Rev. William Richard “Bill” Fisher

Date of Death: April 16, 2020

service

Due to COVID-19, services at this time will be private.
Family and friends will be invited to
a Celebration of Life service at a later date.

cemetery

In true Bill form, he will take his final ride
in a Harley Davidson motorcycle hearse
for interment at Mount Hebron Cemetery, Winchester, VA.

memorial

Memorial contributions may be made to:

Billy Graham Evangelistic Association
1 Billy Graham Parkway
Charlotte, NC 28201-0001

Rev. William Richard “Bill” Fisher of Waynesboro, VA passed away Thursday, April 16, 2020, in Fishersville with his loving wife by his side.

Bill was born in 1947 in Winchester, VA, son of the late William Archie Fisher and Armilda Lamp.

Bill gave his life to the Lord in 1968 while watching a televised Billy Graham crusade. He would eventually answer the call to become a preacher despite a paralyzing childhood fear of public speaking. He earned his degree in Bible/Christian Ministries from Eastern Mennonite University and attended Candler School of Theology at Emory University.

Over his near 40-year ministry in the United Methodist Church, Bill pastored 13 appointments across Virginia and Georgia: 1969-1972 Brookneal Charge; 1972-1976 Keezletown UMC; 1976-1978 Hillcrest UMC; 1978-1980 Page UMC; 1980-1981 Massanutten Charge; 1981-1982 Ebenezer UMC (GA); 1982-1983 Monterey Charge; 1983-1986 Jollivue UMC; 1986-1990 Carson UMC; 1990-1994 King William Charge; 1994-1996 Keysville UMC; 1996-2004 Boonsboro UMC; 2004-2009 Toms Brook UMC. Throughout his ministry, Bill’s motto and devotion remained steadfast to “Making Jesus Famous.”

Bill is survived by his high school sweetheart and wife of 52 years, Barbara Fisher. Surviving with his wife is his daughter, Sandy Gharib (Lindo) of Richmond, VA; son, William Zachary Fisher (Rachel) of Nashville, TN; grandchildren, Nathan Fisher (Kristina), Kaitlin and Madison Gharib, Mandy and Sandy Edwards, Joshua Stevens (Crystal), Brianna Stevens, Emily and Abby Laird, Kyiah, Joseph, and Amaya Puckett, Lily Chapman, and Robert Desi Emery; six great grandchildren; and sister, Ellen Adams (Buddy).

Along with his parents, Rev. Fisher was preceded in death by his daughter, Stacey Lynn Emery.

In true Bill form, he will take his final ride in a Harley Davidson motorcycle hearse for interment at Mount Hebron Cemetery, Winchester, VA. Due to COVID-19, services at this time will be private. Family and friends will be invited to a Celebration of Life service at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Bill Fisher’s name to the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, 1 Billy Graham Parkway, Charlotte, NC 28201-0001.

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Due to COVID-19, services at this time will be private.
Family and friends will be invited to
a Celebration of Life service at a later date.

In true Bill form, he will take his final ride
in a Harley Davidson motorcycle hearse
for interment at Mount Hebron Cemetery, Winchester, VA.

Memorial contributions may be made to:

Billy Graham Evangelistic Association
1 Billy Graham Parkway
Charlotte, NC 28201-0001

Rev. William Richard “Bill” Fisher of Waynesboro, VA passed away Thursday, April 16, 2020, in Fishersville with his loving wife by his side. Bill was born in 1947 in Winchester, VA, son of the late William Archie Fisher and Armilda Lamp. Bill gave his life to the Lord in 1968 while watching a televised BillyContinue Reading

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Barbara...its been a long time since you and Bill were in Boonsboro, but we have never forgotten you...Bill was a wonderful pastor and had such a delightful sense of humor...Steve was googling him to see if he could get an email address to reach out and saw the obituary...we were very saddened by the news...the world has lost a great man...our deepest sympathy, Steve and Dianne Martin

We are so sorry for your loss. Bill was a good school friend.

You were a great friend and mentor over the 15 plus years. "YOU WERE A GOOD AND FAITHFUL SERVANT." R.I.P. my good friend and I will see you there. Your humor, compassion, empathy for the less fortunate will continue. God Bless you and your family ?⛪
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Barbara, please accept our condolences on your loss. We always enjoyed the humanity and the humor that came across in each of Bill's sermons.

Loved your Dad’s quick wit, wisdom, and caring nature. Ever the Pastor, shepherding whatever flock surrounded him, he used his talents well and surely now is hearing His Shepherd saying to him, “Well done My good and faithful Servant.” Thankful for the legacy he has left. Zach, I see him so much in you. Barbara, you have loved and served him well. Lifting each of you up. Love the Hilliard’s

Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.

So sorry to hear this news. I have many memories of your time in Carson. Nathan, do you remember playing with Kim and Justus in the nursery? I still have a picture Bill gave me. Love and hugs to all??

Thinking of you during this time of sadness, hoping the resurrection will provide you comfort.

Sending much love and prayers your way... May he Rest In Peace ???

May God give you and your family comfort and peace...?❤️

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.