Onorina “Rina” Fischer

Onorina “Rina” Fischer, 67, Gas City, passed away in Marion General Hospital on Thursday, February 15, 2018.  She was born in Massawa, Ethiopia, to the late Oscar and Meherit Lombardi.

Rina was a Nursing Assistant at the Marion V.A. Medical Center for over 20 years and had previously worked for Mississinewa Community Schools.  She was a fun-loving, unique, and charismatic woman.  Some of her hobbies and favorite activities included collecting and decorating, music, and dancing.  She also loved being near the ocean, especially going to Tybee Island with her best friend, Edna.

She is survived by her son, Alan J. (Crystal) Fischer, Gas City; daughter, Tammi R. (Cameron) Catey, Gas City; grandchildren, Calan Sprouse, Jacob Catey, Rylee Catey, and Mia Bella Catey; brother, Roberto; sisters, Irene, Sylvana, Mirisa, and Miriam; several nieces, nephews, and friends; and her dog, Pepe.

A memorial visitation will be held from 12 noon to 1 p.m. with Rina’s Celebration of Life Service beginning at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, February 27, 2018, at Integrity Funeral Care, 2901 S. Washington St., Marion, IN.

Online condolences may be made at www.ifccares.com.

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