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Murray, Sister Rosemarie R.S.M. ALBANY Sister Rosemarie Murray RSM (Sister Mary Timothy) died Thursday evening, June 7, 2018, at St. Peter's Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Albany. She had been a Sister of Mercy for 72 years. Born in Albany, N.Y., she was the daughter of the late John J. Murray and Anna Ahl Murray. She was a graduate of Vincentian Institute in Albany. Sister attended the Diocesan Normal School and then earned a bachelor's and a master's degree in education from the College of St. Rose and Siena College, respectively. She ministered as a teacher at various schools in the Albany Diocese, including St. John's in Rensselaer, St. Margaret Mary's, Our Lady of Mercy, St. Teresa of Avila in Albany, St. Mary's in Waterford, and St. Mary's in Clinton Heights. Sister Rosemarie loved teaching. She had a gift of keeping her students engaged and excited about learning. Sister especially enjoyed her young pupils and often told stories about them. In the mid-sixties, Sister Rosemarie volunteered in Rev. Smythe's adult education program in Albany's South End. One of the highlights of her life was teaching a 90 year-old man to read. Sister also enjoyed playing the guitar. After retirement from teaching, Sister went weekly to McAuley assisted living facility to play the "old time songs" for the residents. When Sister retired from this ministry, she was older than most of the residents. She was artistic and shared that talent with many through her Christmas decorations, wall hangings, and bulletin boards. Mostly, Sister was a gentle, prayerful, thoughtful woman who loved people, gardening, and enhancing the life of these around her. Sister is survived by her nieces, Ann Marie Barbagallo (the late Edwin) and Laurie Bauer (Donald); her brother-in-law, Christopher Milgo; and seven grand nieces and nephews to whom she was deeply devoted. Sister is also survived by her religious community, the Sisters of Mercy. Sister was predeceased by her sisters, Anna Milgo and Grace Murray; and her nephew, Christopher Milgo. Viewing hours will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Monday, June 11, in the Chapel of the Convent of Mercy, 634 New Scotland Avenue, Albany. Relatives and friends are welcome and are invited to attend a Prayer Service of Remembrance in the Chapel at 7 p.m. The Liturgy of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday, June 12, at 9:30 a.m. in the Chapel. Interment will follow in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, East Greenbush. The Sisters of Mercy are grateful to the staff at St. Peter's Nursing and Rehabilitation Center for the tenderness with which they cared for our Sister. Contributions in memory of Sister Rosemarie may be made to the Sisters of Mercy 634 New Scotland Avenue, Albany, New York 12208.
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I am sad to hear of Sr. Rosemarie's passing. I had the pleasure of working with her at St. Teresa of Avila. She was a wonderful teacher and mentor during my first years of teaching. I loved our music times together with our students. I still cherish a flower arrangement she made and gave to me many years ago. Rest in peace.
Laura Hands
June 13, 2018
Sister Timothy was my favorite teacher in V.I grade school she used to play her guitar for us and she would take the class outside,we would play softball, she was the only one who would hit homeruns, lol.my great aunt was the principal, sister Mary Patrice Whelen
James Gaul
June 12, 2018
Sister will always hold a special place in my heart. Truly a wonderful kind woman. So many fond memories!
Jackie Coons
June 12, 2018
Thank you, Sister Rosemarie for the time you spent with our children, and for your love, kindness and educational encouragement. You were truly one of the most precious blessings in their lives and we are eternally grateful. Rest In Peace.
Mark & Francine Yanulavich
June 12, 2018
Sorry for your loss. May words recorded at 1 Thessalonians 4:14 gives you comfort knowing that there is hope for all our love ones who passed on in death
R
June 11, 2018
Sister Timothy, over 60 years ago I was in your class at Our Lady of Mercy. You were a kind, gentle person and a great teacher. May you rest in peace
Jean Walther Donovan
June 10, 2018
Always happy one of the teachers I looked forward to seeing .A wonderful guitar player who shared her skills with many children. Sr will be missed.
Ed Meister
June 10, 2018
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