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Sister Ellen James was my kindergarten teacher at Holy Family School in Springfield, MA. I'll never forget her!
Elaine (Megliola) Rigazio
October 31, 2020 | Student


West Springfield, Massachusetts
Dec 25, 1928 – Jan 16, 2018
Christine V. Kavanagh, (formally Sister Ellen James SSJ), passed away peacefully on January 16, 2018. Christine was born December 25, 1928 to the late James A and Ellen (Fenton) Kavanagh. She was a dedicated teacher and religious educator locally until her retirement in 1997. She is predeceased...
Read MoreSister Ellen James was my kindergarten teacher at Holy Family School in Springfield, MA. I'll never forget her!
Elaine (Megliola) Rigazio
October 31, 2020 | Student

Dear Beloved Family Members,
Through the years I had many enjoyable and pleasant adventures with Christine. She was always so happy and delightful.
May the wonderful memories and moments you had with Christine be a source of comfort to you during your time of sorrow.
Peace!
Bette-Jean Coderre
Bette-Jean Coderre
January 26, 2018 | Uncasville, CT
Christine ( Sr. Ellen James) was my kindergarten teacher at Holy Family School in Springfield. I have wonderful memories of her as a teacher and as a sister of St Joseph. My condolences to her family. May she Rest in Peace.
Linda Sullivan
January 22, 2018 | Somers, CT
Christine was a joy to have at Mount St. Vincent. Very helpful and a wonderful personality. She loved to joke with all of us and had no problem letting us know that something wasn't right. lol.
We all loved her and missed her when she had to leave.
Pam Segienko
January 22, 2018