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painter, died peacefully on April 3 from cancer. She was 80 years old. Her passing is a profound loss to her beloved, devoted husband of 58 years, Nick, and their four children: Paul (and Monica Ghosh), Charles, Jennifer (Steve Brennan), and Tony (and Helena Hjalmarsson); and their grandchildren, Lara, Finn, Lina, and Elsa. Mari attended the Anna Head School, Bard College, Yale Norfolk, the Grand Chaumiere, Atelier l7, and the Cranbrook Academy of Art (MFA). She studied as well at Mills College with Fletcher Martin and Max Beckmann. She was a fiercely committed painter all of her life, who painted with sheer joy, in all genres, and loved the works of the great painters. Mari exhibited regularly with First Street Gallery in New York. More about her life and art is available at www.marilyonsstudio.com
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May 6, 2016
I extend my condolences to Nick and all the children and grandchildren. I am an Upper West Sider and knew Mai and her work for many years. I am also a cancer survivor, so understand the impact this has for you all. Elaine Wechsler
Ken Krimstein
April 10, 2016
With sincere condolences for the loss.
Steven Sussman
April 8, 2016
Condolences to the Lyons family for your loss
Michael DiMatteo
April 8, 2016
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
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