Fernanda Bottoni

Fernanda Rose Bottoni, known to loved ones as Fernanda, 92, of Monroe Township, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on July 1, 2026. Born on September 12, 1933, in the idyllic town of Ripi, Frosinone, Italy, she brought an extraordinary legacy of love and compassion to the world. She came from Italy to America with her family in 1947 and her loving nature touched all those she encountered.

Fernanda was a beacon of support and generosity throughout her life. She married the love of her life, Domenico Bottoni, on June 15, 1957, and they had a marriage filled with laughter, love, and plenty of lively discussions. Fernanda worked for several years as a retail clerk and then became a full-time homemaker. Fernanda devoted her time to cooking and gardening. She enjoyed inviting guests to her home for amazing homemade Italian meals.

What mattered most to Fernanda was her family and friends. She was a source of strength, love, and compassion in her family, survived by her loving siblings-in-law; Giacomo and Michelina Bottoni, and Luisa and Alex Bottoni as well as many beloved nieces, nephews, extended family members and dear friends, in both the United States and Italy. Fernanda was predeceased by her beloved parents, Thomas and Santa Perciballi, her loving husband, Domenico Bottoni, and her dear sister and brother-in-law, Elisa and Marvin Over, and brother-in-law Giovanni Bottoni and sister-in-law Maria Bottoni.

A memorial service for Fernanda will be held on Thursday, July 23, 2026, at 9:00 am EDT at Lester Memorial Home, followed by a funeral mass at St. James The Less, at 10:30 am EDT. A repast immediately following services will be held at Ciro's Ristorante Italiano, 301 Buckelew Ave, Jamesburg, NJ 08831
Live Stream Video Mass link- https://vimeo.com/event/47678/embed

As we gather to honor Fernanda's remarkable life, we invite you to share your memories and photos of her on the memorial page. Your stories and pictures will serve as a testament to Fernanda's enduring legacy of love, compassion, support, and generosity. Remember Fernanda not with sorrow but with joy, for she lived a life full of love and laughter. And in our hearts, her spirit will forever reside.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association at www.alz.org (https://www.alz.org)