Dona Finkle Obituary
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She was born November 16, 1936 in Utica, daughter of the late Raymond and Ruth Phillips Haggas.
Dona married James H. Finkle, Sr., March 17, 1956. James died November 11, 2014.
She is survived by her children, Gail Doyle and husband Gregg of Clinton, Debbie Bathke and husband Don of New Hartford, James Finkle, Jr. and wife Theresa of Polk City, FL, Lynne Myers of Clinton, and Sharon Kleps and husband Dave of Old Forge; her grandchildren Jill Finley and husband Ryan, Cody Doyle and fiancé Torriee DiDonato, Sarah Dobson and husband Justin, Jen King and husband Mike, Meghan Bathke and wife Jackie, Jessica Myers, Stephanie Burke and husband Daniel, Mallory Kleps, Griffin Kleps and wife Madison; 13 Great Grandchildren; Nephew Jeff Haggas and wife Carol.
She is also survived by her close friends Don Bentley, Bill Fahy, and Mary Bonsted.
The family extends a special thanks to Don Bentley, for his unwavering support and help,
Funeral services are private and at the convenience of the family. Interment will be in Crown Hill Memorial Park. There are no calling hours
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Online messages of sympathy may be left at : www.fwefh.com
Arrangements are in the care of Friedel, Williams & Edmunds Funeral and Cremation Services, New Hartford
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Carolyn Mohr
October 11, 2025
The laughs and memories are endless. She was a fun person and will be missed by many. My prayers are with her family. Hugs.
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Anne Virginia Garbarino
October 11, 2025
Sharon. I'm sorry to see this notice. I'll bet your mom was as much fun as you are. Peace to you and your family. Anne Garbarino
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