Mary H. Bristol, 75, died peacefully on June 12, due to complications from a recent surgery. She was born on Oct. 21, 1944, in Philadelphia. At least that is what we think. The story of Mary’s true birthday has become legendary, just like she was. Her father and mother, Albert and Helen, were already blessed with five other children, Al, Bob, Sis, Helen, and Joseph. Mary made for number six, the surprise “gift” that just kept on giving. Mary was the perfect distilled version of what it meant to be in the Geibler family, compassionate and loving with a formidable stubborn streak.
Mary’s loving nature and tenacity knew no bounds when she was caring for her family, her parents, brothers, and sisters, her loving husband Bob, her children Maryanne and Joseph, her son in law Tom and daughter in law Margaret, her stepchildren Jim and John, Andrew and Emily and grandchildren Kelly, Bobby, Jess, Jack, and baby Eddie, and her 35 nieces and nephews.
Mary Bristol’s accomplishments were numerous, especially in the healthcare industry for seniors.
On March 19, 1997, she married her best friend and partner in crime, Robert Bristol. Their story is a lesson of true love and of living life to the fullest while maintaining a loving and united family. They held hands together through all their amazing trips, every holiday, each walk along the beach at sunset, and even during trips to the market. No adventure was too small. And nothing kept him from holding her hand to the end, not even a virus. She was his life, his love, and the very air that he breathed. They were always referred to as "Bob and Mary” like it was one word, for they were one
Mary Bristol was a nurturer in every sense of the world. She was a straight shooter who loved big and did not put up with nonsense. She made life memorable because she was memorable. A larger than life legend that will continue love and guide her family through the generations. That is who Mary Bristol was and will always be.
In lieu of flowers, please make a charitable donation to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105
To view Mary’s online tribute and to share a memory with her family, please visit www.kuzoandfoulkfh.com
Arrangements by the Kuzo Funeral Home, Kennett Square.
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