VISITATION
Sunday, June 4, 2017 - 5-7 p.m.
with a prayer service at 7 p.m.
Midland School Gym
Midland, South Dakota

MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL
Monday, June 5, 2017 - 10:00 a.m.
Midland School Gym
Midland, South Dakota

CELEBRANT
Father Tyler Dennis
assisted by Deacon Lloyd Frein

MUSIC
Barb Jones - Vocalist
Marianne Frein - Pianist
“Amazing Grace”
“The Old Rugged Cross”
“On Eagle’s Wings”

ALTAR SERVERS
Cass Finn - Cole Finn

READER
Philip O’Connor

USHERS
Reuben Vollmer, Jr. - John Nemec - Bill Eckert

PALLBEARERS
Justin Bryan - Cam Meinzer
Aaron Doolittle - Randy Nemec
James Hellevang - Troy Collins

HONORARY PALLBEARERS
All Relatives and Friends in Attendance

INTERMENT
Midland Cemetery
Midland, South Dakota

• Sincere sympathy and prayers, Tom and Kristi. Mary was a wonderful blessing to many. Know she is only a prayer away and an angel watching over you. ~ Stacey and Wayne Nelson Caputa, SD (6/14/2017)
• SD ~ Tyra Austin Pierre (6/12/2017)
• My heart aches for Tom, Kristi and the Parquet family's loss of Mary recently in death. When someone you love dies, it is difficult to cope with the loss and you are in my prayers. Psalm 34:18 Our loving heavenly Father, Jehovah (Psalm 83:18) invites you to throw all your burdens on him and he will sustain you in your time of grief. ~ Julie Jarmon Dothan, Ala (6/11/2017)
• Tom, Kristi, and families- I was so shocked and saddened to hear of Mary's passing. She was one of the reasons I wanted to become a teacher; in fact, I'm quite sure I pretended to be her a time or time while playing school in the basement. Her beauty, kindness and smiles were so natural. I always enjoyed laughing and visiting with her. I will miss her, her familiar laugh and visits when I'm home. Praying for you as you adjust to life without her. Know that they are many people that love and support you as you walk through this journey. Hugs & prayers! ~ Becky Thompson Apple Valley, MN (6/9/2017)
• Tom and Kristi,
  We were so saddened to hear of Mary's passing. She touched the lives of so many students. We will miss her. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. ~ Pat and Sandra Jones Wessington Springs SD (6/6/2017)
• So sorry for your loss. Thinking about all of the fun family gatherings at the Collins home. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time.....Lucy ~ Lucy Roggenbuck-Vinych Fargo (6/5/2017)
• Tom & family,
  I was very saddened to hear about Mary's passing. I was lucky to work with Mary during my year teaching in Midland. I will always be grateful for her support and friendship that year. Many thoughts and prayers are being sent. ~ Monica (Larson) Ellwanger Gregory, SD (6/4/2017)
• Mr Parquet (Tom) Kristi and family. I am so sorry for your loss it was heart breaking news to hear. Mrs Parquet was a very special person in a lot of peoples lives. Even after I graduated high school she was still in my head and Mrs Parquet (Mary) she earned that respect from me as well many others. She will be very missed by all that knew her but will never be forgotten. I will be praying for you all in this very hard time. Another angel called home way to soon. ~ Spencer Huston Rapid city sd (6/4/2017)
• So very sorry. Thoughts and prayers are with you. ~ Justin and Joyce Wheeler Philip, (6/4/2017)
• So very sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. ~ Krista Atyeo-Gortmaker Milbank (6/4/2017)
• Tom & Family, we are so sorry for your loss. Mary was a wonderful person & will be forever missed. Hugs & prayers! ~ Valerie &Roger Williams Philip SD (6/4/2017)
• Tom and Kristi- We were so sorry to hear about Mary. Your family is certainly going through difficult times. Keep each other strong and look to God to hold you up and help you through the days ahead. Know you have friends who care and are praying for you. ~ Larry and Julie McLaughlin Midland, SD (6/2/2017)
• So sorry to hear of Mary's passing, she was such a sweet gal, was so glad I was able to visit with her at the class of 1977 reunion and Grant Deuel event. My deepest sympathy to her family. ~ Karen Hunt Corona SD (6/2/2017)
• We are very sorry to hear of the loss of Mary! She was taken far too soon. She waged a battle against her illness that was admirable. Her family, friends, students and community will miss her terribly. Prayers to all her family in the weeks and months ahead. ~ Jason and Vonda Hamill Milesville, SD (6/2/2017)
• Tom and Kristi,
  I am so heartbroken to hear of Mary's death. She was such a wonderful, kind and fun loving person. She was always ready for a laugh and I loved visiting with her! I am thankful that I was able to see her just a few short weeks ago...
  I have so many good, positive memories of Mary. During my senior year of school I was a volunteer in her classroom and got to see first hand what a dedicated teacher she was.
  My thoughts and prayers are with you two and the rest of your families. May she dance with the angels, trap shoot the stars and be free from illness. God bless you all ~ Brenda Jones-Nierman Omaha, NE (6/2/2017)
• Tom and Kristi,
  We are so sorry for your loss. ~ Bruce and Lynn Dunker Wall (6/2/2017)
• Tom so sorry to hear about Mary's passing. She was a wonderful lady that will be missed. ~ Jewell Bork Okaton, SD (6/2/2017)
• Tom and Kristi, so sorry to hear about the passing of Mary, but take comfort in the lifetime of memories she left behind for all of us to enjoy. we will always cherish the days we got to spend with you guys on the trap fields ~ Brian & Deb Voss Custer, SD (6/2/2017)
• Tom, we were so saddened to hear of Mary's passing. Were so looking forward to seeing the bot of you at the reunion in a few weeks. You have our deepest and most heart-felt sympathies. ~ Jeff and Vickie Tiede Woonsocket, SD (6/1/2017)
• I was so very saddened to hear of Mary's passing. What a pleasure it was to know her and the entire family. Thoughts and prayers to Tom and Kristi at this time. Thinking of you all. ~ Carly Wilson Regional Dialysis - Rapid City (6/1/2017)
• Tom, Kristi & Family, I am so sorry to hear about Mary's death. Even though we are so far away, we will be praying for you as you adjust to this shock and grieve. I'm having a hard time believing she is gone and even though we only get to see her every few years, I will greatly miss her! Mary, my barely-older than me aunt, who "looks just like me", you will be missed! Big hugs to you Tom, Kristi & Jake! May God comfort you as only He can. ~ Lisa & Dan Friesen Cameroon, Africa (Revillo, SD) (6/1/2017)
• Tom and Kristi, I was so sorry to hear of the loss of Mary. She was such a blessing to her students and the whole community of Midland. My thoughts and prayers are with you. ~ Lisa (Schofield) Jonas Pierre (6/1/2017)
• Tom and Kristi So sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers winged your way. She was a great lady and always enjoyed our visits. ~ Tracy & Marvin Frey Whitewood, SD (6/1/2017)
• Tom, so sorry to hear the news of Mary's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family ~ Jeff & Paula Davis Brookings, SD (6/1/2017)
• Sending heartfelt prayers for your family. So many wonderful memories of times spent with your family. We can't think of any family that is more supportive of the lives you touch. Proud to call you our friends! ~ Mick & Lorinda Stoddard Custer, SD (6/1/2017)
• Sending Prayers to Mary"s Family,was proud to have known her. Great Lady. ~ Bruce and Bonnie Madsen Kadoka S.D. (6/1/2017)
• Tom and Kristi, I was so sorry to hear about Mary. She was a wonderful women who touched so many people's lives! You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. ~ Stacy Nemec Pierre, SD (6/1/2017)
• Thoughts and prayers to all of you. Thank you Mary and Tom for your true examples of persistence, patience, and love throughout the years. You both did so much for my teammates and I to make us successful and the impact both of you have made in the lives of many will last forever. ~ Jeff O'Connell Philip, SD (6/1/2017)
• So very sorry to hear this. Midland has lost a great teacher, friend and supporter. Condolences to all of her family. ~ Nancy Ekstrum Philip (6/1/2017)
• Tom, I was so shocked and so saddened to hear the news of your wife. My heart goes out to you and your family. My thoughts are prayers are with all of you. May God Bless and Keep You.
  Sincerely,
  Glenn ~ Glenn Sealey Colome, SD (6/1/2017)
• Tom, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and you family. ~ Stacy Finkbeiner New Underwood (6/1/2017)
• So deeply saddened by the loss of Mary. I'm so thankful we got to spend time visiting with her at the All School Reunion. She will be deeply missed. ~ Jim and Nancy Weber Revillo, SD (6/1/2017)
• Tom, Kristi and family ~
  I was VERY lucky to have had the privilege of calling Mary my friend and colleague. She was very proud of her family and we both enjoyed sharing stories about our granddaughters. I can't even imagine a day without Mary stopping in to say good morning! I will miss her! My thoughts and prayers are with you all! ~ Renee Schofield Kadoka (6/1/2017)
• Tom, Kristi and all of Mary's family, I am so sorry to hear this sad news. Mary and I attended many classes together at Northern, and she always had a sense of humor, and an upbeat attitude. My thoughts and prayers are with all of Mary's family as you gather to remember and celebrate her life. May God bless all of you and may Mary rest in peace. ~ Mary Nelson Philip (6/1/2017)
• I am so very sorry for your loss Tom and Kristi. I have fond memories of Mary, or Mrs. Parquet to me, as my third and fourth grade teacher. I am sending prayers for your family. God bless. ~ Carrie Jones Mentele Howard, SD (6/1/2017)
• What a loss to our community, her family and friends. her legacy will live on in her family and the many students she taught. prayers to Tom and family,,
  RIP Mary RIP ~ Pat and Reuben Vollmer and family Midland (6/1/2017)
• Tom Sorry to about your wife's death. May the Lord Bless you as you remember and cherish the many memories you have of her for she is with Our Heavenly Father now. Take care my friend and May God Bless You. ~ Van Simpfenderfer Wall, SD (6/1/2017)
• Sending prayers ~ Melody Songer Chamberlain (6/1/2017)
• Tom & Family - We are saddened to hear of Mary's passing. May your memories and God's helping hand help you through the times ahead. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. ~ Brock, Brittany, Taryn & Sawyer Smith Philip (5/31/2017)
• My sincerest condolences on the loss of Mary, who will forever be Mrs. Parquet to me. She was a wonderful teacher and I have so many good memories of her, as I'm sure all of her students do. She was a also such a valuable member of St. Williams Catholic Church and the community of Midland - she will be so missed. Hugs to Tom, Kristi and your families. You are all in my prayers. ~ Lori (Petoske) Yunker Greeley, CO (5/31/2017)
• Tom, Kristi and family,
  There are just not the right words to express how sad we are for all of you. Mary was one of the best people I know. She was such a positive influence in all of the students lives at school, and the rest of us that were blessed to work with her, and know her. I know she has influenced the lives of so many students through the years, including my children. She was a mentor and friend. I can not imagine being at school without her. We will continue to keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time. Please let us know if there is anything you need. She was one special lady and will indeed be missed and not forgotten.
  Nicki & Wes ~ Nicki & Wes Nelson Midland (5/31/2017)