Francis J. Finlan

Francis J. Finlan, 92, Passed away peacefully on June 16th, 2024 with his family and loved ones by his side.

Frank is survived by his children; Catherine (Jay) Andersen, Francis (Donna) Finlan, Richard Finlan, James Finlan (Erin Avery), Barbara (Jay) Biondi, Teresa (Steven) Oertel. Grandchildren; Richard, Jay, Joshua, Shannon, Maria, Lauren, Frank, Jim, Amanda, Ashley, Allyson, Jacob and 14 great grandchildren.

Francis was predeceased by his wife of 69 years Barbara Amesse Finlan, his daughters; Elizabeth Abbott, Jean Boughton and son in law Doug Boughton, his parents William and Anna Weiss Finlan and siblings; Peg, Agnes, Bill, Ann and Mary.

Frank was a dedicated employee of Norton Co., in Watervliet for 38 years, he was a Capital District Umpire for many years, his love for the NY Yankees and Detroit Lions will forever hold a special place in his families heart.

We would like to add a special thank you to the staff of Elderwood Latham, NY and the Albany Medical STAT team for the amazing care provided.

Family and friends are invited and may call on Friday from 4 – 7 pm at the Wm. Leahy Funeral Home, 336 3rd Street Troy. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday at 9 am in St. Joseph's Church, Troy with Fr. Joseph Ngo officiating. Interment will follow in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Troy.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations would be appreciated and may be made to; Derek Murphy Memorial Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 400 Wynantskill, NY 12198

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