Wade Francis Fisher

Wade Francis Fisher, 75, of Charleston, entered into eternal rest on May 23, 2021, surrounded by his family. Born on August 31, 1945 in Charleston, Wade was the son of the late Elizabeth M. Fisher (McKamey) and late Wade M. Fisher. Growing up on James Island, Wade was a graduate of Bishop England High School. After high school Wade earned his electrical engineering (EE) degree from the United Electronic Institute. Consequently, Wade served in the US Army for over 3 years, earning the Bronze Star Medal for a meritorious deed performed in an armed conflict. Wade received his honorary discharge from the Army at the rank of First Lieutenant.

Living in Lexington, SC most of his professional career, Wade was an accomplished electrical engineer for BellSouth while at the same time earning his master's degree in electrical engineering (MEE) and his master's degree in business administration (MBA) both from the University of South Carolina. After retiring from BellSouth, Wade worked for H & R Block until his return to his native Charleston. Wade's personal interests included living out his devout Catholic faith, membership in the Knights of Columbus, the American Legion, and a student and practitioner of the game of Chess.

Wade was predeceased by his sister Marie Enfield Fisher. Wade is survived by brother Michael Evan Fisher and sisters, Shelia Fisher Schill (Joseph) and Barbara Fisher McPherson (Johnny) all of Charleston including numerous nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends on Saturday, May 29 at 10:00 AM at the Church of the Nativity
1061 Folly Road, Charleston, SC 29412.

The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, May 29 at 11:00 AM at the Church of the Nativity. Burial will follow mass immediately at Holy Cross Cemetery, 604 Ft. Johnson Rd., Charleston, SC 29412

Expressions of sympathy may be viewed or submitted online at https://www.mcalister-smith.com.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to McALISTER-SMITH FUNERAL & CREMATION, James Island,347 Folly Road, Charleston, SC 29412, (843) 614-8494.