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Gerald B. Finley

1929 - 2018

Gerald B. Finley obituary, 1929-2018, Colorado Springs, CO

BORN

1929

DIED

2018

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Gerald Finley Obituary

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GERALD B FINLEY
August 29, 1929 October 2, 2018
Jerry passed away in Colorado Springs on October 2, 2018 to be with his family. Jerry was born August 29, 1929 to Gerald and Rose Finley.
He is survived by Frances Cunnington (Sister) and Stephen Johnson (Son in law). Jerry was preceded in death by wife Betty, daughter Gina, son Jerry Finley Jr, brother Steve Dunda, and sisters Lucille and Margaret.
Jerry's parents died at an early age leaving 4 children. Jerry was raised by Aunt Helen and Uncle Steve Dunda in Pueblo, Colorado.
Jerry graduated from Central High School in Pueblo. He loved sports and was a member of the football team who won two state championships. Jerry played semi pro baseball, was called to the Korean War where he Served for two years. Upon his return he went to work for Mountain Bell from which he retired after 35+ years with the company.
Jerry was an avid golfer for 50+ years and will be missed by many at Patty Jewett golf course.
The service will be held at Grace Episcopal Church at 11:30am, Wednesday, October 24th, 2018 with a reception to follow at Patty Jewett Golf Course.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to any animal rescue organization.

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

Published by The Gazette on Oct. 21, 2018.

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Shirley

October 22, 2018

May the God of all comfort continue to comfort you all as you continue to cope with the loss of your dear love one. Isaiah 61:1-2

Terri Parks

October 22, 2018

So very sorry for your loss. Such a difficult year. Many prayers coming your way.

October 21, 2018

I will miss talking golf and baseball with Finn he was a great guy and he and Betty were the greatest
Patty Sue

Donna Martin

October 21, 2018

Betty & Finn will always have a special spot in my heart. They opened their home to me when my husband, Don, was in the hospital in Colorado Springs. Good friends and the best of family. GIVE EVERYONE A HUG FOR ME, FINN. Love, Donna Lee

Cydney Donley

October 21, 2018

Rest in peace ❤

DAVE SEIBERT

October 21, 2018

I WORKED AND PLAYED GOLF WITH HIM. A FINE PERSON.

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