Sergeant David J. Fitzpatrick passed away on Monday, June 10, 2019 in Plano, Texas. He was born on April 7, 1960 in Salem, Ohio to Lloyd C. and Lois J. (Patterson) Fitzpatrick. Sgt. Fitzpatrick married Hyesuk Michelle Park on December 12, 2012.

Sgt. Fitzpatrick served in the Marines and graduated from North Texas State University (now University of North Texas) with a Criminal Justice Degree. He had a 34-year career in law enforcement, 28 of which were with The Colony Police Department where he served with great enthusiasm and passion as a Patrol Officer, School Resource Officer, Patrol Sergeant, Narcotics Detective, Bicycle Officer, Field Training Officer and supervisor of Professional Standards.

Along with David's professional service in law enforcement and with the Marines, it was his personable nature, including his sincerity, humility and wry humor that drew so many to care for, respect and love David. Whether through a friendly conversation or his wry sense of humor, David had a way of easing others' burdens and making you laugh both on and off duty. While off-duty David's personal life was anything but boring. Yearly, he and his wife, Michelle, enjoyed going to Scarborough Fair, dressing in period costumes and soaking in all the Renaissance had to offer. David enjoyed experiencing different cultures, especially Irish and Korean. Savoring Korean cuisine and listening to the romantic tunes of the band, Celtic Women, were some of his favorite enjoyments. David was an avid reader of history and fiction, especially the works of Tom Clancy. His hobbies included bicycling, hiking and kayaking. Although David loved his work with The Colony Police Department, often staying after hours, he found so much comfort and enjoyment at his country home, where you would find him camping with his grandson in the backyard by the orchard, working on his land or exercising while watching Jeopardy.

Sgt. Fitzpatrick is survived by his wife, Michelle, step-daughters Cherry and Yulee, step-son, Andrew, step-grandchildren, Joshua and Joelle, father, Lloyd Fitzpatrick and step mother, Elizabeth Fitzpatrick, sisters, Kelly and her husband Kelly Dozier, Darby and her husband Rod Reber. He is preceded in death by his mother, Lois Janet Turnbull and husband Paul Turnbull.

The family will receive friends on Sunday, June 16, 2019 from 2:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M. at DeBerry Funeral Directors. Funeral services will be held on Monday, June 17, 2019 at 11:00 A.M. at First Baptist Denton Church, 1100 Malone St. Denton, Texas. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park.