Michael J. Fischer
January 31, 1947 – August 16, 2024
Celebration of life September 14th at Golden Hills Community Church
We bid farewell for now to Michael J. Fischer, a husband, father, and grandfather, who was a true friend. If you had the opportunity to meet him, you had a friend for life. Michael “Big Mike” Fischer, 77, of Brentwood, California passed away peacefully on Friday, August 16, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, kindness, and faith. Born in Oakland, California to Louis and Ruth Fischer on January 31, 1947, as one of 12 children. Mike was preceded in death by his baby brother Douglas, father Louis, mother Ruth, sister Corinne and brother Jim.
Mike served his country in the United States Marine Corps from 1966 – 1968 in Viet Nam. Upon return from service, he met the love of his life, Janice Carvahal. Together they shared a full life of 55 years married and 56 years of love in total. They had Jason (Stephanie) Fischer and Heather (Bill) Cannan. Mike’s pride and joy was his 8 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, and dogs Sampson and Vito.
Mike and Jan did everything together and were an excellent model of how to be loving to your mate. A relationship built in Christ Jesus. They enjoyed projects, no project was too tough and each one was sure to always reinforce their bond of patience, kindness, gentleness and self control. They took joy in projects that created a beautiful sanctuary and home to enjoy for their family. They enjoyed long walks on the beach on their many trips to Pajaro Dunes, collecting shells in what seemed to be the equivalent number of stars God told Abraham he’d have as descendants.
Mike was a butcher by trade who would do whatever it took to make sure his family was protected and provided for. During his career, he also served 14 years as Butcher Union Agent and then 13 years in his own Loss Prevention business, finally ending his career back behind the counter as a Butcher and serving on the executive board for 3 years. Those that really knew Mike would have assumed he may have also been an untrained clown by sheer natural ability. Mike made everyone feel welcome and seen, he would take special time to encourage and talk with anyone that was struggling for however long it would take. Mike enjoyed singing in the Golden Hills Choir and participating in the many plays during holidays. He was a bright light wherever he went and for whomever he met.
To commemorate his remarkable life and the memories we cherish, a service will be held at Golden Hills Church 2401 Shady Willow Lane, Brentwood, CA 94513, Saturday, September 14, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. We welcome all who knew him to celebrate the life of a man who was loved deeply and will be missed.
In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation to one of Mike’s favorite ministries, Shepherd’s Gate.
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