To my big sister Sharon.  You were my Maid of Honor, my confident, my support system, and a best friend.  There are so many wonderful memories of you but the ones that stick in my mind were your signature traits: So many of us remember your amazing Donald Duck impression. You were a true Irishman, so everytime I see a  shamrock I'll think of you.  You loved to take pictures, and garden.  You taught me how to tie my shoes with two bunny ears. You showed great pride in being a "lefty".  If there was a way, you always made every effort to attend a birthday, funeral, wedding, christening, or graduation to show support to loved ones.  Especially this past year, once I got unlimited phone minutes, I loved our phone conversations any time of day or night. And yes, I had the gift of gab, but you never cut me off even during a favorite t.v. show. Sharon, you were so good about getting a card in the mail to acknowledge someone's birthday, etc. You had this special trademark smiley freckled face at the closing of each card. It always made me smile. I took as many memories of you home in my suitcase. You will always be my big sister but now my angel as well. Look out over me.  Love, XO, Kitty
P.S.  Today is my birthday, and I know if you could have, I would have received a card from you. But I know you are looking down on me nevertheless. PEACE

Sharon, I am going to miss you so much.  You were part of my life for so many years.  First at IBM, where we had lunch every Friday with Dee and Barbara for so many years, and then on Gunnison where you moved into the apt. upstairs.  Then when my daughter Antonia moved in and you did your Donald Duck impressions for her, which she still remembers to this day.  After we left IBM we kept in touch with phonecalls and occasional dinners and over the last few years you were the bravest and most upbeat person - I admired you immensely.  You were always so much fun to be with and so amusing.  I know you are up there making everbody laugh and having a great time.

I lived in the same building as Sharon for the past 8 years, and she was always a pleasure to be around.  Each of our interactions was positive, and I am greatly saddened to hear of her loss.  I am sure she is gardening up in heaven, with a great load lifted off her shoulders.  My sympathies to her family and friends.

I remember Sharon from her years at IBM. She was always pleasant to work with. May God bless the Fitzgerald family. Remember that earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal.

I was in Sharon's class at Regina. We knew that we were distant cousins but we never figured out exactly how.
Sharon was always "spunky" and friendly to all. Love and Prayers to the family.

My sympathies to the whole FitzGerald family. Sharon was a classmate of mine at Regina and I know how sorely she will be missed.

I have pleasant memories of my time with Sharon at Regina High School. Cyndie

I was so sorry to hear of Sharon's passing.  She had such strength and never appeared to be sad during her illness.  She will be missed.  I will always remember the good times we had at work and the discussions regarding her trips to visit her family.  My thoughts and prayers are with Sharon and the FitGerald family.

It was truly an honor to take care of Sharon during her chemo treatments. She was always positive and hopeful. She taught me alot as a nurse and I will never forget her.  We had some good stories and some good laughs.  God Bless you Sharon. Dana Sebek, RN

To Sharons family and friends,
I was also  a next door neighbor to Sharon on Gunnison for 14 years and although I moved 3 streets North I just recently saw her at a Community meeting months ago. Sharon was an avid gardner like me, I also helped control the massive rose bush she planted, complained about the explostion of Morning Glorys on both our sides of the fence. She came over to "our side" to attend garden parties and football watching yard afternoons with all of us.  . I also watched her cats when she was traveling to see her beloved family and rode the bus with her to work for years.  She had a big heart, laugh and told some great stories!!  I wlill miss her, and sad we lost another amazing friend  but you can be sure she is starting a garden in heaven and looking out for us all.  She had a long struggle and was positive and amaizng thruout!  Just by the testiments of all on this site she impacted a lot of lives with her kindness and friendship.

Our hearts are filled with wonderful memories of many joyful celebrations with you,Sharon.You fought a long,hard battle with never a complaint and always a smile and encouraging word for others. We will miss you always.
God bless your family at this time of sorrow.
Barbara and Frank Jenkover

I was deepley sadness by the loss of our good friend Sharon, she not only was a great friend to our Auntie Barbara and to the rest of the family, but she was like an Aunt to all of us kids!  I am so glad she got to meet our daughter Holly and do the donald duck impression for her.  I will always tell her about Sharon as she grows up.  Sharon was always such a joy to talk too and to be around.  Thank you for being such an inspiration to all of us Sharon and we promise to always and forever take good care of Auntie Barbara for you!!  You are Forever in our Hearts & will be Forever Missed!! Love, Joe, Jamie & Holly & our dog CeCe too.. you even touched her heart when you would come over to visit with us. Love..Love..Love!!

Blessed Daughter of Bunny Fitzgerald,sister of Francis Hartigan,
Aunt to Courtney Wilcox McKinney, will miss such a vibrant person in the Lord Jesus and friends to many in His extended family. Many Blessings to Aunt Francis Hartigan, Pearson, Cynthia and Kurt Mulholland, Markie and David Savold, David Morgan Wilcox,  May Sharon's many years of friendship be with us all. Amen.

To our dear Sharon,
Thank you for all the wonderful memories that we will cherish always. Besides the family gatherings, we had the privilige of getting to know you better when you came out to watch the girls for us.  You have taught us so much: whether it was the name of a flower or plant, historic facts about Chicago, new recipes, how to be prepared for anything, or  how to do a good donald duck impression. There is a piece of you in all of us.   You always lit up the room with your cheerfulness, and smile.  

We will miss you dearly; until we meet again. 
Love, Bob, Deanne, Alyssa, Kayla, Payten, and Hayden Yates

Sharon, I was shocked to hear the news! I have very fond memories of knowing you at IBM. You were my weekly "weigh-in" buddy to try and lose weight. You were always such a pleasant person to be around...so much fun and a great sense of humor! 

I'm certain you're in a better place now. Remember, God always needs more angels. My heart goes out to your wonderful family and friends, as I know how much they loved you. God love you Sharon! I will keep you in my prayers each night.

I WAS SADDENED TO HEAR ABOUT SHARON. SHE WENT THROUGH SOME DIFFICULT TIMES BUT NOW SHE IS AT REST WITH THE LORD. WE WORKED TOGETHER AT IBM. IT WAS A PLEASURE TO BE A FRIEND OF SUCH A CARING PERSON.
I EXTEND MY SINCERE SYMPATHY TO THE FITZGERALD FAMILY.

MAY SHARON REST IN PEACE.

We had the joy of being Sharon's neigbors for several years.  Over the back fence between our buildings we battled out of control rose bushes and difficult growing conditions.  None of this slowed Sharon's love of nature and planting.  Her wry wit and endless energy gave special brightness to every conversation.  She was a kind soul with a generous and loving heart.  Everyone should be blessed with a Sharon as a neighbor and friend.
Randy James & Richard Fugmann (Lihue, HI)

I am deeply saddened to hear of your loss and my prayers and thoughts are with you.  May each memory of Sharon be a beautiful reminder that tears do not last forever, but love does… and that you find comfort in knowing Sharon has found true peace.

My heart is broken after hearing of the loss of my cousin Sharon. I prayed constantly everyday, hoping that she would win this battle. I will miss her very much. I am so happy that I had the opportunity to see Sharon the few times I was in Chicago. She was the happiest person I have ever known. Pammy, Martha, Patrick, Kitty and Bunny, my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sharon is now at peace with all of her family and friends. My love to you all.
Donny

My heart hurts with the loss of Sharon....a ready smile, an enduring style.  Thank you for sharing your life with us in Oregon.....Love to you and your family, Claudia Steinbroner, Gary, Vanessa and Ian

Sharon,
     I know your family will miss you terribly, and so will we in Tennessee!  The memories of all the backyard cookouts in our yards, the birthday card you always put under the wiper on my car on St. Patrick's Day, my Mr. Hallmark moniker you coined when Joanne and I were dating!  So many more, and you will be missed!  You give Patty a big howdy for us both!  She has her Third Floor Buddy back!  One of Joanne's best memories is how well you and she hit it off when she moved to Chicago!  We will both miss you smile!
      Sharon's family, may God keep you in his arms and grant you solace and peace!  Remember the good times, laugh and cry, but know that God has a purpose for her!  She was a special lady and good neighbor and friend!

Love to you all!
Roger & Joanne Tenney (Greenbrier, TN)

To Sharon's Family.....my sincere sympathies to all of Sharon's large family....I had the honor of working with
her at IBM....she was such an asset and
such a delight.  She will be truly missed.  I have found a bit of light in this darkness....she is no longer in battle, and is at peace.

Sincerely,
Nancy Field

Sharon-
my wonderful sister in law, God Mother to my son Garrett and devoted Cubs fan- i am grateful for the times we had together-wonderful family gatherings and your sense of fair play..i admired the way that Sharon stayed in touch with her nieces and nephews- a family lynch pin.  As in the Jewish tradition ii will pray for our dear Sharon every day for the next year....rest in peace-
Paul J. Steinbroner

I had the pleasure of meeting and working with Sharon at IBM. Her personality and sense of humor was pleasurable to say the least. I was sad to hear she lost her battle, but I will keep the family lifted in prayer.

I had the pleasure of meeting and working with Sharon at IBM.   She truly was the ultimate professional and so very well respected.    Her personality and sense of humor made it a joy to come to work every day.   I was saddened to learn of her loss.   She truly left her impression on me and many other IBMers who will remember her always.   May God bless Sharon and all the family.

There will be an empty spot at the next family gathering. Sharon was a very special part of our family and will be forever missed. If Sharon wasnt able to make one of our parties you could always hear the question "Where's Sharon??" Thank you for being such a positive influence on us all. You were a true role model. You were the first one I saw cheering me on in the Chicago Marathon and I will always remember the big hug you gave me and the "Good Job Joe!" It was you who did the good job Sharon!! Jamie, Holly, and I will miss you with all our hearts...Love to Aunt Barb and all Sharon's family...Joe, Jamie, and Holly Yates

Darling Sharon, you are now resting in the arms of the Lord and our hearts ache with your loss.  We have been blessed to have you in our family for so many years, and our sister Barbara had the best friend anyone could ask for.   What a difference you made in our lives!  You celebrated with us on all the weddings, birthdays, holidays, and especially loving the arrival of baby after baby.  Will any of us ever see or hear Donald Duck and not have a smile remembering the giggles of babies through the years. You brought the beauty of nature to your little garden filled with plants and flowers that brought you so much joy.   Your caring and selflessness was a constant throughout your life.  You defined courage.  We will always love you and miss you dear "sister"  Rest in peace Sweet Sharon
Sandy and Tom

Sharon, you were an angel on Earth and we were so blessed to have you in our family. Your courage and positive attitude was amazing to us. I know you are up in Heaven telling us to "Cheer Up" and that you are in Good Hands. We will miss you so much!

 Love, Brian, Christy, Josh, and Hailey

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Sharon L. FitzGerald

21 juin 1946 – 22 janvier 2013

Drake & Son Funeral Home

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