Sr. Eileen Fallon

It has been 2 years and I miss her everyday...there are no words to express the sorrow and loss i feel...She is at peace for sure and at the end of the day THAT is all that matters..I still hear her voice every time I play her message on my landline...can't bring myself to delete it yet but I guess it is time to let go!!!! Rest in PEACE dear friend and know that you are loved!!!! JAIME SHOCKLEY xxxooo

I first met SME when I went to serve the retreatants at Elkins Park about 55 years ago...we became friends. I would sit with her at St Dominic's Hall on Sunday afternoons after we had changed beds and cleaned up from the busy weekend. I was a kid, just out of High School, with a fair amount of issues...she was awesome and compassionate and never judgemental...I loved her very much! As time went on I got to meet her family and spend time with her just having fun. SME was funny and warm and caring and always interested in your welfare. I remember being shocked when she came to my 21st birthday party. I was living at the Lucy Eaton Smith House for women on 20th and Sansom in downtown philly and was so shocked to see her. I eventually went to school and became a teacher and our lives went in different directions until a year ago when I was lucky enough to reconnect..at least by mail..we spoke one time on the phone but she was sick and didn't have much breath. In April, I lost my only sister to violence and so I wrote to tell SME it would be a bit longer until I could get up to see her...I regret that I didn't go right away because she passed before that day came and I am so devastated and feel crushed...God had other plans and so our reunion will have to wait a bit longer until He decides when I can see her again. I wanted to thank her in person and hug her and share so much and hear about her adventures as well but it was not to be and I didn't even know she had passed until her friend Mary got the Valentine card I sent to SME and decided to call and let me know she had passed in January...there are no words...the only joy I feel is knowing she is where she wants to be ..enjoying heaven and the presence of God who she served so loyally for so many years!!! Rest in Peace my sweet, loving friend and know you were loved by so many. Janemarie E Shockley

I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Please find peace and comfort in Psalms 119:76.

I met Eileen in the mid sixties when I worked at Elkins Park. She always made time for us teenagers and encouraged us to love God and do our best. I have been blessed to have been able to visit her over the years when I came East. She was a quiet strong fun loving woman whom am honored to have known.

Human words can not describe such a beautiful wise Soul who walked so gently on this earth such as you. My heart feels broken with your passing but I walk with the many teachings you imparted to me both while as a member of the Congregation and afterwards. Your silent strength and courage to 'Seize each day' and to live each day under God's Blessings was an example to the rest of humanity of a life well lived. Thank you so very much for being in my life.....may your Spirit fly & rest in God's hands .... much love...Lynda

Sending love and condolences to Mary and Sister Eileen's friends and family. Spent time with Sister Eileen on retreats and as a volunteer at the Dominican Retreat House in Elkins Park. Grateful for the gift! May she rest in peace.

The Eakins family offer their condolences to Sr.Eileen Fallon,OP a bond has been broken. May God's Word the Bible give this family and friends peace and comfort during this most difficult time in your life. God's Word the Bible heals brokenhearts. Psamls147:3

I met Eileen through Marlene Matarazzo and we became friends over the years. I knew Eileen as a sweet, loving person and sister. I loved meeting her and Mary for our monthly lunch at Applebees. We knew she would always order their riblet basket. It was a privilege knowing you, Eileen. Rest now in God's arms.
Love, Elaine (Grose)

You were a dear friend Eileen. You shared from your heart with me and from your beautiful spirit. We so often laughed together and at times even cried together. You were a sister of my heart and I will always treasure our friendship. I know that our gentle and loving God greeted you with a warm embrace and that you are once again united with your brother, your parents and Tangles and Beau too. I will miss you so much my friend. Rest in gentle and deep peace dear friend and sister.
Love,
Marlene Matarazzo