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Edward Finke

Fosterburg |

Edward E. Finke, 84, of Fosterburg, IL, passed away on Friday, June 26, 2020 at his home.

He was born in Okawville, IL, on February 13, 1936, the son of Henry and Myrtle (Hamilton) Finke. Surviving are his wife, the former Nicole Lostetter, whom he married on August 29, 1975, and an extended family.

Ed is a veteran of the United States Marine Corp, serving from 1953 to 1956 during the Korean conflict. He retired after 40 years, from Crown, Cork and Seal-Continental Can Company in St. Louis, MO.

Ed loved the rural country living, the shared together times with family, friends, and his pets, listened to country music, watched all the old-time reruns of favorite TV series, and the History and National Geography documentaries. Ed appreciated the Jehovah Witnesses Bible Studies with friends, Jerry and Joy.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, James Finke.

A private graveside service and burial will take place at Rose Lawn Memory Gardens in Bethalto on Tuesday, June 30, 2020 at 10 am. The grave is located on the North side of the cemetery, near the office building. Brother Jason Woods will officiate. Elias, Kallal and Schaaf Funeral Home in Bethalto is in charge of arrangements.

Heartfelt thanks to all who provided Ed with excellent care from the BJC Hospice (at home), BJC Home Health Care, the medical staff at Alton Memorial Hospital, the Fosterburg Fire Department and Dr. William Bartley and staff.

Memorials may be made to the Riverbend Humane Society in Jerseyville, IL.


Obit Provided By:
Elias, Kallal & Schaaf Funeral Home

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