Mary Cartwright, a renowned British mathematician, passed away on April 3, 1998, at the age of 97. Born on December 17, 1900, in Aynho, UK, Mary dedicated her life to unraveling the complexities of mathematics.

Mary, also known as Dame Mary Lucy Cartwright, resided in Cambridge, UK, for most of her life. She is remembered for her groundbreaking work in chaos theory, which she pursued alongside mathematician J. E. Littlewood. Together, they delved into an emerging field that would later be known as chaos theory. Mary's keen observations led her to discover a multitude of solutions to a problem she was studying—foreshadowing what would come to be known as the butterfly effect.

As a British mathematician, Mary's contributions to her field were highly regarded. Her proudest accomplishment was being one of the first mathematicians to explore chaos theory, leaving an indelible mark on the scientific community. Her passion for mathematics was evident in her favorite quote, "The Zeros of Integral Functions of Special Types."

Mary Cartwright's legacy will forever be remembered in the annals of mathematics. Her groundbreaking work in chaos theory continues to inspire and shape the field. May her soul rest in eternal peace.