Rev. Roland F. Follmann, OSA, 92, died on January 3.
After graduating from Villanova University, he professed vows in the Augustinian Order in 1952 and was ordained June 8, 1960, at Notre Dame University. He dedicated nearly 60 years serving in secondary education (Mendel Catholic, Chicago; St. Rita, Chicago; Austin Catholic, Detroit; Carmel High School for Girls, Mundelein, IL; Cascia Hall, Tulsa; Gerard Catholic, Phoenix; Providence Catholic, New Lenox, IL). He is remembered for his strong work ethic and his love of crossword puzzles, the Wall Street Journal, and a good pint of Guinness or German beer.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Mathias and Barbara (Roemer) Follmann; and by his brothers, Rudolf and Erich Follmann.
He is survived by his brother, Reinhard (Rosalie) Follmann; his niece, Erika (Scott) Ambourn; his nephews, Mark (Karen), Kristopher, and Derek Follmann; and several grand-nieces and nephews.
Memorial Mass is on Saturday, Jan. 17, at 11 a.m. at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 305 Main St, Kewaskum, WI 53040, followed by burial at St. Michael Cemetery, 8883 Forest View Rd, Kewaskum, WI 53040.
In lieu of flowers, memorials to Augustinians, 10161 S. Longwood Dr., Chicago, IL 60643, to support care of elderly friars and seminary formation of young friars appreciated. Arrangements have been entrusted to Curley Funeral Home, Chicago Ridge. For funeral info: 708-422-2700, or www.curleyfuneralhome.com.
