Earlene Fisher, 77, passed away in her home in Eureka on March 16, 2025. She was born on October 15, 1948 in Arkansas, the fourth of five children of Pauline and William Cox. She is survived by her sister Linda Ferdick of Merced, her nephew William Ferdick of Merced and numerous other nieces and nephews throughout the U.S.

Earlene and her family moved frequently throughout Earlene’s childhood and in Planada, California, Earlene met and married her first and only love, Jerry Fisher, who had recently been honorably discharged from the army after service as a Ranger in Vietnam. The young couple settled in there and owned and operated a number of liquor and video stores for many years.

Earlene and Jerry fell in love with Humboldt County and decided to move to Eureka. In Eureka, they ran a Rental Property Service for many years until Jerry became ill and they sold the business so Earlene could care for him. Jerry died in 2012 from Agent Orange complications after 48 happy years of marriage.

For many years after Jerry’s death, Earlene managed the North Coast Standdown, helping veterans and their families by providing support, information and basic services. She also volunteered for many years at the Humboldt Senior Resource Center, where she made many friends who will sadly miss her.

Earlene was a light in the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing her. Her journey on this earth was one marked by love and compassion. Her passing has left a void in the hearts of her family, friends and the many whose lives she touched. We ask that you remember her not for the way her life ended, but for the way it was lived and for the impact it had on those who had the privilege of experiencing her generous and caring nature. You will be missed, Earlene!

A celebration of life will be held at a future date.

Anyone wishing to make a donation in Earlene’s memory might consider Hospice of Humboldt or the Senior Resource Center for their donation as well as any charity of their choice.

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