Birth date: Dec 15, 1911 Death date: Nov 3, 2011
Grace Annette Fitzpatrick, age 99, of Spring Lake, passed away peacefully Thursday, November 3, 2011, at an assisted living home, after a long and fruitful life. She was born December 15, 1911, in Evart, MI to Rev. Elbert O. and M Read Obituary
I finally felt I could look at the posted comments from friends about their thoughts of our dear Grace. I appreciate your memories and caring comments so much. There has been such an outpouring of love that Grace would have been overwhelmed by it. She was always so modest and would have not expected to be remembered so fondly and so well. Thank you, thank you. I will cherish your words.
Abbey##imported-begin##Abbey Fitzpatrick##imported-end##
John, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family on the loss of your mom. Not only did we go to school together I think we all had her for a teacher. Sincerely, Vicki##imported-begin##Vicki (Wildey) Steiner##imported-end##
To my BESTEST and OLDEST Friend… Looks like I am not the only one left who still thinks of you as GAIL! Pretty long reach to read on this mortuary condolence page that Diane’s little brother, who lived across the street from us in “the old neighborhood”, posted a comment to “John and Gail”. The memories of my years of living two doors down from you in SL will always be magical. We shared so many times, even after moving away – just BEFORE my fourth grade year when I was assigned to your mom’s classroom. In my heart, your mom has been my second mom since losing my own mother in 1978. Grace was always there. Never an “in-your-face” type of person, she was there to support her family and ALL of her CHILDREN. Can it ever be said that she was “wise beyond her years”? Who can imagine living 100 years? What a journey. Especially during her last years, your mother was blessed to have had you as her daughter. And, I have been blessed as well for almost six decades. Mon dieu…
In closing I will say, “Amazing Grace, how sweet she was. May there always be peace and GRACE unto your place…”
As when we were kids, I will sign off with my usual, “All my love, Holly”.##imported-begin##Holly HEFLIN Bundy##imported-end##
You are in our thoughts and prayers.##imported-begin##mark and mary radel##imported-end##
John and Abbey and extended family: We were very saddened to hear of your dear mother's passing. We extend our condolences and sympathy for you and your loved ones. All mothers are so special in each of our lives. May God protect you and give you healing.##imported-begin##Larry and Cathee Coats Lemke##imported-end##
To John and Gail,
Jim and I want to express our sympathy with the loss of your mother. Jim talks often of the "old neighborhood" and all the fun times you had.
Jim and Pat##imported-begin##Jim and Pat Best##imported-end##
John,
You have my sympathy after the death of your Mom. What a special lady she was!##imported-begin##Ruth Welscott##imported-end##
We are saddened to hear of Graces's passing. She was a stalwart of SL elementary education for several years. Abby (then Gail) and John were among my first students in SL Jr. high.I remember Grace well from both school and Christ Community Church. We express our sincere sympathy to you and honor a long life, well lived!
The Brysons##imported-begin##John G and Claire E. Bryson##imported-end##
Dear Abbey, my thoughts and my prayers are with you and your family as you experience your mother's transition. I did not meet your mother in person but felt I had because you often talked about the delightful and loving times you shared with her. What a Blessing to have those wonderful memories. You were a Great Daughter!
Elaine##imported-begin##Elaine Demps##imported-end##
Dear Abbey, You were very blessed with a mom like Grace and I'm sure it will be lonesome without her. But she has made such a peaceful transition to a new realm, that I have to be happy for her. I always liked your mom, whose good spirit and sweetness will shine through you always. I will be here or there (Spring Lake) for you as needed, so please feel free to call on me. I love you sweetie! Peace, Bean##imported-begin##Jeannine McCormick##imported-end##
