Obituaries
Russell H. “Red” Fitzgerald, 92
Russell H. Fitzgerald, “Red”, 92, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 22, 2012, at Conestoga View Nursing Care. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late George B. and Rose (Fritsch) Fitzgerald. His wife of nearly 60 years, Elsie J. (Barley) Fitzgerald, died in 2005.
A proud, highly decorated veteran, he fought with the US Army in Africa, Italy, France and Germany during WWII. Red re-enlisted in the US Air Force in 1948, fought in the Korean War and continued to serve until his retirement in 1964. He then worked for Hamilton Watch before starting his own business in 1967, H & F Tire Service, from which he retired in 1986.
Throughout his military career, Red enjoyed fast-pitch softball and played wherever he was stationed. When Red retired to Lancaster, he continued to referee basketball, softball and football for many local high schools.
Red is survived by a son, Barry, Sr., husband of Mary Ann (Lea) Fitzgerald, Lancaster; 3 grandchildren, Barry Jr., Brenda and Brett, all of Lancaster; his sister Florence (Fitzgerald) Ziegler, Lancaster; and 2 sisters-in-law, Melanie (Hoffmeier) Fitzgerald, Lancaster, and Kathy (Fisher) Barley, Akron. He was preceded in death by 4 siblings, George, Richard, Ruth (Fitzgerald) Flick and Betty (Fitzgerald) McKinsey.
Funeral Services will be held at 11AM on Friday, September 28, 2012, at the Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory, 414 E. King St., Lancaster, PA 17602, with The Rev. Dennis Andrew officiating. A Viewing will take place 7-9PM Thursday, September 27, 2012, at the funeral home. Private Interment with Military Honors will be held at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions may be made to Susan G. Komen for the Cure, 125 S. 9th St., Suite 202, Philadelphia, PA 19107. To send the family an online condolence, please visit SnyderFuneralHome.com. Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory 717-393-9661
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John F. Wise, Jr. & John F. "Skip" Wise, Sr.
I never knew his name was Russell. I always knew him as Red. So sorry to hear about your father. He was a nice man and always welcomed me and my family into his home. He had a good life and will be missed. He is at peace now. My sincerest condolences.
Nancy Nastasi Reigle and Family
Brenda, Denny, and Sue
My heart goes out to you. He was a giant among men. Brenda, I loved coming over to your house and spending time with both of your parents. They were the best times. Your father ALWAYS had a smile on his face. Peace Bill. You were loved and will be missed because of the man you were.
Love
Meg McHenry
From the activity department of Evergreen Estates, our sincere sympathy in this time of loss. We enjoyed the time your father lived here with us and will always remember his smile and the twinkle in his eyes.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Marian Denlinger
My condolence to the Fitzgerald Family in your time of sorrow.
Donna Mazaika
Jack Williams Tire Co.
Dear Barry Sr. and Mary Ann, We are so sorry to learn of your dad’s death. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. The stories you’ve told prove that he lived a great life.
Sincerely,
Harry and Eileen Flick
In the name of our family, I wish to extend my heartfelt condolences on the death of your father and grandfather Rusell. We pray for his soul to rest in peace and your family to gain strength from this.
Catherine Boyle and Fritzi’s family from Colombia.
