She was born on May 18, 1928 in Harrisonburg and was the daughter of the late David and Lula Tobin Kline.
Mary Lou was a 1947 graduate of Harrisonburg High School and worked for the City of Harrisonburg for 41 years, before retiring in in 1988.
She was a member of First Presbyterian Church and Salvation Army Auxiliary. After retiring, Mary Lou enjoyed meeting her “Hardee Girls” for breakfast. She loved her crossword puzzles and TV shows. She enjoyed card games and visiting Debbie’s family on Endless Caverns Blvd. and the farm especially on Thanksgiving.
On August 9, 1959, she married Lawrence P. Bryan who preceded her in death on May 9, 2004. Two brothers, Wilson Gould and Herbert Wendell Kline; a nephew, Wendell Hoffman Kline also preceded her in death.
She is survived by a sister in law, Loretta Kline of Leesburg, VA; a niece, Emily Kline Neville of Berlin, MD; three great nephews, Wendell Hoffman Kline, Jr., William Garrett Neville and Richard Connor Neville; and four great-great nieces, Rylie and Raegan Kline, Kestryll and Clay Neville; her devoted caregiver and neighbor of 40 years, Debbie Daily.
A graveside service will be held 1:00 pm, Friday, March 10, 2023 at Woodbine Cemetery with Gary Edlind, Sr. officiating. The casket will remain closed.
Memorial contributions may be made to First Presbyterian Church, 17 Court Square, Harrisonburg, VA 22802, in her memory.
Lindsey Funeral Home in Harrisonburg is handling arrangements. Condolences and fond memories may be shared with the family by visiting www.lindseyfuneralhomes.com.
