Loyola's Sister Jean, who became a March Madness icon, dies at 106

Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, Loyola Chicago Chaplain, Passes Away

By The Moral Compass on October 10, 2025

Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, known worldwide for her spirited support of the Loyola Chicago men’s basketball team during their memorable 2018 Final Four journey, has passed away.

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