Mary Ellen Joyner

I just found this and am saddened by such a loss. It was always a pleasure to work with Mary Ellen and the Friends of WAM. She was generous with her praise and enthusiasm for the staff and the many projects they endorsed. She leaves a wonderful legacy and joyous memories.

I sure hated to see this. Mary Ellen was such a joyous spirit! She and her husband opened their lovely home to the Friends of the Wichita Art Museum for years. She always had that mischievous twinkle in her eyes--especially when she came asking you to do something for the arts. Mary Ellen was a leader, a cheerleader, a do-er and just an all-round special gal. So many in the community will miss her. But, she joins Mary Ellen Barrier, Bev Hoover, Dora Timmerman and Dot Shannon on high. Those...

An unforgettable influence in the lives of so many students. Mrs. Joyner went above and beyond to get to know us and was able to make English and Literature personal to each student. So many wonderful memories being in her class. Teaching life lessons along with teaching us to love literature. 45 years later, I can still hear her saying "Lollipops are candy, people are suckers." Mrs. Joyner was an outstanding example of living a life with purpose and leaving a positive legacy. Thank you...

I am a 1980 graduate of Andover HS. In all these years, I have not forgotten Mrs. Joyner´s influence on me. She helped refine my writing which paid off immediately in college and she was very understanding of my difficulty getting `into´ Shakespeare. My condolences to the family.