GANSEVOORT – Frederick H. Fisk of Leonard Street passed away, on Saturday, August 16, 2014, at his home with his loving wife and family by his side.
Frederick was born on March 6, 1928, in Durkeetown, NY he was the son of the late Frederick and Helen (Rosa) Fisk.
A wonderful 57 year marriage to Olga S. Sepe resulted in five children; Paul Fisk, Frederick Fisk, John Fisk, Lisa Kelly, and Lori Smith, and grandchildren; Rebecca, Ginevra, Dana, Tyler, Josey, Liam, and Madeline, all survivors. He lived by and taught his children the principles of honesty, working hard, and giving others the benefit of the doubt. He loved his wife with a passion seldom seen and sacrificed much for his children.
In his youth Frederick traveled around the world many times in his fourteen years in the Merchant Marines. He served in the army for two years during the Korean war. Until retirement in 1990 he was a self-employed building contractor with Fisk Enterprises in Hudson Falls, NY and F. Fisk Construction in Wilton, NY.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brothers Dewitt and Winfield and his sister Helen.
Friends are invited to call from 11 to 12 Noon on Thursday August 21st, 2014 at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.
Funeral services will follow immediately after at the funeral home.
The Rite of Committal will follow at Glens Falls Cemetery on Bay Street in the City of Glens Falls.
Dear Olga and Family,
We were so sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. The memory of our years on Pleasantview Dr. are so very special to us. You, Fred and your children always made us feel like family. He will be missed by so many people including us. Our family vacation in Ocean City, NJ is underways so we won’t be able to see you for the services. We will be thinking of you all.
Love,
Emmy and Gary
Olga, Paul and family –
I was thinking kind thoughts about Fred this morning as I read of his passing. He was one of the first contractors I worked with – and learned from – early in my career as an architect. Our association continued for many years. I am sorry I won’t be able to pay my respects in person on Thursday, but my thoughts will be with you.
Bob Joy
Dear Paul, and Family,
Although I never knew your father, I read of his passing in the Post Star, and would like to offer my deepest condolences. I remember you to be a truly kind and sincere person, Paul, and it sounds like you learned some of that from your father. My thoughts are with you and yours.
Ellen Smith