Mildred I. Finlay passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 1, 2016, in Chesapeake, VA. She was a native of Glen Cove, NY. She resided in Chesapeake for the last 20 years. Mildred retired from Newport News Shipbuilding.
Left to cherish her memory are her husband, Richard D. Finlay; mother, Emma Collado; brother, Al Collado; sister-in-laws; niece, Alexandra Collado & Courney Collado; nephews, Camp & Jack Collado; and many more loving relatives from Brooklyn, NY and Puerto Rico.
In lieu of flowers, the family request donations made to your local No Kill Animal Shelter.
Visitation will be held on Monday, October 3, 2016, from 2pm-4pm, at Altmeyer Funeral Home, 929 S. Battlefield Blvd., Chesapeake, followed by a funeral service at 4pm. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.altmeyerfh.com
Past Services
Visitation
Monday October 03, 2016
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Altmeyer Funeral Home - Chesapeake Chapel
929 Battlefield Blvd S
Chesapeake, VA 23322
(757) 482-3311 | Directions
929 Battlefield Blvd S
Chesapeake, VA 23322
(757) 482-3311 | Directions
Service
Monday October 03, 2016
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Altmeyer Funeral Home - Chesapeake Chapel
929 Battlefield Blvd S
Chesapeake, VA 23322
(757) 482-3311 | Directions
929 Battlefield Blvd S
Chesapeake, VA 23322
(757) 482-3311 | Directions
I am so sorry to read of my friend Millie passing. I met her when we were in 9th grade at St. Mary’s High School. I was only there for 3 months, and then I went to boarding school in England, although my parents lived in Manhasset. When I came home for the holidays, Millie and I would get together. I spent many happy sleepovers with her family and I remember her brother Al, he was so kind to me too. Goodness, it was so many years ago, Millie, Al and I saw the movie Kramer vs. Kramer together. Both MIllie, Al and I wrote letters to each other when I was away in boarding school. I have kept everyone of them and I have beautiful photos of Millie and I as teenagers. I’m so sorry we somehow lost touch. MIllie will always be close to me in my heart, I loved her so much! God bless and keep her and her family in His shelter of love.
My sincere condolences to Millie’s family. I met Millie at NNS years ago and we kept in touch after I retired. She was a wonderful, brave woman who suffered medical conditions valiantly for years – always with a positive attitude and cheerful manner. I will sorely miss her.
Thanks for the memories.
Dear Rich,
I was so sorry to learn today of Millie’s passing. She will forever be in my thought and prayers as will you. Thanks for the privledge of being party of the Millie army these past 6 years. I have never seen better partners. Take care of your self. Love and hugs to you and the family, Diana
Rich,
I was sorry to hear the news of Millie’s passing. My heart and prayers are with you Brother. If you need anything please don’t hesitate to ask me. Take comfort in knowing that she is in a better place now and Heaven has gained another angel.
Rich, we are so very sorry for your loss. The love and strength that you’ve shown each other is truly inspirational. Our thoughrs and prayers are with you during this difficult time. If there is anything we can do to help, please dont hesirate to ask.
Dear Rich, my deepest condolences to you and your family. My prayers are with you and I will always keep Milly in my heart and thoughts. Love to you.
I’m so sorry to hear of Millie’s passing. I know she struggled for many years with her health. I remember the time we all went to Hooters (just for fun!) and I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
Rich, I am truly sorry to hear of your loss. I cant imagine the sorrow you are feeling. The Lord has received a true angel. If there is anything I can do to help at any time, don’t hesitate to let me know. God Bless my friend.
Scotty
Millie was our “customer” when she worked at Newport News Shipbuilding. It did not take long for Sue, Millie and I to realize we were “soul sisters”. Maybe it was our NY/NJ connection and the fact that our favorite color was black, but whatever it was, our friendship formed quickly and was still going strong. We enjoyed our visits to VA and bringing hard rolls and cannolis. We have so many happy memories of our friendship with Milie. She is forever in our hearts and we know she is now an angel who is with us always. Our prayers and condolences to Rich, her mother Emma and the whole family. With love, Sue Alvarez and Linda Messano