Writer and artist Berna J. Finley of Chelmsford passed away in April 2001. She was 69 years old. She was a writer, photographer, painter, and maker of handmade books.

The Colorado native was a graduate of the University of Colorado and Northeastern University. A long-time school guidance counselor, she developed a second career as a photojournalist and visual artist whose work was exhibited widely. She was a regular contributor to the Chelmsford Independent newspaper and a member of the local PEN Women's writers group.

"I was always in awe of her talents as a writer, photographer, educator, artist, and athlete, but what inspired me most was her zest for life and generosity of spirit," her friend JackieYoung told the Lowell Sun. "She was always able to tell a story in a picture," said [her friend] Kathleen Veth. "It impressed the writer in me."

Acknowledgment is made to the Lowell Sun for facts contained in this Contributor's Note.

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