April 1, 1942 – May 17, 2026
Lina Faye Fitzpatrick Lewis experienced her life-changing transition before dawn on Sunday, May 17, when the beloved Shepherd ushered her into His loving presence.
Born on April 1, 1942, in Franklin County, Tennessee, to Elsie Brannon Fitzpatrick and Benny Fitzpatrick, Sr., Lina was one of 11 children in this blended family—the Taylor-Fitzpatrick Family. Mirroring her Mother’s love for God, family, and church, Lina dedicated her life to God at an early age and committed herself to a godly life that represented Christ and one of service to the church, community, and humanity.
A lifelong member for 69 years and servant of Mt. Olive Primitive Baptist Church, Lina served faithfully throughout her life. Among her many responsibilities were Church Clerk, Sunday School teacher, and financial secretary. Her love for the Lord’s people extended to the Friendship United Primitive Baptist Women’s Congress and Association, where she served for more than 30 years as Chairperson of the Badge Committee, a job that she loved as she greeted every person while pinning a badge on them. In her younger years, she sang in the Association Union Choir.
In marriage, Lina was blessed with one daughter, Delores, whom she instilled the same Godly values that she was taught. Delores blessed her with two beautiful granddaughters, Cassandra and LaTarishia. All three precede her death. Her siblings who precede her in death are James Taylor, Robert Taylor, Benny Fitzpatrick, Jr., William Fitzpatrick, Carlton Fitzpatrick, Lionel Fitzpatrick, Jennie Mae Petty, Pauline Taylor, and Linda Kay Fitzpatrick.
Continuing her memory and legacy are Dorothy Taylor, sister; Vickie Fitzpatrick, sister-in-love; Glenda Petty, devoted niece; and a host of nieces and nephews. Devoted friends are Shelia Gray, Vicky Hardin, Dellcenia Ligon, Marie Mosley, and Sherry Robinson.
Lina had five primary “loves” in her life. She loved her family; she loved her faith; she loved fishing; she loved visiting people in hospitals and nursing homes; and she loved cooking.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at Watson Funeral Home from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM. A funeral service will follow at 1:00 PM in the Roy B. Watson Chapel of Watson Funeral Home, with interment to immediately follow in Watson Memorial Park.
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