Birth date: Nov 6, 1929 Death date: Nov 6, 2017
Sr. Patricia Connor, formerly Sr. Cajetan, age 88 of the Srs. of St. Francis in Oldenburg, died Monday, November 6, 2017 at the convent. Born September 6, 1929 in Hays, Kansas, she is the daughter of Matilda (Nee: Thiel) and Char Read Obituary
We are saddened by Sister Patricia's death and are sorry that we could not participate in the visitation and funeral. All the brothers and sisters are in our thoughts and prayers. We are sending a contribution to the Sisters of St. Francis.
On behalf of the entire Marian University community, I extend our heartfelt condolences to all those who loved and were positively impacted by Sister Pat throughout her long, full life. We were deeply saddened to hear of her passing and know that this must be a tremendously difficult time for Sister Pat’s family, friends, and fellow Sisters. She was a highly valued and passionate member of the Marian University community, serving as a librarian here on campus for 39 years, as well as an emphatic proponent of mission work and exceptional education for all. Sister Pat’s dedication to the Franciscan values, compassion for all peoples, and abiding faith are truly wonderful qualities that call us all to strive for that kind of strength. While my words cannot bring sufficient comfort at this heart-rending time, I hope Sister Pat’s family, friends, and fellow Sisters know that the entire Marian community joins together in petition for the repose of Sister Pat’s soul and her everlasting happiness. Her legacy will live on throughout the Marian community and Sisters of St. Francis of Oldenburg. May God bless us all with happy memories of Sister Pat today and always.
I am the daughter of Nixie Reason Koelling and granddaughter of Steve and Mildred Reason. Sister Patricia was such a great role model and encourager to her many students. I remember your family when I visit WaKeeney with my relatives. My deepest condolences. Thank you for sharing Sister Patricia with Indiana. She has been such a rich gift.
