Dear sisters,
I was one of the leaders at Catholic Healthcare West (later Dignity Health) that had the privilege of working with Sr. Monica for almost 15 years. I was first at Rose de Lima and then later had the privilege of building the Siena and San Martin campuses. She was such a marvelous sounding board for me (as a leader and friend) and so many employees. She had such a "practical" way of dealing with any conflict. I can remember when a long term department head was leaving and we were all upset, how she came to the front and told stories about him and many of us that had us all laughing and enjoying the memories (it was just what we needed). She was often the "straight man" when Sr. Molly and she would share in a program. She had a very cool "wit" about her and she was very intelligent. She had worked in the laboratory during her early years and she had clinical knowledge that most did not expect from a "sister" :)
Her love of football and how she would win her fantasy football league was always an endearing and surprising item of conversation. She knew the players and had many male leaders envious of her confident "picks". I loved her so much because she could "read you" and knew when you needed that extra hug or support after a particularly challenging meeting. She had that sense of fairness and truly loved and gave love freely without judgement. But was clearly no nonsense about her ability to evaluate people. What a joy to work with such a wonderful lady...I am truly happy she is now at peace and with her Heavenly Father! She worked hard and is so deserving of the rewards of her ministry. She left her mark with the seeds she had planted in all of our lives and her quiet but sincere effect on us all!
Monica...thank you. I love you.
Vicky VanMeetren

Monica was a great football fan. She won the pool at the hospital almost every year. She also loved to play cards- when I first came to Henderson we played cards one night a week. She always had a smile for everyone. She will be missed.