Sister Corita Bussanmas, co-founder of Operation Breakthrough, passed away 03-27-21 at the age of 87. A 50-year champion of children and families facing adversity, Sister Corita spent most of her life providing social services, education and health for those most in need.
“I have truly loved getting to know Sister Corita. She is one of those rare individuals who always saw the glass as “half full”—no matter what the circumstance—programming, people, support, sports, the list is endless. She believed in people and their potential, noting that many of those she spent her life serving remain overlooked and unseen. Sister Corita was an amazing trailblazer and her impact will be felt for many years to come,” said Mary Esselman, current Operation Breakthrough CEO.
Click here to read Sister Corita's obituary.
If you missed Sr. Corita's Celebration of Life on March 31, you can CLICK HERE to see the recorded service.
Instead of flowers, please consider:
Memorial contributions to The Sisters Berta and Corita Irrevocable Trust (for the care of the family)
at Country Club Bank, One Ward Parkway, Kansas City MO 64112
CLICK HERE to give to the trust online.
OR a gift to the children of Operation Breakthrough in memory of Sister Corita
at P.O. Box 412482, Kansas City MO 64141.
CLICK HERE to give to the Operation Breakthrough children online.
CLICK HERE to write a tribute to Sister Corita in the message box on our "Contact Us" page. We will post the tributes below.
Tributes
I would like to extend my Sympathy at the passing of Sis. Corita.
I was a student at St. Vincent/Operation Breakthrough 1973-74 while they had the elementry school & child care center on 31st & Flora. I was also Blessed to be able to help with the book they put together a few years ago. Both ladies are Angels walking on Earth. If you have the pleasure of knowing/sharing a part of your life with them you ARE BLESSED. I'm 60 years old and still "smile" at the memories I have of the time I spent with them, raising chicken's from egg's & eating them. Riding along with/as Sis. Berta "learned" how to drive a clutch bus. All the LOVING people that worked with them during my 2 years at St. Vincents/Operation Breakthrough. - Stephanie Palmer-Sillimon
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Angel among us
Since hearing of the news of the passing of Sr. Corita Bussanmus, the many memories I was so fortunate to have shared with her and Sr. Berta throughout my childhood have filled my mind. The many holidays they spent with my family once prompted a childhood friend to ask who they were to which I replied “they’re my Kansas City grandmas.” They were part of my family and as they have proved time and time again blood does not determine who your family is. No holiday was complete without me and my siblings eagerly awaiting the arrival of Berta and Corita and squealing with delight when they arrived. If we were having a celebration Berta, Corita, and all their children over the years were sure to be there.
As anyone who knows these two ladies knows Corita was the quieter of the two, but one could not mistake the gentle strength that Corita exuded. When I picture being in her presence, I feel an overwhelming sense of peacefulness, never ending love, and joy. She was always the one who would sit by my side and listen to me tell her stories while I put black olives on my fingers as a young girl. I can still hear her deep laughter at something silly I did. To this day I love black olives and think of Corita every time I eat them.
One can’t reflect on Corita Bussanmus and not think about Operation Breakthrough. My childhood was filled of stories about the early days of Operation Breakthrough and I have always been in awe of what they have accomplished. Corita’s never ending advocacy for children and those less fortunate has been a constant source of inspiration for me throughout my life. I strive to model myself after her in my teaching career. My dad gave me some excellent advice when I was a beginning teacher and it of course involved a story about Sr. Corita. “You have to have a look” he told me and proceeded to tell me a story of how Corita, who was running an inner city school would enter a room and with one look would quiet the room. Having seen first hand the determination she showed in fighting for their kids, I know she was not someone you wanted on the opposing side and have no doubt her ability to manage a classroom with a single look.
Another part of her legacy that I remind myself of every time I enter my classroom is to remain positive and find the good in each child because that is exactly what Sr. Corita did in every encounter she had with a child.
On March 27, 2021 the world lost a women whom I believe was an angel walking among us. The lasting impact that she had on the lives of everyone around her will no doubt continue to be felt for generations to come. May you Rest In Peace sweet lady. I will never forget you.- Katie Koch Yeckel
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What a legacy she and Sister Berta left for KC! So many children and families beautifully uplifted by their caring and love. Sister Corita will be missed. God bless her and all she has done to serve our city's poorest of the poor. – Courtney Fuchs
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The world and especially the children of Kansas City have lost a good and faithful servant. May she Rest In Peace.- Peggy VanDyke
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An amazing woman who created an amazing life of love for children and families.- Karla Kopp
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What an exceptional woman, whose gifts will ripple for generations in the lives of the thousands of families and young people she cared for. We were blessed to have her in our community. --Mayor Quinton Lucas
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A life well lived, for sure! This world was blessed by her beautiful heart. I wonder how many kids ended up living a different life because of Sister Corita’s love! – Tracey Passantino
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Her legacy of love and compassion will live forever. Rest in power kind soul. !—Randy Wenger
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Heaven truly gained a beautiful angel today! Sister Corita was one of the most amazing people that I have ever met and left such an amazing legacy for the children of this city!—Rita Sexton
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Her gentleness and her intelligence created a safe and loving place for so many children for so many decades. Rest in peace, Sister. You’ve earned your heavenly rest. –Dawn Taylor
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So sorry to hear this a special lady! Wonderful organization –Paula Henry
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Our Condolences to the Family!! Sending Prayers and Gods Blessings!!! –Cora Fayne
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This news breaks my heart. Heaven gained another angel today. RIP.-- Stefani Brancato
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O my God Blessed this Lady she been there for us. – Shelia Lapsley
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She helped create a fabulous legacy. Such a special woman. RIP—Daleen Unkefer Spradlin
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A wonderful caring woman who did so much for the Kansas City community. RIP – Maragaret Brede
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Farewell and ty for allowing me to care for the infants for 19 1/2yrs. – Vernetta Durant
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God bless you! You are a shining example!—Patty Myers
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So sorry to hear this! She was such a wonderful person and advocate!—Sue Tomassi Riggs
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Wonderful, loving lady. She is finally Home.--Bradley Mitchell
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She is proof that one person can change the world. – Claudia J. York
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“Well done, thy good and faithful servant”! Your legacy will live on! – Barb Roberts
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What a Beautiful example of living Christ like .. and with love for all . RIP Sister Corita . --Mary Engelmeyer
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She was an angel among us! Peace and blessings to her family and loved ones. --Courtney Long James
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Condolences to her family Corita, Berta and Juliet Low of Girl Scouts my inspiration. Such big hearts for youth.-- Penny Brinkley
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An amazing woman, advocate, and ally. I’m honored to have worked for her and seen her influence and compassion first hand. One person really can make a difference.-- Jessica Willemsen
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Waking up to see this is really sad. My deepest condolences to her family. --Adji Thiam
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She was a wonderful lady.-- Liz Nace
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A truly great woman. I had privilege of working on the Board and getting to know her. She could be a character. When the Board was deep in some issue Sr. Corita told me “I never worry. I sleep well every night.” I asked how that could be. She replied “Sister Berta worries for both of us.”-- Tad DeOrio
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A wonderful beam of light for the children and families she gave a hand up and provided many gifts. The biggest one was her Heart and Love.-- Rose Muñoz
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I'm so very sorry. Both Sisters were there for me and my family when we needed them most. RIP. --Dotty 'Self' Wadsworth
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Sending love & prayers to Sister Corita’s family --Karen Colston
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You and I and many of our fellow Yellow Freight coworkers spent hundreds of hours and dollars volunteering to help Sisters Berta and Corita and the children at Operation Breakthrough. It was one of my best experiences.-- Glenda Sours Chuck Duer
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What an enduring champion of children. We all must do more now.-- Annette LePique
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The world has lost an incredible lady.—Rose Koch
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What a loss and legacy. --Erica Orf-Ostroski
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She will truly be missed.-- Deanna Zimmerschied
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What a wonderful life of service.-- Laurie Paige
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Lynn Craghead Such an Angel on this earth.-- Lynn Craghead
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We lost a Great One.-- Leticia Pierce-Fisher
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Working with Sister Corita has been a highpoint in my life. Thinking about you and the kids Sister Berta. -- Kara Jean Knowing
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Oh my heart hurts. -- Kay Parkinson
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She truly embodied love and compassion. –Claire McDaniel
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Such a wonderful person—Christine Ann Farris
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Sending love to you all! –Nic Cain
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Sister Corita was proof of what a difference one can make. Heaven gained an angel. -- Sherrie King Graham
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She has left a glowing legacy. --Elly Welcher
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A very very wonderful person and face I will not forget.-- Shelly Lynn
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I love you mom – Jaylen Samuels
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Heaven gained a wonderful angel – Bobbi Jo
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The world is poorer without her. Prayers for her family. --Judy Bumpus
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With over 600 children served daily and an even broader impact to the surrounding community, Kansas City was lucky to have such a woman in their midst. May she rest in peace.—Kyri L. Gorges
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This is one of my personal heros. Sister Corita spent her life serving our youth in Kansas City. Thank you for your work Sister, may you rest in peace. My condolences to the family.—Tara Cartmill
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I was lucky to know Sr. Corita through my work at Operation Breakthrough. She was a true inspiration. RIP, Corita.—Gloria Baker Feinstein
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A life well-lived in service to others.—Pete’s Garden
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The lady who took care of me before Evelyn Boswell adopted me. RIP lovely angel.–Dominique Gabrielle Boswell
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The work the Sister Corita started has done so much to make our city better.—KC Auction Company, LLC
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In honor of Sr Corita
She was 88 years old and she has passed to the other side
She and Sr. Berta started Operation Breakthrough as a small operation in the 70s to care for children of the working poor in the urban core. It has grown exponentially over the years and added medical/dental services, food services, college application help and after school care and likely other things I don’t know about. Services are state subsidized.
Srs. Corita and Bertha exemplify for me a life well lived that watches over those who cannot speak - our working poor neighbors, children who otherwise starve or are in danger, moms and dads and grandparents going for a better life for their family.
So it’s a huge relief for me this institution will be here hundreds of years after they are gone- even if losing the Sister is one great lantern gone from our life.
Just think.
It started with two women who took in 50 kids - infant to preschool - and loved them. And then they just kept fighting for the good of all.
Just two people.
Please
Never underestimate your ability to change the lives of your community or the people you love
**Ever**
-Paz y Amor –-Linda Mc
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One of the two incredible women who started Operation Breakthrough 50 years. May she rest in peace.—Patty Slentz-Howard
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Your service is admired. I am proud to have loved and learned through the work of Sister Corita Bussanmas.—Natalie Beer
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Though I never met Sister Corita I’m saddened by her loss. She leaves behind a dynamic, growing organization that serves the needs of so many KC children.—Jonathan Bacons
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RIP Sister Corita – Joe O’Flaherty
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This is a true hero and champion. Rest well, you angel!—Chuck Duer
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I worked for Sr. Corita (and Sr. Berta) for several years, and learned more than I thought was possible. Mostly, they modeled how we are supposed to treat others, and that we are here to love with our whole heart. Thanks, Sr. Corita.—Jessica McDowell
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She was such a loving, caring, compassionate woman. I had many interactions with her when she brought kiddos into the Emergency Department at CMH. The way she loved all of those kiddos was amazing. RIP. – Amy Gordee
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Sister Berta and Sister Corita are the angels on earth and now Sister Corita can rest.—Sally Broughton
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Thank God for the life of Sr Corita and everything she did for the children and families of Kansas City—Renee Schultz
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It was an honor and a blessing to know Sister Corita Bussanmas. #hopecomesinpairs – Blair’s Foster Socks
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What a legacy of love, sacrifice and living grace.—Kari Heybrock
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Sr. Corita was the most gentle and caring soul I have ever met. I am immensely grateful to have had this amazing women as such a huge part of my childhood. She and Sr. Berta are a big part of why I became a teacher. Rest In Peace sweet lady! #angelonearth—Katie Koch Yeckel
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Such a beautiful person so glad I was able to meet you and I am fortunate to work for a company you founded . We all love you and will miss you Sister Corita—Kayla Marie
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Sending my condolences to family and extended family of OB. Sister Corita is one of my roots that passed onto me like a branch of a tree, to be willing to smile love and give from the heart, Thank You God for allowing Sister Corita too be a special blessing in my life and giving too me the knowledge of giving without expecting anything in return. Though I may have been grown when she came into my life, she taught me what a teacher is through her examples, thanks so much Sister Corita!!! See you later--Helen Hill
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Angel on earth! We will miss you. – Lexses Nostaw
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A woman of compassion and action – MK Mustard
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What she did for families in Kansas City can never adequately be put into words. She let her actions do her talking and we could all learn a thing or two from her example. Rest in Peace your excellent work is now done. – Kriss Kringle
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A good woman she was. – MyLord Johnson
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I can only imagine how the trumpets must have played when Sister Corita finally went home. I can only imagine the joy that Jesus had when he proudly welcomed her into her final reward. Fly high, Sister. You have certainly earned it. – Kimberly Glackin
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If the Catholic Church is looking for a saint, here she is.—Annette LePique
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Although I never had the honor of meeting her in person, I feel as if I knew her by having worked for this great organization in KC!-- Ashley Tomlinson
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Amazing woman. I’m honored to have known her and worked with her. – Tad DeOrio
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A selfless giving woman loved by many.—Debbie Whited Garr
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Rest in Peace Sister Corita – Fran Pachta
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So giving and loving! She helped countless children and their parents in the KC area. Welcome home! –Bradley Mitchell
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She was an amazing soul. May she Rest In Peace – Karese Love
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Sister Corita's legacy will shine on for years to come. Well done, good and faithful servant—Tauni Seyer
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May her legacy live on – Tamika TaSha
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Well done good and faithful servant. – April Downey
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I will miss you soooo much Mom. I will never forget everything you and Sister Berta did for me. From the time I was a baby till I got adopted. Even when I grew up, and I always came to visit. You guys always welcomed me in with loving arms.—Dominique Gabrielle Boswell
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This lady and her actions are why I like donating through local charities. Michael Mistler
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She was amazing! – Sheila Pitt
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What a remarkable woman. What a blessing for that community.—Wilma Pauline Goebel
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Her legacy has and will continue impact so many lives here in Kansas City.-- Caroline Chapman Magruder
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What a great loss, and even greater legacy! “Well done, Thou good and faithful servant.” Thank you, Sister Corita.—Helen Nelson
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"This little light of mine..." You're with the angels now, Sister Corita.—Marcia Lawrence
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I am so sorry yet celebrate her amazing life – Sharon Marison Cantrell
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Sr. Corita embodied Jesus's pronouncement "Let the little children come into me." Enjoy your Heavenly reward, Sister.—Maggie Doedtman
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Wonderful, caring and loving women, Rest In Peace – Marsha Norman
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Our Lord welcomes her home to His loving arms. Faithful servant She was a role model for all that is good and loving. She will certainly be missed.—Mary Aquino Quiroz
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She will be remembered for her caring heart and love of children.—Judith A. Lynch
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This little light of mine, I'm gonna let it shine. – Claire Jones Stevenson
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God bless her.—Debby Hassur
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Rest in Peace Sister.—Cynthia Emery Powers Chilen
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So very sorry!—Ginger Georgie
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Wow, what an inspiring story! – Simone Wisler
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Worked here through Head Start. AMAZING WOMEN.—Allyson Ermoian
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Such a wonderful and inspiring woman who helped so so many.—Bree Fallon
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Rest In Peace good servant—Coco Mcatee
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Operation Breakthrough loses an Angel – NiNi M. Harris
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I feel so lucky that I got to meet both Sister Corita and Sister Berta and volunteer at Operation Breakthrough while getting my MSW back in 1995. I learned about poverty and injustice firsthand and how two very small women could make a gigantic difference in the lives of so many people! – Margaret Edison
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She was an angel on earth and will truly be missed – Jennifer Robinson
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Truly a saint who walked among us.—St. Francis Xavier Parish KC – Kansas City’s Jesuit Parish
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So sorry! Such a loss—Roberta Holt-Kipper
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She is a true hero.—Anne Stohr O’Brien
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Thank you Maggie for taking such good care of her! – Jennie Clarke
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Rest In peace. – Sandy Milliron
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Amazing woman. . . – Sarah Guthrie
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We extend our prayers and condolences to her family and loved ones.—Cassandra Wainright
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R.I.P.—William Phelps
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My heart hurts so bad. – Dominique Gabrielle Boswell
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RIP – Suanne Troy Jackson
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OMG! She was principal at my elementary school. RIH.—Nedra Draughn
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Praying for the family RIP – Brionna Cokes
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Such a kind, caring woman. – Traci Eastep Scheible
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May she REST - IN –PEACE – John Reed
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Prayers – Mary Shockey
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PRAYERS – Rodney Meisell
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RIP Angel – Rose Billings Charles
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May her legacy live on – Tamika TaSha
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This makes me so sad I got to work with her on several volunteer projects and the love she had for kids in need was inspirational. – Tiffany Baker White
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Prayers – Kim Drone
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Prayers—Kathy Lesher Trotter
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She will really be missed. She was. Kansas City hero! – Mary Yount
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Oh no – Shan Fountain
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RIP Corita Bussanmas! Amelia Zang-Carta
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RIP Sister Corita thank you for everything you did for my family, my children and for the Kansas City community. Your legacy will live on!! – Erika Adams
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My heart...Bedlams Heart
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She was so awesome and did so much for the community Nekandra Scroggins and Robyn Potter isnt that Royce? Amanda Ruth – Angella King
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As a former Operation Breakthrough kid...this saddens me. Sisters Berta and Corita are truly assets to this community. – Shalyce Adamson
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My granddaughter attended there years ago also. – Melvin Johnson
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They truly are amazing.—Amy Ellis
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I had the privilege of hearing her speak multiple times. What a wonderful lady.—Kristin McGregor Overman
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Loved her and Sister Berta they were amazing women... worked with them over 20 years...—Bertha Rucker-Ross
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Sad news.—Estuardo Garcia
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Fly high – Tyran Olanthus Hill
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My sweet angel.—VanShay Purnell
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Prayers for family and friends—Margaret Herzog
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May God grant her Eternal Rest and Peace—RozeAnn Rittel
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RIP – Naomi Senna
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Prayers – Natalie Jane Christensen
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RIP – Helen Norvell
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Kansas City had lost one of it's greatest treasures. for all who knew her. Her memory is a blessing to the thousands of children and their families that she and Sister Berta have touched with grace.-- Jeanne Boone
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RIP wonderful lady you will be greatly missed thank you for your service. -- Kelly Bright Mellen
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God bless you!-- Susan Keyton
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Prayers --Kathy Lesher Trotter
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R.I.P. Sister Corita – April Oglesby
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R. I. P Sister Corita --Shelia Knighten
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I volunteered for operation breakthrough one year, the amount of toys they bring in around Christmas for kids in need is insane. RIP -- Marcus Alan Pier
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Media Mix of Kansas City supports Operation Breakthrough by contributions raised from different events we have each year. This is sad news to see that the founder of Operation Breakthrough has passed away. She started such a wonderful organization. -- Phillip Boldridge
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The kids interview was heartbreaking. I am sure as an organization we will be doing something. OB is a great place for kids. -- Kelly Swanson von Mosch
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Sister Corita was a tireless advocate for early childhood education and development! --Christine Jenkins
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R.I.P... God Bless...Terrance DoBetta
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Our thoughts are with Sister Corita’s friends and loved ones. We’re so thankful for all she contributed to our community!-- United Way of Greater Kansas City
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Prayers for a great woman. – John Coachman
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Bub-bye... – David Alan Dickens
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She was an amazing soul. May she Rest In Peace – Karese Love
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We all owe a debt of gratitude to the late Sister Corita Bussanmas for her work caring for our city’s children. Her Legacy continues at Operation Breakthrough. – Jackson County Missouri CASA
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Another of the greatest Kansas Citians ever. Rest In Peace Sister Corita, who championed KC kids, remembers: her ‘gifts will ripple’ for years. – Dean Davison
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RIP Sister Corita; you leave behind a great legacy with Operation Breakthrough and all it’s done for childen in the KC area. – Mark Whitaker
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Heaven has gained a new angel. Sister Corita leaves a wonderful legacy in Kansas City through the organization she co-founded – Operation Breakthrough – Gerardo Prado
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Sister Corita was more behind the scenes than her co-founder Sister Berta Sailer, but those who worked with her say she kept OB afloat by understanding the books, the accounting. Sister Corita also LOVED the ROYALS! – Laura Ziegler
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Sister Corita Bussanmas was committed to helping children and families, she’ll be missed. “I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith” 2 Timonty 4:7 – Julee Jonez
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Kansas City’s own Mother Teresa – made such a difference in the lives of so many less fortunate! RIP – Kelly Tines
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Bears repeating, “Our actions are our prayers,” Sister Corita Bussanman – Matt Frawley
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What a life. What a legacy. – Dia Wall
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Sister Corita Bussanmas *was* the change she wanted to see in our community – which will forever be a better place, because of her. We were blessed to have her. Rest in Heaven, Sister – Gabriella Pagan
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Sending many prayers. – Eighty-Seven & Running
