Bruce Allyn Finney Sr.

1956 - 2009

Bruce Allyn Finney Sr.

1956 - 2009

BORN

1956

DIED

2009

Bruce Finney Obituary

Published by Paradise Post from Jan. 16 to Jan. 18, 2009.
Bruce Allyn Finney Sr. passed away at his home on January 13, 2009. A loving father to Bruce Jr., Shannan Renee, Michelle Lee and Stephanie Ann, proud grandfather to Kaylee, Jace, Jayden and Jada.

Bruce was born to Kenneth Eugene and Wanda Irene Finney on March 6, 1956 in San Bernardino, CA. Shortly thereafter, Bruce and his family relocated to Paradise where he enjoyed the rest of his life. Bruce's greatest joy in life was raising his four children with Debbie, his former wife of 18 years. He was a graduate of Paradise High School, Class of 1974. Bruce was known for his outstanding talent in the game of football. He received numerous awards and was recognized for his desire and devotion. Among all of his accomplishments he will be remembered most for his extreme love and spirit of the game.

Graciously, our Lord has taken Bruce home where he can spend eternity with his mother and father. Bruce is survived by his beloved children and grandchildren; brother, Dale (Lindsey); sisters, Pamela, Kimberly (James) and Djuana; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at the Paradise Alliance Church on Clark Rd. in Paradise on Monday, January 19, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. All who knew Bruce are welcome to join in the celebration of his life. Bruce will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him.

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January 27, 2009

Krystle posted to the memorial.

January 22, 2009

Mike Coleman posted to the memorial.

January 22, 2009

Mitchell Welton posted to the memorial.

Krystle

January 27, 2009

Bruce,
Rest in Peace..

To the family-
I am sorry for your loss. Many of my memories growing up are shared with Bruce. Bruce deeply cared and loved his family dearly. God bless you all.

Mike Coleman

January 22, 2009

I'm very sorry to hear of Bruce's passing. I always enjoyed running into him. His wit and sense of humor will be missed.

Mitchell Welton

January 22, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Curt Campion

January 22, 2009

Dear Debbie and family, I am so sorry to hear of Bruces's passing. When I think of Bruce all I can do is laugh to myself recalling memories of our past endevors. He was a delight to know, and I feel honored to have been his friend.

Roy & Brenda Burgess

January 18, 2009

Deb and Kids,
Just wanted to let you know that we are thinking of each and everyone of you. Our hearts and prayers are with you all.

Machele (Sutton) Clark

January 18, 2009

Bruce has been a part of our Family since 8th grade. My brothers, George and Marvin Sutton played football with Bruce every year and he was very close to us. Our prayers and love go out to his family and friends. Bruce will be forever in our hearts. Machele (Sutton) Clark

RICK FINNEY

January 17, 2009

BRUCE, YOU WERE TAKEN TO SOON. WE STILL HAD ALOT OF MEMORIES TO MAKE TOGETHER IN LIFE.WORDS CANNOT SAY HOW MUCH I WILL MISS YOU,
YOUR COUSIN, RICK FINNEY

Darlene Bryant Koenig

January 17, 2009

From a fellow '74 classmate, my thoughts go out to Bruce's family.

Sharon Mulrennan

January 17, 2009

Our hearts go out to you all at this time and in the days ahead. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief and may your memories bring you comfort. God Bless you all. Love, The Mulrennan Family

David & Janice Sufficool and Tyler Fischer

January 17, 2009

Thinking of you in your time of sorrow. Our prayers are with you and your family.

Barbara Green

January 16, 2009

Bruce and I reconnected this past year, we were trying to get a class reunion going, since we had the best class of all of Paradise High. I recall getting into an accident one night, my car slid off the road, had to walk forever to get to a house, and after a phone call, Bruce had lined up all the guys to get my car out and get me back on the road. He was always willing to drop anything to help. I will miss him

Velda June Chaney

January 16, 2009

My prayers are with you.
Aunt Velda

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