JoNita "Jete" Fisher
October 17, 2019
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JoNita Ann “Jete” Fisher, age 81, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 17, 2019.
Jete was born August 13, 1938 in Des Moines, Iowa to John and VaNita (Cloud) Rizer. She was a proud East High Scarlet. Jete was a school bus driver for 32 years for the West Des Moines Public School District. She always had a big bag full of snacks and crochet items. Jete was a member of Glory Baptist Church. She loved Jesus Christ and her church family. Her signature color was purple and loved anything in that color. She enjoyed her yard and doing yardwork. She was a supporter of the Valley Tigers and loved going to the Iowa State Fair to people watch.
Jete is survived by her husband of 17 years, Jim Fisher; her children, Scott (Sandy) Rogers, Steve (Jill) Rogers, Brad Rogers, Susan Rogers; her grandchildren, Curt (Dani) Rogers, Kristin (Matt) McCue, Ethan (Carly) Rogers, Ben Rogers, Sam Rogers; five great-grandchildren; stepson, Steve (Jen) Fisher; step-grandson, Nathan Fisher; and her sister, Judy (Bob) Wise.
She was preceded in death by her parents, John and VaNita Rizer and her step-son, Scott Fisher.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Monday, October 21, 2019 at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines. Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, October 22, 2019 at Glory Baptist Church, 5975 SE 46th Street, Carlisle, followed by burial at Laurel Hill Cemetery, Des Moines.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Glory Baptist Church in loving memory of Jete.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Alicia Hall
10/22/2019
I was so sorry to hear of Jete's passing. She was one special lady to endure the hundreds of children that boarded her bus over the years. In fact, over a span of 18 years, 5 of my 6 children had her as their driver. She and I would joke this was a family tradition. We shared laughter and tears through various situations. May the wonderful memories help comfort your family through this difficult time.
Diana Chandler-Scully
10/21/2019
I'm so sad to see and hear about Jete's passing. She was one of my favorite people at the WDM School busing. We had fun on extra circular trips when we went at the same time. After moving into the Western Village Mobile Home Park, I learned she lived here but didn't have the time to stop and say hi. She will be greatly missed by all who k we her.
Debbie and Jerry
10/20/2019
Dear Brad and family, we are sorry for the loss of your beloved mother.
Lucy Mabis
10/20/2019
I am so sorry Jimmy, for your loss. Jete was a great lady and so much fun. I know you miss her, but remember you have a huge family that loves you and cares about you. You can depend on us, if you need anything.