Herbert W. Fischer

 Herbet W. Fischer was born on November 28th to Herbert A and Irene Fischer. He was born and raised in Chicago Illinois. He attended Illinois Institute of Technology where he received his Bachelors in 1967. He then went into the Air Force where he attended the Institute of Technology in 1976, He continued his military service with the Air force until 1987. Throughout his career he worked hard for his country and was promoted multiple times. Ending his career as a Lieutenant Colonel. He received many recognitions including Meritorious Service, An Air Force commendation medal, an outstanding unit award, an organization of excellence award, a national defense service medal, and a longevity service award. Ending his career at the Pentagon. 

 After his military career he reinvented himself and served as a director of teams working on advances programs for space information and later moved on to use his skills in CSX for the development of secure information systems for railroad management and operations.

 When Herb finally decided to "officially" retire he continued to serve and help others by volunteering at the North Florida Region American Red Cross which he volunteered at until he became too sick to continue his service. He also served as member of St. John's County Republican Executive Precinct.

 Herb spent his whole life serving, whether it was the military, his country, or his fellow man. Herb was a big man with a gentle soul and a heart of gold. Those who knew Herb all agree that he always had a kind word, a joke, or an interesting story to share with others.

 Herb was married to Rita in March of 1983. They began their lives in Virginia and moved around to places like Littleton, Colorado and Jacksonville, Florida. They shared a love for traveling, cats, solving crossword puzzles, listening to music, enjoying a 5 o'clock cocktail and of course listening to the news. They were surrounded by friends and family who became their family since their relatives were in New York. We are forever grateful to them all.

 May we all find comfort that they are reunited together in peace.