Kathleen A. "Kay" Fitzpatrick died peacefully at home, surrounded by her family on January 30, 2018 after a long battle with Primary Progressive Aphasia.

Born September 3, 1945 to Harold and Vera (nee Picchietti) McMorrow.

She Married Robert J. Fitzpatrick on August 14, 1965 and remained happily married for 52 wonderful years. Together they raised 3 loving children. She was a unique and caring individual who touched the lives of all who knew her. She was completely devoted to her children and family and continues to influence their lives.

Kay graduated from Siena High School in 1963, and after raising her family she owned and operated a successful catering company in River Forest, Il. After moving to Wisconsin she was one of the original Co-founders of the Potpourri Garden Club in Racine, WI. She would be extremely proud of the continuing success of the club and the money they have raised and donated to horticultural scholarships over the years. Kay created beautiful gardens that were not only beautiful but fragrant, and admired by many. In addition to her passion for gardening she was an amazing cook. She cherished the time spent with her family especially when gathered around her dining room table. Life is about creating memories and she created beautiful memories for everyone that knew her.

She will be deeply missed by her husband, her children Brian (Mara) Fitzpatrick, Maureen (David) LaGuardia, Mark (Jennifer) Fitzpatrick.  Nana will be especially missed by her 8 wonderful grandchildren; Ellie, Maddie, Sam, Ryan, Jack, Lauren, Maren, and Connor. Survivors also include her brother Robert (Marilyn) McMorrow and a large extended family.

A visitation will be held for Kay on Monday February 5 ^th from 5-7pm at Draeger Langendorf Funeral Home, 4600 County Line Rd. Racine WI. A mass will be held on Tuesday at 11:00am with visitation starting at 10:00am, at St. Lucy's Catholic Church, 3101 Drexel Ave. Racine, WI. Private interment will be held at a later date at Calvary Cemetery in Evanston, IL.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to The Potpourri Garden Club c/o Gail Toler 5315 Sandhill Rd. Racine, WI. 53402

Service Details

Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Lucy Catholic Church, 3101 Drexel Ave. o Tuesday, February 6th at 11:00 a.m.

Visitation will be in the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home, 4600 County Line Rd. on Monday, February 5th from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.

and in the Church on Tuesday, from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the Mass.

Memorial Suggestions

The Potpourri Garden Club c/o Gail Toler 5315 Sandhill Dr. Racine, WI 53402

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