Mary Lou Mohr

I'm thankful for the opportunity to reflect of Prof. Mohr's influence, particularly Shakespeare. I remember reporting to her that I worked for Theatre for A New Audience in New York, a company that often produced lesser known Shakespeare plays, and the pride I felt at her appreciation of that job opportunity. We were all so blessed to share in her light.

Dr. Mohr gave me confidence in myself as a woman and a scholar. She was an absolutely perfect mentor and a great intellect. With my English Major I went on to have a long career as a Teacher Librarian. Dr. Mohr was a life long learner and loved literature. She will be dearly missed and my prayers go out for her family.

Jeanene Klatt Prince, Luther, Class of 1977

I was fortunate to be a student of both Professor Mohrs. I admired Mary Lou's unwavering poise and commitment. I also recall her beautiful hair! Condolences on the passing of a bright light in the Luther family.

I send my deepest condolences and sympathy to Jonathan, Tia, their families, and the Luther College community. I am deeply saddened to read about Mary Lou's death. She was an impressive professor, college citizen, mentor and role model to me in my career in higher education. I often thought of her confidence, clarity, and sense of humor as I reflected on challenges and successes in my life and work. Mary Lou and Martin were professors, colleagues, and dear friends. I shall always...

The warm welcome I received from Mary Lou and Martin when my parents and I visited Luther when I was a high school student was a major factor in my decision to attend Luther, and to major in English. My father, who taught high school in Lake City, had always said that Mary Lou was one of his all-time favorite students. I can see why. She was meticulous, enthusiastic, and caring.

We came to know Mary Lou when I was serving First Lutheran Church in Lake City, MN. Her father served the congregation and when we celebrated a special anniversary, we invited Mary Lou back as a speaker. When we retired in Decorah, she was a familiar face at Luther College and we enjoyed our conversations with her. "Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord." "Yes," says the Spirit, "they will rest from their labors, for their deeds follow them." Rev. 14:13

I took as many of Dr. Mohr's classes as I could fit into my English major schedule. What a phenomenal professor!

That was a beautifully written obituary!!

In my first years at Luther Mary Lou made my life workable. I did not understand the culture. I was confused about why people were so careful about speaking their minds. Mary Lou spent a lot of time mentoring me and guiding me and just plain telling me I was OK-no matter what my student evaluations said. I have missed her in Covid times and I know I will miss her kind voice in the future.