1919
2016
John D Fisher, DOB 3-14-19, date of death 10-23-2016, age 97
Born in Larksville, Pa., he was one of eight children born to Mary Jane and Cornelius Fisher.
After completing high school, he was awarded his pilot's license and later was given a war commission in WW II., where he flew bombers to England as well as flew them over "the hump" (Mt. Everest) to India and Burma five times during WW II. He retired from the U S Air Force as Lt. Colonel after 22 years; he then owned and operated Hardi Garden Center in Donelson for several years. He then joined the Nashville Airport Authority and was a member of the planning team for the current Nashville International Airport.
He was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Donelson, and a Rotarian for many years
He was preceded in death by his wife of 71 years, Audrey L Fisher, his seven siblings, and a grandson Russell Fisher of Nashville.
He is survived by his three children, Marjorie Ann Bannister (Smyrna), David J. Fisher (Sherry), Cedar Hill, Tex. and Mary Jane Charles (Steve), Mt. Juliet; eight grandchildren, Rob Fisher (Bambie) Forney,Tx., Elizabeth Bannister (Anne) Nashville, Katie Peach (Jeff) Smyrna, Kelly Schmidt (Steve) Grand Prairie Tx., Shellie Vogler (Mike) Smyrna, Michael Bannister (Tracey) Smyrna, Taylor Charles and Casey Charles of Mt. Juliet as well as thirteen great grandchildren.
Visitation will be on Friday, October 28th from 9:30 AM to 11AM at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 192 Graylynne Dr. Donelson, Tenn. 37214.
Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, Ocober 28, at 11AM at Holy Rosary Catholic Church192 Graylynne Dr., Donelson, Tenn. 37214
Burial will be at Calvary Cemetery , 1001 Lebanon Rd., Nashville, TN 37210
In lieu of flowers please support the Homeless Ministries/ Loaves and Fishes at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 192 Graylynne Dr., Donelson TN 37214
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Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt, 2200 Children's Way, Nashville, TN. 37232
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6 Entries
December 16, 2016
Laurie Fisher
Greeting from Asheville NC, and condolences to cousins I have never met. I'm Jim Fisher's eldest, Laurie . . I think I spoke to Uncle John on the phone once many years ago . . . Blessings to you all . . .
December 16, 2016
Jenine LaFevre
I am just hearing of your Dad and your Mothers passing., and just want to send my condolences. Your father would be my Uncle and though we never met my father, Jim Fisher, talked about him often. What a long and wonderful life.
Jenine
October 27, 2016
G Angel
I promised I'd light a candle for you and "we" did, Mr. Fisher. God has granted you passage to all that He is and will always be. My privilege to have met you. May the family find comfort.
October 27, 2016
A. M.
My sympathy goes out to the family during your time of grief. May God's loving-kindness comfort you and help you through this difficult time. (Psalm 119:50,76)
October 26, 2016
Daddy, thank you for your love and for all you taught me, thank you for all your help like only a Dad could do, teaching me to be kind to people and animals. I love and miss you very much this very moment and always. I will see you soon!
October 26, 2016
Marya Fisher
Marge, Dave, Mary Jane, and families. I am so very sorry and sad to hear about the passing of your dad/ grandfather. He was truly an amazing gentleman. I will always remember our conversations of faith and hope he shared with my brother Neil and me through many difficult times in our family throughout the years. Though time and years separated us his constant guidance and support was always just a phone call away. I know his legacy has been passed to you, and with that faith, strength, hope, and God's help will see you all through this very difficult time. God Bless- Marya Fisher and family.
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