Walter Edward Finnell's obituary , Passed away on May 22, 2025 in Council Bluffs, Iowa

Walter Edward Finnell

August 31, 1932 - May 22, 2025 (92 years old)

Council Bluffs, Iowa

Walter Edward Finnell's obituary , Passed away on May 22, 2025 in Council Bluffs, Iowa

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Rieken Vieth Funeral Home

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Walter Edward Finnell

August 31, 1932 - May 22, 2025 (92 years old)

Council Bluffs, Iowa

Walter Edward Finnell Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Walter Edward Finnell of Council Bluffs, Iowa, who passed away on May 22, 2025, at the age of 92, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Walter Edward Finnell to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, John Finnell and Marry Ellen Finnell (Sullivan); his wife Norma Jean Kingery; his great grandchild Austin; his great great grandchild Creed; and his siblings, Stanley, Marvin, George, Bob, Ivan, Hank, Violet and Bill.

He is survived by: his children, Eldon Finnell (Ronette) of Cumberland, IA, Edward Finnell and Kathleen of Council Bluffs, IA; his grandchildren, Julie Williams (Kyle) of Massena, IA, Jared Finnell of Cumberland, IA and Megan Jefferson (Trevor) of Oakland, IA; his great grandchildren, Chelsey, Paige, Cole, Carter, Isabelle and Henry; and his great great grandchildren, Navey and Saylor.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Rieken Vieth Funeral Home



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May 27

Visitation

Rieken Duhn Funeral Home
300 Main St, Griswold, IA 51535

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May 27

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Weirich Cemetery
70133 640th St, Griswold, IA 51535

Tue

May 27

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Weirich Cemetery
70133 640th St, Griswold, IA 51535

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