Our hearts are heavy and forever broken with the passing of a most vibrant young soul in our community.
Benjamin Joseph Wayne Fisher, 29, of Plymouth, was hit and killed while performing his duties as a traffic control flagger, on Friday, July 26, 2019, just one day after his birthday. The tragedy took place on State Road 13, just outside of Syracuse, where crews had been working for the last several weeks.
Born at Memorial Hospital on July 25, 1990, Ben grew up in Plymouth, attending St. Michael Catholic School and Plymouth Community Schools; finishing with homeschooling for his high school career. With a servant’s heart, he was a volunteer for his church and community, an advocate of Right to Life, abused victims and strongly believed in our Second Amendment. He and his family place the Four Crosses at the Marshall County Courthouse each October in remembrance of all who have passed from domestic violence.
By the grace of God, Benjamin at 13, survived a tragic motor vehicle accident that took the life of his oldest brother, Joshua.
Growing up, the Fisher boys were well known for their athletics. Ben excelled in football and baseball, but his true passion was basketball. One of his greatest memories in his short life was attending the last game of the 2016 World Series with his best friend and brother, Nickolas. Ben’s passion and commitment to our Lord and Savior was evident as he witnessed to all. He had a sympathetic heart for our Veterans and had been working on his ideas for our community. His enthusiasm for life and determination to help his community was evident when he filed as a GOP Mayoral Candidate this past January. Five minutes of conversation with Ben, told his listener he was a bright and intelligent part of our community and would be a huge asset and important part of our future. His integrity and morals were never doubted, and he remained strong in his principals. Ben proved his loyalty to Plymouth by using Crimson and White.
Ben’s passion was also forefront in his workplace, Traffic Control Specialists, Inc., where he was a member of LIUNA Local #645. He served as Shop Steward, helping negotiate between his co-workers and management.
As his last act of selflessness, true to his character, Ben saved his co-worker’s life by shouting for her to move. He is a true hero in her eyes. Benjamin is survived by his loving family: Momma, Jo Whitesell Fisher, and his younger brother, Nickolas DJ Fisher, along with his family’s pets, Liam and Sonny. Many other family members and family friends also survive. Welcoming him to Heaven’s gate are his big brother, Joshua, Grampas, Bill and Dale, Great-Gramma Okle, and many others who’ve passed before him.
Visitation will be held from 1-7 p.m. EST on Friday, August 2, 2019, at the Plymouth Wesleyan Church, 11203 S. Michigan Street Road, Plymouth, IN 46563. A Prayer Service will begin at 6:30 p.m EST with Fr. Craig Borchard.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 9 a.m. EST on Saturday, August 3, 2019, at St. Michael Catholic Church 625 N. Center St. Plymouth, IN 46563 with Fr. John Korcsmar and Fr. William Kummer officiating.
Burial will be held in the St. Michael Catholic Cemetery, Plymouth immediately following service. “I AM MY BROTHERS KEEPER†is one of Ben’s many strong beliefs. He fulfilled this until his last breath.
Memorial contributions in honor of Ben’s life may be made at 1st Source Bank under the account of “I AM MY BROTHERS KEEPERâ€
Ken Calhoun says
Praying for your family at this difficult time. Gone to soon, but home with God and your family.
James M. and Connie J. Hulse says
With our deepest Sympathy for the loss a son, brother, relative, co-worker , or dear friend who was taken home too soon.
I ask the Lord for comfort for all who will miss Benjamin. Though we did not know him personally our community lost a much needed community minded servant of the Lord. May his soul rest in peace.
Gigetta Soear says
We had the pleasure of knowing Benjamin, what a blessing to all he came into contact with. He had a bright light that shine so bright for all he did. Benjamin is going to be so missed. Sending my sincerest and most heart felt condolences to you and Nicholas. It is with a heavy heart we must let him go and know he will always be watching over you and his brother.
Carriage Green Apartments says
Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. RIP Ben
Mary Ann Awald says
Dearest Jo and Nick:
My most sincere sympathies to you both for the loss of Ben. I still cannot believe this has happened.
I ask our Lord to wrap His loving arms around you both and keep you close and get you through this devastating accident. Know this…..you are both loved immensely in this community and many hearts are broken but we wish to provide you strength and courage and much love.
Love and hugs…..Mary Ann
Mike and Judy Delp and Famiky says
Hebrew 4:14-16
14 Therefore, since we have a great high priest who has ascended into heaven, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold firmly to the faith we profess. 15 For we do not have a high priest who is unable to empathize with our sorrows…. 16 Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and prayers for all find grace to help us in our time of need.
May God’s touch be evident today and in the days ahead. May He be real in an undeniable way to each of you. And may you as family and friends sense the deep assurance of mercy and grace that Christ offers each of us. May His strength be yours….
With love and continual prayers – Mike and Judy Delp and Family
Karol Krohn says
I was so moved to read about the impact Ben has had on his community, co-workers, friends & family. It sounds like he was a natural leader, with a heart of gold, who loved to help & serve. What a wonderful young man, whose values I know were shaped by his loving mother & both of his brothers. God is welcoming your wonderful son into a heavenly celebration of all that is good, together with so many of the people Ben has loved, who embrace & surround him with their love. May God ease your suffering & grant you His peace that passes all human understanding. I’ll be praying for you & for Nickolas as you grieve & heal together. What a blessing Ben must have been to all those whose lives were touched by his kindness, compassion, conviction & strength. The positive impact he had will live on through the lives of those who knew & loved him.
Debbie McDougle Kiger says
To have loved and lost is not only for spouses. The love that is established in a family is never ending. To bask in the glory of all who have known him and respected the man he had become is a blessing. The man you raised is a person of virtue and love. To have blessed those whom he met with his knowledge, compassion and wisdom. I pray for you my friend that you and Nick May find comfort in the knowledge that he is with our Lord and Savior and waiting for all of us
Anonymous says
So sad. I praying for the family i don’t know Benjamin Fisher. I’m truly sorry for the lose
Ken Shilt says
I was heart broken to hear of Ben’s passing. I always is very difficult to lose a family member ,regardless of the circumstances. As your family must carry this heavy burden, I pray that the love and support of your friends and your strong faith will lift you up. Tears are the price we must pay for loving someone. Keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Constancia (Wendt) Russell says
Dearest Jo and Nick,
My heartfelt condolences. I cannot imagine the pain you must be feeling. Yet there is room for rejoicing because Ben has joined his big brother Josh, with Jesus. May God console you and may your many sweet memories bring you peace.
Constancia Russell