Nancy Follett

Nancy J. Follett, born on March 20, 1959, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on March 16, 2022 after a hard fought battle with lung cancer. She is survived by husband James, daughters Amy Kovanda (Michael), Rachel Graney (Colin), and three beloved grandchildren Samuel, Max, and Joseph. She is also survived by her sister Linda Gollin and numerous nieces and nephews. Nancy was preceded in death by her parents Sherry and Dave Gollin and her sister Susie Bartscher. Nancy was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and attended UW Madison where she met James. After graduation she was a dedicated kindergarten teacher in DeForest, WI for 30 years. Her biggest joys in life were being a loving mom and grandma. Her memory will forever be a blessing. The funeral service will be held at Cress Funeral home on Monday, March 21st at 11:00 AM at 3610 Speedway Road with visitation beginning at 10:00AM. Donations in her honor can be made to St. Jude Children's hospital and Ukraine Emergency Relief Fund through the Jewish Federation of Madison.