Leo D. Fitzgibbon M.D., age 68, of Erie, passed away Thursday, November 7, 2024, at his residence surrounded by family and loved ones. He was born in Limerick, Ireland, a son of the late James and Maureen Fitzgibbon. Leo was a dedicated Cardiothoracic Surgeon with UPMC Hamot Hospital who served the people of Erie for many years with his skilled knowledge and Irish wit.
He was an animal lover and an avid reader. When he wasn’t working, he could always be caught in his chair with a paperback and at least one dog. He loved to travel and spend time with his family.
Leo is survived by his wife Jane, his children Kathryn Flaherty (David), and Jim Fitzgibbon. He is further survived by his grandchildren, Evelyn and Margaret, by his siblings Eugene, Edward, Evelyn, Jane, and Marianne. Leo is also survived by his siblings-in-law, Mary, Jackie, Chris, Dan, and his parents-in-law, John and Joyce Perry.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his sister-in-law, Tammi Perry.
Friends are invited to call on the family on Thursday November 14th from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Burton Quinn Scott Cremation & Funeral Service Inc. West Ridge, 3801 W. 26th Street. Prayers will be held at the funeral home on Friday November 15th at 10:15 a.m. followed by a Funeral Mass at 11:00 a.m. at Saint Patrick Church, 140 East 4th Street, Erie.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to either Because You Care, 6041 West Rd, McKean, PA 16426, or Erie City Mission, 1017 French Street, Erie, PA 16501.
Thursday, November 14, 2024
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Burton Quinn Scott Cremation & Funeral Services West Ridge
Friday, November 15, 2024
11:00am - 12:00 pm (Eastern time)
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