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Helen Fister Obituary

HELEN R. FISTER (Age 87)
Of Citrus Hills, FL, formerly of Davidsonville, MD passed away on Sunday, October 10, 2010 at Cedar Creek ALC, in the loving care of her family and Hospice of Citrus County. She was born in Takoma Park, MD on January 8, 1923, to Clarence and Ruth Whilden Palmer. Helen was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 56 years, John M. Fister; her son James Thomas Fister; and her brothers, Irving and Robert Palmer. She is survived by her daughter Judy (Carl) Wilbert, of Citrus Hills, FL; sister of Adele Williams, of Deltona, FL and Dr. William (Marybel) Palmer of Chehalis, WA; sister-in-law of Mary Fister Haskins; grandmother of James (Jessica) Fister Jr., of Waterville, NY, John M. Fister, III of Los Angeles, CA, Brian W. (Stacey) Hurt of Alpharetta, GA, and Nicole Fister (Brian) Shaw of Beltsville, MD; great-grandmother of Hailey, Joshua, Gabrielle, Abigail, Sophia, Jillian, and James, III. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, friends and family members. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, MD on Sunday, October 17, 2010 from 10 to 11 a.m., where service will be held at 11 a.m. Interment Parklawn Memorial Park.www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com

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Published by The Washington Post on Oct. 15, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Helen Fister

12 Entries

Joanne Lanham

March 9, 2011

Belated Memorial: I met Helen originally thru Weight Watchers back in the 80's. She was a wonderful Lady & came to mean a lot to me. Later, She & Chris Kennedy encouraged me to serve on the Republican Central Committee where I also was the Secretary. She, Chris and I had lots of fun & success under her leadership. The 3 of us also represented AA CO on the 5th Congressional Disrict Rep. Committee. I loved & respected Helen & John & was happy to get to visit them at their home in FL in Feb 2003(thanks for the visit to that resaurant with the Monkey Island). Lots of good memories (crab feast fundraisers for the 5th CDRC, Lincoln day dinners. AA Co fairs, campaigns etc.! I will miss her and know she & John are in a good place. Helen you were one of the most important people in my life. I learned a lot from you thru all the years. Thank you, with Love, Joanne

Carolyn Wershiner

October 26, 2010

I will remember Auntie for her love of family above everything else. She taught us children, through example, about conducting ourselves with honor,dignity and passion in all situations. I will remember her for being the utmost devoted wife to her Husband, my Uncle. I know they are together now and this gives me peace.

John M Fister II of Los Angeles, CA

John Fister

October 23, 2010

This woman has remained the single most influential person in my life. She is my teacher, my hero and my Gram. I love you, Gram Fister!

'Unk' Fist & 'Auntie' Helen ~ xo~ together again

kak

October 17, 2010

Pam Schweitzer

October 16, 2010

Helen was the family historian (along with John) and I will miss her stories. Her hospitality was the best and my family has wonderful memories of parties at her pool. It was a pleasure to be in her company.

Kak

October 16, 2010

'Auntie H', you were a most generous, loving, intelligent woman; your kindness to all was incomparable. Thanks for many wonderful memories. I will always remember you with love, respect and admiration; I will greatly miss you and 'Unk'.

Rachael Peabody

October 16, 2010

Helen was a lovely, delightful person.
I knew her when she was President of RWAAC and for many years after that.
Deepest sympathy to the family.
Rachael Peabody

October 16, 2010

Citrus Republican Womens Club wishes to send our sympathies to Helen's family. We wish to express our thanks for her many years of dedicated service: as a Republican woman and as an organizer and member of our Club. Her guidance, her intellect, her passion all helped in the continuance of our mission - Republican women in the role of leaders.
May God Bless and keep all of the family in His hand as you endure this loss

Jacqueline Swingle

October 15, 2010

I only came to know Helen after she grew ill but when she was in a talkative mood, she would tell me delightful stories of her family and friends but her beautiful smile when she talked told it all! I am sorry for your loss. Helen is one patient I will remember always!

Jenny Ladson Newell

October 14, 2010

I'll always remember her as a very classy and gracious woman. I loved swimming at her pool in Davidsonville with my cousins. I loved that house. That was always a treat:)