RIP Sister Jean

[BigJay]

Great part of the story of Loyola-Chicago making the Final 4 a few years back.

Lived to the ripe old age of 106.

Sister Jean, beloved Loyola-Chicago chaplain, dies

Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, the longtime chaplain of the Loyola-Chicago men's basketball team, died Thursday at the age of 106. "[She] was an invaluable source of wisdom and grace for generations of students, faculty, and staff," the school said.

www.espn.com

 

[BigJay]

A Loyola Icon with an Enduring Legacy, Sister Jean Dies at 106

The Loyola University Chicago community mourns the passing of Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, BVM, who died on October 19 at the age of 106.

news.luc.edu

 

[flyingillini]

RIP sister. Heaven awaits you. Follow Christ in your afterlife. I’ll see you when I get there. You were a great inspiration for many years.

 

[jamesy2422]

this is sad. her story that year of rooting for her team is very memorable.

 

[BobbyFK]

She was an absolute legend and such a memorable figure, especially during that incredible Final Four run. She brought so much positive attention to college basketball regardless of what team you rooted for. RIP

 

[BMR Genie]

Wow.. this is sad. Two weeks after she retired. RIP!

 

[seaborneq]

Working kept her alive.