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Daniel Fisher Obituary

Pvt. Daniel Patrick Fisher, 19, of Bassett, Va. died on Thursday, October 4, 2007 at Fort Sill in Oklahoma during a training exercise while in basic training. Daniel is remembered today as a devoted husband and son. He was a fun loving person who always tried to make folks smile. He loved all his family and friends, and planned to start a family with his wife, after completion of Basic Training. He enlisted in the Army to make a better life for himself, his wife, and family. Born in Norfolk on June 18, 1988, the son of Rhonda Bowman Walker of Bassett and Mark Joseph Fisher of Patrick Springs. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Henry Fisher. In addition to his mother and father, his is survived by his wife, Brittany Fisher of the home; his stepmother, Donna Fisher of Patrick Springs; one brother, William Shane Fisher of Bassett; two sisters, Bridgette Dawson of Bassett and Lindsey Fisher of Patrick Springs; grandparents, Donald Bowman, Sr. and Katherine Bowman of Bassett and Virginia Fisher of Martinsville; and mother-in-law, Michelle Brown of Bassett. Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 13, 2007 from 6 to 9 p.m. in the South Chapel of Bassett Funeral Service. Funeral services will be conducted on Sunday, October 14, 2007 at 2 p.m. in the South Chapel of Bassett Funeral Service with the Rev. Allan Follett and the Rev. Phillip Woods officiating. Burial will be private for family only with full military honors conducted by United States Army. The family wishes to thank everyone for all acts of kindness shown during this most difficult time. Online condolences can be made at www.bassettfuneralservice.com Bassett Funeral Service in Bassett is serving the Fisher family.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Oct. 7 to Oct. 12, 2007.

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Bryan Oran

October 23, 2007

I did not know Daniel, but graduated the cycle before him. it deeply saddens me to here that on of my "brother at arms" has moved on. He will be in many hearts and prayers across america, including mine, this holiday season. I wish your family the best of luck and all of my condolences.
god bless
Pv2 Oran

The Ulibarri Family

October 14, 2007

We didn’t know Daniel, but our son met Daniel in training and he told us of the tragic accident. Our Son wishes to express his condolences and our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God bless you.

Robert Anderson

October 12, 2007

Our condolences on your loss. God bless those who serve in our military.

Penny Atkinson

October 12, 2007

I did not know Daniel but he was in basic training with a dear friend of our son's. Josh Parrish knew him well and spoke highly of him. My thoughts and prayers are with your and your family

Libby Fowler

October 9, 2007

To the wife and family of Daniel Patrick Fisher: Please accept our heartfelt sympathy upon the loss of Daniel in such a tragic accident. My son also stationed at Ft. Sill called me Thursday night to let me know about the accident. He was very shaken by the news. Please know that you will be in my thoughts and prayers now and for the days to come. GOD BLESS DANIEL AND GOD BLESS AMERICA! Libby Fowler and son, Spc. Crockett Fowler Butler

Megan Arnett

October 9, 2007

My husband just graduated form basic training at Fort Sill. In the C.1/40th.He was told of the unspeakable accident that happened.He and some of the other Pvts would like to send their condolences and let you know that you are in their thoughts and prayers.PVT.ARNETT,PVT.ROSE,
PVT.GARDNER,PVT.CLOANINGER,PVT.CLEM,PVT.McMILLAN,PVT.DIMONTE

Dena Roberts

October 9, 2007

Our prayers of strength are with all the family and friends.

A Pvt and his mom

Rita Faison

October 9, 2007

My son is also in basic training at Fort Sill and told me of the tragic accident. My heart and prayers go out to you in this time of great loss. May your hearts be comforted by the precious memories you carry in your heart of your beloved son and husband.

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