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Ada Fisher Obituary
October 21, 1947 - October 7, 2022
Salisbury/Durham, North Carolina - In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer donations be made to any one of the following: Ferguson Merit Scholarship at UNCG; Ada Virginia Foster Fisher endowed scholarship at Virginia Union University; Miles Mark Fisher endowed scholarship at Morehouse College; Ada Virginia Foster Fisher and Miles Mark Fisher endowed scholarship at North Carolina Central University; or Shaw University general scholarship fund.
The K'Vod HaMet service for Dr. Fisher will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, October 21, 2022 at White Rock Baptist Church, 3400 Fayetteville Street, Durham, NC 27707.
Dr. Ada Markita Fisher unexpectedly died on October 7, 2022. She was born October 21, 1947, in Durham, NC as the sixth child of Rev. Dr. Miles Mark Fisher and Mrs. Ada Virginia Foster Fisher. She was the embodiment of a renaissance woman who used her many talents to help others follow the path she trailblazed. Her dreams were to become the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services secretary and ride on the space shuttle.
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Thaddeus Daniels
October 2, 2023
Dr. Fisher inspiring voice still echoes through the conscience of human debate of democracy chosing civil liberty over power...
David Hike, M.D.
October 20, 2022
I had several in-depth conversations with Dr. Fisher over the past several years (including last year). Her observations about a variety of topics were always persuasive, thoughtful, and informative. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Marie Shaw Simmons
October 18, 2022
My deepest wand sincere condolences to the Fisher family. May sweet memories sustain you during this difficult time. Rest in Power, Kita.
Ervin Johnson
October 13, 2022
Growing up in Salisbury there were so many that took interest in my success. I had a tribe that ensured that this black boy had all the tools I needed to become whatever I wanted. Dr. Ada Fisher was one of those people. She along with my uncle Robert Smyre, former guidance counselor at North Rowan single-handedly changed the trajectory of my future by offering every pathway to success. Starting in high school they identified leadership programs, internships, and scholarships that would nurture and support my skills as an emerging leader.
As a young kid interested in politics, Dr. Fisher`s influence and voice was something to be admired. Although she identified as a Republican and she knew my family as democrats, she took interest in me and simply wanted me to gain the skills because to her Black people needed to know the political process and to be engaged in their communities. She was right.
When I began my search for college she wrote her most powerful friends asking them to give Ervin Johnson a chance. She demanded they give me money to attend college and entry to the colleges of my choice. Her voice yielded me acceptance in top universities with full scholarships.
When I told her I wanted to move to DC and try an internship in Capitol Hill. She moved mountains and it happened. She understood that black men and women deserved the same acesss and opportunity and ensured those under wings had it.
She did countless other things for my life but most of all she saw my potential and made it possible for me to be the man I am today.
All she wanted in return was for me to become succes, give back to my community, and ensure other brothes and sisters had the opportunity. I hope i´ve made you proud.
Rest in Power Dr. Fisher
Thaddeus Daniels
October 11, 2022
True meaning of always right...
Edna B Goins
October 11, 2022
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Maggie Sandrock
October 10, 2022
Dr. Fisher was a woman of strength and character. Her activism and hard word for conservative ideals was inspiring. My deepest condolences go to all who loved her.
Richard Cleary
October 10, 2022
Inspirational woman of courage, RIP
Lenny McAllister
October 10, 2022
Our family expresses our prayers and condolences to the family of Dr. Fisher. Her unexpected departure is certainly a shock.
I always appreciated her activism and candor. Her willingness to engage people and issues was noteworthy and will not be forgotten.
Clarence Henderson
October 10, 2022
I am so sorry to hear about the death of Doctor Ada Fisher. She was a personal friend. My condolences
Clarence Henderson
President of The Frederick Douglass Foundation of North Carolina
Pat Brunson & Family
October 9, 2022
My sincere condolences to Chris and his family. May God surround you with His warmth and love.
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