Marylynn A. Fischer

Marylynn Alice Fischer, 80, of Fort Collins Colorado, passed away August 12, 2016 after a lengthy battle with a brain aneurysm. Born May 3, 1936 in Denver Colorado, she is predeceased by her parents, Alice and Hugh Keithly and her brothers, Roland, Russ and Leroy. Marylynn went to South High School in Denver Colorado and graduated 1954. She went on to earn a degree in Zoology from Colorado State University. She met her husband of 58 years, Gene Fischer, while at college and was married shortly after graduation. Being strong willed and independent, Marylynn decided to balance marriage and motherhood with her passion for animals. Marylynn went on to raise 4 children, Lynne, Erik, Karen and Christopher with hundreds of horses, dogs, cats, and any other animal that was lucky enough to be adopted into the household. Her passion for animals is reflected in her donations to Colorado State University where she was instrumental in developing the equine program and support of the Vet school. With her husband, Gene Fischer they transformed their retired racing horses into amazing working animals on their cattle ranch near Tie Siding, Wyoming. Marylynn was also known for her love of German shepherds, fine red wine, spy novels and her travel with family and friends to Jamaica and all over Europe. Survivors include her two daughters, Lynne Fischer of Denver, CO and Karen Fischer of Fort Collins; her two sons, Erik Fischer of Fort Collins and Christopher Fischer of Vienna, Austria. She also has granddaughter, Evan Fischer of Fort Collins and Paul Fischer of Vienna, Austria.

The family will have a private spreading of the ashes on their ranch in Wyoming. Bohlender Funeral Chapel handled all the arrangements.

Memorial donations may be made to: Community Foundation of Northern Colorado, 4745 Wheaton Drive, Unit 100, Fort Collins CO 80525, 970)224-3462, https://www.mycommunityfoundationnc.org/donate