Gene Finney's Obituary
Gene Paddock Finney, age 97, passed away peacefully in San Mateo, on March 23, 2010. Gene was the beloved wife of the late John H. Finney; devoted mother of Jack Finney, the late Susan Devlin, Sandra Strawsburg and Thomas Finney; adored mother-in-law of Suzanne Finney, loving grandmother of Bridget Higley, Gregory Finney and Jon Finney; loving great grandmother of Bronwen, Owen and Jack Higley, Ginger and Sierra Finney and Taylor and Addison Finney. Gene was born in Chicago, Illinois and spent most of her childhood in Wilmette, Illinois. She earned her BA and her Masters degree in Music from Northwestern University. She taught music in Houston, Texas and then continued teaching music and third grade for thirty nine years in the San Mateo School District. Gene was highly respected and loved by children, parents and school staff throughout her career. She was known for her devotion to teaching and her inspiration to young students. Her family will always remember the unconditional love she extended to all family members and friends throughout the years. Friends are invited to attend a memorial service on March 29, 2010 at 2:00pm at the Lifemark Center at Skylawn Memorial Park, San Mateo.If desired, donations may be given to a charity of your choice.
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