Obituary: Fleisher, John L.

Age 84

Wed., Nov. 11, 2015

FLEISHER, John L. (Age 84) John was born June 24, 1931 in Kamiah, Idaho to William and Tressie Fleisher.

He graduated from Davenport High School in 1949, and had a 20 year career with the Xerox Corporation.

He spent eight years in the Naval Reserves and was a long-time Mason.

John loved people and was loved by all who were acquainted with him.

He loved to fish, greet people at church, and travel, having visited 16 foreign countries and most of the U.S.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 30 years, Dianne; seven children: Renea Christen (Calvin), Trina Fleisher, Brian Fleisher (Teri), Lisa Ralph (John), Denise Johnston (Johnny), Michelle Goode (Johnny); 14 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.

John went peacefully to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Saturday October 18, 2015, due to complications of COPD.

A Memorial Service will be held at 2 pm on November 17, 2015 at Hillyard Baptist Church, 2121 E. Wabash Ave.

In lieu of flowers, Memorial contributions may be made to: Fountaingate Christian Fellowship at 10602 N. Hooper, Spokane, WA 99218.

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