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Thomas Finton Obituary

Finton, Thomas R.
TUSCON, Ariz. - May 30, 1944. - February 19, 2025
Tom was born in Chicago, Ill., and lived in Albany, N.Y., for 46 years, before moving to Tucson, Ariz. He died peacefully at home, at the age of 83.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Alden and Marie Finton; his sister, Pamela A. Finton; and H. Louise Butler Finton, his wife of 50 years.
He is survived by his children, Christine (Jimmy) Perez, Jeanine Finton and Thomas R. Finton Jr.; and his grandchildren, Jennifer (Taylor) Freeman, Sierra (Brent) Perez, Janay Curry, Noah Curry; and his sister, Trella R. Finton; all of Tucson, Ariz.
"Like a bird singing in the rain, let grateful memories survive in time of sorrow."

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Albany Times Union on Apr. 6, 2025.

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