Entered into eternal life on May 21, 2022, at the age of 73 years, celebrating 33 years of religious life in the Congregation of St. Joseph. In 2004 she received the Points of Light Award from President George W. Bush for her devoted volunteerism and in 2006 she was honored by Holy Name Parish for her many years of dedicated service. Sisters of Saint Joseph of the Sacred Heart (1872 - ) - Find And Connect They loved you greatly in this life. In addition to her Sisters in community she is survived by her sisters, Sr. Maureen Broughan, SSJ of Holyoke and Mary Winchell of Glen Ridge, NJ; by her brothers John W. Broughan of Newport, RI and William Broughan of Greenbrae, CA; and by six nieces and nephews and six grandnieces and nephew. 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. She taught at numerous schools in Erie, including St. Peter Cathedral, Holy Rosary, St. Andrew, and Villa Maria Elementary schools; Villa Maria Academy and Cathedral Prep High schools; and St. Mark Seminary. Services for Sr. Mary Beatrice will be held on Tuesday, December 29, 2020 with burial at 9:00 a.m. at Mont Marie Cemetery in Holyoke, Mass. She was Principal of Sacred Heart School in Pittsfield. Rose Ann Howard, SCN, 85, was born in Waverly, Kentucky, on June 3, 1936. We commend Sister Rosalie to your prayers. In addition to her Sisters in Community, she is survived by her sisters, Mary McCarthy of Portsmouth, RI, Barbara Murphy of Worcester, MA and Patricia Calhoun of Hollywood, FL and by several nieces and nephews. 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. St. Joseph Academy, Rutland, and earned her B.S. The interment will be at Calvary Cemetery. Many of these students went on to follow careers in research and teaching themselves. She also pursued further studies in mathematics at Boston College, Fordham University, University of Massachusetts and Purdue University. Sister Loretta entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of Springfield from St. Thomas Parish, South Barre in 1948. From the Founding Community of Nazareth. From the Founding Community of Wichita. In 2001 she retired to St. Joseph Residence, Mont Marie, Holyoke where she served on the support staff in various positions. In 1980 she became a Nurses Aide and worked in Liberty Nursing Home and Providence Home in Southbridge. St. Joseph, Rutland; Brandon Training School and College of St. Joseph the Provider, where she served on the library staff. in 1947. in special education from Fitchburg State College where she was the recipient of the Joseph P. Kennedy Scholarship. She spent her days making people happy. Check out an array of spirituality resources. degree from the College of Our Lady of the Elms, Chicopee, Mass. Sister ministered in the Diocese of Burlington as a teacher at St. Peter and at Christ the King Schools in Rutland; St. Mary School, Fair Haven and at St. Michael's School, Brattleboro where she served as teacher and as principal. There is a problem with your email/password. For past death information, . #supportcatholicphilly{margin-top:30px;border-radius: 10px;border:1px solid #DDD; position:relative;} She was 97. After her retirement from school, she joined the staff of the Development Office at Mont Marie, Holyoke. Born in Springfield, Mass. degrees from the College of Our Lady of the Elms, Chicopee. She earned a B.A. Love of God is at the heart of our charism. Sister Mary Veronica Brutosky died on January 21, 2023 in Los Angeles. Emmaus Room This large room was a gym, first for boys from St. Aloysius Academy, housed at Mount St. Joseph (1890-1906), then for the girls of Mt. Born in St. Albans, VT she was the daughter of William and Frances (Frost) Blackburn. We commend Sister Mary Josephine to your prayers. She was a Clinical Instructor at the College of Our Lady of the Elms. Arrangements entrusted to the Sampson Family Chapels. Sister joined St. Joseph Residence at Mont Marie in 1992 where she was the coordinator of the Retirement and Formation libraries. Sister taught at Bishop Feehan High School in Attleboro, Mass., and taught and served as Dean of Students at Bishop Keough High School in Pawtucket, RI. Death year must be in the past. If you notice a problem with the translation, please send a message to [emailprotected] and include a link to the page and details about the problem. She gave it away, to God and others, unconditionally. The monthly More Update shares the ongoings of CSJ & Sponsored Ministries. #scppad{padding: 20px 40px; z-index: 2; position: relative;} A wake . January 7, 1933 December 5, 2021 Michael was preceded in death by parents Betty Faye Dyer and Jaye Floyd . In addition to her sisters in community, she is survived by several nieces and nephews. Obituaries | Diocese of Portland Sister entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of Springfield from Sacred Heart Parish, Worcester. Sister was chaplain at Mercy Medical Center in Springfield, and Franklin Medical Center in Greenfield. She served the Diocese of Providence for many years at St. Lucy School, Middletown, and St. Joseph School, Newport and ministered among the people of St. Thomas Parish, Providence for 37 years, from 1976 until her retirement in 2013. in 1941. In 1992 she founded CityArts for Youth, Providence and co-founded the Institute for the Study and Practice of Nonviolence in 2001. All services for Sr. Maria Bernadette will take place in St. Joseph Chapel at Mont Marie on February 9, 2017. Sister was a faculty member in the Biology Department at The College of Our Lady of the Elms for her entire teaching career. degrees from the College of Our Lady of the Elms, Chicopee, Mass. #scppad{padding: 20px 40px; z-index: 2; position: relative;} Sister Elizabeth held several positions of service in her Congregation: Director of Postulants, two terms as President, and Director of the co-member program. Please click on the links to view pictures and obituaries (where available). ALBANY, N.Y. (CNS) -- As Covid-19 cases and deaths continue to rise in the United States, the pandemic has taken a terrible toll on the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in Latham. After successfully completing the Certified Nursing Assistant Training Program, Sister served at Mont Marie Health Care Center. Burial will be in Mont Marie Cemetery in Holyoke, Mass. Sister Roberta entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of Springfield from Sacred Heart Parish, Pawtucket, RI in 1945. What a gift and blessing she was and is to us: Sisters of St. Joseph; her family; her many friends; her Church; and this fragile world. In Memoriam Sisters of St. Joseph of Boston Flourtown, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, USA, Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania, USA, Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania, USA, Drag images here or select from your computer, Oops, we were unable to send the email. From the Founding Community of Nazareth. Sister Therese ministered in the Dioceses Allentown, Clearwater and Trenton, and the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. Sr. Arlene Kalin SSJ Framingham - Sister Arlene Kalin (Walter Madeline), 84, beloved member of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Springfield, died in Framingham, MA on February 22, 2023. We commend Sister Delphine to your prayers. Sister Richard Maria Allen (Beatrice M. Allen), 89, beloved member of the Sisters of St. Joseph for 70 years, died at Mont Marie Health Care Center in Holyoke, Mass. June 15, 2017. She also studied debate coaching at Marquette University. HAMBURG The Franciscan Sisters of St. Joseph celebrated the 60th and 65th anniversaries of A native of Easthampton, Mass., she was the daughter of Edward and Margaret (Bradley) McGrath. Sister Ellen Therese entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of Vermont in 1938 from St. Charles Parish, Bellows Falls, VT. She became a Sister of St. Joseph of Springfield in 2001 when the two communities merged. Sister Anne Lorraine Mahlmeister, CSJ died in Los Angeles, California on January 26, 2023. Sister was graduated from the Academy of the Sacred Heart, Worcester. In addition, she taught at Villa Maria College and Gannon University. She was predeceased by her brothers Richard and Francis Dooley. at Rivier College, Nashua, NH and an M.A. and a masters degree in social work from Fordham University, Bronx, NY. #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;} degree from the College of St. Joseph the Provider in Rutland, Vermont. She held various staff positions at Mont Marie, Holyoke including assistant director of the Conference Center and director of Companion Ministry. All members are encouraged to use and celebrate their gifts in their diverse paths in life. In 2005, Sr. Bette began her ministry at East Catholic High School, Manchester Conn. serving for two years as interim principal and until very recently as coordinator of the school's mentoring program. Sister Sally Dougherty, S.S.J., dies at 95 - Catholic Philly Sr. Arlene Kalin SSJ Obituary (1938 - 2023) - Framingham, MA - Legacy She graduated from Novitiate High, Fall River, earned a Bachelors degree from Regis College, Weston, Mass. Sister also served as a Police Commissioner for the city of Springfield, Mass. from Assumption College, Worcester. Potholes Being Fixed On 14 Philadelphia Roads Next Week: PennDOT, Philly Man Convicted In Murder-For-Hire Plot: Federal Authorities, Kenney's Last Budget + Shots Fired At Police + Liquidation At QVC, Temple Faculty Union Plans To Discuss "No Confidence" Vote On President Wingard, Philadelphia Police: Man Turns The Tables On Attempted Robbers, Man's Body Found Behind Free Library Of Philadelphia In Logan, PA Judge Orders Halt To Gov. She was on the staff of the College of Our Lady of the Elms' Alumnae Library from 1979-2002; continuing as a volunteer after her retirement. By your donation in any amount, you and hundreds of other people become part of our mission to inform, form in the Catholic faith and inspire the thousands of readers who visit every month. She entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of Springfield from St. Ann Parish, Worcester in 1941. James Francis Mulligan, SSJ, age 97, of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Northwestern Pennsylvania, died on February 26, 2023. January 7, 1933 - December 5, 2021. 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. Sister Betty was predeceased by her siblings, Michael Joseph Sullivan, William John Sullivan, Mary Patricia (Sullivan) Courtois, and Timothy Joseph Sullivan. 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. From the Founding Community of Medaille in Wichita. "As a teacher of theology, she played an immeasurable role in her students faith formation. This account has been disabled. She also served on the staff of the Mission Office of the Sisters of Providence, Holyoke. Sister Marion entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of Springfield in 1936 from St. Jerome Parish, Holyoke. May 22, 1932 December 20, 2021 Sister Dominica entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of Vermont from St. Peters Parish, North Walpole, N.H. She was educated in the North Walpole schools. These included records of the various orphanages, homes and other residences run by the Sisters of St . From the Founding Community of Wheeling. For many years she was the Director of the Medical Technology Program. There was a quiet joy deep in her being! As a Sister of Saint Joseph, Sister Frances Antoinette devoted her life in whole-hearted, compassionate love and service to others. degree from Catholic University of America, Washington, DC. Deceased Sisters - Archives She was graduated from St. Jerome High School, Holyoke and earned a B.A. Sister James Francis was . Her light shined on all with whom she came in contact. She also served at Jericho in Holyoke, Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Springfield and The Open Window, Chicopee. Sister entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of Springfield from St. Peter Parish, Worcester in 1940. Resend Activation Email, Please check the I'm not a robot checkbox, If you want to be a Photo Volunteer you must enter a ZIP Code or select your location on the map. Services for Sr. Judith will take place at Mary Mother of Hope Church, 840 Page Blvd, in Springfield on Wednesday, May 2, 2018. She completed her business training at Chicago University Extension. cemeteries found in will be saved to your photo volunteer list. Entered into eternal life on May 27, 2022, at the age of 89 years, celebrating 72 years of religious life in the Congregation of St. Joseph. She earned a B.A. From the Founding Community of Wichita in Japan. 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. We have set your language to The Liturgy of Christian Burial will follow at 11:00 a.m. A private, green burial will take place in Mont Marie Cemetery on Tuesday. Sisters of St. Joseph through the years - Masslive Joseph 2. . She also served as switchboard operator and receptionist at Mont Marie. A native of Worcester, Mass., she was the daughter of Joseph and Anna (Shea) Hine. In addition to engaging in her formal ministries, Sister Catherine earned the title of Master Weaver from the Hill Institute, Florence, MA and received numerous awards for her work. from St. Joseph College, West Hartford. Congregation of the Sisters of St. Joseph Invite you to the Spring Liturgy and Luncheon Sunday, April. Sister earned a B.A. She also pursued graduate studies in Latin at Georgetown University and Boston College. Or make your donation by check: 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. She was a dedicated Prep Rambler fan and attended numerous sporting events to root for her team. While at Prep, she could often be seen walking to Gannon University, where she also taught. degree from Fairfield University. The image of the Good Shepherd is one of gentleness, peace and compassion. of pancreatic cancer. Memorial contributions may be made to the Sisters of St. Joseph, 577 Carew St., Springfield, MA 01104. From 1971-1979 she served on the Executive Board of the Sisters of St. Joseph. Click HERE to sign up for our newsletter! Sisters of St. Joseph - Wikipedia Burial will follow in Mont Marie Cemetery. Sister graduated from Mt. Who We Are - Sisters of Saint Joseph of the Sacred Heart In her retirement Sister continued to offer her services in companion ministry. She was born in Connellsville, Pennsylvania. In the Diocese of Springfield Sister Norma taught in Sacred Heart and Blessed Sacrament Schools, Holyoke; St. Joseph School, North Adams; and Immaculate Conception School, West Springfield. from Southeastern Massachusetts University. 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. The wake will take place at Mont Marie, Holyoke on Friday, August 21, 2015 from 10:30 to 12:30 with a prayer service at 11:30. based on information from your browser. She graduated from St. Joseph High School, North Adams and earned a B.A. Sister Alice Roberta Benzing, 101, ended her journey as a Sister of St. Joseph on Wednesday, November 16, 2022, at St. Josephs Provincial House in Latham, New York. She later served as Administrative Assistant for the Council of Churches, Springfield. She attended Christ the King School and was graduated from Rutland High School. degree from the College of Our Lady of the Elms, Chicopee, Mass. Entered into eternal life on January 5, 2022, at the age of 87 years, celebrating 69 years of religious life in the Congregation of St. Joseph. July 31, 1954 February 4, 2022 Beginning in 1961 Sister spent 29 years as a nurse at the Mont Marie Infirmary in Holyoke. Sister Roberta earned a B.A. She graduated from Commerce High School, Worcester. She also served as a registered nurse at the Mont Marie Health Care Center 1991-2006 until her retirement. The Liturgy of Christian Burial will follow at 11:00. Who We Are. In addition to her Sisters in Community, Sister Patricia is survived by several generations of nieces and nephews. Sister Maria Louise entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of Springfield from Sacred Heart Parish, Holyoke. For many years she was an instructor at St. Joseph Prep and St. Joseph Teachers' Institute in Fall River. Sisters of Saint Joseph of Rochester | LinkedIn Hers was a spirituality of waiting: accompanying the sisters in their last moments of life to their eternal life. degrees from the College of Our Lady of the Elms, Chicopee, Mass. Our congregation was founded in St. Louis in 1836, and since then we have formed additional communities and provinces around the world. In addition to her Sisters in Community Sister Ruth is survived by several generations of loving nieces and nephews. on Friday, December 4, 2015 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. with a prayer service at 10:30 a.m. We're a member of The U.S. Federation of Sisters of St. Joseph. She introduced Museum Studies into the History Department. May they be at home in Your Presence for time and eternity. Western New York Catholic We bless you, Mary, for the gift of joy as manifestation of the love of God, which you so readily shared with us. She graduated from St. Joseph High School, North Adams and earned an A.B. Nations are called . For further information, you may contact Sr. Lynne Anne at. The Sisters of Saint Joseph is a group of Roman Catholic Women religious, operating 8 ministries in the greater Rochester area. Sister Mary Lou entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of Springfield from St. Jerome Parish, Holyoke in 1946. Entered into eternal life on October 19, 2022, at the age of 78 years, celebrating 45 years of religious life in the Congregation of St. Joseph. THE WOMEN FROM the Sisters of St. Joseph were far from the only nuns to leave in the late 1960s. She attended Mary Washington College, University of Virginia and graduated from The College of St. Joseph the Provider in Rutland. 716-649-1205 ext. Deceased sisters of st joseph philadelphia. Pilot Media 66 Brooks Drive Braintree, MA 02184 Tel: 617-779-3780 We remember . Memorial contributions may be made to the Sisters of St. Joseph, Sisters of St. Joseph Administrative Offices, 577 Carew St., Springfield, MA 01104. All services for Sr. Elizabeth will take place in St. Michaels Church, 128 Maple St., East Longmeadow. For over 20 years she served as a guidance counselor at Cathedral High School, Springfield and staffed the Social Studies Resource Center there. Sister Margaret was preceded in death by her parents, seven brothers and four sisters. She earned a B.A. All services for Sr. Ruth Virginia will take place in St. Joseph Chapel at Mont Marie in Holyoke on Friday, August 16, 2019. 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.