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James Fisher
August 13, 1932 - November 9, 2019
James Alvin “Kingfish” Fisher 87 of Freeland who passed away Saturday at the home of his daughter in Jeddo Boro.
Born in Freeland he was the son of the late Alvin and Ellen J. (Klose) Fisher.
He was an honorably discharged Coast Guard veteran.
Before retiring he was a laborer at the PP&L Nuclear power plant.
“Kingfish” loved his grandchildren and just being surrounded by people, going to the casino, his dog Fluffy, watching wildlife especially squirrels and birds, and eating raw hotdogs.
Preceding him in death are sisters; Ester Yagalla, Gladys Blass and Genevieve Richie and brother; William Nowak
Surviving are his sons; James Fisher Jr. and Ryan and his wife Judy. Daughters; Tammy Pavuk and her husband Mike, Kelly Ruggio and her husband Fred, and Devin Fisher. Grandchildren; Tiffany, Bobbie Lynn, Jennifer, Shannon, Cori Ann, Tara, Jennifer, Dylan, Jordan, Nathan, Caelyn, and David Jr.. Great grandchildren; TJ, Tyler, Derek, Gianna, Cadence, Lennon, Bryson, and Malex.
Friends and relatives are invited to graveside military services to be celebrated by members of the VFW post 5010, American Legion post 473, and Sons of a Legionaries on Wednesday 11am in Freeland Cemetery.
Following graveside services friends and relatives are invited to the American Legion post 473 for a celebration of his life.
Memorial will be held Tuesday 6 to 8pm atMcNulty Funeral Home 494 East Butler Dr. Freeland.