Mary was the last surviving child of six children born in Martinez, CA to Agostino and Frances Lucido.
She graduated Alhambra High and later met Ernest Fagnani whom she was married to for fifty-five years until his death in 2008. They had two sons, Joseph and Richard Fagnani and raised them in Alameda where they lived.
Mary was a dedicated mother, sweet grandmother and a hardworking housewife. She also worked as a furniture salesperson where she excelled due to her knowledge of antiques and furniture styles. She was also an avid card and bingo player, where she enjoyed talking to her good friends. She enjoyed cooking and fishing, especially with her grandson Mario whom she was always eager to see.
Mary's handicapped son, Joe was one of her life's focuses, spending unselfish amounts of time tending to his care and wellbeing. She always had a good sense of humor and always took stress calmly and rarely got angry.
She is preceded in death by her husband Ernest and son Joseph and is survived by her son Richard and her daughter in law Marissa and grandson Mario as well as many nieces and nephews.