Our Staff
Our Caring Staff
Our staff is comprised of dedicated and licensed professionals with the experience to answer all your questions regarding our services. Please feel free to contact any of our staff members at any time.
Sam Finch
President
Sam is a graduate of Culver Military Academy class of 1990. He earned a Bachelor's Degree in Mortuary Science from University of Central Oklahoma and has been the owner of Finch Funeral Home since 1997. He is married to Jacqui (Johnson) Finch and they have two daughters, Lauren and Bella. Sam is a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in DeKalb since 1997, he serves on the City of DeKalb Fire and Police Commission as their Chairman since 2001. He is a member of the Knights of Columbus 4th Degree since 1998, the DeKalb Elks #765 since 1997, he proudly served on the Kishwaukee College Board of Trustees from 2007-2013. Sam also served on St. Mary Catholic Church Cemetery Board, and was a Eucharistic Minister for many years. In his spare time away from the funeral home he enjoys traveling and competing with his two daughters Lauren and Bella in Cowboy Mounted Shooting.
Sam Finch
President
Sam is a graduate of Culver Military Academy class of 1990. He earned a Bachelor's Degree in Mortuary Science from University of Central Oklahoma and has been the owner of Finch Funeral Home since 1997. He is married to Jacqui (Johnson) Finch and they have two daughters, Lauren and Bella. Sam is a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in DeKalb since 1997, he serves on the City of DeKalb Fire and Police Commission as their Chairman since 2001. He is a member of the Knights of Columbus 4th Degree since 1998, the DeKalb Elks #765 since 1997, he proudly served on the Kishwaukee College Board of Trustees from 2007-2013. Sam also served on St. Mary Catholic Church Cemetery Board, and was a Eucharistic Minister for many years. In his spare time away from the funeral home he enjoys traveling and competing with his two daughters Lauren and Bella in Cowboy Mounted Shooting.
Jacqui Finch
Funeral Assistant
Jacqui is the wife of Sam and is from DeKalb graduating from DeKalb High School in 1993 and attended Eastern Illinois University. She has been dedicated to serving the families in our community for the past 29 years and plays an integral role in the day-to-day operations of the funeral home. Jacqui is also a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in DeKalb. She lives in DeKalb with her husband Sam and they have two grown children; Lauren and Isabella. Her hobbies include traveling and hanging out with her pets, Finchie (French bulldog) and Fiona (F3 Savannah cat).
Jacqui Finch
Funeral Assistant
Jacqui is the wife of Sam and is from DeKalb graduating from DeKalb High School in 1993 and attended Eastern Illinois University. She has been dedicated to serving the families in our community for the past 29 years and plays an integral role in the day-to-day operations of the funeral home. Jacqui is also a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in DeKalb. She lives in DeKalb with her husband Sam and they have two grown children; Lauren and Isabella. Her hobbies include traveling and hanging out with her pets, Finchie (French bulldog) and Fiona (F3 Savannah cat).
Louis Finch IV
Funeral Director
Louis IV graduated from Culver Military Academy in Culver, Indiana in 1988. He earned a bachelor’s degree in history from the University of Mississippi in 1992. He then received his degree in mortuary science from Southern Illinois University in 1993. He retired in 2024 from the Ogle County Coroner's office where he was the Coroner for 20 years. He formerly served on the Ogle County Board and the Northern Illinois Funeral Directors Association. He is a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, and a life member of Mt. Morris Moose Lodge #1551. His hobbies include golfing and hunting. He lives in Mt. Morris with his wife Jaime and they have 4 grown children; Brayton, Gylian, Brigham, and Ryker.
Louis Finch IV
Funeral Director
Louis IV graduated from Culver Military Academy in Culver, Indiana in 1988. He earned a bachelor’s degree in history from the University of Mississippi in 1992. He then received his degree in mortuary science from Southern Illinois University in 1993. He retired in 2024 from the Ogle County Coroner's office where he was the Coroner for 20 years. He formerly served on the Ogle County Board and the Northern Illinois Funeral Directors Association. He is a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, and a life member of Mt. Morris Moose Lodge #1551. His hobbies include golfing and hunting. He lives in Mt. Morris with his wife Jaime and they have 4 grown children; Brayton, Gylian, Brigham, and Ryker.
Isabella Finch
Funeral Assistant
Isabella is the youngest daughter of Sam. She graduated from DeKalb High School in 2020 and went on to earn her degree in Business Management from Northern Illinois University. She is currently enrolled at Des Moines Area Community College, where she is pursuing her Funeral Director’s license. Upon completion, Isabella will become a fifth-generation funeral director in the Finch family.
When she is not completing her online coursework, Isabella assists with day-to-day operations. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with friends and her dog, Fezco.
Isabella Finch
Funeral Assistant
Isabella is the youngest daughter of Sam. She graduated from DeKalb High School in 2020 and went on to earn her degree in Business Management from Northern Illinois University. She is currently enrolled at Des Moines Area Community College, where she is pursuing her Funeral Director’s license. Upon completion, Isabella will become a fifth-generation funeral director in the Finch family.
When she is not completing her online coursework, Isabella assists with day-to-day operations. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with friends and her dog, Fezco.
