Blessed Gaetana Sterni

Blessed Gaetana Sterni, also known as Cajetana Sterni, was born on 26 June 1827 in Cassola, Vicenza, Italy. She was the daughter of Giovanni Battista Sterni and Giovanna Chiuppani, and she had five siblings. Her father served as an administrator for the country property of the Mora, who were members of the Venetian nobility. The family lived comfortably until Gaetana was about 15 years old when tragedy struck. Her elder sister, Margherita, passed away, followed by the death of her father. To add to their financial difficulties, Gaetana's brother Francesco left home to pursue a career as an actor.