Dr. John T. Findley

Dr. Finley was one of the most ideal people to walk on the face of the earth. As a professor, he was "the" ultra professional is every possible way. He would instruct, challenge, and inspire in a way that made students always enthusiastic and eager for the next lesson. Without his interest, careful attention, advice, and encouragement, I would never have succeeded as a student and gone on to earn a Ph.D. Moreover his Christian principles created the greatest role model for us all. All...

May the God of all comfort strengthen the family during this time of deep sorrow. Those who pass on, God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. My sincerest condolences.
Psalms 116:15

I first met Dr. Findley when I arrived at JSU in 1971. He was head of the music department and from the beginning, I found him to be kind, helpful and willing to help me become the best musician I could ever be. Blessings and prayers to his family.

The Freddie Pollards

DR. FINLEY came to EMMA SANSOM BAND rehearsal where he spoke briefly about
`"SOUTHERNERS" that he had founded and invited us to join upon graduation to become a Music Major. I did. LIFE has been enhanced and more nearly because of the adition and impact he made on my and ~"SOUTHERNERS"~. He was 50% at least of what I became as a musician with his CHRISTIAN No.I FIRST CLASS TROMBONE Professorship and life-skills. His affect and effect will LIFE. as long as there's a...