Cleve Edward "Bud" Fitzsimmons

On July 16, 2024, Cleve Edward "Bud" Fitzsimmons, 79, passed away peacefully at his home in Sun City, Arizona surrounded by family and loved ones.
Bud was born on August 18, 1944 to Willard and Lucille (Simonson) Fitzsimmons in Minneapolis Minnesota. He was the fourth child of eight. In 1962, Bud graduated from Patrick Henry High School in Minneapolis and joined the United States Air Force, serving for four years.
Bud met his love, Margaret Susan Springer "Peggi" at a New Years Eve party in 1963. This was the start of a 60 year relationship. He married Peggi on May 27th, 1967. Bud and Peg welcomed their first child, Sean, in 1970, followed by Daniel in 1974. Bud and Peg settled into their home in Eden Prairie, Minnesota in 1976.
Bud had a successful lifelong career in the printed circuit board industry from 1967 to 2010.
Bud embraced his identity as a father and coached his boys' soccer, t-ball and most importantly hockey teams. He also found himself to be a true supporter of his kids' musical performances and attended almost every concert and production.
He thoroughly enjoyed himself at the cabin on Dead Lake, fishing, boating and spending time with family and friends. He was an avid Vikings and Wild fan, even after moving to Arizona. He also enjoyed golf, reading, movies, traveling, and attending live theater and musical performances.
Upon retirement Bud and Peg relocated to Sun City, Arizona.
Bud is survived by wife Peggi, sons Sean (Terra) and Daniel (Amy), and daughter-in-law Susan Hausladen. Grandchildren are August, Colm, Moira, Ambrose, Atticus; brothers Lee and Jim; sister Pauline; brothers and sisters-in-law; and many nieces and nephews.
A memorial service celebrating Bud's life will be held August 4, at American Legion Post 62, in Glendale, AZ with military honors at 9:30 am. Visitation and lunch to follow until noon.