I learned of the death of Mary Lusk, former mayor Newark, from an e-mail from Marc Guthrie, City Council president.
I am among those who knew Mary while she was mayor also had the opportunity to work with her on a few of her projects (at a time when I wasn't employed by a newspaper). I will always remember her with fondness and respect.
Marc summarized his feelings in a way that I - and many others - share. It's fitting just to let Marc say it here - for all of us.
"Few have been stronger advocates for our community than this wonderful woman. Mary has always had a deep concern for Newark and its residents.
"A few weeks ago when I visited Mary at Autumn Health Care, the first thing that she said to me was, 'Tell me, how are things at City Hall?' The well-being of her community, her family and her commitment to her faith were always paramount to Mary Lusk.
"Toward the end of her term as Mayor, Mary made a decision not to seek a second term as a Mayor of a City she loved, because of her love for her family.
"I will miss Mary’s friendship and her good counsel very much."
Friday, February 29, 2008
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