Robert Edward Finlinson's Obituary
Rob passed away courageously due to lung cancer on April 3, 2012. He was born November 3, 1970 to the best parents: Elaine and Steven Finlinson. He was the 3rd of seven great kids: Doug {Elizabeth}, Gregg {Kim}, Randall, Tarali {single and available}, Richard {Sharon} and Angie {Chad Killpack}. He married the most beautiful woman in the world, Jessica Anne {Tice} Finlinson in the LDS Salt Lake Temple. Together they had the coolest four children, Jacob, Gabrielle, Kayli, and Noah. His twin brother, Randall, and his daughter, Kayli, preceded Robert in death.
He lived a full life in half the time. In his short time he served as a full-time LDS missionary in the Japan, Sendai Mission. He climbed the Tetons, Mayan pyramids, and assisted in the sculpting of the angel Moroni topping the new LDS temples. He enjoyed the beauties of this earth.
In lieu of flowers or plants, the family would prefer donations made to the Robert E. & Jessica A. Finlinson Family Trust Fund. Chocolate will also be accepted. Friends and enemies {he didn’t have one} may visit between the hours of 6:30 to 8:30 pm on Friday, April 6 also at 11 am on Saturday, April 7. A memorial service will be held Saturday at 12 noon, both will be held at the LDS chapel (pagoda chapel) on the corner of 4500 S & 2700 E, SLC, UT.
**Rob wrote the above obituary before he died. With the diagnosis of lung cancer, he started and completed his mechanical engineering degree at the University of Utah. OttoBock Healthcare employed him for nine years, where he designed prosthetic components for amputees. He loved his work, his company, and the people with whom he associated. We are so incredibly grateful for the many years of support you gave him (you know what you have done and we have felt the difference – thank you). Words cannot express our gratitude.
We are grateful for the many who have supported our family over the years, including: CNS (Barb, Camille, and Dana), Dr. Litton, Dr. Macpherson, Jessica’s work, family, friends, neighbors, and ward members.
Rob was the epitome of Christ-like love and service. He was a man without guile. He looked for ways to help others, always generous with his time and talents. Robert was an amazing son, brother, dad, uncle, and friend. Jessica was so blessed to have Rob as a husband for nearly 19 years and they look forward to being with each other again. He was the best Dad! Rob was kind, patient, and a wonderful teacher to his children and many others. Though a gentle and quiet man, he had a strong voice and would often surprise and inspire us by saying something funny, clever, or wise.
Rob, we already miss you, may you breathe deep and climb on. We love you.
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