100th birthday celebration held for Sister Mary Caritas

A special birthday celebration was held Thursday night in Holyoke.
Published: Sep. 15, 2023 at 1:49 PM EDT
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HOLYOKE, MA (WGGB/WSHM) - A special birthday celebration was held Thursday night in Holyoke.

Sister Mary Caritas recently turned 100 years old.

Sister Caritas is a member of the Sisters of Providence and served as president of Mercy Hospital from 1977 to 1993.  

Many local buildings have been named after her, including the nursing home, Mary Meadows at Providence Place.  

Thursday night’s birthday celebration was held at The Log Cabin.