Nathan Fischer

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Nathaniel J. Fischer
Date Of Birth:06/15/1997
Date Of Death:06/15/2012
Service Date:Funeral service at 10:00 am on Tuesday, June 19, 2012 at the Roanoke Apostolic Christian Church. Visitation on Monday evening from 5-8 pm at Knapp-Johnson-Harris Funeral Home in Roanoke and from 9-9:45 am on Tuesday at the church.

Nathaniel J. Fischer

Roanoke- Nathaniel J. Fischer, 15, of Roanoke, IL passed away at 2:04 pm on Friday, June 15, 2012 at the Children's Hospital at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria, IL. He was born on June 15, 1997 in Chicago, IL a son of Bruce W. and Debbie Saathoff Fischer.

Surviving are his parents Bruce and Debbie Fischer of Roanoke, IL; one brother, Sam(Erica) Fischer; one sister, Emma Fischer; paternal grandmother, Clara Fischer; maternal grandparents, George and Thelma Saathoff; and one niece, Mackenzie Fischer.

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Wilmer "Buster" Fischer, and one brother, Steven Fischer.

Nathaniel attended Robert Jamison School in Peoria and had recently transferred to Hope Institute in Springfield, IL.

He attended the Roanoke Apostolic Christian Church where funeral services will be held at 10:00 am on Tuesday, June 19, 2012. Church ministers will officiate. Visitation will be held from 5-8 pm on Monday evening at the Knapp-Johnson-Harris Funeral Home in Roanoke and from 9-9:45 am before the service at the church on Tuesday. Burial will be in the Roanoke Apostolic Christian Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Midwest Affiliate or the Children's Hospital at OSF St. Francis Medical Center. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.knappjohnsonharris.com.



  • From: Cheryl Herrmann
    Location:United States

    Bruce and Debbie and family, Praying for you and your loss of precious Nathan. He was a joy to many. Love, Cheryl

  • From: Kathi Simmons
    Location:Peoria, IL

    Bruce and Debbie, I am so sorry for your loss. I will be praying for you.

  • From: Teri Cargill
    Location:Benson

    So sorry for your loss, may God hold your family together through this time of pain and sorrow. Nathan was loved by many and will be missed even by more.

  • From: Steve & Sonnie Moritz
    Location:Roanoke

    Bruce, Deb, & family, We are so very sorry for the loss of your dear son. He was such a joy and he will be missed by so many. May God guide you through this time and bless you all! You are in our prayers.

  • From: Shannon Laesch
    Location:Lexington

    Debbie and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Nathan sure sounded like a special guy. Praying for your family.

  • From: Loni & Jim (Freddie from Jamison) Piper
    Location:West Peoria

    We are so very sorry to for your loss. We knew Nathan from school. He and our son Freddie were friends at Jamison and Hope. Please know that your family are in our prayers. May God bring you comfort and peace in your hearts.

  • From: Stacey Friedlein
    Location:Twin Falls, Idaho

    Bruce and Debbie, Sorry to hear of your loss. May God surround you with his love and comfort and may good memories sustain you now and always. With deepest sympathy, Stacey Friedlein

  • From: Jean Hickok
    Location:El Paso

    So very sorry, Debbie. I know Nathan was such a joy to you. Please take time for yourself and do not worry about work. It's covered. My thoughts are with you and your family. Jean H

  • From: Karen Orendorff

    So very saddened to hear of your loss. My heart and prayers go out to you. Nathan was such a joy, my memories of him brings me smiles and laughter. Please know that I am with you in thoughts and prayers.

  • From: Bethany Thompson
    Location:Dunlap, IL

    I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. I volunteered in Nathan's classroom for a college class several years ago, and have many memories of him. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

  • From: Deb  Stewart
    Location:Minonk

    Bruce and Debbie I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

  • From: Debbie  (Booth) Galbreath
    Location:Pittsfield,IL.

    Bruce,Debbie and Emma, We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We know Nathan is in heaven now with Steven and Tom, and enjoying each other at this time. May we have the comfort together to meet them all in Heaven someday too. Debbie, Dennis Galbreah, Michael Booth family and Stephanie Heightman family.

  • From: Craig Paluska
    Location:Roanoke

    Bruce, Deb, and Family, You are in our thoughts and prayers during this time. Our sympathy goes out to you. Craig and Vickie Paluska Pearl Paluska

  • From: Margo  Dyer
    Location:Fairbury

    Sorry for your loss.

  • From: Curt & Norma Witzig
    Location:Gridley, IL

    Safe! in the Arms of Jesus! So swiftly Nathaniel was called home. May God comfort your family with His Encompassing Love.

  • From: Curt & Norma Witzig
    Location:Gridley, IL

    Safe! in the Arms of Jesus! So swiftly Nathaniel was called home. May God comfort your family with His Encompassing Love.

  • From: Carolyn Lasley
    Location:Peoria

    Debbie and Bruce I want you to know that Nathan will be remembered at Jamieson with smiles and giggles. That is always what he worked so hard at. If he could get one of us to laugh with him, then that made his day. Of course if you would sing with him, especially the song Bruce song on his 'nap' tape, then he was over the moon. On a number of days he would have the students in the back of the classroom quietly singing with him. He will forever be 'Our Nathan'.

  • From: Marty and Natalie Martino
    Location:Marcellus, NY

    Debbie and Bruce. My the Lord console you and your family in your time of need. I never met your son but if he was anything like the both of you, he was a joy to be around.

  • From: Denni Proctor
    Location:Bloomington

    Dear Emma, I'm so sorry to hear about your brother. I know how much you loved him and how much he meant to you. I will keep you in my prayers. Mrs. Proctor

  • From: Denni Proctor
    Location:Bloomington

    Dear Emma, I'm so sorry to hear about your brother. I know how much you loved him and how much he meant to you. I will keep you in my prayers. Mrs. Proctor

  • From: Denni Proctor
    Location:Bloomington

    Dear Emma, I'm so sorry to hear about your brother. I know how much you loved him and how much he meant to you. I will keep you in my prayers. Mrs. Proctor

  • From: teresa cirks
    Location:minonk,il

    I was so sorry to hear about Nathaniel . You two have been very devoted parents to this very special boy and you both will have a special place in heaven with him when that day comes. MAy god bless your family and keep you with the spirit that Nathaniel would want. OUr thoughts and prayers are with your family Ray and teresa Cirks

  • From: Kevin KleinKevinK
    Location:Jacksonville, il

    Our best wishes are extended to you in this time do sorrow. Kevin and Jaime Klein

  • From: Bill Wuthrich
    Location:Peoria Il

    Keep trusting in God's perfect will for us. Our prayers continue for your strength though a hard time.

  • From: Bill Wuthrich
    Location:Peoria Il

    Keep trusting in God's perfect will for us. Our prayers continue for your strength though a hard time.

  • From: Barbara Weber
    Location:Kickapoo, IL

    Deb & Bruce: I continue to pray for strength and some peace for you both. You've been through so much with Steven, and now with Nathan. God couldn't have given these 2 boys better parents. He is always in charge and always knows what He is doing. Just know that your boys are together now and walking and talking and loving each other like they did on earth. God never sleeps. So you both try to rest now. Love ya, Barb

  • From: Christa Lawhun
    Location:United States

    Prayers to the family! This beautiful young man was taken far to young. Born and died same date. God must have Nathaniel wrapped in his loving arms. I am truly sorry for you loss and wished I had the pleasure of meeting Nathaniel.

  • From: Matthew Barth
    Location:Eureka

    My thoughts are with you in this difficult time.

  • From: breonna knox
    Location:peoria

    sorry to hear about Nate he was an awsum friend of mine at jamieson school i am gunna miss him alot!!!!!!!!!!

  • From: Matt Reedy
    Location:Auburn, IL

    I am so sorry to hear about Nate when I heard it broke my heart like I know it did yours. He was a really good kid and I am going to miss him around for several reasons. He will be truely missed by anyone who had the pleasure of knowing him.