Sister Kathryn Frances McTague, SSJ, Dies at 92

The longtime nun served in dioceses across the Northeast before her passing.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 2:13pm

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A soft, blurred photograph in warm, muted tones depicting the interior of a religious sanctuary, with indistinct shapes of candles, stained glass, and pews creating an atmosphere of quiet contemplation.The passing of Sister Kathryn McTague marks the end of an era for the Sisters of Saint Joseph and the broader Catholic community in the Northeast.Cape May Today

Sister Kathryn Frances McTague SSJ, formerly known as Sister Edward Angela, passed away on March 30, 2026 at the age of 92. She had entered the Sisters of Saint Joseph in Chestnut Hill in 1951 and professed her final vows in 1959, going on to minister in dioceses across Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York over her decades-long career.

Why it matters

Sister Kathryn's life and service as a Catholic nun exemplifies the important role that religious orders have played in communities across the Northeast for generations, providing education, social services, and spiritual guidance. Her passing marks the end of an era for the Sisters of Saint Joseph and the broader Catholic Church in the region.

The details

Born to the late Edward and Frances McTague, Sister Kathryn attended St. Rose of Lima Grade School and West Catholic High School before joining the Sisters of Saint Joseph in 1951. She professed her final vows in 1959 and went on to serve in the dioceses of Allentown, Camden, Newark, and Philadelphia over the course of her ministry. She is preceded in death by her brother Daniel McTague and sister Angela Glazer, and is survived by her niece, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephew, and members of her religious congregation.

  • Sister Kathryn passed away on March 30, 2026.
  • A visitation will be held at Saint Joseph Villa on April 9, 2026, followed by a Mass at 10:30 AM.
  • A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on May 18, 2026 at 12:30 PM at Our Lady Star of the Sea Church in Cape May, New Jersey.

The players

Sister Kathryn Frances McTague, SSJ

A longtime nun who served in dioceses across the Northeast before passing away at the age of 92.

Edward and Frances McTague

The late parents of Sister Kathryn.

Daniel McTague

The brother of Sister Kathryn, who preceded her in death.

Angela Glazer

The sister of Sister Kathryn, who also preceded her in death.

Sisters of Saint Joseph

The religious congregation that Sister Kathryn belonged to and served within for decades.

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The takeaway

Sister Kathryn's life and service as a Catholic nun reflects the important role that religious orders have played in communities across the Northeast for generations, providing education, social services, and spiritual guidance. Her passing marks the end of an era for the Sisters of Saint Joseph and the broader Catholic Church in the region.