Charles "Charlie" Donald Fisher

He was a graduate of the University of New Orleans and proudly served his country as a member of the Army National Guard so he could avoid proudly serving his country in Vietnam. He retired as a computer systems technician for AT&T after starting as lineman for South Central Bell and climbing his way up, and then down several thousand times.

Known for his dad jokes and dad bod, Charlie was a doting husband and, appropriately, a devoted dad. Charlie lived a quiet life of loud opinions on proper food condiments and even louder volume on the television. He was often fond of telling you to use your head when tackling a problem, but he never failed to use his heart when facing his own. Charlie loved people, and children especially, even though he sent his own child to his room without dessert on several occasions. He was a sports visionary, being a fan of the Dodgers before they moved to LA and the Saints before they won the Super Bowl, and hating the Astros before they cheated. Charlie was meticulous, technical, and prided himself on always being prepared for almost any eventuality. But there are also some qualities he managed to pass on. He was curious, had an endless wellspring of love, and an ineffable stubbornness for doing the right thing. In short, and in long, the world is a darker place for the loss of his flame.

He was preceded in death by several billion people, most notably among them Caroline L. Fisher, his wife; Charles Henry Fisher, Jr., his father; and Jesus H. Christ, fisher of men, (no relation). He is survived by his favorite and only, son who asked that his name be withheld because it sounds cool and mysterious and he’s on the dating apps. He’s sure that dad would understand.

A private funeral service was held on February 10, 2026 at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home.

A celebration of life was held in the City of New Orleans on February 17, 2026.

In lieu of flowers, Charlie requested that you vote against Jeff Landry at your earliest available opportunity.