Sr. Elanor Reisinger, OSF

Sr. Eleanor Reisinger, OSF, Sister Eleanor (formerly Sister M Alberta) entered the Sisters of Saint Francis of Millvale July 16, 1948 drawn by a quiet but unwavering desire to serve God through simplicity, prayer, and the daily work of community life. Over the decades, she became a living witness to the Franciscan spirit-humble, steady, and deeply rooted in trust. Sister Eleanor spent much of her ministry as a teacher in elementary schools in the Pittsburgh, Greensburg, and Altoona-Johnstown dioceses, where her calm presence and patient, process oriented approach shaped generations of students. She was never one to seek attention; instead, she offered a quiet strength that helped others grow. Upon retiring from teaching, Sr Eleanor worked in the business office at Mount Alvernia as a Claims Processor, where she ministered for the next 15 years. After she left the business office, she continued in other forms of Congregational service until Sister took up residence at The Province of Wexford in 2019. Within the community, she was known for her thoughtful way of moving through the world. Sister Eleanor approached every action-whether preparing a classroom, or simply walking down a hall-with a deliberateness that revealed her inner life. Her steps were unhurried, her gestures intentional, her attention fully given to the moment before her. She taught, without ever needing to say it, that holiness is found not only in great works but in the grace of doing small things with great care. Sister Eleanor also delighted in the simple joy of making candy, a craft she shared generously with sisters, friends, and visitors. Her confections became a quiet ministry of their own-small, sweet reminders of the love she poured into even the most ordinary moments. In February 2026, Eleanor became a resident at Concordia at Villa Saint Joseph where she continued to minister by her gentle spirit and Franciscan presence. Eleanor will be remembered for her humility, her constancy, and her deep trust in God's presence in the ordinary. Her life was a quiet witness to the beauty of fidelity-day after day, year after year, lived with grace. May she rest in the peace of the God she served so faithfully. Beloved daughter of the late Albert and Bertha (Supper) Reisinger; loving sister of Norma (Joseph) Guttman, Marlene Reisinger, Arthur (Nancy) Reisinger. She is also survived by one niece, four nephews, three great nieces, five great nephews, four great great nephews, and also many loving cousins in the United States and Austria. Viewing will be held on Friday, May 8, 2026 at St. Aidan Parish, St. Alexis Church, 10090 Old Perry Highway, Wexford, at 10:30 am until the time of the Funeral Mass at 11:00 am. Interment at Mt. Alvernia Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Sisters of St. Francis of the Neumann Communities, 225 Greenfield Parkway, Suite 208, Liverpool, NY 13088. Heartfelt thanks to Concordia at Villa Saint Joseph and Good Samaritan Hospice for their loving care for Eleanor over these last few months. Live Streaming may be available, please check the parish website. Professional services trusted to D'ALESSANDRO FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY LTD., Lawrenceville. www.dalessandroltd.com.

Sr. Elanor Reisinger, OSF

March 21, 1930 - April 29, 2026