Local nun turns 100 years old, celebrated for decades of sharing a love of music with children

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ELIZABETH TOWNSHIP, Pa. — An Elizabeth Township nun celebrated her 100th birthday on Saturday.

Sister Mary Geraldine Vargo serves at the Sisters of Divine Redeemer just outside Buena Vista.

The church says that, along with 100 years of life, sister Geraldine is also celebrating 80 years of service with the church.

Over the years, she’s also taught hundreds of children to love music and play the piano.

Channel 11 photographer Sophie Young captured the spirit of the special occasion.

Watch the attached video for Sister Vargo’s life story.

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