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2020
SHERRY,
Sister Mary Elizabeth: RSM
November 23, 1924 – September 29, 2020
At Nazareth House, Christchurch, supported by staff, her Mercy community and her family. Dearly loved member of Nga Whaea Atawhai o Aotearoa Sisters of Mercy New Zealand, in the 73rd year of her Religious Profession. Dearly loved daughter of the late Mary (Minnie) and Philip, loved sister and sister-in-law of Mary and Bill Direen, Jack, Teresa and Ray Sullivan, and Anne (all deceased). Treasured cousin and loved Aunt Betty of her nieces and nephews. Special thanks to staff of Nazareth House and Mercy carers for their support of Elizabeth. Requiem Mass will be celebrated at the Church of St Thomas, 12 Mountain View Rd, Timaru, on Monday, October 5, at 1.30pm, followed by interment in the Timaru Cemetery, Domain Ave. A Vigil Service will be held at Te Manawa Atawhai Catherine McAuley Centre, Villa Maria, Peer St, Christchurch, Tomorrow (Sunday), at 4.00pm.
Kia okioki ia i runga i te rangimarie.
May Elizabeth rest in peace.
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6 Entries
For my great Auntie Betty, who has always been so thoughtful and kind, sending cards and letters with stories, memories and kind wishes all the way to Scotland. Rest in peace, with love, Frances xx
Frances Direen
October 4, 2020
She was always so kind, thoughtful and cheerful. A joy to have known her.
Carol Woodward
October 3, 2020
To Sister's families, Relatives & Sisters,May we send our love & prayers. Sister Elizabeth was a kind, thoughtful, human presence wherever she was, seeing only the good in people. She was a true disciple and showed exemplary mercy, fidelity ang graciousness. She was a joy to meet. May she rest in peace.
Matthew & Anne Cosgriff. UK
October 2, 2020
RIP dear Sister Elizabeth. Very special teacher, mentor to my daughter Louise at Roncalli College Timaru in the mid 1990's.. You touched the lives of my family, with your gentleness, kindness and care. Rest well dear lady.
Marg Stocker
October 1, 2020
Rest in Peace Auntie Betty - you will be missed by many.
M Andrews
October 1, 2020
My condolences to your religious family and your birth family .We in Timaru were really blessed to have Sister Elizabeth in our community for many years she gave her heart and soul to our young people and always listened to them with no judgement just a caring loving heart .Rest In Peace
October 1, 2020
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