Susan D. Fitzsimmons, 65 of Algonquin passed away at Advocate Sherman Hospital on Sunday morning, June 15, 2014 following a sudden illness.
She was born August 1, 1948 in Chicago the daughter of Joseph and Marion (Weides) Abbruscato. She graduated from St. Pat’s High School in Des Plaines and then attended Northeastern College. She was united in marriage to George W. Fitzsimmons on January 11, 1969 in Skokie. The couple made their home in Arlington Heights, Elk Grove and later Algonquin. She had worked with Hansen & Palmer Associates in West Dundee for many years, retiring in 2013. Susan was extremely devoted to her grandchildren and following their activities, had a passion for interior decorating and enjoyed flowers.
She is survived by her husband, George, her son, Daniel G (Laurie) Fitzsimmons and her daughter, Laura A. (Christopher) Fitzsimmons-Wilkens all of Algonquin, her grandchildren, Trevor, Ryan, Kyla & Brianna, her mother, Marion Abbruscato and her sister, JoAnn Solis both of Huntley and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, Joseph and an infant son, George.
Visitation will be held from 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. Service of Remembrance on Wednesday, June 18th at the DeFiore-Jorgensen Funeral & Cremation Service, 10763 Dundee Road, Huntley. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, www.stjude.org/Donate.
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Dear George, My deepest condolences go out to you at this time. I always enjoyed the few times I spent with Susan,, Now your family and friends will help you get thru this time in your life Rose marie Levy
George, Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.