Rev. Mother Regis, one oE the Auckland Sisters of Mercy, died at Sfc. Mary's Or phanage, Ponsonby, on Dec. 15th, from an affection.of the heart), at the age of sixty. The deceased was born at Drogheda, Ire land, and came to this colony some thirty five years ago. She presided over St. Mary's Orphanage for the pasb three years, and previously she had been elected Rev. Mother of the Sisterhood for two successive terms, representing in all six years. . For some time, also, she was Rev. Mother in Onehunga. She was a very able nun, re markable for piety, learning, and adminis tractive ability. The deceased had a long and painful illness. There was a large gathering at the funeral, which took place on the morning of December I7fch at St. Mary Star of the Sea, Ponsonby.
