Sister Clare Roche professed final vows as a Sister of the Presentation in 1954, and spent 64 years teaching in New York and Louisiana, along with serving as a pastoral associate and receptionist.

Sister Mary Beth served the Ursulines of the Eastern Province for 60 years as an educator, administrator, and parish minister in the Bronx and Yonkers, bringing deep faith and compassionate care to all she served.

From the Bronx to the episcopate, Bishop McDonnell carried his New York roots and Cardinal Spellman's formation into a decade of healing leadership in Springfield.

Permanent Deacon Jorge Estela entered eternal life on February 20, 2026. He assisted at the Church of St. Peter/St. Mary of the Assumption in Haverstraw for more than 40 years

Deacon Quigley served the Archdiocese of New York for more than 50 years as a social worker, deacon, and administrator. He was honored with the papal award "Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice."