John West Fischbach

John Fischbach Obituary

Name: Celebration of Life for John West Fischbach
Start: 2022-11-13T21:00:00.000Z
End: 2022-11-13T23:00:00.000Z
Location: Santa Cruz Yacht Club

JOHN WEST FISCHBACH John West Fischbach was an entrepreneur, golfer, loving father and Chico resident for 43 years. John died on September 7 after a courageous fight with late stage pancreatic cancer, at home where he wanted to be. John is survived by his sons James Fischbach and Jordan Fischbach; sister Susan Altmann (Joseph); his grandchildren Kelsey Fischbach, Jacob Fischbach and Briley Fischbach; his nephew Ryan Clifford (Zsanette) and niece Shauna Nanez; grandnephew William Clifford, and grandnieces Alison and Mia Nanez. John was a loving father and devoted son. He spent over 10 years caring for his elderly parents. He was an extremely intelligent man who studied a wide variety of subjects, including automotive theory and design. His hero was Evel Knievel, whom he imitated frequently on dirt bikes, big wave surfing and skiing. His nicknames were "Flash" and "Uncle Buck". He spent the better part of his life studying and teaching God's word. He was a member of the church Shepard's Chapel lead by Pastor Arnold Murray. He studied gods word chapter by chapter, verse by verse. His favorite verse was st John 3:16. " For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. Johns celebration of life will be held at the Santa Cruz Yacht Club 244 4th Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062 on Nov. 13th from 1:00 -3:00 pm.

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Published by Chico Enterprise-Record on Oct. 2, 2022.

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Sylvia

September 26, 2024

Last last time I saw you Was at the CHICO rock show. And I went this weekend and saw one of those giant crystals you liked so of course you were in my head all day. God bless you John

Carol L Nielsen

November 15, 2022

I love you. My best buddy of all time. My lights were flickering yesterday and I know it's you ...I see the signs of an angel...that's from you

Judith Peracchi

October 15, 2022

The youngest of West first cousins, John will be remembered for his exceptional devotion to family & zest for life.
So sorry for your loss.
Prayers, Judy ( West) & Don Peracchi

Carol Nielsen

October 8, 2022

A ladybug landed on my shirt this morning... Im thinking about you today. I love you Uncle Buck. I think the ladybug was you sending me a message...

Carol

October 7, 2022

To my best friend in the whole wide world. You always had a smile. I never seen you mad. You were introduced to me from Dan Hillstad. When I was 23 year old. I nickname you UNCLE BUCK the second day were were friends. You had a blue Dotson truck. We were inseparable because we were friends. We went to Too Flight on the weekends. We had after hours party with all the bouncers from Too Flight in the back of your truck with a keg going down the street. We got pulled over for servicing beer to anyone. The cops were cool and told us to go home.
I helped you when we had to go to your parents house in Santa Cruz. You showed me all the bars .. we went to them all. I helped with your building if your house on Wilder Drive in Chico. Your dad was there and your mom also. You helped me when I was pregnant with my daughter Lea. You would cook for me every day. And I gave her up for adoption. You helped me through that. We would go to all the concerts. And out to Scotty's to see Greg Kinn.
We were always out at the washout. You taught me to play golf. We spent lots of time out on Pitch and Putt. And Bidwell golf course. When I had my son Sammy you taught him to golf in the back yard. Everyday you came over and we went to Kalico kitchen for breakfast..you always paid for us to eat . Days in days we were together. Life was much easier when you have a friend like you. My heart is broke. I will never forget that you taught me about King James in the bible. You were always calm and had a smile on your face. I will never forget you. I wish I could express how much you meant to me. I will never forget your love you had for everyone. Rest in peace my beautiful friend in heaven. Keep my son Sammy close to you up there. I love you. UNCLE BUCK

Sylvia

October 3, 2022

Tried to reach out just last month. RIP my friend.
Sylvia