Sister cared for the aged and disadvantaged in the Homes of Compassion at Island Bay, Silverstream, Timaru and Wanganui. From 1978 till 1984 she worked in our Homes in Wagga Wagga and Broken Hill. Sister’s holistic approach to the people she cares for and for their extended family has benefited many people. Over the years Sister Helena has supported many families in practical ways where she has given her time. In recent years she has been actively involved in Pastoral Care with those living in the wider community.
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Sister Natalie O’Meara
Margaret Teresa O’Meara was born at Totara Flat, West Coast of the South Island, on 15 November, 1885. Her parents were Michael and Catherine O’Meara (nee Kennedy).
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Sister Helen Wells
Martha Wells was born in Wellington on 11 September, 1889. Her parents were Peter Francis and Susan Wells (nee Holdsworth).
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Sister de Sales Smart
Lucy Smart, the daughter of Enoch Smart and Margaret Smart (nee Goodwin), was born at Prebbleton, Canterbury, on 26 February, 1871. She was one of the four Postulants who entered at Buckle Street and began Novitiate training on 14 April, 1904...