SISTER AGNES STAPLETON

Thank you always for reminding me of this Anniversary of Sister Agnes's death. I continue to feel deep gratitude for her leadership and kindness and that wonderful gift of her laughter that graced our lives.

Dear Family, Friends and Sisters of Notre Dame: I think of you as we remember the life and goodness of Sr.Agnes. Her kindness and generosity of our days at St. Bernard, West Newton will not be forgotten. We know Agnes is enjoying eternal peace. Virginia Day Trumbull, Ct

As Sister Agnes's anniversary of death approaches, I am so grateful for the reminder of her warmth, kindness and generosity. My continued sympathy to her family that she loved so much as well.

Remembering Agnes' wisdom and humanity. Ginny Day Trumbull, Ct

Dear Family, Sisters and Friends: My sincere sympathy to each of you on just learning of Sister Agnes'death. I can still hear her voice and laugh. As a young Sister,I was living at the St. Bernard Convent in West Newton while studying at Boston College. Sister Agnes was the Superior of the Sisters and school principal. Sister Agnes welcomed me warmly to the community and brought such leadership, compassion and kindness to the community there, during the challenging years of 1967-1970. We...

Loving God
You bless our lives with many gifts. As we move along this journey, we realize that each gift is a treasure - a wonderful keepsake - family, friends, strangers passing by. Thank You for the gift of Sr. Agnes Stapleton who gifted so many with kindnesses to be cherished. It was through her encouragement I began journaling prayers - prayers first giving You all glory, honor, and praise. Prayers that have included people from all walks of life...

Sr. Agnes I have thought of you over the years that only a few weeks ago I was asking another elementary school friend about you. You touched so many lives, for me, you made me believe in myself, guided us and watched over us during school hours, you and the many teachers, friends, and sisters and fathers of St Josephs school and parish will always be a huge part of my life, Thank you for everything you taught me, guided me thru, mentored me, and instilled my strong faith with God. You...

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

"It was my privilege to have known Sr. Agnes. In 1962, she was my 7th grade teacher at St Bartholomew School in Needham. She was a talented, caring educator who respected and encouraged her students each and every day.
When I began my teaching career in 1974 at St. Joseph School in Somerville, it was my JOY to learn that Sr. Agnes was going to be my principal. What an amazing mentor she was for me! Sr. Agnes Stapleton . . . My teacher, my principal, my friend. How fortunate am...