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Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, Men's Basketball Chaplain, Dies at 106

Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, the men's basketball chaplain at Loyola University Chicago, passed away on October 2025 at the age of 106.

She gained international recognition during the team's improbable Final Four run in 2018, where she cheered courtside in her unique basketball attire, including a letterman jacket, a burgundy and yellow scarf, and custom Nikes.

Sister Jean became an international celebrity during the team's improbable Final Four run in 2018.

Author's summary: Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt dies at 106.

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