Sr. Clarence Caspermyer, PHJC, 80, was received into the arms of her Savior on Sunday morning, May 1, 2011 at her residence in the Catherine Kasper Life Center, Donaldson, Indiana.
Sister Clarence was the youngest of nine children born to John and Johanna Caspermeyer in Quincy, Illinois on August 12, 1930.
As a young girl Wilma had made up her mind to become a sister. She entered the Poor Hand Maids of Jesus Christ in 1949 and took her vows in 1951. She became known to all as Sister Clarence.
Sister received her degree, in Nursing and then in Supervision. She loved caring for others and in so doing, she quickly and quietly became known as the female St. Francis and resident veterinarian all in one little woman. Sister Clarence loved animals from horses, to guinea pigs, deer to squirrels; she loved and blessed the animals and their owners.
When sitting quietly in the evening she would enjoy the reruns of the Lawrence Welk Show.
We leave you with one memory of Sister Clarence.
Goodnight, goodnight, until we meet again
Adios, AuRevoir, Auf Wiedersehn ‘til then
And though it’s always sweet sorrow to part
You know you’ll always remain in our heart
Goodnight, sleep tight and pleasant dreams to you
Here’s a wish and a prayer that every dream comes true
And now till we meet again
Adios, AuRevoir, Auf Wiedersehn.
Lyrics by Jack Elliott, music by George Cates.;
Visitation for Sister Clarence will be in the Catherine Kasper Home Chapel, 9601 Union Road, Donaldson, Ind., from 4:30 to 9 p.m., with the Prayer Service at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, May 3, 2011.
The Liturgy will be celebrated by the Rev. Ed. Konnerman at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, May 4, 2011, in the Catherine Kasper Home Chapel.
Internment will be in the Mt. Carmel Cemetery, Donaldson, Indiana.
Jill Cecil says
Dearest Sr.Clarence – What a wonderful gift you were to all who knew you. I will greatly miss our monthly visits. How Paca and I both so enjoyed seeing you. You always had a big smile and a funny comment for me and a doggy treat for Paca. I hope Paca was one of your many animal friends & other friend & family members who welcomed you home when you arrived. (Say hi to Paca for me.) Take care. Your sweet nature will be remembered for many years to come.
Dr. Sandra Cho says
Sister Clarence was a very special woman and loved to be the podiatry nurse when I was working there years ago. She always had a smile on her face and shared her stories and her love for all living creatures. I was honored to have known and worked with her.
Donna Grzych says
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Donna Grzych, West Associate
Jill Cecil says
Dearest Sr.Clarence – What a wonderful gift you were to all who knew you. I will greatly miss our monthly visits. How Paca and I both so enjoyed seeing you. You always had a big smile and a funny comment for me and a doggy treat for Paca. I hope Paca was one of your many animal friends & other friend & family members who welcomed you home when you arrived. (Say hi to Paca for me.) Take care. Your sweet nature will be remembered for many years to come.
Dr. Sandra Cho says
Sister Clarence was a very special woman and loved to be the podiatry nurse when I was working there years ago. She always had a smile on her face and shared her stories and her love for all living creatures. I was honored to have known and worked with her.
Donna Grzych says
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Donna Grzych, West Associate