History FAQs

Who was J.P. Fitzgerald?

John Patrick Fitzgerald was the father of Patricia Brunner and grandfather of Robert Brunner. Born 1901 - 1990; Married to Dorothy (McConnell); Parents came to USA from Dingle Bay, Ireland.

Was John Patrick Fitzgerald Marshall in the Buffalo St. Patrick's Day Parade?

Yes, Fitzgerald served twice as Marshall of the parade.

How did J.P. Fitzgerald's get its name?

In late 1989, John Patrick Fitzgerald (grandfather of Robert Brunner) gave his blessings to name Hamburg's newest restaurant "J.P. Fitzgerald's"