Mary R. Caulfield

We are deeply sorry for your loss ~ Gunderson Funeral Home - Madison

Our heartfelt condolences on the passing of Mary, a truly uplifting, strong, kind & interesting lady. Mary was my Mum’s (Margherita ‘Rita’ Ghero, nee Salussolia) first cousin, with both having parental roots in Alice Castello in Northern Italy. Back in the 1950s my Mum spent 6 months living with Mary in New York, a period she always recalled very fondly. Although separated by ‘The Pond’ with us in England, we always maintained regular contact, something I was determined to continue after my Mum’s sudden passing last June. I’m so pleased I had one last phone call just weeks before Mary’s passing. Whilst this is a very sad time for Danny (Sue) & David (Kathy), and all of us who loved Mary, we must all take comfort that she passed peacefully, led an amazing, full life, and is now reunited with her beloved Dan (my Godfather). We will be paying tribute here in Norfolk, England on 13th June (coincidentally the 7th anniversary of my Dad’s passing and the day after my Mum’s first anniversary). I’m attaching photos of Mary with my Dad (Stephen) & Dan with my Mum taken during a visit to England around 2000. Suzie & Ian Levett

Mary was a very special person and a great friend to all of our family. We will miss her so much! Our thoughts go to Dany and David. Josh & Eva Schantl Julia, Barbara From Innsbruck, Austria

Recently I have been digitizing my scrapbooks and reached 1978. Mary was amazing as an organizer and promoter of our school playground at Franklin. We shared many ideas, a lot of work, and so many smiles and laughter. It was a remarkable experience for all of us, and brought a lot of joy to kids in years to come. I am sorry to learn that she is no longer a part of our community. My belated condolences to your family. If anyone knew how to celebrate life, it was your mother!