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John Finley Obituary

Finley, John Michael age 41, passed away suddenly in Oklahoma on December 18, 2009. Devoted son of Andrew and the late Elaine (nee Matker), survived by his children, nieces and nephews. Fond brother of Andrew (Julianne), Ann Garcia and Amanda (Jason) Picatto. Visitation Wednesday, 2 to 9 p.m. Funeral service Thursday, 10 a.m. at Wollschlager Funeral Home, 3604 S. Hoyne Ave. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. 773-523-0196.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 22, 2009.
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John cut meat with me for about one year.He was so much help to me.He was a very smart person,and will he be missed?? Yes .. I think of him every day.It is also hard on us that he is gone. We will miss him so very much.

Jim Gardner

December 25, 2009

john was on of a kind colorful, nice and just fun to be around to his family you are in our prays. John will live on in all our minds we have great memorys from illiana rockford and bowling may MY male dance john find many girls in heaven to dance for my mom is in heaven and she would find you a great dancer too love janet & ed wolf

janet wolf

December 25, 2009

Not sure what to say because I new John for a long time but, rarely hung out with him,John was funny at times he could make you laugh,but when he got mad ,watch out he never back down no matter how big the man was,I hope John's at peace with God,may the Lord forgive John and I for are past wrongs.

To the family May God be with you in your time of sorrow, and I pray that you will be healed from a deep wound that was left from his death in your heart Sincerely a friend

Tony Brodian

December 24, 2009

John was one of a kind! He was there for a lot of people weather it was at the race track helping people he was friends with or just there to listen to a problem you had. John could make anybody laugh or turn anything into a fun, happy, exciting time. I enjoyed the times we raced against each other and the times we helped one another out and I will never forget these times! John Finley my good friend I will miss you very much and our friendship meant a lot to me. Thank you for everything and thank you for being you!!! To the Finley family and John's friends my heart and prayers go out to you all!

Brian Kucaba

December 24, 2009

I knew John since he was about 7 years old or so,we had some great times,he's the funniest guy I knew,I sure am going to miss him,we were and always will be the best of friends. God bless you John until we meet again brother.I will never forget a friend like you,I am saddened by the loss of one of the best friends I will ever have,I would like to give my condolences to the Finley's May God be with you in your time of sorrow and forever.Sincerely, Leroy Brodian

Leroy Brodian

December 23, 2009

John was such a great guy. He my best friend and the funnest boyfriend that anyone could have had. Although we only dated for a short time, I felt like I had known him forever and ever. Every time he took me out, it was one laugh after another. And the people we met while we were together thought he was the life of the party. And he was!!! He was my life. He took away all my sadness and made me believe that everything would be better. And it started to be just that. Just by being with him made me feel great. The laughter never stopped with him. He missed his MOM and kids the most though!!! And spoke about them often. I pray now that he has made peace with GOD and is with his mother now. That's what he wanted! May peace be with his family at this time. May GOD bless and keep you. I love you John! And you will always be in my heart!!!

Leitha Morrow

December 23, 2009

John will be missed by all who have met him. We will remember how he always made you laugh and smile with his crazy antics. We offer our condolences to his family and friends. God speed John. God speed.

Walter & Patti Podgurski

December 23, 2009

FINLEY FAMILY,
John will be missed. He was always able to make people smile no matter what. My prayers and thoughts are with you.

Chris Powell, Chicago, Illinois

December 23, 2009

John you were just something else. When I met you and Lisa, my life was turning upside down, but your craziness kept me laughing. I will never forget you and God will have his hands full with you, but in a good way.

Cheryl Hryn

December 23, 2009

John was a fun guy to be around. Always made you laugh and smile with his crazy antics. He will be remembered by all who ever met him. Our condolences to his family & friends. God speed John. God Speed.

Walter & Patti Podgurski

December 23, 2009

Finley Family....

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of John. It has been many years since we have seen each other. May he rest in peace. May God also comfort his family at this very difficult time. He will be in heaven now with my loving brother Tony.

My deepest sympathy

Patty Alm-Cochonour

December 23, 2009

We were his room-mates here in oklahoma and he looked peaceful (as if in a deep sleep) when we tried to wake him on Friday morning.

Justin and I still can not believe that our good friend, mentor and father figure has passed on. We miss him so very much and are certain we will meet again one day.

We Love You Johnny Boy!

Angelina DeCasper

December 22, 2009

We were his roommates here in oklahoma. John will always be a good friend and mentor to both Justin and I. We missed him every moment of the days since his passing.

We Love You Johnny Boy.

Justin & Angelina St.Pierre

December 22, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We were deeply saddened to hear John has passed. What a loss to the world!

Jackie Diggs-Weisel

December 22, 2009

John will be greatly missed by everyone, we will miss that laughter that you gave all of us. There was only 1 John Michael Finley that would make us smile and laugh when you were here. See ya soon again someday. I offer My Condolences to his family.

Joe and Melissa and Family Clark

December 22, 2009

John will be missed by all who have met him. We would like to send our thoughts and prayers to his family. God Speed John

Cher Powell

December 22, 2009

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