The Pathway of Fame, Peterborough and District is saddened to learn of the passing of iconic area musician and Pathway inductee Terry Finn (Class of 2013), who lost his battle with cancer on Thursday, July 10th following a courageous fight against the disease. Terry was also, when he was healthy or, at the very least, feeling well enough to perform, a member of the ‘Heritage Trio’ – a collective of Pathway inductees of the musical persuasion having graced the Showplace stage as the opening act for the formal Induction proceedings. Terry was also the friendly face you would often see behind the keyboard at Christmas parties, pub crawls, or whenever there was money to be raised, or a friend in need of support.
“There are some who bring a light so great to the world that even after they have gone, the light remains.”
From his obituary, we learn that Terry passed away peacefully with dignity and grace in the loving care of his partner, Norma McConkey-Curtis, after a lengthy battle with cancer. Born September 4, 1954, the youngest of six children, to Maxwell (d. 1995) and Margaret Finn (Harpell d. 2017). Predeceased by his brothers Don (d. 1981) and Gerald (d. 2004) and nephew Joel Siegel (d. 2020). Loved beyond words by Lawrence (Amanda d. 2022), Maureen Siegel (Mark), Mary Anne Nadeau (Bill) and son Andrew.
Terry was a natural musician from an early age and learned to play many instruments. His love of music became a love of teaching when he opened Finn’s House of Music, where he inspired and supported many aspiring artists with stories and skills gained through his experiences in rock bands, social functions and life itself. In 2013, Terry was honoured with induction into the Peterborough Pathway of Fame.
Terry was graced by many friends and family who were privy to his wild narratives and outlandish jokes. Where Terry was, there was laughter, love and music.
Terry was cherished by his niece, Johanna Anderson (Joel Jamieson), the Finn nephews, Patrick, Andrew (Evelyn), Jonathan (Janice), Mark (Kathleen) and Sean (Claire) and captivated by the little ones who frequented his doors, Avett, Evan and Maya.
With his passing, the family expressed enormous appreciation for the excellent care Terry received from the PRHC and it’s nurses and doctors. In particular, the family acknowledged Dr.’s Tom Richard, John Beamish, Laura MacMillan-Jones, Dr. Anjum and Dr. Kaetlen Wilson, who enabled Terry to rest comfortably in his final days.
A visitation will be held on July 17th, at the Showplace Lounge, 290 George St. N., Peterborough, from 1 to 3 pm followed by a celebration of life at 3:15 pm. In lieu of flowers, we ask that donations be made to the PRHC Foundation or the Peterborough Humane Society.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.ComstockKaye.com.