Carol Fisher Obituary
Born on April 22, 1933 in Jackson, Mich., she graduated from Upper Arlington High School in 1951. After graduation, she earned her undergraduate degree at The Ohio State University, her Master's degree in Education at Bowling Green State University in 1960, and her Ph.D. in Education in 1972 at The Ohio State University. She taught for 24 years in the School of Teacher Education at The University of Georgia and was the Department Chair of the Department of Language Education when she retired in 1996.
She was a strong advocate of higher education, teaching upper division undergraduate courses and split-level graduate/undergraduate courses. She had professional publications including a lengthy chapter about language arts and reading for the revision of the Handbook on Research of Teacher Education. Carol was passionate about continuing education and was active in and supported Learning in Retirement after her retirement from UGA.
Her memorial service will be held on February 27, 2010 at 11 a.m. at the chapel of the Lord and Stephens Funeral Home (East Side, 4355 Lexington Road), Athens, Ga.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to: 1) the Univ. Of GA Foundation Carol J. Fisher Scholarship in Language Education #40-S4320; 2) ARCH Foundation College of Education Support Fund #A881080 at the Univ. of GA; or 3) the charity of your choice.
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Brenda Manning
February 15, 2010
Carol was an outstanding role model and strong inspiration, especially for other female professors. She was always willing to listen and to share her wisdom unselfishly. Her life stood for others, and she will be missed in my heart, as well as my mind.
Dan Kirby
February 11, 2010
I am deeply saddened by the news of Carol's passing. She was an incredible colleague, and an even better friend. Her nonjudgmental support saw me through some very dark times. I will miss her optimistic and hopeful take on any situation. Rest in peace, dear friend.
Freya Johnson Zipperer
February 10, 2010
Carol befriended and nurtured many students over the years. As a graduate student new in town I appreciated her many kindnesses and interest in my scholarship. Her place on this earth will be hard to fill.
Freya Johnson Zipperer
Becky Hendren
February 9, 2010
Carol Marol -- my friend and colleague. A great teacher, supervisor, department chair, friend. Thank you for hiring me back in 1991 to work in LLE. Thank you for wonderful memories working together and calling on me to help look after your kitty children when needed. I missed you when you retired and I miss you now. I was blessed to know you. Heaven just received another angel.
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Jacquee Rosumny
February 9, 2010
The beauty of a life well loved lives on and on. In the still moments, may we remember the love and the happy times...and find comfort in these memories. For words can not express all the heart longs to say. Be blessed.
Nic Natarella
February 9, 2010
The countless hours at the swimming pool...summer vacations...dinners at Hunan...drawing dogwood blooms for the program cover...always siamese cats...all things Carol. I told my daughter last night, "I wish your childhood had Aunt Carol in it like mine did." You have been a blessing, and will be deeply missed.
Carolyn Gabb
February 8, 2010
There are no words for my sadness with this loss. Carol was surely my mentor, but most of all a compassionate and caring friend. She lived a full and rich life as a single woman, which continues to be an important model for me. Without her guidance and direction, I would never have been able to complete my doctorate at UGA ... returning at 40 was quite a challenge. My deepest love to her family and friends, and all in the Language Ed Department who I know will miss her as much as I. Carolyn Gabb
DeAnna Dee
February 8, 2010
I'll never forget you treated the secretaries in your department to a ladies luncheon when I was working there many years ago and you were the most gracious hostess ever. Thank you for making me feel so welcome in your home and in your department. Peaceful vibes to the best boss ever.
Dianne Fields
February 8, 2010
Carol was one of the most wonderful and sweet persons I have had the pleasure to know and work for. She will forever be in my heart.
Michael Natarella
February 8, 2010
You are loved and missed Aunt Carol. You were my inspiration for moving and teaching overseas and that will be remembered forever. You loved our family like your own, my brother and I are better people for spending years knowing you.
Peggy Natarella Deitrich
February 8, 2010
Life without my dear friend,Carol will not be the same. She was the sister I did not have and we shared so many wonderful things during the past 38 years. Thank you Carol for being a part of my family all these years.
Peggy Natarella Deitrich
Lord & Stephens Funeral Homes East Chapel
February 8, 2010
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