Obituary of Alexander Fitzsimmons

FITZSIMMONS, Alex (President - A.H. Fitzsimmons Real Estate Co.) (Founded 1878) A remarkable 3rd generation Ottawan who left an indelible mark on the lives of people he touched and in the community in which he lived died peacefully while surrounded by loved ones on Wednesday afternoon, May 19th, 2010. Alexander Henry Fitzsimmons of Orléans at the age of 78 years. Dear son of the late Clayton Fitzsimmons and the late Marguerite Kuntz. Devoted husband and best friend of Yvonne (Nee Pilon). Proud and loving father of Clayton (Linda) of Nepean; Mary-Ann Legault (Francis) of Ottawa; Jennie Fitzsimmons-Kendall (Malcolm) of Vancouver; Jim Fitzsimmons (Darlene) of Toronto; Bill Fitzsimmons (Penny) of Orléans; Nicole Davoudi (Frank) of Ottawa and Tammy Mainville (Derek) of Thunder Bay. Cherished "GrandDad" of Alicia, Alexander, Julia, Isabelle, Jacques, Callum, Duncan, Griffin, Abigail, Amelia, Anna, Lauren, William, Mekayla, Ava, Brandon, Joshua and Ryan. Alex is also survived by his brother, Harry Fitzsimmons (Janet) and his 2 sisters: Mardie-Ann Green (late Stuart) and Lynda Fitzsimmons, all of Ottawa. Wonderful uncle of many nieces and nephews. Alex will be dearly missed by his canine companion, Lady. Strong, smart, loyal and devoted are but a few of the words that describe Alex and the life he lived. He was an entrepreneur and a risk taker and he built a business which became one of Ottawa's best known and trusted names in real estate. He was Past President of the Real Estate Institute of Canada; Past President Ottawa Real Estate Board; Past National Chairman, Institute of Real Estate Management (Canada). He also held many other prestigious titles during his career which spanned over 5 decades. A committed Ottawa Senators fan and Carleton Ravens basketball alumnus fan, Alec will also be remembered for his love of sports which included being a regular cheerleader at his children and then grandchildren's sporting events. Above all else, Alex loved his family and we knew it. He was an incredibly "big presence" in our lives and he will be missed. Friends may join us for visitation at the Kelly Funeral Home, 2370 St. Joseph Blvd., Orléans on Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. only. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Divine Infant Church, 6658 Bilberry Drive, Orléans on Wednesday morning, May 26th at 11 o'clock. Cremation will follow. For those wishing, a donation made to your favorite charity would be appreciated by Alex' family. Arrangements in the care of his cousin, André Pilon and the staff of the Pilon Family Funeral Home, 50 John Street North, Arnprior.