Robert (Bob) Powell Fisher, Sr.
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Robert (Bob) Powell Fisher, Sr.

January 22, 1932 to February 17, 2025

Robert (Bob) Powell Fisher, Sr. passed away on Monday, February 17, 2025. He was preceded
in death by his brother William Henry Fisher and son Robert Powell Fisher, Jr.
Bob was a native Houstonian and graduated from San Jacinto High. He joined the Marine Corps
Reserves in high school and shortly after graduating was called to active duty. He served in
combat in Korea with the 1st Marine Division (mortars.) In 2016 he was presented an
Ambassador For Peace medal by the Republic of Korea in gratitude for his service and bravery
in the war. He attended the University of Houston and was a member of the Sigma Nu Fraternity
(originally his beloved Cavaliers.) Upon moving to New Orleans for work, he met and married
the love of his life. After the birth of their son, the family returned to Houston - happily adding
two daughters and surviving 3 floods in their Westbury home of 50+ years. Bob knew the city
like the back of his hand, and loved to take his family on weekend drives, as well as exploring
every nook and cranny, and especially finding new restaurants to enjoy with his family. He had
many friends with whom he enjoyed weekly Wednesday reunions fondly reminiscing and never
met a stranger. He had a jolly personality and loved to laugh. He was a lover of conversation,
history, reading, hunting and enjoying a good barbecue and a cold beer with family and friends.
Bob had strong faith and was a committed Episcopalian. He passed on his Marine code of
values to his family to act with integrity, truth, and justice. He will be missed by all who
experienced his loyalty and friendship.
Bob is survived by his beloved wife Carmen Fisher, daughters Karen (Byron) Hood and Maria
(Richard) Becker, grandson Tony (Jennifer) Fisher, nephew Barry Fisher, and loving extended
family members. He also has in-laws from Guatemala who love him dearly, and whom he
considered family. We would like to extend our appreciation to the special “Angel” nurses at the
VA hospital for their compassion and dedication to ensuring he was as comfortable as possible
in the final years of his life. In lieu of flowers, please donate to your favorite veteran cause in his
memory.  A funeral service will be held on Monday, March 24 at 1:00pm at St. Thomas’
Episcopal Church, 4900 Jackwood Street Houston Texas 77096, followed by a celebration of life
at The Shamrock Pub. A military service and interment will be held on March 25 at 11:15am
the Houston National Cemetery at 10410 Veterans Memorial Drive Houston Texas 77038.

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Rick Melin
Posted on : 2025-03-24 13:43:28
Uncle Bob or as Kiki DeLeon called him, Dr. Bob. We had some truly memorable times together. Paella in the back yard, lots of Tia and Uncle Bob friends and family. I remember when I was going to Guatemala and Bob told me to be careful of the gorillas. I said “WHAT?!?” He told me he meant the other guerrillas. Either way, I was a little nervous. We did have a really good laugh over that. And what a wonderful laugh he had. I know Jesus and Bobby were waiting with loving open arms welcoming Bob into eternal life.
Marina L Melin
Posted on : 2025-03-23 19:46:37
So many cherished memories come to mind—meals enjoyed, laughter shared, and tears shed. De-unk, as I affectionately called him, always referred to me as De-niece. He will eternally hold a special place in my heart, having shown me the true essence of unconditional love and imparting invaluable lessons that I will cherish forever.
Evelyn Lovett Keil
Posted on : 2025-03-21 22:10:28
Bob was Best man at my wedding in 1960. His laugh was contagious. I have so many great memories with he and Carmen and especially after we had children, too many to share in one paragraph. A wonderful man who loved his family deeply.
Vic Ferguson
Posted on : 2025-03-20 14:06:19
Bob was my Most Unforgettable Character, a reference to a Reader's Digest articles about characters who struck home in the memory of the storyteller. These characters enriched lives through humor, wisdom, adventure, and affection, possessing a unique regard for humanity - a gem reflecting its own light. Bob exemplified the enrichment of my life in every way. The full and rich life that was Bob Fisher is one that was shared with me, as his neighbor on Ludington Street in Houston. Most may have known him longer, but it was his enjoyment of life's simple pleasures that he and I connected so well. In addition to hunting, fishing and hanging out in the backyard drinking single malt scotch and smoking cigars, I will always remember his love for a good crawfish boil. We considered this to be a very civilized way to live. It was on his last trail ride that I appreciated his ability to adapt and overcome! I miss ya Bob!