Meet Our Family

Alice just celebrated her 100th birthday. Many of the “old-timers” here in Gallup remember when she used to work at the Old Penney’s; she always had such a welcoming smile to all. Now she enjoys going to Mass and praying the Rosary.

–Alice Castillo celebrates 100 years   

I feel so blessed to be working with the Little Sisters here at Villa Guadalupe help in them serve their vocation. They are truly an inspiration to myself and our employees in sharing God’s loving and supportive environment for our employees who work so hard caring for our residents.

-Art Olona Human Resources Director

It is so good to be back in Navajo land! This is my third time; I have been the collecting Sister before and also had the Kitchen. It is so good to see so many familiar faces and many old friends.

– Sr Christine pictured with Bobbie
Collecting Sister/Development

Ella Mae Kee has been in the Home for many years. Her favourite place at Villa Guadalupe is the Chapel (Mass and the Rosary).

"I have been working for Little Sisters of the Poor in the laundry since 1997. I love working to keep the Residents looking clean and well-dressed. The spirit of Saint Jeanne Jugan is such an inspiration for me. I only wish I could perform like she did."

– Lucille Smith, Laundry