Dolores Bertha Schmidt, who became known across the country as Sister Jean, the beloved and enthusiastic chaplain of Loyola Chicago basketball, died Thursday at 106 years old. "Loyola University ...

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Jean Dolores Bertha Schmidt, best known to college basketball fans as Sister Jean of Loyola University Chicago, has died, the university confirmed Friday night. She was 106 years old. Sister Jean grew ...

Sister Jean is saying farewell. The legendary 106-year-old superfan and team chaplain of the Loyola Chicago men’s basketball program has retired after spending over half a century offering ...

Sister Jean, the 106-year-old chaplain for the Loyola-Chicago men's basketball team, is retiring from her official duties. Health concerns led to the decision after she was unable to attend a game in ...

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