Elmer W. Fitch, Jr.

Elmer Fitch Jr, age 90, of Essex, Maryland, passed away peacefully on February 14th. 

Elmer was the beloved son of Elmer Fitch Sr and Laura (Burnham) Fitch. He spent much of his life on Sue Creek, where he built a life with his family as a Commercial Crabber and Waterman.

Elmer retired from Western Electric after working there for over 30 years. But was more known for his days captaining his boat the Echo across the Chesapeake Bay. Outside of work, he enjoyed fishing, a good game of Pinochle and watching the Orioles play. Those who knew him will remember his colorful personality, down to earth nature and ability to build anything based on a thrifty ingenuity.

He was predeceased by his wife Bonnie Fitch. He is survived by his children, Patricia Roberts, Deborah Lane, Barbara Braley, Timothy Fitch, Suzanne Ford, and Melissa Fitch Ciccotelli as well as thirteen Grandchildren and twenty seven Great Grandchildren.

A graveside burial service will be held on the morning of the 14th of March at Parkwood Cemetery, Parkville, Maryland.

Family and friends are invited to gather for a wake and celebration of life following at American Legion Post #148 located at 20 S. Marlyn Avenue, Essex MD, 21221 from 2pm to 6pm.

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