Fisher, Joanne Bedford, 76, of Riverview, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend passed peacefully into the loving arms of our heavenly Father on Saturday, November 14, 2009, with her loving family by her side. Joanne is preceded in death by her husband of 51 years "Fish" (Carl), her parents Harold and Esther Bedford, and one sister, Barbara Lala. Joanne worked for Rozier Machinery for many years and retired from Ringhaver Equipment Company in 1999. Joanne is survived by her girls, Tammy (John), Teri (Dick), Lisa and Jeanne. She was the best Mom EVER! Her Grandchildren, Christi, Mark, Jennifer, Angel, Charlie, Allen (Kelli), Jenifer, Angie, Ashlee, and Barbra. Her Great Grandchildren, Grace, Logan, Jamie, Kyla, and Baby Noah.

A celebration of life will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 21, 2009, at Serenity Meadows Funeral Home, 6919 Providence Road. Visitation 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. A reception for family and friends will be held at the VFW Post 8108, 7504 Riverview Drive following the service to celebrate Joanne's life. The family wishes to extend our heartfelt thanks and gratitude to the staff of Sun Terrace Healthcare Center for their amazing care, love and support. Flowers will be accepted or donations may be made to the Sun Towers Scholarship Fund, 101 Trinity Lakes Drive, Sun City Center, Florida 33573.