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Catherine McEntee Obituary
Mar. 31, 1923 - Jun. 19, 2014
Catherine Marie McEntee, 91, of Venice, FL formerly of New Jersey passed away peacefully on June 19, 2014. Catherine was the oldest of 8 children to William & Marie McEntee. Born in Franklin, NJ, she graduated from Montclair University and after several years of teaching returned to attend Villanova University Law School. She graduated in 1961 and was recognized for her academic achievements by becoming a member of the Order of the Coif.
After a couple of years as a lawyer she returned to her favorite profession, teaching, retiring from the Glen Ridge School System.
Catherine was the treasurer of the March for Life for 25 years and was devoted to the Right to Life movement. She was also a lay Carmelite. She was a parishioner at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Venice, and a member of the Council of Catholic Women.
She lived in Margate, NJ before moving to Venice, FL in 2001.
Catherine is survived by 2 brothers and 4 sisters. She was preceded in death by another brother 4 years ago. She is remembered fondly by her 24 nieces and nephews and their children.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 1:00 pm on Thursday, June 26th at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Venice. She will be laid to rest in Franklin, NJ next to her parents. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to the March for Life. To send condolences, please visit www.farleyfuneralhome.com. Farley Funeral Home, Venice Chapel is caring for arrangements.
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Dori Butterfield-Peldunas
July 17, 2014
One tough lady and heard a great teacher for all those who had her. She will be sorely missed by all who knew her in GRHS!!
Maureen Connors
July 2, 2014
She was such an amazing teacher for her time (and for Glen Ridge). Most of us had little experience with such a dynamic, forceful woman. LOVED her Law class!
Gene Strangio
July 2, 2014
I had Ms. McEntee as a teacher for only a few weeks at GRHS, in 1967. (I needed science credits for grad. requirements) and therefore had to transfer out of her Statistics class. I liked both Ms. McEntee and Statistics, and even though I had her class for only a few weeks, gained lasting insights and knowledge that have stayed with me even until this day. Her manner was friendly and professional. One special talent that I recall is her ability to treat high schoolers as adults, to teach on a high level while keeping the students engaged without condescension. That is a true skill, and rare. Thanks for sharing my remembrances of this fine teacher and person. God Bless.
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Rosemary Gallo
June 28, 2014
Dear Catherine, I am happy for you but do I miss our conversation! I will never forget your serene smile after receiving Holy Communion.You taught me the Anima Christi Prayer which you prayed after receiving Jesus. Your Carmelite Sisters will continue to pray for you.
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Cindy Haberman (Sackett)
June 27, 2014
Bless you, Miss McEntee! I was in your history class many years ago in Glen Ridge. It was the first class I took that used mostly primary sources. We re-enacted the Constitutional Convention. You touched my life and are one of the reasons I became a teacher. My sympathy to the family.
Jeff Jordan
June 26, 2014
She had exceptional intelligence and I enjoyed being a student her class.
Paula Schwanenflugel
June 26, 2014
Ms. McEntee was one of my favorite teachers at GRHS. I had her as a teacher in 72-73. She gave me a real appreciation for the law and sociology. She made me realize that women could do important things. I am grateful that she shared her knowledge and wisdom with us.
Jeanne Berdeaux
June 24, 2014
Thank you, Catherine, for your tireless efforts on behalf of life, especially for your 25 years of service as the national March for Life Treasurer. Your room in heaven is surely beautiful! May you rest in peace!
LizAnn Tepper
June 23, 2014
Thank you Catherine for always being there for the Gordon Girls. I was very lucky to have you as my Godmother. I love you and will miss you.
Rev. Vincent Sheehy
June 22, 2014
My sincere sympathy to all Catherine's
family members. Catherine was a great Pro-Life Leader and a member of our Respect Life Ministry at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish in Venice. Peace in Christ. Father Vincent Sheehy
Joan Lynch
June 22, 2014
Like all her brothers and sisters, Catherine was a force of nature. She was a fierce, generous woman with a razor-sharp intelligence. You wouldn't want to play Jeopardy with her, or catch you smoking in the girls' room at Glen Ridge High (some of my friends still comment about that). She lived with us for a few years, and she gave us the legendary chocolate-milk incident, which always make us Morrow kids laugh. And if we didn't have Catherine, we wouldn't have our wonderful Christmas stocking tradition. She will be missed.
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