Mary Elizabeth "Beth" Finney
June 1, 1951 ~ February 5, 2022
Mary Elizabeth “Beth” (Hermann) Finney, 70, passed away at her residence on the morning of February 5, 2022, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Beth was born on June 1, 1951, to Richard W. and Marianne D. (Lowe) Hermann in Indianapolis.
For primary school, Beth attended St. James Catholic School. Beth went on to graduate from St. Agnes Academy in 1969. She later attended Ball State University studying education where she met her husband, Jack C. Finney. The two were wed July 16, 1970, in the Blessed Sacrament chapel in SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral in Indianapolis. For some years, Beth worked for the Indianapolis Public Library, as well as a teacher’s aide.
If you knew Beth, you knew she was an extremely compassionate person with an open heart. An avid reader, Beth loved to read any book based on history. Her ability to crochet, quilt, and needlepoint were unsurpassed. She loved all, but above all Beth deeply loved her grandchildren and pets. Passionate about sports, you could find Beth cheering on the Indiana Pacers and the Indianapolis Colts. Beth was very strong in her Catholic faith. Although her presence and gentle spirit will be deeply missed, her family knows she is pain-free and at peace.
Beth was preceded in death by her father, Richard W. Hermann; her siblings, Richard “Rick” J. Hermann, Suzanne “Suzy” Sahm, and Robert J. Hermann; and her infant daughter, Megan E. Finney.
She is survived by her husband of 51 years, Jack C. Finney; children, Michael (Tricia) Finney of Evansville, Erin Finney of Indianapolis, Jacqueline Finney of Greenwood, and Timothy (Lucy) Finney of Lexington, Kentucky; her mother, Marianne Hermann, age 92, of Indianapolis; sisters, Donna J. Williams of Indianapolis and Dolores (Mark) Thie of Shelbyville; her grandchildren, Morgan, Madison, Kristofer, Kody, Evie, Kora, Colin, Donovan, Kyle, Alyssa; great-grandchildren, Karlie, James, and another expected in late April; and her canine companion, Duke.
Beth’s Life Celebration® Visitation will be held Thursday, February 10, 2022, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM in the narthex at St. Jude Catholic Church, 5353 McFarland Road, Indianapolis, Indiana 46227. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, February 10, 2022, following the visitation at 1:00 PM by Father James Bonke. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, Indianapolis. To sign the online guest registry, please visit www.ORileyBranson.com.
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So so many memories reading at the Southport Library. Growing up with Mike,Erin,Jackie,and little Timmy.
Garden flowers because I know how much you two love your garden. Love Dan,Ann, Greyson(Tylor),Elizabeth,Clara, and Rebekah Alford
My dear Jack, Kris and I are deeply sadden by your loss. Our prayers are with your family and you. Kris and Leigh
Tim, though I never got the opportunity to meet your mother, I have met you and that tells me all I need to know. She raised an honest and hard working son. A son who loves and cares for his own children in an incredibly devoted way. Your mother must have been an absolutely amazing person. We will say a prayer for your family.
I’m so very sorry for your loss. Prayers for Beth and the entire family.
My condolences on the loss of your gardening partner. Beth brought color to your world in many ways.
Jack I am so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Jack- my condolences to you and your family. I’m so sorry for your loss and hope you find strength and peace. I recall having so much fun going with you and Beth to Shapiros and to a Pacer game so many years ago. I also recall being about 9 months pregnant in Dec and covering a truck accident at night, and you, after Beth’s prompting, checking in with me, and Beth telling you to take me food and make sure I was warm enough in the cold. I didn’t know Beth well, but my memories are fond. Prayers to you and your family.
With deepest condolences. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sorry to here about BETH will keep her and your family in our prayers.
I remember visiting with each other & sharing grandkid story along the back fence at her home with our German Shepherd dogs along the side of us for years. She was always pleasant to talk to & fun to laugh with. I will miss her even if it has been several years since I have seen or talked to her. Stay strong Jack! Cathy
We live next door and Beth was always extremely nice whenever we would talk to her. We are so sorry for your loss. Joe, Annette and Elaine Gerard
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss… Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Jack, my sincere condolences to you and the kids. Beth was a truly lovely person. Sending prayers for your family.