Little Sister of the Poor turns 100

Friday, May 9th, 2014

She might have just turned 100, but Sr Marie Fitzpatrick still helps other residents and staff at Little Sisters of the Poor Sacred Heart Home, in Dunedin.

She celebrated her birthday yesterday with more than 70 family and friends.

Religious Superior Sr Bridget Donnelly said Sr Marie assisted hospital residents at mealtimes, and sometimes set the staff members’ dining table for meals. continue reading

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