My sincere sympathy to Mary's family. I've known Mary for the past several years. She played with UpTown Flutes regularly over the years, and recorded with us on 2 of our 3 CDs. I shared conversations and adventures with her on the IFO tour last year. Mary seemed able to conquer any obstacle, including cancer.
Mary never dwelled on her troubles, despite the seriousness of her health issues. I so admired her refusal to let cancer dictate how she lived her life, performing, traveling, always up for a new experience. What a wonderful role model for us all! Mary will be missed.
With sympathy, Karen Demsey, member of UpTown Flutes, IFO, flute professor at Willliam Paterson University, Wayne, NJ.
