CARL THOMAS FINOCCHI, age 79 was called to the Lord on October 31, 2026. He was a U.S. Army veteran and the son of the late Mario Silvio Finocchi and Helen Marie Finocchi (nee Davis). Carl was predeceased by the love of his life, Loraine “Lori” Ellen Finocchi (nee Bartone). He is the father of Christiane “Chris” Miller (Richard), Mario Anthony Finocchi, and Cheryl Ann Clark (Randy); step-father of Rob Stetka, Steve Stetka (Elizabeth), and Joe Stetka (Amber); cherished grandfather of Franceska, Emily (Matthew), Madilyn, Evelyn, Jacob (Jaiden), Alex, Robby (Kristi), Anthony, Matthew, and Chip; dear great grandfather of Kai, Kane, Mason, Gabriel, Olivia, and Melody; brother of Barbara Finocchi. Carl’s family would like to thank his special neighbors and friends Sandy & Bill, Greg & Yvonne, and Mike & Linda.

Carl was a Rapid Transit Operator for Shaker Heights and the Airport Rapid for 31 years. He loved playing his guitar and fishing and boating, owning several boats, “The Sassy Lady” and “The Friday Express” among them. He was also a car enthusiast. Following his retirement from RTA and in addition to his hobbies, Carl spent several years working for the Adesa Auto Auction where he made many great friends.

Friends may call at THE FERFOLIA FUNERAL HOME, 356 WEST AURORA ROAD (OH RT 82), SAGAMORE HILLS where funeral services will be celebrated on Monday, November 9, 2026 at 12:30 p.m. Interment Crown Hill Cemetery. At the conclusion of services at the cemetery, all are invited to share memories and light refreshments at Ferfolia Funeral Home. VISITATION ON MONDAY FROM 10:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M.

Carl wanted to leave these words, “Hug and kiss your loved ones more today, because tomorrow may never come!”