Carl J. Fischer, Sr., 79 of Wilson Borough, PA died Saturday, May 21, 2011 in Easton Hospital. Born December 8, 1931 in Allentown, PA, he was a son of the late Carl A. and Elizabeth (Turner) Fischer.
He and his wife, the former Joanne Schmidt were married 56 years. Carl served in the Navy during the Korean War and was an Industrial Analyst at Bethlehem Steel, retiring in 1986 after 30 years. He was an avid woodworker, hunter and fisherman.He was a Deacon at Grace Bible Fellowship Church, Nazareth and a member of the Stockertown Rod and Gun Club.
Surviving in addition to his wife Joanne; a son: Carl J. “Bud” Fischer, Jr. and his wife Julie of Nazareth, PA; a daughter: Sharon L. Lantzer and her husband Jeff of Port Orange, FL; siblings: Joseph N. Fischer, Reatsy Fink, Connie Byrnes; and 5 grandchildren.
Services are 11 AM Tuesday in the church, with visitation Monday, 6:30 to 8PM and Tuesday in the church; the Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is handling arrangements.
Memorial contributions may be made to the church, 100 East Beil Ave., Nazareth, PA 18064.
Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
