Sr. Elaine "Fay" Hagen, CSJ

Elaine Fay Hagen and her family, moved to the San Diego area from Salem, Massachusetts in 1942, when Fay was seven years old. She had one brother, Bill who was four years older than she.

Fay entered Community in 1960 following years working at Mercy Hospital. Her early years of ministry were in grade school and High schools. She particularly loved her ministry with St Vincent Center and Father Joe Carroll. In addition to feeding the hungry, clothing the poor and serving those in need, they were able to open the first elementary school in a homeless shelter in conjunction with the San Diego School District.

In each of her missions, she developed life-long friendships. Fay was good-natured and pleasant; she worked with efficient ease, affection and a sympathetic heart. May the gentle compassion she graciously gave to others, now be given to her in abundance by God’s Divine Generosity.

Donations in memory of Sister Fay Hagen may be sent to: Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, 11999 Chalon Road, Los Angeles, CA 90049.

Please join us by Zoom for the Service of Remembrance on Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 2:00pm

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The Funeral mass for Sr. Fay will be held Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 10:30 AM at Carondelet Center, St. Joseph's Chapel, 11999 Chalon Road, Los Angeles, California, followed by Luncheon in the main Dining Room. Following will be the Committal Service at 1:30 PM at Holy Cross Cemetery, 5835 W. Slauson Avenue, Culver City, California.