Mabel “Mibs” M. Follett, 91 of Bethlehem, PA (formerly from Palmer Township) died peacefully in the presence of family Saturday, October 30, 2021, at Kirkland Village, Bethlehem. Born July 18, 1930, in Albany, NY she was a daughter of the late Ada (Stoddard) and David Martin. She and her husband Don Follett met at Cornell University on a blind date and experienced an incredible and loving marriage for over 69 years.
After graduating from high school in Albany, NY she earned her BS in Food and Nutrition Management from Cornell University in 1951. As an alumna, she remained active in Cornell activities and was a Class President. Mibs was employed by the Ladies Home Journal in NYC after graduation and later at Lafayette College in the Development Office. Mibs was instrumental in establishing the former Meals on Wheels in Easton. She was a member of AAUW-Easton Chapter, the Fortnightly Group and active in garden clubs. Mibs was most recently a member of First Presbyterian Church, Bethlehem and was a former 50-year member of First Presbyterian Church, Easton where she served as an Elder, Deacon and Sunday School teacher. Most of all, she was an amazing wife, mother and “Mammaw” who strongly prioritized family, faith and love.
In addition to her husband, Don, she is survived by 3 children: Jim Follett (Nancy) of Ridgefield, CT, Steve Follett (Jeanne) of Center Valley, PA, and Sue Panella (Mark) of Boxford, MA; 7 grandchildren: Kristina Murphy (Patrick), Eric Follett, Allyson Follett Burns (Chris), Melissa Follett Guglielmo (Barry), Andrew Panella (Jenny), Leslie Panella and Jeff Panella; and 2 great grandchildren: Henrik Murphy and Ivy Follett Guglielmo. She was predeceased by her siblings: David Martin, Ruth Gallagher and Wilma Blum.
A calling period will be held Friday, November 19th from 5 to 7 PM in the Ashton Funeral Home, 1337 Northampton St., Easton, PA. Her Memorial Service will be held Saturday, November 20th at 11 AM in the Kirkland Village Auditorium, 1 Kirkland Village Circle, Bethlehem, PA. Interment will be private.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to ProJeCt of Easton at www.projecteaston.org, Meals on Wheels of the Greater Lehigh Valley at www.mowglv.org or the Kirkland Village Benevolent Fund at www.presbyterianseniorliving.org. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com
Jim and Kym Boucher
November 3, 2021 at 11:06 am
Our deepest condolences to Don and family. Such a profound loss for all of you and a tremendous loss for our community… Her legacy will be remembered with much appreciation for years to come.
Kelly Craig Spitale
November 3, 2021 at 3:40 pm
I offer the Follett family my sincere condolences with the passing of Mrs. Follett. My father, John Craig, worked for the family for 38 years, speaking very highly of both Mr and Mrs Follett. May God comfort you and give you peace in knowing your loved one is in Gods care.
Neil & Suzi Reyer
November 7, 2021 at 12:18 pm
Don,
There are no words that can assuage the pain over the loss of your lifelong partner and best friend. Suzi and I shall miss the luncheons that brought the four us together each year.
Our heartfelt condolences go out to you and the entire Follett family.
Sarah Simpkins
November 13, 2021 at 3:27 pm
Dear Follett’s, Mibs has looked like an angel to me for a few years now and I bet it’s the real deal now. I know it was her time to go but the loss is still profound. Her love and steady commitment has been a treasure. I hope to be with all of you to celebrate Mibs life on the 20th. Until then, know that I am thinking of you and sending love and appreciation for your loss.
Deborah and Ken Wald
November 14, 2021 at 8:35 am
We send the entire Follett family our deepest condolences
and hope all the wonderful memories sustain you at this sad time.
Debbie and Ken Wald
vivian noblett
November 14, 2021 at 8:57 am
Dear Don and family,
Mibs was such a lovely lady as you well know.
Her presence will be missed; however, that presence will remain in all your hearts forever.
May you all find peace in recalling fond memories of sharing happy times together.
Blessings,
Vivian Noblett
Melinda M Stitt
November 16, 2021 at 12:12 pm
All my love is being sent to all of you. Having just lost my mom you will miss her always. The.memories are precious and you will smile always knowing you had those great experiences and moments. She was loved and respected in this community and we will always remember her and miss her.
Craig Merluzzi
November 18, 2021 at 12:05 pm
What a great woman to have raised such a wonderful family. God bless you all in this time of loss. My deepest sympathy and condolences.