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Jack L. Finley, 82, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away July 11, 2002 from complications of a stroke. He was born October 23, 1919, in Los Angeles California. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife Gertrude for 62 years, sons Gary and wife Nancy, Dana and wife Susie, brother Al Hutchings and Aunt Wanona Saunders both of California. His grandchildren, Garth Finley and his wife Lisa of Cornelius, N.C., Heather Finley of Arlington, TX. Derrick Finley of Mooresville, N.C. and Tiffany and husband Steve Winrich of Albuquerque were special treasures to him and they adored him. He is also survived by many other loving nieces, nephews, in-laws and friends who also suffer by his loss. Jack was preceded in death by his father, Jess and mother Exa. Jack graduated from Albuquerque High and was a student at the University of New Mexico when the New Mexico National Guard regiment, which became the 200th Coast Artillery was called to active duty. Jack was a Bataan Death March survivor and spent 3 years in Japanese concentration camps during WWII. He was awarded the Bronze Star and the Purple Heart for his achievements in the Southwest Pacific Theater. After retiring from the Army in 1960, Jack worked for the Atomic Energy Commission (AEC), now DOE and retired in 1975. Jack was a past member of the Shriners, Elks and Post 49. Jack loved spending his summers in Idaho and being with his many friends. He also enjoyed playing cards with family, playing the organ and watching most sports especially boxing and car racing. Jack will be remembered for many things including his wonderful sense of humor and will be missed by everyone who knew him. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at Strong-Thorne Mortuary at 1100 Coal AV SE on Wednesday , July 17, 2002 at 2:00 pm. The family asks that in lieu of flowers, memorials honoring Jack be sent to the charties of their choice.
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