Mary Jane Noto

           Mary Jane Noto of Chesterfield, Missouri was born July 14, 1937 in St. Louis, Missouri, a daughter to the late Clarence Heller and Josephine (Krassinger) Heller. Mary Jane departed this life peacefully Friday, March 31, 2023, having reached the age of 85 years, 8 months and 17 days.

            On June 11, 1955, Mary Jane was united in marriage to the late William Glen Bryant and they shared 7 years together. After his passing in 1963, Mary Jane was later united in marriage to the late Jerry Charles Noto on December 22, 1973. Jerry preceded Mary Jane in death on October 5, 2007.

            Those left to cherish her loving memory include her daughters, Mary Jo Vance–Bryant of Pevely, Missouri, Cindy McLaughlin of Chesterfield, Missouri, Theresa Johnson and husband Dave of Vinita Park, Missouri; grandchildren, Diana Sparks, Glen Bryant and wife Kala, Daniel Guffey, Jason Henager and wife Racine, Nic Hauser and wife Breanna; great grandchildren, Daniel Guffey–Shands, Kayla Berving; great great grandchild, Emersyn Guffey; sister-in-law, Mary Anderson of Arnold, Missouri and a host of other relatives and special friends.

            In addition to her parents and dear husbands, Mary Jane was preceded in death by her sons, Thomas Bryant, Billy Bryant; brothers, Patrick, Clarence, Charles Heller and daughter-in-law, Debbie Bryant.

            Mary Jane was a loving and genuine friend to everyone she met. She had an infectious smile that brought light to everyone around her. Everywhere she went her presence brought joy and comfort. She enjoyed puzzles, playing cards with friends and family and embroidery. Being with her family and cuddling with dogs brought her great joy. In her younger years, she loved going camping and sitting in her lawn chair in the river. The memories she left will never fade and will continue to be cherished by all who knew and loved her.

            A Graveside Service will be held Friday, April 7, 2023 at 1:00PM at Redbud Cemetery in Potosi, Missouri.

            A Memorial Service will be held at a later date to honor the lives of Mary Jane and her son, Tom Bryant who passed in 2021.

            If you wish to make a charitable donation, it will be gratefully accepted by the Humane Society of St. Louis at 1201 Macklind Avenue St. Louis, MO 63110.