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A visitation will take place on Saturday, February 7, 2026 in Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home, from 3:00–5:00 pm. A service celebrating Mardell’s life will follow at 5:00 pm with Pastor John Anderson officiating. Private interment will take place in Rochester Cemetery.
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Racine- Mardell J. (nee: Ager) Fisher, age 63 years young, passed away suddenly, yet peacefully, at Aurora Mount Pleasant Hospital on Friday, January 30, 2026. She was a 30-year cancer survivor warrior, battling several bouts with various types of cancer. Through the compassionate and competent medical care provided by the staffs of Mayo Clinic and Aurora Hospital, we were blessed to be given these past 30 years of life and love with our beautiful wife & mom, Mardell.
A lifetime resident, Mardell was born in Racine, WI on August 20, 1962 to the late Kenneth and Ivadell (nee: LaRose) Ager. On July 27, 1985 in Calvary Baptist Church – Sturtevant, she was united in marriage with the love of her life, Robert D. Fisher.
A proud graduate of Union Grove Baptist School, she went on to earn her B.A. in English from Carthage College (with honors and member of Alpha Chi), while she was employed as the Carthage College event coordinator for over 22 years.
Mardell was a faithful member of Lutheran Church of the Resurrection where she had taught Sunday School. She had also volunteered as a Girl Scout Leader. Mardell was quite creative & crafty and loved every second of being together with her entire family.
Surviving are her husband of 40 years, Rob; son, Nicholas (Cassandra) Fisher; daughter, Samantha (Ethan Angeles) Fisher; adored granddaughter, Ellison (age 5); mother-in-law, Audrey (Frank) Studrawa; brothers-in-law, Tom (Lisa) Fisher and Jim (Jean) Fisher; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by sisters, Melonie (Chuck) Wahl and Marlene (Jess) Holbrook; brother, William Ager; and father-in-law, Donald Fisher.
A visitation will take place on Saturday, February 7, 2026 in Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home, from 3:00–5:00 pm. A service celebrating Mardell’s life will follow at 5:00 pm with Pastor John Anderson officiating. Private interment will take place in Rochester Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to “Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center” for their continued research.
Paige Ricchio says
I still cherish the handmade wedding card Mardell made for Gino and my wedding in 2019. And then another beautiful card for our baby shower last year. It takes a very thoughtful and creative person to put in that time and energy. Sending love and hugs to the Fishers.
Kathy Geoghan says
I am so sorry for your loss. My favorite memory of Mardell is when she was about 2 years old. Marlene and I were watching her and went out on the front porch. Instead of following us outside, she shut the door on us locking us outside while she was inside alone! Marlene climbed in the basement window and Mardell grew up to become a wonderful caring daughter and a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She will be deeply missed.
Pam Fellion says
Thinking of you and sending hugs to you and your family
Wanda Merlo says
My condolences to the family. I worked with Martell years ago.She was a beautiful person inside and out. ❤️❤️🙏🏼🙏🏼Love to the family
Tom and Matt Suttner says
We were heartbroken to hear of your loss. Mardell was a kind and loving person. We hope you can find comfort in the love and memories you shared together, and in knowing how deeply she will be missed by all whose lives she touched.
Laura Lui family says
Our deepest sympathy from our family to yours. The Lui family.