Remembering Sister Margaret O'Brien

Posted July 24, 2023 in Obituaries

Margaret O'Brien

Sister Margaret O’Brien chose readings for her funeral that speak to her very being, readings of faith in God, love of neighbor, patience, prayer and joy. She also directed that the homily was to be a reflection on the readings rather than her life, giving witness to the command to honor others above self. In death as in life, hers is an example of selflessness, sincerity and service. Margaret Ann was born in Cleveland to Ann and Matthew O’Brien. She grew up in St. Therese Parish in Garfield Heights with her brothers, Raymond and Jack, and her sisters, Norma and Jane.... read more

Remembering Sister Brigetta Waldron

Posted June 06, 2023 in Obituaries

Brigetta Waldron

Sister M. Brigetta Waldron was described as a “beacon of hope” in a letter written to a foundation just six years ago.  In her octogenarian years, Sister Brigetta was still applying for grants for academic... read more

Remembering Sister Helen Marie Davidson, OSU

Posted February 18, 2023 in Obituaries

Helen Marie Davidson

From 1951 until 2012, hundreds of children passed through the classes of Sister Helen Marie—learning to read, write, and learn “math facts” that would serve them for the rest of their lives. Sister Helen Marie’s gift... read more

Remembering Sister Rita Kuhn

Posted February 02, 2023 in Obituaries

Rita Kuhn

The words that sisters are using to describe Sister Rita Kuhn as they absorb her unexpected death are “always kind” and “good”. With an affectionate chuckle, stories are being told of her lengthy tales of family... read more

Remembering Sister Mercia Madigan

Posted January 27, 2023 in Obituaries

Mercia Madigan

 “I am grateful for how God has accompanied me from the beginning of my life to this moment…a mosaic where each stone has its significance but together reflect something more than they are alone.” These words... read more