John FINNIE

John FINNIE

John FINNIE Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 28, 2002.
FINNIE _ John Bethell, of Burnaby, born August 3, 1917 in Calgary Alberta, peacefully passed away on October 24, 2002. Predeceased by Marian, his beloved wife of 62 years; daughter-in-law Margaret and sister-in-law Jean. Cherished father of David (Nancy) and Gordon. Loving grandfather of Dawn (Paul), Lisa (Rodney), David, Christopher and Michael; his dear great-grandchildren Alicia and Joshua. Greatly missed by brothers Bert (Yvone) and Bill. John will be remembered for his kindness, smile, wonderful sense of humour and love of family. Distinguished career with VPD for 36 years, and retired as a Staff Sgt. Memorial service will be conducted by Reverend G. Grant Wilson, Thursday, October 31 at 1 p.m. at Fairview Presbyterian Church, 2725 Fir Street (at West 11th) Vancouver. Reception to follow in church lounge. The family would like to thank the nursing staff at BGH-PCU for their compassionate care. Flowers gratefully declined in favor of donations to the B.C. Cancer Foundation or B.C. Heart and Stroke Fund. Walkey & Company Funeral Directors 604-738-0006

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