Herman John Fischer Obituary (2024)

"You Can Tell a German...But You Can't Tell Him Much" It is with a heavy heart that we announce the peaceful passing of Herman John Fischer, at the age of 93, on October 5, 2024, in Yakima, Washington. Herman was born on February 12, 1931, in Hague, North Dakota, to John and Eugenia Fischer. It was in North Dakota that Herman met the love of his life, Phyllis Nickolas. After Herman's proud Naval service, the two were married in 1954, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Yakima. Married for 70 years, Herman and Phyllis shared a long, beautiful life in Yakima and raised six children. Herman had a strong Catholic faith and was a very active member of Holy Family Parish, along with being a long-standing member of the Knights of Columbus. Herman was a skilled hairstylist in Yakima for decades. He introduced various advanced hair styling techniques to his many clients throughout the years. Herman began his styling career in 1955, and later established Mr. Fischer's Styling Salon, which became the most desired hair styling salon for women. He also loved his projects. You could always find dad working in the yard, garden, house, or shop puttering away on various tasks for family and friends. Herman is preceded in death by his wife, Phyllis (2019), brother, Leo, and sisters, Rose and Angie. He is survived by his children, Dennis (Lori) Fischer, Tom (Tammy) Fischer, Karen (Tim) Bernhardt, Sharon Fischer, Pat (Nani) Fischer, Andy (Jen) Fischer, 15 grandchildren, and 16 great-grandchildren. We couldn't have asked for a better man to be our dad, and while we are heartbroken to say good-bye, we know without a doubt that he went straight to heaven into the arms of our mom. The family would like to give a special thanks to Melissa at Multicare Hospice who was very instrumental in providing care and direction in the last few weeks of dad's life. Herman's viewing will be held on Monday, October 21, 2024, 4:00-7:00, at Brookside Funeral Home (500 W. Prospect, Moxee, WA). A Rosary will be held on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 9:00am, at Holy Family Catholic Church. The Funeral Service will follow at 10:00am. A "Dessert" celebration will follow at the Holy Family Gathering Hall. A Graveside Service will be held at 12:30pm, at Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Herman Fischer's name to your favorite charity. Memorial contributions may be sent in care of Brookside Funeral Home (PO Box 1267, Moxee, WA 98936), who is caring for the family. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.brooksidefuneral.com.