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Carl Finley Obituary

Carl Brett Finley 53, passed away Monday, March 4, 2013 in Tomball. A Memorial Service will be held 2:00PM, Saturday, March 9, 2013 at West Houston Church of Christ.

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Published by Houston Chronicle on Mar. 8, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Carl Finley

39 Entries

Tim Cramblet

March 2, 2020

Thought of my car enthusiast friend this weekend and his love of classic cars while purchasing a 1967 Camaro. He would have been as excited as I was picking it up. I miss hanging out with Brett and talking cars. TC

Kelly

April 5, 2013

One month yesterday. Seems like a lifetime, then seems like yesterday. Missing you.

Kelly Finley

March 26, 2013

Yesterday was three weeks. You are missed more now than even before and your absence will be greatly felt for years to come.

Sheryl Harris

March 21, 2013

I met Bret three years ago & everytime I saw him was a blessing. He was a ray of sunshine to all around him, he will be missed.

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Lynn (Finley) Freeman

March 14, 2013

I have very great memories of visiting with cousins Brett and Scott many years ago in Beaumont and Tyler, my heart is sad.

Rex Buie

March 13, 2013

Will miss you dear classmate.

March 13, 2013

My sincere condolences to your family. I truly hope that that God of Comfort gives you the strength you need to endure this difficult time.

Duane Lebl

March 10, 2013

I met Brett on the first day of second grade and we were friends ever since. He was my roommate at UT and Austin probably still hasn't recovered. Brett was one of the funniest, most entertaining guys I ever met. He was truly a man with no enemies. Rest in peace, my friend. See you in Heaven when I get there. Get us an afternoon tee time.

steve hamman

March 10, 2013

Truly one of the best people i've met in all my years. Rest in Peace

Clay Hipke

March 9, 2013

Beginning with the experiences we shared and the things we did both together and with friends in my teen years and throughout my early twenties, and then continuing through the succeeding decades and into the last few years, Brett had a direct influence on shaping the person I have become. He lives on ...

Cynthia Becker

March 8, 2013

Brett, I knew you were special in my 2nd grade classroom at Andy Woods. You were so bright and inquisitive. What an amazing group of students I had that year. Fortunately, Facebook came along and allowed me to get reacquainted with you many years later along with other classmates in that same class-David Dorey and Duane Lebel. I shared your cancer battle with awe of your courage and determination. You inspired us all. You are my hero! I am so glad that you are now no longer in pain and in a better place but grateful for having you in my class and getting to know you as an adult. You were an amazing person!

March 8, 2013

Paula and Scott - our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sorrowful time--we have fond memories - in Longview,Dot & Wayne Legg and the girls

March 8, 2013

Paula and Scott: We remember Brett with fondness- he was an outstanding person..We need to get in touch with you...Dot and Wayne Legg

Jim Kite

March 8, 2013

John 10:27&28 "My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me. v28 I give them eternal life, and they will never perish, and no one will snatch them out of my hand." Kelly, Brett was a friend and a blessing to many. May God comfort you & bless you and the family during your time of sorrow.

Tim Cramblet

March 8, 2013

My Dear friend Brett,
I'm so proud of you for the fight and incredible attitude you displayed throughout your battle with cancer. I will miss our conversations and friendship.

Casaundra Copeland

March 8, 2013

As said on his blog, I will see you later my friend! To the family, you have my condolences for your loss and my prayers for peace and comfort. I was lucky to find Brett and Kelly and I will celebrate the love and the fun....and his homecoming. He would want nothing less, and he taught us how to live ...God Bless you Brett, And Kelly, let us know how to help!

Nat Gist

March 8, 2013

Kelly,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you always. He will be missed but remembered. Nat

David Dorey

March 8, 2013

I met Brett for the first time outside Mrs. Cates 2nd grade classroom where at the age of 7 proceeded to talk way over my head about cars and a race he had seen that weekend. We shared classes throughout public school and hooked up in Austin as well. He was someone who always made you smile and genuinely enjoyed himself and you. I think of lunches in high school spent racing back and forth in his corvair. The time he and a few others found me asleep watching TV in my apartment and taped empty beer cans all over me along with copious amounts of shaving cream. He was my oldest friend and someone I will miss. It wasn't supposed to end this way but it did. He handled it with amazing grace and vigor and inspired in his will to fight. I'm only happy he is now out of pain and with the Lord. And I'm happy to say he was my friend and one of the best of us all.

Jeri Negem

March 7, 2013

Brett was one of a kind. He will be missed by all who knew him. Our prayers and thoughts are with those he left behind.

Gerald Fitzgerald

March 7, 2013

Brett, I always wished I knew you better. You were one of my favorite high school friends. Please stay in touch.

Jim Speier

March 7, 2013

Brett,
Thank you for allowing me to be a member of the hunters from Tyler and around Texas. You will be Greatly missed around the campfire and in the blind. Kelly prayers continue that God will bless you and hold you in his hands through the rest of time. Happy hunting Brett till we meet again

Love U Friend
Jim

Scott Shepherd

March 7, 2013

Brett we will miss you. Our prayer will be with you Kelly and hope the good lord comforts you in your time of need.

Ken Glass

March 7, 2013

Brett was one of those special people who always had a smile on his face and a laugh to share with those around him. No matter what was planned, Brett was always the first to join in, adding humor and energy to everything that he did. He will be sorely missed.

Jan Barrett Rogers

March 7, 2013

Brett, you will be dearly missed. You were always a huge part of our family and we loved you so very much. May God embrace you and keep you safe. You will always be in my hear. Love, Jan Barrett Rogers

Melissa Wilkins Brigman

March 7, 2013

My thoughts and prayers go out to Paula, Scott and the rest of the family.

Phil Barrett

March 7, 2013

Thank you Brett for 46 years of friendship. You were like a brother to me. I will treasure all the lifelong memories. My prayers go out to the Finley and Womack families during this time. May GOD's love embrace all those who need comforting.

Cathy Adams

March 7, 2013

Brett, you will be missed. Sure enjoyed working with you at the Civic Theater.. You and Bruce always cracked me up.
Prayers being sent to family and especially Kelly. God hold you in his arms and comfort you.
Bruce and Cathy Adams

Janna Zepp

March 7, 2013

I am so very sorry. What a terrible loss for the Finley/Womack family. Prayers for you all.

Lisa Turner

March 7, 2013

In high school, I remember Brett was coming to pick me up to go to something or other, and my Dad heard the Corvair coming from about a block away and said, "You're not going out in that thing!" :)I have so many fond memories of Brett from schoool and Tyler Civic Theatre. He will be greatly missed. Love to Kelly, Scott and Mrs. Finley.

Michelle Acosta

March 7, 2013

Prayers for the family & friends for comfort & peace in your time of grief & sorrow. He will be deeply missed by so many.

Sarah Hightower Bryan

March 7, 2013

Those of us from the Robert E Lee class of 1978 are so saddened by this news. I went to church with Brett since we were little and then went to high school with him. I am praying for his wife and family at this sad time. Such a great guy!

Tammie Talbott

March 7, 2013

Scott: Thoughts and prayers are with you, and your family. Treasure the wonderful memories, they will remain in your heart forever.

Gabrielle Kickham

March 7, 2013

Brett, you were a good, good man. You're warmth and ever-present smile will be missed but never forgotten.

Dee Watkins

March 7, 2013

Your spirit will be missed but you will always be in our hearts and memories and we know that your beautiful smile is shining in heaven.

John Perdue

March 7, 2013

My long life friend, R.I.P. brother, you'll be missed!

March 7, 2013

Aww, Brett. I was so sorry to hear this.
Heaven just got a whole lot funnier with you up there. We will miss you, my friend. Thank you for all the laughter. Love, Susan Miles Range

scott finley

March 7, 2013

I love you and will always miss you, Brett. You were the best brother anyone could ask for. We'll always think of you.

Bethany (Beth) Deptula (Boyd)

March 7, 2013

I am saddened to see the news about Brett. Many years ago, I worked with him at Aetna in Tyler. My memories of him are that he was always upbeat, professional and fun all at the same time. I have not seen him in many years but also used to work with his mom, Paula. Such a sweet lady. Brett was an awesome co-worker and friend. So sorry for the family's loss. Praying for comfort & peace that passes understanding for his loved ones.

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