Edward Fitzpatrick

A tall, gangly local has passed. In the early sixties, SMHS coaches pronounced him the world’s most uncoordinated person. He once hit an elderly man in a State Street crosswalk and got a speeding ticket the same day. His lack of driving skills was legendary.

This man was my wonderful brother, Edward Fitzpatrick. Ed was employed at the Osborne Book Store on State Street. He later migrated to Pasadena to manage Vromans Bookstore. Like many folks, Ed was unfairly struck by dementia. He passed on December 15. He was predeceased by his parents, Joe and Elsa Fitzpatrick, and his dear cousin, Trish Grundeman.

He leaves his brother, Casey; his sister in law, Shelley Fitzpatrick; his niece, Alana Fitzpatrick; his nephew, Tristan Fitzpatrick; his great-nephews, Baron and Andeck; and his cousins and great friends. We will miss you, Funky Unky. Safe journey, Brother Ed.