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Enid SELKE Obituary

SISTER ENID SELKE CSJ Died peacefully at the Sisters of St. Joseph Residence, 2 O'Connor Drive, Toronto, Ontario, December 17, 2018 in the 77th year of her religious life. She is predeceased by her parents, Frank Joseph Selke, and Mary Agnes (Schmidt) Selke; her sisters, Blanche and Evelyn; and her brothers, John and Frank D. Selke Jr. She is survived by her sisters, Delphine (Condon) and Geraldine Selke; and lovingly remembered by her many nieces, nephews, friends, and sisters in community. Sister Enid grew up in St. Monica's parish in Toronto and attended St. Joseph's College School, where she was taught by the Sisters of St. Joseph. In 1941, she entered the congregation and served in the ministry of education as a teacher and principal in Toronto, St. Catharines and Prince Rupert, British Columbia. Sister Enid lived the charism of the congregation as she brought love and unity to many situations. Gifted as a teacher and organizer she continued to use her talents for teaching outside the formal classroom in Kapuskasing, Ontario. While there, in 1986, in memory of her late father, Sister Enid, in collaboration with others, founded the Frank J. Selke Memorial Resource Centre for pastoral education and adult faith development. She was treasured by many of the people of Kapuskasing and the surrounding area, where she ministered for 34 years In 2016, as Sister Enid's health began to decline she had to leave her mission in Kapuskasing and return to Toronto. Recently, she has resided at Sisters of Joseph Care Centre, where she prayed for the needs of new Canadian families struggling to make their home in Toronto, among other needs. Visitation will take place at the Sisters of St. Joseph Residence, 2 O'Connor Drive, Toronto ON on Friday, December 21, 2018 from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m., with a Prayer Vigil at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, December 22, 2018, at 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel at 2 O'Connor Drive, Toronto, Ontario. Interment at Holy Cross Cemetery.

Published by The Globe and Mail from Dec. 19 to Dec. 23, 2018.

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You have been a blessing in our family. What a gift you were for Kapuskasing and the parish of St. Patrick.

Nick & Bea Bezel

December 21, 2018

Sister Enid was a great friend to all she came in contact with,in Kapuskasing and especially us at St. Patrick parish. Her legacy here was not only in her teaching but also her ability to gather people. Has been greatly missed since her move to Toronto. Rest in peace dear friend you have earned it.

December 21, 2018

To the Family of Sr. Enid,
Sr Enid, was a Dear Friend and Confidant. She will always be in our hearts and prayers and greatly missed. Have a file of her Thank You, Christmas and all occasion cards she gave us,will treasure. God Bless you all.

Shirley/Victor LeBlanc

December 20, 2018

Sister Enid was a profound spiritual leader for the St. Patrick Parish here in Kapuskasing and will be remembered fondly for her insight as a religious person but especially for the friendship we shared. Thank you for leading us to the Lord and his Word, and all the helpful prayers over the years, Sister Enid.
Philippe Audet

December 20, 2018

At last , sister Enid is where she needs to be. Took the non-denominational Alpha course with her in Kapuskasing three times. Really enjoyed it.

Andrea Hahn

December 20, 2018

I loved my Gr 8 teacher at St. Joseph's school in Leslieville. I cried when that school year ended. It was probably the only time I ever cried when school was over for the summer. Her many talents and kind, loving heart no doubt has left a lasting legacy with multitudes and will endure long into the future.

Elaine (Hughes) Lefevre-Boothe

December 19, 2018

Sister Enid and I were chums since grade 9 at St Joes .we kept in touch over the years.She was. Very special lady even those many years ago.May God be with you.

Peggy O'Flaherty

December 19, 2018

Very fond of Sister Enid, she brought sunshine into the room. Sister Enid will be greatly missed by All.

Jessica Matzelle

December 19, 2018

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