Harry M. Fitchett, Sr., son of the late Deacon Fred Oliver Fitchett and Elder Bessie Brittingham-Fitchett, was born June 25, 1923 in Berlin, Md. He made his transition to eternal rest peacefully and calmly Thursday, Oct. 31, 2013 at Saunders House in Philadelphia, Pa.. In his early youth, Harry moved to Laurel with his parents and siblings. He received his education in the public school system of Middleford. Being reared in a Christian home, Harry's early religious training was in Sunday School at Mt. Zion Holy Church in Laurel under the leadership of his mother. It was at this same church where he later accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as his personal Savior and was endowed with the Holy Ghost. He worked diligently in the church with his parents and enjoyed playing the piano. On Aug. 27, 1949 Harry was united in Holy Matrimony to the love of his life, the late Ruby Viola Fisher, in Philadelphia, Pa. This union was blessed with six children. He was a hard working, loving and compassionate husband, father, grandfather and provider. He cherished family gatherings and the opportunity to spend time with his loved ones and friends. When his health began to fail, on several occasions he would say, "I'm trying to stay here as long as I can for my children and grandchildren." Harry attended St. James Pentecostal Church faithfully with his wife, Ruby, until her transition to eternal rest. In the later, years he joined Mt. Zion Holy Church in Milton. It was evident that Harry loved praising the Lord and upon entering any church house gave the Lord His due praise. One of his favorite songs was "Lord I Just Want To Thank You." Harry leaves to lovingly cherish his memories two daughters, Ida M. Fitchett of Georgetown and Cynthia Fitchett-Nelson of Philadelphia, Pa.; four sons, Harry M. Fitchett, Jr, Carlos J. Fitchett (Barbara), Robert E. Fitchett and Alexander P. Fitchett (Pinkie) of Philadelphia, Pa.; fourteen grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, godchildren and friends. A public visitation will be 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 8, 2013 at Mt. Zion Holy Church 325 Front St., Milton. Funeral services will be noon Monday, Nov. 11, 2013 at St. James Pentecostal Church 41st & Ludlow, Philadelphia, PA; where friends may visit one hour prior to service. www.benniesmithfuneralhome.com