1959 – 2019
N. Grosvenordale – Brian M. Fitzsimmons, 59, loving companion, friend and soulmate passed away peacefully Tuesday, April 2, 2019 surrounded by his loving family. Born in Worcester, he was the son of the late Edward and Thelma Fitzsimmons.
Brian leaves his soulmate and best friend of 27 years, Christine Sullivan of N. Grosvenordale; his stepdaughter, Cheri Sullivan and her partner John Martel of Gales Ferry, CT; his brother Robert and his wife Linda of Holden, MA; his sister, Carol Farmer of Leicester, MA; extended family Burt and Deborah Congdon of N.C.; good friends Yvonne and Paul Cote; and his cat Sylvia. He was predeceased by his brother, Walter Fitzsimmons.
Brian was a devoted NASCAR fan and a huge Miami Dolphins fan. His great joy was his Ford F-150 pick-up. He was a Veteran of the Army National Guard, serving with the 3rd Platoon. He was a loyal delivery driver for the Granite Plumbing & Heating Company of Worcester, MA for 33 years and leaves many friends there.
Christine would like to thank her extended family, a wonderful group employed by Jeff at Tasse Fuel Corp. where she was allowed countless days off and the dedication that her associates put in to cover for her for 12 years while Brian went through dialysis, kidney transplant, countless medical tests and surgeries and finally bladder cancer and chemotherapy treatments. The “Man with Nine Lives” had a strong will to live. Also, a big thank you goes out to Dr. Stoeff & Caitlen and his kidney transplant team.
A private graveside service for Brian will be held at a later date in the Worcester County Memorial Park, 217 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA 01612. Flowers are omitted and memorial donations may be made in Brian’s name to the National Kidney Foundation, 3000 Witney Ave #121, Hamden, CT 06518. Gilman Funeral Home & Crematory has been entrusted with his arrangements. For memorial guestbook visit www.GilmanAndValade.com.
Yvonne cote
Chris, our sincere condolences for you & your family. Brian was a strong, loving man. He will be missed by so many. We are so glad he touched our lives. Be strong, Brian is Flying with his Dolphans now
Our deepest sympahy, Yvonne & Paul Cote
Pam Dumaine Laythe
Mom and Cheri,
I am so sorry to hear of Brian’s passing. I can only pray that the happy memories help to comfort you and the rest of the family during this difficult time. Love, light and prayers to you all.
Kylee Therrien
Christine,
My heart goes out to you, my love and prayers are with you also. … Brian was a nice guy…
cathy Abissi
Christine,
I’m so very sorry for your loss.I hope your memories of Brian will bring you comfort . Love, Cathy Abissi
Judy Bachand
Chris, please accept my sincere condolences on Brian’s passing. Sending hugs and prayers for you. Judy Bachand.
Nora Borowski
So sorry to hear of his passing. He was a bright spot in my normally boring day delivering mail.. His box on Mountain hill Rd. was always clear of all snow every winter!
Elaine
So sorry for your loss. Keeping you and Cheri in my prayers.
LINDA FITZSIMMONS
Christine,
We are sorry for the loss of your soulmate and companion for 27 years. We thank you for all the years of loving care you gave to Brian. Brian was always there to lend a helping hand to his family. We loved his sense of humor and enjoyed our evenings out with you and Brian. He will be sadly missed.
Brother Bobby and Sister-in-Law Linda Fitzsimmons
Christine
Bobby and Linda and your children. Sad to loose Brian . He Welcomed everyday phone checks and breakfast when a vehicle was being detailed! Remember him always. Love, Christine