Elizabeth Raye Finke

Elizabeth Raye Finke

November 22, 1934 – October 23, 2026

Elizabeth Raye Finke, 91, of the Denison and Pottsboro area, passed away on October 23, 2026. She was born on November 22, 1934, in Denison, Texas, to Roy Ray and Margurite Stratton.

Elizabeth graduated from Denison High School and later earned her associate degree from Grayson County College. She married the love of her life, Ralph Finke, in October 1956, and together they built a life centered on family, faith, and community.

Elizabeth dedicated much of her professional career to the Texoma Council of Governments (TCOG), where she worked until her retirement. Outside of her career, her faith was an important part of her life. She was a devoted member of Georgetown Baptist Church in Pottsboro, where she served as the church organist, taught Sunday School, and remained actively involved in the church community.

An avid reader, Elizabeth also enjoyed working crossword puzzles and spending time with those she loved most. Her greatest joys included being with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who held a special place in her heart. She will be remembered for her devotion to her family, her steadfast faith, and the many ways she served her church and community.

Elizabeth is survived by her sons, Larry Finke and wife Teresa, and Mike Finke; daughters, Bonnie Finke and Charlotte Finke; grandchildren, Shana Stonebarger and husband Shane, Shane Sherrard and wife Priscilla, Jordan Finke and wife Jessie, John Finke and husband Jarrod, Andrew Finke, Jesse Finke, Josh Marr and wife Jennifer, and Brennen Johnson and wife Alyssa; sister, Jane Stratton Cayton; eighteen great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Ralph Finke; her parents, Roy Ray and Margurite Stratton; grandson, Matthew Finke; brothers, Ben Stratton and Robert Stratton; and son-in-law, Bryan Johnson.

Visitation will be held Wednesday, October 28, 2026, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Turrentine Jackson Morrow, 401 W. Woodard Street, Denison, Texas 75020.

Funeral Service will be held Thursday, October 29, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Georgetown Baptist Church, 207 Georgetown Road, Pottsboro, Texas 75076.

Elizabeth’s love for her family, her faithful service to her church, and the memories she created with those around her will remain a lasting blessing to all who knew and loved her.