MARY HELEN BERRY
(1933 – 2008)
Mary Helen Berry, 74, of Milton passed away on May 8, 2008, after a six-month battle with cancer.
Born on June 8, 1933, Helen was a noted artist for her award-winning pine needle baskets and loved by many for her selfless dedication to the arts and her calm and modest demeanor.
She is survived by her loving husband of 50 years, Jim Berry; two sons, Gary and Randy Berry; daughter Louise Carley; six grandchildren and six great grandchildren.
A memorial service for Helen will be held on June 14 at the Milton Women's Club, 6863 Oak St. in Milton, at 1 pm.
"In lieu of flowers, donations to a Helen Berry Memorial Art Scholarship through the Santa Rosa Art Association can be made by mailing checks, payable to SRAA, at P.O. Box 4256, Milton, FL 32572. For inquiries, call Suzanne at 623-4981."
The Santa Rosa Art Association, Inc. was established in Milton, Florida, (Santa Rosa County) over 40 years ago to encourage, educate, and inspire artists and art lovers in
Northwest Florida . We provide workshops, art showcases, and networking for our members. In return, we ask that members remain active by attending most of our seven monthly meetings, working on committees, and sharing their talents.
We encourage and support each other's art efforts and provide workshops to encourage our members to explore various art media. Members may be invited to teach a workshop, for which the instructor receives a stipend. We also display member art in at least two other local shows and at special locations as a group or individuals. Occasional optional field trips for members may also be organized.
We also support the art in our community. SRAA uses funds raised during the year to promote art education through our Art Benefactors and Art Grants programs. We provide small art scholarships to graduating seniors in
