I am a graduate of St. Luke's School in Flint, where Sister Lee (Michael Therese, as I knew her) was leading us in the 7th grade class, I believe. This would have been in 1961-62 scholastic year. I have been a Passionist Brother since 1968, when I made my first profession of vows. Since 1975 I have served as a missionary and am currently a member of our Korean Province. I have worked as a novice director, retreat house director, local superior and council member for many years.
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In 1962, I asked to speak with Sister Michael Therese privately. She was the first person I ever spoke to about my desire to be a religious. She was wonderfully supportive of my desire to do so. For some reason, I thought of her just an hour ago, and I wanted to thank her for her support, love and prayer that firmed my resolve to enter the Passionists. She was a blessing in my life. I put her former religious name in Google and it led me straight to this site. Her very rich career tells me of how much she accomplished in her life as a Dominican, no doubt helping others in their resolve to choose the right path for them. Thank you, Sister. I think of you too late in one sense, but your image and your kind words have been a part of my life for so long. As you glance down from your heavenly home, pray for me and for all those who have known ou over the past 60 years and more.

Sr. Lee was at St. Jude in Detroit when I arrived there in my first assignment after her brother Ordained me in March of 1989. I always found it a pleasure to work with Sr. Lee and she taught me many things, and was a great source of support in my first assignment. We left at the same time in 1993, but it was always a pleasure to meet at different events and keep in touch through Pat and Mike. As the Cooney's always gathered together on Sunday evenings, now they are together in the Kingdom....

As principal of St. Mary Catholic Central High School in Monroe, Michigan I had the pleasure of employing Sister Lee. Always professional, Sister Lee was the Director of Guidance and served on the administrative team. During her time at SMCC, the Guidance Office ran like a well-oiled machine and I always knew that the students were getting the best guidance and care. May Sister Lee rest in peace.
Brother Bob Livernois, CSC

I was a frequent flyer of Sr. Lee’s.... 🤦🏻‍♀️
Always being sent home or made to call home because my skirt was too short, or my inside out sweatshirt didn’t count as a sweater, (😂) or my socks were incorrect.
She was constantly calling me to her office, such the rebel and difficult child I was. 😬
Thank you for the life lessons and for always trying to guide me in the right direction, RIP Sister Lee. 🙏🏻

Erinn Simons (former student at St. Jude)

Family friends for years May Sister Lee RIP happy to be with her family All our Love Joanie & Tommy

Sr. Michael Therese was a wonderful teacher and friend. She taught my typing class. She was quick to smile with us and she was probably my favorite teacher! May she rest in peace.