Sister Inah Canabarro Lucas, the beloved Brazilian nun and football aficionado, has passed away at the impressive age of 116, marking the end of an era of inspiration and vitality.
Tribute to Sister Inah Canabarro Lucas: The Heart of Brazilian Football and Faith
Tribute to Sister Inah Canabarro Lucas: The Heart of Brazilian Football and Faith
The world's oldest person, Sister Inah Canabarro Lucas, passed away at 116, leaving a legacy of love and devotion.
Sister Inah, born on June 8, 1908, in southern Brazil's Rio Grande do Sul, became a cherished figure in her community, not only for her age but also for her unwavering faith as a Catholic nun since her early twenties. Her family honored her tradition of celebrating her birthday with a cake shaped like the stadium of her favorite football team, Sport Club Internacional, which underscored her life-long love for the sport.
Having been blessed by Pope Francis in 2018, Sister Inah attributed her remarkable longevity to her faith, expressing that "he [God] is the secret to life." Following her passing, which occurred peacefully in her home within the Teresian Sisters' community in Porto Alegre, the title of the world's oldest living person has transitioned to 115-year-old Ethel Caterham from Surrey, England.
Sister Inah had enjoyed generally good health throughout her life, only undergoing a cataract surgery at the age of 106. Her family noted that although her hearing and vision had diminished in her later years, she was known for her strong routine and cheerful disposition. "She liked to get up, eat, and pray and sleep at the same time each day," they shared.
The spiritual community and sports team she loved paid their tributes to her, with Sport Club Internacional expressing their deep sadness over her passing while celebrating the essence of kindness, faith, and devotion she embodied. Sister Rita Fernandes Barbosa, a co-ordinator at the religious home, emphasized Sister Inah's gratitude and positivity, stating that she had "never complained."
Born with a calling for religious life, Sister Inah was immersed in faith from an early age. She attended a religious boarding school at 16 and later taught Portuguese and mathematics after returning to Brazil in 1930, demonstrating her commitment to education alongside her spiritual journey. Sister Inah Canabarro Lucas leaves behind a legacy characterized by dedication, discipline, and an enduring love for her faith and football.
Having been blessed by Pope Francis in 2018, Sister Inah attributed her remarkable longevity to her faith, expressing that "he [God] is the secret to life." Following her passing, which occurred peacefully in her home within the Teresian Sisters' community in Porto Alegre, the title of the world's oldest living person has transitioned to 115-year-old Ethel Caterham from Surrey, England.
Sister Inah had enjoyed generally good health throughout her life, only undergoing a cataract surgery at the age of 106. Her family noted that although her hearing and vision had diminished in her later years, she was known for her strong routine and cheerful disposition. "She liked to get up, eat, and pray and sleep at the same time each day," they shared.
The spiritual community and sports team she loved paid their tributes to her, with Sport Club Internacional expressing their deep sadness over her passing while celebrating the essence of kindness, faith, and devotion she embodied. Sister Rita Fernandes Barbosa, a co-ordinator at the religious home, emphasized Sister Inah's gratitude and positivity, stating that she had "never complained."
Born with a calling for religious life, Sister Inah was immersed in faith from an early age. She attended a religious boarding school at 16 and later taught Portuguese and mathematics after returning to Brazil in 1930, demonstrating her commitment to education alongside her spiritual journey. Sister Inah Canabarro Lucas leaves behind a legacy characterized by dedication, discipline, and an enduring love for her faith and football.
