Was appearing in the Laguna Playhouse comedy production of "Harvey" as
a society matron when she was forced to leave the show due to illness.
She collapsed one day after her final performance and died about a
month later.
Recognized as one of Los Angeles' most prominent small-theatre performers.
Careworn character actress, on stage as a child, known for her husky,
deep voice and very diminutive size.
One son, one daughter.
Graduated from Pittsburgh's Carnegie Mellon University with a drama
degree.