In Memoriam

In 1961, Sister Mildred was one of four Canadian SSND pioneers to open the mission in Calacoto, La Paz, Bolivia, where for nine years she was teacher and administrator in schools there. Sister Mildred possessed a pioneer spirit, readily accepting new challenges in South America and in her home country.

Sister Marylita combined her extensive knowledge with good humor. Her love of teaching math and science attracted students to emulate her.  She had a calm and quiet courage when the situation called for it and she stood for truth in the face of controversy. Later in her work she became a Director of Religious Education and participated in other forms of pastoral education.  She authored a published article that spoke of “empowering the laity to take its rightful role” in the church. 

Sister Gemma was administrator for the Generalate community from 1988-1995. Being fluent in Italian, her next ministry was as community leader for the Italian community in Gorizia, Italy from 1997 to 2000. Through the years, Sister Gemma continued to communicate with members of the Gorizia community.

Sister Doreen was appointed as housemistress for more than 30 junior boarders at Lingfield Convent School, England. The girls, age 7 – 12 years, received motherly care from Sister Doreen, who attended to all their needs outside of school hours. On the weekends she prepared meals with the girls.