Burton Fisher

May 4, 1931 - May 1, 2019

Burton Fisher, 87, of Rockwell City, IA, formerly of Eagle Grove, IA, passed away on Wednesday, May 1, 2019, in his home surrounded by his family. A time of gathering for family and friends will be from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM on Sunday, May 5, 2019 at the Gunderson Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Fort Dodge. Burton H. Fisher, the son of Roy and Mary (Martin) Fisher, was born on May 4, 1931, in Eagle Grove, IA. After graduating high school, he served a tour of duty with the US Air Force. Following his service, he earned a Bachelor of Arts and Teaching Certificate, and proudly taught middle school students for 30+ years. Burton was known for his love of birds, carving, working with his hands, and a love for the outdoors. Burton is survived by Janice Pochinski and husband Jason and their children of Rockwell City, IA, Katie (Kathleen) Newman and her children formerly of Waverly, IA, John Fisher and his wife Jennifer and their children and grandchild of Raleigh, NC and Ruth (Kevin) Stoddard and their children and grandchildren of Texas. Burton was a loving father, grandfather and friend to all.