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Mother Mcauley High School

Catherine Gallagher Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Mar. 3 to Mar. 4, 2009.

Sister Catherine Gallagher (formerly Sister M. Inviolata). Beloved member of the Sisters of Mercy for 75 years. Loving daughter of the late Charles and the late Margaret, nee McAndrew Gallagher; fond sister of the late Mary (the late Joseph) Sweeney, the late Margaret (the late John) Cunnane, Rev. Charles Gallagher, the late Vincent (the late Ruth) Gallagher, Frances (the late James) Murray, Rita (the late James) Fisher and Loretta (Dr. Thomas) Moran; dear aunt to many nieces, nephews, grand nieces and grand nephews. Sister Catherine was President of the Sisters of Mercy for the Regional Community of Chicago, President of Mercy Health System, Principal of Mother McAuley and Siena High Schools and faculty member of several schools in the Chicago area. Visitation Wednesday, March 4, from 3 to 8 p.m. at Mercy Convent, 3701 W. 99th St, Chicago, IL. Mass of Christian burial at the Sisters of Mercy Chapel at 10 a.m. on Thursday, March 5. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to the Sisters of Mercy would be appreciated. For information call Blake Lamb Funeral Home,

708-636-1193.

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March 23, 2009

Caron O'Brien posted to the memorial.

March 7, 2009

rev francis g. scanlan posted to the memorial.

March 6, 2009

Rosemary Sabino, RSM posted to the memorial.

16 Entries

Caron O'Brien

March 23, 2009

Sister Mary Inviolata never gave up on me,
Thank you God, for Sister M. Inviolata.
Caron O'Brien Siena 1965.

rev francis g. scanlan

March 7, 2009

Dear Charlie, so sorry to hear too late of your sister's death. i would ceertainly have tried to make the wake. Will say a mass for her repose. your friend fr jerry scanlan

Rosemary Sabino, RSM

March 6, 2009

I have very fond memories of Catherine with Concilia Moran, meeting on all of her interests, health care, education and mentoring the next generation. My condolences to the Chicago RSMs. Rosemary C Sabino, RSM

Maura Power

March 6, 2009

I h ave always had wonderful memories of Kit and I came to know her well through the days of the Mercy Federation
meetings. She was an inspiring presence,always and we met briefly at a later time. Maura Power RSM (Auburn)

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Linda Laine

March 5, 2009

My sympathy goes out to all of Sr. Catherine's family and friends.

Sister Bernice Kurt,RSM

March 5, 2009

I served on the Mercy Hospital Board in Iowa City, Iowa, at the same time as Sister Catherine Gallagher. After the meetings, Sister would ride with me to the Cedar Rapids Airport to travel back to Chicago. I have fond memories of our conversations as we traveled. There was hardly ever a lull, and I learned a lot from this wonderful mentor of Mercy! My sympathy to all her Mercy friends.

Margaret Murphy

March 5, 2009

I just learned of Sister Catherine's death and rejoice that she is now resting in God's love. I met Sister through my work at Misericordia Home and greatly valued her friendsip. This always kind compassionate and wonderful woman will be greatly missed. I am remembering her loving family in my prayers.

Sr. Bernie Hart

March 5, 2009

I first met Sr. Catherine when I moved to Chicago in July of 2001. She was always an interesting conversationalist and interested in my work in Vocations. I will keep her family in my prayers. I know that she is up there working for us again!

Mary Lou Nelson McLaughlin

March 5, 2009

How I wish I had known of Sister's death earlier. I definitely would have gone to the visitation. Sister was a dear friend to our family, especially our Aunt Sister Florentine Franklin. We shared many a happy visit when she and Sister Florentine were at Provena/Mercy Manor and Convent. Our memories go back to wonderful times at Siena (Class of '63) where Sister was principal during the first few years I was there. Her laugh was her gift to all! I'm sure Sister, my aunt and Sister Theophane are having one hoot of a time in heaven. God bless her family.

Maureen Dunne

March 5, 2009

I will always remember with love Sr. Inviolata. (Sr.Catherine)

Maureen McNamara Dunne
Mother McAuley '68

Sr. Margaret McBride

March 5, 2009

I'm sending my prayers and condolences to the Sisters of Mercy in Chicago. I had the privilege of knowing Sister Catherine in her later years. She was always supportive of Sister formation and worked closely with our Sister M. Assumpta Murray (Burlingame). I would enjoy hearing stories of her work in prison ministry as she focused on educating those incarcerated. Sister was a tremendous leader and will be missed greatly.

Helen Marie Burns, RSM

March 5, 2009

My first memory on hearing of Catherine's death was a General Administrative Conference setting (Sisters of Mercy of the Union) and a wonderful, rich laugh from Inviolata. I don't remember the reason for the laugh, but I do remember her delight in all things human and her energizing sense of humor. She was a leader and a mentor for persons like myself - new to leadership and new to national agendas. I celebrate her life, her contributions, her deep commitment to the Sisters of Mercy.

Therese Randolph, RSM

March 4, 2009

Catherine's compassionate understanding touched me personally during a retreat in Maryland in the '80's. This experience along with her visionary leadership for us as Sisters of Mercy is a heart warming memory I've carried with me. I'm sure God is welcoming her and enjoying her presence.

Jim & Mary McShane

March 4, 2009

As a Mercy Associate now for over 20 years, I have known Catherine Gallagher most of that time. She was always welcoming and inviting. Mary and I send our condolences to the family from southeastern Illinois. It was a joy to be in her presence.

Virginia Beverly Sansone (Stainer)

March 4, 2009

My condolences to the family of Sister Catherine and to the Mercy family to which she belonged for so many years. Those of us who knew her at Siena High School will remember her gentleness and prayerful attitude. We will keep her in our prayers. It may be that Sister Catherine was the last of our dear sisters who taught the class of 1956. Thank you to the Mercy family of nuns, and Sister Catherine.

Sister Agnes Cunningham, S.S.C.M.

March 4, 2009

Deep sympathy and condolences to the Sisters of Mercy on the death of wonderful Sister Catherine Gallagher. She was a true leader for women religious in her personal and professional life. It was a privilege for me to have known her. May all who loved her be graced in the witness of her life.

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