Robin Roy Fisher
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Robin Roy Fisher, 62, of Lee’s Summit, MO, passed away in the comfort of his home on December 25, 2023 after an incredibly well fought 31-month battle with GBM brain cancer.
Robin was born on October 2nd, 1961 to Bobby and Sue (Marr) Fisher of Warrensburg. After graduating from Warrensburg High School in 1980, he went on to attain a double major in Finance and Management and play football and golf at CMSU. In February of 2023, he was inducted into the Hall of Fame for his outstanding football achievements.
Robin met the love of his life, Ann Wilson, in 1981, and they wed in 1985. They were blessed with two children, Kailey Jane and Colton Thomas. Robin’s family meant more to him than anything else in the world, something he often mentioned. His two grandsons, Brooks (3) and Bennett (9 months) brought him boundless joy.
Robin was a force of nature, determined to always give 100%. He was a passionate, yet humble competitor— named “The Natural” in the Warrensburg Daily Star Journal. In the finance industry, he achieved national accolades numerous times over his 30-year career. His work ethic, drive, and charisma were unmatched. Robin loved his beach time during Winter visits to Marco Island, Florida. He enjoyed sunset watching, pontoon boating, was an avid parade watcher, happy-hour hunter, and golfer.
Robin is survived by his wife Ann (Wilson) Fisher of the home; daughter Kailey Black (Taylor), son Colton Fisher; his parents Bobby and Sue Fisher; sister Debbie Jones (Rich); sister Vicky Larkin (Doug); sister-in-law Winnie Davis; two grandsons – Brooks and Benny; and many beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, and loved ones.
Visitation will be 9:30-11:15am followed by a memorial service 11:30-12:30pm on Wednesday, January 3rd at Woods Chapel United Methodist Church in Lee’s Summit, Missouri. Robin was a member of WCUMC since 1999. Join us via Livestream (link below) if you cannot attend the service. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to Woods Chapel’s Cancer Connection Fund.
In my early teen years, I was very intimidated by Robin, simply because of his extraordinary athletic talent. My adolescent brain must have figured that anyone that good on the playing field (ANY playing field, in Robin’s case) must not have been a very nice person around the rest of us mere mortals. And then I became his teammate. Oh, how wrong I was. He was such a great guy, friendly, nice, encouraging, welcoming to even the lesser-talented teammates, never a bully, never showing off, always – always – a smile on his face. A helluva competitor, but a great guy. After high school, I didn’t have an awful lot of interactions with him, but every time I did see him the following 30+ years, no matter what setting, he was always his old friendly, happy, smiling self – somebody who always made you feel better and happier just being around him. And that persona was his work persona as well – I knew a fair number of State Street people based in the East Coast who also knew Robin, and they loved him as well. He truly was one of the shining lights in this world. My condolences to Bobby, Sue, Ann and the rest of the family.
I just found out about Robins passing today and I can’t get him out of my mind as to what a great soul he had and how he favorably impacted so many lives in his lifetime. I knew Robin as my brother-in-law for many years and his smile and laughter were irreplaceable. As so many have said, he had athletic abilities that few could match. However what captivated me even more was Robin’s constant smile, joy, and humor he blessed everyone around him with. I was around him often when a game may have been lost due to a specific person or a specific play. Rather than criticize that person or play, Robin spent his time looking within to see how maybe he… not his teammate… could have played a better game. Winning was very important to Robin but never at the cost of his character or morality. Was was simply a man’s man. I never knew anyone that didn’t enjoy Robins company and his character could not be questioned. I would never try to even remotely say that I feel the pain that his immediate family is feeling while making a transition of life without Robin. I hadn’t seen Robin in years… but I too have a void in my heart and pray that his family has or will find comfort in knowing that he has gone home to be with his heavenly father and rejoice with his Grandparents. My condolences to Bobby, Sue, Ann, Vicky, and Debbie. My prayers are with you.