Carol Jean Finnegan, 79, of Pasadena, Texas born April 6, 1943 and passed away on August 13, 2022, surrounded by loved ones.
She was preceded in death by her parents Howard and Vivian Pate, brother Jimmy Pate and sister Becky Eve.
She is survived by her husband John Finnegan; daughter Lori Magdos and son-in-law James Magdos; sister Brenda Nolan and many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.
She was a graduate of Class of 1961 TCHS as Salutatorian. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in education in August of 1967 at University of Houston. She really enjoyed teaching, and truly felt like she could make a difference in the lives of her students for 25 years. She taught second and third grade at Genoa Elementary school.
Her hobbies included reading, watching Turner Classic movies, and musicals. But her favorite thing overall was being with her family.
She will be deeply missed by all family members. Memorial Donations may be made to Habitat for Humanity.