Fitzgerald’s : Landscaping, Commercial and Residential Grounds Maintenance, Irrigation Installation and Repair, Tree Services
As Fitzgerald’s has grown over the years, so has our team.
The many divisions of Fitzgerald’s include total lawn maintenance in both commercial and residential applications of grass and shrub/bed maintenance, comprehensive landscape design and construction, including rock-work, installation and/or makeover.
Fitzgerald’s also offers complete tree management including tree removal, trimming, planting, stump removal, feeding and aerating, and last, Fitzgerald’s offers state of the art irrigation systems – including design, install and/or modification of your system. Our irrigation department also is responsible for exterior landscape lighting.
Our company is dedicated to being the best grounds maintenance, landscape, tree care and irrigation company in McLennan and surrounding counties.
AWARDS
Voted "Best of Waco"
- Lawn Service : 2018, 2020
- Tree Service : 2017, 2018
- Landscaping : 2007-2015
- Sprinkler Service : 2013

"Locals Love Us" Winner
- 2018-2024

Left to Right: Seth Thompson, Ali West, Donny Fratus, Travis Williams.
OUR TEAM
Ali West : Owner / Administrator
Ali West is the Accounting & Office Manager at Fitzgerald’s of Waco, and brings over 20 years of accounting management experience. Ali first joined Fitzgerald’s as a part-time accounting consultant in 2014 and continued this role until Fitzgerald’s hired her as a full-time employee in 2017. Ali is very passionate towards her family, career and her faith.
Seth Thompson : Owner / Tree Care Manager | Certified Arborist TX-3307A | Texas Oak Wilt Certified #0059
Seth Thompson manages the Tree Care Division of Fitzgerald’s. He graduated with his master’s degree from Stephen F. Austin State University in 2003 and has nearly 15 years of Tree Care experience. Seth has served as an adjunct instructor at McLennan Community College and was on their Tree Campus USA board. He and his wife have a son. He enjoys hunting, fishing, and time with family.
Travis Williams, ASLA, RLA : Owner / Landscape / Irrigation / Division Manager Registered Landscape Architect #3364
Travis Williams graduated Texas Tech University in 2010 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Landscape Architecture, a minor in Architecture, and a minor in Horticulture. He has over 10 years of experience in Landscape Design and over 15 years of experience in Construction. Travis has been with Fitzgerald’s since May of 2010. He is a licensed landscape architect, the irrigation manager, manages two landscape designers, and various projects. In his spare time, he enjoys hunting, fishing, camping, and wood working with his kids.
Donny Fratus : Owner / Maintenance Manager | LI#0022103
Donny grew up in Waco, where he went to Midway and finished his education with a bachelor’s degree in Economics from Baylor University. Donny is a Licensed Irrigator and has been in the industry for over ten years. He and his wife have two children, and in his spare time, he enjoys hunting, fishing, and spending time with them.
Ryan Back : Grounds Maintenance Manager | TPCL#0804344
Ryan is responsible for 5 mowing crews and 2 pesticide/herbicide application technicians. He has over 20 years of lawn and golf course maintenance experience and is dedicated to using that knowledge to meet and exceed our customer’s expectations. He carries a Commercial Pesticide Applicator License and has a vast knowledge of fertilization and pesticides used for commercial and residential lawns. Ryan is a graduate of Midway High School, has a degree in Golf Course & Turfgrass Management from TSTC, and is also an Eagle Scout. When he isn’t working he enjoys motocross and all other outdoor activities with his two sons.
Emily Stowers : Landscape Designer
Emily joined Fitzgerald’s in 2021. She graduated from Texas Tech University with her bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture and aims to design memorable experiences using various materials, colors, and textures. Emily is from San Antonio, Texas, and enjoys traveling, spending time with family, and exploring Waco.
Jaxon Sullivan : Fertilization Manager/Turf Specialist TDA#0903213
Jaxon is a dedicated professional with deep roots in Waco, where he graduated from Midway High School in 2018. Since joining Fitzgerald’s in January 2021, Jaxon has served as the Fertilization Manager, overseeing a pesticide/herbicide technician. Holding a Commercial Pesticide Applicator License, he brings extensive expertise in fertilizers, herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides.
Outside of work, Jaxon recently became a proud father and enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter. He is passionate about fitness, family, and maintaining strong connections with friends and loved ones.