BORN

1940

DIED

2017

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Sparta, New Jersey

Barbara Fitzgerald Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 31, 2017.

Barbara Fitzgerald, 76, of Oak Ridge, New Jersey passed away at St. Clare's Medical Center, Denville, New Jersey on January 31, 2017. Barbara was born in Brooklyn, New York and lived in Rutherford, New Jersey, Vernon, New Jersey and Peoria, Arizona before moving to Oak Ridge, New Jersey. She worked at Play It Again Sports in Phoenix, AZ; and she was a member of various senior clubs in Westbrook Village in Peoria, Arizona. Barbara is predeceased by her beloved husband Kenneth Francis Fitzgerald and her parents (Rosario/Anna DiGirolamo) , her brother (Nicholas DiGirolamo) and Daughter-in-law, Tina Fitzgerald. She is survived by her devoted children: Kevin Fitzgerald and his wife Renee of Oak Ridge, NJ; Scott Fitzgerald and Jaime Saunders Meyers of Scottsdale, Arizona and Ann Fitzgerald and Brian Seibel of Glendale, Arizona. She is also survived by her loving grandchildren: Brigid Fitzgerald, Kenneth Cooper Fitzgerald, and Patrick Fitzgerald and her sister Lisa DiGirolamo Mayer of Florida and her beloved dog Lucy. Friends may call Friday, February 3, 2017 from 2-4, 7-9pm at the Goble Funeral Home, 22 Main St, Sparta, NJ 07871.

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January 25, 2019

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Linda Hofman

I think about your Mom often. We shared some good memories while she lived here in Westbrook Village. I remember her fiery temper when she was convinced she was right (particularly playing cards or discussing politics) but also her caring and benevolent heart. She loved her grandkids and spoke of them often. She was so proud of them. I'm sure that you miss her (as do I) but I know that she is close by watching over all of us. May God bless each of you and give you peace and comfort during this anniversary time.

February 3, 2017

Kevin, Renne,Patrick and family Scott and Anne Our hearts go out to you during this difficult time. You have beautiful memories that you have been blessed to share. As she watches you from heaven, we pray you are consoled by her love.

Don, Jodi and family

February 3, 2017

Lisa DiGirolamo-Mayer

Dear Kevin, Renee, Ann and Scott. I am so sorry for the loss of your mom. We will all miss her dearly. She was a wonder mother, grandmother, wife and sister, so dedicated to family and full of energy and life. Despite the distance in our age and the time that has passed, she will always hold a special place in my heart. I know she is resting in peace with Kenny, my dad, mom and our brother Nick. Life on earth is so short. Now she can enjoy an eternity with God our Father and our dearly departed family.

February 2, 2017

Ron and Gwen Russo

Dear Kevin, Renee, Patrick, Scott and Anne, Ron and I were so sad to hear of Barbara's passing. Please know she and all of you will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Ron and Gwen Russo

February 1, 2017

Linda Hofman

To the Fitzgerald Family (Kevin, Scott and Ann):
I was deeply saddened to hear of your Mom's passing. Please accept my heartfelt sympathies for your loss. I had the pleasure of knowing her over the past 11 years at Westbrook Village in Peoria, AZ. There was a group of us that hung out together; played cards, Bingo, Italian American Club events, church, went out to dinner, to the movies and dances.. Barb had a beautiful smile and a great sense of humor. She was a woman with a heart of gold and loved her kids and grandkids very much.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families. I'm sure she will be watching over each one of you, God bless you all.

February 1, 2017

Christina Kwiatkowski

Dear Fitzgerald family my condolences to you and your family your mom was a very good and strong woman I am so thankful that I got to meet her my prayers are with your family

February 1, 2017

Keshia Lepera

Dear Patrick, Kevin, Renae and Fitzgerald Family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you .Please find comfort in the happy times you have shared with your Nana, Mother, my heart goes out to you.

February 1, 2017

George VanderMeulen

Kevin, Scott & Ann... I'm so sorry to learn of your moms passing... although it's been many years, I still have fond memories of your mom and family. My prayers are with you all at this most difficult time.

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