DR. MARY CATHERINE BATESON

I had lunch with her and her father back in the 1970's at a workshop in the Bay Area. Beautiful minds.

I only met her twice -- both times after panels she spoke in at the UN, at eh Commission on the Status of Women. She spoke with a quiet firmness that drew me to her. She was open to a brief talk about her approach to life, and to culture as a means for learning and change. Yes, she will be missed.

Friend, Mentor, and Companion along the way - this wise teacher still walks with so many of us. With love, John Grim and Mary Evelyn Tucker

A profound mind and a generous soul. She touched our lives deeply and expanded our understanding in profound ways. Rest in peace, Catherine.

I just learned today of Mary Catherine's death. I am so glad we were able to have a conversation last month, not long after her birthday. I'm saddened that she died so young. I expected many more years of wit and kindness. She was the smartest person I have ever met and was an imp at heart. I always remember a game we made up and played a couple of decades ago about all the things Gresham's Law also applied to. In 2017 she wrote the Afterword for my book AfterNow: When We Cannot See the...

So sorry, Vanni, to hear about your Mother’s death. You are in my thoughts and prayers!
Sending love, Joyce Cohen.

Sevanne I am so sorry to read of your mother’s passing, you spoke so fondly of her. Covid brought you here for a reason. I am glad you got to spend this past year with her. My deepest sympathies to you and your family.