Obituary of Peter Joseph Fitzgerald

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Peter Joseph Fitzgerald of Windsor who passed away peacefully into his eternal life from the Village of Aspen Lake on December 1, 2024, at the age of 87.

Peter lived for several years with Vascular Dementia and Parkinson features, yet, always had a positive attitude, thanking God for his many blessings.

Peter was the beloved husband of Barbara Fitzgerald (nee Power) for 62 years.
Proud father of Kevin (Lysa), John (Micaela), Marie, and Brian (Leslie) Fitzgerald.
Loving Poppy to Jacob (Stephanie), Erik, Jodie, Jason (Olivia), Savannah, Charlotte, and a great grand poppy to Thomas and Charlie. 

Predeceased by his parents Patrick and Rosalie Fitzgerald (nee Penney).

Loving brother of Francis (Roslyn), Leo (Carol), Madeline (Bob) O'Brien, Ann (late Wally) Coady, Gerald (Lillian), and predeceased by Kevin, John (late Margaret late Barb), Rita (Frank) St.Croix, Patrick (surviving Ada), Philip (surviving Barb), Gerard (surviving Kay), Margaret, Theresa, Geraldine, Catherine (surviving Mike) Lang.   

Brother-in-law of Rosalie (late John) Polio and Delores (Phil) Kent. 

Also survived by a large circle of nieces, nephews, extended family and friends, and predeceased nephew Sean Fitzgerald.

Pete grew up on Bell Island NL where he began his working career at Dosco's Iron Ore Mining Co. in Accounts Payable.  In 1963, when the mine was closing, he was transferred to the head office in Montreal as Supervisor of Data Processing.  With a desire to further his education, Pete accepted a part time position at the Computer Science Department at the University of Western Ontario in London so he could complete his BSc. in Computer Science.  Then as a two year full time student with a young family, he completed his MBA.  His career then took him to St. John's as Director of System Development at Computer Services; to Queen's Park Toronto, as Director, Systems Development at the Community of Social Services and finally to Hiram Walker's Windsor where he retired as Manager of U.S. and Canadian Payroll in 1997.

Upon retirement, Pete and Barbara enjoyed 27 winters in Florida, traveling, cruising, and being very involved in an active 55+ community.  Over the years, Pete played tennis, squash, golf, and senior's softball.  He supported and encouraged his children always attending their sports activities and often helped coach.

Pete was a proud member of the Parish of the Atonement Church and the Knights of Columbus.  He was a Past Grand Knight in Newfoundland and held various K of C positions over the years as well as volunteering in many Church Ministries.  Pete always displayed a sense of humor that was highlighted by unique "Puns" that flowed easily at appropriate times.  He had strong Faith.  His example of Christian Values was an inspiration to his family and those who knew him.

Special thanks to the staff at Sunrise Retirement Home and the Village at Aspen Lake for their kindness, care, and compassion to Peter during his residence there.  Pete, We loved you in life and we're grateful for your love, support, integrity, kindness, and generosity.  Your Life...Your "Journey To Eternity" was well lived.  May you REST IN PEACE.

Visitation will take place on Thursday December 5, 2024 at Windsor Chapel Banwell on 11677 Tecumseh Rd E in Windsor from 2:00pm until 4:00pm and 7:00pm until 9:00pm with prayers held at 7pm. A funeral mass will be held at Our Lady of Atonement Church on Friday December 6 at 11:00am with cremation to follow.  A private family interment on Bell Island, NL will take place at a later date.

If you so desire, donations could be made in memory of Pete to the Parkinson's or Alzheimer's Society of Windsor or to a charity of your choice.
 

To View the Livestream of the Funeral Mass, please click HERE