Peter J. Fischbach

Peter J. Fischbach of Cresskill, Hillsdale and North Bergen NJ passed away surrounded by the love of his family on Friday December 6, 2024 at the age of 88 years.
Peter was born on December 27, 1935 in North Bergen, New Jersey to Carl and Sophie Fischbach. He grew up in North Bergen and attended Emerson High School in Union City. Upon his graduation he entered the Army where he was stationed in Hawaii as a Specialist Second Class Officer as an expert typist. After leaving the Army Peter attended Jersey City State College receiving his Bachelors in Teaching and Education. He began teaching in the North Bergen School district as a Physics teacher in 1961. He furthered his education at Montclair State University receiving his Masters Degree in Administration and Supervision, then attended Fordham University working toward his doctorate degree. Peter held many positions in the North Bergen School System. Teacher, Union Rep, Vice Principal, Assistant Superintendent, then rose to Superintendent of Schools retiring after almost 50 years in the school system. At North Bergen Peter was known for his smart, fair views of how the school system should work. He valued hard work and loved educating the students of North Bergen. He also held his staff in high regard. He touched and helped the lives of countless students, faculty and families with his devotion to his profession.
Peter loved watching sports, and Absolut was his beverage of choice. He was a "jack of all trade", he loved to work with his hands, build anything, crossword puzzles, golfing, cooking and could even braid hair! He hosted epic parties, loved attending parties, going out to eat with friends and family and vacationing in Hilton Head SC.
His greatest treasures in life are these. His beloved Karen. Their true, deep and complete connection was amazing for us to see. A full love story at all times. They married "officially" on June 1, 1996 and never left each other's side even for the little things. Next are his beautiful granddaughters, Caitlyn Higgins and Samantha Higgins. To say he spoke about them often would be an understatement. They made him the happiest person on earth, spoiling them at every chance was his full time passion.
Peter is predeceased by Karen Magnus-Fischbach, spouse of 28 years, and soulmate of almost 50 years, survived by his granddaughters Caitlyn Higgins and Samantha Higgins, daughters Nancy Higgins and Karen Fischbach and favorite son in law Michael Higgins and daughter in law Dana Cartin. His brothers Gary Fischbach, Sister in law T erri Fischbach and Albert Fischbach. He is predeceased by his 6 other siblings. There are also many nieces, nephews and extended family and dear friends.
In lieu of flowers please kindly make donations to Children's Hospital in Philadelphia, CHOP Foundation. giving@chop.edu
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