Sister M. Campion (Ursula Anne Kuhn), CSC
(April 11, 1919 - January 11, 2010)
Please, join in prayer of thanksgiving for this Sister of the Holy Cross who died on January 11, 2010 in Saint Mary's Convent.
Sister Campion’s name in community is almost synonymous with the name “archivist” since for 34 years she chronicled the history and events first of Saint Mary’s College and then the congregation. She was the “go to” person whenever there was a question regarding the history of the congregation or one of its members. She loved history and earned a master’s degree and doctorate in the subject from The Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C. She successfully used this educational background during her years of teaching and then applied these skills to her work in the Archives and Records Office.
The dictionary’s definition of an archivist is an exact description of the role Sister Campion played in her life as congregational archivist: to collect, organize and provide information... She used her experience and knowledge to become an important member and contributing presenter in the Holy Cross History Association, presenting more than 13 papers at annual meetings over her years as a valued participant. New employees also benefited from her wealth of knowledge because she proudly gave each group a glimpse into community history as part of the employee orientation.
Most will remember the many years that sister took her place at the ambo in the church to give the memento at the Wake service of each sister who died here at Saint Mary’s. Because of her years of experience interacting with many sisters, particularly in the East, and her ready access to archival records, she frequently interjected into these mementos a humorous or personal aside delivered with a graciousness that often brought a smile to those who knew the sister.
Sister Campion loved her family and her community and was devoted to both. Once a person became her friend, the friendship became a lifetime commitment. This loyalty was appreciated and gained for her many close friends who will miss her, as well as the many jewels of wisdom she generously shared.
May Sister Campion rest in peace.