Jack Fischer passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at the age of 99 years, with family by his side. He was predeceased by his wife Violet and his great grandson Tyler Devore. His memory will be cherished by his children, Roger (Anita) Fischer, Sharon (Leonard) Mastel and Lyle Fischer all of Medicine Hat; four grandchildren, Ashley (Dustin) Mountstephen, Kalen Fischer, Dara Devore and Devon (Brian) Selwood; three great grandchildren, Sydney Devore, Jackson Devore and Kinley Meyer and step grandchildren; Brett, Camryn, and Madelyn Selwood as well as numerous loved nieces and nephews.  
 He was predeceased by his parents Jacob and Caroline Fischer and his seven siblings: Alvina, Mathilda, Martha, Edward, Emma, Bertha, and Emil. 
Jack Fischer was born on August 18th, 1925, in Medicine Hat Alberta. He was raised on his parents’ homestead northwest of Hilda and attended Maple Tree School. Jack continued to farm the land after his parents retired in 1948. On September 18th, 1949, Jack married Violet Schneider at the Hilda Evangelical Church.
Jack enjoyed spending many pleasant hours with the Walker and Hummel families playing music with Jack on the accordion, Elvin on the guitar, and Walter on the mandolin. He also enjoyed playing the organ. Jack, Elvin, and Walter entertained at various functions in the Hilda Community. Numerous games of Schmear were played until all hours of the morning with friends and neighbors. Horseshoes was another one of Jack’s favorite games. He would take on all challengers, having every intention of winning. He also loved watching his hockey games, especially during the playoffs.
Jack and Violet moved to Medicine Hat in the fall of 2004, with Jack continuing to travel to the farm from the city. They celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on September 18th, 2009, at the Moose Lodge in Medicine Hat. After Violet’s passing in 2010, Jack continued living in their home until he moved to the Wellington in 2023, where he spent his remaining time. 
The family would like to extend special thanks to the nurses, aides and staff at the Wellington supportive living facility for the time he spent there during his residency and palliative care.
Those who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Saturday, May 17, from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. 

The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND CELEBRATION OF LIFE CENTRE on Saturday May 17, 2025 at 1:00 p.m.

A private family interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. 

The service will be live streamed.  Those who wish to attend virtually, please use the following link https://youtube.com/live/3p29pbB2Qe0?feature=share, or the "access video button" below