Kathleen Madrey Fisher

Kathleen Madrey Fisher was born November 17,1948, in Murray, Kentucky. She was the only surviving child of the late Ernest and Murrell Madrey. After attending Murray University School, she enrolled at Murray State University, receiving a B.S. in Business in 1970 and an M.S. in Counseling in 1972.

Kathleen met Donn for the first time as he drove through the parking lot of the Murray State Christian Student Center in his bright red GTO. She jumped on the hood and, as Donn drove around the parking lot, he turned a sharp corner and flipped Kathleen from his car. Kathleen later said, “The only injury was to my pride!” They were married three years later on a hot June day in the Rose Garden of the President’s home at Murray State. Kathleen and Donn enjoyed fifty years together, and, throughout their marriage, they always owned a sports car!

Kathleen was a devoted mom to her three children: Candice Moore (Justin), Chase Fisher (Julie), and Channing Phillips (Chris) and proud “KK” to Marissa and Landon Moore, Novi and Nash Fisher, and Margo Phillips. She enjoyed watching her children help with Highland Fellowships, being baptized at Highland camps, running cross country, graduating from college, and enjoying holidays together. Kathleen especially enjoyed celebrating Christmas, her favorite holiday, with family, whether in Kentucky, Tennessee, or a friend’s home in Florida.

She loved her family tree farm where she and Donn enjoyed many long walks. Kathleen and Donn traveled extensively throughout the United States and Europe. She enjoyed living on the edge and most of their stateside trips were made with no advance hotel reservations. Travels to Florida sometimes included three kids and two grandmothers! 

One of Kathleen’s favorite pastimes was playing games with her friends. She organized monthly game nights which became everyone’s favorite. Being with her friends who shared her love for God while laughing and playing together was a highlight for many years.

"Faith, Family, and Fellowship,” was Kathleen’s motto. She accepted everyone with an open heart and a perpetual smile. Along with her family, she hosted her annual New Year's Day brunch which became a beloved tradition for over forty years. 

Kathleen’s true joys were worshiping at Highland, fellowshipping with her wide circle of friends, and spending time with her family. She leaves a legacy of faith, love, and joy to her family and friends.

A celebration of Kathleen Fisher’s life will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, June 29, 2024, at the Highland Church of Christ, 400 North Houston Levee Road, Cordova, Tennessee 38108.

Online condolences can be made at www.jhchurchill.com 

The J.H. Churchill Funeral Home and Cremation Services are in charge of arrangements.