Celebrating the Life
of David L. Fisher

There are some people who leave behind buildings, some who leave behind businesses, and others who leave behind beautiful gardens. David L. Fisher leaves behind all three — but more importantly, he leaves behind a family, a community of friends, and countless lives made better because he was part of them.

David L. Fisher passed away peacefully on June 26, 2026, at the age of 86. Born on March 25, 1940, to the late Merle and Dorothy Fisher, David is survived by his beloved wife, Suzanne Fisher; his brothers, Tom Fisher and Jim Fisher; his sister, Rosemary; and his sister Jean Ann, who preceded him in death.

David was the proud father of Kyle Fisher (Eileen), Clare Brofford (Jeremy), and Nate Fisher (Kate). He was a devoted grandfather to Bo Brofford, Jonas Brofford, Thor Fisher, David “Blake” Fisher, Marshall Fisher, and Lilly Fisher.

A proud graduate of The Ohio State University, David entered the real estate business in 1969 and spent more than five decades building and operating his own property management company. He became known as a turnaround specialist — revitalizing struggling apartment communities into places families were proud to call home and strengthening neighborhoods throughout Central Ohio. He was inducted into the Columbus Apartment Association Hall of Fame in 2022.

David's greatest passion was gardening. A devoted hosta collector, he opened his gardens each year to the community, welcoming visitors to enjoy their beauty. He was a longtime member of the Columbus Roadrunners and loved running, skiing, cycling, and motorcycling. He lived fully and never did anything halfway.

A longtime Multiple Myeloma survivor, David faced every difficult season with optimism and courage — always thinking about others, always showing up. He never met a stranger. Perhaps the best way to remember David is this: he made things better than he found them. That is the legacy he leaves behind.