Westfield – Alma Irene (Stich) Fisher received her crown of glory on Wednesday evening surrounded by her children. The daughter of Ludwig and Justina Stich, she was born in Poland and immigrated to the United States in 1951 with her sister and father. Alma married her dearest love, Eddy and began a life together in Westfield, where they raised their family. Alma was pre-deceased by her siblings, William Muranko, Emil Stich, Berta Nass, and Edna Hlava; her husband of 64 years, Edward; and a son, Timothy. Her passing is mourned by her children, Ruth Deacon of Southwick, David (Jory) Fisher of Bel Air, Maryland and daughter-in-law, Kimberly (Liptak) Fisher of Peoria, Arizona, many nieces and nephew around the country and in Germany. She was a gushing grandmother to anyone who would listen to the tales about her 10 grandchildren, Matthew, Kristina, Katherine, Amanda, Elizabeth, Virginia, Benjamin, Rebecca, Jana and Brett. Alma was equally proud of her 4 great-grandsons, Ryan, Eric, Timothy and Benjamin. As was an active member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, Westfield, she enjoyed the fellowship and various mission projects led by the women’s groups. She looked forward to baking for various church events, especially the annual holiday bazaar. Throughout her life, she worked hard to help support the family, as a factory worker, housekeeper, and counter clerk at Dunkin Donuts (as some customers still recall). Alma enjoyed being a homemaker and took pride in her family and house. When she wasn’t tending the flower garden, she could be seen walking the neighborhood, to her favorite local lottery agent. Taking a swim in the YMCA pool, followed by coffee and a donut at Dunkins was an enjoyable routine for her. Alma enjoyed having fun with friends hosting card parties, taking trips to the casino, playing bingo, ocean cruising, knitting and crocheting. Her friends often speak of her willingness to help in any way she could. She took great pleasure in offering rides to friends in need, visiting shut-ins, and baking her delicious German Kuchen as gifts. Alma will be missed by many in the community and remembered fondly for her wit, charm, and humor. The family wishes to thank the staff and residents of Arbors Assisted Living Community for their friendship and support over the past few years. Family visitation hours will be at Firtion Adams Funeral Home, 76 Broad Street, Westfield, MA from 2-4 on Saturday, December 15th and at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 60 Broad Street, Westfield, MA at 1:30 on Sunday the 16th. A memorial service celebrating her life, will begin there at 2:00. Firtionadams.com
