Sister Mary Margaret SND, Former Nun, Dies at 92

Longtime member of Sisters of Notre Dame congregation passes away in Chardon, Ohio

Mar. 10, 2026 at 2:11pm

Sister Mary Margaret SND, formerly known as Sister Mary St. Maurus, passed away on March 6, 2026, at the age of 92 at the SND Health Care Center in Chardon, Ohio. She was a beloved member of the Sisters of Notre Dame congregation for 72 years.

Why it matters

Sister Mary Margaret's passing marks the end of an era for the Sisters of Notre Dame, a Catholic religious congregation that has played a significant role in the Chardon community for decades. Her life of service and dedication to the congregation is a testament to the enduring commitment of the Sisters of Notre Dame.

The details

Sister Mary Margaret was the daughter of the late Maurice Leo and Edith Mary (nee Ford) Kerr. She was predeceased by her siblings, including Father Joseph Kerr, S.M., Francis (Eileen, deceased), Maurice (Mary, deceased), James, and Mary Keefe (John, deceased). She is survived by cherished nieces, nephews, and other family members, as well as her fellow Sisters of Notre Dame.

  • Sister Mary Margaret passed away on March 6, 2026.
  • Her Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, March 13, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. at the Sisters of Notre Dame Center in Chardon, Ohio.

The players

Sister Mary Margaret SND

A 92-year-old nun who was a member of the Sisters of Notre Dame congregation for 72 years.

Sisters of Notre Dame

A Catholic religious congregation that has had a significant presence in the Chardon, Ohio community for decades.

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What’s next

The Mass of Christian Burial for Sister Mary Margaret will be live-streamed on the Sisters of Notre Dame website for those unable to attend in person.

The takeaway

Sister Mary Margaret's passing marks the end of an era for the Sisters of Notre Dame, a congregation that has been dedicated to serving the Chardon community for generations. Her life of service and commitment to the congregation is a testament to the enduring values and mission of the Sisters of Notre Dame.