Passing of Sister Stan
Much-loved campaigner and advocate Sr Stanislaus Kennedy has died at the age of 86.
She passed away at St Francis Hospice, Blanchardstown. Sister Stan founded Focus Point, now known as Focus Ireland, in 1985, following her research into the needs of women experiencing homelessness in Dublin.
The Religious Sisters of Charity said she worked tirelessly to support the homeless, immigrants and those in disadvantaged communities throughout Ireland and beyond.
Sr Stan was born Treasa Kennedy on 19 June 1939 near Lispole on the Dingle Peninsula in Co Kerry.
We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Sister Stanislaus Kennedy, known to many as Sr Stan.
Author's summary: Sister Stan, a renowned campaigner, has passed away at 86.
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