It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of John “Jack” Patrick Finnerty who left us on Saturday, December 21, 2024 at the age of 85 surrounded by his family and friends. Jack was born on Sunday, June 18, 1939 in Cheyenne to James and Elizabeth Finnerty. He was raised on the ranch in Slater and attended St. Mary’s Catholic School in Cheyenne.
He was the last surviving of his eight brothers and sisters.
He is survived by Matthew, Gale and Valarie Finnerty, and Dean and Tel Finnerty.
Jack loved Wyoming and lived his life as a cowboy with unwavering belief in right and wrong. He traveled the United States on the rodeo circuit where he made many lifelong friends. Jack gave back to his community in many ways including serving on the Fair Board, State High School Rodeo Board, REA, Tristate, Norta Conservation District, and the Senior Pro Rodeo.
A funeral liturgy will be held at 12:00 P.M. (Noon) on Saturday, December 28, 2024 at the Wheatland High School Gymnasium in Wheatland with Father Hiep Nguyen as the Celebrant.
The Vigil for the Decease will be held at 6:00 P.M. Friday, December 27, 2024 at the Saint Patrick’s Catholic Church in Wheatland.
Memorials to the Ote Berry’s Junior Steer Wrestling World Championship, PO Box 854 Checotah, Oklahoma 74426, or to Heros and Horses, PO Box 1067 Manhattan, Montana 59741 would be appreciated by the family.
Gorman Funeral Homes - Platte Chapel of Wheatland is in charge of the arrangements.
Condolences can be left for the family at www.gormanfh.com
