Sr. Stanislaus Kennedy

Sincerest sympathies to the Kennedy family and Sisters of Charity on the passing of Sister Stan. Her kindness, decency and relentless efforts for those less fortunate were a great example to all and she truly had a life well lived. Rest Well Sister Stan and thank you.

To all of you who knew & loved Sr. Stan; those whom she served & those she served with, I wish to extend my sincerest condolences.
She was an inspirational role model & showed what it is to be Christian.
‘Well done, good & faithful servant’.
May she rest in eternal peace with God. x

Sincere sympathy to the Kennedy family in Lispole, the sisters of charity in the community and all her work collagues. (Ar dhéis Dé go raibh a-anam dílis)
She was an inspiration to all of us she was such a beautiful person

Sincere condolences to Sr Stan's Community, colleagues and family. I had the good fortune to participate on a working group initiated by Sr Stan to explore setting up an Irish rural network that could participate in the fledgling European Rural Network. Irish Rural Link was established. I was its founding chairperson and Mary Owens was secretary. A lesser known achievement of Sr Stan, that got the job done with humour and fun. May her gentle soul Rest in Peace.

Sharing my condolences to Sr. Stan’s family, to Sr. Síle, to Stan’s community and to those who loved her. I had the privilege, like so many more, to be a little part of Stan’s big journey through a life lived with huge purpose and grace. Focus Ireland was a special place for me and my friends and colleagues: there is a group of us who still meet regularly to honour the special experience and friendships forged there. Thank you Stan for your kindness to me and mine, and for the vision for a society that offers kindness to all.

“Belief isn’t always easy,
But this much I have learned –
if not enough else –
to live with my eyes open.”

Sincere sympathy to all who knew, loved and relied upon Sr. Stan. May she finally find rest and peace at last.

Sincere Sympathies to all who mourn the passing of Sr Stanislaus.
Rest in Eternal Peace 🙏

Remembering Sr. Stan with a smile - always welcoming (the Sanctuary), always encouraging (Focus Ireland), always listening (Irish society) with an open heart & fierce determination to make people’s lives better. May you rest in peace - thank you for all you have done - the fun, the kindness & peace you shared with others. Keeping your family & friends in my thoughts at this sad time. Rest in eternal peace Sr. Stan

My deepest sympathy to you Eileen and all the Kennedy family on the sad passing of Sr. Stan. May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Sister Stan inspired and her inspiration lives on.
Many Thanks,

Brian

Dear sister Stan, my deepest condolences to the friends and family. I never met you but I read your book seasons of the day a book of hours and I’d to tell you truly that it changed my life and allows me to be in touch with my creator. Thank you so much for all that you do. Forever grateful 🌸

My sincere sympathies to Sr. Stan's family, friends and the Sisters of Charity on the loss of a wonderful woman.
She was the heart of those without shelter, a rose in the night wind, a light shining in life’s darkness.

Ba í bláth na ndaoine

Beannacht Dé lena hanam.

Thank you Sr. Stan for being a great missionary. A missionary for justice among the marginalised in our country, which is one of the wealthiest countries in the world.
Rest in peace.
Denis Hartnett, M.H.M. Knock Shrine

Rest in peace Sr. Stan ,your good works go before you.
Well done ,good and faithful servant of God.
Berna Boran

A true definition of a life well lived. She left stardust across everything she touched which will continue to benefit us all for years to come. I feel honoured to have known her and I will miss her greatly. Rest in Peace Stan

Heartfelt condolences on the sad passing of Sr Stan to your siblings, your Sister of Charity family & a huge circle of friends in Focus IRL & helpers in Focus IRL Charity shops, all u had achieved in life , amazing , what would we have done without some of our dedicated nuns & priests, I have the pleasure looking after some as a chiropodist/podiatrist in Dublin, especially Sr of Charity who only other day Sr Helen with the family & Community helped organise Sr Stan’s Farwell Mass in Donnybrook Church, an honour for sure.

Requiescat in Pace Sr Stan

(Ursuline College past Pupil Genevieve)

My deepest sympathies and condolences to Sr. Stan's family, friends and the Sisters of Charity on the loss of a wonderful woman. Her light shines on & she continues to inspire. May her beautiful soul rest in peace. 🙏

Sincere condolences to the Kennedy family, the Religious Sisters of Charity and Sr. Sile Wall on the sad passing of Sr. Stan.
It was a privilege working with such an inspirational woman.
May she rest in peace

Blessed to have known and worked with Sr. Stan for a period of time in the Sanctuary. She was a remarkable being and someone who has left an indelible mark on our society ...and on my own life!
Ár dheis Dé go raibh a hanam dílís. Grá Mór Sr. Stan.

My deepest sympathy to Sr.Stan's family, community, friends and colleagues. I had the absolute pleasure and privilege of meeting and walking with Sr.Stan and Josie on a Camino some years ago. RIP Sr. Stan

My sincere sympathy to Sister Stan’’s family, friends and congregation after a lifetime of unwavering service. She was the best of Kerry.
Ar dheis laimh De go raibh a anam dilis.

1980 .. expelled TCD I needed 1 placement to complete social work degree! Everyone ran a mile except Stan in Kilkenny. We’ve always kept in touch - her mischievous sense of humour to the fore - last time we met in Arbour hill with her beloved dog , we gossiped..

My deepest sympathy to Sister Stanislaus' family and friends on her sad passing. May She Rest In Peace.

Sincere condolences to Sr. Stan’s family. It was a pleasure to have met her, she was a gracious, gentle, and compassionate woman. May she rest in peace.

Deepest sympathy to all Sr Stan’s family and friends. I’m very sorry for your great loss at this sad time. May the late Sr Stan rest in peace.

My deepest sympathy to all of Sr. Stan's family, friends and religious community. She dedicated her life to the most vulnerable and downtrodden and those left behind and forgotten about. May she rest in peace. RIP Sr. Stan.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam uasal.

My deepest sympathy to the family, friends and admirers of Sr Stan.

RIP Sr. Stan. A great woman. A life of service supporting the homeless and most needy in Ireland. Sincere condolences to Sr. Stan's family, extended family, Sisters of Charity colleagues, and all the people she has worked with. I met Sr. Stan a few times in The Sanctuary https://www.sanctuary.ie/ She will be missed. Sr. Stan and Br. Kevin will already be organising, supporting wherever they are now. Continue to guide for the good of all in Ireland.

Thinking of Síle, Josie and Sr Stans wider family including Focus Ireland family - past and present. An incredible woman with a deep commitment and compassion for others. We were privileged to have worked with her over many years. Her legacy lives on in the thousands of people she has impacted over her lifetimes service. Rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy to Sr Stan’s family and all the Religious Sisters of Charity on the death of Sr Stan.
May the light of Heaven shine on her in the home of the Father of love, and reward her for all her outstanding work. What a pleasure it was to have volunteered with her.

Sincere sympathy to Sr Stanislaus, community, her family, and friends
She was a great person, a outstanding woman. May she rest in peace.

My sincere condolences to you Áine, Brian and the extended Kennedy family on the loss of your beloved aunt. May her kind and caring soul rest in eternal peace.

My deepest condolences to all in Sr Stan’s community and her family on her passing.What a unique and special person she was- having know her over many years , she always responded to any offer of, or request for , help immediately and quietly- no fuss, just action. Her legacy will live on and benefit so many , and for those of us who were privileged to know her, the memory of that gentle, focused Kerry voice will remain with us whenever we read her words. Nuala

Deepest condolences to all the family, friends and many colleagues on the sad loss of Sister Stan. She will be greatly missed and long remembered for her immense contribution to social justice in Irish society. She was a real powerhouse! It was a privilege to have known Stan and to have campaigned with her over many years on issues that she championed in her work with the Immigrant Council of Ireland. She leaves an incredible legacy of course through her important work on housing provision with Focus Ireland, and her powerful advocacy on behalf of those without homes. Thinking of all who knew her at this sad time. With sincere sympathies and very best wishes, Ivana.

My deepest sympathies to Sr Stan's family, friends and colleagues.
I was lucky enough to meet Sr Stan a few times during the period I worked in Focus Ireland. I can say with certainty that she has been an inspiration to me throughout my career in Focus and moving into social work. She was a special woman who has left a positive mark on Dublin and the people she has met.
RIP Sr Stan

To Sr Stan's family
I am so sorry for your loss. She did so much for others. I hope her kindness inspires us all to live better lives.

Sr. Stan, you've left us but your spirit and presence will remain etched deeply in our hearts and minds. Your memory will inpire those who worked with you across many social justice initiatives but more importantly, your memory will be the face of comfort for the thousands to whom we you brought hope, light and encouragement. You lifted many out of the abyss of fear and darkness to places of light and possibility of new beginnings. Your empathetic compassion lightiled ways for the many who needed a star to follow. You were that forever star and we thank God that your gospel based vision, faith and prayer deep within your heart radiated the loving kindness of God since your first moment as a Religious Sister of Charity. Your unwavering commitment to your Order's Charism and your own spiritual journey are legacies that will remain etched in our collective, conscious minds. From your heavenly seat look upon all who desire to fulfill the work you began many decades sgo. To all your Sisters in the Order, your family, your family of workers and the families you brought in from the cold, your were truly Christ's presence. Thank you Sr. Stan. Go dtuga Dia suaimhneas na bhflaitheas agus gra mor duitse.

Sincere Sympathy to family of Sr Stan
She was a joy deal with when Organising few Benefit Dinners for Focus over years,
May Good lord grant her safe lodging, May she rest in peace Amen

May your gentle soul find the peace that it truly deserves on the other side. Thank you for all the good you done on earth. Rest well Sr Stanislaus Kennedy.

Rest in peace Sr. Stan
What a wonderful person, loved listening to you on the radio, you will be sadly missed,you have done so much good work here
What a lovely soul! Now in your heavenly home.

Rest in peace Sr. Stan. You lived your faith and were such a wonderful example of a true Christian. Thank-you for all the goodness you brought to the world during your time on earth.

Our deepest sympathies to Tom, Bridie, Tim, Ita and Tomás and to all of the wider Kennedy family, Sr Stan's fellow Sisters, colleagues and friends on your sad loss. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam.

I am so very sad to hear of the passing of Sr Stan. She has been such an inspiration to me during my time compiling the Kilmore Quay church newsletter. Her wise words have helped me in my daily life. She is a living saint and will be sorely missed. May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Tá cara na mbocht ar lár.
Beannacht Dé lena hanam.

Ah Sr Stan, you are with God now. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for being such a decent human being. I have no words to express my admiration for you. I will pray to you!
For you will someday be a Saint. Together with Brother Kevin. Dublin will be a lesser place without you both. May you rest in peace. Thank you Sr Stan

RIP Sr Stan. I will always remember you on the radio in the mornings on RTE Radio 1. Always loved listening to you reading.
Sincere Condolences to the RSOC and Sr Stans Family.

Sincere sympathy to Sr. Stans family and friends, a wonderful woman, may she rest in peace

Sr Stan was an inspiration to many.
A life well lived. May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Deepest sympathy to St. Stan's, Sister, Brother and extended family on your loss. Rest in peace Sr.Stan.

Rest in peace Sr.Stan. Your work on earth is done. Rest in heavenly peace.

Rest in Peace
Sr Stanislaus

A huge loss to society.An inspirational lady who motivated people to get things done.
Rest in peace

A remarkable woman who devoted her whole life to the wellbeing of others. Rest in peace Sr Stan.

Rest in Peace, Sr. Stan

Sr. Stan stepped up to offer help to an activist group I was involved with many years ago, when we took a stand against the Iraq War. She provided accommodation to a member of the group from abroad who needed somewhere to stay while on bail. Her kindness on that occasion to a group that was under pressure, often dealing with chaotic circumstances, while she was already helping the needy on a daily basis, struck me as extraordinary.

I offer my deepest condolences to those who worked with Sr. Stan closely. Her example will resound for a long time to come. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam.

God bless you Sister Stan!
The likes of you don't come around too often, and mores the pity!
You are in my eyes 'A Saint'!
Thank you for being you! May God and his Angels give you a welcome you truly deserve.
Thank you Sister Stan....... your work is done here now, may you rest in eternal peace,🙏🙏🙏

Rest in Peace Sr Stan.
You helped so many people through your work. ❤️🙏

A life well lived.
RIP Sr. Stan

Our deepest sympathy from all in Moyne C.S. to Sr. Stan's Community and the Congregation of the Religious Sisters of Charity, her family Eileen, Thomas, extended family, her colleagues, especially Rachel Collier and all the past and present staff in the Young Social Innovators, on the passing of the most incredible inspiring Social Innovator and Leader. She has left a lasting legacy in the hearts of thousands of young people and any of us that had the honour and privilege of meeting her through the Y.S.I. Sr Stan showed us ' how to be the change she wanted to see in the world'.
May she now enjoy eternal peace, joy and love that she so richly deserves.

Deepest sympathies to Kevin, Áine & Sinead, and to all Sr Stan’s family and to the Congregation of the Religious Sisters of Charity. Sr Stan set an example for all of us to live our lives by. May she rest in peace.