TROY – Barbara H. Finnemore, 91, passed away April 17, 2024, at home with her family by her side. Barbara was born in Unity on Sept. 18, 1932, the daughter of Clayton R. and Mildred (Deering) Hamlin.

She attended Unity schools and graduated from Unity High School, going on to receive an associate degree from Thomas College. Barbara married Donald (Don) Finnemore Sr. in June 1954 and they settled on Depot Street in Unity where they worked and raised their two children.

Barbara worked as a Secretary/Bookkeeper at the then Unity Telephone Company in Unity. She and her husband, Don, moved to Virginia where she worked as a Secretary at Sweet Briar College for the Equestrian Unit. They returned to Troy in 1992 upon their retirement. Barbara was a member of the Unity Union Church for many years and was a member of the United Methodist Women. She served as the Secretary of Sunday School and was a Sunday School teacher. Barbara was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star at Antioch Chapter, Unity for many years. She held many chairs including Worth Matron. Barbara was a member of the Noel Club that was begun by a group of ladies in Unity. Barbara enjoyed going to monthly meetings held at members’ homes. She hosted many meetings over the years. The club was active for over 50 years.

Barbara was an avid reader and enjoyed mysteries. One of her favorite authors was Danielle Steele. She also enjoyed doing Crostic puzzles.

Barbara did beautiful crocheting. Over the years she made many beautiful tablecloths, bedspreads, doilies, baby sets and doll clothes. Her specialty was making afghans and then cross stitching on them. She made many afghans cross stitched with Minnie and Mickey Mouse, peacocks, butterflies, and many other designs. Some were sold at craft fairs, but the majority were given as gifts to family and friends. She also crocheted lap robes that she donated to nursing homes.

She was predeceased by her husband Donald (Don) Finnemore Sr. in December 2008; parents, Clayton and Mildred Hamlin; brothers Clayton Hamlin Jr and Arthur Hamlin, sister Mary Ellen (Hamlin) Corey; in-laws Donald R and Carlene (Ellis) Finnemore, her brother-in-law Lewis Finnemore, and her sisters-in-law Lorelie (Joanne) Higgins, Marjorie Drake and Anna Gerald; and several special friends of the Noel Club.

Barbara is survived by her two children, daughter Pamela (Pam) Myrick of Troy and her special friend Norris Willette, and son Donald (Skip) Finnemore Jr and his partner Marcia Moray of Winslow; granddaughter, Kristi Hackett of Shirley; and many nieces and nephews and friends.

The family would like to thank Northern Light Home Care and Hospice for the wonderful care given by the Physical and Occupational Therapists, Hospice Nurses, and Social Workers. You made it possible for us to keep mom at home as she wished.

There will be a graveside service at the Pond Cemetery in Unity on Friday, May 24, 2024, at 2 p.m.

Please visit Barbara’s memorial page at https://dsfuneral.com/obituaries/barbara-finnemore where condolences, photos, and special memories may be shared.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Troy Volunteer Fire Department in Barbara’s name to:

Troy Volunteer Fire Department

129 Rogers Rd.

Troy, ME 04987

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