Edna Fitzpatrick

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Celebrating the life of
Edna  FitzpatrickFebruary 05, 1925 - May 05, 2013

Savannah-Edna Fitzpatrick, 88, passed away peacefully on May 3, 2013, in Savannah.

She was born in Savannah, Georgia, on February 5, 1925, and was the daughter of the late Charles Harvey Ferrelle and Edna Middleton Ferrelle, both of Savannah.

Edna was a graduate of Savannah High School and attended the University of Arizona. Although she spent most of her life in Savannah, Edna was a veteran traveler and made homes in many places during her husband's distinguished career as an officer in the U.S. Air Force. She, their two young daughters, their dog, and two cats accompanied her husband, Jack, to his assignment in Japan after the Korean War, and they spent several years there. Edna always spoke fondly about having had the opportunity to be a part of other cultures and make so many friends in different parts of the world. Edna, Jack, and their daughters returned from overseas to Albany, Georgia, and eventually returned to Savannah.

After raising her children, Edna pursued a very successful real estate career in the Savannah area until her retirement. She was licensed into the real estate establishment in 1976, at which time she joined Esther Wynne Realty, a preeminent real estate company specializing in residential properties of outstanding merit and value.

She was recognized for her notable achievement in the prestigious Million Dollar Club annually. When Esther Wynne Realty closed, Edna joined David Byck Realty where she participated until her retirement in 2001. She was well respected as an active member of the Savannah Board of Realtors and the National Association of Realtors. Edna was also a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution, the Garden Club of Savannah, the Savannah Yacht Club, and a life-long member of St. John's Episcopal Church.

Edna was a welcoming, vivacious, spirited, and fun-loving lady who had friends of all ages from all walks of life. Her home was always open to everyone who came. Edna loved gatherings with family and friends, bridge, gardening, college football, and spending time with her grandchildren. Edna was also an avid animal lover. For most of her life, she rescued countless stray and abandoned cats and dogs and provided a safe and loving home for them.

Edna was preceded in death by her husband, Major John Francis Fitzpatrick Jack. She is survived by her daughters, Edna Fitzpatrick Fox Cissy, and Mary Fitzpatrick Hagan and her husband Walter Kay Hagan, Jr.; granddaughters Mary Middleton Hagan Moore Middi and her husband Jon, and Jane Delph Hagan; grandson Walter Kay Hagan, III, and his wife Allison; two great-grandchildren John Middleton Moore and James Parker Moore; first cousin Harry Parker and his wife Murette; and five beloved nephews.

Visitation will be held Monday, May 6, 2013, at Fox and Weeks on Hodgson Memorial Drive from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm.

The funeral will be held Tuesday, May 7, 2013, at St. John's Episcopal Church at 11:00 am.

Burial will be at Bonaventure Cemetery in the Greenwich section.

Memorials may be made to St. John's Episcopal Church, the American Cancer Society, Save-A-Life, Inc., and Coastal Pet Rescue.

Please sign our online guestbook at www.foxandweeks.com

Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel

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Dear Mary and family, Our hearts and our prayers go out to you and your family at this difficult and heartache time. Please forgive us for not telling you sooner of how very sorry we are at your loss. I know that this note is a little late Will talk with you soon.Tricia and Bill

- Tricia and Bill McNeal, savannah, GA

My heartfelt sympathy is extended to Mary and her family during this time of bereavement. May the wonderful memories you have of Edna be a source of strength and consolation for all of you. My prayers are with everyone.

- Br. Timothy Brown, O.S.B., Savannah, GA

Cissy and Mary, How blessed you are to have had your mother for all these years. We know this is a difficult time for you and our family sends you our prayers. We all remember many years with backyard conversations and 'throwing pinecones' at each other. Wishing you comfort at this time. The Clark Girls

- Irma Clark Sayyah, Marietta, GA

Mary, our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family. We love you and are thinking of you. Brenda Cobb

- Brenda Cobb, Midway, GA

Dear Cissy, we are thinking of you and know what a great loss this is for all. We loved your mom too! Always, Betty Orvin and Sandy Orvin Sikes

- Sandra Orvin Sikes, savannah, GA

Nonnie was a warm and loving lady. She will be missed.

- Patricia H. Dixon, Winton, NC

Mary, Cissy and family, please know you are all in my thoughts. Your mother was such a lovely lady. I know you will miss her.

- Strachan Pindar, Boone, NC