Dying Moments

St. Catherine, in her final moments on earth was overtaken by a stroke that initially paralyzed her from the waist down. Eight days later on April 19, 1380 she died in the arms of her friend, Alessia Saracini. St. Catherine was later canonized in 1461 by Pope Pius II. Saint Catherine is also the first female Doctor of the Church; a great feat. Her feast day (or day of recognition) is celebrated on April 19, 1380.