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Kenneth Fischler Obituary
August 3, 1930 - December 22, 2015
Morehead City
Kenneth Joseph Fischler, Sr., 85, of Morehead City, died Tuesday, December 22, 2015, at Crystal Coast Hospice House, Newport.
A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, December 28, at First United Methodist Church, Morehead City, with the Rev. E. Powell Osteen, Jr., officiating.
Mr. Fischler was born August 3, 1930 in Brooklyn, NY, to Benjamin Louis and Lily Bonis Fischler. He graduated from Cornell University, served two years in the Navy, and then worked as a biometrician for the U.S. Fisheries Department. He married Jerry Nelson of Morehead City in 1956 and they had four children: Ken Jr. (1957), Karen (1959), Dorothy (1965), and Daniel (1968). In 1969, Mr. Fischler began a career in financial advising, establishing countless relationships until his retirement from Wachovia Securities in 2005. Known to his grandchildren and their friends as "PopPop", Mr. Fischler's biggest joy in life was supporting them in their many activities; he was a constant presence on the sidelines across North Carolina. His family is grateful to God for his legacy of love and integrity.
He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Jerry Nelson Fischler; son Kenneth Joseph Fischler, Jr. and wife, Laura of Raleigh; daughter Karen Fischler Rudolph and husband, Sanford, of Winston Salem; daughter Dorothy Fischler Carr and husband, David, of Morehead City; son Daniel Glen Fischler and wife, Jeannie, of Morehead City; sister, Dorothy Fischler of Titusville, FL; grandchildren, Jordan Rudolph, Courtney Rudolph, Emily Carr, Jackson Fischler, Caroline Rudolph, Jared Carr, Hannah Fischler, and Daniel Fischler, Jr.
In addition to his parents, his sister, Arline Fischler Peterson, and brother, Jerry Fischler, preceded him in death.
The family will receive friends at Brooks Funeral Home on Sunday, December 27, from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Carteret Literacy Council, 4907 Bridges Street Ext., Suite D – F, Morehead City, NC 28557 or First United Methodist Church, 900 Arendell Street, Morehead City, NC 28557.
Arrangements are by Brooks Funeral Home and Crematory Inc. of Morehead City.
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Memories and Condolences
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Stacey and Cindy Anfindsen
January 4, 2016
Ken, Laura and Jackson,
Many condolences. Your father sounded like a wonderful man, full of integrity and love. May God Bless you and comfort you as you cherish fond memories of him.
Bob and Sandra Garrison
January 1, 2016
Bob and I are so sorry to hear of your loss. The wonderful man and the good memories will bring comfort and peace. God bless. Bob and Sandra Garrison
Valerie Dowty Ballard
December 30, 2015
So sorry for your loss. Know you all are in my thoughts and prayers. Mr. Ken was a wonderful man and will be missed by many.
Melanie Edwards-Ott
December 30, 2015
So sorry to hear of the loss of your husband , and of Karen your dad . God speed
Jeanne Huntley
December 29, 2015
Ken was one of my favorites. He was always smiling, always caring, always a wise advisor but most of all, always a Tarheel! May each member of his family find joy and comfort in the full life he led. This earth is better because he walked among us.
December 28, 2015
Ken will be sorely missed. He was such a strong advocate for family and friends, especially for young people.
Liz and Gordy Patrick
Donnie Brock
December 27, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Fischler family. We had some good ole times in the neighborhood...Ken was a good soul...he always had time for BJ too when we would come and visit "Janie". Mitchell Village want be the same without him.
Kemp Bonner
December 27, 2015
Prayers are with Kenneth Jr., Karen and the rest of the family at this difficult time.
Bob Guthrie
December 27, 2015
I was saddened at the news that Ken had died. I will keep your family in my prayers. I will unfortunately be in Rocky Mount from Sunday afternoon to Wednesday afternoon. I will be making a gift to the Back Pack Blessing ministry in Ken's memory.
Donna Turner
December 25, 2015
Ken was a good neighbor and friend not just to me but to my grand children also and my dog Bella. Ken would always tell Jeri, Bella was across the street waiting for her.
Ken will be missed not just by my family but so many more.
Ken and the Fischler family you are loved.
Peggy Scarboro
December 24, 2015
Sorry for your loss. He will be missed by many.
Leslie Davis
December 24, 2015
Ken was a wonderful friend to my late father, Harry Davis, when they worked together at the lab on Pivers Island. Always friendly whenever he passed you on the sidewalk, always a smile....RIP Ken. You will be missed.
December 24, 2015
Bet he and Vaughan Y. are "talkin' it over".
Ken and Cheryl Harris
December 24, 2015
Dorothy and Family, I was so sorry to hear about your loss. Please know that you guys are always in my prayers.
Latera
Karen Lasko
December 23, 2015
Ken joined the Carteret Literacy Council as a volunteer tutor in October of 1986.
As a dedicated volunteer, he tutored numerous basic literacy and English as a Second Language adult students and children over his twenty-nine years.
He received his senior tutor certificate in October of 1987 for 40 hours of volunteer
tutoring, in February of 1994 his advanced tutor certificate for 150 hours of volunteer tutoring, and in February of 1998 his master certificate for 300 hours of volunteer tutoring.
He was dedicated to his students and ended up tutoring for over 500 volunteer hours.
Ken changed so many people's lives in ways we may never know about. I have a feeling you will be teaching in heaven.
Our deepest sympathy to your family.
Karen Lasko
Carteret Literacy Council
Jane Treon
December 23, 2015
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Craig Bradley
December 23, 2015
We are so sorry for your loss. Praying for God's comfort for you during this time. We extend our love to you, Kenny, Karen, Daniel and their families. God bless you with His presence. 2 Cor.1:3 "the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our affliction". In Him, Craig and Patty Bradley
Liz Byrd
December 23, 2015
Mrs Jerri, Karen and all the Fischler's please know I send much love and prayers to all of you in the loss of your husband and dad. I always enjoyed seeing your dad and talking Carolina sports! Love, Liz Perry Byrd
Beth & Jerry Morris
December 23, 2015
Keeping the Fischler Family in our thoughts and prayers.
Joann Kelleher
December 23, 2015
Dorothy, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Your Dad will always watch over you and keep you safe. I am sure you have many happy memories of your Dad.
Tabitha Codrington
December 23, 2015
Dorothy (and Family), I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Please know that we are praying.
-Tabitha and Louis Codrington
Barbara Lewis Melton
December 23, 2015
Mr. Ken was a special man who made a huge impact in the lives of those he touched. Heaven has received one special angel. My thoughts, prayers, and love are with you all during this heartbreaking time. There will be an empty chair at the holiday table this year, but it will be filled with loving memories. May you find comfort in family and friends, and keep all the wonderful memories of him close to your heart as you go forward with the days ahead. Love to you all.
Judy Moran
December 22, 2015
My heart is broken for all of you! I will always have great memories of Mr.Ken. May God wrap you in his loving arms. Jerry please know I am praying for all of you.
Kyndal Downum
December 22, 2015
So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all.
Connie Fulcher
December 22, 2015
Prayers
Dyana Fulcher Willis
December 22, 2015
Love & Prayers Dyana Fulcher Willis & family
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