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for Richard Fischer
November 5, 2012
I had the great privilege of meeting Fish when he was going to school in Seattle, Washington at Seattle Central Community College. We became great friends and we chatted every couple of weeks after he moved back to Erie. He was a mentor to me in my career and in life. It is a very deep shock to learn of My Rainbow Brothers passing. The world has lost a wonderful man. I Love You Fish, and I miss you greatly. My Deepest Condolences to his Family
John Kleiner
June 25, 2012
My condolences on your loss.
May God give you Peace at this time.
At Route 66 Cruise In restaurant. In Arizona? Not sure if it's there or New Mexico?
Krista Smith
June 23, 2012
Mre of gorgeous Arizona ! CAnnot get enough of the l Gorgeous Arizona!
Krista Smith
June 23, 2012
Madrid.
Krista Smith
June 23, 2012
Beautiful Arizona. A trip i will never forget.
Krista Smith
June 23, 2012
This pic. at Madrid. Where the movie Wild Hogs was filmed.
Krista Smith
June 23, 2012
This picture was taken at Carlsbad Caverns. Fish being a goof ball.
Krista Smith
June 23, 2012
Jeff Hoopsick
June 19, 2012
Fish will be dearly missed. I rember when i first met him at the boys club 16 yrs ago he was a great man
Jerry Infantino
June 18, 2012
Eric,Amy and Jimmy
Your Dad and I have known each other for over 4 decades with our love of athletics serving as the magnet that initially drew us together.Rick was an outstanding athlete but really excelled in making every teammate better...the quintessential motivator and cheerleader,he was a team player who you could always depend on to come through in the "clutch". Little did I know then that those "clutch performances" on the athletic field were merely the beginning of a lifetime of clutch performances by your Dad on my behalf throughout my life. As with our relationship,it all began on a diamond where Rick instantly became my PROTECTOR...I was always the little dog constantly chirping at the bigger dogs and your Dad would consistently bail my hot Italian temper out of trouble. One specific incident I will always remember...I was chest to chest with the opposition when Rick intervened on my behalf. The opposing player retaliated by calling your Dad FAT BOY...Rick calmly turned,got in his face and said "Dude, you either better be BAD or be my friend and you ain't neither so shut the bleep up or I will kick your bleeping bleep.Your Dad continued to protect me season after season and year after year,only this time it was with something way more important than a game,it was LIFE...He continued to do what he did best, motivate and protect...I will NEVER forget, nor be able to repay what he did for me and my wife Sally during her 5 year battle with cancer...the cards received,the phone calls made,the unexpected gifts sent,the personal visits and yes the PRAYERS offered regardless of where he was in the "world" or what he was "up to".He ALWAYS found time to check in on us, making sure we were OK by motivating and assuring us we can "get through this"...always leaving us with a smile on our face and a renewed spirit of optimism.Permit me to finish by saying I FIRMLY believe the world and the people in it, use a couple specific phrases waaay too routinely...Contrary to popular habit,I make a conscious decision every day to NOT throw them about nearly as easily, rather BOTH must be EARNED before you will hear them uttered by me. Having said that, permit me to offer my final farewell and tribute to your Dad:
"Fish, I LOVE YOU... MY GOOD FRIEND!" I will miss you every day for the rest of my life and I am sure you will keep caring for Sally,and protecting me from afar till we all meet again.
little bear
June 18, 2012
r.i.p. brother fish,i didn't know you well but well enough.will always remember the laughs,which were many.i know you would britten gina's day when you would stop in the store.
Grand Canyon last summer. Awesome time!
Krista Smith
June 16, 2012
I will never forget you Fish. i adored, loved, and cherished you. You became my best friend, my strength. When i felt i could not take anymore trials in life, you told me everything will be okay and work out. You were right . Anytime you told me you would do something n make it happen, you did. You were good to my kids. I know in my heart, they will miss ya greatly also. I love you daddyo. I promise, i will pull up my bootstraps, and keep on keeping on. You would be proud of your boys, Jessica, your grand-son Riley, anybody who is being supportive. That truly means it! There is so much more i can say, to much to even dictate into words themselves. God. Give us strength, let us remember the great times any of us had the priviledge to get to know , love, and just appreciate the simple tings life has to offer. Most of all, love. I miss you soo much Fish. Love, Krista ' Rock' Smith. Lake City, P.A.
Steph
June 15, 2012
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
Kathy Sue Smith
June 15, 2012
RIP dear Fish. You will be sadly and greatly missed. I am blessed to have had the pleasure to meet you...
Gary Rogers
June 15, 2012
I just wanted to let Rick's family know that he will always bring fond memories of our good times together. Rick and I went to college together and were roommates at Penn State for one semester. We did a lot of crazy stuff back in those days and I will never forget those experiences. Cathy and Gary, you probably don't remember me, but Rick and I hitchhiked to Brooklyn back in 73 and you two showed us a great time and packed in a lot of activity for a three day weekend. I wish all of Rick's family my deepest sympathy.
June 14, 2012
Sorry for the passing of your father. Been a long time. Laurie Karkoski(Dulaney) Jamestown,NY
Joe Borawski (Jr.)
June 14, 2012
Dear Eric (Fish)and Judy and family- I was sorry to hear of your Dad's passing- he will be in my thoughts and prayers
Debbie Goodwin
June 14, 2012
Eric, Amy & Jimmy,
So sorry to hear about your dad. I know how much all of you just adore him and loved having him in your lives. I last saw him at St. Vincent when he had his open heart surgery and I stepped in his room where I work ~ couldn't believe all of the spirit he had in his eyes! He hadn't changed since I saw him 20 years ago! It was so nice to see him ~ He is truly a man full of energy and he always loved his family more than life itself! He told me how proud he was of all of you. My sympathies go out to you Eric because I know that you would give anything to have him here with you. I think about you and your family often and I pray that you have the strength to get through this. I will keep all of you in my prayers and close to my heart.
With love and peace,
Deb (Sekula)
Bill Dougherty
June 14, 2012
A lot of memories a long time ago..
Rest in Peace Rick..
Eric Fischer
June 14, 2012
He was the coolest uncle a nephew could have . All ways something was happening around my uncle Rick especially at a Cards game , He attended every world series they ever played in I'will always think of him with a smile , Fly On Uncle Fish .....
Johnny Ellis
June 14, 2012
Sorry for loss Eric and Amy. Big Fish was a great man.
June 14, 2012
Dear Jessica, Riley, Jim and the rest of Ricks family. So sorry to hear of his passing. I knew Rick way back when we were kids and it was nice to see him again through Jessica and Riley after all those years. May your wonderful memories of him get you through this very hard time.
Pat Buckner
Amy Piccola
June 14, 2012
Jimmy, Amy and Eric, I am so sorry for your loss of your beloved dad. He is up there in a better place with my dad and I am sure they are swapping some great stories! Love and Prayers.
Jessica & Riley
June 14, 2012
Rick may not have been my blood relative but he was my family...thank you for stickin with me. You were the coolest grandpa a kid could ask for...I will hold dear all of the fun times we have had, and try to fill the deep hole in Riley's heart with all of our great memories.
Ryan Munson
June 13, 2012
What a man! I will miss all of the stories he had. he always told me he had one *** whooping left in his tank, and if I wanted it, he would give it to me. One of the strongest people mentally and physically I ever knew! Hang in there "little Fish". If you need anything you know where to find me! Love ya brother!!!
Mary Lombardi
June 13, 2012
May you have many more shopping cart rides.
RIP in peace Rick. WE had a lot of fun, some good & some bad but we always came out ahead.
Jim Fischer
June 13, 2012
I couldn't have asked for a better Father and Grandfather for my son Riley, I know your in Baseball Heaven watching the Cards right now, I love you Pops!
Norman Kehoe
June 13, 2012
Fish taught me how to laugh and truly appreciate the loved ones in your life. He gave me my zest for music and travel. I wish to send my condolences to my cousins, and know I truly feel your loss; my heart broke the day your father passed. Best friends simply cannot be replaced just know I send my love and will hold dear my memories of Fish and Kin. Fish vacationed here in november and we had a blast as usual. My time with Fish was allways priceless.Love you guys!!!! Your cousin Norm
Debbie Mizikowski
June 13, 2012
I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you. He will live in your heart forever.
Steven Cole
June 13, 2012
Words alone can NOT express what a great man Fish was. He was truely one of a kind and always lived life to the fullest - I have many fond memories of times spent together with him - and am truely blessed to call him my friend. He always thought of others first and would go out of his way to help. My thoughts and prayers go out to Eric, Amy and Jimmy.
Thom Bennett
June 13, 2012
Rick, Just took a journey to the past. Ride forever my friend!
Jimmy K
June 13, 2012
I am sorry to hear about your Dad Eric,I thought he was a great guy and always had time to stop and talk when I saw him out.If you need anything while you are in town or afterwards I am only a phone call away.(899-1723)I will see you soon Brother,I only wish that it was for a better reason then why you had to come to town this time.
The Gibbs Family
June 13, 2012
You have our deepest sympathy. We never met him, but we know how much Riley loves him, so he must have been a wonderful man.
Linda Kowalczyk
June 13, 2012
Fish truly was one of a kind. He always had great (and funny!) stories about his travels, his employment at the Barber Center and the Boys Club and his flag football team. I smile when I think of some of those true stories; as well as our mutual love of the blues and B.B.King. Fish didnt just exist...he lived life...sometimes vibrant and over the top, but that was who he was. Also he was, to me, the King of the practical jokers. After a surgery years ago, he had every free offer he saw on T.V. sent to my house. It went on for months. All I could do was laugh. I still get some strange mail that I KNOW he had something to do with. Keep 'em coming Fish!
Rest in Peace Buddy.
Love,
Wendy Nesselhauf/Smith
June 13, 2012
My deepest sympathy to Fischer Family & Friends...
Fish, Thank you for being a true friend..I just say you a few wks ago at Erie County Farms and talked how happy we were in life & you were going to stop at the Valley Inn to have wings..And the times you would stop & see me when I lived on 26TH St. to visit & talk about the old days..I will never forget when you played flag football & had that party and gave Destiny & I the biggest fan pin. Oh, Can't forget about the Millie days.. You were a GREAT man, father and true friend. Thank you <3 Fish <3 R.I.P my old and true friend. Your a guardian angel now. Watch over my grandson Jasper..Til we all meet again....
DAWN NICKS
June 13, 2012
TO ALL OF THE FISCHER FAMILY,OUR PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU! PAPA FISH WAS A GREAT MAN WHO WAS ALWAYS THERE FOR ME GROWING UP! THE MEMORIES WILL ALWAYS LIVE ON FROM THE GREAT AND NOT SO GREAT TIMES WE SHARED! IM SO GLAD TO HAVE HAD THE OPPORTUNITY TO KNOW HIM AND TO BE ABLE TO BE A PART OF HIS LIFE! R.I.P. PAPA FISH!
~ DAWN NICKS AND CHILDREN
Billie Ann Fulton
June 13, 2012
So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to his children and family members.
Tammy Price and family
June 13, 2012
Our deepest sympathies to your family. Fish was one of the best and will be sorely missed by all that knew him. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Jenn Bauer - Pinzok
June 13, 2012
To the Fischer Family ( Jim & Caty)
I was saddened to hear of Fish's passing. I know that he is having one heck of a party reuniting with my Dad. Please know there are going to be some rough moments ahead of you-but just remember- he will always be there walking right beside you. He will forever be your guardian angel! We are pretty lucky to have such special ones to watch over us! If you need anything- please dont hesitate to call.
Jenn Bauer-Pinzok
Susan Kowalczyk
June 13, 2012
Our deepest condolences to Fish's family and friends, of which he had many. He was my brother-in-law for years so he is family to me, too. He was always fun to be with & had a heart of gold. We'll miss you, Brother. RIP, FISH.
Love, Susie Kowalczyk & Mike Conner
Missie Brewer
June 13, 2012
So sorry to hear of this, were sending our deepest sympathy and prayers to his entire family...Fish was a great guy and so fun to be around. I'm so glad we ran into him a few yrs ago because that's the first time we've seen him since back in the "Milli's Tavern" days. was a pleasure seeing him again, he will be missed..Bruce and Missie (Graham) Brewer
June 13, 2012
With deepest sympathy on the loss of your loved one.
Dan & Mary Lombardi
St. Perersburg, FL.
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