In Loving Memory. A Celebration of the Life of Johnny Frank Finch. May 2, 1943 April 9, Saturday, April 11, :00 a.m.

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1 In Loving Memory A Celebration of the Life of May 2, 1943 April 9, 2015

2 In Loving Memory of May 2, 1943 April 9, 2015 Funeral Services at McCommons Chapel Greensboro, Georgia Officiating

3 Footprints Prelude A Celebration of the Life of One night a man had a dream. He dreamed he was walking along the beach with the Lord. Across the sky flashed scenes from his life. For each scene, he noticed two sets of footprints in the sand; one belonging to him, and the other to the Lord. When the last scene of his life flashed before him, he looked back at the footprints in the sand. He noticed that many times along the path of his life there was only one set of footprints. He also noticed that it happened at the very lowest and saddest times in his life. This really bothered him and he questioned the Lord about it. Lord, you said that once I decided to follow you, you d walk with me all the way. But I have noticed that during the most troublesome times in my life, there is only one set of footprints. I don t understand why when I needed you most you would leave me. The Lord replied, My son, My precious child, I love you, and I would never leave you. During your times of trial and suffering, when you see only one set of footprints, it was then that I carried you. Author Unknown Processional Prayer Scripture Softly and Tenderly Message and Words of Comfort Closing Prayer Recessional Interment at Greenview Cemetery Greensboro, Georgia Jenny Ward The family thanks the many friends and relatives who have offered their love and support.

4 A Fire Fighter s Prayer When I am called to duty, God, whenever flames may rage; give me strength to save some life, whatever be its age. Help me embrace a little child before it is too late; or save an older person from the horror of that fate. I want to fill my calling and to give the best in me; to guard my every neighbor and protect his property. And if, according to my fate, I am to lose my life; please bless with your protecting hand my children and my wife.

5 , age 71, of Greensboro, GA, died Thursday, April 9, 2015 at St. Mary s Hospice House in Watkinsville, GA. A lifelong resident of Greene County, he was born May 2, 1943 to the late Glenn Boswell Pete Finch and Lillie Belle Jennings Finch. Johnny graduated from Greensboro High School in the class of On January 31, 1965 he married the former Carol Batson of Greensboro, GA and most recently they celebrated their fiftieth wedding anniversary. He served his country in the Army National Guard for six years. After twenty-four years of service, Johnny retired on August 1, 2004 as the shredder operator from Alcan Aluminum which began as Keystone. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Greensboro. For forty-three years, he served his community as a volunteer fireman with the Greensboro Fire Department. Throughout his life, he enjoyed fishing and working in his yard. Johnny was a very loving husband, father, friend and coworker and everyone will miss him dearly. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Evelyn Dunn and Jean King; and brother Glenn Finch. Survivors include his wife Carol Finch; daughter, Christi; and sons, Darien (Paula), Paul (Samantha), Pete (Tracy) and Matthew (Andrea); sister, Connie Tatman; and brother, Ronnie Finch; nine grandchildren, Ethan, Kaely, Morgan, Tyler, Corey, Grace, Jackson, Harrison and Caroline Finch; a number of nieces, nephews along with many extended relatives and many friends. Funeral Services will be held Saturday, April 11, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. at McCommons Chapel, 109 W. Broad Street, Greensboro, GA with Rev. Bruce Lovin officiating. Interment will follow in Greenview Cemetery, Memorial Drive, Greensboro, GA Serving as pallbearers are Herman Thomas, Bobby Duvall, Jeff Smith, Joe Bashore, Mac Manley and William Myers. Honorary pallbearers will be members of the Greensboro Fire Department. The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday night at McCommons Funeral Home. The family requests that any memorials be made to the First Baptist Church Bldg. Fund, 203 S. Main Street, Greensboro, GA McCommons Funeral Home, 109 W. Broad St., Greensboro, GA, (706) , is in charge of arrangements. Visit us at to sign the online guest register. McCommons Funeral Home P.O. Box W. Broad St. Greensboro, Georgia Over 100 Years and 5 Generations of Service Callaway Funeral Home 208 N. Rhodes Street Union Point, Georgia 30669