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Mary Catherine (Stein) Daum
April 9, 1957 ~ September 30, 2016 (age 59) 59 Years Old Light a Candle
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Message from Joanne Rose
October 19, 2016 8:22 PM
I met Mary at a barn hunt in Cornwall, VT and we became Facebook friends. Mary was a very wonderful caring person and excellent animal trainer. I'll never forget meeting her dog Niko. She will be missed by many. My sympathies to her family.
Message from Lisa Nawrocki
October 18, 2016 2:03 PM
On Facebook, I somehow "friended" a poodle named Nikko. Yesterday, I read that Nikko's "mom", named Mary, had passed away. Last night, I awoke in the middle of the night, finally putting it together. Could it be that this was my Mary? After we both left the Champlain College Bookstore, she got a poodle and named him Nikko...
Now I see my worst fears are true. My dear, darling, sweet Mary, valued co-worker and book club friend, the bright, funny spot in so many otherwise dull bookstore days, is gone. It is almost too much to imagine.
My condolences to her family. For two years she told me stories about you all, about the garden you grew, about the pride she had for her father's service in the Marine Corps, about her brother the NJ State Trooper. I've missed her over the years and just tried to contact her a few weeks ago via an old email address.
I am so very, very sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful person in all respects, good and sweet and kind and smart. In my head I can hear her correcting the terrible punctuation of that last sentence...
I wish I had figured things out sooner. I would have attended her service. Bless you all.
XXOO,
Lisa
Now I see my worst fears are true. My dear, darling, sweet Mary, valued co-worker and book club friend, the bright, funny spot in so many otherwise dull bookstore days, is gone. It is almost too much to imagine.
My condolences to her family. For two years she told me stories about you all, about the garden you grew, about the pride she had for her father's service in the Marine Corps, about her brother the NJ State Trooper. I've missed her over the years and just tried to contact her a few weeks ago via an old email address.
I am so very, very sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful person in all respects, good and sweet and kind and smart. In my head I can hear her correcting the terrible punctuation of that last sentence...
I wish I had figured things out sooner. I would have attended her service. Bless you all.
XXOO,
Lisa
Message from Debbie DeBlock-Hayford
October 18, 2016 3:01 AM
I am so very sorry to hear of Mary's passing. What a great loss to so many. Our talks meant a great deal to me as did her love for Niko and Lance. I know the two of them are mourning with us all. She was a wealth of knowledge with regard to dogs and always ready to share. She was and is loved my many. Her heart was huge! So is her place in our hearts. <3
Message from The Bouchard Family in South Burlington VT
October 17, 2016 8:11 PM
We had the blessing to know Mary and Niko through dog training. Our deepest sympathy at this painful time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Pierre, Diane, Haley and Willow
Message from Jackie Mangione
October 17, 2016 7:42 PM
I too worked with Mary at Gardeners, she was a woman I admired for so many reasons. I always enjoyed her eloquence and insightful way she commanded her words. My sympathies go out to her family and friends.
A candle was lit by Jackie Mangione
on October 17, 2016 7:28 PM
Message from Sheryl Begin
October 17, 2016 6:49 PM
Niko I am so sad for your loss. Your mother loved you very much and be watching over you. I hope you are very happy in your new home and make your mom proud by showing what a smart boy you are. I always enjoyed working with you and your Mom.
A candle was lit by Sheryl Begin
on October 17, 2016 6:43 PM
Message from Sharon Ericson
October 17, 2016 6:14 PM
I knew Mary through an online poodle group. Her sense of humor, and love for animals and people alike radiated through her writings. She was a rare, brilliant gem in this world. May you be rejoicing Mary, in God's pure and Holy love.
A candle was lit by Nicole Knight
on October 17, 2016 6:01 PM
Message from Cheryl Riddle
October 17, 2016 12:44 PM
My deepest thoughts and prayers are with Niko & his family. I knew Mary through her love of Niko & standard poodles on Facebook. I am so sorry for your loss, heaven gained another angel.
A candle was lit by Joan Hejnar
on October 17, 2016 12:40 PM
Message from Jacqueline Elena & Dexter
October 17, 2016 12:33 PM
I had the pleasure of getting to know Mary over the past two years through our mutual love of standard poodles! Her Niko and my Dexter followed each other on Facebook and together made so many smile including each other. Her love of animals, and passion to share that love was inspirational! She will be desperately missed and I hope that her son Daniel, find peace in knowing just how many thousands and thousands of lives Mary touched! We will miss hearing stories of Niko's adventures and I pray that somehow Daniel can take over his Facebook account and keep Mary's and Niko's legacy going. I know I speak for the 14,000 members on the Facebook page "I Have Standards (poodles)" when I say "Safe travels Mary, we will see each other again at the rainbow bridge ."
Message from Cindy wallace
October 17, 2016 12:10 PM
I'm so sorry to hear of Mary's passing.. She was a wonderful poodle friend to many.
When I became a member on our poodle page she was the first to reach out.she will truly be missed.
Hoping her beloved Niko is living with family.
With love and sympathy to her family...Cindy Wallace
When I became a member on our poodle page she was the first to reach out.she will truly be missed.
Hoping her beloved Niko is living with family.
With love and sympathy to her family...Cindy Wallace
Message from maureen broussalian
October 17, 2016 11:06 AM
I'm posting this as I just found out that Mary passed away and I'm so saddened by the loss of her. I met her 3 years ago on Facebook at the voice of Niko Pudel hound where her poodle would communicate through all the other 1000s of poodle moms. Mary was a fan of my art and followed and communicated with me weekly. She is going to be so missed by our community. I'm so sorry for your loss. We are so sad. God rest he soul.
A candle was lit by Dana Meininger
on October 17, 2016 8:59 AM
A candle was lit by I am so sorry to hear of her passing. She will be missed.
on October 17, 2016 8:58 AM
Message from Barbara Gibson
October 17, 2016 8:43 AM
We will greatly miss Mary's FB posts through her beloved Service Dog, Niko Pudelhund. The Poodle Community will greatly miss their adventures and wise advice. Praying for her family and friends and Niko's safe keeping. Rest In Peace our Friend.
A candle was lit by Orion ~ Wispynook's Shimazo CGC THD
on October 17, 2016 8:33 AM
Message from Joan Hejnar
October 17, 2016 7:56 AM
Miss Mary and I took agility classes together when she was in Vermont. What a sweet gal and I am so glad that I got the chance to meet her and Niko. Mary, you have left a positive touch on everyone that you have met. Until we meet again.....
Message from Mira Gojmerac
October 17, 2016 6:57 AM
I am so very sorry to hear of Mary's passing. I offer her family my condolences. I met Mary while working at Gardener's Supply. She was always friendly and upbeat. Mary had a wonderful sense of humor. Her posts on Facebook being her beloved Niko were always fun and engaging. May she rest in peace.
A candle was lit by Mira Gojmerac
on October 17, 2016 6:50 AM
Message from Meg Hart-Smith
October 17, 2016 6:32 AM
I'm heartbroken to learn of Mary's passing. Working with her at Gardener's Supply was a joy. Mary's intelligence, wit and bright smile will be missed. I know she's still watching over her precious Niko.
Message from Bruce St. Amour
October 17, 2016 12:54 AM
So sorry to hear of Mary's passing. I met her as a client and did her hair for several years in the burlington area until she moved to NY. She worked at Champlain college in the bookstore when we met. A customer of mine sent her my way. I remembered she arrived with a short blonde bob and Dr. Martin boots and I liked her sense of style. I got to share a lot of conversation with her over that period of possibly 15 years and through a few colors and hairstyles. She was usually a pretty positive person and smiling and the only person I knew that actually had a pet turtle that roamed her house. I really wish her well and and a place of peace. My regards to her family during this difficult time.
A candle was lit by Carol Roth
on October 17, 2016 12:42 AM
A candle was lit by Bruce St. Amour
on October 17, 2016 12:31 AM
A candle was lit by Anne Sanger
on October 16, 2016 11:56 PM
A candle was lit by Teresa
on October 16, 2016 11:50 PM
Message from Lynne Barkley
October 16, 2016 11:42 PM
I had the pleasure of working with Mary at Gardener's Supply for several years. She was such a warm, wonderful person. I greatly admired her love of science and animals, about which we had many interesting conversations, especially about fly fishing.
After I left Gardener's, I lost contact with Mary but thought of her often.
It is with a heavy heart that I learn of her passing. She will be missed by all who have had the good fortune of knowing her. My condolences to all the family members.
After I left Gardener's, I lost contact with Mary but thought of her often.
It is with a heavy heart that I learn of her passing. She will be missed by all who have had the good fortune of knowing her. My condolences to all the family members.
Message from Rachel Goldstein
October 16, 2016 11:37 PM
Mary was so very kind and understanding of chronic illness and empowered me through her persona as her poodle Niko on Facebook. She gave such kind advice and thoughts when I was struggling and needed support regarding my need of a service animal. Though we never met in person, she left a great and loving impression. I and all her poodle friends world-wide will miss her!
A candle was lit by Lynne Barkley
on October 16, 2016 11:34 PM
A candle was lit by Rachelle Vogt
on October 16, 2016 11:26 PM
Message from Rachelle Vogt
October 16, 2016 11:26 PM
I knew Mary as Niko Pudelhund's "Mom". She was a member of a small, select standard poodle group I belong to. Niko's stories about his adventures with Mary were always entertaining. We will greatly miss Mary's humour and wonderful advice about our poodles. My sincere condolences to Mary's family. I'm sure Niko misses her very much and I hope all is well with him. ❤️❤️
Message from Cathie Proffitt
October 16, 2016 11:02 PM
Just found out today about Mary's passing. I am so sorry. I enjoyed getting to know her through Facebook. We shared a passion for nature and poodles. She was so knowlegable about so many things, and so kind in her posts to others. I feel like I lost a friend.
A candle was lit by Deb Kendall
on October 16, 2016 10:19 PM
A candle was lit by Deb Kendall
on October 16, 2016 10:06 PM
Message from Deb Kendall
October 16, 2016 9:40 PM
I am so sorry to hear about Mary's passing. I worked with her at Gardener's Supply Company for several years. I will always remember her kind spirit, compassion, and of course her spunky outlook on life. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Message from George & Valerie Ryan
October 16, 2016 9:20 PM
I met Mary working at Gardener's Supply in Burlington, Vt. I adored her as everyone did. We've missed her since her move to NY but we're great fun for Niko's creative and informative posts online. RIP sweet Mary - heaven gained another angel of the highest standard. xo
A candle was lit by Valerie Ryan
on October 16, 2016 9:15 PM
Message from Jennifer Barfield
October 16, 2016 9:00 PM
Mary and I were friends through our work with service dogs! She was an amazing woman! The world will be a little less bright!
A candle was lit by Loraine Abrams
on October 7, 2016 6:35 PM
A candle was lit by Deborah Olsen
on October 7, 2016 3:41 PM
Message from Debbie Olsen
October 7, 2016 3:40 PM
I am so sorry to hear of Mary's passing. She was such a wonderful person. Had the pleasure of training K9 Nosework with her at Highpoint k9 training. She and Nikki were an awesome team. I also had the pleasure of grooming Nikko also. She will be greatly missed.
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