Betsy

Lillian Elizabeth “Betsy” Collmus Fisher, 72, died peacefully on the evening of August19, 2026, at Kline Hospice House in Mount Airy, Maryland, surrounded by her family.

Betsy was born on September 15, 1953, to Dwight and Serene Quynn Collmus of Frederick, Maryland. A lifelong Frederick resident, she grew up in the city she would continue to call home throughout her life. She attended Parkway Elementary School and Frederick High School before continuing her education at Wilson College, where she graduated with a B.A. in Fine Arts.

While attending Frederick High School, Betsy met Robert Thomas Fisher Jr. The two were married on August 23, 1975, and together they raised four children in Frederick, building a life centered on family, faith, friendship, creativity, and service to their community.

Above all, Betsy devoted herself to raising her family and cultivating a loving home. She treasured family traditions and made holidays and gatherings occasions to be remembered. She loved traveling and cooking, nurtured deep and lasting friendships, and remained a gifted and passionate artist throughout her life, creating cherished works of art until her final days.

To those who knew her, Betsy was a bright star who always seemed to shine. She approached life with a remarkably positive spirit, a sharp wit, and a wonderful sense of humor. Even during challenging moments, she had a gift for finding the humor in a situation and making those around her laugh. Her warmth, optimism, and ability to bring joy to others remained hallmarks of who she was throughout her life.

Betsy was a lifelong member of the Evangelical Reformed United Church of Christ, where her faith was expressed through decades of service. She taught Sunday School, served several terms as an Elder, and served two terms as President of the Consistory.

Her commitment to Frederick extended throughout the community. Betsy was a member of the Garden Club of Frederick for 44 years, serving in numerous leadership positions, including as President. She was also a lifelong member of the Friends of Baker Park and served for many years on its Board of Directors.

She served several terms on the Board of Directors of the Delaplaine Visual Arts Education Center, was the youngest life member of the Auxiliary Board at Frederick Health Hospital, volunteered with the PTA for 22 years, and served on the Board of Associates at Hood College.

Betsy is survived by her husband of over 50 years, Dr. Robert T. Fisher Jr.; their four children, Robert T. Fisher III and his wife, Kristen, and their children, Alden and Charlotte; James C. Fisher and his wife, Leah, and their children, Monty and Maeve; Harrison Q. Fisher and his wife, Stephanie, and their children, Isabella, Lucas, Sarita, and Mateo; and Elizabeth Moulton and her husband, Brian, and their children, Lucy and Layla.

She is also survived by her sister Cathy Pappenberger (Joerg), her brothers Daniel and John Collmus (Jacquelyn). She is preceded in death by her parents Dwight and Serene Collmus.

A celebration of life will be held on the 28 th of August 2026 at the Evangelical Reformed Church of Christ (15 W Church St, Frederick, MD 21701) at 11:00 am followed by a reception.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions be made in Betsy’s memory to the Hurwitz Breast Cancer Fund.