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Margaret Olley Obituary
Susanne Briggs, spokeswoman for the Art Gallery of New South Wales, says Olley was found dead Tuesday in her Sydney home. Many of Olley's paintings are displayed at the gallery.
Olley was born in Lismore, New South Wales, on June 24, 1923. An art teacher noticed her talent when she was a young student at a girls' boarding school in Brisbane, and encouraged Olley's parents to send their daughter to art school. Olley eventually became one of the country's most lauded still-life painters.
Olley was widely praised not just for her work, but for her philanthropy and generosity.
Copyright © 2011 The Associated Press
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Janine Baker
July 2, 2012
As an Olley descendant am sorry not to have met you -there are many artists in your family who will have been inspired by you, including my nephew
Marieta McNaught
July 30, 2011
To one who will be missed. I left my visit to late. Never leave your visits go. Love you Love your beautiful works will miss you.
Debbie DS
July 27, 2011
Painting is a way to express our feelings, and to enjoy the creations of God. Margaret enjoyed Gods beauty and put it done on canvas for everyone else to enjoy. But one thing we can remember is “God cares for us (1Peter5:7)” and will be there in our time of distress. We will miss her dearly,
July 27, 2011
May the God of all comfort help you during this time of great sorrow. May she be fondly remembered by all.
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Camille
July 27, 2011
The brush may be still, but the paintings and the remembrance remains. may your hearts soon be filled with happy memories of times spent together as you celebrate a life well-lived. May the God of tender mercies comfort you and strengthen you at this difficult time.
2 Cor 1:3,4
July 27, 2011
It is commforting to know that God loves us. May the family and fans remember that during this time of grief!(1 john 4:19)
JC
July 27, 2011
I am so sorry to hear the sad news about Margaret. May all those she left behind find comfort in the wonderful memories she shared.
"Can you see with your minds eye,
People dwelling to together?
Sorrow has passed. Peace at Last!
Life without tears or pain.
In those days old will grow young,
flesh revived as in childhood.
Troubles are gone; from now on.
No need to weary or fear.
Paradise all will enjoy.
As we sing to God's glory.
Long as we live we will give to God, our Maker, thanks.
Sing out with joy of heart! You too can have a part.
Live for the day when you'll say,
Life without End, at Last...........
Life Without End--At Last!
M B
July 26, 2011
"May the God of tender mercies and the God of comfort be with you all. " 2 Cor 1:3,4 I am sorry for your loss. The day will come in which her beautiful art will reflex this wholewide world for mankind.-
Cherie
July 26, 2011
My sympathy to friends and family of Ms. Margaret Olley. After reading her obituary, it seemed she was a dear lady who not only loved the beauty of the creation but also others who shared this beautiful earth along with her. She was noted as having unselfish concern for others who may have been in need. She will be amazed and delighted to be resurrected to a beautiful, restored earth where she will be restored to the days of her youthful vigor. Job 33:25.
Joy H
July 26, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. May your memories bring comfort and strength to you during this stressful time. My prayers are with you. 2 Cor. 1:3,4
R Golay
July 26, 2011
To the the family of Margaret Olley - May God give you peace and comfort through his word and the Lord Jesus Christ during this time of sorrow, I know that she will be missed by many.
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