Clyde "Emerson" Finn

Clyde "Emerson" Finn, 84, of Springdale, died Tuesday, March 14, 2017 at his home. He was born April 22, 1932 in Monett, Missouri to Herman Vester and Ella Lucille Davis Finn. Emerson was a member of Cross Church and operated Finn's Automotive for many years. He, together with his wife, enjoyed traveling, boating, car shows, races, and just living a full life. He was preceded in death by his wife, Constance Bernice "Connie" Finn in 2016, a son, Jeff Finn, and a brother, Ray Finn. He is survived by two sisters, JoAnn Breese and husband C.F. "Nick" of Owasso, Debi Selby and husband Mayo of Siloam Springs; several nieces and nephews; dear friends, including Teri and John Story, Ed and Louise Johnson; and his caregivers, Monica West, Janet Poole and Margie Sizemore. Visitation will begin at 10 a.m. followed by a funeral service at 11 a.m. on Friday, March 17, at Heritage Funeral Home. Private interment will be at Bethel Cemetery near Monett. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital, P.O. Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, Tenn. 38101-9908.