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Sister Claire R. Graham SSS

1937 - 2018

BORN

1937

DIED

2018

FUNERAL HOME

W.F. Gormley & Sons Funeral Chapel

2015 Capitol Ave

Sacramento, California

Claire Graham SSS Obituary

Name: Vigil for Sister Claire R. Graham SSS
Start: 2018-09-17T02:00:00.000Z
Location: Holy Spirit Retreat Center

Sister Claire Graham, who cofounded Wellspring Women's Center in Oak Park and for decades was a powerful voice for the poor people in Sacramento, passed away on August 21, 2018. Sister Claire was a native of San Francisco, Calif., and a long-time resident of Sacramento. She was 81 years old. Sister Claire was the daughter of the late Charles and Christine Graham. She is survived by her long-time friend, Sally Hite, several cousins, her religious community, the Sisters of Social Service, and many, many friends. All are invited to attend a Vigil Service at St. Francis Church, 1060 26th Street, Sacramento, Wednesday, Sept. 5, at 7:00 PM. Friends are also invited to attend a Memorial Celebration of Life Mass also at the Church on Thursday, Sept. 6, at 10:00 AM. Sister will be laid to rest at Calvary Cemetery in Los Angeles, Calif. Remembrances may be made in her memory to the Sisters of Social Service, 4316 Lanai Road, Encino, Calif., 91436. Arrangements by W. F. Gormley & Sons Funeral Directors.

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Published by The Sacramento Bee on Aug. 30, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for Claire Graham SSS

22 Entries

Don, Robin and Brian

August 31, 2021

You will be missed. Have fond memories from our time at Camp Mariastella with you

Penny Manson

August 24, 2020

Forever in our hearts

Reed

January 5, 2019

Sister Claire SSS (Episcopal) Trinity Cathedral will miss you very much.

Reed

January 5, 2019

Sister Claire SSS (Episcopal) Trinity Cathedral will miss you very much.

Connie Price

October 4, 2018

I just learned of Sister Claire's passing. She was such a special lady and I am glad I knew her. I loved talking to her and she always inspired me with her words and actions. She will truly be missed.

My sincere sympathy to Sally, Sr. Claire's family and the Sisters of Social Service.

September 10, 2018

I am so sorry for your loss may there be comfort in knowing that God cares for you.1Peter5:7

September 6, 2018

Dear Sr. Claire, for 13 years you helped me to stay focused on sacred moments, to serve with love and humility in all my ministries and to cherish my time with family especially with Jerry. Rest In Peace sweet and loving lady. You leave a big hole in my heart.
Verne Bowers, Elk Grove, CA

September 4, 2018

Dear Claire, Word cannot express the depth of sadness and loss I feel. Your legacy will live on in the hearts of those you touched so profoundly. You now have found eternal love and peace.

Lynn Clifford

September 3, 2018

Claire. I will always remember that twinkle in your eyes, great conversation at dinners after Taize services and the grace in which you shared your life and time with others.
Sally, we all who love you continue to hold you up in thought and prayer.

Fran Trinca

September 3, 2018

Thank you Claire for being such a powerful voice for the poor. We appreciated and enjoyed your many life stories that you shared with us at our Senior Joy Ministry. May you rest in Heavenly peace with our God.

Penny Manson

September 3, 2018

Our world is much darker without her light
but a new star in heaven is shinning bright.
Rest in Peace Claire.
xoxoxo
Penny

Elizabeth Ecks

September 3, 2018

What a bright light, full of joy and love we were fortunate enough to experience! Sister Claire, may you now shine bright in a beautiful place, fully surrounded by the Light of all lights. My condolences to her sisters in Christ who loved her tremendously and will grieve her physical loss.

September 2, 2018

I will never forget you. I will always be grateful for you welcoming me as an Associate. You treated all with warmth, respect and love and made us feel wanted. I'm so glad it was you and I miss you terribly. Rest In Peace.

Kathy Gibbs

September 2, 2018

Claire, look forward to our next belly laugh! Will never forget the eggs and stairs to the basement, moon cakes, playing tennis in the wind and many more fond memories. Just think you are only a thought away. I carry thoughts of you in my heart.

Nicola Biasi

September 1, 2018

Sister Claire, you were one of the kindest, most caring people I have have ever had the pleasure to meet. I will never forget your warm smile, and how you engaged me in conversation during the year-end silent retreat (once we were aloud to speak, of course) and will be forever grateful by your community service and inspired by your tireless work for the poor in Sacramento. May your spirit live on in all those who had the honor to know you. Much love to you and to your family and friends. You are missed.

Elisabeth Padula

September 1, 2018

I did not have the opportunity to know you long, but the time we had was so special to me. I will cherish the gift you brought me from the Holy Land.

Jackie Smith

September 1, 2018

Claire, I will love you always and forever...

Love,
Jacks

Ruth Mallery

August 31, 2018

Rest in peace Sister Claire.

August 31, 2018

We all loved Sister Claire. She was witty, bold, determined, kind, full of life and faith, so many wonderful words could be used to describe her. Anyone who met her, even for just a moment, knows what I mean. Her friendship was our reward. She will always be there, in our hearts.

Karen Lonczak

August 31, 2018

Sister Claire was a beacon of Faith, Hope and Light that shone on the underprivileged and the underserved communities of Sacramento. She will be greatly missed. Rest in Peace Sister Claire

Rosie Hamilton

August 31, 2018

Thank you for being in our lives. We love you Sister Claire. ♥

Jackie Tinetti

August 30, 2018

Sr. Claire is love incarnate. She is a hero of our times and a great example of life fully and completely lived. How lucky are we that she was here for 81 years.

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