Mary.
We met in the early 90s in an Adult education Maths GcE class .Mary because she  relished a challenge.it was important to her to succeed,  in everything she did she gave her best , she would attempt anything from line dancing to scrabble, rambling  to bowling.

We dabbled in artclasses, Mary always encouraging

That's a good mushroom Mriiam, actually was a kiwi fruit.

Always  conscious of personal appearance that everything was coordinated, she watched her weight and I have a sneaky suspicion that her scales were set half a stone lighter than everyone else's. Brian was proud of her. 

Through my life's traumas Mary was always there,  no matter what time of day or nightand if Ihadnt been in touch  for a while I knew there would be a phone call 'Hi its Mary how are you?.

Mary, my true and loyal friend  I shall.miss you.

Miriam