In Remembrance Of

Marilyn Finney

Marilyn Kay Finney 78, of Agency Missouri, passed away December 26, 2022. 

Marilyn was born April 28, 1944 to Ralph and Mildred Moser. Marilyn attended grade school in Gower and later graduated as Valedictorian of her class at Faucett High School. Later, she attended Northwest Missouri State University and received her degree in secondary education. 

In August of 1966 she married her high school sweetheart, John Finney. They made their home on a farm just north of Faucett. 

Marilyn taught social sciences for the North Platte School District until her daughter was born. During that time, she was a homemaker and helped John on the farm. She later worked for several commission firms at the St. Joseph Stockyards. After that she worked as the assistant director at Midland Empire Resources for Independent Living (MERIL), where she retired.

Marilyn enjoyed attending all her family’s activities. She enjoyed watching sports, especially the Chiefs and the East Buchanan Bulldogs football teams which her grandsons were a part of. Marilyn loved antique shopping and going out to eat. She also loved sitting on her front porch to read the newspaper and take care of her flowers. 

She is survived by her husband John, daughter Andrea Veatch, son in law Chris Veatch, and grandsons Barrett and Blane; sister, Glenda Liday; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends.

Visitation: 6:00-8:00 p.m. Thursday, December 29th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Gower.

Funeral Service: 11:00 a.m. Friday, December 30th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Gower.

Burial: Halleck Cemetery, Faucett, MO.

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14 comments

  • Alice (Deatherage) Couldry

    Dick and I were saddened to hear of Marilyn’s passing. John, you and yours are in our prayers for peace and comfort.

  • Sherrill Kelsey

    So sorry for your loss. I first got to know Marilyn when we worked together at NP. She was a special, fun loving , caring friend and she will be truly missed.

  • Kim (Crum)Hecker

    Sorry for loss prayer for you and your family.

  • Denise Beattie

    I am so sorry for your loss. I have such sweet memories of Marilyn. My hugs and prayers.

  • Lisa Giddens

    Andrea-
    Your mom was a pleasure. She will be missed by so many. I’m glad she is without pain now. Sending you a big hug as you grieve her physical loss. Hoping you find comfort in her many loving memories. Her fun spirit will live well through your laughter and playfulness.

  • Kathleen Willson

    Mrs. Finney was my favorite teacher at North Platte High School. She always looked so pretty and stylish sitting on her stool teaching us. She will be missed!

  • Cathy Manville Boyd

    Andrea, your mother was one of my very favorite teachers. I loved her history and contemporary issues classes. She was a dedicated instructor who was very special to so many students. Most of all, I loved her vivacious, fun-loving personality. When together, she and I would recall an especially funny adventure which made us both laugh aloud years after! She was such a blessing in my life. Please accept my sincere condolences.

  • Ron Smith

    John and family so sorry to hear of your wife’s passing .May you find comfort knowing she has went to her heavenly home . God Bless

  • Kelly sampson

    Many prayers to you all! My thoughts are with you all!

  • Teresa Cummings Smith

    Both my husband Tom and I were privileged to have had Mrs. Finney as a high school teacher. What we remember most about her was her genuine care for her students, her sense of humor, and her smile. Please accept our deepest condolences on the loss of your wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend.

  • Alan krumme

    Better place now..

  • Anita Mummert

    My sincerest sympathies to your family . Marilyn was a wonderful teacher and friend . May The Lord be with you and bring you peace!

  • Rachel LANHAM Kelley

    I am so heartbroken to here this.!!!! I so love your mom and dad with all my heart ❤️. Before we closed your mom brought in a pair of earrings to give me. I will always treasure them. Prayers to you all!!!! Love you Marilyn, always and forever!!!! Love Rach!!!

  • Judy Clark

    Sorry for your loss. Marilyn was a great gal.
    I send my sympathy to the Family

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