Jerrold E. Fisher

Jerrold Ernest Fisher passed away peacefully, on the morning of June 22, 2015, after a long battle with Parkinson's disease. Jerry was 84 years old. Jerry was preceded in death by his parents; Ernest and Jewel Fisher. He has one sister, Jackie Fisher Moore, of Colorado.

Jerry is survived by his supportive wife of 30 years, Pat, and his loving family: daughters Terry (Mark) Howard, Stephanie and the late (Bob) Williams, his son Daniel (Annette) Fisher, his step-daughters, Kelly (JB) Coulter and Kim (Ron) Bache, Melinda (Chuck) Blackwood and Mimi (Ed) Dorsey, as well as his grandchildren, William and Reese Coulter, Carter and Kasey Bache, Dallas Plater and Ridgely Dorsey.

Jerry was born on January 13, 1931 in Wasco, Ca. He spent the first years of his life on his Grandfather's dairy farm in Wasco, moving to Bakersfield with his family at age four. He attended elementary school in Bakersfield, where he met his business partner of 54 years, Bob Karpe. He played football for B.H.S. with Bob Karpe and Frank Gifford (ONCE A DRILLER ALWAYS A DRILLER!) Jerry attended college at New Mexico Military Institute, graduating in 1952.

After graduation, he enlisted in the Army and served two years in Germany. When he returned home to Bakersfield, he enlisted in the Army Reserve and began his fifty-seven year career in rural appraisal. At that time, Karpe-Fisher Appraisal Company was formed; which later became known as Karpe Fisher Merriman Inc. Jerry's hard work and dedication not only brought him immense pleasure, but also earned him a solid reputation and much respect in the industry.

Jerry was extremely supportive of his local community, his alma mater, and many professional organizations. His community involvement focused mainly on youth, education and athletics. Jerry took great pride in having graduated from NMMI and was instrumental in recruiting others to the Institute. He was active in the Alumni Association, serving as a delegate on the alumni board. One of the numerous professional organizations he was involved with included: American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers, where he served as president at the local, state, and national levels.

Jerry's family and friends were a high priority in his life. His annual Cayucos beach trips with the family and Saturday lunches with "the boys" were not to be missed. Some of Jerry's greatest memories were: spending time with family at holidays, semi-annual golf trips, and traveling to watch the Green Bay Packers play.

The family would like to thank Sunrise Assisted Living of Mission Viejo, and all of Jerry's caregivers, for the incredible care he received. They would also like to thank Hospice, for their kind support and guidance during this difficult time.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, July 2nd, 2015 at 10:00a.m., at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, 124 Columbus St. Bakersfield, CA 93305. A short interment will follow at the Bakersfield National Cemetery, 30338 East Bear Mountain Blvd. Arvin CA 93203 at 12:30 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to New Mexico Military Institute Alumni Association, ASFMRA Education Foundation or a charity of your choice.