Catherine A. Floe
November 22nd, 2024
Lil Sheehan (1912–1993), an Irish immigrant and skilled private nurse, became a cherished caregiver for Vancouver’s elite after resuming her career in 1957. Known for her expertise, compassion, and charm, she cared for prominent figures like Alma VanDusen and Aldyen Hamber, leaving a lasting impact on the city’s caregiving legacy. Her story, recounted by her daughter Catherine A. Floe, through her book, Ever a Nurse (Paper Trail Publishing $21.95), also explores 1930s nursing practices, early treatments for infectious diseases, and the post-war Irish Catholic immigrant experience. The biography pays tribute to Lil’s remarkable life while highlighting unsung Vancouver residents and a vibrant west-side community. 9781068875304
Hello,
I recently read Catherine Floe’s “Ever a Nurse” and am keen to read the book she wrote about her move to Canada:
The Leaving of Leperstown: The Story of the Sheehans of Leperstown, Dunmore East, Co. Waterford# by Catherine Floe (Galiano Island, BC: C. Floe, 2005). It’s 197 pages, illustrated. ISBN 0973891300 (9780973891300).
Would you be able to help me obtain a copy of this book. I have not had any luck finding it through the local bookstores, Amazon or in our public libraries. I know it was self-published so an seeking your help in trying to locate a copy.
Thank you
Suzanne Nixon
Vancouver,BC
Perhaps try ABE books at abebooks.com
They are one of the best second hand, online book stores.
If you have an ISBN number, that helps.
Or, because they are a self-published author, try tracking them down???
One other thought … in an effort to find the author (so you can get a copy of the book), try the Federation of BC Writers. Catherine Floe might be a member. Tell them you want a copy of her book.