Jacob (Jake) Stephen Fisher
It is with sad hearts that wife Marion, and son, Jake Jr. said goodbye to their dearly loved husband and father on November 5, 2024. Jake was in his 92nd year, and had lived in Columbia Forest Long Term Care Centre, Waterloo, since May 22, 2018. Jake will be sadly missed by his sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law and their families—Carolyn Braun of Brantford, Earle Vokes of Red Deer, Alberta, Rosemary Vokes of Innisfail, Alberta, and J.B. and Jill Vokes of Chilliwack, British Columbia. Jake was predeceased by his mother and father, Ivy and Jacob Fisher of Smithville, and brother-in-law, Alfred Braun of Brantford and sister-in-law Beth Vokes of Red Deer, Alberta.
Jake served as a teacher and principal in the Haldimand area for 35 years before retiring in 1988.
Many thanks to staff at Columbia Forest for their kindness and care shown to Jake while at Columbia Forest was greatly appreciated.
At Jake’s request, there will be no visitation or memorial service. Cremation has taken place, and an interment will be held in the Hagersville Cemetery. Arrangements were entrusted to R.H.B. Anderson Funeral Homes Ltd., Hagersville. www.rhbanderson.com
Condolences
Posted by
maggie dougherty
on
Nov 6th, 2024
I remember Jake very well, and he was a good man to have in your corner. He had such a special laugh, and I am so sorry for your loss. With warm regards, Margaret Stephens Dougherty
Posted by
Wayne Awde
on
Nov 7th, 2024
My condolences to Marion,Jake Jr.I remember Mr.Fisher as my first principal at Northview.R.I.P
Posted by
Maureen Hewitt-Topp
on
Nov 7th, 2024
My sincere condolences to the Fisher family.
Posted by
Anne (Doughty) McMillan
on
Nov 8th, 2024
I, too, had Mr.Fisher as a principal, during his early teaching career, at Nanticoke, when I was in the Junior room of the two room school. I recall his keeping our entire class in from recess because someone had reported a theft. Mr. Fisher lectured us repeatedly on the evils of stealing and when he ran out of things to say, he suggested ways to keep the cloak rooms tidy. After what seemed like an eternity, to a six or seven year old, we were finally released to play. The girl who had reported the missing boots had found them at home! Mr. Fisher went on to a long and successful career and Haldimand County residents were privileged to have had him in the school system.
Posted by
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on
Nov 8th, 2024
Condolences to Marion and Jake Jr. on Jake Senior's passing. I always enjoyed dealing with Jake on any business issues over the years. He was a real gentleman. I was also pleased to be involved with Jake and others on the Historical Committee which lead to the publication by Don Brown in 1990 of "Down Memory Lane" which was a glimpse of Hagersville's past. Jake was a great citizen. May he rest in peace.
Ed McCarthy
Posted by
Mona Inglis
on
Nov 8th, 2024
Marion and Jake
My deepest sympathy in the passing of Jake— a husband and father. He was my princpal at Fairview for several years and was a wonderful, understanding and caring person.May the cherished memories of your times together bring you comfort and peace and gladden your hearts.
Mona Inglis
Posted by
Karen Dyet Sweeting
on
Nov 9th, 2024
Marion and Jake Jr., My sincere condolences on the loss of Jake. As you no doubt remember, he and my father spent many a summer evening standing in one or the other’s driveway, mulling over the events of the day, month or year. I remember Jake Sr. as a kind, gentle giant. I hope your memories will be of comfort to you at this difficult time. Gods speed, Jake.
Posted by
Dale Vecero
on
Nov 9th, 2024
Dear Marion and family. I've often thought about you and Jake. Always remember his involvement at the United Church in Hagersville. Sending our thoughts a prayers are will you all.
Posted by
Randy Helka
on
Nov 26th, 2024
My condolences to the family.
I remember very well having Mr fisher as my principal.
Got the strap many times by him. lol.
Then having him as a customer at headship motors. Very well liked man
Posted by
Randy Helka
on
Nov 26th, 2024
My condolences to the family.
I remember very well having Mr fisher as my principal.
Got the strap many times by him. lol.
Then having him as a customer at heaslip motors. Very well liked man in
Posted by
Barbara Young
on
Dec 1st, 2024
Dear Marion and Jake,
Mr. Fisher was my very first principal at Fairview Elementary. He hired me right out of Teaches’ College so that I could teach junior music in a pod with Sheila Mozes and Jean Tefft. That was my lucky day! Because of him, my experience was positive, enthusiastic, and wonderful. I continued a teaching career that spanned 30 years and frequently thought of him and blessed the day that I was chosen to teach for Mr. Fisher. He genuinely supported his teachers and made each of us feel proud and successful; a quality of a true leader and very rare. He never took credit, aways directing it back onto his staff. I was at an event over the weekend with Sheila and we were speaking of Mr. Fisher and wondering where he was. Imagine my surprise when I opened my Goodwill email to see that he had passed. My sincere sympathy to you. He was a special man.
Barbara Young
Posted by
Barbara Young
on
Dec 1st, 2024
Dear Marion and Jake,
Mr. Fisher was my very first principal at Fairview Elementary. He hired me right out of Teaches’ College so that I could teach junior music in a pod with Sheila Mozes and Jean Tefft. That was my lucky day! Because of him, my experience was positive, enthusiastic, and wonderful. I continued a teaching career that spanned 30 years and frequently thought of him and blessed the day that I was chosen to teach for Mr. Fisher. He genuinely supported his teachers and made each of us feel proud and successful; a quality of a true leader and very rare. He never took credit, aways directing it back onto his staff. I was at an event over the weekend with Sheila and we were speaking of Mr. Fisher and wondering where he was. Imagine my surprise when I opened my Goodwill email to see that he had passed. My sincere sympathy to you. He was a special man.
Barbara Young
