Ernest Raymond Finn

Ernest Raymond "Ernie" Finn, age 81, of Xenia, passed away on January 11, 2024, at the Hospice House at the Dayton VA Hospital Campus. He was born in Covington, Kentucky, on October 8, 1942, the son of the late Ernest and Dorothy Finn.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and his two sisters, Joanne & Donna.

Ernie is survived by the "love of his life for 17 years", Shirley Lanoue; sons, James Miller, Doug Burhans and Marcus Burhans; numerous grandchildren; and many other loving extended family and friends.

He served his country proudly by serving in the United States Marine Corps. during the Vietnam War. He was a lifetime member of the Beavercreek American Legion Post 763 and the Senior Center in Xenia. In his free time, he enjoyed reading, watching TV and in his younger years shooting pool. Ernie loved to tell stories and spend time with his family and friends. He will be greatly missed by the love of his life, Shirley, as well as others who knew and loved him.

Following with Ernie's wishes, there will be no services held.

Donations may be made in his memory to the American Legion Post 763, 3200 Dayton Xenia Rd., Dayton, OH 45434.

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"When I must leave you for a
little while, please do not grieve
and shed wild tears and hug
your sorrow to you through the
years, but start out bravely with
a gallant smile; and for my sake
and in my name live on and do
all things the same. Feed not
your loneliness on empty days,
but fill each waking hour in
useful ways. Reach out your
hand in comfort and in cheer
and I in turn will comfort you
and hold you near; and never,
never be afraid to die, for I am
waiting for you in the sky!"