Sister Jean was an American religious sister of the Sisters of Charity of the Blessed Virgin Mary who served as the chaplain for the Loyola Ramblers men’s basketball team.
Sister Jean Biography
| Full Name | Jean Dolores Schmidt |
| Nickname | Sister Jean |
| Profession | Religious sister, and Chaplain |
| Date of Birth | 21 August 1919 |
| Age | 106 years old (as of 2025) |
| Birth Place | San Francisco, California |
| Nationality | American |
| Hometown | San Francisco, California |
| Gender | Female |
| Zodiac Sign | Leo |
| Ethnicity | White |
| Religion | Christianity |
Education Qualification
| School | St. Paul’s High School |
| College | Mount St. Mary’s College (now Mount S. Mary’s University) Loyola University (now Loyola Marymount University) |
| Education Qualification | Bachelor of Arts Master of Arts |
Sister Jean Age
Sister Jean was born on 21 August 1919 in San Francisco, California, United States. She was 106 years old at the time of her death, and her zodiac sign was Leo.
Sister Jean Relationships
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
| Affairs/Boyfriend | None |
| Spouse/Wife | None |
| Children | None |
Sister Jean Family
| Father’s Name | Joseph Schmidt |
| Mother’s Name | Bertha Schmidt |
| Brother’s Name | Not known |
| Sister’s Name | Not known |
Career
| Debut | She started her career as a teacher and her spiritual journey start in 1991 |
| Awards | 2016 – Honorary doctorate from Loyola |
Sister Jean Height And Weight
| Height (approx) | In centimeters – 152 cm In meters – 1.52 m In feet & inches – 5’0” |
| Weight (approx) | In kilograms – 53 kg In pounds – 117 lbs |
| Eye Colour | Brown |
| Hair Colour | White |
Sister Jean Death, Cause of Death
| Date of Death | 9 October 2025 |
| Place of Death | Update soon |
| Cause of Death | Natural |
Sister Jean Net Worth
| Net Worth (approx) | $1-5 million (at the time of her death in 2025) |
| Annual Income (approx) | Not known |
| Salary (approx) | Not known |
| Income Source | Not known |
Some Lesser Facts About Sister Jean
- Sister Jean was born in San Francisco, California, and raised in the Eureka Valley neighborhood.
- She first considered becoming a nun while she was in third grade.
- She attended St. Paul’s High School, where she played on the girls’ basketball team.
- After completing her high school in 1937, she entered the Sisters of Charity of the Blessed Virgin Mary convent in Iowa.
- She completed her B.A. from Mount St. Mary’s College and earned her M.A. from Loyola University of Los Angeles.
- Sister Jean began her career as a teacher at St. Bernard School in Glassell Park, California.
- She moved from California to teach at Mundelein College in Chicago in 1961.
- In 1991, she began work at Loyola University and became the team chaplain for the Ramblers men’s basketball team, after three years of joining.
- She was awarded an Honorary Doctorate from Loyola for 50 years of service in 2016.
- Sister Jean drew national attention when Loyola appeared in the 2021 tournament.
- In August 2021, the plaza outside the Loyola CTA station was named after her to celebrate her 103rd birthday.
- In September 2025, it was announced that she had retired from all her duties at Loyola due to health reasons.
- Sister Jean passed away on 9 October 2025, at the age of 106.
FAQ:
How old was Sister Jean?
106 years old (in October 2025, at the time of death)
What is Sister Jean full name?
Sister Jean’s full name was Jean Dolores Schmidt.
What is Sister Jean’s net worth?
As of 2025, Sister Jean’s estimated net worth is between $1-5 million.
Who is Sister Jean’s husband?
Sister Jean was a nun, and she never married.