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Ra-Shawn Finney Obituary
Ra-Shawn L. Finney PORTSMOUTH - Ra-Shawn LaDonte' Finney, lovingly known as "Peanut," 18, of Riverview Ave., was called to eternal life with the Lord Sept. 26, 2008. He was born in Portsmouth. Mr. Finney was a senior honor student at I.C. Norcom High School in Portsmouth. He was also a student leader for the entire student body. He was the captain of the football team and a member of the Junior ROTC, in which he was a third class chief petty officer. During his tenure at I.C. Norcom High School, Ra-Shawn was a member of the Beta Club and he was elected Mr. Sophomore by his sophomore class. Left to cherish his memory are his mother, Desiree NeShawn Finney; his father, DeArthur Dixon Jr.; two sisters, Sha-Kiyla Finney and Monna Zjea Finney-Smith; four brothers, Benjamin Finney, Da-Shawn Finney (twin), Dorian Finney-Smith and Joshua Brown; maternal grandparents, Earl and Julia Byrd; paternal grandparents, DeArthur and Ann Dixon; and great-grandmothers, Cora Finney and Elmira Coles. He also leaves to cherish his memory a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A memorial service will be held at I.C. Norcom High School, 1801 London Blvd., Portsmouth, today at 6 p.m. Viewing will be held Friday from noon to 7 p.m. at J.T. Fisher Funeral Services, 1080 N. George Washington Hwy., Chesapeake. A life celebration service will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. in St. Mark Missionary Baptist Church, 2714 Frederick Blvd., Portsmouth, where Bishop Curtis Edmonds is pastor. Dr. Roderick S. Hawthorne of Truth Transformation Ministries, Chesapeake, will be officiating. Interment will be in Olive Branch Cemetery, Portsmouth. Contributions can be made to the Ra-Shawn L. Finney Memorial Fund at any Wachovia Bank. Condolences can be offered to the family at www.jtfisherfuneralservices.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ra-Shawn Finney
RICKS FAMILY
October 7, 2008
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
D. g.
October 6, 2008
You were very strong for everybody your family and your friends. And I think you made everybody proud when you were one this earth and we will never forget you.
Keke Johnson
October 6, 2008
Its taking me a while to come up here and look at this and accept it. I still haven't but i have come to realize that your pain is now over. All i can do is just remember all the times we've shared... which is 5 long years of memories. U were my protector and bestfriend and I will always love u. My wishes go out to your mom and siblings. They r so strong just as u were. As u know your life touched my entire family, my mom (lisa a.k.a your wifey lol), kelsie (your girlfriend, she cried so hard she loves u) Jaalin (your lil dude) alexis (your white boo) and kayla (your puerto rican boo) and asia. we are praying for and missing u everyday. Now you're with Berto so we know we got angels lookin over us. Save me a spot beside u. Love u always... Keke
joey lee
October 6, 2008
ra-shawn finney was a good person.
he was a good role model..........
Ashley Morgan
October 4, 2008
Peanut im truely missing u I jus cant believe u are gone... kisses:(
Ashley Morgan
October 4, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Vernee
October 3, 2008
Desiree and Family
I know this is a hard time to have in life but we always get through. Peanut is in a place with no pain looking down taking care of you all now. Always keep your heads up high and know that Peanut may not be here physically but spiritually and he wants you all to know that he is okay and it will be alright and take your time getting through this moment one step at a time. I remember when Peanut was little and he was so worrisome along with DADA but they were 9 years old. Love you always and in my prayers
Duck and Vernee'
YVETTE MILLS
October 3, 2008
MY HEART GOES OUT TO DEEZ AND FAMILY.I WILL KEEP YOU ALL IN MY PRAYERS. LOVE CUZ YVETTE MILLS
T Wilson
October 3, 2008
My Prayers are with you and your family, I would give my life to have you back,said the Mom,I know you would,said her child.I cry each night for you,said the Mom,and I catch all of them said her child.I pray for the day ,That I can see you again, said the Mom. Just close your eyes and you can see me, said her child.I am always just a dream away... You are the first person who loved me,And you are the first person I loved.You were always there when I needed you, And you always knew when I needed a huge.I am here for you now,Mom in your heart and in your soul.I did not take your heart with me ,instead I left mine with you to hold.One day I will take your hand ,and lead you to PARADISE,but until then my BEAUTIFUL MOTHER,when you want to see me, You only need to close your eyes, I am always just a dream away........
O'Briant
October 3, 2008
To Desi and Family
Peanut will be missed and in our memories forever. I will keep you and your family in our prayers.
Your Friend
Tonya O'Briant
Tabitha "Silmic" Seacoast Electric Co.
October 3, 2008
God's Gifts, we all need a time to grieve quiet time for reflection to shift through memories and come to grips with what has happen in our life. But know that God will never leave you nor forsake you. We all need time for tears, we all need time to just "Be" . But when we open our hearts and let God reassurance and his everlasting love in it starts to heal our broken hearts. We're praying for you as a mom and your family, plus his freinds. Becasue he is a blessing to many. So may God add a special blessing to you all.
Marlow Jones
October 3, 2008
R.I.P to the best friend a man cud have we love u nd will miss u homie
THERESA MOSELEY
October 3, 2008
From my family to yours, you have our condolences and our deepest sympathy. We will continuously keep you in our prayers.
The Moseley Family
(Theresa, Tanequa(Muffin), Kenisha(Kneedy) and Dijon
Kwanna Claud
October 3, 2008
hey peanut i just wish it was all a dream!!but i know you in a better place,man i miss you just cant wait till we meet again.you know how i was in class laid back chillin but everything i do for now on is decaticated to you.love you K & kahliq
coach STUART & TANIA SLIGHT
October 3, 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
STUART & TANIA SLIGHT
October 3, 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
Linda Parker
October 2, 2008
I didn't know Ra-Shawn but my heart goes out to his mother and the rest of his family. May you all find comfort in knowing "Earth has no sorrow that Heaven can not heal." May God continue to bless each of you!
October 2, 2008
may god be with you and your family. i will keep you in my prayers.
keisha
TAYLOR SIFFORD
October 2, 2008
jUS LOOKING BACK ON ALLTHE GOOD AND BAD TIMES IN OUR RELATIONSHIP THAT WE HAD MAKES ME CRY EVEN MORE...I GUESS IT WAS WORTH US TELLIN ONE ANOTHER HOW MUCH WE LOVD EACH OTHA EVERYTIME WE TALKED.....omg words cant even explain how much love we had 4 eac otha. Ra-Shawn 3 1/2 years and now its all over i may never understand why so soon but i jus wish that it b possible that i can have you back with me and your family....i no tears wnt bring u bac but only the memories will keep us 2getha...man i jus dnt understand y...the day i c u again will b the day i stop cryin n askin the lord to give you back...N TO REMIND YOU THAT I WILL ALWASYZ KEEP OUR ROMISE {FIRST LUVH IS ALWAYZ UR LAST LUVH}jus remeba 2 save a spot 4 me...we still have a F.U.T.U.R.E. TO TAKE CARE OF...I LUVH U PUNK
SINCERELY.....ur PUNK princesss AKA ur F.U.T.U.R.E.
DUANE SEWARD
October 2, 2008
WE ALL MISS YOU RASHAWN FINNEY. GREAT YOUNG MAN AND INTELLIGHENT. INSPRIED ALOT AND TOUCHED MANY. RIP RASHAWN FINNEY
Rhonda Hill
October 2, 2008
Desiree and family
God see what we don't see. My sympathy is with you and your family. Your son will be missed but not forgotten. Keep the faith and stay prayed up. May God Continue to Bless You All and May Heaven Always Smile Upon You.
Rhonda F. Hill "Pebbles"
I.C.Norcom Varsity Girls Softball Asst. Coach
delah hill
October 2, 2008
wE all love u and are missing you just make sure you continue to watch over us.... R.I.P Rashwn Finney... love you
De'lah hill
Teneka Mitchell
October 2, 2008
"Hey Boo" were the last words that Peanut said to me as we(TMA) marched pass him during the Fish Bowl parade. Who would have known that it would be the last time I would see or even speak to him. When someones life is lost you always hear someone say "he/she was the sweetest person they knew. Well I can genuinely say Peanut was a sweetheart. He would do anything for anyone. Peanut was a best friend to my daughter Jasmine, like a big brother to my younger kids and like a son to me. My heart is truly saddened to know that I will never be able to see his smile again. I have never been one to question GOD and never will. I can only say he must have needed an angel. My prayers go out to his family and friends. You may be gone , but you will never be forgotten. You have played a special role in the lives of many. I know so many are grieving right now, just know that GOD never puts more on you than you can bare. I will truly miss you. I LOVE YOU BOO!
CHARLENE GARLAND-ROBERTS
October 2, 2008
My family and I are sorry for your lost. Our prayers are with you and your family. May god bless you all in this time of sorrow.
Sincerely,
I. C. Norcom Football mom
Khalilah Whigham
October 2, 2008
Please accept our condolences during your lost Dez. Sonya, Lu-Lu, Tiera & Yawni.
Shauna
October 2, 2008
I CANT SAY THAT I CAN EVER COMPLETELY UNDERSTAND YOUR PAIN AS PARENTS LOSING A TEENAGE CHILD. HOWEVER I CAN SYMPATHIZE WITH YOU AS I LOST MY FIRST CHILD IN JUNE "08" AT 36 WEEKS(9 MONTHS). I KNOW THE HURT, PAIN AND QUESTIONING OF GOD THAT YOU MAY HAVE. ALL I CAN TELL YOU IS IT GETS A LITTLE EASIER OVER TIME. YOU NEVER FORGET OR COMPLETELY GET OVER IT BUT, IT GETS A LITTLE EASIER TO WAKE UP AND GET OUT OF BED, AND IT EVENTUALLY IT GETS EASIER TO GET THROUGH DAYS WITHOUT CRYING (THIS WAS THE HARDEST THING FOR ME TO BELIEVE WHEN TOLD TO ME BUT ITS HOLDS TRUTH). MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES GO OUT TO THE PARENTS, FAMILY AND LOVE ONES OF RA-SHAWN FINNEY. MAY YOU KEEP YOUR EYES FOCUSED ON GOD IN YOUR DARKEST HOUR. REMEBER YOU ARE NOT IN THIS ALONE AS I HAVE NEVER MET RA-SHAWN BUT I AS WELL AS MANY OTHERS SHARE IN YOUR HURT. MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL AND WATCH OVER YOU IN YOR TIME OF NEED.THESE WORDS WERE IN A CARD THAT WAS GIVEN TO ME AND I FOUND THEM ENCOURAGING SO ILL PASS THEM TO YOU....
"AS YOU GO THROUGH THIS"
DIFFICULT THINGS CAN CAUSE US TO ASK,
"wHY DID THIS HAPPEN?"
BUT IF WE'RE TRUSTING IN CHRIST WE NEVER NEED TO ASK,
"HOW COULD HE(GOD) LET THIS HAPPEN?"
GOD MAY NEVER REVEAL ALL HIS REASONS TO US,
BUT HE HAS REVEALED HIS CHARACTER TO US.
HIS CHARACTER ASSURES US THAT
HE NEVER MAKES MISTAKES,
IS NEVER UNCARING,
AND THAT HE NEVER SEPERATES HIMSELF FROM OUR NEED.
THE NEED YOU FACE IS GREAT,
BUT THE GRACE THAT IS YOURS IN CHRIST IS EVEN GREATER.
MAY YOUR HEART AND YOUR FAITH STAY FIXED UPON HIM AS YOU GO THROUH THIS DIFFICULTY.
BE ASSURED THAT HE IS HOLDING YOUR HAND AND WILL NOT LET GO!
Bobbie Jones
October 2, 2008
Desiree, my prayers and sympathy goes out to you and your family, if I can help in any way please don't hesitate to contact me. Bobbie Jones, 5k Sentara Norfolk General Hospital.
Ashley Velasco
October 2, 2008
To the Finney family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers and I hope you take your time to grieve and your hearts dont stay heavy forever. God has ways of doing things in our lives that we sometimes dont understand..and perhaps we never will--just have faith that he has a plan for us all. There are many people who loved RaShawn and love you too. So, we are all here for you. God Bless!
Love always,
Ashley Velasco (a CHS alumni C/O 2004)
Alena Debnam
October 2, 2008
RIP peanut!!! you will be missed and never forgotten!!!
PRayer for your family is strong in everyone hearts! LOVE YA!!!!
October 2, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. God Bless
Antonio "Tonez" Crawford
October 2, 2008
To my big brother Peanut you neva left me you only took a long vacation which means im going to see you again i love so much that words can't express how i feel thats why i promise to carry on your leagacy and your dreams i will fullfill. And when I win HOMECOMING KING on Oct 10. 2008. I'm dedicating it all to you. I love you bro.jus want you back for 1 day thats all.......
The Foy's George,Adrena,Aisha & Geornae
October 2, 2008
Please accept our deepest sympathy and sincere condolences for your lost.Our Prayers are with you
October 2, 2008
I didnt know this young man or his family but my heart goes out to each and every one that was so close to him. May God love and keep you in this time of need.
Kevin Lathan
October 2, 2008
Peanut was a special person to our entire family. He is greatly missed and never forgotten. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family in their time of sorrow.
Allison Lathan
October 2, 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
October 2, 2008
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
a friend
October 2, 2008
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Margie Jackson ,Nixon
October 2, 2008
To the familey my heart goes out to you for your loss .Remember to keep your head up and keep God first,my familey and I will be praying for yours and God only takes his best.
dewanna seward
October 2, 2008
RIP Pnut you gone but neva forgotten nd i love you!!! Trust me I will be here to support your family and I want to say to all yall sorry for yall lost.
love
dewanna
a friend
October 2, 2008
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
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