"Dearest Joyce Sincere condolences to you and your family for the loss of someone who was obviously treasured. She will always be in your hearts and will be remembered with love. Kindest Regards To You All Max x"
In loving memory of
Dolores Effie Fischer
February 14, 1918 - May 22, 2007
Dolores Effie Fischer, of Zumbrota, MN, and formerly of St. Charles, MN passed away on Tuesday, May 22, 2007 at the Zumbrota Care Center where she had resided for the past 1 1/2 years.
Dolores (Dixon) Fischer was born on February 14, 1918 to Henry and Della (Allhiser) Dixon at the farm home in Elmira Township, Olmsted County, a mile or so from Saratoga, Winona County. She attended 1st-8th grades at the Saratoga School and then St. Charles High School graduating in 1935. She attended Teacher's Training for 1 year. After graduating from Teacher's Training she went on to teach in country schools for 3 years--in Little Valley, Plainview area and her home district--the Cravath District.
She married Walter Fischer on June 7, 1939. She and her husband farmed for 38 years before retiring and moving into St. Charles, MN in 1977. In April of 1998 they moved into Halter Heights Apartments. Walter passed away 2 months short of their celebrating their 60th Wedding Anniversary in 1999. Dolores then stayed in St. Charles before moving to Zumbrota in 2001.
She was a member of the Elmira EUB Church after she transferred her membership to the St. Charles United Methodist Church. She was active in the United Methodist Women serving as President and Treasurer, taught Sunday school, released time classes, as well as Vacation Bible School. Upon moving to Zumbrota, her membership was transferred to the Zumbrota Wesleyan Church. Dolores loved to read as well as writing letters and sending cards. Her faith, family, and friends were of the greatest importance to her.
She is survived by 5 children: Joyce (Jerry) Newton, Riceville, Iowa; Lyman (Marlee) Fischer, Portland, Oregon; Gordon (Mary) Fischer, Marshfileld, Wisconsin; Howard Fischer, Lake City, Minnesota; and Rev. Janet Fischer, Zumbrota, Minnesota; 9 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, and brother, Bernard, San Diego, California.
She was preceded in death by her husband, a daughter-in-law, June, a great-grandson, Richard, and sister, Halycon.
Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. on Friday, May 25th at the Zumbrota Wesleyan Church with the funeral service at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 26th at the church. Rev. Ronald C. McClung will officiate.
Memorials are suggested to either the Zumbrota Wesleyan Church or the American Cancer Society.
Hoff Funeral Home, St. Charles is in charge of the arrangements.
Please share a memory of Dolores on her on-line Guest Registry at www.hofffuneral.com.
Tribute video can be found at: http://videos.lifetributes.com/?id=9206
Tributes
"Lyman, So sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother. My prayers are with your family."
"To the Newton family, I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your mom, mother-in-law, and grandma. I wish I would have had the chance to meet her here. I would have told her what a great family she had!"
"Janet, so sorry to hear about your Mom. Parents are so special to us and set our foundations for our lives. God Bless you. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Would love to hear from you. We are not that far away from each other."
"Dear Joyce and family, Sharing yur grief from heart. May her rest in peace!"
"Dear Joyce & Family I share in your grief. May God grant peace to her and your family."
"She was such a kind looking woman and beautiful. it was so nice that they made this video what a treasured memory to have. My Prayers and thoughts go with you Hun. Hugs Bev"
"Joyce, We're saddened for you in the death of your mother. She must have been a special person to have such a lovely, caring daughter who is a good friend to me."
"YOU HAVE OUR SYMPATHY. LYMAN AND I PITCHED BUNDLES THRESHING WAY BACK IN THE 50's. YOU HAVE A GREAT FAMILY."
"janet my sympayhty to you and your family on the loss of your loved one.."
"Janet, I'm so sorry for the loss of your mother. My thoughts are with you and your family. Sandy"
"During my senior year in high school Deloris was my second mom when my parents moved to the Twin Cities. They took me into their home and made me feel a part of the family. She was an awesome woman of God and will be missed. Janet, I would love to hear from you. I will be praying for you and your family."