Michael C. Fitzpatrick

WORCESTER-Michael C. Fitzpatrick, 91, a longtime resident of 361 Shrewsbury Street, died Monday, September 12 at home. His devoted wife, Elizabeth (Nilan) Fitzpatrick died in 1988. He leaves three brothers, Thomas Fitzpatrick of Arlington, MA, Patrick and his wife Ann Fitzpatrick of W. Roxbury and Dennis Fitzpatrick of Co. Limerick, Ireland. He also leaves friends and caregivers, Josephine and Sue Ellen Stone. A brother Joseph Fitzpatrick predeceased him.

He was born in Ballyvaughan Co. Clare, Ireland, the son of Patrick and Bridget Fitzpatrick, and moved to the United States in 1957. Mr. Fitzpatrick worked for the Commonwealth of Mass. at Worcester State Hospital for many years before retiring. He was a member of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish, Worcester East Side Community Corporation and Retired State City and Municipal Employees Association. Mike enjoyed sports, cooking, reading and his dogs. He was a great fan of the Red Sox and Patriots.

The funeral will be Thursday, September 15th from CALLAHAN & FAY BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 61 Myrtle Street. With a Mass at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, 24 Mulberry St. Burial will be in St. John's Cemetery. A calling hour will be held from 9:30 until 10:30 a.m. on the morning of the funeral. www.callahanfay.com