Memorial Gallery

This memorial website was created in the memory of our loved one, Walter D. Fitzgerald, III. 

A lifelong Boston resident, aged 65, Walter passed away on January 6, 2021 due to COVID-19. He is deeply mourned by his children Liam and Fiona Fitzgerald of West Roxbury, MA and his two sisters Joan Fitzgerald of Roslindale, MA and Elaine Greene of Whitman, MA. Beloved uncle to Julie, Andrea, Carolyn and Daniel as well as their spouses and children. Walter will also be missed by his Fitzgerald, McSweeney and Martin cousins. He is predeceased by parents Ann Martin Fitzgerald and Walter D. Fitzgerald, Jr. Proud graduate of Boston Latin School, Stonehill College (B.A), and Eastern Nazarene College (M.Ed.). Retired Boston Public Schools teacher and referee of high-school football, hockey, lacrosse, softball and college hockey. A bright mind, his love of history and all things sports was unparalleled. He will be remembered most for his kindness, good humor and sponsorship. In Walter’s memory, please wear a mask and respect social distancing. Due to the ongoing pandemic, Walter’s family will remember his life in private and a celebration of life will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his name to the Holy Cross Retreat House at 490 Washington St. in North Easton, MA, 02356.