Doris Mary (Roessler) Fischer

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Fischer, Doris Mary (Roessler) of West St. Paul, MN died on Monday, May 27, 2019 at her home. She was 95. Doris was born on March 29, 1924 in Waunakee, WI to Alfred and Rose Roessler. Doris joined the Sisters of St. Agnes at the age of 15. Doris received a bachelor's degree in education from Marian College and a master's degree from Cardinal Stritch University. While a Sister of St. Agnes Doris taught in Two Rivers, WI; Bronx, NY; Defiance, OH; Fond du Lac, WI and Marquette, MI. After leaving the Sisters of St. Agnes she joined the St. Paul School District where she taught for 22 years. Doris loved helping students learn to read, especially those in need of extra help. In 1971 Doris married Henry Fischer and his five children. She has been a parishioner at the Church of St. Joseph in West St. Paul for 50 years. Doris is survived by her children, Mary of Traverse City, MI, Joe (Sheila) of Burnsville, Helen (Steve) of Apple Valley; and Grace (Janet) of Edina; beloved grandsons Patrick and Leo; sister, Barbara Richgels; sister-in-law, Norma Roessler and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband of 23 years, Henry Fischer; son Mike; parents, Alfred and Rose Roessler; brothers, Donald and Richard; sister, Mary Ann; brothers-in law, Bernard Fischer, Ray Forschen, Robert Malkovich, George Mins, Cleigh Richgels and Wally Turnbull; sisters-in-law, Maria Fischer, Olivia Forschen, Rose Malkovich, Margaret Mins, Ruth Roessler and Elizabeth Turnbull. Visitation on Thur., May 30th from 4-8 at Klecatsky's - West Funeral Home, 1051 Robert St., West Saint Paul and one hour prior to Mass at church. Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, May 31 at 11:30 am at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, 1154 Seminole Ave., West Saint Paul. Interment Fort Snelling National Cemetery Monday, June 3rd at 9:00 am. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Congregation of Sisters of St. Agnes. Klecatsky's-West Funeral Home 651-457-6200

Published on May 29, 2019