Creede Albert Fitzhugh - Obituary

reede Albert Fitzhugh, son of the late Milton and Marie Fitzhugh was born on June 5, 1925 in Washington D.C. The oldest of four siblings, he was preceded in death by his brother Milton, and sisters Lillian and Sylvia. He was educated in the D.C public school system and graduated from Dunbar Senior High School in 1943. After high school, Creede was drafted into the army where he served a short while as a Private. After an honorable discharge he began a 37-year career with the Department of Defense as a Communications Specialist. He retired from DoD in 1980. Following his retirement, his strong work ethic compelled him to pursue a second career. He served as Bailiff at the Circuit Court of Prince George’s County, Maryland. He was known affectionately as “Mr. Fitz”, and was a respected presence there for more than 20 years. Creede met Lois Groves, and they married on August 23, 1958, and together they had two daughters, Nedra and Marlene. He also was like a dad to his first niece Diane. Prior to his marriage to Lois, he had a son, Gerald. Anyone who knew Creede knew that he was the most loving father and husband a family could ask for. He enjoyed sports, music, photography, cars, lots of outside activities, good food, friends, cookouts, conversation and most of all spending time with family. His generosity, sense of humor, and his loving heart will always be remembered. Creede is survived by his wife of nearly 62 years, Lois Fitzhugh; a son Gerald Fitzhugh (the late Shirley), and two daughters Nedra Hunter and Marlene Fitzhugh (Steve Atkins); seven grandchildren: Richard Hunter, Jr. (Shakita), Keith Fitzhugh, Raymond Hunter, Marcellis Atkins, Gerald Fitzhugh II (Arlenia), Kim Ramsey (David), Valerie Kull (Raivo); ten great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.