GENEVIEVE FISHER

May 22, 1928 - November 20, 2017

Genevieve “Gen” Fisher, age 89, of Oshkosh, died peacefully on Monday November 20, 2017 at Eden Meadows. She was born in Oshkosh, on May 22, 1928 the daughter of the late Clarence and Dorothy Kempinger Swanke. Gen married Joseph Fisher Jr. on May 14, 1949 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Joe was the love of her life and they had fifty-seven happy years together. He preceded her in death in 2006. Gen’s first love was her family of five daughters and their families. She looked forward to their visits to Oshkosh as well as visiting them in their homes She enjoyed following their lives, filled with joys, sorrows, accomplishments and activities. Joe and Gen had fun spending many winters in Texas. Gen was employed at Muza Metal Products. Gen is survived by four daughters; Chris (Al) Hill, Wadsworth IL., Donna (the late Tim) Ryan, Dallas TX., Sue (Bill) Howe, Chicago, IL., Julie (Paul) Leuthold, Bellingham WA., six grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, two sisters; Lois (the late “Babe”) Seaberg, Audrey (Elvie) Felker, three sisters-in-law Mary (Mike) Swanke Petzold, Nancy (Jerry) Davis, and Bonnie (the late Don) Fisher. She is further survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and many dear friends. She was preceded in death by her devoted husband; Joe in 2006, loving daughter; Annette Fisher, 2010, one brother; Jim Swanke, and one sister; Marge Heideman. The family would like to express their deep gratitude to the wonderful staff at Affinity Hospice as well as the loving staff at Gabriel Villa where Gen spent her last four years. A Memorial Mass for Gen will held on Friday November 24, at 11:00 AM in St Jude the Apostle Catholic Church (Sacred Heart site) with the Rev Matt Simonar officiating. Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery. Family and friends may call at the church on Friday from 10:00 AM until the hour of services. In lieu of flowers a memorial will be established.