Remember in Prayer Board Members Who Have Passed to be With the Lord
sr. cELESTINE DALY
The year 2026 marked the end of Sister Celestine Daly’s earthbound service. Following a brief illness, she was peacefully called home to the Lord on Saturday, May 2, 2026.
The foundation Children in Need (CIN) was born during Sister Celestine's sabbatical in San Antonio, Texas, where she met George Gisin. After she shared her deep passion for her mission and the complex challenges she faced in Zambia, George was inspired to help. He quickly recruited a board of directors, and together they established the organization.
Over the next twenty-plus years, Sister Celestine's work with CIN flourished, bringing profound progress to Zambia. Under her guidance, children were fed, teachers were employed, homes and churches were built, and local farms were sustained with vital fertilizer and seed. The feeding program she established provided dependable nourishment to the homeless, tenderly referred to in Zambia as "the Vulnerables." Furthermore, she championed the drilling of numerous water wells, bringing clean, safe drinking water to remote rural areas for the very first time.
In 2019, Sister Celestine returned home to Ireland, concluding her hands-on tenure in Zambia. However, her dedication never wavered; she remained actively involved with Children in Need as a trusted consultant and advisor to the board.
While we deeply mourn her passing and miss her presence, we take comfort in knowing she rests with the Lord, enjoying her eternal reward enveloped in pure light and love.
Kathy Gisin
Children in Need suffered heartbreak when the Lord called Kathy Gisin to His side on August 8, 2024. Kathy was a member of the Board of Directors of Children in Need almost since its inception. She was a valued and prolific member of the board, participating in fundraising and promoting our cause in Zambia. Those who knew her delighted in her company, as she was loving, charitable, and devoted to her faith. Her sense of humor was infectious, and she knew how to socialize and have fun. Although her health issues hampered her mobility, she found the strength to attend Children in Need board meetings regularly. When she could not attend in person, she would connect via Zoom. Her selflessness and positive outlook were an inspiration to those around her. We will miss her dearly, but we all know she made a tremendous impact on those who knew her and made a lasting impact on the people of Zambia, whom she served with honor, vigor, and love.
Ben Davis
Children in Need suffered a tragic loss on June 27, 2023, when Howard E. (Ben) Davis passed away surrounded by family and friends. Ben Davis served on the Children in Need board of directors since its inception in 2002. He graciously hosted meetings in his office for several years as the organization grew. He remained an active member of the board until his death. Ben will be remembered for his generosity, wit, and energy for the organization. He recruited his wife and the love of his life to serve on the Board of Directors and she does so to this day. Ben was a devoted alumni of The University of Notre Dame and remained active in the Alumni Association. He served the Lord through his actions and devotion. Ben was active in the Acts retreats, attending many over the years. He was committed to the principles and goals of our organization. Ben was loved and remembered for his wit, love for Our Lord, his generosity and his infectious laughter. He will be fondly remembered by all of us, and we miss him deeply.