WAYNESBORO, Virginia
Patricia Fisher
Patricia "Pat" (Zimmerman) Fisher, 61, of Waynesboro, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, November 4, 2008, after an extended battle with pancreatic cancer.
She was born on October 22, 1947, in Waynesboro, a daughter of Janice L. (Comer) Zimmerman and the late George B. Zimmerman.
A 1966 graduate of Waynesboro High School, Pat had also graduated from the Staunton School of Cosmetology. Pat was the owner of Patz Cut-N-Style and Wigs and was a member of Glen Kirk Presbyterian Church, Waynesboro. She loved being a wife, mother and grandmother, and loved her job as a hairstylist and the wonderful interactions she had with her clientele for more than 35 years. She was most proud of her two sons, Alex and Fred Allen Fisher. Her beloved canine companion, her Boxer, "Gabbi", will sadly miss her.
In addition to her father, Patricia was preceded in death by her father and mother-in-law, Calvin and Virginia Fisher; and a special canine companion of over 20 years, her Yorkie, Muffin.
She is survived by her husband, with whom she shared a devoted and blessed union of more than 43 years, Freddie Fisher of Waynesboro; two sons, Alex Fisher and his wife, Carolyn, and Fred Allen Fisher, all of Waynesboro; three grandchildren, Crystal Fisher and her special friend, Dallas Kirby, Dakota and Trevor Fisher, all of Waynesboro; two brothers, Danny and Tony Zimmerman; one sister, Diana Harlow and her husband, Bobby; several brothers-in-law, Doug Fisher and his wife, Peggy, Bobby Fisher, and Clyde Fisher, all of Waynesboro; several nieces and nephews.
The family would like to extend a very special thank you to the wonderful doctors and nurses at the University of Virginia Medical Center, who provided her care for the last 15 months, as well as Hospice of the Piedmont for their special care.
A funeral service will be held 1 p.m. Friday, November 7, 2008, at the Waynesboro Chapel of Reynolds Hamrick Funeral Homes, 618 West Main Street, with Pastor Scott Conrad officiating. Interment will follow at Glen Kirk Presbyterian Church Cemetery.
Active pallbearers will be Denny Walling, Jeff Arey, Calvin Spencer, Gary Wingfield, Johnnie Kestner, and Ron Denny.
The family will receive friends from 7 until 8 p.m. Thursday, November 6, 2008, at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Freddie Fisher, 52 Fishers Lane, Waynesboro, VA 22980
Relatives and friends are invited to view this obituary and share condolences or memories with the family at www.reynoldsfuneralservices.com
This obituary was originally published in the News Virginian.
Janice......I'm sorry to hear of your loss.Your daughter was a very kind and caring person. My prayers are with you and your family during this time of grief. May God keep and bless you all
Lori "Hughes" Louk
November 10, 2008 | Waynesboro, VA
May God's peace and comfort be with you. You will be in our prayers.
David & Donna Morris
November 08, 2008 | Stuarts Draft, VA
Alex & Carolyn Im so sorry to hear the loss of such a loveing dear lady. With prayers and support of friends and family and most of all the GREAT man upstairs ya'll will pull thru this. No more suffering and God has a great Angel there. She was a wonderful women. Ya'll are in my thoughts and prayers. Take care and again im so sorry to hear that.
Denise Arey Johnson
November 08, 2008 | WAYNESBORO, VA
Fred, Alex and Fred Alan,
My thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult time. Please call me if I can do anything for any of you!
Melissa Curry
November 07, 2008 | Waynesboro, VA
Freddie, Alex & Freddie Alan,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you and your families. I have fond memories of Patsy when we were growing up and she will be missed by many. We look forward to reuniting with her one day when the Lord calls us home. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you as you face the most difficult days ahead.
With love and prayers.
Darryl & Martha (Bryant) Walter
November 06, 2008 | Purcellville, VA
My deepest sympathies to the Fisher, Harlow and Zimmerman families. Take comfort in knowing that Pat is no longer suffering. It is hard to lose a wife, mom, and grandmother. Speaking from experience, time will ease your pain. She will always be with you.
Marcie Cummings Lowery
November 06, 2008 | Lyndhurst, VA
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May the love of friends and family get you all through this time of sorrow.
Kenny, Roxanne, Whitney & Jason Brown
November 06, 2008 | Waynesboro, VA
Dear Freddie,
Judy Ann called me this evening to tell me about Pat. I cannot tell you how sorry I am. But I smile remembering all your visits here in Kentucky. She was a remarkable woman and I know that you will be sustained remembering the remarkable courage with which she met this final challenge. My thoughts and prayers are with you and with your family at this time.
David Larson
David Larson
November 06, 2008 | Lexington, KY
Sorry about the loss of your loved one.We will never forget the love and compassion she showed for our sister and sister in law,Debbie Curry,during her sickness and death.All of you will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Roger&Marilyn Roberson
November 06, 2008 | Waynesboro, VA
