May 10, 2022
May 10, 2022
Cynthia, you have been on my mind. Wishing you the best Mothers Day wish I can. RIP my dear friend.
Cynthia (Thomson) Fischer passed away at Saint Clare’s Hospital in Denville, NJ on May 9, 2020 at the age of 75 due to complications from COVID 19.
Born in Dover, NJ to George D. Thomson and Catherine (Caruso) Thomson, she grew up in Rockaway surrounded by family and friends, several of these friendships she maintained up until her passing. She attended Morris Hills High School and made it a priority to see that reunions were successful year after year. After marrying Larry Fischer and living in Denville for a brief while, they moved to Rockaway just up the street from where she grew up. There, they raised their three sons, Lorenz, Paul, and Michael. She worked several different jobs while raising her children all in hopes of giving her boys everything they ever wanted. Eventually, with the help of her sons, she opened a hobby and dollhouse store in Rockaway called Rails To Cottages. She ran the store for 20 years until its closing in 2015.
A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, our Mother’s hobbies included antiquing (yard sale-ing), playing Candy Crush on the computer, shopping, playing slot machines, spoiling her beloved pair of Chihuahuas (Frankie and Buddy), and doing everything and anything for her sons, grand-daughters, and friends. Her Grandchildren were the lights of her life. She spent uncountable hours taking them places, baking with them, and helping them with arts and craft projects. We will all surely miss Mom’s Christmas Surprise Balls, a tradition passed down from her Mother. Mom loved spending time with family and, although she loved new adventures, she was just as happy lounging around the house whenever the family was together. She didn’t hesitate for a second to do whatever was asked of her, oftentimes for strangers. She accepted everyone with open arms and an open mind.
Although your time on Earth was cut short, the impact you made on you children, grandchildren, family and friends is immeasurable and will never be forgotten. We all lost a piece of our hearts when you passed. That void will be filled with the wonderful memories we have of you and the joy-filled way you lived your life.
She is survived by her beloved husband, Larry, of 51 years and by her loving sons Lorenz Fischer (Jennifer Finkelstein) of Cranford, NJ, Dr. Paul Fischer (Jennifer Carollo) of Brigantine, NJ, and Michael Fischer of Rockaway, NJ. She is survived by her beautiful granddaughters Holly, Kara, Sierra, Isabelle, and Kayleigh. She is also survived by her brother, and sister in law, Don & Alice Thomson of Rockaway, NJ, as well as countless nephews, nieces, cousins and dear friends.
Please celebrate Cynthia by having a delicious cup of coffee, watching Dirty Dancing, singing along to a Johnny Cash song or doing a kind act for another.
Mom, you will be missed.
Memorial donations can be made in her memory to:
The Barnyard Sanctuary of Columbia, NJ (Complete the online form and include “In Memory of Cynthia Fischer” when asked how you would like your gift used)
OR
The Funny Farm Rescue an Animal Sanctuary in Mays Landing, NJ (Include “In Memory of Cynthia Fischer” when asked to add special instructions to seller)
Fertig Funeral Home
Born in Dover, NJ to George D. Thomson and Catherine (Caruso) Thomson, she grew up in Rockaway surrounded by family and friends, several of these friendships she maintained up until her passing. She attended Morris Hills High School and made it a priority to see that reunions were successful year after year. After marrying Larry Fischer and living in Denville for a brief while, they moved to Rockaway just up the street from where she grew up. There, they raised their three sons, Lorenz, Paul, and Michael. She worked several different jobs while raising her children all in hopes of giving her boys everything they ever wanted. Eventually, with the help of her sons, she opened a hobby and dollhouse store in Rockaway called Rails To Cottages. She ran the store for 20 years until its closing in 2015.
A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, our Mother’s hobbies included antiquing (yard sale-ing), playing Candy Crush on the computer, shopping, playing slot machines, spoiling her beloved pair of Chihuahuas (Frankie and Buddy), and doing everything and anything for her sons, grand-daughters, and friends. Her Grandchildren were the lights of her life. She spent uncountable hours taking them places, baking with them, and helping them with arts and craft projects. We will all surely miss Mom’s Christmas Surprise Balls, a tradition passed down from her Mother. Mom loved spending time with family and, although she loved new adventures, she was just as happy lounging around the house whenever the family was together. She didn’t hesitate for a second to do whatever was asked of her, oftentimes for strangers. She accepted everyone with open arms and an open mind.
Although your time on Earth was cut short, the impact you made on you children, grandchildren, family and friends is immeasurable and will never be forgotten. We all lost a piece of our hearts when you passed. That void will be filled with the wonderful memories we have of you and the joy-filled way you lived your life.
She is survived by her beloved husband, Larry, of 51 years and by her loving sons Lorenz Fischer (Jennifer Finkelstein) of Cranford, NJ, Dr. Paul Fischer (Jennifer Carollo) of Brigantine, NJ, and Michael Fischer of Rockaway, NJ. She is survived by her beautiful granddaughters Holly, Kara, Sierra, Isabelle, and Kayleigh. She is also survived by her brother, and sister in law, Don & Alice Thomson of Rockaway, NJ, as well as countless nephews, nieces, cousins and dear friends.
Please celebrate Cynthia by having a delicious cup of coffee, watching Dirty Dancing, singing along to a Johnny Cash song or doing a kind act for another.
Mom, you will be missed.
Memorial donations can be made in her memory to:
The Barnyard Sanctuary of Columbia, NJ (Complete the online form and include “In Memory of Cynthia Fischer” when asked how you would like your gift used)
OR
The Funny Farm Rescue an Animal Sanctuary in Mays Landing, NJ (Include “In Memory of Cynthia Fischer” when asked to add special instructions to seller)
Fertig Funeral Home
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May 9, 2022
May 9, 2022
Mom, it's been two years and still feels like yesterday. I'm sure you are up there with Dad smiling down....
February 20, 2022
February 20, 2022
Happy Birthday dear friend. My may be physically gone but the wonderful memories of you and the great times we shared puts a smile on my face every time.
February 18, 2022
February 18, 2022
Cyndi, Wish you a heavenly birthday. You are truly missed. Forever in my prayers Patricia Haines
February 18, 2022
February 18, 2022
Mom, happy 77th Birthday! We still miss you and always will...hope you and Dad are doing something special.
May 10, 2021
May 10, 2021
It's been a year since you've been gone and I still remember the last time we talked as if it were yesterday. I'm sure you are looking down peacefully and seeing just how much we miss you...
February 22, 2021
February 22, 2021
Dear Mom,
As your birthday passes, I realize what the girls are missing and what void we all have in our hearts...we miss you and still can't believe you are gone.
Love Always,
Paul
As your birthday passes, I realize what the girls are missing and what void we all have in our hearts...we miss you and still can't believe you are gone.
Love Always,
Paul
June 9, 2020
June 9, 2020
When we were very young, our family visits with Uncle Don, Aunt Catherine, Cousin Donnie and Cousin Cynthia are my most treasured memories. As the years passed we became even closer, and gatherings of our growing families were fun and loving events. Cynthia's exuberant personality, generosity and love, her devotion to her family and friends and that my whole family had a part in her exceptional life. are memories I shall always cherish. May God hold Larry, Donnie, Lorenz, Paul, Michael, their wives and children in His loving arms always.
May 31, 2020
May 31, 2020
This is on behalf of my father, Sidney Finkelstein. Dear Cynthia,
I am so sorry that the world has lost such a class act as we all knew you to be. I hope that heaven appreciates you as much as we all did. Heaven sure gained a great spirit.
Love,
Sid
I am so sorry that the world has lost such a class act as we all knew you to be. I hope that heaven appreciates you as much as we all did. Heaven sure gained a great spirit.
Love,
Sid
May 27, 2020
May 27, 2020
Posted by Sharon Luther Toriello on May 27, 2020
Cynthia and I have been friends since elementary school. Recently, she and I had the privilege of working together on multiple Morris Hills High School reunions. I loved her family and I loved her - one of those rare breeds who kept her family central to her life in all ways. No sacrifice was too much for her. I wish Larry, her children and grandchildren the power of memories and the gift of recollection. She will always remain as a special star in the night. I was blessed to call her my friend.
May 27, 2020
May 27, 2020
I have the warmest memories of Cynthia especially when she watched my children, Courtney and Rachel. They always loved going to her house with hours of fun with Lorenz, Paul and Michael. She made every day special. She will surely be missed but will not be forgotten.
May 24, 2020
May 24, 2020
Although I have known Cynthia for only 17 years, I felt her embrace of kindness and sincere friendship. We looked forward to family reunions and celebration several times a year and her smile and joy just lite up the room. Cynthia is going to be missed. My love and prayers are with you all at this time of sadness Cynthia;s memories and laugh will always be part of our lives.
May 23, 2020
May 23, 2020
Good-bye to my dear and first best friend. We were inseparable during high school then separated for awhile and got back together to share those wonderful memories. You were then and never stopped being the most giving person I knew. I will miss you.
May 22, 2020
May 22, 2020
Cynthia was such a wonderful person. I met her through my stepsister Jennifer who married her son Lorenz. She used to attend my superbowl gatherings and we would do a shared Father's Day celebration together. I remember how much she loved the movie Dirty Dancing and talking through Facebook messenger up late into the night with her. She loved all of her family and especially her grandchildren, sons and of course husband. The world lost a special soul when she passed and I know I will always remember her and the affect she has had on me in my life. I am so lucky to have known her.
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May 10, 2022
May 10, 2022
Cynthia, you have been on my mind. Wishing you the best Mothers Day wish I can. RIP my dear friend.
May 9, 2022
May 9, 2022
Mom, it's been two years and still feels like yesterday. I'm sure you are up there with Dad smiling down....
February 20, 2022
February 20, 2022
Happy Birthday dear friend. My may be physically gone but the wonderful memories of you and the great times we shared puts a smile on my face every time.
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Cynthia at Tony's and my wedding on September 21st, 2019 looking beautiful
Frank Holmes, Gramma Julia Thomson, Cynthia Thomson
This was Cynthia at my bachelorette chocolate shoe painting party.
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May 22, 2020
Cynthia, I love you! I will always keep near and dear to my heart! I want you to know, we will always love our girls , there will not be a summer, that goes by that we don’t think if you! I’ll never forget the time we took the girls to Turtle Back Zoo ! We enjoy each other’s company so much , I adored you from that moment on... your an amazing mother, grandmother, sister and friend! Tom and I , will keep the memories Green! Rest easy my friend!