She was born in Washington, D.C. on June 19, 1949, to Dr. Eugene and Mary Genevieve Finegan.
An educator for 25 years, Mary taught elementary reading. She was also a dedicated potter and member of the San Antonio Potter's Guild.
Mary was preceded in death by her parents.
She is survived by her husband of 26 years, Paul; 3 sisters, Anne Metta, Maura Chellini, and Elizabeth Finegan; and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Shambhala Center of San Antonio, 1114 S. St. Marys St., San Antonio, Texas 78210 or the San Antonio Potters Guild, P.O. Box 460863, San Antonio, Texas 78246.