Mary Elizabeth Bryant

I only met Mary a few times at OIW events and was sorry to learn, much after the fact, of Mary's passing. The last time I saw her was this winter when I interviewed her for an article I'm writing. It was one of the most enjoyable interviews I've ever done, with her enthusiam and zest for life shining through all of her comments. She will be missed by many people.
June Coxon, Ottawa, Ontario

Dear Joe and family,

I'm sorry to hear of Mary's passing. She was so enthusiastic about her book that was recently published (I remember her pressing my sister into buying one, at an OIW book fair) and very faithful at all things OIW.

I hope happy memories sustain you in this difficult time, and best wishes from the West coast.

Pandora Ballard

Mary was an absolute delight. She was interested in everything, and I was amazed at her lively participation at OIW meetings and at the OIW workshop I presented a few years ago. We'll all miss her!

Joe and family, Diane and I were saddened to hear the news about Mary (Diane is working in Kingston for a few weeks, and we were down there for the past while, so were late in finding out). We will always have Mary in our hearts and memories -- especially so because we have so many of her wonderful artworks throughout our home.

Murray McComb and Diane Dodds (Thorne Avenue)

A friend to all, Mary was a vital part of our community. She generously opened her doors for art shows of her paintings, tours of her garden and volunteer work at the community newspaper and rehab centre. We will miss her.

I'm am so sorry to hear of Mary passing on. I have great memory's as a teenager at the Bryants home,your mother was a wonderful lady. Tammy Robinson

My thoughts and prayers go out to all in the Bryant family. Mary was a great woman. She never had a bad thing to say about anyone and she was the most nonjudgemental person I have ever met. Mary and Bud had hearts of gold. I also remember all the stories and conversations over a bottomless pot of coffee. She will be missed by many but remembered by all of the hearts she touched. I will miss you Mary.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

I am sorry hear of your mother death she was a great lady. My your memories help you through this sad time.RIP