Rodman Brent Finkbiner

Dr. Rodman Brent Finkbiner passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 24 at his home in Bryn Mawr, PA after a brief illness. He is survived by his adoring wife, Catherine Finkbiner. He is lovingly remembered by his children: Isabel Broderick (Robert), Richard Finkbiner (Cathy), and Brent Finkbiner; his stepchildren: Laura Tayloe (Ryal) and Tommy Kline (McKenzie); his grandchildren: Michael Bonner (Laura), Charles Bonner (Mary) and John Bonner; his great grandchildren: Nora Bonner and Brooklyn Bonner; and his dogs: Rookie and Liddy. Dr. Finkbiner was born in Norristown, PA on August 20, 1927. His parents were the late Mr. and Mrs. Aaron C.F. Finkbiner. Dr. Finkbiner was a graduate of Episcopal Academy, Dartmouth University and Jefferson Medical College. He had an internship and residency at Pennsylvania Hospital and a two year Fellowship in Medicine and GI work at Massachusetts General. Subsequently, teaching positions and clinical research at Pennsylvania Hospital for three years. He joined the Bryn Mawr Hospital staff in 1958. He practiced solo from 1957 through 1971 and then joined the Bryn Mawr Medical Specialists facility in 1972. He retired in 2000. Dr. Finkbiner was published in many highly distinguished medical journals in his early years. He served in the Armed Services of the United States U.S. Navy from July 1, 1945 through September 12, 1946 (World War II). Rod had a unique impact on his patients, family members, friends and acquaintances. He believed the key to his work was learning about the personal histories of his patients and as such, he developed deep and lasting relationships with many. His genuine love for people and ability to listen intently to their medical issues and otherwise translated to his personal life. The outpouring of love and support his family has received since his death has been a reflection of his effect on those who knew him. Rod's hobbies included golfing, gardening and volunteering with Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic and Community Volunteers in Paoli, PA. He enjoyed traveling with his loving wife to such exciting destinations as Africa, China, the Galapagos, and India. He was a proud member of the Philadelphia Country Club since 1959 and enjoyed golfing annually in Florida throughout his life. During his illness, Rod was fortunate to have dedicated helpers in his home in Bryn Mawr in addition to his devoted wife. The family extends special thanks to Holly Brown, Daisy Anglin, Maureen Wood, Nora Thompson, and the Jefferson Hospice team of caregivers. The family also expresses their appreciation to the congregation of Saint David's Episcopal Church and Rev. Hillary Raining for their support during his sickness. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, April 4 at 11:00 am at Saint David's Chapel with a reception immediately following. 763 South Valley Forge Road Wayne, PA 19087. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations will be kindly accepted by the ALS Association of Greater Philadelphia at 321 Norristown Road, Suite 260, Ambler, PA, 19002 or Learning Ally at 20 Roszel Road Princeton, New Jersey 08540. Stuard Funeral Directors (Ardmore, PA) is honored to be serving the Finkbiner family.