Follett, Charlotte Ann Gilday (1918-2005)

FOLLETT, GILDAY, EARL, CASEY

Posted By: Debbie Greenfield (email)
Date: 5/23/2021 at 19:34:22

Daily Freeman Journal, Webster City, Iowa, Wednesday, February 2, 2005

Charlotte Ann Gilday Follett, 86, of Webster City, died Tuesday, February 1, 2005 at her residence. Services will be held at a later date according to Charlotte's wishes.

Charlotte was born December 15, 1918 the daughter of Walter C. and Carolyn Hazel (Earl) Gilday in Fort Dodge, IA. She graduated from Fort Dodge Senior High School in the class of 1937.

On July 2, 1939 Charlotte was united in marriage to James Louis Follett at the Congregational United Church of Christ, Webster City. Following the couples wedding they made their home in Webster City. To this union two sons were born. Charlotte was an avid reader of history who enjoyed spending hours reading to children. As a young lady Charlotte was a great bicycle enthusiast, loved trivia and looked forward to charting the weather on a daily basis. She was a Cub Scout Den Mother who enjoyed nature, going dancing, playing cards and taking care of her plants. Charlotte's working career included Morton's, Montgomey Wards, Places, Dunn's as the Ice Cream maker and McMurray Hatchery.

Those thankful for having shared in Charlotte's life include her husband James L. Follett Sr., two sons: James Follett Jr of Webster City, Donald George Follett of Ark., one sister Susan Casey of MN, two grandchilden; Darcey Follett of Webster City, Jason Follett of Little Rock, Ark., three great grandchildren; Kasie, Kaitlyn, Tyler and several nieces and nephews.

Mrs. Follett was preceded in death by her parents, four sisters; Phyllis, Vivian, Carolyn and Patricia and four brothers; Walter Jr., Earl, Lee and David.

Those wishing to send condolences may mail those to James Follett, 405 W. Curve Dr., Webster City, IA.

Bruce-Graham Funeral Home and Cremation Center is in charge of arrangements. Those wishing to send an online greeting or condolences may do so by going to www.brucesfuneralhome.com