Search by Name

Search by Name

Doris J. Fisher

1935 - 2021

Doris J. Fisher obituary, 1935-2021, Sunderland, VT

BORN

1935

DIED

2021

FUNERAL HOME

Shea Family Funeral Homes - Bennington

213 West Main St.

Bennington, Vermont

Doris Fisher Obituary

Doris J. Fisher 86 a resident of South Road passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday October 16, 2021 in the comfort of her loving family. She was born at home in Arlington on May 18, 1935 , the daughter of William and Maude (Andrew) Secoy , her parents died when she was very young and she was raised by the only father she ever knew, her Uncle Winfield Secoy. Doris grew up in the Arlington/Sunderland area where she attended local schools, graduating from Arlington Memorial High School in 1953. In earlier years she had worked at the former Hale Furniture Company , she established Stay Trim Studio in Bennington which she operated for many years before taking an administrative position at Orvis Company retiring from there after 17 years. Doris was a member of American Legion Post 69 Auxiliary and Red Mountain Chapter Order of the Eastern Star. She was an accomplished bowler , holding the Vermont State record for highest average for many years, she loved fishing especially on Lake Ontario where the family has a camp. Doris was an animal lover , especially her dogs, she loved to gamble at area casinos, go snowmobiling, feed the birds who visited her yard and gardening. Her family was the most important part of her life. She leaves her husband Donald who she married at the Federated Church of East Arlington on June 20, 1953, her son Christopher Fisher and his wife Dawn of Sunderland, daughter Susan Figliomeni and her husband Carlo of Delanson, NY, grandchildren Laura Niedecker and husband Rhys and Jeremy Fisher and fiancé Courtney Hopkins. She was predeceased by siblings Roger, Paul, Frankie and Marguerite (Peggy). In keeping with Doris' wishes there will be no public service, she will be buried in the Secoy family lot in Evergreen Cemetery. Memorial gifts may be made to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Fund or Second Chance Animal Center in care of the Hanson Walbridge & Shea Funeral Home, P.O. Box 528, Arlington, VT 05250. To send personal condolences to the family visitwww.sheafuneralhomes.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Bennington Banner on Oct. 19, 2021.

Memories and Condolences
for Doris Fisher

Sponsored by BenningtonBanner.com.

Not sure what to say?





3 Entries

Karen Sargood Cross

October 28, 2021

Dear Don and family,
We are so sorry to hear of Doris' passing. Remembering all the fun times that you both shared with my parents and their high school reunions. Sending our love, prayers and sympathy at this sad time. Love, Karen and family.

Richard & Brenda Holton

October 22, 2021

So sorry to learn of Doris' passing. May she RIP.

Wanda Pero

October 19, 2021

So very sorry to hear of Doris´s passing. She & Don were great friends of my family & I babysat for Chris on bowling nights for years. Have often thought of them all.

Showing 1 - 3 of 3 results

Make a Donation
in Doris Fisher's name

Memorial Events
for Doris Fisher

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

Shea Family Funeral Homes - Bennington

213 West Main St., Bennington, VT 05201

How to support Doris's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Doris Fisher's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more