Reflecting on 25 years as a teacher, Sister Eleanor (Kenneth) McCoy recalls those years in the classroom as deeply rewarding and joyful.
75th Jubilarian
Her impact on students was seen in large and small ways. In a poignant 1965 letter, a parent recognized Sister Kenneth for her “skill, patience and understanding” in responding compassionately to her daughter with special needs and inspiring her self-confidence and academic progress. Sister Eleanor taught at eight schools in the dioceses of Pittsburgh, Altoona-Johnstown, and Columbus, OH. Her longest tenures were at St. John in Johnstown (1949-55) and Sacred Heart in Altoona (1956-63). In 1970, Sister Eleanor began a 20-year ministry in religious education. She served as Director of Religious Education at St. Thomas More in Bethel Park (1970-71), St. Paul in Butler (1971-80) and as Religious Education Coordinator for the Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston (1980-87).
Sister Eleanor (Kenneth) McCoy, CSJ
In 1992, Sister Eleanor returned to the Motherhouse in Baden where she shared her pleasant disposition with Sisters as she drove them to appointments. From 1999-2009, she served as Assistant Sacristan in the Chapel where she often can be found in prayer. Described as prayerful, devoted and joyful, Sister Eleanor says, “Wherever I am, I like to be at peace with everyone.”
60th Jubilarians
Sisters of St. Joseph celebrating their 60th Jubilees are (top row, from left) Sisters Margery Kundar, Mary Hall and Carol Arch; and (bottom row, from left) Sisters Grace Marie Herrle and Florence Hebeler. (Sister Florence passed away August 29.) page 18
Sisters of St. Joseph / fall
2016