Sean Fitzgerald, 39, of Rochester, MN, died Tuesday, February 9th, 2021 at his home.
Sean was born on February 9th, 1982 in Rochester, MN. He graduated from John Marshall High School in 2000. While Sean was attending college he was the employee of the year at Welp Construction 5 years running! He completed his Radiography degree from Mayo Clinic College of Medicine in 2014 and began his career at Winona Health Systems specializing in CT imaging. In 2016, Sean transitioned to Mayo Clinic where he continued his career and built strong personal relationships with his CT family.
Sean loved life and lived each day to the fullest. He was known for his megawatt smile, having a heart of gold, and his ability to light up a room with his big personality and awesome sense of humor. He loved spending time with his adoring friends and family. Sean’s favorite season was summer and he enjoyed spending time outdoors golfing, boating, and fishing all with a cold beer in his hand. Sean was an avid sports fan loving the Vikings, Twins, Gophers and most importantly the Notre Dame Fighting Irish.
Heaven may have gained an angel, but there has been an inexplicable emptiness left for us here on earth. A mother who will never see her son again, a father lost his “buddy”, a sister who will forever grieve the loss of her sibling soul-mate, a nephew who won’t remember his uncle but will forever be compared to him, along with the countless people who won’t instantly have a better day, just from seeing his dazzling smile. Sean’s family asks that, please, if you are struggling in silence, reach out for help. You are not a burden and you are not alone. Nothing saddens us more than to think of others who are struggling to cope with life… we pray you find hope and the courage to carry on despite the darkness.
Sean is survived by his mother, Theresa (Louis) Vetsch, and his father, Paul Fitzgerald. Siblings; Katie (Drew) Welp, Colin Vetsch, Caroline (Bob) Monson, Matthew Fitzgerald, and Robert Fitzgerald. He is survived by his niece and nephews. He is preceded in death by his maternal and paternal grandparents and his step mother.
A Celebration of Life will be planned for a later date. Until that date, and in lieu of flowers, buy some bait, find a quiet lake, and go fishing.
Memorials are preferred to NAMI or Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge of Rochester.
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