I was very sorry to hear of the passing of your wife.  I met her once at one of our ATI reunions and thought she was a very cheery, friendly woman.  My thoughts are with you.  Linda

We have fond memories of Mary Ann ; she was a wonderful positive person. ,from our family to yours we offer are deepest sympathy, Bob,Barb and family 

Dear Amanda, 

Unfortunately we never met your mom but do recall some of the reports of the good times you had upon returning to Connecticut from visits with her.  I know she must have been so very proud of you and your pursuit of a career in medicine.  Obviously her life endeavor made a significant impact on making you the special person you have become.  Our sincere thoughts of comfort go out to you and your family at this time of loss.

Warm wishes,
John  and Ruthann Pearson

Dr. Mary Ann was a  wonderful person full of love, kindness, hope, and humor.  A very special person in Gods eyes, too.   I know she is out of pain and waiting  in heaven for all those who loved her to Join her.

My condolences to her family.   Alson thank you for all you did for Jim when he past.

Hi Alson and family,  I am so sorry for your loss!  Mary Ann was such an efficient and interesting person.  She had so much knowledge and shared it so well.  She tolerated all the craziness at the farm over the years.  Sending you hugs and prayers.  

i  remember mary ann as the most kindest person that i know. i was very ill in icu a few years back and  she comforted me.  i will always  remember her. im so sorry to hear of  her passing.  i am sending my condolences to her family.

Mary Ann was a very special person I worked and was a friend We attended nursing functions and I learned so much from her prayers and many fond memories thankfully

To the Caswell family: I am so sorry to hear of your loss.  You will always remember the good times and she  will always be in your heart? 

Dr. Caswell was one of my professors in the RN program, at SUNY Canton, from 2006-2008. Although she may not have ever known, she was very influential in my success in the program, and in my nursing career.  She was firm, but fair. Now, as a nursing instructor myself, I have adopted that as my motto. I am just 1 of hundreds of students she inspired. Because of her, there are numerous nurses carrying on her legacy. She will be greatly missed. I feel fortunate to have known her.  I pray her family finds peace during this difficult time. 

My best,
Sara Mosca

My heartfelt condolences to Alson and the whole family. I always have enjoyed visiting with them when they returned to visit her mom (my favorite neighbor) here  in Indiana. We spent a lot of time talking over the fence the summer when she was taking class at Purdue, and I was always amazed at her energy. In addition to her PhD studies, she was out tackling the yard & garden with her mom, and still had the energy to take on a large number of yard and garage sales, thrift shop hunting, and antiquing, finding the perfect treasure.  When we last visited a few months ago, she was most fittingly with her mom and sisters  among tables full of yard sale treasures set up  in her moms driveway - laughing, joking, wheeling & dealing.  I never met someone who could pack a car to the absolute brim with all the treasures she had found, many of them bound for her children and grand children. When I said goodbye to her that last trip, we stood chatting at the open trunk lid while she debated if she could rearrange things to squeeze one more treasure in the trunk before the trek back home ( I believe she did!) This is how I will always remember her, that big smile and laugh, a big hug goodbye, taking life head on, with a love for her family and friends.  

So sorry  to hear of Mary Ann's passing.  Alson and Mary Ann were our neighbors in Heuvelton.  We had many good times with them during our Cub Scouting years.  She will be missed by all but the memories will last forever.   

To Mary Ann's family, & friends, my deepest sympathy.  I always admired Mary Ann's kindness, integrity and skill that she gave to her patients and co-workers at Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center.  She was a one of a kind and will be missed, but she blessed so many in her lifetime and the world is a better place because of Mary Ann.   

Alson and family.. I am so sorry to read about Mary Ann!! My prayers are with you and the family!! I loved talking to her when she came in for cleanings  at Dr/ Reed's and Dr. Acres office.... She will be missed  by many who loved her!!! Gina Cross 

Oh no Dr. Caswell 😢😢😢!May her sweet soul rest in peace🙏🌹. Her knowledge of the cardiovascular   system earned her the respect from all. She was passionate about teaching  the cardiac Rhythms and wished all her students would be cardiac nurses after graduation!! May the Lord grant her family the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss. So long Dr. Caswell and thank you for being a blessing to so many, including me. ❤🙏🌹🌹🌹

Amanda
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family
Micki and Jane

Alson and Family:  We are so sorry for your loss of Mary Ann. Keep your cherished memories in your hearts and she will always be with you.
Love,
Stan & Susanne (Bessette) Smith

Allson and Family, Sending Heartfelt Sympathy to you and your family. It has been a long time since I last saw you in the Snack Bar at SLU but I have fond memories of you all. God Bless you all. Prayers to you and your family. Dottie Fletcher

Mrs. Caswell was one of my professors. She took her position educating us future nurses very seriously. I remember her staying late to review a subject with me in her office. She was on Mark! SUNY Canton was lucky to have her as were her students! RIP Maryann! 

I am so saddened to hear of Dr. Caswel's passing. She was an amazing person, a great teacher and a friend. I will always remember her at my pinning. She pinned me at our graduation. I wish we could talk. I would tell her what an impact she has on my nursing career! 

Alson  and Family, I am so saddened  by the news of Mary Ann's passing. Please accept my deepest condolences . A great person gone to soon, she was an exceptional Nurse and one of the smartest I worked with. She strived to be the best and she accomplished that. RIP Mary Ann

My sincerest condolences to family and friends of Mary Ann Caswell. I was one of her nursing students and coworker at CHMC for many years. She was one of the most respected and well-loved women I knew. She made the world a better and safer place through her teachings and guidance of the next generation of nurses and the world was a better place because she was in it.  

Sorry to hear of Maryann's passing-she was a very special person to all who knew and worked with her.There was never a time I didn't see Maryann smile.I am honored to have known her.


My condolences to the family.  I enjoyed getting to know Mary Ann during the time we both worked at SUNY Canton.  She was a dedicated nurse and loving wife, mother. and grandmother.

My condolences Alson and family. 
I enjoyed working with "MAC" for many years.  
Prayers for her and for each of you.  
May she Rest In Peace.

Mrs. Caswell will forever be credited for the successful nursing career of our daughter Cierra Wells-Spearance.  Cierra was struggling with the NCLEX exam and needed the confidence to succeed.  She sought out Mary Ann because she knew that she would be both willing and so capable of setting her straight.  After a few review session at Mary Ann's home, Cierra was filled with confidence and ready to succeed.  Without educators like Mrs. Caswell many, many, of the nursing students would have given up.  She touched our daughters soul in so many ways, but most importantly, she touched her heart! 
Her legacy will live on in those students who were fortunate enough to have spent time in her presence.
Wishing her entire family Peace!
With heartfelt sympathy and appreciation,
Cierra (Spearance) Wells
 Scott, Ann and Britney Wells 

Alson and Family...I am so sorry to hear of MaryAnn's passing.  She was a wonderful coworker and a fabulous person.  I will cherish all the memories especially the afternoon rides in the pontoon  boat.  May all your memories help you through this very difficult time.   Vicky.

Mary Ann was a wonderful, kind, loving, caring person and a top notch nurse and professional. Her and Alson were Scout leaders for my sons troops at times throughout the years. They were fun loving and always had time to help and inspire others.  Mary Ann will be missed by many! Sending thoughts and prayers to all of her family.

What a great RN and person.I worked for many years with Mary Ann at CHMC.She was always willing to share her knowledge and willing help when needed.I remember when we went to the New York State Nurses Convention in Albany and she keep a guinea pig in the tub.I will miss your smile and laughter.RIP my friend .

So sad to see this! I spent many hours with Mary Ann and Alson throughout the years of working with Mary Ann's mentor and friend ,Betty P.  They were quite the power couple but she was an incredible person on her own. She will be missed for miles!!! ♡♡♡.
You, Mary Ann and little Miss Betty better stay out of trouble! But I send my love with you for the both of you!♡

My most sincere condolences to the family. You will be missed very much Mary Ann by your Tues. crafts group.  Your smile said ,it all.  Yes you are gone much too soon, and nobody is ready to let you go.  Eternal rest grant unto you and may your soul rest in peace.  



Very sad to hear of the passing of Mrs. Caswell! I am so appreciative to have had the chance to have her guide me into who I am today. She was by far one of the best and most knowledgeable nursing instructors I have ever had. She always pushed us knowing we could do it. May you Rest In Peace!  ❤️ You have touched many!! 


Dear Allison and families, So sorry for the loss of Mary Ann.   A wonderful mother, nurse and friend.  She will always be missed by many.  With Sympathy,  Mike and Maryhelen Peebles

Al.joe George nancy and rest of the family. I was so saddened to hear that  your mom is gone. Your mom always had a sweet smile very time  that I saw her though the years . May you keep all your loving memories  close to your heart and she will always be with you . My  prayers are with your dad and rest of the brothers and sisters and grandchildren.   Dawna (teer)larue 

Grandma was very nice, kind, sweet, and caring. We sometimes had a tea party together and we always had fun. 

Grandma got to  pet a Canadian Lynx  when she visited.

I love you, Grandma.  


                                             


Alson and family, sorry for your loss. Shared many transports  with Mary Ann and Alson. Always treated me as an equal and always ready to share her knowledge and experience. Most important thing she taught me was patience. No matter what went wrong, take one deep breath and then fix it.  Knew the best places to eat at any hour.  
She always asked about my family and work. Will be missed by many. 

Met Mary Ann when we worked at  Hepburn- she was so caring to everyone. She put so much love into her family  , profession, and service to others. I am so sorry for her family's loss. It was a privilege to have known her.
With love and sympathy, Rose and Kim Demers


Mrs. Caswell was one of the most effective, influential, and intelligent instructors I had at SUNY Canton. She was stern, but fair and I respected her so much for that. I was young and scared thru nursing school and she helped develop me into the strong, confident RN I am today. I will never forget her and what she taught me. I still remember her standing beside me in clinical while I gave my very first IV push med and not saying a word. When I was done, she smiled and told me what a great job I did. I shook the whole time, but she just stood there with so much patience as I gave that med so much slower than I needed to. It meant so much to me and I will never forget that day. She was my favorite instructor and she taught my favorite, most meaningful clinical. She was an asset to her field and a huge influence in developing skills in young adults like myself. RIP Mrs. Caswell My thoughts are with your family at this time.

Mary Ann was one of the best nurses I ever worked with. Not only did she have the knowledge but was able to pass it on to others. 

I'm just so saddened. What a beautiful,  loving, highly intelligent woman.  When, I 1st met Mary Anne, she was mentoring a clinical rotation I was in, through SUNY Canton. 
She was so highly intelligent! Such an asset, in my nursing career.
We, as one of her clinical group, were actually invited to her home in Heuvelton, to anxiously await the grade, she'd given us. I just feel so badly, that she's left for another realm, but I know in my heart, that she's left such a precious imprint on her dearly, loved family, & colleagues.
Fly high Mrs. Caswell! We still love you!

Mary Ann was an amazing nurse and friend. I had the privilege of working with her in ICU. She taught me so much. We also gave our first lab to her, Misty.  She and the family took such good care of her and I am forever grateful. Rest in peace.  

For Alson & Family: Working side by side with Mary Ann as SUNY Canton nursing faculty for several years was an honor and a joy. An incredible nurse, teacher, and friend- she always was ready to help with a matching ready smile. My thoughts are with all of you as you share the sadness of her loss but I am glad I have memories of how much Mary Ann enriched all our lives...
Barb Gilbert

Nancy, Patty and Family
I was privileged to be Mary Ann’s DNP Chair at Purdue. I enjoyed working with her and loved her delight in her project outcomes.  She was a blessing to all of us but especially her family. May the Peace Of the Lord be with you all. 

I worked with Mary Ann in the ICU in the 80's and 90's.  I moved away in 2004 but returned for summer vacations. She and Alson visited me where I was staying, I saw the new house. We had lunch. I looked forward to her annual Christmas card with the endearing poem full of fractured meter and tortured rhyme -a labor of love.

Many will rightly pay her tribute as a role model and mentor. There is no doubt she was a foremother to a generation of nurses at Claxton Hepburn and beyond.  Her clinical opinions mattered, not just to her nurse colleagues, but to the physicians she collaborated with. I trusted her implicitly.

I'm happy to think Mary Ann reached her educational and academic goals. Despite her achievements, she never thought she was superior to those with less education, and she consulted with nurse colleagues on a regular basis. When she was writing papers required by her PhD program,  I had the privilege of serving as a reviewer, despite my lesser qualifications.

This great lady was an advocate for her profession. She promoted evidence-based care, and a quality improvement,  introduced by her & a colleague to the ICU, resulted in kudos during a Joint Commission survey.  She kept her eye on political developments that affected Nursing, and was active in the New York State Nurses Association at a local & state level. She provided crucial assistance to me when I faced a legal challenge related to nursing standards of practice. 

Miss Mary Ann often spoke of Alson, the children and the animals. I don't know where she got the energy for everything she did with, and for, them. She was always looking to bring in a little more income with overtime or transports. On a transport, nurses could order a meal and be reimbursed, so she would get dessert, but bring it home for the family.  I always got a chuckle out of that.

It makes me kind of mad that my friend didn't get more time on God's green Earth. But hers was a life well-lived, and I wish you all peace of mind.

George, Patty and Family,
I am so very sorry for your loss.  She was a wonderful lady and will be greatly missed at your many family and friends gatherings.  There are so many good times to remember. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Sue F.

To Alson and family,  My deepest sympthy. I have many years of memories working along side of Mary Ann in the ICU, private duty and  in transports  Nursing is complex and ever changing. Not everyone can be a nurse.   We  are there  to save and improve lives, advocate  and support.  Being a nurse means treating your patients with respect, kindness, dignity and compassion.  Mary Ann was truly  all of these and more. She will be missed but never forgotten. She touched so many lives.  

RIP Mary Ann,You are gone too soon. You will be remembered by the many Nurses you helped developed,and the many people that loved and cared for you.


What a wonderful person and friend. Without a doubt,one of the most outstanding nurses that I ever had the privilege of working with. She was tough as nails but had an extremely big heart.  My condolences to the family. 

I only knew Mary Ann for a short time as a member of Silver Threads and Golden Needles as a fellow crocheter.    She was a great person who adored her family.  I am so sorry for your loss.  

Great friends are hard to find
Difficult to leave 
And impossible to forget


To Dr. Casswell’s family and friends, I wish to extend my deepest condolences. Dr. Caswell was a wonderful nurse and teacher. She encouraged her students to work to their best abilities and knew how to push us to become better nurses. SUNY Canton was lucky to have her on their team for so many years. God bless you all during this time. 

Our thoughts and prayers to everyone.  Words cannot express what a brilliant woman she was.  Worked with her at Canton Potsdam Hospital.  To Alson & family... May the Lord bless & comfort you.  Rest In Peace Mary Ann.  

MaryAnn impacted every life she touched. Her values continue to be emulated in every nurse she mentored.  My heartfelt condolences to her family. 

I am sad to hear Mary Ann passed away.  My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.

There is so much I could say about this incredible "lady", a friend, a mom, wife, teacher, mentor, angel.  I will always remember working with her, she was kind, intelligent and funny.  My prayers go to the family.  We will miss you Mary Ann Caswell.

To Mary Ann's family, I'm very sorry for your loss. Mary Ann was a credit to her profession. She was an encouraging person and willing to help staff succeed. She will be missed, greatly! Rest in peace, Mary Ann!
 

Alison and family, I am so sorry for your loss of Mary Ann. She was a wonderful dedicated wife, mother and nurse.

I’m. So sad to hear of Mary Ann’s passing.She was one of the best nurses and had a kind and caring heart. To her family my thoughts and prayers are with you.

This truly breaks my heart. Mrs. Caswell was the reason I passed nursing school. She taught me more in a semester than I learned within the whole program. She was an amazing person and teacher and will be missed. God speed. 

I’m saddened to hear the news of Mary Ann’s passing. She was a wonderful woman, so kind and helpful. RIP Mary Ann. My thoughts and prayers for her family. 

I am so saddened to learn of Dr. Caswell’s passing. She had such an impact on who I am as a nurse. She could be tough as nails, but so kind and compassionate at the same time; a balance you don’t fully appreciate until you’ve been a nurse for a little while. The North Country was so lucky to have had her educate a generation of nurses. Rest peacefully Doc 💗

She was an incredible woman, always there for her children. The entire Caswell family is in our thoughts and prayers.  -Josh and Jenn

So sorry to hear of the passing of Mary Ann!! She was a wonderful nurse and a wonderful person to work with!! One of a kind!! Thoughts and prayers to the family at this difficult time!! 

I’m so very saddened so hear this news. Pat Kelly, I join you in agreement, Mary Ann was a most remarkable woman! Truly a warrior in our field of nursing. I send my heartfelt sympathy to all of the family. Mary Ann will surely be missed. 

What an amazing woman! a grand teacher, inspiring friend, devoted mother and wife. she touched so many lives and she will be so so missed.  my heart and my prayers and my love go out to you,Alson and to all the kids and the grandkids.

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Mary Ann Caswell

8 June, 1949 – 11 November, 2018

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