Mr. Gregg "Sporty" Finin
October 23, 1969 - January 4, 2019
Gregg “Sporty” Finin, 49, of East Peoria died at 4:13 AM on Friday, January 04, 2019 at his home. He was born on October 23, 1969 in Kewanee to James and Patricia (Blank) Finin. He is survived by his wife, Nancy Shelby. He was a loving father and grandfather to 5 children Ashley Finin of Ohio, Tanner Finin of East Peoria, Brandon (Kimberly Munguia) Shelby of Peoria, Cassandra Shelby of East Peoria and Christina Shelby of Peoria; 7 grandchildren. Also surviving are his parents James Finin of Kewanee and Patricia Hill of Peoria; and his step brothers and sisters. He was preceded in death by 1 sister. Gregg graduated Woodruff High School in 1988, he then became a Marine and served for 8 years, earning the rank of Corporal. Gregg worked at District 150 Transportation as a mechanic. He was a wrestler at Woodruff and enjoyed sharing his knowledge as a coach. Visitation will be from 4-6 PM on Tuesday, January 8 at Gary Deiters Funeral Home & Cremation Services, with a time of remembrance at 6 PM. Cremation will follow the service. Memorials may be made to the family for the education fund for Tanner.
Gregg “Sporty” Finin, 49, of East Peoria died at 4:13 AM on Friday, January 04, 2019 at his home. He was born on October 23, 1969 in Kewanee to James and Patricia (Blank) Finin. He is survived by his wife, Nancy Shelby. He was a... View Obituary & Service Information