Bryan L. Fitzgerald

Bryan Lee Fitzgerald, 88, of Little Rock, Arkansas passed away September 14, 2025. He was born February 2, 1937, in Houston, Texas to the late W.L. and Evelyn Fitzgerald.

Bryan is preceded in death by his granddaughter, Christine Fulmer; twin sister, Barbara Ann O’Toole and his step-mother, Rae Lea Fitzgerald. He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Marilynn Fitzgerald; children, Catherine Theriot (Keith), Donna Lynn Harcourt, Jimmy Lee Harcourt, Curt Harcourt (Christal), Penny Jump (Harold), Shannon Fitzgerald, Rhonda Fitzgerald Ortiz (Alfredo); grandchildren, Lesley Shepard (David), Curtis Ray Lucas, Amanda Donaho (Terry), JC Harcourt (Ilaria), Chad Harcourt (Tara), Dylan Jump (Cyndle), Bailey Jump, Will Becker (Cara), Morgan Helderman (Mark), David Ortiz, Adam Ortiz; 12 great-grandchildren; and a host of family and friends.

Bryan was the most wonderful husband, father, and grandfather that anyone could have. He loved his wife and family beyond measure. Bryan and Marilynn traveled all over the world together- their favorites places being Estes Park, Colorado and all of Africa. He was a lifetime member of Safari Club International and past president of the Arkansas Chapter of the Safari Club.

Bryan retired after 35 years with Southwestern Bell where he held many titles.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to CARTI- or to your favorite charity in Bryan's memory. 

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, with a visitation one hour prior to the service at Smith Little Rock Funeral Home (8801 Knoedl Court).