MICHNIEWICZ, Sister Mary Colette (Felician Sister) - Sister Mary Colette (Wanda) Michniewicz, 93, peacefully went home to her God on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, at Holy Name of Mary Convent in Mississauga.
During her 76 years of religious life, Sister served as an elementary school teacher and principal from 1949-1966, and then taught at Holy Name of Mary High School for 21 years.
Being an extremely gifted artist and teacher, Sister Colette's art program for students from grades 9-13 in one classroom developed into an exceptional program. Following her time of teaching,
Sister served the Felician Sisters community ministering over the years as local superior, provincial secretary, provincial superior. In her later years, she volunteered at the Good Shepherd Centres in Hamilton.
Using her creative and artistic talent, Sister Colette completed many beautiful paintings and art projects for the Felician community and for others.
Sister will be remembered for her deep spirit of prayer and her compassionate and joyful presence. Sister Colette was predeceased by her parents, Frank and Stanislawa; as well as siblings, Tom, Zygmunt, Hedwig and Theresa.
Loving sister of Mary, Stella, Elizabeth and Joseph; and beloved aunt of many nieces and nephews. The Felician Sisters express their sincere gratitude to the Bayshore Agency nursing staff, Marilyn Chuli (LHIN Coordinator) and particularly their own employees who cared for Sister Colette with much compassion and dedication.
Friends may call at Holy Name of Mary Convent, 2165 Mississauga Rd., Mississauga, from 3:00-8:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 2nd. Wake Service at 7:00 p.m.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in the Convent Chapel on Friday, May 3rd, at 11 a.m. A Livestream link will be available.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Felician Sisters .
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