Jack Yokley Fisher, Sr.

Mr. Jack Yokley Fisher Sr., 90, of Winston-Salem, entered the more immediate presence of the Lord on Saturday, April 11, 2015 at Forsyth Medical Center. Jack was born on October 14, 1924 to the late Oscar Hayes Fisher and Mittie Yokley Fisher. He was the youngest of their nine children. In 1943, at age 18, Jack was drafted into the US Army. He served in France, Belgium and Germany, while also taking part in the Battle of Normandy and the Battle of the Bulge. After returning from Europe, he opened Jack Fisher Wholesale Meats for business on Oct 31, 1946. He passionately worked the rest of his earthly days, putting his tenure at almost 70 years. Jack married Rebecca Hastings Fisher on March 25, 1950. They lived, loved and enjoyed life alongside each other for 65 blessed years. ""Pappaw"" Jack was a dedicated and lifetime member of Trinity Moravian Church. He faithfully served many years as head usher and on the board of Trustees. If Jack was not home or working, he could likely be found at church - always taking care of business. Trinity was a beloved part of his life. In addition to his parents, Jack was preceded in death by his 6 sisters, 2 brothers and 1 great granddaughter. He is survived by wife, Rebecca ‘Meemaw' Fisher; children, Cheryl Livengood (Mike) of Winston Salem and Jack Fisher Jr. (Angie) of Winston Salem; 5 grandchildren, Jason Tuttle (Jessica) of Winston Salem, Seth Fisher (Traci) of Raleigh, NC, Haley Johnson (Shane) of Winston Salem, Chase Livengood (Caroline) of Hendersonville and Taylor Dixon (Derek) of Wichita, KS; 7 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services for Mr. Fisher will be held at 11:00 am on Tuesday, April 14, 2015 at Trinity Moravian Church with Rev. John Jackman officiating. Interment will follow at Salem Moravian Graveyard. The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm on Monday at Trinity Moravian Church. The family requests that any memorials be made to Trinity Moravian Church, 220 E. Sprague St., Winston-Salem, NC 27127. Hayworth-Miller Silas Creek Chapel is assisting the family of Mr. Fisher. Online condolences may be made at www.hayworth-miller.com.

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