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Michael Finnigan Obituary
61, Anderson, passed away Monday, November 2, 2015, at Saint Vincent Anderson Regional Hospital following a sudden illness. He was born on June 9, 1954, in Indianapolis, Indiana to Richard and Catherine (Roganish) Finnigan. He graduated from Arsenal Technical High School in 1972. Mike had worked as an audio technician at the former CMC Stereo and Hi Fi Buys, then Ovation and more recently had worked for Digitech.
He attended the Pendleton First United Methodist Church where he had helped operate and design the sound system and currently was playing in the praise band. He was an avid Indy car and Formula One racing fan; played bass guitar; enjoyed hockey; and speed skating. Mike had been involved for many years with the Pendleton Band program.
He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Karen (Richey) Finnigan; three sons, Christopher (wife, Stephanie) Finnigan of Lafayette, Alexander Finnigan stationed in Japan, and Matthew Finnigan of Ann Arbor, MI; and one brother, Patrick (wife, Lori) Finnigan of Greenfield. He was preceded in death by his parents.
A funeral service will be held at 4:00 p.m. Friday, November 6, 2015, at Scott E. Hersberger Funeral Home in Lapel with Pastors Doug Walker and Robert Case officiating. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, November 5, 2015, and from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Friday, November 6, 2015 at Scott E. Hersberger Funeral Home, 1010 North Main Street, Lapel. Memorial contributions may be made to American Heart Association. Online condolences: www.hersbergerfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
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gary isterling
November 2, 2020
MIKE WAS ONE OF MY MANAGERS AT ELLENBERGER ICE RINK AND PARK. WE BECAME GREAT FRIENDS AND KNEW HIS BROTHER MOM ,WE DRANK A BEER TOGETHER MANY TIMES ,MIKE AND HIS BROTHER LOVED TO ENTERTAIN AT THEIR HOME. MIKE WA A VERY SPECIAL PERSON IN MY LIFE TO WATCH HIM GROW.. HE HAD MANY FRIENDS IN IRVINGTON AND ON THE EAST SIDE.. HE HAS CERTAINLY BEEN MISSED. GARY A ISTERLING
David Kennedy
November 7, 2015
I remember the old neighborhood at 17th and Dequincy, where my grandparents lived across the street from Mike and his family. When my siblings and I would visit Grandma's house, we would often end up in Mike's back yard jumping on their trampoline. I remember Mike and Pat playing the organ in their living room on occasion. A fleeting moment in history, but Mike was a very likable kid as I remember. He is gone way too early. God bless and keep all who knew and loved him.
Betty [Clark] Adamson
November 7, 2015
From the children of your former baby sitter, Nellie Clark, we are so sorry to see you go. Mom loved you and Pat like her own . God Bless and R.I.P.
November 6, 2015
Sure looks a lot different since High School orchestra. Wow 61 is young today.
American Heart Association
November 5, 2015
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
Rick Riewer
November 5, 2015
Mikey, Mikey, You have left a huge void. It cannot be repaired, we will have to work around it.
Lot of fun and Zaney times, you will be remembered, absolutely missed.
Godspeed young man on your journey to Heaven.
Not used to seeing you at 61 YO, so I'll remember you as you were.
Adios Amigo
Jay Ard & Debra Endres-Ard
November 5, 2015
We are sorry and deeply saddened by your tremendous loss. Please know you are being held close in thought and prayer during this painfully difficult time. Sending our heartfelt condolences and many hugs for all.
Dennis Hardwick
November 5, 2015
Michael caused the greatest outburst of laughter I ever heard in a classroom when he gave a few bars of "Tiptoe Through the Tulips" in a reading lab c. 1969. Quite a character! Condolences to his family and friends.
November 5, 2015
Karen & Family, I am so sorry and deeply saddened to hear about Mike. You guys are such a great family and great friends of mom and dad. Mike and dad had some great times growing up together. Take Care & God Bless Your family. Sincerely, Gabe Beechler.
Jodi Gray
November 5, 2015
To Mike's wife, Karen, children, and his brother Pat. I'm very sorry for your loss - my sincere condolences. I went to grade school and high school with Mike & Pat, and Mike was in the Melodayres and Techoir with me. What a funny and intelligent person, and I can still see that boyish, mischievous look in his face in the picture posted. I'm so sorry your life was cut short - you will be missed. RIP
Jodi Chastain Gray
Dolores Johnson - Gallowa
November 5, 2015
Went to high school with Mike.
What a nice guy he was.
Bless you all!
Kevin McAllen
November 5, 2015
One of the most intellligent, talented
and mischevious kids I knew.
Anyone who knew either of the Finnigan
boys learned quickly how to laugh irrevently.
Deepest sypmathies to his clan.
gary isterling
November 5, 2015
to mikes family mike worked for me as a asst manager at Ellenberger ice rink and helped out a lot at perry ice rink,mike loved to ice skate and be involved with teaching young children to ice skate.i knew the family mom and Patrick.mike will be missed by a lot of people who he touched their lives.rest in peace mike,i am sure he will be ice skating if possible.gary a isterling
November 4, 2015
Dear Karen and family,
We are so very sorry for your loss and were so saddened to hear this news. Mike was a sweet guy and we are glad we got to know him. We are thinking of all of you at this difficult time. Lots of love, Bethy, Scott, Anna and Maia
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