Mary Jo Finney

Mary Jo Finney, 81, of Marysville, passed away on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at the Bluebird Retirement Community in Marysville. She was born on July 28, 1945, in Xenia to the late Emile and Eleanor (Cooley) Finney.

Mary Jo was a 1963 honors graduate of Cedar Cliff High School. She continued her education at Wittenberg University, where she graduated with honors in 1967, earning her bachelor’s degree in education. Over the course of her working life, she taught at Springfield-Clark Career Technical Center, worked in New York for many years in information technology, served as secretary with Grace Baptist Church in Cedarville, and later worked as office manager with Bart Sheridan Auctioneers. In each role, she brought dedication, care, and a steady presence.

She was a loving sister, aunt, great-aunt and friend who was kind and welcoming, with a warm smile for everyone. Mary Jo had a deep faith that remained central throughout her life. She formerly attended Grace Baptist Church in Cedarville and most recently Fellowship Baptist Church in Dublin, and she was actively involved in both church communities.

Mary Jo found joy in life’s simple and memorable pleasures. She loved watching hot air balloons, taking day trips to West Point during the years she lived in New York, making latch-hook rugs, and listening to music. These interests reflected her appreciation for beauty, creativity, and peaceful moments.

She is survived by her sister, Jean Brock of Plain City; her niece, Debbie (Buck) Bramlish of Plain City; her nephews, Dan Brock of Salt Lake City, UT and Doug (Sara) Brock of Dewey, AZ; and her great-nieces and great-nephews, Reagan Bramlish, Jake Bramlish, Jenna Brock, Drew Brock, and Kate Brock. She was preceded in death by her parents, Emile and Eleanor Finney.

Mary Jo will be remembered with love for her faithful heart, her gentle kindness, and the warmth she shared with family, friends, and all who knew her.

In keeping with Mary Jo's wishes, no calling hours will be observed. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, November 12, 2026, at the Clifton-Union Cemetery, Tanyard Road, Yellow Springs, OH. with Pastor Jim Stevanus officiating. In lieu of flowers, Mary Jo requested memorial contributions be made to the American Heart Association or Fellowship Baptist Church 6720 Shier-Rings Rd. Dublin, OH 43016. Wilson Funeral Home, Mannasmith Chapel 621 W. 5th St. Marysville, OH 43040 is assisting the family. To share a memory of Mary Jo or send a condolence to the family, please visit www.wilsonfuneralhomesinc.com