St. Joseph Academy in Rutland, Vermont and St. Francis de Sales School in Bennington, Vermont. We feel that if others knew us as we really are, with our hopes, dreams and struggles to be . May 22, 1932 December 20, 2021 We remember this day those who have gone before us here, who labored not for themselves alone but with a vision of creating for the future a world better than they had known. Founded in 1650 in Le Puy, France, the Congregation of St. Joseph is a group of 14,000 Roman Catholic religious sisters. Sr. Karen Lyons (2/23/2022) and Sr. Delphine Kennedy (5/17/2022). She was born Barbara Ann Becker in Erie, Pennsylvania, on October 30, 1940, Read More She was in the 76th year of her religious life. All members are encouraged to use and celebrate their gifts in their diverse paths in life. Sister Elizabeth held several positions of service in her Congregation: Director of Postulants, two terms as President, and Director of the co-member program. In addition to her Sisters in Community she is survived by several nieces and nephews. It was her thirty-six-year tenure at Spellman that served as the highlight of her ministry. Sister Judith entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of Springfield from St. Charles Borromeo Parish, Syracuse, NY in 1960. (formerly Sister Mary Richard), age 95, died Jan. 11 at Chestnut Hill Hospital, Philadelphia. Sisters of St. Joseph Mission & Ministries Foundation. degree from the College of Our Lady of the Elms, Chicopee, and an M.A. She earned a B.A. Memorial contributions may be made to the Sisters of St. Joseph, 577 Carew St., Springfield, MA 01104. She was also a member of the support staff at Mont Marie. Sister then served as an elementary teacher for 25 years at St. Thomas the Apostle School, West Springfield, Mass. There were 180,000 nuns in the United States in 1965, according to Georgetown University's Center . Catherine, along with other faculty members, became immersed in womens history. degree there in 1957. The Liturgy of Christian Burial will follow at 11:00. 01104. She served as a Consultant in Early Childhood Education for Mont Marie Child Care Center. For past death information, . A light lunch will be served to all in attendance between the wake and the funeral. During her retirement years, Sister served as a switchboard operator at Mont Marie and a member of the Mont Marie Retirement Community Support Staff. at Rivier College, Nashua, NH and an M.A. She received a Masters degree in applied science from American International College, Springfield and a Masters degree in religious education from Boston College. She was predeceased by her siblings Barbara, Robert, Wallace and Patricia. All services for Sr. John Brigid will take place in St. Joseph Chapel at Mont Marie on Friday, December 9, 2016. Please join us in prayer for these recently deceased members of our Congregation: Faithful God, grant our Sisters and Associates everlasting peace. degree from the College of Our Lady of the Elms, Chicopee, Mass. Among Sisters teaching assignments were: St. Joseph School, Cherry Valley, Our Lady of the Sacred Heart School, Springfield, Sacred Heart School, Gardner, Cathedral High School, Springfield, St. Peter Marion High School, Worcester, Holyoke Catholic High School, Holyoke, and St. Joseph High School, North Adams. degree from The College of Our Lady of the Elms, Chicopee, and did graduate study in mathematics at the University of Maryland, Western Illinois University, and the State University of New York at Oneonta. from 1993 to 1995. She was also known for riding her bicycle around the grounds of the SSJ motherhouse while dressed in her habit. She was awarded a fellowship by the French government for one year's study in Paris; she was also awarded a Fulbright travel grant by the United States government. In the Diocese of Worcester Sr. Martina taught at St. Peter High School, Worcester; St. Mary High School, Milford; and St. Mary High School, Southbridge and in the Rhode Island Diocese at Sacred Heart High School, Pawtucket. She taught at Cathedral High School, Springfield from 1959 to 1993, becoming in 2000 one of the first honorees to receive the St. Joseph Medal for her commitment to Cathedral. She was graduated from Sacred Heart Academy, Fall River and earned a B.A. Who We Are. She was a member of the retirement community at St. Joseph Residence, Mont Marie, Holyoke. St. Joseph Academy. Sister Mary Cadigan, (Joseph Mary), 79, beloved member of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Springfield, died in Springfield on June 17, 2016. Sister Elizabeth taught at Mt. Sister Roberta taught at Holy Name and Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Schools in Springfield, and served as principal of St. Mary School in Milford. In her latter years she served as Coordinator of Retirement at Mont Marie and as Community Archivist. Her poem about the one hundred one windows of the retreat center serves as evidence of her romance with language. Brother and Sister Jubilarians 2017. At her jubilee in 1978, her theme in both readings and music was, Here I am, Lord. Please enter your email address and we will send you an email with a reset password code. and Masters degrees from Manhattanville College, New York and State College of Arkansas. Entered into eternal life on 10, 2022, at the age of 85 years, celebrating 62 years of religious life in the Congregation of St. Joseph. She served as secretary in various diocesan agencies including Catholic Charities, St. Michael Cemetery Services and Open Window Bookstore. Information about former SSJ students and deceased Sisters Sister Janet DiPasquale, Executive Secretary, 716-759-6454 x230, [email protected] . Sister is predeceased by her siblings Joseph,John, Edward, Shirley and Anne. She ministered in the Appalachia Child Development Program in Lancaster, KY. Sister Geraldine was born in Oil City, PA, on July Read More, Martha Ann Rinderle, SSJ, 84, of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Northwestern Pennsylvania, died on December 9, 2022. We remember . St. Joseph Convent, Rutland and moved to Mont Marie Health Care Center in Holyoke in 2005. Memorials may be made to the Sisters of St. Joseph Mission & Ministries Foundation, 5031 West Ridge Road, Erie, PA, 16506-1249. Sr. Betty was Dean of Students and later Dean of Admissions and Financial Aid at Elms College, Chicopee. A $50 gift enables us to cover a news event in a local parish, school or Catholic institution. Sister was an Administrator at St. Bridget School, Manchester, Conn. She subsequently served in the Catholic schools of the Bridgeport Diocese as religious educator and librarian. In 1970 Sister Ann entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of Springfield from St. Paul Cathedral Parish, Worcester, Mass. Sister taught at Our Lady of the Rosary School in Holyoke, Holy Family School in Springfield and St. Marys in Milford, Mass. from Boston University and a Graduate Certificate in College Management from Harvard School of Business. Copyright 2023. She was predeceased by her eight siblings, Sr. Gertrude Brown, SSJ; Mary Clancy; and Francis, Maurice, Vincent, Stephen, Joseph and Thomas Brown. We are a congregation of Catholic sisters tracing our origins to France in 1650, who strive to share the great love of God with our dear neighbors today. Sister ministered in the Springfield Diocese at Cathedral Grammar, Our Lady of the Sacred Heart, St. Matthew and Holy Name Schools, Springfield, and St. Agnes School, Dalton. She was active in the business community of Bennington, as well. Several nieces and nephews and the Sisters of St. Joseph of Northwestern Pennsylvania survive her. degree from the College of Our Lady of the Elms, Chicopee, Mass. She also taught at Holyoke Catholic High School before becoming Principal of St. Matthew School, Indian Orchard. Sister Emily taught in the Diocese of Providence at St. Joseph School, Newport, R.I; in the Diocese of Springfield at Cathedral High School and Holyoke Catholic High School; in the Diocese of Worcester at St. Ann High School and St. Stephen High School. Please join in the church's vital mission of communications by offering a gift in whatever amount that you can a single gift of $40, $50, $100, or more, or a monthly donation. The Liturgy of Christian Burial will be held in the Mont Marie Chapel on Tuesday, June 16 at 4:30 p.m. Burial will follow in Mont Marie Cemetery, Springfield, Mass. From the Founding Community of Wichita in Japan. The image of the Good Shepherd is one of gentleness, peace and compassion. Entered into eternal life on October 5, 2022, at the age of 79 years, celebrating 52 years of religious life in the Congregation of St. Joseph. Obituaries; Action Alerts; Events; Locations. Search above to list available cemeteries. She also taught in St. Joseph High School, Conway, Arkansas, St.Peter High School, Worcester and Cathedral High School, Springfield. She became a member of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Springfield in 2001 when the two congregations merged. Entered into eternal life on February 3, 2022, at the age of 94 years, celebrating 74 years of religious life in the Congregation of St. Joseph. For over 20 years she served as a guidance counselor at Cathedral High School, Springfield and staffed the Social Studies Resource Center there. She was a spiritual director, offering private direction, programs and retreats, often in conjunction with Mercy Center at Madison, Madison, Conn. An accomplished potter, Sister Catherine was a member of Wesleyan Potters in Connecticut; she was to become President of the organization in the near future. From 1969-1988, Sister John Brigid was the Treasurer of the College of Our Lady of the Elms. She was in the 76th year of her religious life. Sister James Francis was . Sister Grace Belforti, (Edward Anna), 88, beloved member of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Springfield, died in Bethany Health Care Center, Framingham, Mass. She served at Cathedral High School, Springfield on the attendance staff and in the bookstore. Sister ministered in the schools of the Diocese of Springfield as a teacher in Our Lady of Hope, Springfield; Immaculate Conception, West Springfield; Annunciation, Florence; and St. Joseph, North Adams. We are grateful to all who . She earned an A.B. Sister Andrea graduated from Jesus Marie Academy, Fall River and entered the Sisters of St. Joseph in Fall River in 1934. She retired to St. Joseph Residence, Mont Marie, Holyoke where she served on the support staff of the Child Care Center and the Office of Peace and Justice. Sister Dorothy entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of LePuy in Fall River from St. Elizabeth Parish, Fall River in 1945 and became a member of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Springfield when the congregations merged in 1974. Sister taught at St. Thomas School, West Springfield and at Cathedral High School, Springfield for many years and was very active as a teacher in parish religious education. (Fenton) Reilley. in education and reading from Boston College. Entered into eternal life on December 12, 2022, at the age of 76 years, celebrating 57 years of religious life in the Congregation of St. Joseph. In her retirement Sister continued to offer her services in companion ministry. She spent many years in Louisiana working with students with behavior disorders before becoming a pastoral assistant at St. Patrick Church, Ferriday, LA. She also received awards from the Regional and Vermont State Poetry Contest and National Education Contest for several years in succession. lease pray for the repose of the soul of Sister Jean Jane Marie Miller, CSJ, who passed away on Saturday, January 14, 2023, at Nazareth Living Center in St. Louis, Missouri. The Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet are a congregation of Catholic sisters. Sister Eileen taught at St. Jerome High School, Holyoke, St. Peter High School, Worcester, and Sacred Heart High School, Pawtucket, RI early in her career and at Cathedral High School, Springfield from 1954-1980. Sister Geraldine was born in Oil City, PA, on July . The Sisters of Saint Joseph is a group of Roman Catholic Women religious, operating 8 ministries in the greater Rochester area. She was graduated from St. Mary High School, St. Albans, VT. She earned a B.S. degree from the College of Our Lady of the Elms, Chicopee, Mass. From the Founding Community of Nazareth. Sister Elizabeth entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of Vermont in 1954 from Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception Parish, Burlington, VT. She became a member of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Springfield in 2001 when the two Communities merged. Entered into eternal life on December 9, 2022, at the age of 86 years, celebrating 68 years of religious life in the Congregation of St. Joseph. Margaret loved all things spiritual and she was a true seeker of God. Sister Mary Fidelis ministered during her nearly 69 years of religious life in Vermont, Arizona and Florida. Sister Betty was predeceased by her siblings, Michael Joseph Sullivan, William John Sullivan, Mary Patricia (Sullivan) Courtois, and Timothy Joseph Sullivan. From the Founding Community of Tipton at Nazareth. Sister Mary Veronica Brutosky died on January 21, 2023 in Los Angeles. She later graduated from Villa Maria College, Erie, in 1947 with a bachelors degree in English and went on to earn a masters degree from Marquette University in Milwaukee, WI, in 1958. She graduated from St. Mary High School, Southbridge and earned an A.B. From the Founding Community of Nazareth. Sister Louise Thomas became a member of St. Joseph Retirement Community at Mont Marie in 2008, and more recently resided at Bethany Health Care Center in Framingham. After her retirement from school, she joined the staff of the Development Office at Mont Marie, Holyoke. Sister also served as a Police Commissioner for the city of Springfield, Mass. We commend Sister Elizabeth Ann to your prayers. The Congregation includes approximately 620 women religious who minister in 12 states and the District of Columbia. She was a faithful volunteer at the Ronald McDonald House. Burial will be in Mont Marie Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Sisters of St. Joseph, 577 Carew St., Springfield, MA 01104. Sister Teresa Shaw SSJ facilitated the assembly along with co-facilitators for Chapter 2019, Sisters Esther Anderson and Lynn Lavin, Sisters of St. Francis, Philadelphia. degree and a M.Ed. She transferred into the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth in 1974. Sister taught in the parish grammar schools at Sacred Heart, Gardner; St. Michaels Cathedral, Springfield; Immaculate Conception, Easthampton; and St. Marys, Longmeadow. #supportcatholicphilly a[href*="acceptiva"]{background: #0033ff; top:0; left:0;padding: 13px 38px; border-radius: 15px; font-weight: bold; margin: 20px auto; display: inline-block; font-family: sans-serif;letter-spacing: 0.7px; color: #FFF; border-width: 2px; border-style: solid; background-color: #0033ff;text-align: center; border-top-color: #FFF; border-left-color: #EEE; border-right-color: #AAA; border-bottom-color: #AAA; box-shadow: 1px 1px 2px #333; transition: all 0.1s;} #scppad{padding: 20px 40px; z-index: 2; position: relative;} Sister was chaplain at Mercy Medical Center in Springfield, and Franklin Medical Center in Greenfield. Her teaching positions included Holy Trinity School, Greenfield and St. Peter's School, Worcester. They trace their roots from LePuy, France (1650), arriving in Philadelphia in 1847. Arrangements entrusted to the Sampson Family Chapels. The Liturgy of Christian Burial will follow at 10:30. She also studied at University of Western Washington, Smith College and Westfield State College. BOX 476 | Convent Station, NJ 07961-0476 Janet Fleischhacker CSJ. From the Founding Community of Wichita. Sister had long expressed her desire to live past her hundredth birthday. In addition to her Sisters in Community, she is survived by her sister, Teresa Moran, SSJ of Pittsfield, MA and by her brothers Joseph Moran and James Moran, both of Worcester, MA. That joy spilled-over whenever she met someone. This year, the Diocese of Brooklyn and Queens is proud to honor 72 sisters and brothers who have collectively given 3,315 years of service to the Church and the people of God. Sister Roberta entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of Springfield from Sacred Heart Parish, Pawtucket, RI in 1945. Sister Therese Ganly, S.S.J., died Aug. 8 at St. Joseph Villa, Flourtown. Sister James Francis educated thousands of students in the Catholic tradition throughout the Erie Diocese. THE WOMEN FROM the Sisters of St. Joseph were far from the only nuns to leave in the late 1960s. Entered into eternal life on June 30, 2022, at the age of 97 years, celebrating 75 years of religious life in the Congregation of St. Joseph. Sister Dominica was predeceased by all ten of her siblings. Sister Joseph Anne's teaching assignments were at St. Mary High School, Milford, MA, where she taught modern languages, and the College of Our Lady of the Elms, Chicopee, MA, where she was a member of the Modern Language Department. . In 1993 she retired at Sr. Joseph Residence, Mont Marie. from Assumption College, Worcester. In addition to her Sisters in Community Sister Ruth is survived by several generations of loving nieces and nephews. Congregation of the Sisters of St. Joseph Office - 4975 Strickler Road Clarence, NY 14031 Tel - (716) 759-6454 Doree McGinty, Executive Assistant, x100, . Later she served as infirmarian at Mt. Being petite, it was a challenging walk during winter, and she had to lean hard into the winds whipping off Lake Erie. Use partial name search or similar name spellings to catch alternate spellings or broaden your search. She was pastoral assistant at St. Clement Church, Plaquemine, LA and later ministered in Senior Services at St. John the Evangelist Church in Plaquemine where she worked until a few months before her death. She retired in Southbridge in 1994. From the Founding Community of Nazareth. You need a Find a Grave account to continue. She was predeceased by her parents and by her brother John E. Leary. Sister had long expressed her desire to live past her hundredth birthday. degree from College of Our Lady of the Elms, Chicopee and a Masters degree in French Literature from Assumption College, Worcester. She served as director of parish religious education programs in St. Cecilia Parish, Wilbraham and in St. Patrick Parish and Nativity Parish, Chicopee. Sister Maria Edward entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of Springfield in 1937 from St. Charles Parish, Pittsfield. Many of these students went on to follow careers in research and teaching themselves. She sang in church choirs in both Rutland and Bennington. Entered into eternal life on October 7, 2022, at the age of 93 years, celebrating 71 years of religious life in the Congregation of St. Joseph. From 1971-79 she served as President of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Springfield and from 1979-1993 as President of the College of Our Lady of the Elms. Entered into eternal life on January 4, 2023, at the age of 92 years, celebrating 75 years of religious life in the Congregation of St. Joseph. Sister Marie Gill Reilley (James Daniel), 78, beloved member of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Springfield died on June 13, 2015 in the Mont Marie Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, Holyoke. from St. Michael College, Winooski, VT. This browser does not support getting your location. The Liturgy of Christian Burial will follow at 11:00 a.m. Burial will be in Mont Marie Cemetery. During her retirement, she continued to tutor students and serve in the Diocesan vocation ministry. Sister will be waked from 10:00 to 10:45 AM. Sr. James Francis attended St. Brigid elementary and St. Agatha High School in Meadville. From the Founding Community of Nazareth. In 2006, she received the Erie Deanerys Teacher Hallmark Award, and in 2007, she was honored for 60 years of service in Catholic Education and was named the Serra Clubs Outstanding Woman Religious. Entered into eternal life on October 31, 2022, at the age of 86 years, celebrating 68 years of religious life in the Congregation of St. Joseph. St. Joseph, (flourished 1st century ce, Nazareth, Galilee, region of Palestine; principal feast day March 19, Feast of St. Joseph the Worker May 1), in the New Testament, Jesus' earthly father and the Virgin Mary's husband. in 1958. Sister Roberta earned a B.A. As Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, we celebrate the lives and mourn the passing of our sisters who have recently died. She became a member of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Springfield in 2001 when the two Communities merged. Sister was predeceased by her brother Richard Gould of Adams, Mass. She served in the Diocese of Springfield at Cathedral High School, Springfield as guidance counselor and also at Catholic Charities as a counselor. We commend Sister Rita Marie to your prayers. in 1951 and became a member of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Springfield when the two congregations merged in 1974. on September 25, 2011. Sister served as Dean of Students ('63-'75), Director of Financial Aid ('75-78) and Registrar ('78-'93) at the College of Our Lady of the Elms. Sister Norma A. MacDonald, (Mildred Joseph), 92, beloved member of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Springfield, died in Mont Marie Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center on November 14, 2015. She was predeceased by her four brothers, Richard Shelvey, Patrick Edward, John Thomas and William Martin Conway; and three sisters, Catherine Teresa Sebasky, and Sisters Mary Patrick, RSM and Mary Joachim, RSM. #supportcatholicphilly{margin-top:30px;border-radius: 10px;border:1px solid #DDD; position:relative;} We're a member of The U.S. Federation of Sisters of St. Joseph. A $20 gift lets us obtain solid faith formation resources that can deepen your spirituality and knowledge of the faith. In addition to her Sisters in community, she is survived by several cousins, grandnieces and their families. Sister also taught in the GAL Adult Literacy Program in Ludlow. Sister Helene then resided at Fontbonne Convent in Milton Mass. In addition to her Sisters in community, Sister Dianne leaves to cherish her memory her dear friend Sr. Patricia Rahaim, many faithful colleagues and friends, several generations of grateful students and the caring staff at Steere House in Providence, RI. A. degree from the College of Our Lady of the Elms, Chicopee, MA. She graduated from Holy Rosary High School and earned B.A. degree from the College of Our Lady of the Elms, Chicopee, an M.A. She became a Sister of St. Joseph of Springfield in 2001 when the two Communities merged. Sr. Eileen Therese Fitchner, Motherhouse. Sister Louise Thomas entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of Springfield from St. Peter Parish, Worcester in 1947. and Sacred Heart School in Gardner, Mass. She was predeceased by her brother Albert Ritchie. We all are joined by the common bond of the faith-filled and holy life and goodness of Sister Mary Kenneth Lane, a Sister of St. Joseph for 79 full and fruitful years. Arrangements have been entrusted to Starks & Menchinger Chapel - 2650 Niles Rd., St. Joseph, MI. She also served at Montessori School of the Angels in Westport, MA. She graduated from Sacred Heart High School, Springfield and earned a BA degree from the College of Our Lady of the Elms, Chicopee. You can customize the cemeteries you volunteer for by selecting or deselecting below. Ed. Sister Doris served for 45 years as a teacher in the Mathematics Department of Cathedral High School, Springfield, MA. Sister Mary Dooley entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of Springfield, MA from St. Philip Parish, Grafton, MA. December 9, 1927 March 21, 2022: After her studies in higher education, she began her long (40 plus years) ministry at Regis College in the History Department. Her early education was in the parochial schools of Worcester and she was graduated from St. Stephen High School, Worcester. She graduated from Cathedral High School and earned a Bachelors degree from The College of Our Lady of the Elms, Chicopee. Sister James Bernard entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of Springfield from St. Mary Parish, Southbridge in 1942. Sister Roberta Maria Campbell (Margaret), 88, beloved member of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Springfield, died in Mont Marie Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center, Holyoke, MA on May 9, 2015. St. Joseph Academy, Rutland. St. Joseph Academy in Rutland. Sister Edna Naomi Maier, Sister of Notre Dame de Namur, dies at 85, Sister Elizabeth Mary Murphy, who ministered for 45 years in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, dies at 92. In 1971 she joined the Mont Marie support staff where she provided invaluable service to the Congregation. Sister Marie was scheduled to celebrate her 50th anniversary as a Sister of St. Joseph on Sept. 13 with the other members of her party. She especially cherished the time spent with them and the sense of real community that they provided. degree from the College of Our Lady of the Elms, Chicopee and an M.A. From the Founding Community of Medaille in Wichita. The Liturgy of Christian Burial will be held in the Chapel at 10:30 a.m. Burial will follow in Mont Marie Cemetery. In addition to her Sisters in community, Sr. Roberta is survived by her brothers Thomas and his wife Dianne and Francis Mulcahy and several generations of loving nieces and nephews. She also served in the Worcester Diocesan Office and as director of CCD at St. Patrick Parish, Whitinsville, Mass. January 7, 1933 - December 5, 2021. Sister entered the Sisters of St Joseph from Immaculate Conception Parish, Easthampton. She will be waked from 9:30 a.m.to 10:30 a.m. with a prayer service at 10:00 a.m. Sister Annette Marie entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of LePuy in Fall River, Mass. Entered into eternal life on March 21, 2022, at the age of 99 years, celebrating 83 years of religious life in the Congregation of St. Joseph. Upon O'Reilly's death, the house was left to the Catholic Church, whom used it to accommodate the Sisters of St. Joseph, whom worked to better the lives of, and educate, the local African-American population of St. Augustine. She spent her days making people happy. Sister Patricia Francis taught in the Diocese of Springfield at St. Mary School in Pittsfield and then taught first grade at Holy Name School in Springfield from 1947 to 1967. From the Founding Community of Nazareth. In addition to her sisters in community, she is survived by her sisters, Sr. Estelle Santarpia, SSJ, of Milford, Mass., Susan Pavao of Fall River, Mass. Sister ministered in the Diocese of Springfield at Annunciation School, Northampton, St. Mary School, Pittsfield and for most of her teaching career in Holyoke, at Sacred Heart School, St. Jerome School, Blessed Sacrament School as principal, and at Holyoke Catholic where she was Director of Performing Arts and coordinator of Community Service. Services for Sr. Patricia Francis will take place in St. Michael Cathedral on Friday, December 28, 2018. Sister taught in the following schools: St. Michael, Ocean Grove, St. Joseph, New Bedford, and Blessed Sacrament, Fall River. In 2010, Sister entered the Health Care Center where she continued her outreach ministry to others. The Sisters of St. Joseph of Fall River merged with the Sisters of St. Joseph of Springfield in 1974. July 31, 1954 February 4, 2022 on August 27, 2011. Sister Mary entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of Springfield from Our Lady Fatima Parish, Worcester in 1956. Michael was born on December 30, 1962 in Michigan City, IN to Darrell and Wanda (Wilkie) Gifford. She served as secretary at the Diocesan Religious Education Office, Springfield. Sister Thomasine Knowlton, CSJ. She earned a bachelor's degree from the College of Our Lady of the Elms, Chicopee, MA. In her retirement she resided in Bennington, continuing her warm association with former students, colleagues and friends. She taught in the schools of the Worcester Diocese at St. Stephen School, Worcester and St. Joseph School, Leicester; in the Springfield Diocese at Holy Rosary School, Holyoke and in the Providence Diocese at St. Joseph School, Newport and St. Francis School, Warwick. Sister Conway entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of Vermont in 1944 from St. Peter Parish, Rutland, Vermont. In addition to her Sisters in Community, Sister is survived by her sister Margaret Konkol and several loving nieces and nephews. The Liturgy of Christian Burial will follow at 10:00 a.m. Burial will be in Mont Marie Cemetery. She also ministered for many years in the Spanish Apostolate in Holyoke in pastoral work and religious education, as a teacher of homeless children in Falmouth and in Greenhouse Management at New Alchemy Institute, Falmouth. She was Principal of Sacred Heart School in Pittsfield. Please pray for the repose of the soul of Sister Marian Niemann, who passed away on January 1, 2023, at Nazareth Living Center in St. Louis, Missouri. Most recently, Sister Judith volunteered at Mary Mother of Hope Church. She then became Director of Religious Education at Holy Name Parish, Springfield and subsequently Consultant in Religious Education for the Diocese of Springfield. She studied at I'Institut Catholique and the Sorbonne, Paris, France. Philadelphia, PA 19103, PREVIOUS: Father John Harkins, retired pastor, dies at 81, NEXT: Sister Hildegard Grogan dies, was health care leader, Culture Project: A Q&A with Lynsey Lucas, first year missionary, St. Charles Borromeo Seminary honors Mr. and Mrs. Richard and Angela Clark at gala award dinner, Office for Black Catholics, Sisters of the Redeemer partner for retreat on racial healing, 2021-2022 Audited Financial Statements of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, Archives of The Catholic Standard and Times. She served at St. Joseph Parish, Newport, as a youth minister, religious educator and pastoral minister.
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