Jeremy "Minnow" Fischer, age 37 of Birnamwood, died Wednesday, November 7, 2018, at St. Vincent Hospital in Green Bay, as the result of a brain aneurysm. As an organ donor, he gave the gift of life on November 9, impacting over 70 recipients and their families.
He was born on September 27, 1981, in Wausau, son of Jerry and Jan (Janicki) Fischer of Birnamwood. He was a graduate of Antigo High School, class of 2000.
Minnow married his best friend and soul mate, Leslie Kurth on May 23, 2009, at St. John Lutheran Church in Mattoon. They have two beautiful children, Kailyn and Beau. He was a loving and loyal father and husband.
He worked for Miron Construction for 18 years, most recently as a project superintendent.
Minnow was a humble man who gave generously of himself. If you were meeting him for the first time, you parted ways as friends. He had a zest for life, a great sense of humor, and an infectious spirit. Minnow had a passion for the outdoors, especially hunting with his loyal Plott hounds.
He served on the board of directors for the Wisconsin Bear Hunters Association and the Northern Chapter of Wisconsin Deer Hunters Inc.
He is survived by his loving wife and children, Leslie, Kailyn, and Beau; parents, Jerry and Jan; sister, Wendy (Robert) Brown of San Marcos, CA; nephew and niece, Alec and Brenna Brown also of San Marcos, CA; father and mother-in-law, Dick and Carol Kurth of Wausau; and brother-in-law, Jon Kurth also of Wausau. He is additionally survived by aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives, and good friends.
A funeral service will be held on Friday, November 16, 2018, at 12 p.m. at the Bradley Funeral Home with Reverends Lance Hoelscher and John Ehlke officiating. Burial will take place at Holy Family Cemetery in the Town of Hutchins.
Visitation will be Friday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the funeral home.
Those who knew Minnow well know he was not a pretentious man. Come as you are, hunting attire and casual dress are encouraged.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Jeremy Fischer Family Memorial Fund, c/o CoVantage Credit Union, 801 6th Ave. Antigo, WI 54409.
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You have my deepest condolences for your loss of Jeremy. He truly was a loving and generous man. Even though I didn't know him , he was able to show his love for mankind by his gift as an organ donor. Life is a gift and when we lose someone so young it is always painful. Our loving heavenly Father Jehovah knows we need comfort. In the Bible book of 2 Corinthians 1:3,4 you may find some comfort . Again deepest condolences.
Leslie, I can't imagine what you are going through at this time. I am so sorry for your loss. I pray that the comfort of Christ brings you peace and healing during this time.
Leslie and Family - Our Corken family are with you and your family during this extremely sad occasion. When Jeremy and first meet we immediately struck a great friendship and working relationship that continued throughout the course of the construction of the Wittenberg project and beyond. Minnow was such a friendly character he was infectious to everyone and all us who had the great pleasure to meet him. He was always there and went out of his way to make sure he portrayed both himself and his company as professional and happy in all aspects of his family and work. Minnow my friend it was a great pleasure for me personally to have been able to work with you so closely over the past year plus. You my friend are greatly missed by all of us. We know that you are now in GOD's hands and we also know that GOD will take care of your wife and children here on earth - until the day you are all reunited in Heaven.
Our deepest sympathy to all families associated with Jeremy. To Jerry and Jan, we remember our friendship while working at Zimpro and Wausau Insurance. Wayne & Gail Radtke
Jeremy's family, my heartfelt sympathy on your loss
Our deepest sympathies to the entire Kurth and Fischer family. May God wrap you all in his loving arms.
Leslie, so sorry for your loss. You have been in our thoughts and prayers. May God's peace comfort you and your loved ones during this difficult time.
Jordan and Jen Schult
I worked briefly with Jeremy on the Ho-Chunk site. He was such a great guy to get to know. We laughed about exchanging Memphis BBQ for Nueske's Bacon. God bless his family.
My thoughts and prayers have been & continue to be with Minnow's family. May you be blessed with God's peace during this difficult time.
Philippians 4:7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Mike (Putt) had the privilege of being Jeremy's little league coach, he was a wonderful little boy and also has shown to be as an adult.....our hearts are saddened by your loss...thoughts and prayers to all the family. Mike and Linda Olsson
Leslie and Family - I did not have the pleasure of meeting Minnow. I am so sorry for your loss. We will keep you and all of your loved ones in our Prayers
We are so sorry for your loss words can not express the wonderful gifts that he so generously gave, as family you should be extremely proud. Rachel, you and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. Again so sorry.
The Gravelle’s
(friends of Rachel Last)
Leslie and Family - I am so very sorry for the grief you are feeling. May the Lord bless and comfort you all in the days ahead. "The Lord is good, a stronghold in the day of trouble; He cares for those who trust in Him." You are in my prayers. Love, Dorothy Gehring
Leslie and family so deeply sorry for your loss! Minnow was a wonderful and witty man who will be dearly missed!!! You all in our thoughts and prayers!
Dan and Cindy Lex
Leslie and family, I am proud to have had the opportunity to get to know Minnow. A kind soul and a loving person. Why so young? We do not know. Know that you are in our prayers and thoughts as you go through this next part of your life. Our love to all of you. Karl and Denise Behm
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