James Finley Obituary - Death Notice and Service Information

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Metairie, Louisiana

Garden of Memories Funeral Home Obituary

James was born on November 10, 1939 and passed away on Saturday, December 15, 2018. James was a resident of Destrehan, Louisiana at the time of passing. He is a graduate of Louisiana Tech with a degree in Mechanical Engineering and is a Registered Professional Engineer. Following service as an officer in the US Air Force, he served as the second-generation president of C.N. Finley Plumbing Company from 1967 to 2016. He was member of Mid-City Kiwanis, Masonic Lodge #102 and Jerusalem Shrine Temple. Funeral arrangements at the Garden of Memories, 4900 Airline Drive (US Hwy 61), Metairie, LA 70001 include visitation on Thursday, December 20, from 5pm to 8pm, visitation on Friday beginning at 10:30am, service at 11:30am with internment following. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Shrine Burn Hospitals, Office of Development, 2900 N. Rocky Point Dr., Tampa, FL 33607, https://donate.lovetotherescue.org/give/119312/?utm_source=shcmain#!/donation/checkout or Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors - Educational Foundation, 180 S. Washington Street, Falls Church, VA 22046 https://www.phccfoundation.org/foundation/invest.

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Dear Finley family, My husband and I were so saddened to hear of Jim's passing. We were next door neighbors in Metairie. We so enjoyed our travels with him. We moved to Houston and continued our friendship. He so loved to fly, once while visiting us he spontaneously decided we needed to fly to Florida for lunch, a trip we will never forget. We eventually lost touch. We always loved our time with him. We are so sorry and sending our prayers.

Matt and Margie Haidinyak

January 15, 2019 | Houston, TX

Dear Finley family and friends,
Please accept my sincere prayers for you at this time of sorrow and loss. I am thankful for the time I was able to share life with Jim.
I pray that you continue to experience the joy and happiness that filled your life together.
Peace and God's blessings

Larry Coleman

December 20, 2018 | Chicago, IL

Dear Lynne, So sorry bto learn of Jim's passing. We were in the same graduating class and band at EJHS. My condolances to you and your family.

MARCIA SMITH

December 20, 2018 | MADISONVILLE, LA

Lynne, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and all family members. Love you.

Cheryl Mosier

December 20, 2018 | Santee, CA

Lynn so sorry to hear this..always had a great time with Jim on the board with "his" accent. and the time we spent with you and Jim touring the detestation after our board meeting in New Orleans. Fond memories. He will be dearly missed.

Ron Dunsmoor

December 20, 2018 | STEEP FALLS, ME

Dear Friends,
We have fond memories of Jim's service to NA PHCC and our wonderful industry.
May God's Christmas Peace bring everyone comfort.
Blessings and Joy,
John and Mary Garvelink
Colorado Springs, CO

John and Mary Garvelink

December 20, 2018 | Colorado Spgs, CO

Sad to hear about my old flying buddy gone West . We spent many happy hours flying together. He will be missed.

Steve Knapper

December 19, 2018 | Metairie, LA

Very sorry to hear of Jim's passing. We were in the EJ band together for my only year there(1956). Later became friends while he was running C.N.Finley plumbing and I helped maintain the 2-way radios in their fleet of vehicles. We would grab a few moments to discuss old times and deal with current issues.
My sympathy to his family and friends.

Henry Bonck

December 19, 2018 | Metairie, LA

Sadden to hear of the passing of my friend. My deepest condolences to his family.

December 19, 2018

James Carl Finley

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