Kathleen Graney Fischer

kathleen fischer

February 6, 1952 ~ April 18, 2026


Resided in: Clermont, Florida

Kathleen Graney Fischer, 74, of Clermont, FL passed away on April 18, 2026. Kathy was born in New Jersey to the late Nicholas Graney and Marie Curry Graney. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Fischer; her sister, Mary Anne Scott; her brother-in-law, Richard Post, Sr and her nephew, Richard Post, Jr.

An animal lover her whole life, Kathy devoted her career to working with animals. She worked as a vet tech and animal control officer in California. After moving to Florida in 1987, Kathy continued her career as an animal control officer with Orange County Government, later transitioning to code enforcement. After many years serving the people of Orange County, FL, Kathy retired at the age of 66.

Kathy is survived by her sister, Peggy Post of Fletcher; nephew, Philip Scott (Laura) of New Port Richey, FL; niece, Barbara Charles (Frank) of Arden; nephew, Christopher Post (Kaci) of Brevard; and niece, Karen Ploch (Michael) of Waxhaw.

Kathy is also survived by her devoted boyfriend, William Ruggiero of Winter Park, FL. She leaves behind her two beloved dogs, Toby and Hudson. Kathy will be dearly missed by all who knew her.

A funeral service will be held on Monday, April 27, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. at Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian, with Deacon Frank of Saint Barnabas officiating. The family will receive friends prior to the service from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Immediately following the service, a burial will take place at Calvary Churchyard.

Services

Visitation: April 27, 2026 2:00 pm

Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian
72 Long Shoals Road
Arden, NC 28704

(828)687-3530
http://grocefuneralhome.com

Funeral Service: April 27, 2026 3:00 pm

Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian
72 Long Shoals Road
Arden, NC 28704

(828)687-3530
http://grocefuneralhome.com

Burial: April 27, 2026 4:00 pm

Calvary Episcopal Churchyard
Hendersonville Road
Fletcher, NC 28732


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  1. Kathy was a great lady who was a wonderful companion. for many years, to Bill(Boots),my daughter in laws father. Kerry and I will miss her a lot. She is now in God’s hands! Bless her soul!


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