Mary Davey was a wonderful mentor, always cheerful and optimistic. We'll be missing her and celebrating her at the same time.

Brian Schmidt
Committee for Green Foothills

Mary Davey was my friend and inspiration. The world is a bit less bright from losing her. However, all the wonderful light she shown onto the world will last forever. I love you Mary.

Mary was indeed inspirational, as well as a whole lot of fun. I join the community in mourning her passing & celebrating her many achievements.

May your trails now take you to hidden waterfalls+soft golden meadows.
Mary, Thank You for being,
I considered us friends.

My condolences to Mary's family. She taught us what it takes to be eternally vigilant for land preservation.

Mary kept the vision of a protected landscape alive for all of us. Through tough political battles and tough economic times, Mary's faith in our ability to soldier on and succeed never failed. We will all miss the light of her torch. Audrey

Charter member of the Wonderful People

What sad news! Mary was such a delightful person. She was always available and very supportive. Like so many who knew her and worked with her, I will miss her terribly.

Mary Davey helped United Way Silicon Valley launch it's 211 informational and referral service nearly four years ago because she believed everyone who needed help should be able to find it. She was a wonderful member if the UWSV Board for several years and an Extraordinary advocate for those whose voices aren't always heard. And she was one of the warmest and smartest people I know. Such a loss for all of us.

I will miss Mary dearly. Her enthusiasm and encouragements have meant a lot to me. I wonder if she ever knew how inspirational she truly was.

Mary was a stellar role model of how to live life joyfully and in service to her community. She was fun, lion-hearted and she made a point to tell people that they were valued. You couldn't leave Mary's presence without feeling more optimistic about whatever work laid ahead. Her presence most assuredly will be deeply and truly missed. Mary, as you have said to so many people "You are WONDERFUL, WONDERFUL WONDERFUL." And you always will be.

Dear Mary - Thank you for your wonderful spirit and and for everything you accomplished for others and for the Earth. You always had a positive outlook and heartfelt thanks for everything that everyone else did. Your resounding" Wonderful People!" and "kiss, kiss, kiss will be dearly missed. We promise to keep up the good fight and the wonderful attitude you shared so generously.

I was just thinking about Mary, earlier today, before hearing about her passing. She often quoted Emerson (I believe), that "Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm." She certainly embodied that and inspired many in the process. Thank you Mary, for a life well lived! Your commitment, enthusiasm, intellect and warmth will certainly be missed, but your light continues to shine.

We on the board of Funeral Consumers Alliance also express our condolences to the Davey family. She was a great supporter to our cause and a long-standing member. She sympathized with our efforts to preserve open spaces by means of green cemeteries. I'm sorry she didn't live long enough to see it happen.

Mary was a driving force behind many of the causes and organizations that are a part of my life. She helped to keep us on track, FUNDED, and feeling appreciated!

Mary was a mentor and friend to countless people, especially young people, who wanted to get involved in civic life. She will be sorely missed.

I think that one of the most amazing things about Mary was her combination vision, leadership and the willingness to do whatever it takes. How many personal notes and phone calls does it take to change the world? I don't know, but last week I received yet another personal request from Mary to support a candidate! Her energy and commitment will be sorely missed.

I was so excited to be working with you -- you were an inspiration I did not think I could match. I will miss you, as I think this entire community will.

Mary was a pioneer woman. A couple hundred years ago, women like her conquered the West. I will always be indebted to her for her role in saving Openspace and Bear Creek Stables.

What a happy warrior for good in the world. I learned so much from her. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends.

An amazing, accomplished and generous woman...she will be sorely missed by friends, family and all the community causes she supported. Our hearts are with you John, MJ & Colin during this difficult time. Xxoo

Damn it! Some people deserve to live forever for the bettering of society. Mary is one. Hail and hugs to her.