Claude Robert "Bob" Fisher, Sr.

Claude Robert Fisher, Sr. (Bob), 80, of Asheville, passed away Friday morning, December 14, 2018. Born April 23, 1938, to Phralo and Edna Harris Fisher, Bob was preceded in death by his parents and loving wife of 38 years, Helen Harper Fisher (1999) and long time friend, Frankie Milner (2014). Bob is survived by his two sons, Rob Fisher and wife Debra and their children Brooke Fisher-Watkins (Anthony), Bo and Clare; Ronny Fisher and wife Julie and their children, Harrison, Sydney and Jake; his sister, Patricia McArdle and her children Heath, Clayton and Patsy; uncle C.M. Harris and wife Sue; and dear friend Cathy Wells. Bob's career in the manufacturing industry spanned over 43 years; CTS Corporation (23), Sayles Bleachery; Adkins Healthcare, Isolyser and White Knight. Blessed with an uncanny ability to develop relationships, Bob excelled as a manager while building lifelong friendships. Inspired by a passion to serve others, Bob took great joy in his roles as a Shriner, Mason, Fairview Athletic Association President, A.C. Reynolds Booster Club President and Youth League Coach. Bob touched countless lives through these and other endeavors. An accomplished golfer, Bob treasured every moment playing with family and friends. He was a long-time member of the Asheville Municipal Golf Course and he cherished the relationships he built there. Bob was a devout Christian and active member of Emmanuel Lutheran Church. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, December 17, in the 856 Tunnel Road chapel of Groce Funeral Home with the Rev. Dr. Michael McFarland officiating and remarks by Pastor Leslie Hines. A time for visitation will be available from 12:30 - 2:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will follow the service at Woodlawn Cemetery in Oakley. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Shriner's Hospital for Children in Greenville, SC.