It is with heavy hearts and great sadness that the family of Christel announces her passing after a brief illness on Wednesday November 12, 2014, just 12 days after her 83rd birthday. Pre-deceased by her husband of 57 years Harold Fischer (2010).

Cherished Mom of Katrin and her husband Joe, Chris, Tom and his wife Therese and Nick. Loving Grandmother of Chantelle and her husband Mark, Shane and Colin.

A celebration of life reception will be held at Barnes Memorial Funeral Home, 5295 Thickson Rd. N. Whitby on Sunday (November 16th) from 2 until 4 p.m.

In memory of Christel, memorial donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated.