Monika Finnell

Monika Finnell passed away on Friday, October 30, 2026, at Emory Hospital in Warner Robins, Georgia.

Born and raised in Germany, Monika earned her degree in business and went on to build a dedicated career working with IBM and the government. She later made Georgia her home, where she spent the latter half of her life devoted to raising her family and creating a home filled with love, kindness, and warmth.

Monika was a deeply loving and compassionate woman who always placed the needs and happiness of others before her own. Her kindness, selflessness, and devotion to her family were evident in everything she did. Even in her final moments, her thoughts remained focused on the care and well-being of those she loved. She will be remembered for her gentle spirit, generous heart, and the unconditional love she shared with her family.

Monika was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 33 years, Robert Raymond Finnell, who passed away in April 2012; her son, Scott Finnell, who passed away at the age of 20; and her siblings, Karin Breiden, Hildegard Scheiwein, Wolfgang Kaiser, Heinz Peter Kaiser, and Beate Kaiser-Schuon.She leaves behind her loving children, Steve Kaiser of Midway, Georgia; Sarah Lindsey (Austin) of Spring, Texas; Samantha Santiago of Hinesville, Georgia; and Sean Finnell (Audrianna) of Bonaire, Georgia.

Monika is also survived by her cherished grandchildren, Destiny Finnell and Steven Finnell of Warner Robins, Georgia; Javon Smallwood, Jeremiah Santiago, and Johanna Santiago of Hinesville, Georgia; Nicole Lindsey and Natalie Lindsey of Spring, Texas; and Leilana Finnell, Liam Finnell, and Lincoln Finnell of Bonaire, Georgia. She is further survived by her sister, Gilliland Kaiser of Germany. 

Monika's legacy of love, compassion, and devotion to family will continue to live on through the many lives she touched. Her memory will forever be treasured by those who knew and loved her.

Family will receive friends on Monday, November 2, 2026, at 2 p.m. at Carter Funeral Home.

Graveside services will follow at 3 p.m. in Oglethorpe Memorial Park.