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Hartley Finstrom Obituary

Hartley C. Finstrom Lansing Hartley Chester Finstrom, born November 4, 1951 in Lansing, MI, passed away September 15, 2009 at the age of 57. Hartley worked at the Grand Ledge Bakery in the 1970's; played the electric guitar in a band called the Stats and worked on sound and lights for other bands. He is survived by his 3 sisters: Linda Houseman and Carole VanEtten both of Grand Ledge and Hilda Finstrom of Lansing; nieces and nephews: Dennis (Jennifer), Mikjell (Tim), Scott, Tammy (Darren) and Sabrina (Ray); 11 great nieces and nephews and was predeceased by his parents, Hartley C. and Delphine (Englehardt) Finstrom. Memorial services will be held Thursday, September 17, 2009 - 2:00 p.m. at the Peters & Murray Funeral Home, 301 E. Jefferson St., Grand Ledge, MI 48837. The family will begin to receive friends one hour prior to service time. For those desiring, contributions may be made to the Hospice House of Mid-Michigan. Online condolences may be made at www.petersandmurrayfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Lansing State Journal on Sep. 16, 2009.

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Carol (VanNortrick)Mauk

September 23, 2009

May your memories bring you peace. You're in our heart and prayers.

Kent & K.C. Cudney

September 16, 2009

Our deepest sympathy to Hartley's family and loved ones. My younger brother Lynn knew Hartley in high school and I knew Hilda primarily from Latin Club. I worked with Hartley at the bakery in 1978 and remember that he always had a smile, was willing to help anyone in any way he could, and enjoyed life and those around him.

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