Dick Fisher

Richard “Dick” Fisher, 87, of Monrovia, was released of all earthly ailments and passed peacefully from this life at 11:15 p.m. on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, while in the memory care unit of Allisonville Meadows. Born on February 25, 1938, in Mullens, West Virginia, he was the son of the late Clayton Donald and Treva (Dukes) Fisher. Raised in Denver, Indiana and later in Indianapolis, Dick attended Shortridge High School, where fate placed him just two houses apart from the girl who would become his lifelong love. Though he didn’t always express it, Dick was hopelessly in love with Georgia Anne Webb. He acted tough, but was soft inside—and once Dick Fisher made up his mind, it was final. On June 26, 1960, they were united in marriage, beginning a journey of 65 devoted years together. In 1971, Dick and Georgia moved out of the city and settled on Gasburg Road, where they raised their three sons in the Monroe-Gregg School District. Dick was a self-taught and self-made man—intelligent, determined, and a bit stubborn. He excelled in mechanical repairs of all sorts, earning the title of “jack of all trades.” He had a passion for collecting antiques and was especially fond of rebuilding clocks, pump organs, and hit-and-miss engines. Dick’s work ethic was evident in his career, which included roles as a mechanic for Mr. Softy in Indianapolis, leading the maintenance department at Linel, and working for Ed Robb Plumbing, Heating and Air in Mooresville. He was also a proud member of the National Guard, a past volunteer with the Monrovia Fire Department, and an assistant Boy Scout Master—always staying busy with various projects. He loved his dogs, especially corgis, basset hounds, and mutts, and enjoyed traveling in the RV with Georgia. Together, they took several trips to the West Coast, often stopping to visit family along the way. Dick found joy in attending antique engine shows, festivals, and flea markets, where he could share his love for restoration and craftsmanship. In addition to his parents, Dick was preceded in death by an older infant sibling, Charles Fisher, and daughter-in-law, Melody Fisher. He is survived by his loving wife, Georgia Anne Fisher of Monrovia; sons, Donald “Don” Fisher (Maria) of Carmel, Robert “Bob” Fisher of Poland, and Michael “Mike” Fisher of Papillion, Nebraska; siblings-in-law, Susan Penn of Castleton and David Webb of Avon; grandchildren, Brandon Fisher of Council Bluff, Iowa, Chelsea Speilman (Mark) of LaVista, Nebraska, Salem Schallenberger (Mike) of Papillion, Nebraska, and Luke Fisher of Carmel; and great-grandchildren, Haidyn, Madisyn, Brooklyn, and Adalyn. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, August 29, 2025, at Light Memorial & Funeral Chapel in Monrovia, with calling beginning at 4:00 p.m. A graveside service and interment will follow on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at Westlawn Cemetery in Denver, Indiana. To share a favorite story, send condolences, or light a candle in Dick’s memory, please visit his tribute page at www.lightmemorial.com

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Dick Fisher

February 25, 1938 - August 20, 2025