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Holly Fischer Obituary
loving wife and best friend
PORTVILLE --- Holly C. Fischer of Portville, passed away Wednesday (October 4, 2023) unexpectedly at home.
Born December 16, 1954 in Olean, she was the daughter of Clarence L and Velma M. Parker Norton. On April 16, 1999, she married Robert Fischer who survives.
After graduating from Olean High School, Holly went on to work at St. Bonaventure, the former Quality Markets and then worked with her husband Bob, at Fischer's Auto Service. She also ran her own dog grooming business and would attend dog shows when able.
Holly was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Portville. With her love of nature and all creatures, especially dogs and cats, she belonged to the Pfiefer Nature Center, Portville Garden Club and The Nature Sanctuary Society of Western New York.
Surviving besides her husband Bob; a special niece, Belinda Sherwood and several other nieces and nephews; three sister-in-law's, Rita Fischer, Judy (Randy) McClaine and Sandy Canfield; and a brother-in-law, Tom (Diane) Fischer.
Holly was predeceased by her parents; a brother-in-law, Pat Canfield.
Friends will be received at the Guenther Funeral Home, 51 S. Main Street, Portville, on Sunday from 4-6 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Monday (October 9, 2023) at 11 am in the First Presbyterian Church of Portville, 19 N. Main Street, Portville, with Reverend Marilyn Hale officiating. Burial will follow in Chestnut Hill Cemetery, Portville.
Memorials may be made to the Portville Fire Department or to a charity of the donor's choice.
Online condolences can be expressed at www.guentherfh.com.
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OKC going away dinner for Rollie and I just before we left for California. Holly and Velma are on the right. Look how young we all were.
Susan Sakala
October 11, 2023
In loving memory of a great friend and a wonderful person. I will love you and miss you always Holly.
Rees
October 9, 2023
Holly was a loving and caring person. Her and her mother always had the coolest sheep dogs when we were young. When Aunt Velma passed she met Bob and he did well by her for over twenty years. She was always my Dad's favorite cousin. Rest In Peace Holly.
Love The Rees Family (Neil, Ellen, Shawn, Shane and Dakota)
Linda Orlando Driver
October 8, 2023
I was so sorry to hear about my childhood friend passing. Holly and I were such good friends on 9th Street in Olean, where she lived a few houses from mine. So many of my young memories are intertwined with Holly. Condolences to all the family.
Ed Buelens
October 8, 2023
Bob and family
I just heard of Holly´s passing from the NAPA folks.It was always a joy seeing you two on my visits to the Olean area. I will cherish those memories, so sorry for your loss.
Stacy Claycomb
October 7, 2023
Holly was such an amazing woman. Always there to help anyone even those she may not have known. She will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers to Bob.
Chris and Stacy Claycomb
Don and Pam Colerick
October 7, 2023
Holly just made you feel special when you talked with her. She never pushed you away, always up for conversation. I will truly miss her. Our condolences to Bob; our hearts hurt for you. Don and Pam Colerick
Susan Sakala
October 7, 2023
Bob, I am so sorry for your loss. Just found out that Holly has passed. I am deeply shocked and heartbroken. We met when I was 20 and she was 21 through the Olean Kennel Club (OKC). Together we entered the heady business of showing dogs. I with Shelties, she with Beardies. To this day, her boy Tam was still one of the best structured dogs I ever put my hands on. Your couldn't fault him. Then when Rollie and I moved to California, we didn't see much of each other but we managed to keep a close, rich friendship going all these years . We both were looking forward to my retirement and spending our time showing together again. She was a true friend and like a sister to me. I will miss her deeply. My deepest sympathy to you Bob for the loss of your beloved wife Holly. Rest in peace dear Holly.
Ronald and Darlene Wedge
October 7, 2023
So sorry for your loss . She was a great person.
C.Satterfield
October 7, 2023
Deepest condolences from the Cole and Satterfield families.
Yvonne
October 6, 2023
We all will miss you,Holly
Love,
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