Charles was a man of action and always a man of few words. Charles proudly served in the United States Navy during WWII. He was residing at the Falcons Landing Military Retirement Community in Potomac Falls, Virginia. Offer words of sympathy and comfort, share a memory or light a candle. After his honorable discharge he earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Arkansas Baptist College. With over 1,900 locations, Dignity Memorial providers proudly serve over 375,000 families a year. Besides his unyielding work ethic, having a solid spiritual life was also of great importance to him. 2017-2023 Tribute Archive. He also worked on A-10s in Alaska and B52s in Spokane, WA, where he was staffed as a hydraulic specialist.After he was honorably discharged from the Air Force, Charlie began working for J.M. Some of his innovations, however, had taken hold. Copyright 2023, Wilcox Newspapers. And since 1974, the American League has used a designated hitter instead of letting the pitcher bat. Mr. Charles E. Finley "Flap", 81 of LaFayette, AL passed away on Tuesday, February 21, 2023. He was the seventh of ten children. After two attempts to move the franchise to Denver fell through, Finley sold the team to the Haas family for $12.7 million and dropped from the baseball scene. "I think Charlie will be remembered probably as a maverick," Kuhn told The Associated Press yesterday. However, many will continue to recall his love for being the churchs chef and relish in his delicious macaroni and cheese. Charles merged his culinary skills within all aspects of his life. He was preceded in death by his parents Leonard and Mary Finley, and 2 sisters Bobbi Nix and Blanche Finley. Zion Missionary Baptist Church in LaFayette, AL, Pastor Dr. Melvin Owens, Eulogist, Rev. James 1:12 Charlie, Pop, Charlie Rock, Hot Man, you are loved very much and will truly be missed. Charles was preceded in death by his siblings Ethel Symms, Tarrytown, NY, Zalena Stack, White Plains, NY, Cora Short, Nelson, VA., Vinnie Rean Daniels, Yonkers, NY, Haywood Finley, Nelson, VA., Moses (Margaret) Finley, Yonkers, NY, Franklyn (Dorothy) Finley, Georgia, Stella Finley, Nelson, VA. Charles leaves to cherish his memory a loving, devoted wife Mamie Blanche, one son George (Traci) Mt. February 21, 2023 Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Forward to Family & Friends; Print; Contact Support; Upgrade; Death Certificates; Share This Obituary. Charles earned his early education in Clarksville, Virginia. He is survived by : his wife Nell Finley of LaFayette, AL; his sons, Kenneth Finley (Linda) of LaGrange, GA and Eric Linson (Olivia) of Ft. Mitchell, AL; his siblings, Lorene Holloway of LaFayette, AL, Mary Jennings (Alfred) of Lanett, AL, Dorothy Relf (Julian) of Decatur, GA, Isabella Jackson of LaFayette, AL, Cynthia Fears (Dwayne) of West Point, GA, Albert Finley, Jr. of LaFayette, AL, James Finley (Margie) of Mobile, AL and Walter Finley (Josephine) of LaFayette, AL; his grandchildren, Antron Finley of LaGrange, GA, Eric Jerrell Linson (Andrea) of Phenix City, AL, Justin Rashad Linson of Ft. Mitchell, AL and Jessica Finley of LaGrange, GA; his great grandchild Harlym Jayde Linson of Phenix City, AL; and his siblings-in-law, Mary Ellen Carr (Fletcher) of LaFayette, AL, Emma Sue Whitlow of LaFayette, AL and Bobby Baker of Lanett, AL. 2023 SCI SHARED RESOURCES, LLC. Jim Houston will officiate the service. The Dignity Memorial brand name is used to identify a network of licensed funeral, cremation and cemetery providers that include affiliates of Service Corporation International, 1929 Allen Parkway, Houston, Texas. Handy Memorial Cemetery 402 B St, La Fayette, AL 36862. Leave a memory or share a photo or video below to show your support. Bro. Shaenelle Johnston officiating. Write your message of sympathy today. He was devoted to looking after his sisters and their families from Virginia to New York. However, the United States Army came calling, so he was drafted and served two years. Mt. He. Charlie and Kathy loved going for rides on his Harley together.In addition to his wife, Kathy, Charlie is survived by five children: Marie Finley of Quincy; Daniel (Sarah Cummings) Finley of Charlotte, NC; Ross (Rose) Finley of Quincy, IL; Jay (Erica) Finley of Quincy; and Jack Finley of Quincy; four grandchildren: Lucas, Mattie, Brynn, and Huckson Finley; three brothers: Jim Finley of Carpentersville, IL; John Finley, of Hendersonville, NC; and Tom (Jody) Finley, of East Moine, IL; three sisters: Beth (Dave) Likens of Waltonville, IL; Kathi Finley of Cherokee, NC; and Jeanne (Jim) Aschemann of Quincy; his mother, Lorraine Hidding, of Hendersonville, NC; and numerous nieces, nephews, and in-laws.Charlie was preceded in death by his father, stepfather, Paul Hidding, two grandchildren: Taigen and Bentley Finley, and a sister at birth.Services: 10:00 a.m. on Friday, November 2, 2018 at St. Franics Solanus Catholic Church, with Rev. At 18, he worked in the steel mills in Gary, Ind. Service map data OpenStreetMap contributors. Authorize the publication of the original written obituary with the accompanying photo. He accepted this job and remained there for 26 years until retirement. Charles Dean Finley, age 84, of Nebo, North Carolina passed away on Wednesday, May 18, 2022 at Amorem Patient Care. After graduating from high school, he was chosen to join the Pittsburg Pirates Baseball team. Three members of those teams -- Reggie Jackson, Catfish Hunter and Rollie Fingers -- were signed by Finley and are in the Baseball Hall of Fame. Copyright 2023 Hansen-Spear Funeral Home. By the time he recovered, he had devised a blueprint for a group insurance plan for doctors. Charles was born on May 11, 1940 in St. Louis to Jack and Mary Belle (Gardner) Finley. He didn't like people telling him what to do. Public Visitation was held on Sunday, February 26, 2023, from 2:00 PM until 6:00 PM CST at Silmon-Seroyer Funeral Home Chapel in LaFayette. When the war ended, he turned to insurance full time. Interment will be held at Algoma South Cemetery with full military honors. Would you like to offer Charles Finleys loved ones a condolence message? Similarly, during his last four and a half months, while under trial, he remained strong and committed to his constitution. Echovita offers a solidarity program that gives back the funds generated to families. From the time he bought the Athletics in 1960, when they were situated in Kansas City, Mo., to the time he sold them as a declining franchise in Oakland, Calif., after the 1980 season, Finley not only fought with everyone from commissioner to groundskeeper, but also constantly pressed for innovations in a sport that had hardly changed in a half-century. A unique and lasting tribute for a loved one. He served in the U.S. Air Force, in the 808th Air Police Squadron. He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife of 53 years, Carol Finley. It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Charles Edward Finley of Lafayette, Alabama, who passed away on February 21, 2023, at the age of 81, leaving to mourn family and friends. For example, his annual New York City Transit Dinner engagement was a must go, and his annual breakfast at the Corinthian Lodge #44 in Ossining, New York, where he held Lifetime membership, was another great success. Your entry has exceeded the maximum character limit. Receive obituaries from the city or cities of your choice. He liked to do his thing, his own way.". James Wheeler O.F.M. Williams, now an adviser to the Yankee owner George Steinbrenner, said by telephone from Tampa, Fla., yesterday: "At the time, there was friction and all that. Charles V. Finley, age 81, of Overland Park, Kansas passed away at home on Tuesday, December 14, 2021. Serving as pallbearers will be Cody Hubbell, Cameron Parkinson, Michael Cornett, Seth Verret, Dakota Stolz, Colten Vincik, Jarred Vincik and Luke Arreguin. Visitation was held on Sunday, February 26th 2023 from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Silmon-Seroyer Funeral Home Chapel (612 M. L. K. Jr Dr SW, Atlanta, GA 30314). To preserve these articles as they originally appeared, The Times does not alter, edit or update them. Bills-McGaugh & Hamilton Funeral Home & Crematory, 755 Yell Road, Send flowers to the service of Charles H. Finley. It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Charles Theodore Finley (Bessemer, Alabama), born in Shannon, Alabama, who passed away on August 3, 2021, at the age of 79, leaving to mourn family and friends. Realizing that he might lose all of his unsigned stars at the end of the 1976 season, he traded Jackson and Ken Holtzman to Baltimore, then sold Blue to the Yankees and Joe Rudi and Fingers to the Red Sox. ", Jackson, now part of the Yankees' special advisory group, said that Finley "was a tough guy," who had taught him "a lot about demanding excellence, and that helped mold my career.". He made sure that everyone and everything was alright for his family. Funeral services with full . After seven woeful years in Kansas City, Finley moved the franchise to Oakland for the 1968 season and built the dominant team in the early 1970's, a thickly mustached and heavily sideburned squad that won three straight World Series from 1972-74, in spite of bickering among the owner, players and managers. Handy Memorial Cemetery (402 B St, La Fayette, AL 36862). He was a firm believer in taking every civil service exam offered and achieving high scores. He was born on Park Street in Orono, Maine on June 17, 1928, the son of Ernest R. and Thelma (Fortier) Martin. This is a digitized version of an article from The Timess print archive, before the start of online publication in 1996. The Dignity Memorial brand name is used to identify a network of licensed funeral, cremation and cemetery providers that include affiliates of Service Corporation International, 1929 Allen Parkway, Houston, Texas. See the article in its original context from. He married Kathleen Brinkman on March 6, 1982 in Quincy. But when Williams quit, and tried to move to the Yankees, Finley stopped him with legal action, then allowed him to become manager of the California Angels a few months later. He graduated from the local high . But his real problems arose with the decision of a Federal judge to uphold an arbitration ruling of Peter Seitz that opened the door for free agency in baseball. He is preceded in death by his parents. He was born April 6, 1932, in El Dorado, the son of the late Cubie Finley, Sr., and Lydia B. But four days later, Commissioner Bowie Kuhn voided the sales and ordered the players back to the A's, saying, "The deals were inconsistent with the best interests of baseball." Help tell the story of your loved ones unique life. The family requests that memorials be sent to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Charles E. Finley . Charles Oscar Finley was born on Feb. 22, 1918, in Ensley, Ala., near Birmingham. With over 1,900 locations, Dignity Memorial providers proudly serve over 375,000 families a year. Charles Emery Finley, age 89, loving husband, daddy and grandfather, passed away Friday, April 18, 2014. Upon completion of his military service he migrated to Westchester, New York. Charles was employed by the Masters School in Dobbs Ferry, New York as a chef. Vernon, four daughters Lanette (his shining armor) Queens, LaShay (James) Bronx, Racquel and Gina, Queens, one sister Lillian Tyee, Yonkers, one Goddaughter Stacey Mason, Bronx, one brother-in-law Robert Mason, Bronx. Would you like to offer Charles Edward Finleys loved ones a condolence message? Chuck was born on Nov. 21, 1929, in Portland. A native of McDowell County, Dean was born on October 8 . As he established his one-man regime, his middle initial came to stand for "owner." It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Charles Edward Finley of Lafayette, Alabama, who passed away on February 21, 2023, at the age of 81, leaving to mourn family and friends. He would often say, Oh, honey I got a lot to do around here. He was always pondering a way to fix and secure items for safety all around the house. He was born May 31, 1924 in McGee, Arkansas to the late Dora Raye Finley. But he did not get one until March 1960, when he bought the Kansas City Athletics, the old Connie Mack franchise that had moved from Philadelphia after the 1954 season. Gary L. Dixon, Officiating. This site is provided as a service of SCI Shared Resources, LLC. He retired in September of 2018.Charlie was a member of St. Francis Solanus Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus. Joe was born on August 16, 1949 in Klamath Falls, Oregon. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Charles Franklin Finley to show support. They had seven children and eventually divorced. Visitation was held on Friday, February 24th 2023 at 1:00 PM at the Goodson Funeral Home (830 Noble St, Anniston, AL 36201). He is also survived by many friends and other relatives. A unique and lasting tribute for a loved one. His promotional ideas were ingenious: the colorful green and gold uniforms, the sheep grazing on the grassy slope behind the right-field fence, the mechanical rabbit that popped up behind home plate with a supply of new baseballs for the umpire and the team mascot, a mule named Charlie O. He dabbled in other sports briefly, purchasing the Oakland Golden Seals of the National Hockey League in 1970 and the Memphis Pros (later the Tams) of the American Basketball Association in 1972. Funeral Services will be held 2:00 pm Thursday, April 24, 2014 at Colonial Funeral Home, with the Rev. 2023 SCI SHARED RESOURCES, LLC. great great grandchildren, Destiny Garcia, Addison Young, Dakota Theriot, Aubree Stolz and Baby Walker; and numerous nieces and nephews. He married the love of his life, Betty Jean Peroni, on March 5, 1947 in the Rio Grande Valley. Charlie attended John Wood Community College before joining the United States Air Force from 1982 until 1990. He married the love of his life, Kathryn Hall Finley on March 26, 1955. I'll remember all the innovations and that if a player got injured and I needed one, the next day I'd have two or three to choose from. He worked for Ryder Logistics retiring after 15 years; during his 15 years he was awarded Driver of the Year in 2012. Please select what you would like included for printing: Copy the text below and then paste that into your favorite email application. Charles Franklin Finley Obituary We are sad to announce that on November 27, 2022 we had to say goodbye to Charles Franklin Finley of Richmond, Virginia, born in Parkersburg, West Virginia. In 1941, he married Shirley McCartney. Your entry has exceeded the maximum character limit. BRUNSWICK - Charles "Chuck" Raymond, 93, of Brunswick, passed away on Feb. 22, 2023 following a sudden illness. Here is Charles Jefferson Finley's obituary. Consequently I want you to know what all of my expectations were met, and then some. While employed at the Masters School, he received the opportunity to work for the New York City Transit Authority Subway Division. She survives. A funeral service for Mr. John "Charles" Finley will be held on Monday, January 4, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Downs Funeral Home. Let others know about your loved one's death. He believed that there was always a project, and he delighted in getting the job done. CHARLES FINLEY OBITUARY. He was preceded in death by his mother, Dora Raye Finley, his wife of 57 years, Betty Jean Finley, his son John Finley, his daughter Nora Jean Stolz, his grandson Kenneth Wright II, his grandson Nicholas Verret, his sisters, Elsie Haynes and Lillie Warner; his brothers Wesley Finley and Teague Finley; and great great grandchildren, Serenity Norman and Faith Norman. Words of comfort may be shared with the Family at www.colonialfuneralhomevictoria.com. Some of his ideas were considered silly, such as an orange-colored baseball. Promise no spam and you can unsubscribe at any time. Moriah, Newcomer & Freeman Funeral Home, 10507 Holmes Road, Kansas City, MO 64131, followed by a Memorial Service at 2:00pm. Paul Charles Edward Martin. World Series games were played at night, starting in 1971. Please accept Echovita's sincere condolences. You were always there for us, lending support, offering suggestions, and yet being unobtrusive. Click a candle below to add a candle to your message. While he made money there, the attendance was never much higher than in Kansas City. By 1979, when the Athletics finished 54-108, attendance was down to 306,763. At 13, he worked as a bat boy for the Birmingham minor league team. He lost the case in court. Charles O. Finley, the contentious and colorful former owner of the Oakland A's who challenged baseball tradition by championing changes like bright-colored uniforms and the designated hitter, died yesterday at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago. Loving husband, father, grandfather and brother, Joseph Charles Bolesta passed away on February 23, 2023 in Loveland, Colorado - peacefully and with family. Miss Finley lived. Jean H. Finley, 86, of Pompton Plains passed away on Saturday, November 13, 2021. Colonial Funeral Home. Moriah, Newcomer and Freeman Funeral Home & Mount Moriah Cemetery South, Ascend Hospice, 4550 West 109th Street, Suite 210, Overland Park, Kansas 66211 (click here), The American Cancer Society, 1120 Pennsylvania Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64105 (click here), Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. There is no photo or video of Charles Edward Finley.Be the first to share a memory to pay tribute. He is survived by his son, Chuck and wife Mindy Finley of Needville; daughter Raye Parkinson and husband Preston of Matagorda, daughter Suzette Young and husband Rex of Hungerford, daughter Sabrina Verret and husband Nelson of Victoria, daughter Mary Jo Woods of Belton, daughter Debra Johnston and husband Houston of Vanderbilt, and daughter Lucy Young and husband Bart of Victoria; sister, Marie Varnon of Dayton; Lewisburg, He is preceded in death by his parents, Lucy and Wise Finley Sr.; first wife, Bessie Mae Finley; second. During his time in the service, he fought in the Vietnam War. Visitation will be from 5:00-7:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 3, 2021 at Downs Funeral Home. They moved to Victoria in 1961 and raised their 9 gifts from Heaven with love and taught them respect and hardwork. Jr Dr SW, Atlanta, GA 30314, Mt. Bro. Prepare a personalized obituary for someone you loved.. November 24, 1941 - He married Kathleen Brinkman on March 6, 1982 in Quincy. Lucky "7" CB Club as well as being a co-founder and member of the Valley Rescue Squad. Charles Joseph "Charlie" Finley, age 59, of Quincy, died on Friday, October 26, 2018 at 9:13 a.m. in his home.Charlie was born June 17, 1959 in Ottumwa, Iowa, the son of John W. and F. Lorraine Niemer Finley. Charles served on the Usher Board and remained a faithful member until he was no longer able to fulfill his responsibilities. grandchildren, Lisa Stolz, Shane Stolz, Heinz and wife Marie Stolz, Jay and wife Faith Finley, Trey Finley, Kerry and wife Lisa Parkinson, Josh and wife Danielle Parkinson, Jeremy Parkinson, Amber Miranda, Michelle and husband Reno Cornett, Melissa and husband Shawn Vincik, Chad and wife Chandra Verret, Ben and wife Sara Verret, Krista Verret, Christy and husband Jason Soliz, Misty and husband Anthony Sniggs, Brittany and husband Cody Randolph, Houston Johnston, II, Shaenelle Johnston, Jesslie and wife Brooke Johnston, Jacob and wife Priscilla Arreguin, Eric Arreguin, Luke Arreguin, Chloe Young, Breeana Young, Deanna and husband Mike Bouillion and Dale Young; He grew up on the farm of his homesteader parents, Charles A. Bolesta and Eleanor J. Bolesta, near Tulelake, California, with his siblings Peggy, Mary, Laura and Murray. All Rights Reserved. He was a big of fan of the Packers, the Blues, and the Cardinals. Huber as a ground control technician. Charlie also enjoyed helping his boys with their Boy Scout camp outings. Here is Charles Finley's obituary. November 17, 2013 Richmond, Virginia Set a Reminder for the Anniversary of Charles' Passing. Privacy Policy and In fact, when anyone extended an invitation to some other event that conflicted with his annual chef dates, he would regretfully decline with a big smile. Charles Daniel Finley, 82, of Chicago, Illinois, departed this life February 6, 2021. This funeral home is head and shoulders above the other funeral homes in this area. Sign up for service and obituary updates. David F. Smith/Associated Press. April 3, 1928 - October 18, 2021, Charles Frederick Finley passed away on October 18, 2021 in BRONX, New York. To leave a condolence message, add photos, or add videos, please login with your name and email. In 1974, the A's won their third straight World Series, this time under Manager Alvin Dark, whom Finley had fired before. Comfort the family with flowers or a sympathy gift. Mr. Finley passed away at his family home on December 30, 2020. He was born July 12, 1936 in Kalamazoo, the. Click the 'sign up' button to the right to kickoff the email series and receive the workbook pdf today. His eight years in Kansas City were stormy. Honorary Pallbearers will be his grandchildren. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. A funeral service for Mr. John "Charles" Finley will be held on Monday, January 4, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Downs Funeral Home. But you forget about that. Send a note, share a story or upload a photo. Charles was a great Christian man who loved his family as well as his church Faith Evangelist Church in Valley and the church family. officiating.Burial: Calvary Cemetery, Quincy, Illinois with military honors by American Legion Post #37Visitation: 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 1, 2018 at Hansen-Spear Funeral Home with a Liturgical wake service at 7:00 p.m.Memorials: 12 Little Angels Memorial Fund at St. Francis Solanus Church or Unity Point Hospicewww.hansenspear.comHansen-Spear Funeral Directors are in charge of the arrangements. Charles proudly served in the United States Navy during WWII. Click the 'sign up' button to get inspiring and healing messages, right in your inbox. It may take up to 1 hour for your comment to appear on the website. Leave a memory or share a photo or video below to show your support. It may take up to 1 hour for your comment to appear on the website, Charles Emery Finley, age 89, loving husband, daddy and grandfather, passed away Friday, April 18, 2014. Sign up to receive a notification daily whenever there is an update on this obituary. Crow. Charles Henry 'Pardner' Finley, 88, of Tollette died Monday, Sept. 21, 2020. In-as-much as I married into a fourth generation funeral home family, I had expectations, right or wrong about what to expect. Old Town - Paul Charles Edward Martin, passed away on February 25, 2023, at the age of 94. He was a man about business and making sure that all things were decent and in order. Charles W. Finley Obituary Remember Charles W. Finley. OBITUARY Charles Emery Finley May 31, 1924 - April 18, 2014. But late in 1946, at the age of 28, he developed tuberculosis and spent the next 18 months in a sanitarium at Crown Point, Ind. Besides the court case, Finley lost most of his championship team and the A's limped along for most of the 1977 season. Let others know about your loved one's death. Handy Cemetery in LaFayette.Mr. Charles also enjoyed cooking and caring for his friends and family. Charles was born on May 11, 1940 in St. Louis to Jack and Mary Belle (Gardner) Finley. Charlie was born June 17, 1959 in Ottumwa, Iowa, the son of John W. and F. Lorraine Niemer Finley. He is survived by : his wife Rose Nguyen Finley; his children, Chris Finley of Lakeland and Sharon Gowen of Memphis; his grandsons, Hayden Gowen and Jackson Gowen; his siblings, Gwen Carey of Atoka and Larry Finley of Atoka; and his aunt Beulah Shackelford of Memphis. He studied engineering in college at night and played considerable semipro baseball. Charles V. Finley, age 81, of Overland Park, Kansas passed away at home on Tuesday, December 14, 2021. The importance of saying "I love you" during COVID-19, Effective ways of dealing with the grieving process, Solutions to show your sympathy safely during the Covid-19 pandemic. Services have been entrusted to Bluffton Funeral Services, Lanett, Alabama. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family. Charles Joseph "Charlie" Finley, age 59, of Quincy, died on Friday, October 26, 2018 at 9:13 a.m. in his home. But attendance remained low for a team that never had a winning season, and after continual threats to move, Finley packed up for Oakland. A host of nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews, cousins and friends. Born in Orange, she was the daughter of the late Charles F. and Mary H. (Halbing) Finley. All rights reserved. Many teams wore bright uniforms. May God continue to bless you and give you His peace to carry on to others with your care, love and hope of strength to continue to serve. He was a member of the American Legion. CANDLE HAS BEEN LIT CANDLES HAVE BEEN LIT, We are reviewing your submission. You can still show your support by sending flowers directly to the family, or plant a tree in memory of Charles Frederick Finley. He wanted to win.". Every detail had to be cleared through him. He was predeceased by : his parents, Charles Richard Finley and Treva Shackelford Finley; and his brother Ronnie Finley. Enter your phone number above to have directions sent via text. During World War II, he was rejected for military service because of an ulcer, went to work in an ordnance plant and started selling insurance. As a subscriber, you have 10 gift articles to give each month. During his youthful years, he gave his life to Christ and became a member of the Wharton Memorial Baptist Church in Nelson, Virginia. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family. She survives.He graduated from St. Francis Grade School and Quincy High School in 1977. By 1954, he had his own company, several million dollars and an intense desire to buy a major league baseball team. You can still show your support by sending flowers directly to the family, or plant a tree in memory of Charles Frederick Finley. Funeral arrangement under the care ofSilmon-Seroyer Funeral Home, Silmon-Seroyer Funeral Home Chapel 612 M.L.K. But others, like the designated hitter and night games in the World Series, became fixtures. We cannot thank you enough for your most generous love and support with the passing of our dad. Services will be Friday December 10, 2021 at Bluffton Funeral Services in Lanett, AL. Memorial contributions may be made in Charles' name to Ascend Hospice; 4550 West 109th Street, Suite 210, Overland Park, Kansas 66211 and/or The American Cancer Society; 1120 Pennsylvania Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64105. Mr. Finley was a member of Fairview Baptist Church, Tyler Shrine, Waco Scottish Rite, Bloomfield-Kaufman Masonic Lodge #112, Past Master of RA Tompkins Masonic Lodge # 1254 in Waskom, Texas and Jacksonville Order of Eastern Star Chapter 337. He was born May 31, 1924 in McGee, Arkansas to the late Dora Raye Finley. Terms of Service apply. Standard text messaging rates apply. Echovita offers a solidarity program that gives back the funds generated to families.