Mary was born in Santa Barbara, CA to Warren and Miranda Higgins and passed away at the age of 79 in Hughson, CA. She was a wonderful mom and grandma who will be dearly missed. Mary enjoyed every minute of her life; whether traveling, being with family or watching the waves crash at the beach. She is survived by her children Keith Graham of Hughson, Jody Cook and Deborah Love both of Santa Barbara; five grandchildren and three great grandchildren.  Inurnment service will be held at Turlock Memorial Park on Saturday, October 19, 2013 at 12:00p.m. Donations can be made in her memory to American Cancer Society at 1101 Sylvan Ave C105 Modesto, CA 95350. Please share your memories at www.allenmortuary.com.