FITZPATRICK, Mary E.
Otsego
Age 51, passed away on Friday, May 27, 2022, after a courageous battle with cancer. Mary was born in Kalamazoo, Michigan on August 28, 1970, the daughter of the late Patrick J. and Dorothy Lou (McDonald) Fitzpatrick. She was a graduate of Kalamazoo Central High School, class of 1988 and was a longtime employee of the Hanger Clinic. Mary was a kind and caring soul, who never said a bad word about anyone and was always willing to lend a helping hand. She always found the good in everyone and loved her family and friends unconditionally. Mary will be remembered for her infectious smile and many creative dance moves. She was a mother like figure to many people during her life. Mary is survived by her three sons, Dustin Waldron, Sean (Christopher) Needham and Trevor (Jolene) Waldron; grandchildren, Kirsten, Kailynn, Grayson and Jaxson; siblings, James Fitzpatrick, Karen (Jeff) Garrison, Paul Fitzpatrick, Carol (Ron) Burns and Laurie Fitzpatrick and several nieces and nephews. Mary loved her dogs and is survived by her teacup chihuahua, Lucy Lou. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 936 Lake St., Kalamazoo, MI 49001, on Wednesday, June 1, 2022 at 11:00 AM. Fr. Antony Rajesh celebrant. Private interment will be at Mt. Ever-Rest Memorial Park – South. Visitation will take place at Joldersma & Klein Funeral Home on Tuesday, May 31 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. Memorial contributions in Mary’s memory may be made to Bronson Cancer Center or Kalamazoo Loaves and Fishes.