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John Finley Obituary
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FINLEY, John, Jr. Funeral Services for Dr. John H. Finley, Jr. will be on Sunday, March 13, 2011 at 4PM in our chapel. Interment will be on Monday, March 14, 2011 at Highland Memorial Gardens, Bessemer, AL. He is survived by a loving wife, Eleanor; two children, Darrin Finley and Lynn Davis; a host of other relatives and friends who are asked to assemble at the funeral home 12NOON. Visitation TODAY from 12NOON to 8PM. Gregory B. Levett & Sons Funeral Home and Crematory, 4347 Flat Shoals Pkwy, Decatur, GA. 404-241-5656. Please visit our website to extend condolences. www.levettfuneralhome.com
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for John Finley
Kathleen Bergin
June 17, 2011
John was the most original thinker it has been my privilege to know in my professional career. I know that Eleanor, Lynn, and Darrin have the most incredible memories with which to wrap themselves with John's love now and forever. (I just found out that John was gone, thus the delay in this message.) Kathleen Bergin, former colleague in science education
David Gregory
March 21, 2011
Though I didn't know John Finley well, his son Darrin, was my best friend at Woodward Academy. Lynn, though older than Darrin and I, was always sweet to the 'new kid' (me) just like Darrin. Knowing Darrin and Lynn with all their compassion, caring, loving, positive dispositions it's not surprising they came from two such amazing parents! I know this from experience after losing my Mother years ago...John is in good hands! Good people don't just happen...good people raise good children, grandchildren, touch lives...even when they don't know the difference they've made for others.
The Big Guy has one more person to help us find our way in life!
Warm regards, David Gregory
LaVon (Steed) Harvey
March 21, 2011
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
March 16, 2011
May God bring you Peace and Comfort to you and your family.
Jean Denerson and the Pitts family.
Macon, Ga
Shalea Griggs
March 16, 2011
Dr. Finley was one of my professors at Mercer. His spirit was engaging. His gentleness, kindness, calmness made me so comfortable in his class. He was so compassionate and understanding. He will be so truly missed.
Sandra Kirkland
March 15, 2011
How blessed are we who put our Faith in God, for no matter how difficult it is to bear the pain of parting, we have His promise that one day we'll be reunited with those who have gone before us to our Heavenly home. In a happier place, in a beautiful forever, you'll meet again. In Your Time of Loss, May God's Promise Bring You Peace and Comfort.
The Kirkland Family
(Bishop and Mrs. TL Kirkland/Los Angles, Arletia/B'ham, Nat and Sandra/Atlanta, Ga)
March 15, 2011
How blessed are we who put our Faith in God, for no matter how difficult it is to bear the pain of parting, we have His promise that one day we'll be reunited with those who have gone before us to our Heavenly home. In a happier place, in a beautiful forever, you'll meet again. In Your Time of Loss, May God's Promise Bring You Peace and Comfort.
The Kirkland Family
(Bishop and Mrs. TL Kirkland/Los Angles, Arletia/B'ham, Nat and Sandra/Atlanta, Ga)
March 13, 2011
May God's mercy continue to bless you during this difficult time and may the memories of your husband, father, grandfather and friend sustain you always.
The peace of God be always with you.
Dwala L. Nobles (Holy Cross Episcopal Church)
Ralph and Linda Wright
March 13, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you seek comfort and strength. Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Sherah Carr
March 13, 2011
Dr. Finley had his office next to mine at Mercer University. We became good friends and he stopped in often to share tales about his grandchildren and make me smile with his dry humor. He loved nature and his family. He was a humble and quiet man of strength with a deep love of science. He will be greatly missed by his colleagues and students at the university! My thoughts and deepest prayers are with his family at this difficult time.
Marvin & Ann Posey
March 13, 2011
To the family, Ann and Marvin Posey extend our deepest sympathy and condolences. A great friend to the both of us always. If in the future we can be of any assistance, please do not hesitate to call upon us.
Jeffrey Mundie
March 13, 2011
Dr. Finley was my professor. He was a lovely bloke and had a brilliantly dry sense of humour. He will be sorely missed.
Ed B Massey
March 12, 2011
"Doc" Finley and I were classmates in the Westfield High School Class of 1960. In high school, he was one of the smart ones but with a relatively quiet personality. I was always impressed at our reunions by his calm and classy demeanor. He will be missed by the Class of 1960.
Billy Lacefield
March 12, 2011
It was a pleasure to know and work with John. Like countless others, I learned so much about kindness, civility, and education from conversations and interactions with him. Dr. Finley's influence will live on in the many minds he inspired and the many hearts he touched. To his family, I send love and sincere condolences.
Isaac Hunter
March 12, 2011
John and I were fellow alumni at Westfield High School in Alabama.
My heartfelt prayers and condolences are with all of you on this very sad occasion.God be with you. God is love.
Rita Joyner
March 12, 2011
To the Finley Family,
Doc. Finley was indeed an inspiration to me as he started his teaching career in rural Livingston, Alabama during the 1960s. I often thought of his words of encouragement as I studied to reach my goals. The world is a better place because of his legacy. My deepest sympathy goes to all who loved him dearly.
Peace.
Marieta Joyner, Ph.D. of Boston
Dr. Rena Faye Smith-Norby
March 12, 2011
John and I were colleagues in graduate school. I admired his calm temperament and his ability to communicate understanding and caring without a barrage of words. My sympathies go to Eleanor and her family - the loss of such a special person is heart wrenching. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you.
David & Pat Hobson
March 12, 2011
Our deepest condolences go out to the Finley family at this time. We cherish memories of John working at RESA and his friendship. Our prayers are with you.
Jennifer Friday
March 11, 2011
To Eleanor and the rest of the Finley family, please accept my deepest condolences on your loss. My prayers are with you at this time. May the good Lord keep you and comfort you. Jennifer Friday (Holy Cross)
Curtis & Albretta Johnson
March 11, 2011
As we go forward we shall forever carry and remember the memories of our loved and respected "Doc Jr." with us. Comfort and Peace to our " Finley Family"
Alton Robinson
March 11, 2011
I would like to express my deepest condolences to the Finley family on behalf of the Robinson family. May God comfort you through this difficult time.
Caroline Meehan
March 11, 2011
To Darrin and Family,
I'm thinking of you and hoping God will provide comfort during this difficult time.
Larry Hunt
March 10, 2011
To the Finley family, during this most difficult time of bereavement, may the the Grace and Peace of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ remain with you.
Larry Hunt (Holy Cross)
Donald Mixon
March 10, 2011
To the Finley family, I offer my condolences. As a longtime friend, frat brother,and Westfield graduate. I share in your loss. May you find comfort in knowing that others care and share in your grief.
Sandy Watts
March 10, 2011
I will miss Dr. Finley for his unassuming, quiet nature and the joy he brought to my workday stopping by my office before he would head to teach a class. I wish, for the family, peace and comfort as you miss your precious John. Blessings to you.
Johnnie McFarland-Moseley
March 10, 2011
"Doc" Finley as we so fondly called him was a wonderful and kind kid that grew up with us in a small steel town called "Westfield,Al". We went to the same neighborhood schools and graduated from Westfield High. Our neighborhood was from the 'old school' type where everyone knew everyone elses kids and families.He was always smart and very gentlemanly toward everyone. To the family we send prayers and Blessings and much love.
Allison Gilmore
March 10, 2011
Those of us who worked with Dr. John Finley at Mercer University will remember him for his exceptional wisdom, his innate and authentic kindness, his gentleness and his gentlemanliness, his insightful intelligence, his wonderful sense of humor and irony, his love of nature (especially for birds and trees), his inquiring mind, his quietly reflective spirit, and his genuine passion for excellence in science education. Our lives and the lives of our Mercer students have been greaty enriched and blessed by his presence on our Tift College of Education faculty. He will be deeply missed as a very dear friend and as a highly valued colleague.
Mary Tuck
March 10, 2011
He was an inspiring and wonderful professor. Dr. Finley's encouragement meant so much to me. He will be missed but his students and colleagues will always have a piece of him within us. God bless his family.
M. T. grad student, Mercer ATL
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