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SISTER REBECCA LOWERS, CSJ, 79, died Saturday, April 5, in Villa St. Joseph in her 60th year as a Sister of St. Joseph of Baden. The daughter of George and Theresa Lowers, Sister Rebecca entered the Congregation from St. Mary Parish in New Castle.

Sister Rebecca Lowers, CSJSister served in elementary and secondary schools in the Diocese of Pittsburgh for more than 25 years. Her years of service included 5 years at Assumption School in Pittsburgh, and 13 years at Quigley Catholic High School in Baden. In 1984 Sister Rebecca began her more than 20-year internal ministry to the Congregation. During this time, Sister served as Resource Office Director and as a member of the Administrative Staff assisting the Leadership Team. Sister generously assisted many Sisters with writing resumes, seeking Sabbaticals, or exploring retreats.

After her retirement, Sister Rebecca volunteered as Clerical Aide to the Director of Supportive Living at the Motherhouse. In October of 2007, Sister was admitted to Villa St. Joseph due to declining health. Sr. Rebecca enjoyed a good game of cards, a good movie, or crocheting beautiful blankets. Her deep love of God was evident in her kind and gentle presence, which enriched the lives of all those whom she met.

Sister is survived by one sister: Jane (Thomas) Stickle of New Castle, and one brother: John Lowers of New Castle, nieces, grand nieces, and the Sisters of St. Joseph of Baden. Friends will be received Tuesday from 1–8 p.m. and Wednesday from 11 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. at the Motherhouse of the Sisters of St. Joseph in Baden. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered Wednesday at 4:00 p.m. in the Motherhouse Chapel. Burial will follow in the Sisters’ Cemetery on the Motherhouse grounds. Donations in memory of Sister Rebecca may be sent to the Sisters of St. Joseph Memorial Fund, St. Joseph Convent, 1020 State Street, Baden, PA 15005.

April 6, 2008


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