MARY JO MONAHAN BIERSMITH

Dear Biersmith family,
You don't know me but I used to take Spinning class with your mom. I always tried to grab the bike next to hers so we could talk through the entire class. We even got yelled at by a crabby classmate once because we disturbed the class! She was so much fun and often told me stories about you all. I am so sorry for your loss. You had a great mom.

To Biersmith Family I am very saddened by your loss. I recently moved back to KC from CA and everytime I drive up 65th St I would think of your Mom and family. I could still almost hear the sounds of Camp Cracker Jack! She will surely be missed. Tim Brice

Dear Biersmith Family,
My Mom, Catherine Atchity, was a dear friend of Mary Jo's Mom. Mom wanted me to send her condolences to all of you. She said your Mary Jo was a wonderful daughter and she is so sad that you have lost her.
Sincerely, Kathy Atchity Coco
St. Louis, MO

Dear Biersmith Siblings,
I taught with your mom for years in Independence. Mary Jo made every day so much brighter for students and for her colleagues. She was just a terrific person and loved by so many. I am so sorry for your loss but take comfort in knowing she watches over you from Heaven!

Beth, Marty and kids - we are so sad to hear about your Mom's passing. She must have been a special lady if she was your Mom, Beth. May you find comfort in the wonderful memories you have. Prayers to you and your entire family. Bryan, Jenny, Aidan & Nora Lee

ben and i were sad to hear of maryjo's passing. she was an amazing teacher to students and colleagues alike. i was so uplifted when she would talk about helping her high school kids learn to read for the first time. may her family know that her love of learning and laughter touched so many lives.

I have not seen Mary Jo since we graduated from college, but I remember her with fondness. My sympathies for your loss.

I only had the privilege of working with MJ for one year, but her friendship and humor have been with me since we met. Almost seven years later, I still quote her funny sayings and anecdotes. There is so much I admire about her. She was even instrumental in getting my husband and I together. (MJ, you'd be glad to know our first child didn't spontaneously combust.)
I pray the family finds peace and joy in sharing memories.
~Callie(Phillips) and Bobby Streich

Mary Jo was a wndeful person and teacher.. She made kids feel special and made all of us that taught with her laugh and want to be better teachers. I rememember when she would come to my room on the second floor of Bridger and then have no idea how to get back to her room.. She did have no sense of direction. She often talked about her kids and you could tell she was very proud of all of you.I am so sorry for your loss.
Betty Lou Anderson