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Dorothy E. Fitzgerald

October 24, 1928 - November 3, 2021

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St. Boniface Catholic Church
318 N 9th St
Lafayette, IN 47905
Tuesday 11/9, 9:00 am - 10:30 am

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St. Boniface Catholic Church
318 N 9th St
Lafayette, IN 47905
Tuesday 11/9, 10:30 am

Dorothy Ellen Fitzgerald, passed away on November 3, 2020. She was born on October 24, 1928, to the late Joseph A. and Apolonia Welsh in Lafayette. She graduated from Romney High School and the University of St. Francis in Fort Wayne.

Dorothy met the love of her life, the late Donald J. Fitzgerald at a CYO Dance and married him on August 4, 1951, at St. Boniface Catholic Church.

Dorothy loved her faith and was the first lay teacher at St. Boniface School. She was instrumental in implementing the CCD program and various other programs at St. Boniface. She also received from Pope John Paul II a special Apostolic Blessing acknowledging her generosity and service to her parish. Dorothy’s first teaching position was in Twelve Mile, Indiana before she was married. When her daughters went to school, she worked for the Lafayette School Corporation as a Title l tutor at Washington Elementary and then at Oakland Elementary as the school secretary.

Dorothy loved her two daughters: Mary Beth Fitzgerald of Lafayette and Jane Ellen Wastl (Mark) of Carmel, IN. She also loved her three beautiful grandchildren: Nicole Rainford (Seth) Brentwood, TN, Ryne Wastl (Stephanie) Nashville, TN, and Alaina Wastl of Carmel, IN. She attended all their school and athletic activities as well as taking great pride in their academic and sports achievements. She was blessed with four great grandchildren: Madeline, Isabella, Ben, and Olivia Rainford.

Dorothy is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and two brothers: Joseph Jr. and Donald Welsh. She is survived by a brother, Robert Welsh (Marge) of Fort Worth, TX.

We would like to thank the staff at Aster Place and especially the Memory Care/Via Quest Hospice nurses and CNAs for their loving care of Dottie.

Friends may call from 9:00 am until the time of the Funeral Mass at 10:30 am on Tuesday, November 9, 2021, at St. Boniface Church. The Interment will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to Lafayette Jefferson High School Athletics. Family request those who are not totally vaccinated please wear masks.

You may leave condolences at www.soller-baker.com

 

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St. Boniface Catholic Church
318 N 9th St
Lafayette, IN 47905
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Tuesday 11/9, 9:00 am - 10:30 am
Service
St. Boniface Catholic Church
318 N 9th St
Lafayette, IN 47905
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Tuesday 11/9, 10:30 am

Dorothy Ellen Fitzgerald, passed away on November 3, 2020. She was born on October 24, 1928, to the late Joseph A. and Apolonia Welsh in Lafayette. She graduated from Romney High School and the University of St. Francis in Fort Wayne. Dorothy met the love of her life, the late Donald J. Fitzgerald at aContinue Reading

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Peggy Fields left a message on November 11, 2021:
I was blessed to work with Dottie when she was secretary at Oakland Elementary. She loved the kids and had a contagious laugh that would generate through the office. Rest in Peace, dear Dottie. You touched many lives and made a difference.
Mindy Reid left a message on November 9, 2021:
Praying for her family. Dot was a special lady! Love you, Mary Beth!
Mandy Simms left a message on November 9, 2021:
Dottie was a special lady. It was an honor to know her and take care of her. She will be truly missed. Rest in peace Dottie.
Mandy Simms left a message on November 9, 2021:
Dottie was a special lady. It was an honor to know her and take care of her. She will be truly missed. Rest in peace Dottie.
ROSEMARY STALEY left a message on November 8, 2021:
She was my teacher at Saint Boniface elementry school.
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Steve & Peg Downham, Mark & Lynn Dillman left a message on November 8, 2021:
Sorry we won't be able to attend your Mom's funeral but please know that we are thinking of the family.
Cheryl Wills RN left a message on November 6, 2021:
Blessings to Dottie’s family at this time of loss. She was a treasure & I enjoyed caring for her these past two years. May she rest in the arms of Jesus.
Clarice Williams left a message on November 6, 2021:
In memory of Dorothy E. Fitzgerald, Clarice Williams lit a candle
Lynn Lorton left a message on November 6, 2021:
Remembering Dottie and all the fun times we have had together with Mary Beth. I will miss your sweet smile and sharing a piece of chocolate together from your candy stash. Love to the Fitzgerald family as you honor and remember a great lady!
Sally Bender Mika left a message on November 6, 2021:
Your mother is a wonderful woman. I appreciate her care of me as the little neighborhood girl across the street, the sweet mom of my friends Beth and Jane. I love what great friends our parents all were in past years and how they, especially your mom after your dad's passing, enjoyed traveling with my parents. They had a lot of fun together! I'm sorry you're missing her now, but God's plan is perfect and our life doesn't end here. May God bless you all with peace. Love, Sally
Pam Feeger left a message on November 6, 2021:
In memory of Dorothy E. Fitzgerald, Pam Feeger lit a candle
Jamie Guinnup Atari left a message on November 6, 2021:
Jane and Beth, you and your family are all in my prayers. Such a dear sweet lady.
Jamie Guinnup Atari left a message on November 6, 2021:
Jane and Beth, you and your family are all in my prayers. Such a dear sweet lady.
Dick Bender left a message on November 6, 2021:
Very sorry to see the death of “Dottie”. She was a wonderful friend for 65 years, ever since I was a young boy growing up across the street. She, Don, Beth, and Jane are among my best friends of all time. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. ❤️❤️
Mark Wastl left a message on November 5, 2021:
In memory of Dorothy E. Fitzgerald, Mark Wastl lit a candle
Ann Handy left a message on November 5, 2021:
In memory of Dorothy E. Fitzgerald, Ann Handy lit a candle
Pam Cruea left a message on November 5, 2021:
Dottie was a special lady. She had the most beautiful smile and she will be missed dearly. Love you Momma. RIP and Fly high
Soller-Baker Funeral Homes, Inc. left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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