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Dear Ferrer Community,
It is with profound sadness that the Dominican Sisters of Our Lady of the Springs announce the passing of Sister Martha Kunesh, O.P. . Sister Martha passed peacefully, surrounded by her beloved Dominican Sisters.
Sister Martha devoted more than 60 years of her life to Catholic education in Ohio and New York City. She served as Principal of Dominican Academy for 20 years before continuing her ministry at St.Vincent Ferrer High School, where she served for 20 years as Assistant Principal and teacher, followed by four years as Principal.
While her accomplishments in education were many, Sister Martha’s greatest legacy was the love, kindness, and compassion she shared with everyone she encountered. Her life was a beautiful testament to her devotion to God and her selfless commitment to serving others. Through her leadership, guidance, generosity, and genuine care for students, families, and colleagues, she made an immeasurable difference in the lives of so many. Her influence reached far beyond the classroom and will continue to live on the hearts of all who knew and loved her.
Her passing is a profound loss for Catholic education, the Dominican Sisters of Our Lady of the Springs, and the entire Ferrer community. We are deeply grateful for the many years she devoted to our school and for the lasting legacy of faith, love, and service she leaves behind.
As Sister Martha would often say, “Peace and Joy” to us all. May she now rest in the eternal peace and joy of the Lord she loved and served so faithfully.
Funeral arrangements are below:
Wake:
Thursday, November 12th | 4:00 PM- 7:00 PM
John Krtil Funeral Home
1297 First Avenue (Between 69th and 70th Streets)
New York, NY 10021
Funeral:
Friday, November 13th | 10:30 AM
Church of St. Vincent Ferrer
869 Lexington Avenue
New York, NY 10065
Please keep Sister Martha, the Dominican Sisters, and all those who loved her in your prayers during this difficult time.
May we find comfort in the beautiful and faithful life she lived and the countless lives she touched.
Sincerely,
Sister Christine Cosgrove, O.P., PhD.
President
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Saint Vincent Ferrer High School was established in the tradition of St .Dominic, who strove to instill in others a lifetime commitment to Study, Community, Prayer, and Service. Saint Vincent Ferrer High School is sponsored by the parish of Saint Vincent Ferrer, located at 65th Street and Lexington Avenue. The first school was built in 1884 and was staffed by the Dominican Sisters of Saint Mary of the Springs. Presently, the Dominican Sisters of Our Lady Of The Springs administer and staff the school. The school was started to meet the educational needs of the immigrant population which was arriving into New York City. Today, we prepare young women from diverse backgrounds for college and a lifetime of learning. We provide a challenging and supportive environment that cultivates intellectual, spiritual, and moral values. Furthermore, we seek to empower our students to become responsible, independent, and principled members of the global community as well as effective witnesses of Christ's love.
