Celebrating the life of
John H. Finke
July 12, 1919 - June 10, 2008
John H. Finke
SAVANNAH – John H. Finke, age 88, died Tuesday, June 10, 2008, at Candler Hospital.
A native and lifelong resident of Savannah, he was the retired owner of Atlantic Supply Co. and a former member of the Savannah Purchasing Agents Association. John retired from the United States Army as a Major. A veteran of World War II, serving in the European Theatre, he was wounded on June 10, 1944. He later married his British born nurse, Joan Quinton, who preceded him in death in 2000. John was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church.
Surviving are his sons, Robert Finke of Savannah, and Richard Finke and his wife, Kim, of Lawrenceville, GA; and four grandchildren, Justin Finke, Jenna Finke, Tessa Finke, and Steve Finke.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 14, 2008, at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel, with Pastor Don Lunick officiating. The family will receive friends from 10:00 am until 11:00 am.
Interment will follow in the Greenwich Section of Bonaventure Cemetery.
John and Joan used to invite the whole congregation to their home for the New Year's Eve party. Joan was a talented organist and actress, with a kind heart. We will never forget those good old days. Blessed be their memory.
- Bill and Gigi Schumacher, Savannah, GA
Dear Richard and family, I am so sorry to hear of John's death, but he had a good one surrounded by loving family and friends. It is so hard to lose a loved one - especially a parent - because those we love are a part of us. I will think of you on Saturday. Let me know if there is anything I can do for you - you know I will do it if I possibly can. Love to all. Cherrie
- Cherrie Jones Seman, Duncan, SC
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. He was a wonderful man. He and your mother were the most caring and remarkable people I have ever known. They touched the lives of so many and we are grateful to have known them. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God continue to bless your family.
- carol hyers cooley, dothan, AL
Richard; We are sorry to learn of the loss of your father. John & Joan were such good neighbors and friends. Where is Robby? We still miss Savannah.
- Brad & Gloria Dillon, Gulf Breeze, FL
John and Joan used to invite the whole congregation to their home for the New Year's Eve party. Joan was a talented organist and actress, with a kind heart. We will never forget those good old days. Blessed be their memory.
- Bill and Gigi Schumacher, Savannah, GA
Dear Richard and family, I am so sorry to hear of John's death, but he had a good one surrounded by loving family and friends. It is so hard to lose a loved one - especially a parent - because those we love are a part of us. I will think of you on Saturday. Let me know if there is anything I can do for you - you know I will do it if I possibly can. Love to all. Cherrie
- Cherrie Jones Seman, Duncan, SC
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. He was a wonderful man. He and your mother were the most caring and remarkable people I have ever known. They touched the lives of so many and we are grateful to have known them. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God continue to bless your family.
- carol hyers cooley, dothan, AL
Richard; We are sorry to learn of the loss of your father. John & Joan were such good neighbors and friends. Where is Robby? We still miss Savannah.
- Brad & Gloria Dillon, Gulf Breeze, FL
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
