Michael Fitzgerald Jr.

Fitzgerald Jr., Michael 3/14/1948 - 8/21/2022 Michael N. Fitzgerald Jr passed away peacefully with his wife, Terry, at his side at their home in Chapala, Mexico on Sunday August 21, 2022. Mike was born March 14th, 1948 in Kalamazoo, MI to Jacqueline (Meehan) and Michael Nolan Fitzgerald. Mike Graduated from Monsignor John R. Hackett High School and went on to graduate from Michigan State University (BBA) and then Western Michigan University (MBA). Mike is survived by his wife Terry whom he married on September 27th, 2008. Mike has a daughter, Jacqueline (Matt) Gallagher and granddaughter Emma Claire living in Dayton, Ohio, along with his siblings Pat (Elizabeth) Fitzgerald, South Haven, MI and Kevin (Sue) Fitzgerald, Elk Rapids, MI. Mike is preceded by his parents, Michael Fitzgerald (1978), Jacqueline Fitzgerald (1992) and his brother Dennis Fitzgerald (2018). Early in his career, Mike worked in Real Estate appraisal and mortgage banking before joining Nielsen Corporation in a number of Managerial positions until his retirement in 2014. He spent his retirement years in Florida and then moved to Mexico in 2018. Mike was always a positive person with strong belief in his fellow man and God. He volunteered with the local church and several other organizations. He was an active Krewe of Chasco member for their annual festival. After retirement, Mike enjoyed cooking and was part of the Ajijic Hiking Club. A graveside service will take place on Saturday, September 24th, 2022 at 11:30AM at the Lakeview Cemetery in South Haven. In lieu of flowers, friends wishing to make a memorial contribution can do so to the American Cancer Society or Alzheimer's Association. To view Michael's personal web page please visit www.starksfamilyfh.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Filbrandt Chapel of Starks Family Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, 269-637-0333.