GUILDERLAND – James Dean Fink, 59, of Guilderland, passed away on Wednesday, December 20, 2017, in the Hospice Inn at St. Peter’s Hospital after a long and courageous battle with cancer. James was born in Albany on June 2, 1958, and he lived in Guilderland all his life. He owned and operated Jim Fink General Construction, and also was an avid stock car racing fan. He enjoyed riding his Harleys and his daily visits with the Stewart’s Coffee Club.
James was the devoted son of Nancy E. Hotaling Fink and the late Carl C. Fink. He is survived by his brother Carl R. Fink (Patty); his brother in law Dwight Peterson; his nieces and nephews Jennifer, Michelle, Stephanie, Lisa, Allison, Jamie, Haley and Tyler; his Godchildren Jamie Tannatta and Lisa Fink; his precious dog Blue; and by several great nieces and nephews and many aunts, uncles, cousins, and wonderful and supportive friends, especially Barbara, Denny and Georgine. James was also predeceased by his sister Kathleen M. Peterson, and his brother Duane H. Fink.
The family would like to express their thanks to Dr. Dennis J. Rassias, and Dr. John Morgan, as well as the dedicated nurses and staff at St. Peter’s Hospital, and the amazing supportive staff of Community Hospice at St. Peter’s Hospital for the wonderful care they provided to James.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Christ the King Church, Sumter Ave., Guilderland, on Wednesday, December 27th at 11:00 a.m. Relatives and friends are invited, and may call at the Knights Chapel in Christ the King Church prior to the mass Wednesday morning from 8:30 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. Interment will be in Our Lady of Angels Cemetery, Colonie. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Hans Funeral Home, Albany. To leave a message of condolence for the family, please visit www.HansFuneralHome.com.
Rob (leroy) foertsch
You treated me like a son when I was growing up. Giving me the nick name of Leroy. You were always there for advice, helping me with fixing my cars, and having fun working at Delmar beverage center. The saying always goes the good ones die young and you are proof! R.I.P my friend!!!
Truman and Mary onderdonk
So sorry for your loss Jimmy was a great guy
Lisa Fink
This could not have been more perfectly written. I just wish it wasn’t true. You were an amazing man and I was so lucky to have you as my god father. I will never forget the good times your heart of gold your or your beautiful smile. I will never forget the special night I got to spend with you in the hospital and the nice conversation we shared. You fought a long and hard courageous battle and I give you all the credit in the world for being the strong man that you always were. You will always have a warm place in my heart that I will hold onto forever. I will see again soon but until then please watch over me my fiancé Steve and our family.
I love you my beautiful angel always and forever.
Love,
Lisa Fink
Angie Belcher
He will be missed and always remembered. Rest In Peace dear Jimmy
Shawn McClintock
So very sad to learn of the passing of Jimmy. Equally sad to witness the passing of yet another member of the Fink family. The friendship between the Finks and McClintocks go back as far as I can remember to very early in my childhood. Words can’t express the sadness I feel for the remaining family members as well as my father who is a long standing member of Jimmy’s beloved Stewarts Coffee Club as I know he will truly miss Jimmy, their conversations and the long standing friendship. Jimmy was a great man who did a lot for my family that went way beyond friendship and he will be greatly missed. My deepest condolences to all who are affected by his loss.
Alicia Sanchez
My deepest condolences and sympathy to the Fink Family. May you find comfort that his spirit and soul is now at rest.
Donna Banas
Jim was such a wonderful, generous person. He helped my cousin and Aunt Eve in such great ways. May the mark he left on this earth always be remembered… RIP Jim.
David Constable
I have known the Fink family my whole life. So much grief for such an awesome family. God speed my friend. Prayers for your family and friends. Suffer no more.
LAURI MOSALL
Carl, My deepest sympathies to you and the extended families.
Ricky Eignor
I was fortunate to have befriended Jim through area stock car racing. He was a loyal and hard working member of the 2RJ race team and an all around great guy. He will be deeply missed but never forgotten. Godspeed Jim
Colleen Lloyd
Fink family and friends –
I may be thousands of miles away, but I am sending prayers and love to you all during this difficult time. Jim was always so kind to me and had an infectious smile. A gentle man on the outside and in. May God give you peace and healing.
Sandy Smith
We’re going to miss you.We just used to you and us being there,like we’re used to life just going on.Were kids then were aduldts in a blink.Rest in peace cousin and friend.Were going to miss you.Give Dwayne and Kathleen a hug from us..
Rick and Sandy
Jerry Fiscaletti
Sorry to hear about Jim’s passing. My condolences to his family
Dawn
Our deepest condolences and sympathy to the Fink Family. May you find comfort that his spirit and soul is now at rest.
He will be missed .. ❤️
Hugs ~ Barb & Annie & Dawn& Rick
Vic, Sue, and Stephen Beattie
Sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you…..
Brian Wisler
I was lucky enough to have met Jimmy a couple years ago when I started helping out on the 2Rj race team he was a pillar to the team and will greatly missed, my thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Bill Ableman
Sorry for the Loss to the entire Fink family. This has been a tough year for us both. God bless.
Mike Burns
Carl, my condolences to you and your family on Jimmy’s passing. He was a good friend and good man.
Mary Bouck
Nancy and family: I am so very sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. Please know you all are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so very sorry for you all, he was such a kind and gentle man.
James Thomas
Jim was a great guy . He had a lot of friends and when he stood in his driveway it was amazing how many people beeped and waved to him. Jim had integrity, was honest went out of his way to help others. Jim handled adversity with grit and was not one to complain no matter what life threw his way.
Ill miss you Jim. You’ve been an inspiration.
James
Denise Heiserman
Nancy Carl and the whole Fink family I am so sorry for what you are going through and the loss of another sibling and child my heart goes out to you Jimmy was a great guy as sick as he was he was able to give me a hug and a smile every time I saw him he will be so missed my thoughts and prayers are with your family
Charlie and Pam Adams
To the Fink Family,
Our deepest condolences on your loss. Jim will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Bob & Shirley Gray
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Debbie and Willie St Louis and Family
Nancy, Carl and family: We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of deep sorrow. Rest in peace Jimmy.
Mark O'Brien
Carl,
It’s been years since we rolled cars down the hill in your back yard together.
I have to say that I was as thrilled as I was scared watching your brother crawl out of that window back then on that bright summer day.
I’ll always remember the big grin he had on his face when he stood up, looked me in the eye and asked me if I wanted to strap in and give it a try!
God bless and take care.
You and yours are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mark W. Ó Brien
Cathy
Nancy, Carl, Patty; Jim had a special love for his family. My fondest memory will always be how he saved Stphanie’s special day:)
Cathy & Walt