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Beloved Loyola Chicago Chaplain Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt Passes Away at 106

Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, the cherished chaplain of Loyola University Chicago and a prominent figure in the NCAA basketball community, has passed away at the age of 106. Known for her unwavering support of the Loyola Ramblers basketball team, Sister Jean became a cultural icon, especially during the NCAA March Madness tournaments. Her contributions to the university and the basketball program have left a lasting impact, and tributes are pouring in from across the sports world as fans and players mourn the loss of this beloved figure.
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