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In Memory

Sister M. Nazarius Sweeney, IHM

November 4, 1889 – October 12, 1953

Sister M. Nazarius Sweeney, IHM, of the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, died on October 12, 1953 in Kingston, Pennsylvania.

Daughter of William Sweeney and the late Anna Coyle Sweeney, she was born on November 4, 1889 in Ashley, Pennsylvania; and given the name Julia R. She entered the IHM Congregation on September 8, 1911, received the religious habit on December 27, 1911, and made profession of her vows on December 30, 1913.

She is survived by two brothers, William, Jr., and Thomas; two sisters, Helen and Mrs. Mary McNelis; nieces and nephews.

Interment will follow the Mass of Christian Burial at St. Catherine’s Cemetery in Moscow, Pennsylvania.

Memorial contributions may be made to support the retired IHM Sisters c/o the IHM Sisters Retirement Fund, IHM Center, 2300 Adams Avenue, Scranton, PA 18509.

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