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John Finley Obituary

John Michael Finley, 19, of Colorado Springs, CO passed away on April 26, 2013 due to an undetected birth defect in his heart. John was born on September 23, 1993 in Colorado Springs. He graduated from Pine Creek HS in 2012 and was currently a freshman at UCCS pursuing a degree in Engineering. John lived his life to the fullest. He was an amazing son, brother, uncle and friend. He is survived by his father, Mike Finley; sister, Julia Finley; and niece, Alexis Crego. He was preceded in death by mother, Michele Finley.

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Published by The Gazette on May 5, 2013.

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May 18, 2013

John was such a good kid and friend to my son Jared. He will be missed by everyone who knew him. I am praying for the Finley family.

joyce

May 14, 2013

Many times when we loose loved ones we have the need to blame something, someone, to have the question why answered. Some religions teach that the things we go through are Gods will. Job 34:10 tells us "Far be it from the true God to act wickedly, and the Almighty to act unjustly!" God cares deeply for us John 3:16

May 7, 2013

He was in one of my classes. Very sad news when we were told. He was truly a nice and great guy! Rest in peace John, the Finley family is in my prayers.

May 7, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with Mike, Julia and Alexis. Fond memories of both John and Michele back to Wolford School days! God bless - Don, Sandy, and Sommer Shearer

Mary Hertzog

May 6, 2013

Godspeed John, you brightened my life and it was a pleasure to teach you. Prayers for the family. Ms. Hertzog

judy and jill

May 6, 2013

Dearest family,
It has weighed on our hearts, not knowing why God chose John's time to be done here on earth,but now we have clarity. We were there on that Friday night...we were imprinted from that "struggle" that took place,we can not imagine the grief and emptimess from your loss but we will continue to pray for your strength. God bless you all with peace and understanding.

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