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James Fisher Obituary
Mr. Fisher was born in Akron, Ohio on April 10, 1944 to James Lee, Jr. and Maxine Fisher. He attended the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and earned his bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and his J.D. from the University of Akron. He worked for the City of Akron Planning Department, Al Spaulding Associates, recently retiring from Buckingham, Doolittle and Burroughs.
Mr. Fisher was active in the Copley Lions Club and served on the Associate Board of Stan Hywet Hall Foundation. He was an avid O.S.U. Buckeye fan. He was also an active member of Fairlawn-West United Church of Christ.
Preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Nancy Lorenz Fisher; and father-in-law, Edwin C. Lorenz; Mr. Fisher is survived by his brother, John D. (Carole) Fisher of Lisbon and his sister, Cheryl Sumner Fisher of Wadsworth and his mother-in-law, Betty Lorenz of Stone Creek.
Family and friends may call at the Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel, 85 N. Miller Rd., THURSDAY from 3 to 5 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. Services will be held 11 a.m. FRIDAY at Fairlawn-West United Church of Christ, with Rev. David Loar officiating. Graveside service and interment will be at Stone Creek Cemetery at 11 a.m. SATURDAY. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Fairlawn-West United Church of Christ, 2095 W. Market St., Akron 44313.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Fisher
Christine
May 10, 2021
First cousin
Paul and Beth Johnson
October 2, 2009
Jim: God's gift to you was your talent; your gift to God was how you used it. It was a privilege to have known you and
God surely has made a very special place for you.
David Nott
September 18, 2009
I dealt with Jim on several issues involving Summit County. He was a friendly, intelligent man and top notch lawyer. Rest in Peace.
Christopher Esker
September 18, 2009
As a colleague, as a friend, as a fellow attorney and former partner, and as a person, I have long admired Jim for his rare combination of intellect, keen wit, kindness, consideration, and contribution in all things. There is, was, and never will again be a more devoted fanatic of "The" Ohio State University football program - and the fact that he's now free to support his beloved Buckeyes from the loftiest seat in the horseshoe can do nothing but help. The world needs more Jim Fishers - and we're all lessened, here on Earth, by losing the one we had. To Jim - Go, Bucks!!!
Paul Richert
September 17, 2009
Jim and Nancy we will miss you. You both did a lot of wonderful things for others. I particularly felt a kinship with Jim as he took his daily noon walk past my office for years. He was a dedicated member of our church who always provided wise counsel.
Sean Vollman
September 17, 2009
Rest in Peace Jim Fisher. You were one of the best human beings that I knew, one of the best attorneys that I knew and a great mentor, but you were undisputedly the single greatest Buckeye Football fan that I will ever know. I am glad that you are with Nancy again and I hope that in heaven we beat Michigan every day. You will be missed.
Kathy Pforr
September 17, 2009
To The Earthly Family and Friends of Jim and Nancy Fisher, I wish you peace and hearts full of the same love that that Jim and Nancy shared so graciously with all who knew and loved them. They always "got" what it meant to be true disciples. I am thankful that for Jim his earthly struggle is over and that now he and Nancy can root for their beloved Buckeyes from a much better place. Thanks be to God for two such wonderful people. Those of us who knew you both were truly blessed! Kathy Pforr, Cleveland, OH
September 17, 2009
Our deepest sympathy to the family of Jim Fisher. It has been several years since we last met. I'm sure he will be greatly missed.
Emily Fisher Mayhew and Rick
Mayhew
Debbie Lucas
September 17, 2009
"Please accept our deepest sympathies on your loss". We loved Jim and Nancy very much. They were great people! Although they were close friends with my family we considered them a part of our family. God Bless. Jim and Debbie Lucas
Peter Korycan
September 17, 2009
My prayers go to your family. I have first met Jim while working for City of Akron. For the past 27 years as a Cuyahoga Falls City Planner I have always found Jim to be a kind and caring professional, a gentlemen of the first order.
May his memory be for a blessing.
Barbara Bartsch
September 17, 2009
We are so sorry to hear of losing sweet Jimmy Fisher. Both he and Nancy were like surrogate "Grandparents" to our son, Adam, while he was @ OSU. Every homegame, Adam was included in the Fisher's tailgate. We were honored to tailgate side by side a few times and share "coffee can" recipes". He was a gentle man with a charming sense of humor. We hope he's organizing the "Grand Tailgate", now.
God Bless you Jimmy Fisher. We'll miss him.
Jim and Barbara Bartsch
September 17, 2009
I have only known Jim and Nancy for 2-3 years but I knew them to be ideal Christians and role models for my two boys. I will miss them and their friendship and generosity and "fan"ship. Thanks for your friendship and fellowship with my wife. Till we meet again, Dan Cox, Akron (and FWUCC)
Karen Doty
September 17, 2009
Please accept my most sincere sympathy on your loss. Jim was such a unique character. We practiced law together for years and my life was much enriched by his humor, passion for OSU football, and intelligence.
The Staff of Billow Funeral Homes
September 17, 2009
Offering our deepest condolences during this time.
Rob Hardy
September 16, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with the Fisher family at this difficult time. I was a student/friend of Nancy's, and became friends with Jim through her.
Rob Hardy and Family
The Hill family
September 16, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Fisher family. We only knew him for a short time, but admired him and Nancy both. May they be together again. God bless.
Anna Dusseau
September 16, 2009
I knew Nancy & Jim as "Mama & Daddy Jim". My son, Logan and daughter, Lily, thought of them as surrogates for quite some time. We always enjoyed the annual Spaghetti Dinner at Fairlawn West and working along the two of them. Jim was always known for a fun bantering during football season when I'd insist on wearing Pittsburgh stuff to church (or Michigan to really get his goat!) Didn't do much good since OSU was the better team the last 2 years! (Yes Daddy, I admit it!) He wouldn't claim me or want to hug me those days, but he did anyway ;~)
The years without Nancy have been difficult to recover from and I don't think things have ever been the same since, especially not for me. I always wonder what life would be like if she were still here? But, since life isn't about me, I accept that Mama & Daddy Jim are together once again, with their doggy, and Nancy's smile ~ big and bright as ever in my mind. It's a comfort that's hard to move on from since they are both so missed here, but their memory will live on in the hearts of so many! Love to you both and to Betty, I miss your gentle hugs, your smile & your stories! Love, Anna (Or as Jim would say, "Honey Chaille' " in his best Southern accent (hard to spell it to make it look right!)
Pam Sumner Peters
September 16, 2009
My cousin Jim was a very kind and gentle man who will be missed. He was a quality individual who had a very giving soul which is so rare these days. Many people benefited from his quite manner and sense of humor.
I will remember how he treated me as his little sister during a period in my life when I needed a big brother. He was always there to help when you needed help.
He and Uncle Bob, The Milkman, can now confer together and help their beloved Buckeyes from above.
Jason Light
September 16, 2009
Mr. and Mrs. Fisher are very easily the nicest people I have ever met. They are both in a better place now. Thank you for everything both of you have done! Jason M. Light
Mark Salchak
September 16, 2009
To the family and friends of James Fisher...
I offer my sincerest condolences. I have admired Jim from the day I met him. His humor, soft manner and kindness touched my life. His bravery inspired me. I will miss him.
Mark Salchak
METRO Board Member
John Rogers Harris, PhD
September 16, 2009
May the peace of the Lord be with the Fisher Family and myfriend, Anthony Peeples. May He shine his face upon you and give you peace.
Much love,
John
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