Thomas David Fischer

Thomas David Fischer, born January 6, 1945, passed away peacefully on October 18, 2025 at the age of 81.  Tom was born in Holland, Michigan, grew up in Caledonia and later retired with his wife, Carolyn in Northport.  Thomas was preceded in death by his wife, Carolyn in February 2024.  They were married for 58 years. Tom is survived by his son, Vincent (Michelle) Fischer; daughter, Lisa (Steve) Kent; grandchildren, Brady (Christina) Fischer, Hailey (Jeff) VanDuyn, Hillary (Rick) Blain, Austin (Laura) Fischer, Andrew (Lauren) Kent; great grandchildren, Olivia, Kenzie, Mia, Wesley, Cason, Kingsley, Kartor, Letty, Boston, Woodrow and baby Fischer expected in February. Tom is survived by his sisters, Judy VanderKolk and Connie Lynch; brothers and sisters-in-law and many nieces and nephews. Tom was preceded in death by his parents, Warren and Thea Fischer; grandson, Trent; sister, Kathy (Tom) Tolan and brother, David (Melissa) Fischer. 

Tom was an excavator for many years in Caledonia and surrounding areas; he owned a lawn and garden store by Gun Lake and later raised buffalo, which he truly enjoyed.  Tom loved animals and the outdoors.  Tom brought his family and friends on many adventures with his business ventures and creative, fun-loving mind.  Tom and Carolyn touched many people with their compassion and their willingness to help others.  Tom enjoyed entertaining friends, dancing and mostly being with his family.  Tom helped create so many great memories that his family and friends will cherish forever.  Tom was a wonderful example of hard work, unconditional love, resilience, responsibility, integrity, true love and kindness.  Tom wrote his own story right until the end!

The family would like to thank the people who worked at Woodlawn Meadows where Tom was a resident for the last several months of his life.  They took wonderful care of him and showed great compassion towards him, along with Interim Home Care and Hospice who lovingly cared for him when he needed it most. 

A private family graveside service will take place on October 27, 2025.