CHICAGO - Loyola University Chicago will honor its beloved chaplain, Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, with a wake and funeral Mass this week following her death at age 106.

What we know:

The university and the Sisters of Charity of the Blessed Virgin Mary announced Monday that services will take place Oct. 15 and 16 at Madonna della Strada Chapel on Loyola’s Lake Shore Campus.

Sister Jean, a cherished member of the Loyola community, served as chaplain for the men’s basketball team and became a national figure for her faith, optimism and school spirit.

Service Details:

Both services will be held at Madonna della Strada Chapel, with overflow seating available in Rooney Hall at the Mundelein Center. Shared below are the service details:

Wednesday, Oct. 15

4 p.m.: Chapel opens

5 p.m.: Wa

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