In Memoriam 2014
In Memoriam: Sister Miriam Thomas Collins, SC
"Sister Thomas' jovial kindness and compassion made her beloved by all the people in the South Bronx. She was widely known as the 'Bronx Bombshell,' because of her energy and exuberance." Sister Miriam Thomas, who also called herself Sister Trude because...
In Memoriam: Sister Immaculata Burke, SC
"Sister Immaculata had the heart of a true daughter of Elizabeth Seton, the soul of a missionary, the skill of a healer, the compassion of one who walked the way of charity..." Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton once characterized herself as a “citizen of the...
In Memoriam: Sister Martha Cummings, SC
"Sister Martha was a kind and compassionate teacher and nurse. Her students enjoyed her sense of humor and her quick wit...." Sister Martha Cummings (Sister James Carmita) was born May 9, 1937 in New York City. She was one of two daughters of Harry and...
In Memoriam: Sister Constance Horan, SC
"Sister Constance was a faithful and innovative educator....Her students praised her for quiet expertise, understanding and encouragement." Sister Constance Horan (Sister Constance Marie) was born on May 17, 1913 in New York City, the eldest of three...
In Memoriam: Sister Claire Marian Barton, SC
"Her dedicated service to patients, their families and staff have been an inspiration for us all." Sister Claire Marian Barton (Helene) was born on September 12, 1925 in New Dorp, Staten Island, one of three children born to Samuel and Helen Cole Barton....