Virginia Ruth Fisher

Virginia Ruth Fisher was born at home in Colorado Springs on November 30, 1930, and died on September 16, 2026, at the age of 95. Ginny lived in Colorado Springs for 91 years before going to Phoenix, and most recently was a resident of Surprise, Arizona.

Ginny devoted her working life to the Colorado Springs school district, serving in various offices in administrative roles. In that steady, behind-the-scenes work, she brought the kind of seasoned judgment and practical wisdom that so often makes a community run well—quietly, reliably, and with care.

Those who knew Ginny will remember a woman whose sense of adventure showed itself in her love of travel with family, and whose warmth was often accompanied by a well-timed wit. She loved gardening, finding it filled herself with life, as well as sitting on the front porch enjoying the sun—during which she would be watching the neighborhood! She loved visiting with people and would talk with almost anyone as they were walking by her house, especially if they were walking a dog. She found deep enjoyment in the familiar comforts of home and the company she loved—quilting, beating her kids and grandkids at Scrabble, and, of course, her cats.

She also took great pride in her special ability of doing crossword puzzles in ink! Some of her most memorable achievements were her collections of life stories whether recorded in family histories or the numerous photo albums that documented her life. Many quilts were specially made for family and as baby gifts. One of her great pleasures was chocolate, and one of her endearing quirks was recycling paper plates, those small, unmistakably “Ginny” details that still bring a smile.

Ginny is survived by her daughters Lorrie Fisher, Colleen Edick (Gary Edick), Jan Brown (J. Brown); and by her son, Mark Fisher (Kaylo Becerra). She is also survived by her grandsons Sean Wilcox, Brandon Edick, and Grayson Wilcox; granddaughters Danielle Fisher, Kelly Brown. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her husband Walter Lee “Swede” Fisher, her sister Helen, her brother Donald, and her parents.

Ginny’s ashes will be returned to Colorado Springs and laid to rest beside Swede at the Fairview Cemetery.

A memorial will be held in Colorado next Spring, date yet to be determined.