A Life Remembered: Sister Anne Dennehy FMDM (1921-2016)

On 15 August 2016, Anne passed away peacefully in her beloved country, Ireland.  She was born in Cork, Ireland on 21 February 1921. Anne had been a dedicated FMDM all her Religious Life – going where she was sent and always enjoying what she did.

In 1987, Anne she made a trip to Australia where she worked with Sister Sarah Duggan in Pastoral Care department in Mount Alvernia, Bendigo. She was greatly loved by the patients and when left Mount Alvernia, the staff turned out in full force to bade farewell to a woman who had made a real difference during her time in the hospital. Later, she worked in the Pastoral Care Team in Portiuncula Hospital Ballinasloe, Ireland.

Anne will be remembered for the support she gave to so many and her approach to life with a great sense of humour.