Danielle Lorraine Finley passed away on
July 10, 2023, at the age of 48.
Danielle was born to Cissy L Thompson and
John L Finley on March 13, 1975 in Gilbert, AZ. She was the second of six
girls.
As a young girl, her family moved to San
Benito, TX where she attended grade school at St. Paul Lutheran in Harlingen,
TX and graduated from San Benito High School.
Danielle had an adventurous soul and wild
heart. She visited many places and settled in Corpus Christi where she grew her
family and made lifelong friends. More recently, she moved to Alabama for new
opportunities and her goal was to retire in Costa Rica.
Of all the jobs she held, the one she
excelled at and enjoyed the most was that of mother to her children Declan and
Chandler. They were her everything. She was known for her great sense of humor,
and she had a laugh that would fill a room. Her smile was infectious and made
everyone feel welcomed.
Through 15 years of Federal Civil Service
at Corpus Christi Army Depot, Texas, she served her country proudly as a
distinguished Logistics Management Specialist and subject matter expert
handling manufacturing materials for the United States Army's aviation assets.
She lived life with a compassion for others
and an unwavering commitment to her family. Her special gift was the ability to
build meaningful relationships and to let others know they were loved.
Those grateful for having shared in
Danielle's life are her children Declan and Chandler, sisters Jessica, Nicole,
Johnna, Jacqueline (Rueben), Quita (Sean); her nieces and nephews Desireé,
Brandon, Nicholas, Joshua, Mariah, Aidan, Jace, James, and Sofia, her aunt Joan
and uncle Keith and cousins Christen and Bryon; and many wonderful friends She
is preceded in death by her mother, father, grandparents and uncle.
Spry Funeral Home in Athens, AL is handling
arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family through https://www.spryfuneralhome.com/obituaries.html
A celebration of life will be held at
HardKnocks Sports Grill of Padre Island. 15401 S Padre Island Dr, Unit 119, Corpus Christi, TX 78418 on
Saturday, July 22nd at 5:00pm.
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6 comments
Betsy Hickman
2023-07-17 13:21:10
Jessica, Quita & Family, Want you to know that I have been thinking about all of you since I heard of Danielle's passing. Such a beautiful woman inside and out, fortunate to have known her if only for a short time. Such a nice tribute to her as was written in the obituary, how lucky you all were to have her in your lives. Sending Prayers to Declan & Chandler and all you girls! With my Love... PS, I get the Corpus paper now that I am retired (beautiful write-up).
Johnna finley
2023-07-17 13:27:46
I love you Dan!!!
Patti Seitz
2023-07-18 13:10:44
My deepest condolences. Danielle was a very unique person. I had the pleasure of working with her for several years. She was savvy, smart, hard, funny, compassionate. Danielle stood strong in her convictions and had a strong voice. She knew her business and protocols that went with it. She wasn’t scared or intimated when she would approach a “project” her way. She just made it work. It’s soul crushing to know that she passed. She had just really got started understanding her strengths and there were many. She was going places…..her way. She called me out of the blue several months ago. We brought each other up to date on our lives, she was in a very good place with her job and her kids. She was so proud of them and where they were headed in life. I will miss hearing her voice and her contagious laughter. I will miss the “uniqueness” of her. I am so sorry for your loss ❤️
Jayme Stelker
2023-07-22 18:22:57
Just wanted to let you all know that I am thinking of you and if any of you need anything please reach out to us! We loved Danielle so much! WE love you all too!
Nichole Burke
2023-07-27 23:52:26
Prayers lifted for the family and extended family today and the many days to come.
Christine O'Leary
2023-07-28 22:39:44
Jayne, You and your family have my deepest condolences. I'll continue to pray for you during this time. Christine
Want you to know that I have been thinking about all of you since I heard of Danielle's passing. Such a beautiful woman inside and out, fortunate to have known her if only for a short time. Such a nice tribute to her as was written in the obituary, how lucky you all were to have her in your lives. Sending Prayers to Declan & Chandler and all you girls!
With my Love... PS, I get the Corpus paper now that I am retired (beautiful write-up).
You and your family have my deepest condolences.
I'll continue to pray for you during this time.
Christine