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Sister Vianney Brett
Alice Brett was born in Wellington on 5 June, 1871. Her parents were George and Mary Brett (nee Maher). Alice entered the Sisters of Compassion at Buckle Street and on 28 November, 1904, received her Religious name Sister Mary Vianney.
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Sister Camillus Walker
Mary Jane Walker was born in Wellington on the 28 May, 1879. Her parents were Alexander and Mary Walker [nee Knox]. Mary entered the Sisters of Compassion at St. Joseph's Home, Buckle Street, on the 15 August, 1903...
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Sister Stella Maris Langer
Stella worked with and was concerned for people suffering with disabilities. On leaving the Sisters of Compassion, Stella corresponded regularly with Sister Bernadette Mary. There was a beautiful friendship between […]