William Francis Fitzgerald Houston, Texas Obituary

William Francis Fitzgerald

<p>William Francis Fitzgerald (Bill) passed away Wednesday, March 15, 2023 in Houston, Texas at</p><p>the age of 100. He was born September 28, 1922 in Brooklyn, New York to parents Thomas Patrick Fitzgerald and Emma Schouw Sullivan. William will be forever remembered as a “gem of a man” and a wonderful person who loved his family dearly, and was adored by everyone who knew him.</p><p></p><p>Growing up within walking distance of Ebbets Field, and being from Brooklyn, Bill had a passion for the Brooklyn Dodgers. As an avid sports fan he also enjoyed the Mets, the Jets and the Brooklyn Nets; and of course he learned to love the hometown Astros.</p><p><br></p><p>He served proudly in the United States Army during WWII with the 224th Anti-aircraft Artillery Battalion in New Guinea and the Philippines.</p><p><br></p><p>Being a veteran of WWII, he provided support for his favorite charity, the Wounded Warrior Foundation. In addition, his heart directed him to support the St. Jude Charitable Foundation. Bill was also a big supporter of the Harris County Senior Softball League.</p><p><br></p><p>Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Emma, beloved wife Opal, brother Joseph Fitzgerald (Teloir), sister Rita Hollands (George) and brother-in-law and friend Norman Ganslen.</p><p><br></p><p>Left behind to share his memories are his step-children, Jean Bevelo (Jimmy), George Tuten (Lourdes), William Tuten (Linda), Obie Tuten (Flo), Calvin Tuten (Robbie) and Dorothy “Dot” Klein; sister Doris Ganslen; nieces and nephews, Gregory Ganslen, Nora Jean Ganslen, Beth Ganslen, Joanne Hollinger (Drew), Dennis Fitzgerald, Karen Bingel, Kevin Fitzgerald (Gayle), Tom Hollands and Bill Hollands (Arlene); 11 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren; many generations of nieces and nephews, plus a host of good friends.</p><p><br></p><p>The Celebration of Life service is planned for 10:00 AM Tuesday, March 28, 2023 at the Woodlawn Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow at the Woodlawn Garden of Memories Cemetery.</p><p><br></p><p>Following the graveside service, a reception will be held at Guadalajara Hacienda, 9799 Katy Freeway, Houston, Texas 77024.</p><p><br></p><p>William Francis Fitzgerald will be lovingly remembered and greatly missed.</p><p><br><br></p><p></p>
September 28, 1922 - March 15, 202309/28/192203/15/2023
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March 23, 2023
Uncle Willie you will be truly missed, we are so grateful for the times we were able to spend with you.
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Funeral Home Owner
March 27, 2023
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Gregory E. Ganslen
March 27, 2023
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Gregory E Ganslen
March 26, 2023
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Austin Escamilla
March 23, 2023
Dear Daddy’O
I miss you so much. I always looked forward to seeing you on Sunday. Now I don’t know what we will do, but it won’t be the same. I love you.

Austin
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Joann Hollinger
March 23, 2023
Q: What did William like to do in their free time?

A: He loved reading and watching his sports on tv. He will really be missed by all. He wa very special person
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Tammi Fitzgerald
March 23, 2023
My dear great uncle Willie, you will be forever missed. I am happy in knowing you are not alone and will be with your wife Opal, my grandfather (your half brother) Joseph and my grandmother Teloir (Mickey). This is not goodbye, but see you soon.
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Tammi Fitzgerald
March 23, 2023
You will be and are missed Uncle Willie. I still remember the time in 1981 when I came down to Texas for the first time and met you in person, you took my dad (Dennis), my sister (Misty), and I to the Alamo. I have many other fond memories as well, but that was my first.... Continue Reading
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Dorothy Klein
March 23, 2023
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Gerry Cancienne
March 23, 2023
My sweet gentle friend I miss you everyday in the dining room not able to fill out your dining menu. You made me smile as we joked over the food choices.
I was amazed by your memory even asking questions about my kids.
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Joseph Devine
March 22, 2023
Enjoyed Bill’s company at breakfast at St .Dominic Village the last five years. He will be missed.
/Joe Devine
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George & Lourdes Tuten
March 22, 2023
Pops We will all miss you dearly and glad you are finally free from all the pain and challenges that age presents to all of us. George & Lourdes
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