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Sister Philomena Quillivan
Jane was born at Manganoho, Whanganui. Her Irish father, Patrick, and her Scottish mother, Catherine, migrated with their families to New Zealand in the mid-1880s. Jane was educated at the Manganoho School gaining her Certificate of Proficiency in 1908.
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Sister Loreto Curry
Margaret Anne Curry, daughter of Frederick Curry and Doreen Marie (nee Beale) of 312 High Street, Carterton, was born in Masterton on 14 June, 1936. Loved sister of Natalie Cheer, Gerard, John, Michael, Patrick and Marie Therese
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Sister Celine Martin
Barbara was born in Rotorua the daughter of James and Myrtle Martin. The family moved to the Bay of Plenty where Barbara received her education and quickly entered into the local life of the environment. Helping on the farm, Barbara inherited a great love of animals which she retained throughout life...