On November 21, 1952 Mary was joined in holy matrimony to Thomas Edward Downs of Lorain, Ohio.
Mary leaves to cherish her memories three sisters Clara, Ethel, and Barbara,of Melbourne, Florida, two sons; Michael and Gary, two daughters; Julia and Michelle of Aurora, CO, four granddaughters; Michelle of Texas, Nichole of Georgia, Corinne and Cassidy of Aurora, CO, one grandson Nicholas of Aurora, CO, and 6 great-grandchildren; Craig, Keeyana, Danaye, London, Nevaiah, and JVaughn.