Ann Marie (Nancy) Finnerty, of the Minooka section of Scranton, died Saturday at home after an extended illness. She was the widow of Paul G. Finnerty who died in January 2021. Born in Scranton, she was the middle child of Herbert and Rena (Walsh) Gordon. She was a member of Divine Mercy Parish and a 1950 graduate of Minooka High School where she was the class Salutatorian. The matriarch of an ever-growing Clan, she is survived by her eight (8) children, Thomas Finnerty and wife, JoAnn, Old Forge; Mary Alice Browning and husband, Kevin; Kathleen Murray; Ann Ackourey; Paul J. Finnerty and wife, Sharon; Patricia Corbett and husband Robert, all of Scranton; Timothy Finnerty and wife, Bonnie, Harrisburg; and John Finnerty and wife, Melinda, Scranton; eighteen (18) grandchildren, Patrick Browning, Dunmore; Caitlin Briscoe, Hummelstown; Coilin Murray, Jessup; Christopher Corbett, Scranton; Carolyn Baker, Dunmore; Brianna Finnerty, Old Forge; Megan Owens, Scranton, Timothy Finnerty, Pittsburgh, Elizabeth Corbett, Philadelphia; Cara Browning, Philadelphia; Louis Finnerty, Bethlehem; Shane Finnerty, Pittsburgh; Haileigh Finnerty, Philadelphia; Claire Finnerty, Harrisburg, Cecilia Finnerty, Scranton, John (Jake) Finnerty, Jr. Scranton; Michael Finnerty, Harrisburg, and Gavin Finnerty, Scranton; nine (9) great-grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Cathy Gordon, Scranton; a brother-in-law, Vince Olive, Crofton, MD; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her sister, Mae Finnerty; her brother, Michael Gordon; two brothers-in-law, Harry Finnerty and Robert Finnerty; two sisters-in-law, Patricia Olive and Jane Finnerty; two sons-in-law, Timothy Murray and Patrick Ackourey; and twin infant grandchildren (Ackourey). Nancy truly cherished her 67 years of marriage and she left a legacy through her children that will continue for generations to come. Although her life was full of challenges, she encountered and overcame all with hope, grace and perseverance. Nancy found extreme comfort in her Catholic faith, and the blessings she received at St. Ann’s Novena every year served as a great source of strength in her daily life. Nancy’s most unique quality was her ability to always make others feel better after talking to her based on her ever present calmness and understanding. Even though her health issues largely curtailed her activities in her later years, she remained forever grateful and she placed her unwavering trust in God’s plan for her. Not unlike other Irish matriarchs of her generation, the sun never failed to shine on her Clan. Whether it was a dance recital, a baseball game or a swim meet, she wanted to be there for her children’s and her grandchildren’s activities. If she couldn’t be there, she always made sure to ask them how they did and regardless of the answer, she encouraged them to “just do your best.” Nancy’s grandchildren affectionately called her “Nana” and the gourmet tastiness of her chocolate chip cookies quickly earned her legendary status among their friends. Nancy reveled in her Irish heritage and she always enjoyed attending Irish festivals, listening to Irish music and watching Irish step dancers. She was a proud, long-time member of the Maude Gonne McBride Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians, Division 4, and the Irish Cultural Society. In her earlier years, she was quite an accomplished square dancer which she regularly enjoyed with a great group of friends. Nancy was also blessed to have been able to travel having made a bucket-list trip to Ireland, sailed on a few cruises, and she always loved her annual trips to the Irish Village in Cape Cod. The family would like to extend a sincere thank you to Marian Ikeler and Valarie Rezykowski for the care, compassion and friendship they provided to Nancy over the last several months as they made the health challenges she faced much more manageable. Additionally, we thank Nancy’s nephew, Dr. Michael Gordon, who faithfully served as her primary care physician, and Allied Hospice for helping her on her journey to eternal peace. Funeral services are being provided by Eagen-Hughes Funeral Home, 2908 Birney Avenue, Scranton, with a Mass of Christian Burial on Thursday, June 12 at 10 a.m. at St. Joseph’s Church, Divine Mercy Parish, Minooka, celebrated by the Rev. Paul A. McDonnell, OSJ and the Rev. Patrick L. Albert. Friends and family may pay their respects on Wednesday, June 11 between 4 pm and 7 pm at the funeral home. Internment will be immediately following the funeral at St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Minooka. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Nancy's name to Divine Mercy Parish, 312 Davis Street, Scranton, PA 18505.

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