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Many of you know already that my sweetheart is gone. Thank you all for the kind thoughts, prayers and hopes. It means so much to know that others care.
Pearle F. Finigan, 89, Lincoln, died Tuesday (10-6-09). Born (7-18-20) in rural Lincoln, Nebraska to Francis E. and Pearl M. (Allely) Finigan. Ret. farmer/developer. Farmed with horses and tractors. Member: Country Club of Lincoln; Nebraska Hall of Agricultural Achievement; served as Nebraska Director of Agriculture under Governors Ralph Brooks, Dwight Burney and Frank Morrison; very early supporter of John F. Kennedy; owned and operated Finigan Drug in Estes Park, Colo.; developed land for commercial use and acreages in north Lincoln; delegate to several National Democratic Conventions; member of the University of Nebraska Marching Band.
Family members include friend and companion of 26 years, Liana K. Sandin, Lincoln; brother: William Finigan, rural Lincoln; cousins: Mildred McGill, Davey; Thelma Anderson, Lincoln; Bill Ely, Stella; Jim Rowson, Fremont, Calif.; Vicki Dean, Littleton, Colo.; Jim Yates, California. Preceded in death by parents; brother, Edwin J. Finigan.
Rosary 7:30 p.m. Sunday (10-11-09) Roper and Sons Chapel, 4300 "O" Street. Funeral Mass 1 p.m. Monday (10-12-09) Cathedral of the Risen Christ, 3500 Sheridan Blvd. Msgr. Robert Tucker officiating. Burial in Calvary Cemetery. Memorials to The Pearle Francis Finigan Foundation, 6321 "A" Street, Lincoln, Nebraska 68510. Visitation 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday at Roper and Sons, 4300 "O" Street. Condolences or personal reflections may be sent online at www.roperandsons.com
the Lincoln Journal Star | Posted: Thursday, October 8, 2009 3:00 am |
90 comments:
Oh, I'm so sorry, Liana. I know you miss him terribly, as I'd sure be devastated to lose my farmer.... I'm so glad you participate in the the online forums and this blog. I've learned so much from you over the years, not just inspiration about sewing, but about how to live a life with genuine class and humility.
What a lovely photo of Pearle, Liana. I'm so sorry for your loss and I'm thinking of you.
Lovely slideshow tribute, Liana.
My thoughts are with you and my prayers are for him.
Liana, what an interesting and beautiful slideshow and obituary. An extrordinary person. I'm sorry for your loss.
I am so sorry for your loss. You two were so blessed to have each other.
Liana,
Sorry for your loss. Your photos were beautiful. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
So sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing your pictures.
What a beautiful post, Liana, honoring Pearle with those wonderful photos and the description of his well-accomplished life. You two were made for each other. My heart goes out to you.
Kathryn
I am so sorry for you loss. A beautiful post for your loved one.
What a lovely photograph and slideshow. I'm sorry for your loss and I'm sending my condolences. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Rose in SV
I am so very sorry for your loss. Sending extra thoughts your way.
Liana, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you as you face this challenge. Take care, Bunny
My condolences to you also Liana. Take care of yourself over this time.
Liana, I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Liana, I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family. Please take care of yourself at this difficult time.
That is a beautiful post. I am so sorry for your loss.
I'm so sorry, Liana. Thank you for sharing the photos of Perle. It's a beautiful and touching slideshow.
Mt deepest condolences, Liana.
MaryPat
I am so sorry for your loss.
Kathleen
I am so very sorry for your loss, Liana. From that wonderful slideshow, it's easy to tell that Pearle was an interesting man who lived a full life. Wishing you comfort as you grieve your beloved. Let me know if you need anything at all.
Liana, I'm so sorry to hear of the lose of your sweetheart, Pearle.
Soft hug,
Rhonda in Montreal (PR)
I'm so sorry you've lost your Pearle, Liana. It looks like he had a wonderful life and made many contributions to his country. Peace to you and to your sweetheart.
What a beautiful tribute!
Cyber hugs and a warm pot of tea!
Brenda
I'm so sorry that you must bear the grief.
Thank you for the lovely slideshow; it shows us what a really nice man Pearle was and what a good life he had. I'm sure you were a great strength to him. Keep well. Do something nice for yourself every day, he would want you to.
Liana, I am so sorry to hear of Pearle's passing. As I watched the slide show your love for him shone through. Let that love carry you through the coming days. Praying for strength and comfort for you, Melodye
Liana, I am so very sorry for your loss. Look on your treasured memories to help you through your grieving, and know that there are so many of us sending you love and prayers.
Wishing you all good things,
Louise in NYC
Liana,
Sorry for your loss!
Ann
What a beautifully presented retrospective of a life well lived.
Thinking of you everyday.
Hugs my friend, Marji
Liana, I am very sorry to hear that your dear Pearle has passed away. This must be a very difficult time for you and I want to say that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Your slide show was beautiful and the obituary was a wonderful statement of Pearle's life and numerous accomplishments. With my sincerest sympathy, Susan Mausolf
What can anyone say at a time like this other than "I'm sorry". The slideshow you did is a wonderful tribute to his life. May you find peace and comfort in the days ahead.
Oh, Liana, I am so sorry about Pearle's passing. I did not know until just now. I had wondered after you and Pearle over the last few weeks and now I know the worst. Again, I am so sorry.
Liana, what a wonderful tribute to your beloved Pearle. A long life well lived indeed. Look after yourself and cherish your memories.
With all my best wishes from 'across the pond'
Ann
Oh Liana, I am so sorry to hear that. It must be so hard for you. Still keeping you in my prayers. The slideshow was lovely. You must have a lot of wonderful memories.
Such a beautiful tribute. Be well.
I'm so sorry for your loss. Take care of yourself as you grieve.
Oh gosh. *hugs* from NJ- i'm so sorry for you.
Liana,
I am so, so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts.
Liana,
I am so sorry about your loss. Your words here about your husband are touching. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers as you work through your grief. My best to you, LindaF
Liana,
Sorry for your loss, My blessings are with you.
God Speed to Pearle.
Peace and comfort to you, Liana. I'm very sorry.
I am sorry for your loss. The slide show was a wonderful tribute to such a dear friend. Take care of yourself and allow yourself to grieve and find comfort.
I am sorry for your loss. Know that my thoughts are with you.
So sorry for your loss.Wonderful memorial.
It looks like you enjoyed a lot of lovely years together and it was very generous that you shared that slideshow with us. Take care of yourself at this sad time, all the best,
Sue
I loved the slideshow. That high school graduation picture is a classic, right? Doing something similar with photos of my mom was comforting to me when she died. My thoughts are with you.
Lovely tribute to Pearle. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
I´m sorry for your loss.
I enjoyed looking at the slideshow, especially the early pictures only wish the reasons for viewing them would be different...
I'm sorry for your loss. The slideshow is wonderful.
My thoughts and prayers are with you as you face your loss. The photographs are a beautiful tribute to your beloved sweetheart.
Liana, that slideshow is a beautiful tribute to what was clearly a well-loved man. I'm so sorry for your loss, and keeping you in my thoughts. Much love sent cross-country. K
Liana, I'm sorry to read about Pearle, he had a good long well-lived life, and I'm sure he will be missed greatly. You will be in my thoughts - Gail
Liana, I'm so sad your Pearle is gone. Thank you for sharing the slide show of the man you called Sweetheart.
Liana, I'm so, so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you.
Peace,
SherryV
I'm so sorry for your loss, Liana. The slidehow was a wonderful tribute to a man who was much loved. My prayers are with you.
My utmost sympathy Liana. Your tribute to your Pearle is wonderful. Hope you'll find peace and strength in your beautiful memories of being together.
My prayers are with you Lianna.
I'm so sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing the pictures of Pearle.
Liana, I'm so sorry.
Liana,
Your slideshow presents an overview of a fine man, accomplished in so many ways, and your special love. It gave me special appreciation for your life together, your lovely home, and what you must be going through at this time. Many good wishes I'm sending to you.
Karen aka Karendee
Liana,
Your slideshow presents an overview of a fine man, accomplished in so many ways, and your special love. It gave me special appreciation for your life together, your lovely home, and what you must be going through at this time. Many good wishes I'm sending to you.
Karen aka Karendee
Liana - I have been an avid reader of your blog for a long time. I am so very sorry you have lost your best friend and partner. Your tribute to Pearle shows a man who was a fine upstanding man, pioneer and contributor to his community. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Catherine (Sydney, Australia)
Dear Liana,
Please accept my sincere sympathy and sorrow for your loss of Pearle.
I hope that Pearle had a lovely farewell. Keep your chin up and cry when you want to. No need to be strong. You have been the best of mates for so long so a good cry does wonders..
Much love from Dell. in Qld Australia.
Dear Liana,
As with so many others, my thoughts and best condolences go out to you. What a marvelous man Pearle must have been--I see it in the wonderful slideshow you shared with us. I especially smiled at the "Cat School" photo. Pearle looked just as earnest talking to them as he did a fellow farmer about soybeans, or tractors. How very much I know you will miss him. Hugs and hugs and hugs. Gail
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Thank you for the slideshow, there are many wonderful photos of your beloved. A lovely tribute. Take care of yourself, you're in our thoughts.
I am so sorry for your loss. What an extraordinary man. The tribute was lovely. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Liana, that was a beautiful slideshow. What a wonderful tribute. It is plain to see how much you loved him, and he you.
I wish you peace and strength.
-Madrona
That is such a beautiful slideshow of your loved one. Take care of yourself and you are in my prayers & thoughts.
I'm so sorry.
My thoughts, too. You are cherished by many. Their thoughts will help in nature's mysterious way.
Betty F.
I have been a reader of your posts and admired your work for a long time. Please accept my condolences for your loss of Pearle. He was a fine man.
My thoughts are with you at this time. Kaylene T
Thank you for the slideshow, I know it was difficult for you to do. I enjoyed the snapshots of your lives together.
Liana,
So sorry for your lose. Thank you for sharing Pearle with us. Those memories will be with you forever. What a life he has had. Be well, and take care of yourself.
Patricia (Pagog)
Oh Liana, I'm deeply sorry for your loss. There is nothing I can say that will make it better but please know that my heart goes out to you.
Liana,
I'm so sorry about the loss of your companion.
May light perpetual shine upon him.
Carrie
I'm sorry for your loss. The slideshow was wonderful.
Liana, I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you.
Liana-
I'm so sorry for you loss, but your slideshow was beautiful. My thoughts are with you.
Mea
Liana,
I am so sorry to read of Pearle's death. My heart goes out to you. The slide show was a wonderful tribute to him.
Lois
I'm so sorry for your loss, my thoughts are with you.
Ola
My hat goes off to this fine man. We can all mourn the passing of such talent and skill. The world could use many like him. It will be a difficult process to grieve for him but what a tribute that he touched so many lives.....
Liana, I have been absent from "blogland" for quite some time. I am so sorry to hear of Pearle's passing. I just watched your slideshow tribute to his life. What a beautiful labor of love. Thank you for sharing the pictures with us.
I know you will miss him every day of your life. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.
God bless.
Claire
Liana, you don't know me, but I'm a reader of your blog and an admirer or your sewing and knitting talents. I wanted to extend my condolences to you. I'm hoping that you were able to have a good Thanksgiving with friends or family. Four years ago I lost my husband of 33 years. He was only 52. So I know it hurts every day, and a little more on the special days, and it will probably be that way for a while before it gets better. I just wanted you to know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Cheryl Reeves
Hurst, TX
Dear Liana,
I, too, am an anonymous follower of yours. I'm a vicarious sewer and enjoy your fine work so much. I'm sorry to learn of your loss. Pearle seemed to have been a very kind soul. How lucky you are to have spent so much time together! As I watched your slideshow tribute, I was reminded of my own experience in the loss of each of my parents. So difficult to absorb and accept. I'm sending you some 'anonymous' love in hopes that it will be a salve to help you through this time. I'm also hoping you've burned a CD of your photo tribute--just so you'll be sure to always have it to view. Many blessings to you...
Hello, Liana,
'Wish you and lived closer and could enjoy a cup of tea together ;)
Soft hug,
Rhonda in Montreal (PR)
Dear Liana, I hope that you're doing well. I miss your posts on your blog and hope that you're finding comfort in your memories of your time with Pearle. I frequently review the slide show and am reminded each time how touching it is. I hope that we'll soon we you returning to posting on your blog. All my prayers, Sally
What a lovely photo of Pearle, Liana. I'm so sorry for your loss and I'm thinking of you.
Work from home India
Liana,
I have tears in my eyes to read about Pearle. Obviously, I haven't kept up with your blog recently. I found you at sewing review. You're one of my favorite people in the online sewing world. You exhibit so much class and style. I love your poses in your photos. I want to be like you when I grow up (if I ever do). You remind me of my favorite aunt who is also very classy. You really are an inspiration. Thank you so much for letting us live vicariously through your posts.
Here's my web site. If you're ever in my neck of the woods, I'd love to meet you.
http://www.yellowspringscrochet.com
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