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Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, chaplain for the men’s basketball team at Loyola chicago who became a beloved international celebrity during the school’s fairy-tale run final four The 2018 NCAA Tournament player of the year has died, the university announced Thursday night.
She was 106 years old. Health problems caused her to step down from her role at the university in August, although the school said she remained as an advisor in the final months of her life.
“In many roles at Loyola during more than 60 years, Sister Jean was an invaluable source of wisdom and grace for generations of students, faculty and staff,” said Loyola President Mark C. Reed.
Reed said, “While we feel a sense of sadness and loss, there is great joy in his legacy.” “Her presence was a profound blessing to our entire community and her spirit resides in the lives of thousands. In her honor, we can aspire to share with others the love and compassion Sister Jean shared with us.”
Sister Jean – born Dolores Bertha Schmidt on August 21, 1919, then took the name Sister Jean Dolores in 1937 – became one of the most talked-about personalities during that 2018 NCAA Tournament. He did countless interviews and was even celebrated with a bobblehead in his likeness.
He published a memoir in 2023, “Wake Up with Purpose! What I Learned in My First 100 Years,” sharing lessons he has learned throughout his life and offering spiritual advice.
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