Gerald David Fisher, 69, of Sapulpa passed from this life Saturday, July 3, 2010 in Tulsa. He was born December 15, 1940 in Sand Springs, the son of Claude and Lois Fisher.

Gerald was a retired welder and enjoyed going to the casino with his wife, Carolyn. The two were regulars in Sand Springs and would occasionally sign-up for Vera-Lee bus trips when they could. Overall, if Gerry and Carolyn were together, they were where they wanted to be and enjoying life.

He also loved to spend time with his grandkids. Grandpa Gerry spent many of his weekends with Carolyn watching Andra playing soccer or Bradley playing football or Alissa playing basketball. In recent years the two enjoyed watching Gunner playing soccer and football. Gerald would then usually go home and give Piper a snack or two before relaxing.

Gerald graduated from Sapulpa High School in 1959. He married the love of his life, Carolyn, in 1963. The two raised their sons in the Pretty Water area for the past 40 years.

Gerald was preceded in death by both his parents; brothers, James D. “J.D” Fisher, Chester E. “Gene” Fisher, John Richard Fisher; sisters, Mary E. “Sis” Warner, Leona F. Goad, Billie Lois Fisher; and great granddaughter Brandi Barker.

His survivors include his loving wife of 47 years, Carolyn (Ellenburg) Fisher of the Sapulpa home; sons Wes Fisher and wife, Melody of Sapulpa and Farley Fisher of Sapulpa; sister, Doris Kitchens and husband, Milton of Sand Springs; eight grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and his dog, Piper.

A memorial service is scheduled for 1 p.m., Saturday, July 10, 2010 at the Heath-Griffith Funeral Chapel at 1823 W. 51 St. in Tulsa. Rusty David will be the speaker.

Complied and transcribed by Marti Graham, 2010.