Maria Garcia Daly (1925-2018) was born in Mugardos, La Coruna, Spain. She came to the United States and attended Newcomb College. She graduated in 1948 with a degree in Music and French. Maria worked at the Spanish Consulate, serving in several capacities and receiving various awards from the Spanish government for her service. Maria was active in the community, volunteering with many organizations, including the New Orleans Museum of Art, Children of Mary, Tulane University Women's Association, and Tulane University Medical School. She was a founding member of The Spanish Society/La Sociedad Española, where she served as president for several years.