Linda T. (Deprey) Fitzsimmons

HOLDEN - Linda T. (Deprey) Fitzsimmons, 78, passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of her family, on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at Saint Vincent Hospital in Worcester. She joins in heaven her beloved husband, Robert F. “Fitzy” Fitzsimmons, Sr., who predeceased her in 2022.

Born in Old Orchard Beach, Maine, raised in Shrewsbury, then later moved to Holden, Massachusetts. Linda was the daughter of the late Edgar and Joanne (St. Louis) Deprey. She attended Shrewsbury Public Schools and was a graduate of Shrewsbury High School, Class of 1967. She furthered her education at Becker Junior College.

Following graduation, Linda went to work for her family’s business, Midas Muffler Shops in Worcester, where she worked as an office manager for many years. In 1981, Linda met Robert Fitzsimmons, Sr. while working at Midas. The two began dating and, just one year later, were married. Together, they settled in Holden, where they raised their family.

Linda was a devoted daughter, mother, grandmother, stepmother, and mother-in-law, who cherished the time she spent with her family. She found joy in many of life’s simple pleasures. Linda had a love for classic cars and especially enjoyed vacations to Lake Winnipesaukee. She adored cats and looked forward to the fall season, particularly Halloween, when she enjoyed visiting Salem and taking in all the sights and festivities.

Linda is survived by her beloved children, Christina McCarthy of Oxford, and Robert Fitzsimmons, Jr. and his wife Ashley of West Brookfield; her stepchildren, Michael Fitzsimmons and his wife Amy of Gardner, Steven Fitzsimmons and his wife Jessica of Taunton, and Shelley Haschke and her husband John of Auburn, Georgia; her beloved grandchildren, Kyle, Kaitlyn and her husband Jacob, and Karissa; her step-grandchildren, Mackenzie, Payton, Allison, Reagan, Connor, Riley, Ethan, and Ryan, her sister, Sandra Ballard of Westborough, her nieces, Rebecca, Michelle and her husband Toby; and her former husband, Alexander Lorincz. She also leaves behind many extended family members and dear friends who will miss her dearly. In addition to her parents and husband, Linda was predeceased by her brother-in-law, James Ballard.

Relatives and friends are invited to gather during a period of Calling Hours on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. at Miles Funeral Home, 1158 Main Street, Holden. A Funeral Service will begin at 11:00 a.m. in the funeral home. Interment will immediately follow at Worcester County Memorial Park, 217 Richards Avenue, Paxton.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Linda’s name to the Worcester Animal Rescue League, 139 Holden Street, Worcester, MA 01606.