She graduated from University of Central Missouri in 1967 earning a BS in Art and Art Education. She worked as a professional artist for most of her career. She was actively involved in Northwest Designer Craftartists and the Pratt Fine Arts Center.
She is preceded in death by her parents John and Mary Corder.
She is survived by her spouse Gary; Brother and Sister-in-law Allen and Sandy; and a wide family of friends.
In lieu of flowers, those wishing to remember Mary may contribute to the Mary Molyneaux Scholarship for Women, Pratt Fine Arts Center 1902 South Main St, Seattle, WA 98144.