

Ellen Joyce Fischer went to heaven on Sunday, April 5. She joins her loving husband, Joe and many other members of her family. She fought the good fight, kept her faith and finished the race with grace and love at the age of 87.
She grew up in Rockdale, Texas. She was an accomplished violinist and pianist who enjoyed playing for her church when she was growing up. Over time, she lived and worked in other cities, but Rockdale was always her home town.
Joyce worked in Civilian Personnel for the US Air Force at Kelly, Randolph and Electronic Security Command. Upon retirement, she received the Distinguished Service Award from the Air Force. She enjoyed square dancing, fishing, traveling, playing SkipBo and music. She was a member of Woodlawn Christian Church for over 50 years.
Her loving family includes daughter, Marsha; daughter and son-in-law, JoAnn and Bill Clifton; son and daughter-in-law, Jerry and Mary Fischer; granddaughter and husband, Gretchen and Andy Cook; and great grandson, Alexander Joseph. She lovingly welcomed into her family Linda Gorrell, Wanda Pena, Debbie Asher, Laurie McCarty and many other close friends.
God sent Mom a special angel, Gustavo. He made her laugh, smile and enjoy every day. She loved him and looked forward to seeing him each morning. His sweet "Good Morning" always started her day off right. With great admiration and love, we thank you, Gustavo. You always made her smile and feel loved.
Mom's loved her other special angels, too. Ignacio Corral who lovingly tucked Mom in each night with a kiss, Stella Santos who helped us with care and advice, and Maria Diaz whose special love and care were such amazing gifts to Mom. Special thanks to Dr. Raul Montemayor, Dr. Allison Garner, and all the others who helped Mom live a great life.
Her honorary pallbearers are Andy Cook, Shavawn Brozovic, Christopher Gorrell, Steven Gorrell, Gary Gorrell, and Brenda McCarty.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Mom's honor to the American Lung Association, 1301 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Suite 800, Washington, DC, 20004.
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