Ethel May (McCain) Fink, 79, of Woodbridge, VA formerly of East Liverpool, OH, passed away on June 5, 2019, following a brief illness. Ethel was born on June 27, 1939 in East Liverpool, OH to Clyde and Ruth (Dimmock) McCain. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Fred. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Morgan Fink of Woodbridge, VA, a son, Eric Fink, of Satellite Beach, Florida, and a sister, Cathy (Bob) Glumack of Baden, PA.
Ethel was a 1957 graduate of East Liverpool High School where she was active in the ELHS Choir. It was there that her passion for music began to grow. She was a member of St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church and sang in the church choir. Additionally, when Ethel moved to Pittsburgh, PA, she was a member of the Pittsburgh Mendelssohn Choir where she performed in the lead role of Handel’s Messiah. While living in East Liverpool, she was employed at the L & B Donut Shop and American Paper Products. Ethel, Morgan, and Eric moved to Bayside Community in Woodbridge, VA in 1972.
Ethel was a devoted wife, mother, and friend. She had a special bond with her two neighbors, Lydia Ferran and Marge Bowler, with whom she shared genuine caring and devoted love. Ethel loved all animals and enjoyed spending time in the outdoors.
Ethel was an active volunteer for the Woodbridge Little League and co-ran the concession stand at Long Field for many years. She was also deeply involved in the planning and construction of the new little league facility at Veterans Park. Ethel worked at Elliot’s Florist for 28 years as a Sales Associate/Bookkeeper. At Elliot’s, Ethel loved that she was doing something that brought people so much joy. She formed long-lasting friendships with her customers and co-workers.
Ethel was a lovely woman with a warm smile and a brilliant mind. She was happiest when she was contributing and helping others. She will be missed but leaves those who knew and loved her many memories that will keep her spirit alive.
Services will be held at the Miller Funeral Home in Woodbridge on Tuesday, June 11, 2019 at 1 pm. The family will receive friends at the funeral home prior to the service from 12 – 1 pm. Burial will be in Stafford Memorial Park in Stafford, VA. Immediately following the service.
