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Fiona Fitzpatrick Obituary

Fitzpatrick, Fiona Lynne two months shy of her third birthday, of Des Plaines, passed away Tuesday, February 17th, at Lutheran General Hospital, after a lifelong battle with Non-Ketotic Hyperglycinemia (NKH). Cherished daughter of Mary (nee Nohelty) and John, beloved sister of Katie and Maggie, precious granddaughter of Walter and Bette Nohelty and John and Mary Fitzpatrick, loving niece of Kathy (Tom) Walczak, Lori Anne (Joe) Stanger, Cindy Nohelty, Kerry (Carlos) Molina, Mike (Weeze) Fitzpatrick, Kevin (Eileen) Nohelty, Julie (John) Falbo, Tim Fitzpatrick and Sean (Raymond Boney) Nohelty, dear cousin of Nicholas, Sarah and Joseph Stanger, Mackenzie and Maeve Molina, Michael, Declan and Grace Fitzpatrick, Kay and Jack Nohelty and Rachel and Megan Falbo. A celebration of Fiona's life will be held Sunday, from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Donnellan Family Funeral Home, 10045 Skokie Blvd. at Old Orchard Rd., Skokie. Funeral Mass 11:30 a.m. Monday, at St. Emily Church, 1400 E. Central Rd, Mt. Prospect. Interment All Saints Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Hope's Friends/Hospice of Northeastern Illinois, 410 S. Hager Ave. Barrington, IL. 60010 or Clearbrook, 1835 West Central Road, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, Attn: Bernie Andersen, Funeral Info. 847-675-1990 or www.donnellanfuneral.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 19, 2009.

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Joann Braam

March 13, 2009

John and Mary,

We are thinking of you and your family as you go through this difficult time.

Lisa Campanella Ring

March 11, 2009

John and Mary:

I am so sorry to hear abouth the loss of your baby. I can not imagine what you and your family are going thru. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of your lives. My deepest and most sincere condolences. God bless you and your family.

Annette Ritter-Wax

March 2, 2009

John, my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. I am sure the short time that Fiona was with you she brought you so much joy and love. Charish everyday. I am so so sorry for your loss.

Geri Junius

February 25, 2009

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Karen, Mackenzie, Killian & Delaney Bach (Junius)

February 25, 2009

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences as well as our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009

Keith Medley

February 25, 2009

Dear John and Mary,

My deepest sympathy on the loss of your youngest angel.

Patricia Malek

February 22, 2009

Dear John & Mary,

There are no words I can say that will ease your pain & grief over the loss of your beloved daughter. Please accept my deepest sympathy & know that you will be in my thoughts & prayers.

Melissa John

February 22, 2009

Mary, John, Maggie and Katie,
My deepest sympathy goes out to all of you during this most difficult time. Know that Fiona is an angel now and she is in Heaven having the most joyous, perfect time. I will continue to keep you all in my prayers and thoughts as you try to heal from this devastating loss. Much love!
Love,
The John Family
Melissa, Jason, Ryan and Gracie

Julie Weisman

February 22, 2009

Dear John, Mary, Maggie & Katie-
We were so very sorry to hear about Fiona's passing. We are thinking of you at this most difficult time.
Lots of love- Julie (May) & Ross Weisman

Barb Bounatsos Barrett

February 22, 2009

Fitzpatrick family,
We are very sorry to hear about your daughter.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

A touched friend.

February 20, 2009

I bet Fiona liked glittery things. Yep, God just ordered the most beautifil white feathered wings with a hint of pink in them They were all glittery also. Fiona will look beautiful in her new outfit. God bless her family - she is smiling down on you. Everytime you see silver glitter. it is Fiona sprinkling her happy dust on you. She is happy where she is, trust me.

Robin

February 20, 2009

God Bless

Jim & Mandi Jenkins

February 20, 2009

We extend our deepest sympathies to the entire family. God grant you the peace of spirit to get you through this difficult time. You will remain in our prayers.

Joe & Jean Marella & family

February 20, 2009

John & Mary:
We are so sorry to hear about Fiona. She was a beautiful little girl and we were happy to have met her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you now and forever.

Linda Sawyer

February 19, 2009

Dear John, Mary, Maggie and Katie,
Fiona now walks amongst the angels. May God grant you all the strength you will need during this time of sadness. Please know there are so many people praying for all of you. We will all join you in celebrating the life of dear Fiona.

Jerry, Linda, Hannah and Kathleen Sawyer

Chuck Fries

February 19, 2009

Johm and Mary

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this trying time

Mary and Dave Zajakala

February 19, 2009

Dear Mary, John, Katie and Maggie,
We are so sorry to hear about Fiona passing. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.

Merideth Kirmse

February 19, 2009

Mary and family,
My most heartfelt prayers to you and your family during this time of loss and sadness. May your precious angel live on forever in your hearts and memories

Wendy Copeland

February 19, 2009

I am so sory for your loss. My heart and sympathy goes out to you.

Camay Egan

February 19, 2009

Dear John, Mary, Maggie & Katie,

My deepest thoughts & love to you. I will pray for you always.

Rick Gammel

February 19, 2009

Dear Mary, John, Maggie and Katie,

My heart dropped with the news of Fiona's passing. My thoughts and heart are with you.

Debbie Crowell

February 19, 2009

John, Mary, Katie, Maggie

I was so very sorry to hear about the loss of Fiona. My heart goes out to you and your family. I pray that God will watch over you and all of your family in the days to come. A song came to mind when I heard the news. May the songs of the Chapman family give you strength at this time and in the future. Here is the link:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EfxL0S-7yVo

February 19, 2009

My deepest sympathies on the loss of your daughter. She is a beautiful angel now.

Nikki Facchini

February 19, 2009

We are so sorry to hear about yor loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Love,

Mark, Nikki, Nicholas and Vivian Facchini

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