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Geoffrey Arthur Fishbaugh

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Billings Central Catholic High School Montana State University

Geoffrey Fishbaugh Obituary

August 31, 1988 – March 1, 2006

Geoffrey Arthur Fishbaugh, 17, died of injuries from a skiing accident in Jackson Hole, Wyo.
Born in Jasper, Ind., Geoff never met a stranger in his 17 years. He collected friends and valued each because of their undivided differences and idiosyncrasies.
The youngest of four children, Geoff was the heart of his family. He instinctively knew when to comfort, when to tease, and when to offer a quiet hug. Whenever Geoff left the house, he made sure to say "I love you." A happy person, Geoff shared that happiness with everyone. Never critical or judgmental, he was rarely even irritable.
Geoff was always on the go, planning the next activity and what friends would be involved. Geoff was a bright guy with a subtle sense of humor. When asked what was important to him, he replied to his mother, "Well, my family and friends."
Geoff recently said that he wished he could find his life's "passion." From the support offered to his family by his friends and by the Billings Community as a whole, it is apparent that he lived his passion!
Geoff leaves behind his parents, Dave and Mary Susan Fishbaugh; sisters, Kate (Patrick) and Änna; brother, Nik; as well as a close knit extended family and circle of friends.
Visitation for Geoff will be held from 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday, March 5, and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday at Dahl Funeral Chapel. Vigil services will be at 7 p.m. Monday, March 6, at Central High School. Funeral Mass will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday, March 7, at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church. Geoff will be laid to rest in Holy Cross Cemetery. There will be a reception following at MSU-B Downtown. Memorials may be made in his name to Billings Central Catholic High School or Young Life Billings.

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Published by Billings Gazette from Mar. 5 to Mar. 6, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Geoffrey Fishbaugh

29 Entries

Teddy Bunnell

May 5, 2022

My deepest condolences. He was such a cool little kid...of course, I remember him when he was about 5 or 6. He had a wonderfully lively personality. He lit up the room!

typical Geoff in Paris

April 7, 2006

Gail Gray

March 20, 2006

Mary Susan,

What a remarkable young many your son was. Please remember the good times, you certainly had many. Gail

Deb White

March 15, 2006

Mary, Dave & Family: I heard from Margaret how moving and uplifting the services were for Geoff. I only met him twice (at Gulf Shores and Cammi & Doug's wedding) but Margaret and I have often commented, "He's such a doll." (Sounds like Margaret, doesn't it?) I can't imagine the pain of losing Geoff; I can only hope you experience some comfort knowing how highly he was thought of, and how much he was loved. My sincere sympathy.

Drew Johnson

March 12, 2006

I have many good memories from youth group and school with Geoff and it was difficult to hear about his accident and death. I rejoice that he is now with the Lord and mourn along side your family and the BCCHS family. You are in my prayers and the prayers of many here in Rome.

Britt Ferguson

March 9, 2006

Mary Susan,

I am so sorry to hear about the death of your son. It is a terrible thing to lose a child. In the Gazette it mentions how highly he thought of his Mom and family. What a nice rememberance. My condolences.

Steve Street

March 8, 2006

Mary Susan...My heart, prayers, and love go to you in this time of sadness. I can only imagine how wonderful Geoff's spirit was given my experience of yours...you will carry his light with yours and continue to show us the way...my prayers and thoughts I send to you...Love in Christ, Steve

Marissa Fox

March 8, 2006

Fishbaugh family,

I want you to know that I am praying for your family and for Geoff daily if not hourly. I am so very sorry for your loss. I taught Geoff Spanish his Freshman year. He lit up the classroom with his personality and helped me realize what it means to be a good teacher. Thank you for the gift of Geoff. May you feel God's awesome power in this time of need.

Amanda Suazo

March 7, 2006

Dear Fishbaughs,

I am so sad to hear that Geoff died.It makes me so sad because I went to school with him freshman year.He was one of the nicest people I had ever met in my life. I will truely miss him very much.

The day I left to move to bozeman, Geoff came up to me,gave me a hug and told me not to ever give up on my dreams, and i will always remember that. He was a GREAT guy and I will always remember him.

My thoughts and prayers go out to you.

Kelli Kittelson

March 7, 2006

Our thoughts and heartfelt prayers are with you.

Kelli Kittelson and Family

Nick Contreraz

March 6, 2006

Dear Fishbaughs,

I want to let you know that I am deeply saddened by the loss of your son. I was fortunate and blessed enough to teach your son, his Freshman year. His memory will always bring a smile to my face. I pray for peace within your hearts and consolation from the Holy Spirit. You should never doubt the amazing impact he had not only on his peers, but also on those who were blessed with the opportunity to teach him. I assure you, he has taught me more than I could ever have dreamed of teaching him. I will continue to keep you all in my prayers. Peace and all good!

March 6, 2006

Jillian Rigg

March 6, 2006

Geoff was one of the nicest kids I have ever come accross. He brightened everyone's day. He was in a few of my classes before I graduated from central. His smile and sense of humor along with his compassion was always awe-inspiring to me. He will be very missed. My thoughts and prayers are with the Fishbaugh family.

June Canty

March 6, 2006

Dear Mary Susan,

I am so very sad to hear this news about Geoff. I feel like our kids have grown up together because of all the stories we've shared over the years. I can't imagine what you're feeling and am very glad the girls are home to be with you and Dave and Nick.

Please take very good care of yourself and let me know if there is anything I can do for you.

Rae Jean Koch

March 6, 2006

There is nothing I can say to take away the pain you are feeling today. There is nothing I can do but tell you how very sorry I am for your loss. May the Lord comfort you and keep your son in his loving arms until you see him again.

Koby Murray

March 6, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Sandra Rivera

March 6, 2006

To the Fishbaugh family,

This is actually coming from my brother Adrian. he wishs he could have been here fro geof in his time of need. he is currently in boot camp and sends his love and support to your family, he was deepenly sadend with the news and wanted to come home so bad for the services but was not allowed to. he wants to let you know what a great loving and caring person that geof was. he always had a smile no matter what the situation was. he was always there in a time of need. our family prayers and thoughts are with you and yours. the Rivera

Pattee Bement

March 6, 2006

Dearest MarySusan,

I am sorry to hear about your son. I was a student of yours at MSU-Billings. I just wanted to let you know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this trying time. May the Lord Bless and Keep you Strong.

Pattee Bement

Mike and Jo Jakupcak

March 6, 2006

Dear Mary Susan and Family,

It was with great sadness that we learned of your son's death. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Mike and Jo Jakupcak

BOB BOWSER

March 6, 2006

DAVE AND MARY SUSAN, MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO YOU BOTH. I AND MIKE RAMSEY LEARNED OF YOUR LOSS EARLY THIS MORNING. MAY ALL YOUR HAPPY MEMORIES HELP TO EASE YOUR SUFFERING AND DEAR LOSS. LOVE BOB AND MIKE.

March 5, 2006

THE LORD ALWAYS SHOWS US THROUGH DEATH THAT HE ONLY TAKES THE VERY BEST, HIS LIGHT SHOWED A LITTLE PIECE OF HEAVEN WHEN HEAVENS GATES OPENED TO RECEIVE GEOFF, AND KNOW THROUGH YOUR PAIN HE SHINES HIS LIGHT AND LOVE UPON YOUR FAMILY AND WILL TAKE YOUR HANDS TO GUIDE YOUR THROUGH THIS DARKEST TIME IN YOUR LIVES. OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

Bill and Ann Dye

March 5, 2006

Bill and I were very saddened and shocked to learn of the loss of your son, Geoff. We just want you to know you have been in our daily prayers and know God will shed his abundant grace and mercy on you especially in the days to come.

In case you don't remember who we are we were members of the St. Thomas Parish community since it was first established. Ann was a eucharistic minister with Mary Susan.

Our hearts ache for you all of you. We share your loss.

God's blessings.

Bill and Ann Dye

David Davison

March 5, 2006

Chubbins and I offer our heartfelt condolences. We had prayed for a different outcome, but we understand that the Lord is sovereign. We shall be unable to attend on Tuesday as I have to be out of town, but our hearts will be with you. May the Lord comfort you all in your time of grief.

Emily Schwarz

March 5, 2006

There may not be much consolation in enduring the loss of a child, but I, already, have experienced many signs of Geoff's happiness and transformation into a new and free life. It as if I can feel his presence all around me all of the time and he often tells me he died doing what he loved to do and he often lets me know that everything will be alright. I know he is happy up in Heaven and is looking down on all of us each and every day. It is not like Geoff to want us to be sad for his loss, rather that we should appreciate what he did for all of us on Earth and pray for him always. You and yours remain in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless you.

Kirsten Young

March 5, 2006

Dear Fishbaugh Family,

I am so sorry to hear that Geoff is no longer making people laugh at Central. Even though I left Montana a year ago, I remember having Geoff in my spanish class and laughing at his personality. I always enjoyed his energy in the room. I remember seeing him in the hall one day wearing a pink polo shirt and I just shook my head and said, "Well, that's Geoff for ya." He was certainly worthy of respect, if not for his bravery, than for the respect with which he treated others. I never saw him say something mean in all the days I was in class with him. He was a wonderful person.

My condolences,

Kirsten Young.

Tami Schroeder

March 5, 2006

I very much enjoyed having Geoff in youth group at St. Thomas. His easiness around everyone made him instantly likeable. He also had the best questions and wasn't afraid to learn. He is greatly missed. Jesus and Mary be with his family.

sue hostetler

March 5, 2006

IT saddens me when ever i hear the loss of a young person as i to the pain you are going throw i lost a son five years ago at the age of 9 my thoughts and prayers are with you...

Tracie Jenkins

March 4, 2006

Dear Fishbaugh Family,

My name is Tracie and I have been involved with Billings Young Life for the past five years. I recently moved to Bozeman, so I never had the opportunity to meet your son Geoff. I've been praying for you since the accident on Saturday and was so sad to hear on Wednesday that Geoff passed away. I know all the Young Life staff and leaders are mourning your loss and I am so sorry for your pain and broken heart. I will continue to pray comfort and peace for you and your family. Again, I'm so sorry.

Dena Hergenrider

March 4, 2006

I read of the loss of your son, he must have been a joy to you and your family, I know you will miss him. I lost my own daughter 6 years ago in a bad crash north of Bridger, she was 22, her husband was also killed. It is so hard to loose a child. May God Bless You during this sad time.

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