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John Henry Fish

September 13, 1916 - January 17, 2010
Service
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home
3800 N. Big Spring St
Midland, Texas 79705
Tuesday 1/19, 4:00 pm
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home
3800 N. Big Spring St
Midland, Texas 79705
Monday 1/18, 8:11 am
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home
3800 N. Big Spring St
Midland, Texas 79705

John Henry Fish, MD, 93, of Big Spring, died on Sunday, January 17, 2010, in a local nursing home. Funeral services will be held at 4:00 PM Tuesday, January 19, 2010 at the First Christian Church with Rev. Ken McIntosh, pastor, officiating. Interment will follow at Trinity Memorial Park.The family will receive friends from 7 PM to 8 PM Monday at the funeral home.He was born on September 13, 1916, in Foard County, Texas and married Anna Marie Hieserman on July 5, 1941 in Iowa Park, Texas.Dr. Fish received his Bachelor of Arts Degree in Chemistry from Texas Tech Universty in 1938 and his Medical Degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch in 1942. He served in the United States Army Air Corps during World War II. After his military service, he was the first resident in the Otolaryngology and Ophthalmology department at Parkland Hospital in Dallas in 1948. He received his American Board of Ophthalmology in 1955, his Fellow in Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology in 1957 and served as a Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology for Texas Tech University from 1976 to 1987. Dr. Fish had his own practice in Big Spring, retiring on January 1, 1987. He was a member of First Christian Church.Survivors include his wife, Anna Marie Fish of Big Spring; four sons & daughters-in-law, Dr. John R. and Donna Fish of Big Spring, Dr. Gary Edd and Nancy Fish of Dallas, Dr. Kent and Anne Fish of San Angelo and Dr. Barry and Marty Fish of Lake Jackson; 10 grandchildren, Dianna Fish and Dr. Larry Fish and wife, Silpi all of Big Spring, Nathan Fish and wife, Lily of Houston, Joel Fish of Dallas, Lauren Fish, Drew Fish and Hannah Fish all of San Angelo, and Megan Fish, Sara Fish and Katie Fish all of Lake Jackson; four great grandchildren, Ryan Fish, Brianna Welch and Marissa Welch all of Big Spring and Stella Jane Fish of Houston; one sister, Winnie D. Garth of Dallas; a sister-in-law, Edna Fish of Paducah; and several nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by two brothers, Berny Fish and Harold Fish; and one sister, Kate Fish.The family suggests memorials to the Building Maintenance Fund at First Christian Church, 911 Goliad, Big Spring, Texas 79720.Arrangements under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Big Spring. Online condolences can be made at: www.npwelch.com,

Service
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home
3800 N. Big Spring St
Midland, Texas 79705
Map
Tuesday 1/19, 4:00 pm
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home
3800 N. Big Spring St
Midland, Texas 79705
Map
Monday 1/18, 8:11 am
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home
3800 N. Big Spring St
Midland, Texas 79705
Map

John Henry Fish, MD, 93, of Big Spring, died on Sunday, January 17, 2010, in a local nursing home. Funeral services will be held at 4:00 PM Tuesday, January 19, 2010 at the First Christian Church with Rev. Ken McIntosh, pastor, officiating. Interment will follow at Trinity Memorial Park.The family will receive friends from 7Continue Reading

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Max Tarbox left a message on January 20, 2010:
I remember going to the Fish's home as a child and feeling welcomed and comfortable. Please accept by condolences. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
DRS.NIRMALA&RAJ REDDY left a message on January 20, 2010:
We are saddened in the loss of your Dad.We are keeping you in your prayers.
Jimmy and Susie Welch left a message on January 20, 2010:
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Dr. Fish was so respected and admired! Have comfort in knowing he is at peace now.
Jim B and Linda Frazier left a message on January 19, 2010:
Our thoughts and Prayers are with you. May you have peace and understanding. All of the Frazier family has your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Norman and Robin Slusher left a message on January 19, 2010:
Dear Gary, Nancy and your family, we are truly saddened at the loss of your beloved father, father-in-law and grandfather. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this stressful time. We are thankful to have you as dear friends and are here for you always. Love, Robin & Norm
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Robbie (Dolan) Miller left a message on January 19, 2010:
Dr. Fish took care of me for many years. He is a very special part of my memories.. I am deeply sorry for your loss.. The family will be in my thoughts, and prayers.. May God Bless You.
Karen Stebbins left a message on January 19, 2010:
Trust Him when dark doubts assail thee, Trust Him when thy strength is small, Trust Him when to simply trust Him Seems the hardest thing of all. Trust Him, He is ever faithful; Trust Him, for His will is best; Trust Him, for the heart of Jesus Is the only place of rest. -author unknown
Becky, Paul, & Lyndon Kageler left a message on January 19, 2010:
Marty, Barry, Meagan, Sara, & Katie; Sorry to hear about your dad, grand father, & father inlaw. Thinking of you - now he is resting in peace. Love, Becky, Paul, & Lyndon Kageler
Martha Dawes Davis left a message on January 19, 2010:
To Gary, Nancy, and the entire family I offer my condolences for the loss of your dad and for the most disheartening circumstances of the last week. Today, I am with you in spirit as you celebrate the life of Dr John Henry Fish. Martha Dawes Davis
Richard and Betty Lee left a message on January 19, 2010:
We shall continue to lift you all up as you continue to walk "thru the valley of the shadow of death" that you may experience the peace that truly passes all understanding. May God continue to use you all and these great losses to bring glory to Himself. What trophies of HIS grace each of you are.
Freddie K (Woods) Shuler left a message on January 18, 2010:
Gary, I am deeply saddened to hear that after all you endured over the past week that your dad was called "home" to be with the Lord. Please know that you, your family, your associates who were serving with you in Haiti and their families are in our prayers and on our hearts. God Bless you and protect you in His arms, Freddie K & Gene
Jackie Crawford Phillips left a message on January 18, 2010:
When I was in the first grade, my mother took me to see Dr. Fish. He said that I had astigmitism and prescribed for me some blue glasses.(my very first). I thought that they were wonderful and faithfully worn them for 5 years. I am so very sorry about the loss of your father, Gary, and all that you have been through. "Weeping shall indure the night but joy cometh in the morning." My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sandra Cruz/Marcy House left a message on January 18, 2010:
Did'nt know Dr.Fish very well ,but to know him at Marcy House. was very kind and thankful for what he had. Spoke very well of his family has no regrets . Sorry for your loss my god be that youl
Kenny and Dale (Marchant) Chrane left a message on January 18, 2010:
We are very saddened in the loss of your Dad, especially after all the horror you have been through the last week. Know that we stand among all your friends who are keeping you in our hearts and our prayers.
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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