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Obituaries
Sister Margaret Quirk
“In my search for happiness, I have seen your reflection in many people and events.” —Sister Margaret Quirk in a letter to God
Those who knew her well likewise saw the reflection of God in Sister Margaret Quirk — beloved sibling and aunt, loyal friend…
Sister Catherine Nichol
“Be firm, steadfast, always fully devoted to the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in vain.”
—1 Corinthians 15:58
With her heart and mind focused on serving, Sister Catherine Nichol was a person of strong determination matched by her deep compassion for persons who were poor.
Sister Dominique Long
“Through you, I am touched by the experience of God.”
—Sister Dominique
Sister Dominique Long experienced every person as a beloved child of God. …
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Sister Mary Denise Sternitzke
“Death is not putting out the light … It is turning off the lamp because the dawn has come.”
Reflective of her positive, upbeat outlook…
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Sister Madonna Fink
“I am grateful that somehow in the mystery of God’s providence, I was drawn to this Holy Ground …
to become part of the SCL Community.”
In this reflection shared on her induction into the Saint Mary College Athletic Hall of Fame…
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Sister Catherine Rose Grimm
“I will see you again, and your hearts will rejoice, and no one will take your joy away from you.”
—John 16:22
Separated by different mission assignments for several years, Sister Catherine Rose Grimm reunited with her SCL twin…
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Sister Susan Pryor
“Whatever you do, in word or in deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.”
—Colossians 3:17
Over almost 69 years as a Sister of Charity of Leavenworth, Sister Susan Pryor served faithfully in diverse ministries in the name of Jesus.
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Sister Marianna Bauder
“I have set before you life and death … Choose life …”
—Deuteronomy 30:19
Sister Marianna Bauder consistently and persistently chose life and lived life to the fullest. Despite facing many serious health challenges over the years, she possessed tremendous drive and energy. She was a beloved leader and a positive presence to those she served and with whom she served.. . .
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Sister Mary Patricia Kielty
“The poor, my lords, are who we all must be.”
—St. Vincent de Paul
In her Golden Jubilee reflection, Sister Mary Patricia Kielty referenced this quote. She also shared that learning to work with the poor in Peru and Bolivia was the most challenging, satisfying and wonderful experience that deepened her faith in God.
Sister Roberta Furey
“Christ leads us to go out from ourselves more
and more, to give ourselves and to serve others.”
Pope Francis
In this Spirit of Christ, Sister Roberta Furey gave continuously of herself — to her family, to the SCL Community, to her friends, and to the staff and many youth she cared for at Mount Saint Vincent, Denver. Generosity was her hallmark; she had love in her heart for everyone. . .
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