Terrence Vincent Fitzmaurice, 97, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away on Monday, January 26, 2026 at his home.

Terrence was born on October 6, 1928 to Michael Patrick and Teresa (Hartnett) Fitzmaurice in Forest City, MO.  He graduated from Oregon, Missouri High School.

Terrence married Eva Dyer on May 21, 1950 in Forest City, Missouri.  To this union 2 sons: Larry and Terry were born.

Mr. Fitzmaurice worked for the Burlington Northern Railroad and then began his career at Western Dairy for 42 years.

Terrence was a member of Cathedral of St. Joseph then moved his membership to Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church.  He was a Third Degree Knights of Columbus.  Terrence enjoyed bowling and not only playing basketball, football and golf but also enjoyed coaching his sons while at Cathedral.

Terrence was preceded in death by his wife, Eva in 2005, his son Terrence in 1999; his parents and his brother and sisters, Jim, Coleen and Kay.

Terrence is survived his son, Larry, his wife, Jacque Fitzmaurice; sister-in-law, Pat Fitzmaurice; daughter-in-law, Debbie Fitzmaurice; three grandchildren, Sean, Kelly and Bryn and five great-grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:00 AM, Monday, February 2, 2026 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery.

A  Rosary will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday at Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel, where the family will receive friends following the Rosary until 4:00 PM.

The family has requested memorial donations to Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church.