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Phillip Fisher Obituary
LANCASTER: Phillip G. Fisher, 78, ended his long battle with multiple myeloma on Saturday, April 4, 2015 at the FairHope Hospice in Lancaster, Ohio. He was born on October 29, 1936 to the late John and Lela Fisher of Lancaster.
Phil never met a stranger. He was a very loving, fun, and caring husband, father, and friend to anyone who was fortunate enough to make his acquaintance. In his younger days, Phil was a member of the Air National Guard and was stationed in France. He retired from RCA and was an active member in the First United Methodist Church.
He married his wife, Sue, on May 29, 1963 and would have celebrated their 52nd anniversary this year.
Phil is survived by his wife, Sue Fisher; children, Cathie Fisher and John Fisher; brother, Robert (Irene) Fisher; nieces, Jeannine (Dave) Abshier and Jody (Kim) Chaney and family; brother-in-law, Robert Baker; nieces and nephews, Bruce (Carol) Baker and family, Mark (Robin) Baker and family, Scott (Renee) Baker and family, and Carolyn (Edward) Readman and family; brother-in-law, Kenneth Richard (Joan) Baker; nieces and nephews, Jeff (Lisa) Baker and family, Joni (Mark Dowdy) Baker, and Sheryl Baker; Sister-in-law, Judy (Steve) Sims; nephews, Todd (Tracy) Sims and family, and Jeff (Cheong-ah) Sims and family.
The Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, April 8 at 11 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church located at 163 E. Wheeling St. in Lancaster with Pastor Robert McDowell officiating. Caring Cremation® has taken place with the Frank E. Smith Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family would like donations to be given to the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation at 383 Main Ave. 5th Floor, Norwalk, CT 06851, the James Cancer Hospital at 300 W. 10th Ave, Columbus, Ohio 43201, and to FairHope Hospice at 282 Sells Rd, Lancaster, Ohio 43130.
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Memories and Condolences
for Phillip Fisher
young
April 11, 2015
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Susan & Jack Reilly
April 9, 2015
Phil was an awesome person, friend, husband and father. To know him brought so much joy. I will miss him from the bottom of my heart. Sue, Cathie and John, I know you have suffered a great loss, but the separation is temporary. Hold onto the wonderful memories and look forward to being together again some great and glorious day. Love you all so very much. You will be missed so very much. <3
April 9, 2015
Sue, So sorry for your loss. Phil was a shining light to all who spent time with him. Sorry we could not attend the service. Texas was to far to travel. David and Marcie Simiele, Georgetown, TX
Mark & Robin Baker
April 9, 2015
Sue & family , so very sorry to hear of Phil's passing. What a dear man, I always enjoyed seeing you both and the smile Phil always had on his face. Rest in peace kind Sir...
barbara olds
April 8, 2015
Sue, So sorry to hear about Phil's passing. I remember him fondly and always liked seeing both of you at church for many years. He will be missed by the Methodist congregation and your family. Please give Cathy my condolences.
April 8, 2015
May GOD comfort you all at Phill,s passing .He was a great guy and friend and mentor at Essex.1968-1984 He will be sadly missed.Dave Ream.
Jeff Bache
April 8, 2015
RIP PHIL, you were a favorite of many in the Thomson/RCA family. You will always be remembered best by your big bright smile.
Prayers to Sue and the Fisher family.
bill and charlie (fischer) Gutekunst
April 7, 2015
Sue, Phillip, was a good friend to my sister (Ann Fischer Kull) please accept our condolences.
John and Amy Eyman
April 7, 2015
So sorry for your loss. Phill was a great neighbor and we are very sad that he passed.
Raymond Phillips
April 7, 2015
It is with profound Sadness that I learn of Phil's passing. He was a great person and I enjoyed working with him at RCA-Thomson when I was an operator on B-2 Finishing. we shared many a laugh together and I enjoyed talking with him on many a subject. My sincere condolences to his Family and I am Sure host of friends, I was Fortunate to count my self as one....
Patty Kelly & Kevin
April 7, 2015
Cathie we're so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your Family.
Andy Ogilvie
April 7, 2015
So very sorry to learn of Phil's passing. I enjoyed our talks and he was a great neighbor.
Vickii Barbee
April 7, 2015
Cathie my prayers are with you and your family
April 7, 2015
Sue, sorry for your loss. He was a great friend and person. He will be greatly missed. Carl and Delores (Farmer) Bell
April 6, 2015
So sorry to hear of Phil's passing. I worked with him at RCA. What a kind and gentle soul. He will be missed and my prayers to all Phil's family.
Peter Wyman
April 6, 2015
So sorry to hear of Phil's passing. We were so appreciative of all the kindness you showed towards our Grandmother, Helen Ashbrook, next door, over the years, truly a fine Man, and Family. Our Prayers are with you.
Jamey Rich
April 6, 2015
Rip Phil. One of the nicest people I ever met. To his family sorry for your loss. You have my prayers. Glad to have known you Phil. See you in the sweet by and by.
Pearl Morehead
April 6, 2015
Dear Sue I will always remember the time Phil and I worked together at Hermans Mfg. in the 60es (so sorry to here that Phil has left us)
Mindi Rieder-Thore
April 6, 2015
Dear Sue and family,
I cannot tell you how very sad I am for your loss. Phil was the best! Always fun, helpful and very caring. He showed his love for his family very deeply and was a friend to all those that he met. My heart goes out to all of you. You will be in my prayers. Much love to you all!
Brenda Mowrey
April 6, 2015
Sue, I am so saddened to hear of Phil's passing and am truly sorry for your loss.
Lori Botchie
April 6, 2015
My deepest sympathies to Phil's family. Phil was such a caring and honest man, and a true pleasure to work with. May God be with you all during this most difficult time.
Jeff Shaw
April 6, 2015
My deepest condolences to Phil's family. Phil was one of my favorite supervisors at Thomson/RCA. So sorry to hear of his passing.
Nancy Leutheuser
April 6, 2015
I am sorry to learn of Phillip's death. I remember him as an "up-beat guy" who was a good friend of my sister, Carolyn McCoy. Please Accept my sincere sympathy. Nancy Fell Leutheuser
April 6, 2015
Dear Sue: You know how fond I was of Phillip - life won't be the same without our phone calls. My thoughts are with you and the children. Carolyn Fell McCoy and Lowell McCoy
April 6, 2015
My heart goes out to you Sue and your family. Max will have a friend in the Lords House. Ann Collins
Kevin and Bonny Calderwood
April 6, 2015
Sorry to hear about Phillips passing. He will be missed. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
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