John Watson Fitzpatrick's Obituary
John Watson Fitzpatrick, age 68, passed away on June 6, 2022 in Little Elm, Texas. He was born to John Thomas Fitzpatrick and Ann Owens Loomis on July 26, 1953 in San Antonio, Texas. John leaves his loved ones with unforgettable memories and loving stories. He will be sincerely missed by his loving family, devoted friends, and all the wonderful individuals who knew and loved him.
John was a football and baseball star at Alamo Heights High School in San Antonio, Texas. He was a graduate of Texas Tech, class of 1976. He played football all 4 years of his time there. He was also part of the Texas Tech Letterman's Association. He was part of the following Tech games: 1973 Gator Bowl - Tech beat Tennessee 28-19; 1974 Peach Bowl - Tied Vanderbilt 6-6.
John loved dogs and cats, water skiing, snow skiing and playing tennis! He loved all sports; and spending time visiting friends and family. He also enjoyed watching television and spending time outside doing yard work. He would also spend time in Lakeway and Colorado. John was a Christian and a member of Prestonwood Baptist Church and Thrive Bible Fellowship Class.
John is preceded in death by his parents: John T. Fitzpatrick; and Tom and Ann Loomis; also his sister Sandra Fitzpatrick March . He will be lovingly remembered by his children: son, Kyle Watson Fitzpatrick; daughter, Kallie Elayne Jestice and her husband Jerod; and daughter Kimberly Fitzpatrick Russell and her husband Grant. Also to cherish his memory will be his grandchildren Eleanor Sloan Russell, Harrison Reid Russell and Olivia Ann Russell. John is also survived by his niece, Melissa Wallace.
The family will welcome friends and family to a gathering being held on Saturday, June 11, 2022 from 10:00am to 12:00pm at Restland
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