Paula Marie Finley, 62, of Garrettsville, Ohio, passed away in her home after a battle with cancer on December 11, 2025, surrounded by her family.

She was born in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, on April 9, 1963, to Clifford Leo Parks and Donna Marie Risko Coyle.

She was a dedicated wife and mother, who enjoyed spending time at home with her family, and life's simple pleasures. She liked to watch movies and follow the news with her husband, and she was the happiest when all her children were with her. She was a woman of remarkable strength and determination, meeting every challenge with courage and unwavering faith. Even through the toughest pain, she faced life on her own terms, leaving behind a legacy of true determination and strong convictions. 

Paula was preceded in death by her father, Clifford Leo Parks; her mother, Donna Marie Coyle; and her daughter-in-law, Felicia Michelle (Eicher) Finley.

She is survived by her husband and love of her life of 48 years, Jeffrey Elmer Finley; her children and pride and joy, Jeffrey Evan Finley (Cara), Regina Marie Booth (Shawn), Jonathan Thomas Finley, and Jared Ryan Finley (Cheyanne); her brother, Clifford (Buddy) Leo Parks,Jr. (Vicky); her sister,  DeAna Marie Eldridge (Patrick); and her grandchildren, Leihetta Renee Finley, and Seth Kenneth Booth. 

There will be no formal services held, but a small family celebration of life will be held on Sunday, December 14, 2025.