John Fisher was born in England, coming to the United States in 1838, locating at Boynton Falls, New Jersey. He later came to Western Pennsylvania, settling in Sharon, where he continued the iron and steel business until his death.
He was a Democrat in politics, a member of the Masonic order and of the Episcopal church.
John married Elizabeth Scott, also born in England, who bore him thirteen children: Beatrice, died young; William, John, Caroline, Selina, Moses, Edmond, Philip, Sarah, Beatrice (2), James, and two who died in infancy.
~ Old and New Westmoreland, Volume III, Published 1918, Page 174
You can visit the memorial page for John Fisher.
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