Obituaries

Lima, Ohio
Bernard "Larry" Lawrence Fisher. Sr, 80, passed away on November 6, 2023 in Lima, Ohio after a long battle with complications of Dementia.
Born on August 9, 1943, Bernard was the son of David and Doris Fisher. He grew up in Spencerville and attended Allen East. Bernard was a dedicated welder at Rockwell for many years and also worked at Stomdale and Honda. He was known for his hard work and dedication to his job.
Bernard had a love for the outdoors and could often be found going for rides, arrowhead hunting and regular hunting, and fishing. He also enjoyed listening to country music and singing old songs. He was a fan of western movies and the Cleveland Browns. Snowmobiling was another one of his favorite pastimes.
Bernard was a devoted family man and cherished spending time with his loved ones. He was a loving father to his 6 sons, and 2 daughters. Also surviving are 5 sons, Steve (April) Fisher of Alger, Larry "Tubby" Fisher, Jr. of Alger, James Fisher (Richard) of Ridgeway, Timothy (Margaret) Fisher of Alger, and Josh (Elizabeth) Fisher of Lima; 2 daughters, Maude (Brian Deceased) Gay and Melissa Fisher both of Lima; 2 sisters, Mary Ellen Snyder and Richarda Jean Fogle; mother of his children, Nancy Sprague, and many nieces, nephews, grand children and great grandchildren. Bernard is preceded in death by his son, John Fisher, His 2 sisters, Roseanne Butler and Evelyn Berryman, His brother, David (Bud) Fisher, His mother, Doris Fisher, and Father, David Fisher
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to help the family with the funeral expenses.
Bernard will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. His memory will live on in the hearts of his family and friends.
Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.chiles-lamanfh.com.