GRAVESIDE UPDATE: A graveside service will be held Friday, September 20, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at Pine View Cemetery, Queensbury.

GLENS FALLS --- Elizabeth Ellen (Evans) Finch, 71, entered into the arms of Jesus, her hero, on Sunday, May 26, 2024.

She was born in Glens Falls on September 21, 1952. She was the daughter of the late Harry Evans and Marian (Jeannotte) Evans.

Elizabeth graduated from Queensbury High School and worked at the Troy Shirt Guild for many years. She married John Taylor Finch on August 27, 1994, at Faith Tabernacle Baptist Church.

Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her brothers, Bruce W. Evans and Gary Evans. Her sisters; Nancy Winney, Bonnie Sumner, Tammy Evans and her niece Lacy Evans of Manchester NH. Fur babies who predeceased her were Sunshine Lollipop Finch and Morris.

Survivors include her husband John Finch, Fort Edward NY; nephew Richard Hammond and niece Kara Charlton of Manchester, NH; nieces Yvonne, Melissa and Michelle of Massachusetts; Tara Anderson of Whitehall, NY. Elizabeth leaves behind her sister friend, Michelle Barcomb. She also leaves behind her fur baby Zoey (thank you Kay for adopting her).

Elizabeth endured many challenges in her life, but it was her faith that empowered her to persevere. She was a member of the Faith Tabernacle Baptist Church in Glens Falls, and later, the Gospel Lighthouse Church Assembly of God in Hudson Falls. A lifelong learner, Elizabeth loved to study the Bible and religion.

Elizabeth served as secretary for the GF Branch NAACP. She was an animal and human rights activist. She was kind and grateful for the simple things in life. Elizabeth thought more highly of others than she did of herself. She enjoyed spreading "random acts of kindness.'

Her hobbies included writing poems, writing letters to the editor of the Post Star, word puzzles, trivia, and American history. She was an avid reader of novels, magazines, and newspapers. A lifelong learner, Elizabeth loved to study the Bible and religion. She also loved attending local theater productions and musicals.

There will be no calling hours.

A graveside ceremony will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the local SPCA or Crandall Public Library.

Condolences may be sent directly to Baker Funeral Home, 11 Lafayette St., Queensbury, NY 12804, or through www.bakerfuneralhome.com.

"I'm Reaching for Jesus' Hand" by Elizabeth Finch

The tomb would not hold Him; Jesus lives!

Therefore, even though guilty, I am forgiven.

He was persecuted, beaten, and tried for me.

The Master heard my plea, whispering my name,

He answered my prayer, thereby setting me free.

Time has passed, still the Cross stands steadfast,

Promising Satan's defeat, his collapse complete.

Because a locked room could not keep Jesus out.

Perhaps you have cried out, "It's no use! I am too lost!"

Perhaps it was when you felt a tug, a voice whispering, "Peace be with you!"

I'm reaching for Jesus's hand, walking humbly at His side.

Justified by His mercy, drenched in His Living Water,

That was found on my knees at the resurrected Kings' feet.

Where he answered my plea and set me free.

I'm reaching for Jesus' hand,

For now, I clearly see that He is all I need.