Michael D. Fish

Fish, Michael D., 40, of Tamarac, Florida, died on May 15, 2011. Michael is survived by his wife, Kathleen, their children Jared and Hannah, and a third child, Andrew Danielson of Greenhurst, N.Y. Michael is also survived by his parents, Cybthia A. and Douglas H. Fish, his brother, Matthew D. Fish, sister, Julie Renee Zanghi of Jamestown, N.Y., as well as aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and many friends. Michael was a veteran of the US Navy, serving during the Gulf War aboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt. After leaving the Navy and working many years in the civilian nuclear industry, Michael discovered his true calling; to help people see. Michael was a third year student in the Doctor of Optometry program at NOVA Southeastern University, Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Active in YMCA, USA, NCAA, and FHSAA swim officiating, Michael dedicated most of his spare time to helping keep the sport of swimming safe, fair and fun for swimmers of all ages. After moving to Florida Michael also became an avid cyclist. Michael was a dedicated father, loving husband, beloved brother, devoted son, attentive uncle, loyal friend and believer in Christ. He will be greatly missed by all whose lives he touched. Guiding Light Cremations of Hollywood, Florida (Guidinglightcremations.com) is handling all arrangements. Michael's family is holding a Memorial Service at the International Swimming Hall of Fame, in the Banquet Hall at 501 Seabreeze Boulevard in Fort Lauderdale, Fl on Saturday, May 21, 2011, at 11 a.m. A secondary Memorial Service has been scheduled in Michael's hometown of Bemus Point, New York. In Lieu of flowers please consider donating to the Florida Bicycle Association or The Michael Fish Family Fund, 6096 Pine Tree Lane, #A, Tamarac, Florida 33319.