Mary M. Udall

Mom recently told me that the reason she and Dad were able to travel the world so freely was because her parents’ dairy farm, near Ripon, was “the rock that they could come home to”. She credits her family for making it possible. In her last few weeks she shared the wonderful stories that made up her life. The world is a better place for having had her in it, and a sorrier place now that she’s gone. She always loved a good party, so be sure to bring your musical instruments to her memorial when the time comes.

We extend our sincere condolences to Mary's family and friends. I have the most fond memories of Mary during the 1960's, while visiting Chris at the Michie household in Crestwood,to practice guitars. It was my first exposure to modern art that festooned the walls. I still remember her pottery wheel and the smell of fresh clay emanating from her ceramics studio. But mostly I remember how sweet and kind she was, always encouraging our budding musical endeavors. Mark (and Lisa) Loder

I will always remember Mary fondly. My husband (Dave Wood) tells stories of his childhood, which often include Mary and her family. She was a sweet and gentle soul and will be greatly missed. Rest with the angels, Mary. Goldy Wood

Mary and I worked together on a most important and complicated art piece in 1980 - I was the painter and she sculpted a commemorative panel which held a memorial light. My contribution was a large oil-on-canvas, hers was cast in bronze, and they were installed as companion pieces. I had already known Mary when we undertook this historic project and very much enjoyed working with her. I respected and admired her professionalism and her wonderful ideas. I was sorry to read of her passing and will always remember her for the light that she was.