In Memoriam
In Memoriam: Sister Catherine Smith, SC
In her busy life, there was always time for family and friends, former students, colleagues, and, in these later years, nursing staff, aides, and other Cabrini residents. Sister Catherine Smith (Sister Miriam Magdalen) was born January 3, 1919, in Manhattan, one...
In Memoriam: Sister Frances Devine, SC
Her depth of spirituality was a gift she lovingly shared with those with whom she worked and lived. Sister Frances Devine (Sister James Marie) was born August 4, 1918, in Manhattan, one of three daughters and three sons of James and Julia Sullivan Devine. Frances...
In Memoriam: Sister Constance Brennan, SC
Students will remember her ability to make learning fun because she found teaching fun, and friends will remember the joy she brought to every gathering. Sister Constance Brennan (Sister Mary Josita) was born July 20, 1936, in Brooklyn, New York, the only child of...
In Memoriam: Sister Ellen M. Dunne, SC
She considered herself blessed to be a Catholic educator of the young, especially in preparing them for the sacraments of First Penance and First Eucharist. The Funeral Mass for Sr. Ellen Dunne was streamed from St. Margaret of Cortona Church on September 25. The...
In Memoriam: Sister Anne Miriam Connellan, SC
She held high standards for her students, helping them achieve excellence in their work. Students will remember her for her kindness, generosity and dedication. The Mass of Christian Burial for Sr. Anne Miriam Connellan was streamed from St. Margaret of Cortona Church...
In Memoriam: Sister Kathleen McKiernan, SC
A lively wit and a warm personality together with a quiet sense of determination enabled Sister Kathleen to excel in professional and personal relationships. Sister Kathleen McKiernan (Sister Dolores Elizabeth) was born February 8, 1934, in Manhattan, one of seven...
In Memoriam: Sister Mary Christine Rogers, SC
Saint Agatha became “home” for hundreds of young women and men because of Sister Christine’s presence, support and unconditional love… Sister Mary Christine Rogers (Verna Mary) was born May 30, 1930, in the Bronx, one of four children, one daughter and three sons, of...
In Memoriam: Sister Grace Anne Troisi, SC
Sister Grace touched and changed the lives of thousands by her presence, support and work. Sister Grace Anne was born July 2, 1926, in Mount Vernon, New York, one of five children —three daughters and two sons— of James and Alfonsina Farinari Troisi. Grace attended...
In Memoriam: Sister Angela Marie Rooney, SC
When she moved to Assisted Living at age 97, Sister Angela found another ministry — to spread joy among the residents. Sister Angela Marie Rooney (Catherine) was born February 22, 1917, in Manhattan. She was one of three children, two daughters and one son, of...
In Memoriam: Sister Clare Regan, SC
As a good listener, compassionate with those caught in life’s struggles, she became a role model for the hundreds of students fortunate to know her. Sister Clare Regan (Sister Grace Matthew) was born August 24, 1926, in Jersey City, New Jersey, one of four daughters...