From Amy Chavez, author of The Widow, the Priest, and the Octopus Hunter:

 

From Amy Chavez, author of The Widow, the Priest, and the Octopus Hunter: "I'm sad to report that the Stone Bridge Lady (p. 27) has passed away at 97 years old. Ishibashi-nechan (older sister Ishibashi) as everyone called her, was the powerful force behind her husband who brought many modern conveniences to Shiraishi Island in the 1960's, including running water and roads. She was lovely to talk to, always lively, and gifted me much of her time describing the old ways of Shiraishi Island..." Read the rest of Amy's Facebook tribute.