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Finley Mahone Obituary
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Solomon and Fannie Mae Cooley. Finley was the second child born to the late Anna Pearl (Cooley) Mahone and the late Finley Mahone Sr. on Aug. 2, 1950.
At a young age, Finley accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior at Shiloh Baptist Church, South Chesterfield. He graduated from Petersburg High School in 1968 then enrolled in and completed Richmond Barber College.
Finley loved life and all that life had to offer. His passions were his family, building/home improvements, photography, barbering, hunting and the list goes on and on. He was truly a "jack of all trades." Finley worked for a number of years as a licensed barber on Fort Lee Army Post before beginning a 22-year career at Phillip Morris in Richmond. Through his life, he developed an extensive knowledge of the family's trade which he turned into a home improvement business by the name of 'Mahone & Company'.
Finley was a devoted father to his three daughters, Finequa Jabon Mahone (Cedric Allen Sr.), Yonzhel Fineyta Mahone-Bolling (Ralph Bolling III) and Finnel LaDreen Mahone.
Finley is also survived by: his four grandchildren, Myonna V. Mahone-Bolling, Michael A. Mahone, Zavian Mione Mahone-Bolling, and Cedric Eugene Allen Jr.; sisters, Pearl Anita Mahone Brown and Betty Mahone Hill (Calvin Hill Sr.); former wife, Yvonne Lavern Hicks Mahone; devoted friend, LaVerne Loretta Fields and devoted friend, Floreen Booner Danquan; two nephews, David Brown Jr., and Calvin Hill Jr.; six great nephews, David A. Brown, Dashjon J. Brown, Patrick D. Hill, Damian Hill, Calvin Hill III, and Kingston Hill; two great-nieces, Justice T. Brown, and Jaylen Busby; one aunt, Minnie Cooley Core; one uncle, Luther H. Cooley; two godsons, Larry Minter and Loran Minter; four adoptive children, Stacey, Michelle Turner (Marlon), Timothy Bonner and Arrick Bonner (Joy) and a host of adoptive grandchildren; cousins; close family members; and friends.
A service of love and remembrance for Mr. Finley Mahone III will be held at 12 p.m., Friday, June 7, 2013, at Mt. Olivet Baptist Church, 800 Augusta Ave., Petersburg, the Rev. Dr. Wesley K. McLaughlin, pastor, and the Rev. Willard Felton, eulogist.
The family will receive friends at 21500 Court St., South Chesterfield.
Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Mr. Mahone at www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, 804-732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.
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for Finley Mahone
Birthstone Bear.
Robin Williams
May 23, 2020
Mr. Mahoney you crossed my mind yesterday. You were a wonderful man. Your life experiences gave you a knowledge and a generosity that shined in everything you did. I am holding figurine of a bear you gave me. It is as cherished by me as much as the memory of you.
Trici Conley-Young
June 7, 2013
On behalf of the Cooley-Conley family, please accept our sincere condolences for the loss of your father, our cousin. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. May the peace which comes from the precious memories of your father comfort you now and in the days ahead.
June 7, 2013
To Yvonne, the girls, and Finley's family: My prayers and condolences are being sent your way. Stay strong in the Lord and you will have blessed memories of your times together. Sincerely, your classmate at DCHS Class of 1970, Rose Harper Hawkins
DONIELLE MATTHEWS-MEDINA
June 6, 2013
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
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Alfred, Carolyn, Morgan & Sidney Cobbs
June 6, 2013
Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.
Ye have heard how I said unto you, I go away, and come again unto you. If ye loved me, ye would rejoice, because I said, I go unto the Father: for my Father is greater than I.
And now I have told you before it come to pass, that, when it is come to pass, ye might believe.
John 14:27-29
To Finley's beloved ladies:
Holding you all close in thought and in our prayers during these difficult times.
Love,
Your Cousins
The Cobbs Family
Priscilla Buck-Echols
June 6, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with the family
Doris Davis-Begley
June 6, 2013
Our prayers are with everyone today and always, I will miss my brithday partner, but I know he's looking down on all of us, as he search for that new clock. Love Always
ARNOLD AND HOPE MINTER
June 5, 2013
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH THE ENTIRE MAHONE FAMILY, MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND KEEP YOU STRONG DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME
June 5, 2013
Uncle Finley......I will always remember you as just that! I will miss you so much! Love Gwen .....watch over my baby brother for me, he's there.... New arrival , probably flirting with the pretty angels
Laura Wills
June 5, 2013
Mahone's Family...My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. He was very helpful to everyone at Dinwiddie Middle School.
Hazel Austin
June 5, 2013
Our prayers are with you and your family during this time. May the hands of God comfort you.
June 5, 2013
Mahone was an encourager to me when I was exercising. He would time me when I walked around the building and tell me my time and encourage me to beat my time. I knew I could call on him at any time to help me in the library at DMS. He will be missed!
Our deepest sympathy,
Susan & William Tucker
Dinwiddie Middle School
Pamela Ellis-White
June 5, 2013
Our prayers are with each of you during this difficult time. God bless each and every one of you. Pamela Ellis-White&Family
Yvette Pettiford
June 4, 2013
Finequa, Yonzhel & Finnel, I know all to well how much you ladies meant to your dad. His love for you was evident to all. Watching Finley raise 3 beautiful girls, I was able to see what a wonderful man and loving father he was, which is the main reasons I asked him to be Tre's Godfather. He was loved and will be missed by so many. Lean on those close to you and seek comfort in God!! Love you always Yvette, Tre'Von & De'Ja
June 4, 2013
Mahone ladies you all are in my prayers. Your father was a great man and he will be greatly missed! We are here if you need anything.
Robyn, Liz and Emanuel
Vanessa Williams
June 4, 2013
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Mr. Mahone. He will surely be missed by all. Matthew 5:4 “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted… “
Lorraine Campbell
June 4, 2013
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. I will always cherish the talks Mr. Mahone and I had after a long day of teaching at Southside Elementary School. I would be waiting for my daughter to pick me up and we would talk about so many different things. We would discuss the news,weather, gardening, children and grandchildren, dogs, hobbies, just about anything at all. Since he has left and gone to be with the Lord my afternoons are quiet and I think of him and say a prayer. Everyone at Southside misses Mr. Mahone very much. He touched so many lives students, teachers, and staff. Thank you Mr. Mahone!
Beverly Meyers
June 4, 2013
Finequa and Yonzhel you have my deepest sympathy for the passing of your dad. Seek comfort and guidance from our heavenly father. Love you and stay strong.
June 4, 2013
I was saddened to learn of the loss of Finley and want to express my deepest sympathy to his family. In this time of grief, the support provided by your family and friends becomes even more important. I hope you will draw upon them for comfort during this difficult time. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers, Sincerely, Robin Mitchell Scott, Bowie, Maryland
DE And Family
June 4, 2013
Sorry to hear about you loss. My God Bless the Family.
Linda Thomas
June 3, 2013
Mr. Mahone was a true gentleman who always made the time to enrich our days at Southside Elementary with kindness. I will miss him.
You are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Richard Spikes, III
June 3, 2013
To the Mahone Family:
I'm gonna miss MY BROTHER!! & BEST FRIEND. Just remember the laughter and fun he gave us, I know I will. GOD bless the Mahone family, we love you, Finley.
Dick/Dickey/Richard W & Sheila
Melisa Green Milton
June 3, 2013
My deepest sympathy goes to Yonzhel and Finiqua and the Mahone Family. Let God comfort and guide you during these sorrowful times. God Bless You Both - Melisa, Neighbor from Court Street.
June 3, 2013
Just to let you all know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of bereavement. May GOD Bless the family and heaven smile upon you.
Ms. Khristol White
June 2, 2013
To my extended family, my prayers are with you all but do know that God will comfort you just trust and believe.
Sheila Green and Family
Marsha Webster Johnson
June 2, 2013
My deepest sympathy goes to Betty, Pearl, and all of Finley's children and grandchildren. When my Ettrick family and friends are hurting, so too, am I. My memories of Finley go back to the good old days when my sister Francene and I, and our cousins Sharon and Julie came to Ettrick for the entire summer and we would all have so much fun playing with Finley and Betty on Dupuy Rd at my cousin Michael Webster's house and in front of "The Store" which was run at that time my our Uncle Amos Webster. RIP, Finley...You have left a wonderful legacy behind!
Ashley Banks
June 2, 2013
Betty, we are here if you need us.keep the prayers going.Your brother was the best.At times I would wish he was mine.He was one of a kind,and there will never be another Finley Mahone
Rose Peck
June 2, 2013
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.
Betty Mahone/Hill
June 2, 2013
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
Chad. &Cathy Brown
June 2, 2013
The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.
Jackie Willis
June 2, 2013
Betty,so sorry to hear about the passing of your Brother.May God bless you during this time of sorry.The sky is a little brighter now.Remember I am only a call away.Stay strong,and let GOD lead you""""
Nancy Hardy
June 1, 2013
To the Mahone Family. Mr. Mahone was a dear friend to me and my husband. He was just over at our house two weeks ago. It was a shock to hear of his passing. Our prayers are with the entire family. He will be greatly missed.
Freddie & Nancy Hardy
phillis parham
June 1, 2013
It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.
Mary Gill
June 1, 2013
Sister Betty I am so sorry to hear about your brother.I do not know how it feel,but I do know Prayers are being sent toyou and Calvin.....Stay strong,and hold tight to each other.
June 1, 2013
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
June 1, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
June 1, 2013
To a good friend and always 100. We thank you for helping if could, talks, and the laughs. He ALWAYS loved his daughters with no question. We still shocked! We know you are in a better place now. Always know you will be missed and loved. Black and Jessica
June 1, 2013
To the family and friends of
Mr. Mahone who was affectionately called Mr. M. Everyday Mr. M would come into the office to bring special greetings and to ensure we were ok. We shared a "store" in our office in which he made sure there were always plenty of snacks and water available. Mr. M truly exemplified the love of GOD through his deeds and actions. I am so blessed to have met such a thoughtful and kind man. He not only impacted the staff but the students as well. As of Wednesday morning at SES in Dinwiddie County the void was felt and Mr. M was already being missed. Wishing his family GOD's peace during this time.
Blessings! E. Stewart
Charles Willis
June 1, 2013
BETTY AND PEARL,MY HEART HURTS FOR YOU.WHEN I HEARD THE PASSING OF FINLEY,IT HIT ME LIKE A ROCK,I REMEMBER WHEN YOU THREE LIVED ON HALIFAX STREET,AND HOW HAPPY YOU ALL WERE, BUT YOU KNOW HE IS WAITING FOR YOU, IT HURTS NOW,THE PAIN WONT GO AWAY,BUT IT WILL GET BETTER WITH TIME,I PRAY YOU BOTH HAVE COMFORT IN KNOWING HE IS WITH OUR LORD'
Bobby Williams
June 1, 2013
Went to school with Finley and Betty.Carved high in the late sixtys.Even back then he protected his baby sister..the guys could look,but not say anything to her.don't think she knew it,but I did.Finley you have your wings,now go fly///Missing You Man.
Calvin. jr. Hill
June 1, 2013
RIP uncle Finley,I have looked up to him for all of my Life.He gave me my first hair cut, and was the only person my mom his sister Betty would let cut it until we moved to Ga.I remember all the fun we used to have and the things we used to do.I loved going to his house and looking at all the clocks,he would say"Calvin Jr. You can look,but do not touch" how I wish I could hear those words today,I love you UNCLE FINLEY,and will miss you,save a seat for mama, and Aunt Pearl!!!!!!
RICHARD MANN
May 31, 2013
PEARL, BETTY, SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOST, THIS TOOK ME A WHILE TO SINK IN, ALL THREE OF YOU WERE SO CLOSE, HE BRAGGED ON HIS SISTERS A LOT, HE WOULD SAY BOTH OF MY SISITERS LIVE IN GA. AND HE MISSED YOU BOTH A GREAT DEAL, HE WOULD NEVER SAY HE MISSED YOU BOTH BUT I KNEW, SOMETIMES I WANTED TO SAY( SHUT UP ABOUT THOSE 2 GIRLS,jUST KIDDING, BUT REALLY ,THERE IS ONLY YOU TWO NOW.. CONT TO LOVE EACH OTHER AND STAY CLOSER,,HE ALSO WAS SO PROUD OF YOUR SONS, HE SAID HE HAD THE GIRLS AND YOU TWO HAD THE BOYS, BOTH WENT IN THE ARMY, AND OVER SEAS... AND HIS CHEST WOULD GET BIG WHEN HE TALKED ABOUT THEM. I THINK THEIR NAMES WERE KELVIN, AND DAVID. MAY GOD BE WITH YOU BOTH, I AM NOT TAKING ANYTHING AWAY FROM HIS DAUGHTERS, HE LOVED THEM TO DEALT, BUT THIS IS ABOUT YOU TWO..LOVE YOU MAN.
Alan King
May 31, 2013
My life changed the day my friend passed!what a friend he was.Just a few weeks ago we stood in his yard and talked almost 2 hours,He said he was planning to take a trip to Ga. PEARL,and Betty,both live there.he said it was going to be a surprise,and he wanted to take a picture of them together hand and in hand...I think he wanted to see them together like in the good old day.My heart bleeds for his Daughters,Grandchildren and Pearl Betty.I know they are hurting now,but as time goes on the hurt Will get less and less.spread your wings my buddy,you will be missed.
William Jones
May 31, 2013
To theMahone girls,Pearl and Betty.Finley was one of a kind.with 6 women who loved him, Daughters, sisters,and Flo,he also was a good man. Will miss him.
Melinda McClain-McGhee
May 31, 2013
There are not too many men that are as kind, generous and honorable as Finley Mahone, let alone all three. He was an outstanding father, neighbor and friend. Our hearts are broken and the loss is devastating. Find comfort knowing that Finley earned his wings. To all of the Mahone family we offer our sincere condolences.
RIP Finley AKA Mr. Friendly
Neighbor Neighbor
May 31, 2013
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Steve Callands
May 31, 2013
Finley was such a great, yet humble gentleman. His personality was so infectious, and warmed the neighborhood on Court Street. May he rest forever in God's comfort, and may you Faith and the warm and endearing memories of Finley sustain his family and loved ones as you all move forward. I pray that God blesses you all with a peace that surpasses understanding!
Tempie Walton
May 31, 2013
Mahone was a very nice guy. My mother worked with him and they were great friends. I remember the last time we visited him and he gave us a dog. He was very helpful and I know my mom will miss her dear friend, Mr. Mahone.
Kathleen Rathien
May 31, 2013
The end of the day at work will never be the same without Mahone coming in to share a smile and laugh. He was a very caring and generous man (just last week he gave me some money for my newborn daughter that will go into her college fund). I will greatly miss looking up and seeing him "play the violin" as he hears me complain about something....everytime I start to miss him at school I just think that he's probably standing right there shaking his head because we are all upset...he would not want that!
Dale Evans
May 31, 2013
To the Mahone family, I have known Finley,Pearl,and,Betty all of my life.He has spent many days at my house growing up.playing as kids do and just hanging out with my Two brothers.when he got older,he moved right beside my mom.I know for a fact,he Loved His Girls grandchildren,Pearl and Betty.He would do anything for anybody at any time with a smile,never saw him angry but maybe once or twice during his younger days,and that was when one of the other kids would pick on his Baby Sister Betty.He always had her back.I myself still have my brothers and do not know what pearl and Betty are going through.but I can say Finley is now free,no pain just sunshine.and smileing now on his girls,grandchildren,and two sisters.and he still will have their back,RIP my friend.Will miss you.
Carolyn McCray Thompson
May 31, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with the Mahone/Cooley family as you mourn the loss of a fine gentleman. I have known Finley since he was a small child. We had a mutual first cousin, the late June Stewart Taylor.
Rob Royster
May 31, 2013
RIP UNC! Love you man.. You were a second father to me and will be missed greatly! To the family I extend my deepest sympathies! When I didn't have, he ALWAYS provided!!!
May 31, 2013
Although my heart grieves at the loss of Mr. Mahone I cannot help but smile. I smile because the first thing that I see and remember about this extraodinary, patient, and generous man is his smile. I thank you so much for all the pointers about bike riding. All of our conversations about bikes were so informative. You will be happy to know I rode today and I thought of you. You were a blessing and you will be missed.
Love You Always,
Robin Williams, DMS
JAMIE MILLS
May 30, 2013
SO VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS,I WORKED WITH FINLEY FOR YEARS AT THE MIDDLE SCHOOL...HE WAS SUCH A JOY...ALWAYS WILLING TO LEND A HAND,AND A EAR...NO NICIER PERSON...REST IN PEACE FRIEND UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN...
Michelle Kent
May 30, 2013
To one of my BFF. May you rest in peace.
BETTY MAHONE--HILL
May 30, 2013
My heart is so heavy, the pain is unbearable, my one and only brother Finley is now resting with the LORD.no more pain,his grace and mercy will be with me until my time come.I LOVE HIM SO MUCH, AND HE WILL BE MISSED.YOU WILL ALWAYS HAVE A PLACE IN MY AND PEARL HEART..RIP FINLEY..
Sandra 'DeDe' Potter-Sarr
May 30, 2013
To Finley family, it was a great pleasure to have known him and be in his company, he was always a joy to be around:) May god bless you and always remember god dont make mistakes. Love yall.
Denise Day
May 30, 2013
My prayers go out to you and your family. Mr. Mahone was a joy to talk to. Everyone at Southside Elementary loved him. He will surely be missed. Rest in Peace Mr. Mahone.
Janice Austin
May 30, 2013
I PRAY FOR GOD'S PEACE AND COMFORT FOR YOUR FAMILY. REST IN PARADISE FINLEY.
RONALD SMITH
May 30, 2013
Our deepest sympathy to you all. You will surely be in our prayers.
Ronald and Gail Smith and Sons
Wayne R. Scott
May 30, 2013
(Mahone Family) The Heavenly Father's arms never tire of holding His children. Be Bless.
William Smith Family
Salonia Merritt Pasman
May 29, 2013
Condolences So sad for your Loss
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