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BORN
1947
DIED
2023
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1617 Market St.
Wilmington, North Carolina
Janice Finberg Obituary
Janice Kinlaw Finberg, 76, of Wilmington, NC reached her heavenly home on February 17th, 2023. Janice was born on January 27, 1947 to the late Eldred N. Kinlaw and Mary Fowler Kinlaw in Wilmington, NC. For 56 years she was married to her lifelong best friend and love of her life, Harry Allen “Beetle” Finberg.
Janice worked for the New Hanover County School System for 32 years as a Special Education Teacher. She was an advocate for children all her life and served as Guardian ad Litem for New Hanover County. When she wasn’t teaching, Janice loved gardening, hosting parties, and traveling with Beetle in their RV to destinations from coast to coast. She spent summers at the beach and took many vacations with friends and family.
In addition to her parents, Janice was preceded in death by her loving husband, Beetle, and her sister, Brenda Kinlaw Day. She is survived by her son, Scott Finberg and his wife Jennifer of Wilson, NC; three grandchildren, Andrew Allen, Jackson Scott and Emilee Annette; sister-in-law, Miriam Raynor “Mickey” and brother-in-law, Thomas “Tommy” Joseph Finberg; two nieces, Amy Day Lockamy and husband Greg, Teresa R. Sutton “Terri” and husband Duane; three nephews, Michael T. Finberg and wife Denise, Eddie Ray Raynor and wife Missy, and Mark Finberg, as well as many great nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
A heartfelt thank you to all the loving caregivers that took care of Janice in Wilmington and Wilson, NC.
A short service will be held on Tuesday, February 21, at 10 am at Andrews Mortuary Valley Chapel at 4108 S College Rd Wilmington, NC, followed immediately by a time of visitation with family and friends.
Memories and Condolences
for Janice Finberg
11 Entries
Danny & Christy King
February 20, 2023
As a long time neighbor of Ms. Janice, I can see her standing at the front door excitedly handing out candy Halloween night to children who have now grown up. I also see her tending to her flowers while sitting in an old wooden rocking chair with the rockers removed. It’s not the same to look at that house now but Heaven has gained a beautiful soul that can tend to flowers pain free now.
Margie Hickman
February 20, 2023
I worked with Janice at both Howe and Codington, and I don't think I have ever known someone who was a better advocate for children, as well as being a great teacher. I am sorry for the family's loss.
Pam Deselms
February 19, 2023
Janice was a kind, loving advocate for children. I am so glad I had the opportunity to work with her. I am wishing her family peace and joy in her memories.
Amy Robbins
February 19, 2023
Mrs. Finberg was the best teacher mentor you could ever ask for she will be miss but remembered in all the best memory’s. Loving memory’s aka Amy Rivenbark
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Betsey Kinlaw Taylor
February 19, 2023
If I could be there in person on Tuesday, I would. But I will be there in spirit and will be walking this painful path alongside you. I send my love. A lifetime of memories so precious to me. Yet an eternity awaits filled with anticipation. I can still do the last thing she asked of me and I will in her memory.
Daphne White
February 19, 2023
Prayers for peace and comfort! ❤
Jennifer Finberg
February 19, 2023
It was an honor to be your daughter-in-love. I pray to one day be half the mother-in-love you were to me. Your love and light will live on. Love you more.
Pat Batts
February 19, 2023
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.
Miss you mom
Scott
February 19, 2023
Mom,
As time passes...the next few days, weeks and months, you and dad will remain the strongest influences in my life because as my mom you helped teach me to be the man and father that I am today and I that is the best part of me.
I know in my heart you are now healthy, happy and at peace with Jesus, I miss you and it's so hard but I will hold all the memories and special moments we shared together with your unconditional love close to my heart.
Your joy and peace now is ever lasting in heaven with dad and our family that has gone before us. I will see you again one day.
Love you more,
Scott
Kanesha Grant
February 19, 2023
Prayers of comfort and strength. Janice was an example of The Salt and The light
Gwendolyn Conner
February 19, 2023
Prayers for the family. May God strength and comfort you.
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Feb
21
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Andrews Mortuary Valley Chapel
4108 S College Rd, Wilmington, NC
Feb
21
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10:00 a.m.
Andrews Mortuary Valley Chapel
4108 S College Rd, Wilmington, NC
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