“The atmosphere was electric as our talented performer, Mary Franz, AKA Make It Mary, took the stage and brought the magic of live music to life. From classic hits to toe-tapping tunes, they had everyone singing, swaying, and even dancing in their seats!
The joy and happiness on the faces of our residents were priceless”
Rose Litke Southview Acres
“The Music Was So Sweet
Thank you Mary Franz for sharing your wonderful voice and guitar playing with us. We had a packed house for the musical afternoon.”
Here is a letter from a residents of a place Mary recently played.
Dear Mary,
In Matters of the heart it is love that counts the most. My chief angelhubby Roger, of 46 years of marriage, stood by me through thick and thin. I heard your songs that brought me back the early years of our marriage and started crying quietly and had to get up and walk away, sat in the next room then listening to your lovely voice, for you have magic in your guitar playing and voice. I thank you for being one more pocket of love for me after the tragic loss of Roger May 1,2015. Bless you and thank you for coming to Brookdale, for indeed, you are one of God's angels in the joy your bring.
“Mary is a very talented musician. She has been delighting our residents for years with her rich and beautiful voice as well as her guitar playing. She has an expansive musical selection for a wide variety of occasions. She continually strives to provide the best musical experience for all who are fortunate to be entertained by her.”
“We want to thank you so much!! You were wonderful! I could see how the residents loved you! May you come again!!”
“Thank you for the fabulous Entertainment last night with Songs if the Heart. Everyone enjoyed it immensely. Even our 98 year old gal spoke up afterwards stating she really enjoyed your show. Thank You!”
“Mary is generous and compassionate. She is greatly talented and many people have enjoyed her music and smile. Mary can personalize her music to an individual and she can engage a large group as well. Mary brings her talents, knowledge and caring to everyone.”
“I just wanted to Thank You again for performing for us here at Valley Ridge yesterday. The residents are still talking about your performance, they really enjoyed it. I had two voicemails from one resident telling me how much fun she had at the music! Your music and talents are a gift. Thank you for sharing it with us.”
“Mary was well received by both adults and children. We felt she did a terrific job of entertaining but also including the children in the performance. She has a lovely voice and is a wonderful person to work with. She is very kind, considerate and observant. ”
“Mary Franz is great!! She has been in charge of the music program for Vacation Bible School for many years. The reasons that she is great are many: she is a very talented musician (singing and guitar playing), dedicated, outgoing and enthusiastic (she always has a smile and does all the moves), loving (the children love her because she loves and respects them). Most of all she loves what she does, it shows in everything she does.”
updated 8/7/2024