FINKBEINER: Peacefully, at London Health Sciences Centre – University Hospital, London, on Saturday, March 21, 2026, Michael William Lorne Finkbeiner, of Grand Bend, age 58. Dearly loved son of Reginald “Reg” Lorne and Pauline Ann (Sass) Finkbeiner of Grand Bend. Forever loved father of Sheila Finkbeiner, Rebecca Finkbeiner, Jacob Finkbeiner and Victoria Finkbeiner. Cherished Grandpa of Lincoln and Killian. Remembered by his aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Predeceased by his grandparents Lorne Reuben and Laura Ethel (England) Finkbeiner and George Edward Sass and Grace Eileen (Pollard) Sass. At Michael’s request, cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Michael’s Life will be held at New Life Community Church (former Church of God), 4 Gill Road, Grand Bend on Sunday, May 17, 2026 at 2 p.m. Pastor Frank Struth Officiant. Interment Crediton Cemetery with his grandmother Grace. Arrangements entrusted to the T. Harry Hoffman & Sons Funeral Home, Dashwood. If desired, memorial donations (payable directly) to a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
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Thomas Bailey
Dear Reg, Pauline, Sheila, Sheila, Rebecca, Alicia, and Victoria. It’s been a long time since we used to visit with each regularly in your home and in church (sometimes it was the same thing). I’m so sorry for your loss. Just found out about this yesterday, so I’m sorry to have missed the celebration of life. May God give you comfort during this time of mourning. Our prayers are with you.
Thomas and Gail Bailey
Mary Keetch
I met Mike at Living Hope church in Lucan. He ran the sound system for many years. He was a lovely man who loved Jesus and being of service. It was a pleasure to know him.
Carol Nicholson
Reg, Victoria and Jacob: sorry to learn of Michael’s passing. Loving memories of the time I shared with you at Living Hope Lucan. Blessings of comfort and peace to all the family.
Carol Nicholson
Elaine Clarke (Ducharme)
Reg and Pauline
I am so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you at this difficult time
Elaine Clarke
Calvin Shanks
I am sorry about your loss, Jacob and Victoria, I will miss him coming in the store say hi to me
Ed & Marie Nethercott
So sorry to hear of Michael’s passing. Ed & Marie Nethercott
Lorie Van Valkengoed
Many a night playing hide and seek on the side streets of Crediton.
Reg and Pauline, I know how your heart aches, thinking of you and your grandchildren and family.
Wayne Lambie
Michael, his dad, and I went to the London Fair in 1979 for the day. Micheal was young, happy, and had a good time trying so many things out.