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Ethel Turrill began very early with the SSNDs when, in September 1930, she began first grade at St. John in Bergenfield, NJ, where the School Sisters of Notre Dame taught. In her long life, she never wavered in her love of family and in her devotion to the Blessed Mother and her Son. In retirement, walking and praying her rosary was a highlight of each day. Her goal was three miles and seven or eight rosaries! We are grateful for you, Sister Adria. May you rest in the loving arms of our God.
Sister Peg lived a life of service. Rev. Lawrence B. Terrien, PSS, presided over her service, memorializing Sister Peg, saying, I join all of you in giving thanks to God, who, by showing us in the life of his daughter and disciple, Sister Peg, helped us to see that Jesus did not take the kingdom back to heaven with him at his ascension. He continues to manifest his presence in people like Sister Peg, who took those beatitudes to heart, who worked to serve that kingdom and to show that it is possible to live here and now - the way I believe she is still living that life fully in the presence of her and our mighty Lord.”
Sister Henrice had a gracious and supportive way. Her motto in life was, “It doesn’t matter who gets the credit, as long as the work gets done.” She lived a long life and had a profound effect on her faithful students, former colleagues, parish friends, and her family. She found something beautiful in everyone. We are grateful for you; may you rest in the loving arms of our God.
In death, we say our ultimate human yes to God. Trusting in God’s power to bring us to the fullness of life, we conclude our earthly life with an act of worship: in the action of death we proclaim God as God, and ourselves as God’s creatures. We are called by God and sent by the community; we go in joy!
- You Are Sent, Constitution of the School Sisters of Notre Dame
