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David Finocchiaro Obituary
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LAKELAND - David Finocchiaro, 69, passed away July 31, 2020.
David was born in Canastota, NY on Aug. 11, 1950. He moved to Lakeland over 20 years ago from West Palm Beach. He retired from financing with Manheim, and enjoyed football, working out at the gym, playing golf and feeding others.
David is survived by his wife, Jackie Finocchiaro; children, James (Alie) Finocchiaro, Jessie (Dominic) Finocchiaro, Davey (Caroline) Finocchiaro and Jess (David) Bain; brother, Albert (Jo-anne) Finocchiaro; sister, Julie (Mark) Rapasadi; and 7 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son, Michael McGrath.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in David's memory to Good Shepherd Hospice or Lighthouse Ministries.
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Gary Murphy
July 28, 2021
Words could never tell anyone my feelings towards Dave, he was more of a brother to me. He did everything together growing up and there was never a bad feeling that we ever had. Dave I'll always love you and keep our wonderful memories in my heart
James Bruno
September 20, 2020
Deepest condolences from a Canastota school classmate. Dave and I reconnected several years ago. Always warm and generous, Dave was as quick with a compliment as hes was with a lighthearted joke. RIP cumpà.
Kathryn Koch
August 10, 2020
What a loss! I have prayed for him ever since I heard of his illness and was so hoping he would pull through it. what a good man and was so blessed to know him. So very sad.
dick Hartman
August 10, 2020
Dave was one of the great guys in this world. I only knew him a short time but always enjoyed being with him. He always made me smile. I first met him at the gym when I recognized his name....having taught his son Dave a few years ago.
He will be missed
Dick Hartman
Gary Murphy
August 8, 2020
I don't know where to begin,all I can say he was a great great friend that I'll miss dearly. Dave and I go way back and I have so many fond memories. But for now it's R.I.P. I'll always have you in my heart,I so love you and I'll miss you dearly.As for Jackie I'll be calling to talk.Love you.
Bobby Longo
August 5, 2020
Mr. Finocchiaro
I am grateful for the respect and encouragement you displayed to myself and others while we were in Onondaga Hill Middle School. I may not have shown you or any teachers my sincere gratitude for the life lessons you embedded in me, but I sincerly appreciated it Coach. May God comfort your family during their time of mourning and may you Rest in Eternal Peace at the right hand of our Lord Jesus Christ in the serenity of heaven.
Ronnie Balducci
August 5, 2020
As a classmate and childhood friend, growing up in Canastota, NY. Dave was always an inspiration to all of us. His athletic ability, and positive personality will never be forgotten.
Dave set an example for all of us to follow, and I know he inspired me as a classmate.
He will truly be missed in life, but his influence will always live in our memory.
Ronnie Balducci
Canastota H.S. Class Of 70
Bernita Gigowski
August 4, 2020
Dave was one of the finest men I've ever known! He loved people, he loved life, he loved his family! And all of us loved his Italian cooking! He would give you the shirt off his back...with a smile! I will miss my Zumba friend! The world has lost a wonderful human being, but Heaven has gained an angel! May God bring comfort to Jackie and all the kids!
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