Mary was one of the selfless people I knew, she would go out of her way to help people.  She helped me in more ways then I could ever thank her for. Getting to work with her at Madonna Towers was a gift, I would look forward to seeing her and the residents she cared so much for. Mary is the reason I decided I wanted to be in health care to be like her she was a great role model to me. I just wish I could of known sooner what happened.  To her daughters and grand babies I am so very sorry for your loss.  You were truly blessed to have such a wonderful woman in your lives. She will be missed by all who got to know her and her hugs :) 

I feel blessed to have known this wonderful woman. She was amazing, strong, loving and beautiful. I can only imagine what you her family are feeling. Just remember that beautiful smile and laugh. Let her love give you strength. Knowing Mary has added joy to my life. RIP my friend.  

There was a special place in heaven for Mary K.  I am still at a loss for words because I can't believe she won't be there with a hug when I go visit my mom at Madonna towers. Her sparkles and hugs made such a difference in my life and my Mom's life.  I can't begin to tell you how much she is missed by everyone in assisted living at the towers.  There are so many wonderful staff at the towers that we know everyone will carry on and things will run smoothly, but there will be no replacing that special feeling that was hers and hers alone to give.  

My Mother, Betty Larson, knows that Mary will be in heaven waiting for her and the rest of the residents when their time comes, but they will miss her wake up hugs until that time.

Thanks you for sharing her with us for an all to short a time.

What a beautiful lady!  Mary had such a loving touch with her care giving.  All the sparkles, hugs and sunshine that she handed out so often. 

My dad lived at Madonna Towers for 7 yrs and in Assisted Living for only a few short months before passing.  Mary took the extra special time with his care.  Thank you Mary for being part of Frank's life....and my life.

I was also fortunate to know Mary through the ALZ Walk every fall.  What an inspiration she was to me. 

Mary will be missed greatly, but I know that there is an Angel in Heaven raining down the Hugs and Sparkles!

Sunshine & Rainbows!

Louann

I am so shocked and saddened to hear about Mary's passing. She took my position all those years ago at Madonna Towers when I left to go back to school. Mary was a shining star where ever she went. I had the privilege to work with her several times that I picked up shifts for other staff. She was so fun and energetic and always smiling. Very proud of her children and grandchildren. Always a smile, always a spring in her step and always encouraging. I feel blessed to have known Mary Kay. I wish I would have kept in better touch because you never know what you have until it is gone. A beautiful angel has gone home. You are an inspiration, Mary Kay. Until we meet again. 

Faith

I am sorry for your lost, Mary has been a great help with my Mom when she moved to Assisted Living in July, 2013. I know my Brothers and sister appreciated all Mary did for MOM and for us her children. Again I am so sorry for your loss. My Mom name is Gladys Pulford. Mary T Reisner

I was so shocked to see your mother's photo on the obituary page. Mary took great care of my dad who was at Madonna Towers from 2004 until 2006. She was so caring, funny, and thoughtful and my family was so appreciative that our dad was in her care. She was such a proud mother and grandma. I will always remember her smile and her sparkly hair that went so well with her SPARKLY personality! Just know that she and her family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Missy,  I don't know you remember me.  Your mother and I were great friends years ago.  We shared a lot of great times together (Mary, Myself, you, and Tara).  We drifeted apart when our lives took different directions.  I was so surprised and saddened to hear of Mary's passing.  It brought back memories and sorrow that we did not stay in touch.  Mary was one of the greatest friends.  We shared a lot of life's trials  raising girls on our own.  I truly wish we would have kept in touch with each each other.  Mary has a spot in my heart.  She was a great person.  She is missed in my heart.  My heart goes out to all of you!

Betty

I was so sad to hear of Mary's passing.  She was such a supporter of whatever her grandsons were doing.  I remember that she paid for CDs to be burned of the musical that year for every child in 3rd grade to learn their songs!  It was a patriotic concert and she loved hearing their singing about our great country.

Dear Girls-

You have a wonderful Mom.  I have had the pleasure to work with Mary for her whole time at Madonna Towers.  What a lady.  She will be missed.  I was up on the Home Health floor yesterday and it just wasn't the same nor will be without Mary.  Hugs to you all and Brekin and Collin know that she talked about you EVERY day!  Thought and prayers.

Carolyn Grotjohn

So sad to hear of Mary passing, Mary helped care for my mom (Lorraine Alder) whenbshe lived in assisted living at Madonna Towers before she moved over to the skilled nursing.

Mary had a smile for me and would laugh and visit with my mom. Mary sat with us at the b-q... I will miss her sweet spirit. Jeri Brown and Lorraine Alder

To the family of Mary Knutson,

Words cannot descride how sad I am to be writing this. I had the pleasure of working with Mary for almost 5 years and an even greater pleasure working side by side with her for the past year. She was my "Gramma Kay" and I was her "little angel". She was my friend, mentor, and BIGGEST supporter. Mary was always there for me through the good and the bad(she somehow could always tell the difference). One of my fondest memories of Mary, besides her hugs and her kisses, were the notes I would find. There were notes on my clip board at work, in my pocket(I don't know how I wouldn't notice her putting them there) and in my purse. Sometimes I wouldn't even notice for a few days, but when I did find them, they always put the biggest smile on my face. Mary loved to make people happy or atleast put a smile on their face. It made her happy. What also made her happy was her family. Her family is the soul of her heart and always will be. I wish more than anything that I could make it to her funeral and to give my condolences in person, however I am too far away.

Until we see each other again, Mary"Gramma Kay" is now OUR angel.

RIP

~Leah~

Missy and Family,

I will miss your mom's smiling face and all the sparkles! She was a great lady and was so incredibly proud of her family.

We are sending lots of hugs and kisses your way.  Hope you can feel them!  This is one of the times we wish we were closer.  You have lots of great memories, and I'm sure they will be of comfort to all of you. Lots of love your way.  Grandpa and Grandma

So very sorry to hear about the passing of your Mom. Just want you to know our thoughts and prayers are with you even if we aren't there. Love you. Auntie Judi and Uncle Verlan{stinky}

I am deeply saddened for your loss, Mary was a great person in so many aspects I feel like i know all of you as you were the heart and soul to mary. Your mother was one of the most compasionate,caring, giving ladies i knew i am glad i got to call her a friend she was my skinemarink and i was her skinamerink. She will be greatly missed by everyone she definately had a way into everyone's hearts.

                                                                                         God bless you all,

                                                                                              Melissa Rongve

Missy and family-  I am so deeply sad to read this. I am shocked and sad. I didn't know your mom, but what I did know of her made an lasting impression and impact on me. Missy I remember on 2 occasions when she stopped into the office you and I worked.  I asked her if she needed to see you and both times she said "nope, just give this to her from me". I gladly took the paper, the next time the book, and put it somewhere for you for when you were available.  You later told me it was a note that said "I love you my dear Melissa, love mom". How much she loved you and loved your boys was quite admiring. I too, someday, ever since your mom's notes, will do the same to my boys. 

Much love and sympathy to you all

~Jennie Esplan

I am very sorry to lose my friend Mary; she was an inspiration to everyone.  She was full of smiles, support, faith and shared everything with everyone.  I feel lucky that I got to work with Mary- every time we worked together, she was so helpful and we had a great time.  I will never forget her smile and her hugs!!    RIP MY FRIEND - UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN