Geraldine Ann Fincken née Fisher, 68 of North Bergen, NJ passed away on Sunday May 29, 2022. Her final days were spent in comfort with her family by her side.
Geraldine was born January 28, 1954, the daughter of James and Margaret(Peggy) Fisher née Kelly.
Geraldine graduated from Hoboken High School in 1971, then went on to obtain her diploma in nursing from St Francis School of Nursing in Jersey City in 1974. She worked as an RN for over 40 years.
Geraldine married William (Bill) Fincken on March 11, 1978 at Our Lady of Grace RC church in Hoboken, then moved to make a home in North Bergen.
Geraldine is predeceased by her parents Jim and Peggy Fisher, a brother, Edward Fisher, as well as a son, Brian Fincken. Geraldine is survived by her loving husband Bill, their son William Jr his wife Kathryn, and their daughter Katie and her husband Charles Babjak. Her siblings Jaime Clifton, Margaret LoPresti, James Fisher Jr, Kenneth Fisher Sr and their spouses. Geraldine also leaves behind two nieces and many nephews as well as grandnieces and grandnephews. The highlight of her life for the past 9 years has been her grandchildren Daniel, Molly and Jacob Babjak. Not to be forgotten is Geraldine’s fur baby, her dog, Buffy.
Geraldine loved to knit, crochet, cross stitch and would craft all day if given the opportunity. She loved shopping and spending time chatting with her girlfriends over tea and coffee. She was also an avid sports fan, especially loving her NY Mets and the NY Football Giants.
Visitation will be held on June 5th, at Failla-McKnight Funeral Home from 2-7pm.
Funeral service will take place on Monday, June 6th, 11am at Sacred Heart RC Church
9034 Barr Pl, North Bergen, NJ 07047
A private burial with family will take place on June 8th at Brigadier General William C. Doyle Memorial Cemetery.
We thank you for keeping Geraldine and her family close in prayer.