Sister Susanne Chenot

Sister Susanne Chenot obituary

Sister Susanne Chenot

Upcoming Events

Oct

4

Mass of Christian Burial

11:00 a.m.

Chapel of St. Benedict Monastery

3526 Bakerstown Road, Bakerstown, PA 15007

Susanne Chenot Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Schellhaas Funeral Home & Cremation Svcs., Inc. - West View on Sep. 17, 2025.

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On September 14, 2025, Sister Susanne Chenot much loved member of the Benedictine Sisters of Pittsburgh, passed into her heavenly life.

Born on December 10, 1938, Sister Susanne was one of seven children born to Regis and Flora Chenot. Her siblings are Glenn (Jacqueline), Karen (Deceased,) Sally (James Davis,) Phyllis (James Sobczak,) and Gary (Patricia), her godchild, niece Rachel, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Patricia Chenot entered the Benedictines in 1956 and became Sister Susanne, a life-long witness to the Benedictine values of community, prayers, and ministry. She used her extensive education to benefit many people. She had a M.S. E from Duquesne, M.E from Boston College, and Certificate in Religious Formation from St. Louis University.

Sister Susanne taught in Pittsburgh and Ohio parish schools for 20 years. She served as Campus Minister at IUP, Chaplain at Manor Care, ministered in Neon, KY, served as Pastoral Assistant at St. John Parish, Scottdale, served in the Greensburg Diocese, and as Chaplain at Leader Nursing and Rehabilitation. Sister Susanne also volunteered with many organizations including the League of Women Voters at IUP, People of Peace in Scottdale. Benedictines for Peace and Benedictine Sisters Formation Team.

Known for her welcoming and compassionate spirit, Sister Susanne touched the lives of many, including Benedictine Oblates and visitors to the Monastery. Her spirit radiated a gentle and genuine joy, reflected in her deep-seated spiritual convictions.

Sister Susanne loved her Benedictine Community, once writing: "I have found the love and friendship among my Benedictine Sisters to be the most satisfying aspect of my religious life. I realize how my community connections ripple outward." She will be remembered for her joyful spirit, her love and kindness toward everyone she met. May Sister Susanne be at peace in the loving embrace of God.

Sister Susanne Chenot's funeral mass will be at the Monastery on October 4th at 11:00 AM.

Gifts in honor of Sister Susanne may be made to Benedictine Sisters of Pittsburgh.

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Upcoming Events

Oct

4

Mass of Christian Burial

11:00 a.m.

Chapel of St. Benedict Monastery

3526 Bakerstown Road, Bakerstown, PA 15007