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John Finn

1930 - 2021

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Visitation at Funeral Home

4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Sunday, August 1, 2021

Edward D. Lynch Funeral Home, Inc

43-07 Queens Boulevard

Sunnyside, New York, United States

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Final Resting Place

Monday, August 2, 2021

Calvary Cemetery

49-02 Laurel Hill Boulevard

Woodside, New York, United States

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Monday

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Mass

10:15 am

Monday, August 2, 2021

St. Mary's (Winfield)

70-20 47th Avenue

Woodside, New York, United States

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Ann Canavan posted a condolence

Wednesday, August 18, 2021

My sincere condolences to all the Finn family. Hearing the sad news, brought me back to childhood and the family - neighbours `just down across the fields' . John was a truly special person. I loved his visits to our house. May he Rest In Peace. Áine Canavan

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Séamus Pender posted a condolence

Saturday, August 7, 2021

Deepest sympathy to Pat & and the extended Finn family on John's passing. May he rest in peace. At dheis dé go raibh a anam dílis.

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Patricia L Miller lit a candle

Monday, August 2, 2021

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John was a loved neighbor at the Big Six Towers. Loved to run into him shopping or doing errands. He always had a smile and a kind word. He will be missed by many.

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Jacqueline Corrigan posted a condolence

Sunday, August 1, 2021

We were so sad to hear of the death of John. We wish to extend our sympathies to each of you at this difficult time. May his dear soul Rest In Peace. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers xx. Marie, Anne, Jacqueline, Teresa & Donna Corrigan & Families, Birmingham UK & Wicklow, Ireland

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Sarah Brigid Faith (nee Corrigan) posted a condolence

Saturday, July 31, 2021

Sarah Brigid and The Faith Family, Annie (dear sister), I am sending you my deepest Condolences, I will keep you and your family in my prayers. John, lived and worked for his family, he was such a lovely man, a true gentleman. “Death leaves a heartache no-one can heal – but John’s love will leave a memory no one will forget. Probably with Mary B. now …….. "ach in ár gcroíthe go deo / but in our hearts forever”.

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Sarah Brigid Faith (nee Corrigan) posted a condolence

Saturday, July 31, 2021

Elizabeth-Anna O'Céannubháin & Noel Canavan When planning our first visit with aunt Annie and uncle John, the conversation on the phone went as simple as this ….John said "yes come, sure the house is here". I always remember that phrase and I knew that we were truly welcome. After a short time we realised there was a welcome for everybody at the Finn house. John - not only fed us with his ham, cabbage and prãtaí but also his kind words, his jokes and his prayers. He loved talking with Noel about Ireland, the land, the horses, the football, a little politics but also education. On one of my visits to Queens, John and I spent hours on the internet travelling around Sligo (virtually). We went to Gurteen, we looked for his old school (poss. Cloonunure) - and even looked for the Fairy Tree. We travelled all over Ireland that evening - I enjoyed that adventure so much. We all have those lovely memories if John in our hearts - we were fortunate to know John. 'Go dtuga Dia suaimhnesa síoraí dó n-anam / May God grant internal to his soul'.

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Maureen Griffin lit a candle

Saturday, July 31, 2021

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I am deeply saddened to hear of John passing He was a wonderful man, so kind and gentle. My prayers for his lovely wife, Ann, his children and his grandchildren. He loved so deeply, and was deeply loved by all in return.

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Joe Keane posted a condolence

Saturday, July 31, 2021

I picked up this post on the internet, having already heard the sad news that John had passed to his heavenly reward. I wish firstly to send my condolences to his wife and family. Also to his siblings Mary, Anna ( Loly ) Attracta ( Tacky) ( pet names ) and Gerry. John was all of the noble virtues that have already being posted by others. I was so fortunate to have spoken to him on the phone early in 2020. His voice and sentiments were as I recalled them years ago. I was probably the last person outside his family to have bid him farewell on the eve of his departure to the States. Dominick Murray had given him a farewell party and all the old neighbours had attended. Sadly there are few of those still on this earth now. It is little wonder that he held such a passion for Irish music and folk lore. In my childhood Finn’s house was the centre for many a lively session of music and song. Not to mention the many games of 25 which made the long winter nights memorable and precious. May the Lord have mercy on John’s gentle soul. Joe Keane

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Friday, July 30, 2021

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When I came to work in America, John and Anne were like surrogate parents. Austin had only died a few months early, and John was able to tell me lovely stories about when they were young boys. I too remember his fried chicken, I couldn't wait to visit to sample his speciality and talk about the old days. Fabulous memories of a very special man. Thinking of you Anne and your wonderful family x

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Anne posted a condolence

Thursday, July 29, 2021

My heart is very sad for your great loss.. but I know there are some great old friends back together in heaven ☘️ Will never forget your dad visiting with my dad in 2014 shortly before my dad passed and I know that meant the world to my dad. John, you will be so missed by your loved ones!

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Oran & Elisha posted a condolence

Thursday, July 29, 2021

John, It is with a heavy heart that Elisha and I leave this tribute to you tonight. What a man… You opened your doors to us for a full summer in 2017 and what a time we both had with yourself and Annie. It was the first time you had met Elisha and you welcomed her with open arms. We will never forget your laugh, your ever lasting smile, your powerful sense of humour nor that twinkle in your eye. And we will definitely never forget your amazing chicken cutlets! We will miss them good old card games, crosswords and your stories from home long ago. Elisha often talks about you both going to Sunnyside, these really are memories she will hold onto forever. You made us feel at home every minute we were there, we are so blessed to have been given this time to spend with you and Annie. It’s unfortunate we couldn’t get over again but we will cherish the memories we have made. One of lifes true gentlemen God Bless John

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Thursday, July 29, 2021

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John, it was an honor to know you, such a gentleman who loved a good chat and a laugh. You will be sorely missed but you have left a wonderful legacy behind. RIP.

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Róisín Ní Ruanaidh posted a condolence

Thursday, July 29, 2021

Una and family, so sorry to hear about your lovely dad. Met him several times over the years and always had a friendly word for me. My thoughts are with your lovely family. Ró xxx

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Thursday, July 29, 2021

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This was Johns last visit to Clonavaddy CoTyrone 2018 we all had an amazing time with John a true gentleman you will be sadly missed love you always ❤ from the Mc Elroys R.I.P John

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Alannah Joyce posted a condolence

Thursday, July 29, 2021

My Deepest sympathy to all the Finn family on the passing of John. You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Rest in Peace PopPops, ❤️ Lannie

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Ann Cooke lit a candle

Thursday, July 29, 2021

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Heartfelt condolences to all of the family RIP John

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Thursday, July 29, 2021

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Joseph Shanley posted a condolence

Thursday, July 29, 2021

Condolences to all the family on the passing of John may he Rest in Peace

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Victoria Ward lit a candle

Thursday, July 29, 2021

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Deepest sympathy to all the Finn family. Thinking of you all at this very difficult time - much love Vicky, Taj and family xx

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Vicki whelan posted a condolence

Thursday, July 29, 2021

Una and family so sorry to read of your dear dads passing . Thinking of you all at this time .Vicki Whelan

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Anthea McWeeney Furtado posted a condolence

Thursday, July 29, 2021

Deepest sympathy to Anne and family on the passing of John. John was a true gentleman. John will be sadly missed by his cousin and neighbor in Gurteen Peggy Carberry McWeeney and her family in Boston. May John's gentle soul RIP. Ar dheis go raibh a anam. Peggy and Joe McWeeney

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