Fr. Anselm Sheehy (1861-1884)

Frater Anselm Sheehy passed away October 16, 1884.

The following is taken from “Frater Anselm Remembered” in an October 1994 edition of Abbey News and Views, authored by Brother John Kaighin: “October 16 is the 110th anniversary of Frater Anselm Sheehy. Very little is known of Frater Anselm.  He was born October 2, 1861, in Washington, D.C.  He entered the novitiate of St. Benedict’s Abbey July 19, 1881, and made his first vows July 25, 1882.  He received minor orders on August 20, 1882.  He was a member of the Sodality of the Blessed Virgin at St. Benedict’s College.  He died of consumption on Oct. 16, 1884.”