Margaret Fitzpatrick

Margaret "Margie" Sellers Fitzpatrick, age 92, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2021. She was born April 18, 1928 in Brookline, MA to John and Mary (MacDonald) Sellers. Margie graduated from Regis College in Weston, MA in 1949 with a B.A. in English and went on to complete graduate work at Boston University, Wayne State, and the University of Toledo. She married Edward F. Fitzpatrick in 1953. Margie was an English teacher for many years, loving every minute of it. Her career began with Millis High School in Millis, MA in 1949-1952, then on to McKinley School in Birmingham, MI until 1957. She moved to Toledo in 1960 and taught at McAuley High School from 1966-1981 and then St John's Jesuit High School from 1981-1991. She was awarded the 1979 "Outstanding English Teacher of Northwest Ohio" while teaching at McAuley. She was a 50-year member of the AAUW - the American Association of University Women and Read for Literacy, serving on the board of both organizations. She also belonged to the Alliance Francais of Toledo and St. Joan of Arc Parish. Margie had many favorite pastimes, including reading, playing bridge, quilting, watching Jeopardy, and relishing the company of her many close friends. She was an avid traveler, having traveled all over Europe and the United States. She also spent time in Africa where her daughter Amy lived. Margie devoted many hours to volunteering and was a dedicated ESL tutor to many beloved students. She is survived by her children Peter (Becky) Fitzpatrick of Pemberville, OH, Amy (Michael) O'Neill of Farmington, NM, and Tim Fitzpatrick of Telluride, CO, grandchildren Sean, Bridget, Kyra, Bryan, Molly, Casey, and Kyle. Her sister Catherine (David) Wells of Danvers, MA, brother Thomas (Sheila) Sellers of Auburn, CA, and many cousins, nieces, and nephews also survive. Margie was preceded in death by her parents, sister Virginia, brother Frank, and daughter in law Melissa Fitzpatrick. She leaves behind many, many dear friends in Toledo and beloved students from her years of teaching. Margie enjoyed her last few months in the home of her son Peter, where there was always a warm fire, a dog to pet, and loving family nearby. Her family would like to thank Ohio Living Hospice nurse Jennifer and caregivers Ann and Rhonda for their excellent care. You all provided Margie with much love and dignity in her final days. There will be no services or visitation at this time. A Memorial Mass and celebration of life will take place on Monday, June 21 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Joan of Arc Church, with an hour of visitation at 10:00. Donations in Margie's memory can be sent to Read for Literacy or the Helping Hands of St. Louis through the Catholic Charities Diocese of Toledo. Coyle Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Please view Margie's video tribute and leave a condolence message at CoyleFuneralHome.com.

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Margaret Fitzpatrick

April 18, 1928 - February 19, 2021