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Wesley Fisk Obituary
November 11, 1941 - April 12, 2016
Wesley was born in Seattle, and spent almost his entire life in the Ballard Community. He graduated from Ballard High School and went on to earn a degree in violin performance at the UW, minoring in meteorology. Wesley was an absolute weather nut. He was concert master of the Seattle Youth Symphony for 6 years under his teacher Bill Sokol, then joined the Seattle Symphony, playing for 42 years. He served as a medic in Vietnam from 1967-1969, working with the Montagnards. Wesley is survived by his wife, Rhetta, his sons Haans (Chelle, grandchildren Kaatje and Gannett), Roger (Michelle, grandchildren Hannah, Samuel, Esther, Lily, and Grace), and Calvin.
A memorial service will be held April 29th, 11:00am at University Presbyterian Church.
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Pamela Roberts
September 30, 2022
Wes Fisk was larger than life. To say he had a strong personality is an understatement. Wes filled any room he entered with love and positive energy. He inspired everyone around him to seize the day and enjoy life to the fullest. Wes was a loyal friend and could be counted on during the most difficult times. Wes' love for his wife, Rhetta, and son, Calvin, was boundless. HIs sense of humor was hilarious and kept everyone in stitches. I've been thinking about him recently as I paint the outside of my house because Wes and I painted the first house I owned - he did the high parts and I did the lower sections because I have a fear of heights - haha! Wes was a generous soul, a steady friend and a trusted advisor. He was godfather to our children and would have been their guardian if anything happened to us. That is how much we valued his friendship. Our lives will always have been richer because of Wes' friendship. We miss him and value all the wonderful memories. It was so sad when he passed, especially thinking about Rhetta and Calvin carrying on without Wes. But they have done just what Wes would have wanted, which is to live life to the fullest. Much love to the entire Fisk family and condolences for such a great loss with Wes' passing.
Rh
September 30, 2022
Dearest Sophie - what a touching honor. I'll get in touch with your folks! Rh
Sophie Gilbert
April 18, 2022
Rhetta,
I´m unsure if you still see messages left here but in honor of Wes and the many smiles he brought to my face as a kid as my godfather, I named my son Myles Wesley Nyquist on 12/15/21. :) I´d love to reconnect sometime so you can meet him. Sending so much love to you and your family today, Wes was the best and we miss him dearly!
Joel Menold
April 21, 2017
To the Fisk family, I was saddened to hear of Wesley's passing, I knew him from many years ago playing in the Seattle Philharmonic Orchestra. I was an Oboe player at that time and a Ballard High alum also. Over time, a lot of good musicians have come from Ballard High and Wesley was certainly was one of them. He will be sadly missed. My prayers go with your family....Respectfully, Joel Menold Springdale, Arkansas
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September 23, 2016
Dear Rhetta and Calvin,
Your dear husband and dear father was a terrific person! I will always remember his enthusiasm for life, his hearty laugh, and his wonderful smile!
He will live on forever in our hearts!
With sympathy,
Annabel
Dorothy Tunks Bolton
August 8, 2016
Rhetta,
I waited too late to search for Wesley and it breaks my heart to have found this news. Wes was a good friend to my brother, Dan. Spent many an hour in great laughter, as well as, enjoyment listening to Wes play in the symphony. I am so sad for you and your family's loss. As I am sure Wes had known, my brother has been missing for several years. Perhaps they are enjoying each others company again.
Heather Cooper
May 18, 2016
Rhetta, Calvin and family,
We were so sorry to learn of Wes's passing. Adria heard the sad news today. He was always a friendly presence at school and on field trips over the years. He was kind to share his time and talents with the Loyal Heights community.
We are thinking of you, and wishing you strength and comfort.
-Heather, Jim, Brandon and Adria Cooper
May 1, 2016
They broke the mold after Wes came along, the dude was a one of a kind. Much love to Rhetta and the boys.
Pat O'Neil
Lloyd and Pam Knight
April 30, 2016
Dear Fisk Family,
So sorry to hear about the loss of Wesley. Our prayers go out to you and your family Rhetta. Will always remember when Wesley played the violin at my wedding on Aug. 29th 1987. God bless you all.
Sincerely,
Lloyd and Pam Knight
(Tiger)
Sophie Gilbert
April 29, 2016
Dear Fisk family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Wes meant so much to me when I was a kid and I have nothing but amazing memories of him that will last a lifetime. I am so proud to have known him and had him as a god father. Rest in paradise Wes
Safeway Pharmacy
April 29, 2016
To the Fisk family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Wesley was such a great guy and he will be missed dearly. He brought such joy to our days when he would come in and tell us a joke or just make us smile. He had such a great spirit. We will never forget him.
Best wishes,
Jaimee, Michelle, Sheeva, and Ben
April 29, 2016
To the Fisk family,
We are sorry for your loss. Wesley was such a great guy and we will miss him dearly. He brought such joy to our days when he would come in and tell us a joke and just make us smile. We will never forget him.
Best wishes,
Jaimee, Michelle, Sheeva, and Ben (Safeway Pharmacy)
Judy Neil
April 29, 2016
I'm so sorry for your loss Fisk Family.
Jayne "Robin" Blackburn
April 29, 2016
Rhetta & Calvin, I'm so sorry to hear of Wesley's sudden death. My prayers and condolences go out to you both and the rest of your family.
April 28, 2016
Wesley, I will truly miss seeing you at UPC. I have fond memories of playing violin together in the University of Washington Symphony Orchestra under Dr. Stanley Chappel. Then I didn't see you for a long time. What a blessing you were welcoming me Sunday mornings at UPC, always with a smile. It was lovely to meet your wife Rhetta.
I am so glad you had a good many years to play violin in the Seattle Symphony.
Rhetta, I'm so sorry for your loss, and I pray the Holy Spirit comfort you deeply.
Carol Hopkins
D.Lisa West
April 28, 2016
I'm so sorry to hear of Wesley's passing. I missed you all when you moved off of 25th ave NW, just hearing him talk about the upcoming weather was so fun! May he be in peace in the next world.
Maria Gingerich
April 27, 2016
Thank you for posting the pictures Rhetta. They are wonderful. The smiles and the fun Wesley brought to his family are friends are amazing. We will miss him.
Cynthia Long
April 27, 2016
I knew Wesley for many years and one of the things we had in common was that we both played violin. He was a gentle, kind, friendly man and always had a smile and a hug for me. He will be missed. I'm so sorry for your loss.
April 26, 2016
So sorry to hear that such a delightful man has left us. May the Lord comfort his entire loving family and friends.
April 24, 2016
How sorry we are to lose another Ballard High School classmate. Peace and comfort to all of his family. Steve and Carol Wilson
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Peter and Jan Burnette
April 24, 2016
I'm very sorry to hear the news of Wesley's passing. He was a great friend of mine since the early sixties. I met him through his brother Jerry, who was also a great friend. I didn't realize he was a "weather nut", but I'm sure he was excellent at it. My wife and I saw and heard him play with the Symphony. Our condolences to his family.
Peter and Jan Burnette
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