(1940-2024)

When asked in her November 2018 “A Sister’s Story” interview how she would like to be remembered, Sister Jean Marie Lehtinen’s answer was simple: she wanted people to think of her as “content and friendly and that I had made a difference in their lives.”

Those who ministered with her and knew her during her years as an Edmonds Dominican Sister and then Adrian Dominican Sister would agree that she achieved that goal.

“She looked for ways to touch lives and to learn what was needed. She was open to new ideas and happy to support others,” said Sister Karen Rossman in her homily at Sister Jean Marie’s memorial Mass. “… Jean Marie was a faithful friend, a dedicated minister, a joyful companion, and a strong Dominican woman. … She was a gift to us and we are grateful.”

Sister Jean Marie was born on September 16, 1940, in Seattle, Washington, and baptized Mary Jane. She was the fourth child of William and Anne (Heider) Lehtinen, coming into the family after Jean Anne, Bill, and Phil and before Sam, Paul, Don, Chris, and Ronnie. Chris and Ronnie were both adopted.

Read more about Sister Jean Marie (PDF)

Memorial gifts may be made to Adrian Dominican Sisters, 1257 East Siena Heights Drive, Adrian, MI, 49221. 

Sister's Memorial Card (PDF)

Service Recordings

Recording of Sister Jean Marie's Memorial Mass - After clicking the link, download the recording by right-clicking on the video choosing "Save video as." Worship Aid (PDF)

Recording of Sister Jean Marie's Ritual of Remembrance - After clicking the link, download the recording by right-clicking on the video choosing "Save video as."

 

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