James V. "Banjo" Finelli

James Finelli Obituary

FINELLI, James V. "Banjo"
Age 93, of 119 Proctor Ave., Elkland, PA, passed away March 25, 2008 at his home. He was born October 27, 1914 in Galeton, PA, the son of Valentine and Nicoline Giantomasi Finelli. He worked at Elkland Leather Co. for 40 years and retired from Corning Inc. He is survived by his wife, Mary; son, Valentine (Luz) Finelli, Severn, MD; daughter and dear friend, Patricia A. (Bob Rafter), Spencerport, NY; grandson, James; sisters, Madge Cimino, Elkland, PA, Mary Miller, Sayre, PA; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Friends are invited to call at the Kenyon Funeral Home, 214 Main St., Elkland, PA, Friday, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Thomas Catholic Church, Elkland, PA, Saturday at 11:00 a.m. Rev. John Kita, officiating. Burial will be in Highland Cemetery, Elkland, PA.

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Published by Star-Gazette from Mar. 26 to Mar. 27, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for James Finelli

14 Entries

Richard w Potter II

March 29, 2008

"Banjo" was a good man, i remember his jokes @ the ridge runner cafe in Elkland, he will never be forgotten, He will be in our hearts..

lyndon allen

March 28, 2008

james was always willing to help people out.im sorry to hear about him

Sukie Steadman

March 28, 2008

I see a lot of my friends cared as much for Banjo as I have. He was always there for us and he was a good person. I remember him as a friend.

Dick Vargeson

March 28, 2008

"Banjo" will be greatly missed by each and every person that knew him. He was "family" and his greeting to me was always "Hi cousin". It was such a pleasure to feature him in my book "Voices from the Past" Til we meet again Banjo, look over us.

March 27, 2008

Sorry for your loss. We will miss seeing Banjo.
The Acorn employees.

Linda Vargeson Tubbs

March 27, 2008

I am sorry to learn of Banjo's passing. He was such a wonderful person, so full of life and, always had a smile for you. I grew up in Elkland and, he was a cousin of my late Mom, Sarah. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. God Bless you!

Jim Vargeson

March 27, 2008

My heartfelt sympathy to all Banjo's family. There are many, many fond
memories of my being born and raised in Elkland...and Banjo was one of the fondest. He was a valued
friend and will be missed by all who
knew and loved him.
May you find comfort on the other
side of loss. Love lives on in the memories of the heart. With deepest sympathy.

Janice Vargeson

March 27, 2008

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Denny Dorn

March 27, 2008

Sorry about your loss. He led a good life!!!

Janice Vargeson

March 26, 2008

I grew up in Elkland, Banjo was a wonderful, unforgetable person, and always there.

Larry Sherman

March 26, 2008

So very sorry to hear this news. I was just talking to Banjo this past Labor Day weekend at the ball park. I always enjoyed our once a year conversations. My prayers go out to the family. He will be missed.

Jayne and Gayla Arnold

March 26, 2008

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008

Jack & Nancy Swan

March 26, 2008

My fondest memory of Banjo is in my younger days, he would let us sneak into the gym so we could play hoops. Oh, how we appreciated such an opportunity. You could also always count on Banjo being there to route for you when the Merchants were playing softball.

George and Dot Davenport

March 26, 2008

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

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