Sister Maureen taught my senior English class at Dominican High School in Detroit. One day, I was looking out the window instead of paying attention in class. "Miss Mirasole," she called, "are you aiming to become a lawn specialist, or what?" Like an arrogant teenager, I replied, "No, just bored." The class gasped in horror, but Sister immediately snapped back, "Well, if you're bored, it's because you're boring!" WOW, she was really something, wasn't she? :)

Special condolences to Sister Fran Nadolny.

I remember how impressed I was, many years before the merger, at a meeting in Lansing dealing with financial aid, where Sr. Fay was in attendance. Everyone there had the greatest respect and highest regard for her and I think her presence, as a college president, was of great impact on the group of representatives and administrators in the state government. Her being there in person was a statement of how vital state support of financial aid programs was for our students. Years later, once our two institutions merged, I know she still was a leader in supporting student aid. I hope that the Lord provides her peace and rest from her worldly work, safe in the knowledge that she did her best for the students for whom she worked so long and hard. God bless you and keep you, Sr. Maureen.

Sr. Maureen was a blessing to all of Detroit in so many ways. In her the Order pf Preachers found new avenues to share the Good News through the ministry of education and of civic involvement. Particular condolences to Sr Fran Nadolny.

Rest In Peace Maureen. I look forward to that day when we see one another again! To all of my Sisters in St. Dominic, may our Gracious and Loving God touch your hearts.

To Fran in a special way, know that I'm thinking of you and praying for you. I will remember Maureen when I approach the Table of the Lord, Praising, Preaching and in Thanksgiving for the Gift Maureen was to you and to so many!

Once in a great while in one's life you have a true influencer whom you never forget, such was the case at Grosse Pointe St. Paul's when Sr. Timothy taught us in high school English, and I believe Religion classes. She opened up a wider world, and though only 12 years older than we were, and still in her 20s, she had wisdom wider than our own by far. She inspired to many at a critical moment in our emerging adult selves, and was not forgotten these many years. Such fun hearing all the testimonies, and being reminded of her humor, that unique laugh, and her ability to open minds while being so fun-loving. Remembrance of a "giant" of a woman, educator and warm human being. Grateful for having had her as a teacher, most esp. at a time in our lives when we certainly could use her great wisdom. In appreciation for a life well-lived. Applause dear sister; you were a "oner", that is, one of a kind, not easily forgotten. Peace.

Rest in peace, Sr. Maureen. Above all else, I will miss your laugh.

Rest In Peace, Sister Fay. You gave so much to our University during your many years of service. I was impressed by your generous spirit and wise leadership. You are loved and missed.