David Warren Fischer

In Loving Memory of

Dave Fischer

Dave Fischer was born on May 16th, 1951 in Springfield, Missouri. Throughout his life, Dave resided in various places; with Bellaire, Michigan being his home in his final years.

Throughout his life, Dave built a career as a farmer until moving to Brighton where he began working at the Kensington Metro Parks where he ultimately retired.

Known for his humble nature, he possessed a remarkable talent for woodwork and maintaining cars and machinery. There wasn't a project Dave couldn't handle. Whether it was completely renovating a house built in 1905, making a picture frame from birdseye maple or roofing a barn, he was always patient and persistent. He was a skilled carpenter, mechanic, engineer and forester. With a wonderful sense of humor, he was clever and full of knowledge gained through his travels and life experiences. He didn't often give unsolicited feedback, but if someone asked for his advice, he told it like it was.

A fisherman, dart player, lover of music, and drinker of Strohs, Dave found joy in the simple pleasures of life; often surrounded by his dear friends and family, whose company he treasured dearly. People were always drawn to Dave's wisdom and calm demeanor.

Above all, his love for his wife, Melissa, was unwavering throughout nearly 50 years of marriage. From kayaking to gardening and everything in between, the home they cultivated in Bellaire provided the happiest years of their lives.

He will be remembered for all the heart he shared with his family and friends and for his overall love for life. Even in his time of illness, he carried himself with dignity, strength, composure and simplicity. Though his presence will be missed, his legacy will live on in the hearts of those who were fortunate enough to know him.

His memory lives on through his wife Melissa, his two sons Aaron and Nathan, his two daughters Niki and Wendy, his three grandchildren Frazier, Max, and Alice and his remaining siblings Judy, Connie, and Tom.