Celebrating the Life of
Elsie Finlayson
June 30, 1940 — April 21, 2023
Obituary
A woman of grace and dignity.
To know even one life breathed easier because she lived is to know she truly succeeded while here.
A mother holds her children's hands for a while, their hearts forever.
She is clothed with strength and dignity and laughs without fear of the future
The death is announced of
Elsie Evadney Finlayson also known as June of
Westmoreland who passed away on Friday April 21st at the age of 82.
She is survived by her
Ex-husband -Archie Finlayson in Jamaica
Son- Donald in the USA
Daughter-in-Law Tavannie in the USA
Grandchildren- Kiara and Brendon in the USA
Sisters- Despy and Veronica
Brother- Balford
Brother-in-law- Byron
Sister-in-law Bibi, Beastie, Etheline and Sonia
Many nieces and nephews in USA, Canada and UK including Delicia in the UK
Her Caretakers- Clair, Etheline and Maureen
Many relative and friends in the US, Canada, UK and the surrounding area including Keisha Bromfield-Chaplin, Clarke/Flemmings Family in the US, Boakes Family in the UK, Norma Wilson and Family in Canada, Jackie Linton and family in USA, Braveboy Family in the USA, members of the Sutcliff Mt. Baptist Church and members of the Buddhist community in the US.
Funeral service for the late Elsie Evadney (Anderson) Finlayson will be held Saturday May 20th, 2023 11am at Sutcliff Mt. Baptist Church in Whithorn and burial at Honeygan’s Memorial Gardens
Services
Memorial Service (In-Person)
Saturday, May 20, 2023, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Eastern Time
Sutcliffe Mt. Baptist Church, Whithorn P.A., Westmoreland
Memories and Condolences
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Despy and June
Test
Kiara's Birth
Our cruise vacation
Rest in eternal peace Auntie June Your niece Paulette x
A friendship formed between first time mothers 58 years ago, who shared the same birth date. We shared great times in Malta and that lasting friendship continued throughout all the years. Dear June. The world has lost a good person and is a poorer place without you but memories will linger on. Jean & Julian UK
My deepest condolences to the Finlayson family. I have know Elsie since the early 90's and we have maintain a good relationship since then. She was a friend a sister a woman for faith a great inspiration to all. She will be missed, I will keep all your advice, can't stop calling your name. Lorraine Phillips
My favourite and wonderful Aunty June. We both are born in June that is me first connection to you. I always looked up to you. You always welcomed me and showed me family love, unity, values and support, She shared so many things with me. She gave me so many memories. She watched me grow with understanding. I will miss her, we will miss her and the kindness and love she always showed us. For me she is pure love. To Donald and family your mum and Grandma was super special and your are a beautiful product of her. She is irreplaceable. This is a huge loss to our family, may her memory and love live forever!! She will never be forgotten. Thank you for everything and all the time you spent with me or have to me no matter the distance in location. Forever in my heart. Your niece Delicia
Having only a fear and respect for understanding the loss of your first favorite lady, we cannot pretend to know the pain. Yet, our hearts ache with you as we pray for comfort in these difficult times.
Our Condolences to Donald and Family Fr: Ann and family
Mum the kids and I will be forever grateful for the amazing job you did raising Donald; he is the husband every woman desire and father every kid wants. You lived a life that was full and precious and though you are no longer here on earth with us the best part of you will always be here. Rest in perfect peace and take your rightful place at the right hand of God.
Our condolences to the Finlayson's family. May god continue to comfort you in this time. May her soul rest in perfect peace!
RIEP June. You have completed your earthly chores. Rest well with your Heavenly Father. Will miss your contagious laughter.
June you will be missed, your are a true friend to all your friends.A very loyal person and great friend.You always do your best for others. Condolences to your family May they continue your love Rest in peace 🙏🏽❤️
Thank you for the life lessons you have taught me, I will continue to include them in my life daily. Your last advise to me was "Take care of yourself." I did not understand it then, but now I do. Thank you for the many laughs and food we both shared in Canada and the United States I will never forget them. Auntie Junie. " Sleep thy last sleep free from care and sorrow REST where none weep ." I will miss you and I will always have you in my heart forever. Rest in Peace Auntie Junie.
I call you Matron but you were a mother and a friend to me . Love always
I call you Matron but to me you were a mother and a friend .May your soul rest in eternal peace
Mum you were a wonderful loving mother, we miss you so much
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