November 10, 1936 – March 25, 2026
Please pray for the repose of the soul of Sister Martha Vincent Larkin, who died at the Teresian House in Albany, New York, on March 25, 2026. She was a Sister of St. Joseph for more than 70 years.
Born in Syracuse, New York, and raised in Rome, Sister Martha entered the Sisters of St. Joseph in 1954. Sister Martha earned a bachelor’s degree in social studies and a master’s degree in history from The College of Saint Rose, along with a master’s degree in theological and pastoral studies from LaSalle University.
Sister Martha was a beloved member of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet and a woman whose life reflected deep faith, compassion and tireless service to others. For 28 years, Sister Martha taught in schools throughout the Syracuse Diocese. In 1985, she began her ministry as Director of Religious Education, serving parishes in both the Albany and Syracuse Dioceses.
Sister Martha inspired generations through catechetical ministry. Her colleagues often described her as compassionate, humble and deeply committed, with extraordinary patience and a strong moral compass. She believed deeply in lifelong faith formation and in meeting people where they were, always encouraging spiritual growth and connection.
Sister Martha’s life was marked by kindness, wisdom and a profound love for God and neighbor. She will be remembered with gratitude by her sisters in community, her family and the many people whose lives she touched through her ministry.
Sister Martha was pre-deceased by her parents Mark Vincent and Martha Aungier Larkin as well as her sisters Marion Waite and Rita Stone. She is survived by her siblings Robert Larkin and Bette Gensheimer, as well as many nieces and nephews.
The Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet are grateful for the care Sister Martha received by the staff at the Provincial House and Teresian House.
Sister Martha Vincent’s wake will be held from 2-4 p.m. on Monday, March 29, in the Chapel of Saint Joseph’s Provincial House, Latham with a prayer service at 3 p.m. A funeral liturgy will be celebrated in the Provincial House Chapel on Tuesday, March 30 at 10:30 a.m.
Contributions in Sister Martha’s memory may be made to: Office of Mission Advancement, St. Joseph’s Provincial House, 385 Watervliet Shaker Road, Latham, NY 12110 or donate online.