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Mother Maureen of the Precious Blood O.C.D.

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Published by Legacy Remembers from Jun. 29 to Jun. 30, 2014.

Mother Maureen of the Precious Blood, O.C.D. (Janice M. Lanzilotti), age 58, of the Carmelite Monastery of Erie, returned home to God on Thursday, June 26th, 2014. Born August 8, 1955 in Plainfield, New Jersey, she was the daughter of Anthony and Maureen (Haney) Lanzilotti.

Mother Maureen earned her bachelor's degree in music, a master's degree in business administration, as well as her Juris Doctor degree. On January 8, 2000, Mother Maureen entered Carmel. Sister's First Profession was on December 8, 2003, followed by her Profession of Solemn Vows on December 12, 2006. She was later named Prioress of the Carmel of the Holy Family on October 7, 2013.

Besides her parents, survivors include two brothers, Thomas Lanzilotti, wife, Jean Marie, and Michael Lanzilotti, wife, Jean; a sister, Karen Lappin, husband, Paul; and many nieces and nephews.

All are welcome to the viewing in the Chapel at the Carmelite Monastery, 510 East Gore Road, on Tuesday, July 1, 2014 from 8:45 a.m. through 7:30 p.m. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in the Monastery Chapel on Wednesday, July 2, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. by The Most Reverend Lawrence T. Persico, JCL, Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Erie. No 8:00 a.m. Mass will be held on Wednesday.

Arrangements are being handled by Brugger Funeral Homes & Crematory, Pine Avenue Branch, 845 East 38th St.

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July 30, 2014

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Colbe Mazzarella

July 30, 2014

I knew Sister Maureen when we worked together on the Pro-Life Legal Defense Fund board of directors. She was a dedicated advocate for the voiceless. While I feel that she is now reaping her reward, she would remind us to pray for her soul. If we pray more than she needs, I'm sure she will put those extra prayers to good use!

July 16, 2014

Mother Maureen....your son is my doctor. He spoke of you with such admiration, of your life and spirit. Through his words, I feel a sense of kinship. Hearing of your life...has changed mine. Rest in Perfect Peace Mother Maureen.

Robert W. Joyce

July 10, 2014

The Board of Directors of the Pro Life Legal Defense Fund (PLLDF) expresses its profound sorrow on the passing of Mother Maureen of the Precious Blood O.C.D.. Before joining the Carmelite Order, Mother Maureen devotedly served the pro-life cause for several years as a member of our Board of Directors and as our Clerk. Many of us had the great privilege of witnessing her tireless effort on behalf of God's most vulnerable, and the honor of working with her in defense of life. Our prayers are for Mother Maureen, her family, and all of her friends. We will continue to try to emulate the love she showed for all during her time on Earth, and ask for her intercession in support of our ongoing advocacy for life. May she Rest in Peace.

Dwight Duncan

July 1, 2014

I am so sorry to hear about this! Mother Maureen was one of my most memorable law students over the years! I'm convinced she is already in heaven, interceding for us. She was such a good person! I think it amazing that she died on June 26, the Feast of St. Josemaria, to whom she was devoted. My heartfelt condolences to her family, her parents and her brothers Tom and Mike, whom I remember with affection.

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Lisa Powers

July 1, 2014

I knew Janice when she was in Boston, a young single woman. We had mutual friends, all devoutly Catholic women. We all had a lot of fun times together! I have wonderful memories of going out to eat, large packs of us, to a local Italian restaurant. Janice had a sweetness about her, and a bright disposition. She was very unusual and hard to forget. Funny thing is, I actually didn't know Janice all that well, but through friends I have kept fairly up-to-date with her life. I am so sorry to hear of her passing. She was a lovely person. I always thought maybe I would write to her, even though I knew she probably couldn't write back to me due to the strictness of the Carmelite order. But now I can just say a prayer to her and ask for her help directly, without relying on the mail! My sincere condolences to her family. Janice is surely in a much better place!

July 1, 2014

I'm sure we'd crossed paths in my passings through the priory's doors. May your path be in footsteps of everlasting beauty now a I send this in lieu of a card to be dropped of this week of condolences to the sisters left behind you. May they appreciate the places they are in & never be far away as we all walk on towards the sunset daily... ~PoetJoe H Gallagher

June 30, 2014

Mother Maureen will be a wonderful help for all of us from heaven. I wish I could attend the wake and funeral to honor her beautiful life and to share this bitter sweet time with her dear family and the sisters she lived with. To her parents and siblings I send my warmest regards and prayers. You and the sisters did a great job caring for her. I will be very united with all of you these days.

Kathy

June 30, 2014

I spoke with Mother Maureen several times when I was preparing the music for the days of prayer in July.
She was always so happy and filled with
love.
Patti Sullivan

Carol and Larry Killian

June 29, 2014

Mother Maureen touched our lives through her melodic voice and her sincerity. While our contact was quite brief, the impression she left is indelible.

Regina, Joe, Helen, Nina, Carly Maruca/Fazio

June 29, 2014

Our heartfelt love and prayers,
Regina, Joe, Nina, Carly, Helen

Erin Scully Rush

June 29, 2014

I feel so honored and blessed to have prayed with Mother Maureen after my Mothers passing. Her prayers and letters helped me and gave me great strength. I loved her energy and positive approach to everything. Thank you Mother Maureen. God Bless!