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Donald Wayne Finnie

November 23, 1946 — February 28, 2018

Donald Wayne "Don" Finnie, age 71, passed away at North Delta Hospice in Southaven, MS on February 28, 2018.  

Don was born November 23, 1946 to the late William Homer Finnie and Betty Gordon Finnie in Panola County, MS. He was a professor for 20 plus years with Colorado Northwestern Community College in Rangely, CO. where he taught anatomy, biology, and physiology. Upon retirement and his move back to MS, Don could be found hunting and fishing. He enjoyed making pottery and tinkering with taxidermy. Donald played guitar during high school in a band called the Nomads. 

The family he leaves behind include his wife, Sybil Griffey Finnie of Sardis; his son, Wesley Von Kanel of Sardis; his brother, Homer Lee Finnie (Belle) of Batesville; and 2 grandchildren, Tyler Wesley Von Kanel and Kaylee Von Kanel. 

The family will hold a private memorial service for Mr. Finnie. Wells Funeral Home has charge.
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