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Alan Robert Fisher passed away peacefully at Owen Sound Hospital on Saturday February 8, 2025. He was 86.
Alan was born in Hanover on August 28, 1938, to the late Elmer and Josie (nee Vath) Fisher. He attended Holy Family School and Hanover District High School. Upon graduation Alan worked for Royal Bank of Canada and then joined Richardson Bond and Wright for 35 years until retirement. Alan met the love of his life, Irene, and married in 1963. During their nearly 60 years of marriage, they spent their time travelling, pursuing hobbies and caring for one another.
Alan is survived by loving brother Donald Fisher of Arizona; Nieces and Nephews John Fisher, Jan Fisher, Robert Fisher; Bruce Lewis-Watts, Nancy Lewis-Watts and Richard Lewis-Watts.
Predeceased by Wife Irene Fisher (nee Kurz), Sister Marilyn Lewis-Watts, Sister-in-Law Donna Fisher (nee Schinbein), Parents Elmer and Josephine Fisher (nee Vath), niece Carol Fisher.
Alan always prided himself on his years spent serving his community. Alan was elected to Hanover Town Council for 2 terms and then elected mayor of Hanover for 4 consecutive terms. During those 8 years, he served on the Hanover Police Commission as well as the Public Utilities Commission. After his term as mayor, he spent 25 years as a member of the hospital board, serving 2 terms as Chair. During that time, he was also the founding Chair of the Hanover and District Hospital Foundation, serving for 5 years. Alan was president of the Hanover Legion for 3 terms. He had a lifelong interest in aviation, was instrumental in developing the Saugeen Airport, and owned and flew his own aircraft for 35 years.
As per his wishes, cremation has taken place with inurnment to follow in Hanover Cemetery.
There will be a Celebration of Life on Saturday, June 21, 2025 at Saugeen Municipal Airport from 2-5 pm.
Memorial donations to the Hanover and District Hospital Foundation or a charity of your choice would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy. Arrangements entrusted to the care of Mighton Funeral Home, Hanover.
I was very sad to hear of Alan's passing. Irene and Alan were good friends and wonderful traveling companions of ours. There are so many memories of our times together. My sincere condolences to his brother and all the rest of the family. May he now rest in peace.
- Audrey Sylina MorrowWe will miss you at our nursing reunions thanks for hanging in there with the group Bruce and Maxine Schaefer
- Maxine and Bruce SchaeferOur condolences to all of Al's family. We have many fond memories of Al & Irene over the years. Worked with Al at RBW for many years on his Home Hardware account.
Ed & Marilyn Griffith
My deepest condolences. Absolutely one of my favourite people. Worked with Al at RBW for many years and always enjoyed his visits when he came back into the plant. Bob and I will miss him dearly.
- Nancy Voelker (Bell)Condolences to the family. A life well lived!
Bob & Dale Kelly
I knew Alan very well ..As being also a past President of the Hanover Legion we had many meetings in the board room..Rest in Peace ..Prayers sent for the family ...Wayne scheifele grandbend on.Canada
- Wayne ScheifeleAlan was admired by me as an uncle once removed (his brother Don is my uncle). I very much appreciated his service to the town of Hanover. My condolences to uncle Don and my cousins John, Jan, and Robert.
- Lorne SchinbeinAlan was very quiet in his final years unless you got him reminiscing about Hanover, airplanes or his travels with Irene. You will be missed. Rest in Peace
- Adele Vath-NolanWe were saddened to hear of Alan's passing. He was a very dedicated citizen of Hanover and served his community with distinction over many decades. He certainly did his part and always with a sense of humour. Rest in peace, Alan.
Bob and Regina Graham
Alan was very involved in the town of Hanover and made so many contributions to the citizens of Hanover. He will be missed.
My condolences to uncle Don (Fisher) Jan, John , Robert and family. Thoughts and prayers with all of you
Alan & I shared morning coffee at Cravings for the past 11 years or so. He was a good part of a lively group although he sadly quieted down after Irene died.
I'll miss his presence in the mornings.
As noted in the obit he added much value to Hanover. Well done.
Alan will be missed. I knew Allan for most of my life. I know he has gone to a special place.
- David W. Schinbein
