Lisa E. Fischer, 58, of Duryea, left this world on Friday, December 19, 2025, at Geisinger Community Medical Center, Scranton.

Born in Taylor, she was the daughter of the late John and Rita Zaladonis Fischer. Lisa graduated from Pittston Area High School with numerous honors, scoring in the top 2% of many national standardized tests, and went on to earn her degree in marketing from Kings Collage.

Lisa was a kind, funny, and brilliant human being. She could have done anything, anywhere. Instead, due to her devotion to family, she unselfishly chose to stay at home and manage all facets of her brother’s 36-year optometric practice from its inception. She was the heart and soul of the practice, her brother’s right arm, and his best friend. She loved caring for her patients and in return was loved by many. She was not only an expert manager/optician but also managed to empathetically embed herself into many patients’ lives, as no one else could.

Lisa had a soft place in her heart for all animals, in particular, she cared for both her own cats and numerous strays. Cooking was another advocation for which she was famous, especially her Christmas pierogies. Lisa’s giving continues even after death, being an organ donor, she will continue to bless the lives of others. Our horrific loss will be others’ Christmas miracle. Our hearts are forever broken, and she will be missed by all.

Surviving is:
Brother, Dr. John Fischer and his wife, Lyudmyla, of Moosic
Sister, Dr. Suaznne Prestoy and her husband, Michael of Quakertown
Nephews, Michael and John John
Nieces, Jackie and Isabella
One great nephew

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, December 29, 2025, at 9:30 am in Nativity of Our Lord Parish, 127 Stephenson Street, Duryea, with the Rev. Michael Bryant officiating. Interment will be in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Duryea. A viewing will be held on Sunday, December 28, 2025, from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home Inc., 204 Main Street, Duryea. Family and friends are asked to go directly to the church the morning of the funeral. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to St. Cats & Dogs, c/o of 1900 East Gibson Street, Scranton, PA 18510.To leave an online condolence for Lisa's family, please visit the funeral home website, www.piontekfuneralhome.com.

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Guestbook Entries

We are shocked and beyond saddened to learn of Lisa's passing. She was always so kind and engaging, and we will miss her tremendously. Prayers for comfort and peace for the family. May she rest in eternal peace.

Jeff and Cheryl Cali (4 days ago)

Rest in Peace beautiful lady. Sending my thoughts and prayers to the family

Linda Bishop Bruch (12 days ago)

Rest in peace Lisa. So sad to hear such a tragic passing. Life is so very precious.

Joanne Lavele (15 days ago)

Buddy & Suzanne, this news devastated me. Lisa and I practically grew up together with our families entwined because our older brothers. Lisa had an impact on so many people in many different ways. Learning she was a hero in passing, means to me her spirit will carry on and brighten another family's life, just as she did herself. May she rest in peace and be united with Rita and Jack.

Jeffrey Fahey (16 days ago)

So sorry for your loss she was a very kindhearted women will be missed by many

Jerry Pawlowski (17 days ago)

To John and family, No words to express my condolences. It's so hard to say farewell to someone who means so much to so many. Lisa will always be remembered with a smile.

Judy Manley (18 days ago)

This is so heartbreaking. Lisa was a wonderful person.

Donna & Jerry Marriggi & Family (18 days ago)

John and family, I am so sorry for the loss of my friend Lisa. She was a very special, passionate person. I will miss her dearly. Always available to talk to when I needed it.

Karen Musloski (18 days ago)

Sorry for your loss she was a kind person always trying to feed me when I went for my appointment. She is greatly missed

Penny Kane (18 days ago)

This was so heartbreaking to hear. Lisa was the kindest, friendliest, soul. She will be missed. Rest is peace Lisa.

Tammy Uhrin (19 days ago)

It didnt matter where Lisa was, working at the office with her brother Dr. John Fischer, or in a social setting as friends, Lisa was a very kind person always willing to help or have a conversation. They say every time a bell rings, an angel gets their wings. I will think of her when the holiday bells are ringing. She certainly will be getting her wings because she earned them.

Robert and Pamela Erfman (19 days ago)

John, sincere condolences on Lisa's passing. I had just spoken to her about the business area lightning problem about a week ago. To say we were shocked would be simply unreal. We are in Texas visiting our daughter for holidays. Will see you when we get back. She will surelly be missed by all who knew her, May she Rest in Peace. Take care.

Ron & Carol Skrzysowski (20 days ago)

Joseph antonacci

(21 days ago)

I am so very sorry for your loss

Cheryl Hastie Scartelli (21 days ago)

We are so very sorry for your loss. We’re shocked and saddened at Lisa’s passing. We loved chatting with her on our visits to the office. She had a way of making everyone feel welcome and was truly the kindest person. We will be keeping you all in our prayers.

Christine and Randy Bowers (22 days ago)

I'm so sorry for your loss. She was a beautiful soul.

Terrie Alaimo (22 days ago)

So sorry for your loss, she will be missed by so many.

Ruth and George Kollonige (22 days ago)

Dr. John and family...I am so sorry for your loss...Lisa was a wonderful person who took great care of me and all of your patients...May she rest in peace...

Bruce Chodnicki (22 days ago)

Sending heartfelt and deep sympathy to the Fischer family. There are no words to express the shock I felt reading of Lisa’s passing. Her smile and wonderful humor always perked me up at my appointments. There is no one who could replace her in my mind. She loved planting the garden and sharing the bountiful crop with everyone. GOD speed you to a better place and know you will be missed tremendously. “Vichnaya Pamyat”, “Eternal Memory”

Alice Grimm (22 days ago)

Wish you peace, comfort and courage in the days ahead.

Tammy and Mike Hudacek (22 days ago)

I am without words to comfort Dr. Fischer and all of Lisa’s loving family at this time. I am shocked and saddened . Lisa always treated me professionally in an excellent manner but became a good friend. My family and I are so deeply sorry.

Joanne Crsare (22 days ago)

Our heartfelt sympathy to you, Dr. John. We are heartbroken to hear this profoundly sad news. Lisa was beyond wonderful to us. God rest her soul. Sending our love and prayers.

Barbara, Bob & Gia Sico (22 days ago)

Dr. Fischer and family: I am shocked and saddened by the passing of Lisa. She was competent and thorough and a dear friend. May God comfort all of you at this sad time.

JoAnne Cesare (22 days ago)

Doctor John and family so sorry for your loss. Lisa was a kind soul. Rest in Peace Lisa.

Floss Babiarz (22 days ago)

Lisa meant so much to so many and will be greatly missed by all. She was a kind soul and my heartfelt condolences go out to her family.

Audrey Bandru (22 days ago)

To the Fischer family, so sorry to hear of Lisa's passing. May God bless and comfort you at this sad time. Be well and take care. Mike Blazosek and family.

Mike Blazosek (22 days ago)

You took great care in watching over my parents when we weren’t around and for that I thank you. You were a great friend and neighbor. Your passing was definitely shocking. To Lisa’s family: please accept my deepest condolences. Lisa was a great person who impacted so many lives. She is truly missed but will never be forgotten.

Jude Moscatelli (22 days ago)

Lisa was always pleasant and good conversations when I had my office appointments ... John and family so sorry for your loss .... RIP Lisa may the light shine upon you and your soul rest forever !!!

Dave Jaienski (22 days ago)

I am so very sorry to hear of Lisa's passing she was such a kind and friendly person may she rest in peace

Mae Dombrosky (23 days ago)

Some peoples passing comes as a shock and yours would be one of them. We were friends for many years and I always looked forward to our chats. You are one of a kind girlfriend and will be sorely missed. My deepest condolences to your family. Godspeed Lisa.

Paula Ward-Boyko (23 days ago)

Always looked forward to seeing you when I came to see John for an appt.. You helped me pick out new frames every time and we would talk about the old days. Devastated to hear of your passing. May you RIP.

Robert J Galuska (23 days ago)

Soo sad too young may you rest in eternal peace

Lynn zaleski (23 days ago)

Dr. John and family, we were saddened to hear of Lisa’s untimely passing. She was such a good person. So devoted to her family and community. May she rest in peace. May God be with you through this difficult time and let the memories of her and the good times be your strength and comfort.

Chris and Adam Rafalko (23 days ago)

Praying for your family. Im devastated that we lost such a living soul. Truly a great person.she will be missed by all who knew her.

John Mlaker (23 days ago)

To the Fischer family, we are deeply saddened by the sudden passing of Lisa. She was fierce, honest, and would do anything for anyone she cared about. Please find comfort knowing she is now with your mom and dad, watching over the family she loved so deeply.

Janine and Stephen Starinsky III (23 days ago)

Rest in peace Lisa. You will be missed by many. You were taken too soon.

Dawn Skrzysowski (23 days ago)

John , Suzanne , and family. I am so very sorry for your loss Lisa was always so nice to me when I delivered to your office we became friends on Facebook and enjoyed our food and pet post. RIP Lisa Good speed.

Frank Marriggi (23 days ago)

Rest in peace Lisa. My prayers to all your family and friends.

Charlene Turco (23 days ago)

John and family-we are heartbroken. Lisa and I go back 50 years from the time I coached her as an 8 year old. We coached together and became dear friends. As John’s patients we always loved seeing Lisa and relied on her . Our prayers are with you.

George and Lynn Cosgrove (23 days ago)

I am so sorry for your loss. Lisa was one of a kind. I got a stray cat from her also. She was a good person.

Jackie McCracken (23 days ago)

I will always have wonderful memories of you. You had a heart of gold. May you rest in peace my dear friend.

Jane McKenna (23 days ago)

Lisa was a good friend I am going to miss seeing her at John's office Rest in peace Lisa.

Jack Francis (23 days ago)

I am going to miss forever.

KEVIN CHROEY (23 days ago)

We have been friends sents we were little kids we always had each other's back so very sorry for your loss John RIP my friend loved this beautiful person miss you

Thomas Leyshon (23 days ago)

I am deeply saddened by Lisa’s passing. She will be greatly missed. I will keep Dr John in my thoughts and prayers.

Kristin Mervine (23 days ago)

John, I can’t begin to say how devastated I was when I heard of Lisa’s passing. She was a kind, giving individual. My prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time. Please know that you and Lisa are in our prayers. May she Rest in Peace. God Bless.

Valerie Olszewski (23 days ago)

So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers. Rest in peace Lisa

Lorrie Slatky (23 days ago)

My sweet funny friend my heart breaks knowing you’re no longer with us. I will forever miss you and grateful for your friendship. Rest in peace.

Wally Armitage (23 days ago)

Truly saddened by the passing of Lisa,.what a beautiful and amazing woman with her smile and her laughter she will be missed. Gone too soon..To her Family and Friends our deepest sympathy..

Allan Moss ,D&A family (23 days ago)

So sorry for your loss Lisa will continue to live and be happy through those that received her beautiful gift of life. Thanks to her many can celebrate with loved ones. May she rest in peace

Debi Brodosky-Weitz (23 days ago)

I was a classmate of Lisa’s from elementary through high school. For a time in junior high I found myself sitting in the “Lisa Triangle”, with one Lisa in front, another behind, and Lisa Fischer off to the side. She had a real personality about her that made her so memorable. I’m surprised she never took up acting, to tell you the truth. She was a natural. We chatted a few times on Facebook, and I was fortunate to run into her a couple of times this year at Weis’s. The funny thing is, I had a feeling just last week I would see her again soon. Sad. Get the most out of life while you can.

Jim Connell (23 days ago)

Prayers are with her family and friends. It was unbelievable to hear the news. May you rest in peace.

Marie Antonacci (23 days ago)

I am so sorry for your loss. My boys and I loved seeing Lisa in the office at our visits. She was always so kind snd welcoming. She will be missed.

Jessica Whetstone (23 days ago)

My deepest sympathies to Lisa family. Terrible loss to young, she was always kind and helpful to Dr. Fischer’s patients.

Carmella Fereck (23 days ago)

So sorry for your loss. Met Lisa in middle school and she was a wonderful person. Sending prayers.

Maria Emma (23 days ago)

Condolences to the family on this sudden loss. May God welcome her to everlasting salvation and comfort her loved ones in this difficult time.

Adam and Sharon Chase (23 days ago)

Deepest sympathy to the family ,she and the family will be in our thoughts and prayers

Mary lou fereck (23 days ago)

I am saddened to hear this news and so sorry for your loss. Lisa always was a bright star. I didn’t see her often but whenever I did she had that magnetic personality to make you feel genuinely special. She will be missed. May she rest in peace.

Marian Serafin (23 days ago)

My condolences to the family. I’ve known lisa for many years and she will surely be missed.

Wendy McCawley (23 days ago)

Lisa was such a wonderful person Our Thoughts and prayers to Lisa's Family .

Bernie & Herbert Hoover (23 days ago)

Lisa, it was a pleasure knowing you. I will always remember you taking care of your while grocery shopping. You were always wonderful all the times i went to the office. Praying for you and your family

Justin Tonte (23 days ago)

Our deepest sympathies to John and Susan and other family members for your loss of Lisa…. Her presence at John’s office will be missed by so many! Your are all in Our thoughts and prayers!

Judy and Tom Lambert (23 days ago)

Shocked to even write this…. Had just seen you! Words cannot describe how sad we are after hearing of your passing. You were such a great person and a wonderful friend. You will be missed! Sending our deepest sympathy to Dr. John and family.

Joe, Sue & JJ Keska (23 days ago)

You were one of my best friends. Missing you already

Steve Bryk (23 days ago)

So hard to believe you're gone. You were always so kind and sweet and just a genuine, down to earth good hearted person. The world was a better place with you in it. .You will certainly be missed. My deepest condolences to Dr John and family. Sending prayers for peace and comfort during this difficult time.

Lisa Kishel (23 days ago)

Lisa we have been friends since elementary school. And although we did not see each other often when we did it was like we were childhood friends hanging out talking about everything. I will miss you and our talks my friend.

Lori Gurley (24 days ago)

Will love and miss you always. Always my cousin and friend. A really great person and always made me smile. You will be sadly missed.

Gyl and Jack Mikovitch (24 days ago)

I can't even believe I am writing this! I will miss your smiling face and our conversations. Rest in peace, sweet Lisa

Lynn Girman (24 days ago)

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