KEIZER - Larry Christopher Finney passed away quietly in his home on May 7, 2011 in Keizer, Oregon surrounded by family. He was born August 26, 1953 in Maywood, California. He is survived by parents, Jack and Carol Finney; daughter, Melissa (and Mike) Dietrich, and sisters, Kathy Schneider and Jackie Dangleis. He was loved and cared for by friends and neighbors, especially Dave, Patty, Dale, Frank, Sharon, Troy and most of all by his companion service dog "Buddy".
Larry was a loving, strong man who led a full life of fishing, coaching and taking care of Buddy. He battled multiple sclerosis since 1992 that progressively got worse until it took his life. Larry will be dearly missed and always remembered. A memorial service will be held Thursday, May 12th, at 10 a.m. at Keizer Funeral Chapel.