In Loving Memory of Sister Rosemary Connelly, RSM

February 23, 1931 – June 19, 2025

With great sadness, we share that our dear Sister Rosemary passed away on June 19th, after entering hospice a short time ago.

On Monday, June 23, a wake was held at Misericordia, and her funeral took place last Tuesday at Holy Name Cathedral. Both events were overflowing with the many, many friends of Misericordia. And while it is a sad time, we are comforted by knowing that Sister Rosemary is at last reunited with her family and the Lord.

We extend special thanks to Lois Gates and Bob Noga, as well as Sister Rosemary’s care team, for the wonderful care they provided at the end of Sister’s remarkable journey. We will continue to honor Sister Rosemary and her amazing legacy by helping to maintain a community where our residents may live lives of kindness, dignity, respect, and love.

Please keep Sister Rosemary, her family, the Sisters of Mercy and the entire Misericordia community, including our caring Staff, in your prayers.

Click HERE to watch the recording of her funeral service

Click HERE to read a wonderful tribute in the Chicago Sun-Times

Click HERE to read more about Sister's impact on the city in Block Club Chicago