Francis Marion Fisher

Francis Marion Fisher

• Father: Christopher Fisher b. 5 July 1802, d. 10 October 1884
• Mother: Nancy Hammond b. 30 January 1809, d. 1 June 1890

• Francis Marion Fisher was born circa October 1849 in Geneva, Ontario County, New York.
• He was known as Frank.
• Christopher Fisher and Nancy Hammond appeared in the US federal census of 1 June 1850 in Seneca, Ontario County, New York. Other members of the household included Francis Marion Fisher, George W. Fisher, Harriet Fisher, William H. Fisher and Catharine Fisher.
• Christopher Fisher and Nancy Hammond appeared in the US federal census of 1 June 1860 in Geneva PO, Ontario County, New York. Other members of the household included Francis Marion Fisher, George W. Fisher, Mary A. (?), Hattie B. Fisher and Catharine Fisher.
• Nancy Hammond and Christopher Fisher, appeared in the US federal census of 1 June 1870 in Geneva PO, New York. Other members of the household included Francis Marion Fisher, Catharine Fisher, William H. Fisher, Harriet L. VanGelder, Emma L. Fisher and Minnie Fisher.
• He was a school teacher, according to the 1870 census.
• Christopher Fisher and Nancy Hammond appeared in the US federal census of 1 June 1880 in Geneva, New York. Other members of the household included Francis Marion Fisher.
• He was a farmer, according to the 1880 census.
• The following appeared on 14 October 1884 in The Geneva Advertiser: Christopher Fihser -- A week or two ago mention was made of the serious illness of this old gentleman, residing in the town of Geneva. He passed quietly away last Friday, aged 82, years, 3 months and five days. He was probably, the day of his death, the oldest gentleman living who was born in the town of Geneva. Warrm in his friendship, social and unassuming in all his ways, honest to the last degree in his dealings, he was greatly loved and respected by all with whom he came in contact. The end of such a man is peace. He leaves an aged widow, three sons, George, William and Frank, and three married daughters, Mrs. P. F. Ayres, Mrs. B. D. Staats, and another whose present name we have forgotten. The funeral took place from his late home Sunday afternoon, and was very largely attended by his friends and neighbors, among whom were David and Thomas Barron, aged 85 and 82, respectively. All his children, too were present. Rev. Dr. Buck officiated, and the remains were interred in the quiet cemetery at Sand Hill.
• The following appeared on 16 December 1884 in the Geneva Advertiser: Frank W. Fisher has bought the interest of his brothers and sisters, and acquired full title to the homestead farm a little west of Geneva. He is the youngest member of the family, and his aged mother will remain with him the balance of her days.
• He married Emma Ida Robson, daughter of (?) Robson and Unknown (?), on 24 June 1885 in Reach Township, Ontario, Canada.
• The following appeared on 7 July 1885 in the Geneva Advertiser: The Port Perry (Canada) Observer gives a very brilliant and graceful send-off to our young friend Mr. Frank M. Fisher of this town, who was married to Miss Emma I. Robson of Manchester, Canada, on the 24th June last. A very large company of friends were assembled, a most inviting wedding feast was served, scores of beautiful, valuable and useful gifts were examined and admired, and in the evening the newly married couple started for their home in the States. Mr. Fisher has brought to his country home a richly deserved matrimonial prize.
• The following appeared on 6 June 1890 in The Geneva Gazette: Mrs. Christopher Fisher died quite suddenly at the residence of her son Frank, in the westerly part of this town, Sunday evening last, aged 81 years. She was a native of Connecticut, brought to this town at the age of six years by her parents.
       On Dec. 25th, 1825, she was married to Christopher Fisher and immediately settled on the farm where she resided at the time of her death. Mrs. Fisher raised a family of three boys--Frank M., Wm. H. of Geneva, and the late Geo. W. who died in Canandaigua in Feb. 1888--and three girls, Mrs. P. F. Ayers of Rushville, Mrs. S. Spangle of Hopewell, and Mrs. B. D. Staats of Geneva. The surviving children and grand children with one exception were present at the funeral and followed their beloved and devoted mother to her final resting place, in the beautiful Sand Hill cemetery, where her lamented husband had been resting for nearly six years.
       Mrs. F. was a devoted member of the M. E. Church for 47 years, having been converted and received into full communion with the Church under the ministration of Elder Elijah Hebard in 1843.
       The funerasl took place from her former home at 2:30 p. m. on June 4th, 1890, and was attended by a large concourse of sorrowing relatives and friends. Dr. Buck, assisted by Rev. Mr. Nichols of the M. E. Church, and Dr. Moore of the Baptist Church, officiated, and all paid tribute to her excellent Christian faith.
• Francis Marion Fisher and Emma Ida Robson appeared in the New York state census of 16 February 1892 in Geneva, New York, enumerated next to Frank's brother William.. Other members of the household included Roy Robson Fisher.
• He was a farmer, according to the 1892 state census.
• The following appeared on 27 January 1899 in the Geneva Gazette: Mr. and Mrs. P. F. Ayers Celebrate Their Golden Wedding. The completion of 50 years of married life was the occasion of a most delightful event in the handsome residence of Mr. and Mrs. Ayers of Rushville, Tuesday, Dec. 27, 1898.
       That Mr. and Mrs. Ayers have made a host of friends both in Rushville and elsewhere during their long residence here was clearly demonstrated by the many valuable gifts and the many friends who were present and congratulated them on the 50th anniversary of their wedding Tuesday afternoon.
       By the aid of an arch tied with white ribbon and the banking of potted plants, the parlor presented a fairyland appearance. An elaborate dinner was served at 1 P. M. of which between fifty and sixty partook. One of the pretty things of the menu was a cake wreathed with mistletoe and holly, (the gift of Mrs. Keith of Seneca). One of the principal features of the afternoon was a surprise to Mr. Ayers. It came immediately after the refreshments. In well chosen words Rev. W. S. H. Hermans, pastor of the M. E. Church, made a graceful and impressive presentation address. It was a handsomely engraved gold-headed cane, the souvenir of the M. E. Church of Rushville to be handed down in succession to each of the oldest male members of the family. Mr. Ayers responded with brief but touching expressions of trust. Among those who enjoyed the happy event from out of town were Mr. and Mrs. Simon Spangle, Mr. and Mrs. Philip Spangle of Hopewell; Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Fisher, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Keith of Seneca; Mr. and Mrs. Beekman D. Staats, Mr. Frank Fisher and son, Roy, Mrs. Stanley Harris, her daughter, Jessie, and son, Alfred of Geneva. Regrets from out-of-town friends were received, accompanied by letters of congratulations.
• Francis Marion Fisher and Emma Ida Robson appeared in the US federal census of 1 June 1900 in Geneva, Ontario County, New York, at 264 Washington Street. Sons Roy and Harold are not enumerated in the household (?)
• He was a dealer in agricultural implements, according to the 1900 census.
• The following appeared on 4 April 1908 in the Geneva Daily Times: Mrs. Frank M. Fisher of Washington street left Wedensday for Toronto, Canada, having been called there by the illness of her mother, Mrs. G. L. Robson. This morning Mr. Fisher received word of Mrs. Robson's death and with his sons, Harold and Roy, left this afternoon for that city.
• The following appeared on 30 July 1912 in the Geneva Daily Times: William H. Fisher, aged 78 years, died this morning at 4:40 o'clock at his late home in Seneca. He had been a resident of this vicinity all his life. He is survived by his widow; two daughters, Mrs. Stanley Harris of Washington street, this city, and Mrs. C. A. Keith of Seneca; two sisters, Mrs. Simon Spangle of Hopewell and Mrs. B. Statts of this city; one brother, Frank M. Fisher of this city. The funeral will take place Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock from his late home at Seneca. Rev. Milton F. Negus, pastor of the Baptist church of this city, will officiate. Burial will be made in the Sand Hill Cemetery.
• The following appeared in the Geneva Daily Times: (Hopewell, Nov. 6) The funeral of Mrs. Harriet Spangle was held from her late home on Wednesday afternoon, at 1:30 with Rev. E. E. Grosh, pastor of the Presbyterian church of Seneca Castle officiating. Interment was made in Chapman cemetery.
       Mrs. Spangle died on Sunday morning at her home on Spangle street, of dropsy, aged 83 years. The deceased has been in failing health for some time, owing to advanced age.
       The deceased was the widow of the late Simon Spangle. She is survived by one brother, Frank Fisher of Geneva and a niece, Mrs. Charles Keith, of Spangle street.
• Francis Marion Fisher and Emma Ida Robson appeared in the US federal census of 1 January 1920 in Geneva, Ontario County, New York, at 264 Wshington Street. Other members of the household included Harold L. Fisher and Frank R. Fisher.
• He was employed as a clerk by a hardware company, according toe 1920 census.
• Francis Marion Fisher and Emma Ida Robson appeared in the US federal census of 1 April 1930 in Geneva, New York, at 264 Washington Street. Other members of the household included Harold L. Fisher.
• The following appeared on 22 July 1933 in the Geneva Daily Times: Harold L. Fisher of 264 Washington street, well known in this city and Rochester as a singer, died at the Geneva General Hospital early this morning after an illness of several weeks.
       Mr. Fisher, a tenor, started his vocal career as a young boy and had sung in practically every church in this city at some time or other. He sang for three years at St. Paul's Episcopal church in Rochester.
       He was a member of Ark Lodge, No. 33, F. & A. M., was a Past High Priest of Geneva chapter, No. 36, R. A. M., a member of Geneva Commandery, No. 29, Knights Templar, Unmarkan Grotto, No. 21, of this city, and of Damascus Shrine at Rochester. He was a member of the Hydrant Hose Company and of Trinity Episcopal church. Mr. Fisher was also a member of the Geneva Community Chorus.
       He leaves his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank M. Fisher; two brothers, Roy R. Fisher of this city and the Rev. Frank Fisher of Scottsville.
       The fuuneral will be held Monday afternoon at 3 o'clock from his late residence on Washington street with the Rev. D. George E. Norton of St. Paul's, Rochester, officiating, assisted by the Rev. Alexander Thompson of the North Presbyterian church. Burial will be in Glenwood Cemetery. Friends are requested to please omit flowers.
• Francis Marion Fisher died on 18 July 1935 in Geneva, New York, at 264 Washington Street at his residence.
• Emma Ida Robson became a widow at his death.
• He was interred at Glenwood Cemetery, Geneva, Ontario County, New York.
• The following appeared on 18 July 1935 in the Geneva Daily Times: Frank M. Fisher of 264 Washington street died early this morning at his home. Mr. Fisher was born in the town of Geneva on the old Fisher homestead. After graduation from Geneva Classical and Union School he taught for a short period at Rushville. Later he became connected with the Clifton Springs Sanitarium, but upon the death of his father returned to his former home and took up the management of the farm. He remained there until about forty years ago when he built his present residence on Washington street.
       He entered into the farm and implement business in partnership with Edward Robson remaining until the firm was dissolved when he entered the employ of the Wilson Hardware Company and later Dorchester and Rose, where he stayed until his retirement in 1925. Mr. Fisher was a member of the Board of Public Works under the administration of Mayor Daniel Moore. He was one of the first presidents of the Rippey Class of the First Presbyterian church.
       Besides his widow, Mrs. Emma R. Fisher, he is survived by two sons, Roy R. of Geneva and the Rev. Frank R. Fisher, rector of St. Mark's and St. John's Episcopal church, Rochester.
       The funeral will be held from the home Saturday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock with burial in Glenwood Cemetery. The Rev. Jerome Kates of St. Stephen's Episcopal church, Rochester, a personal friend of the family, will have charge of the service. Please omit flowers.

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