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Mary Follett Obituary

Mary Vierling Follett, 85, artist, conservator. River Forest and Douglas, MI. Died June 30 in her home in Douglas from cancer. Beloved wife of the late Garth; loving mother of Dawn Goshorn Schumann (George); stepmother of Barbara Weaver of Arizona, Charles Follett of Cape Coral, FL and Virginia Faesen of Winfield, IL; loving grandmother of Steven (Mary) Goshorn of Littleton, CO, Peter (Stephanie) Goshorn of Plano, TX and Laurie (James) Pontarelli of Downers Grove; 17 grandchildren; 40 great-grandchildren; and nine great-great-grandchildren. Graduated Academy of Art Conservators in London. Masters, 1978. Owner, Paintin' Place in Oak Park, exhibited Palette and Chisel, Academy of Fine Arts, Municipal Art League. Visitation July 8, 3 to 9 p.m., Drechsler Brown Funeral Home, 203 S. Marion, Oak Park. Funeral July 9, 10 a.m. Interment Oak Ridge Cemetery. For details, 708-383-3191. Donations in her memory may be sent to Follett Education Foundation, 2233 West St., River Grove, IL 60171-1895, American Cancer Society, 854 S. Washington, #410, Holland, MI 49423 or Hospice, 270 Hoover Blvd., Holland, MI 49423.

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Published by Chicago Tribune from Jul. 5 to Jul. 7, 2002.

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Marjorie Bukoski

August 23, 2002

We only met one time - memories of that pleasure will be with me the rest of my life. God be with your family as they treasure precious memories. You are just on the other side of the door. Lovingly, Marge.

Olivia Ramey

August 6, 2002

Thank you for opening our eyes for things we cannot see sometimes. It takes a special angel as yourself to make us see.

Kim Connors

August 5, 2002

Thank you so much for all of your help. I knew that you were sick but despite it you still gave me some good advice and it has helped. I have not finished my fight and in a sense it has only begun. Thank you for all you have done and now you can sit back and watch us finish this fight. Thank you again for all you have done---you will be gratly missed!

Sammy

August 2, 2002

Hi...My grandma said you guys were good friends and that you painted very well Mary.I thought I should pay tribute to you just becuase my grandma knew ou and I wanted to tell you she misses you very much!She doesnt know about this sight so she cant sign but I will sign for her.This is what she told me:You were a very wonderful women with a beautiful personality.You painted very very well!You were great to have long conversations with and sit and have coffee with in the afternoons or tea ya know?Well she said more but I have toi leave now!So Ill write again another time!Lots of love from my Grandma who misses you dearly!

Marge Gourley

July 8, 2002

I will always remember Mary. I have two lovely paintings that she

painted and I purchased at Paintin Place about 20 years ago. She introduced me to some beautiful works of art by local painters. She was always so helpful, kind and generous. I'm sure she will be missed not only by me, but all of her family. May God bless Mary and her entire family.

Paul & Barbara Javaras

July 7, 2002

Mary, you were the life of the party every New Years Eve and will always be remember by all of us. Your spirit and short stories will remain with us forever.

Bob Follett

July 5, 2002

Mary was one of a kind. Sharp-tongued, wisecracking, cynical, tough...she never wanted you to see anything but the hard shell on the outside. But underneath that hard shell was a very caring, warm heart. Family was always very important to her and the Follett family will be poorer with her gone. They are not making women like that any more, so we 'll all have to make do without a substitute for that grand lady.

Chuck Follett

July 5, 2002

To be there with you in the end... what an incredible experience!



You will be missed.



May God bless you!

Brian Follett

July 5, 2002

You were an amazing lady, Mary, and I will sorely miss your sharp wit and straight talk. Guys like me can only dream about being as lively, perceptive and street-smart as you were. God be with you.

Nancy Weaver

July 4, 2002

My great condolences to Mary's family, who, like me, must find it hard to believe that she could ever be gone. Her unsinkable spirit will serve as an inspiration to us all, and will forever keep her alive in our hearts.

Rosa Kube

July 3, 2002

You have been the most wonderful women I have every met. You have inspired me in so many ways that you can not imagine. I love you!

My condolences to the family!



Rosa Kube (July 3, 2002)

Mark Thompson

July 3, 2002

She was a great lady and friend.

George Schumann

July 1, 2002

You have become for me not only a very special lady but also the most unforgettable character I have ever know. I love you.

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