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old age, died peacefully, assisted by his confreres. He would have had his 92nd birthday
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| Prot. n� 5-2002 Zagreb, 16 gennaio 2002 After sixty-nine years of religious life and
sixty-two years of priestly service, Fr. Ivo Marcelic, TOR died at the age of 85 on January 13, 2002, after a long illness. Fr. Ivo Marcelic was born on January 16, 1917, at Preko (Croazia) to Šimun and Marija Marcelic. After he finished elementary school he entered the minor seminary on September 1, 1927. He made his novitiate at Krk and professed his first vows on August 3, 1933. From 1935 to 1941 he attended courses of philosophy and theology at the Catholic Faculty at Zagreb. Fr. Ivo professed his Solemn Vows on April 25, 1937, and was ordained to the priesthood on July 7, 1940. From 1941 to 1943 he served as a chaplain at Kotari and from 1943 to 1947 he was a chaplain at Ogulin. Later he was assigned to Zadar as superior of the friary. From 1950 to 1953 he was the superior of the friary of Herceg_Novi. He was once again assigned to Ogulin from 1953 to 1958, this time as superior of the house. Three times (in 1956, 1959 and 1962) Fr. Ivo was elected as a provincial definitor and from 1960 to 1963 he was a member of the community of St. Michele at Zadar. During this time he served as a preacher in various dioceses. At the beginning of 1965 Fr. Ivo served as a priest at S. Nicola in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. During 1967 he was stationed in Washington, DC, for one year after which he returned to Pittsburgh. In 1975 he once again was transferred to Washington where he ministered until 1983 when he requested to return to his own country and to the friary of St. Francis at Odra in Zagreb. From 1984 until his death Fr. Ivo was stationed at Ogulin. During this time he devoted himself in a particular way to the administration of the sacrament of penance. Fr. Ivo suffered the diminishment of his eyesight and a number of other illnesses during the last part of his life and was restricted to his bed. Fr. Ivo Marcelic was a friar of constant prayer and to many friars and friends he was known for his often quoted moto: "Jesus, be our life and our hope!" The funeral Mass for Fr. Ivo was celebrated by the Minister General, Fr. Ilija Zivkovic, on January 15, 2002, in the Chapel of St. Giacomo in the cemetery of Ogulin together with more than thirty concelebrants and large group of faithful. In his words of farewell the Minister General stated that Fr. Ivo will always be remembered as man of community, prayer, Christian asceticism and serenity. After the funeral Mass the Minister Provincial presided at the burial rite. Let us beg the Lord that He welcome Fr. Ivo into His Kingdom of light and peace! Fra Dario Covcic, TOR Fraternally, � |
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CONVENTO S. CALOGERO
a friar of the Province of the Sts. Joachim and Ann for the past 38 years, died at the age of 72 at the Convent of St. Calogero al Monte di Sciacca on January 20, 2002.
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BRO. GEORGE PUTHENPURACKAL, TOR (1930-2002) St. Thomas
Brother George Puthenpurackal, the youngest of three sons of Michael and Clara was born on November 12,1930 at Vaduthala, Ernakulam, Kerala. His eldest brother Mr.George passed away last year and his only surviving brother is Mr.Job. After graduating from St.Albert's High School, Ernakulam, Br.George joined the Order on June 2, 1954 and made his First Profession at Gokhla on June 3, 1955, in the hands of late Bishop Urban McGarry, T.O.R, the then Commissary Provincial. He made his Solemn Profession on June 3, 1958 at Ranchi. Brother George valued his identity as a Religious Brother and lived a simple and devout life serving the Lord through prayer and piety and fulfillment of humble duties at the friary. He served the Community mainly in the field of House administration, supervision of building construction and as a librarian. He spent many years in the formation houses of the Order.� The responsibilities that Brother has fulfilled at different places from 1958 till 2002 speak volumes about his sense of commitment and surrender to the will of God. The places that Brother served over the years include Bishop's House, Bhagalpur; Franciscan Ashram, Gokhla; Franciscan Ashram, Bhagalpur; Sacred Heart Novitiate, Babumahal; St.Francis School, Poreyahat; St,.Francis School, Deoghar; Franciscan Training Institute,Ranchi; Assisi Bhavan, Meenangadi; Assisi Bhavan, Bangalore and Assisi Niwas, Ranitalab. In the year 1993 Brother underwent a bypass surgery at Bangalore. The last assignment that he fulfilled with singular devotion was as librarian of Mount Assisi Senior School, Ranitalab. He always carried out his responsibilities diligently and with a sense of dedication. With the passing away of Brother George, the T.O.R Community in India has lost a loyal and dedicated friar who labored hard along with the Pioneer Missionaries for the building up of the TOR Missions during the early years. The senior priests of Bhagalpur Diocese remember him for his amiable nature and loving care for them during their Seminary days when he was Minister at Bishop's House. Many people fondly remember Brother for his jovial nature and committed life. We do miss the simplicity and Franciscan serenity of Brother George.� He lived 48 years as a humble son of St.Francis and departed from us in the embrace of Sister Death. The Mass of Christian burial was held at 10.00 A.M on Tuesday, the 12th of February at St.Francis Church,Gokhla presided over by Rt.Rev.Thomas Kozhimala, Bishop of Bhagalpur assisted by Fr.John Kochuchira,TOR,Provinical ,St.Tomas Province, Fr.Hilarius Barla,TOR, Provincial, St.Francis Vice-Province,Fr.Varghese Puthusseery S.J, Jesuit Provincial of Dumka and Fr.Celestine Murmu, V.G of Bhagapur Diocese. Fr.Mathew Kavipurayidam,TOR served as the Master of Ceremonies. Fr.Aloysius Kattady,TOR who was a companion of Br.George� from the Novitiate days� preached the homily. He described Br.George as a person whose life was characterised by commitment to God, sense of community and concern for others. He pointed out that the beloved deceased commanded respect of others by his dignified conduct and exemplary life. At the end of� the Liturgy, glowing tributes were paid� to Brother George by Bishop Thomas Kozhimala, Sr.James,Provincial of � Holy Family Sisters; Sr.Regy, Provincial of Franciscan Clarist Sisters; Sr.Salome, Delegate of the Provincial of Teresian Carmelite� Sisters; and Fr.James Alunkal, representative� of the Diocesan Priests of Bhagalpur. Thereafter Fr.John Kochuchira,TOR expressed� sentiments of gratitude to one and all. The last rites of Br.George were performed by
Fr.John Kochuchira, Provincial and the mortal remains were laid rest at St.Francis
cemetery, Gokhla. A large number of friars, Priests, Sisters and friends participated in
the funeral rite. May the merciful Lord grant him eternal bliss ! Fraternally � � �
Subject: Communication of the death of Bro. Etienne Chauffingeal. Delegation of Our Lady of the Assumption - France.�
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Brother Rafael Terrassa Lliteras, TOR
died at the Porci�ncula, Majorca, on Sunday March
17, 2002. At the time of his death he was a member of the fraternity of the Porci�ncula
as a resident in the provincial infirmary. � USE BROWSER LEFT BACK ARROW TO RETURN Announcement of the Death of Bro. Wasantha Perera, TOR As the Provincial of the Vice Province of Our Lady of
Sri Lanka Bro. Wasantha Perera, TOR
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called by the Lord on March 17, 2002. After a period of pastoral work in catechetical and educational fields Bro. Wasantha started his priestly studies in the National Seminary at Ampitiya as a student of philosophy in 1998. After his philosophical studies he spent one year of pastoral and community experience. He taught at St. Andrew's College in Puttalam and he served in Thudalla Parish and at our orphanage at Hewadiwela during his pastoral year. In October 2000 brother resumed his priestly studies as a student of theology. At the time of his death he was in the second year of theology. The Most Rev. Fr. General, the Very Rev. Fr. Provincial, the friars of the Province, the Rector of the National Seminary, and the Dean of Theology of the National Seminary were present at the concelebrated Holy Eucharist for Bro. Wasanth. Nearly three hundred clergy and religious attended the funeral service which was held at St. Anthony's Church at Waliweriya. I request you to pray for the happy repose of the soul of our beloved friar who sacrificed his life to save another.
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� I have the extremely sad duty to announce to you that our friend and brother, Bro. Denis Nathi Hadebe, TOR died at the young age of 25 years on March 16, 2002. Bro. Denis was born on June 13, 1976, the sixth of nine children born to Mildred Mabaso and Vincent Hadebe. He joined the TOR community in the Vice Province of St. Joseph on February, 2000, and, after a two year formation period, professed Simple Vows on January 12, 2002. After profession he went home for a visit with his family and friends. When he returned from holiday he showed some symptoms of a strange sickness which began like a flu. He went to a nearby clinic twice for treatment, but the sickness got progressively worse. Bro. Denis was then given permission to return to his home in order to try traditional medications. He was accompanied to his home by the Minister Provincial and the Vicar Provincial. Bro. Denis remained home nearly a month after which time his parents reported that his condition had deteriorated. The Minister Provincial visited him at his home on March 14th and found him to be a very weakened state. Denis asked to return to the community, but his family felt that travel would be too dangerous for him. He was admitted to the hospital on the next day, March 15th and died on March 16, 2002, at the age of 25. After some discussion with the family it was decided to allow them to bury their son and relative at the family cemetery. He now rests with the deceased of his family, but he will never be far from our hearts. A Mass for the repose of the soul of Bro. Denis was celebrated by Very Rev. Cosmas Mdladla, the Minister Provincial, and attended by the TOR fraternity on March 18. A Mass for Christian Burial was celebrated by Fr. Cosmas on March 23rd at his family home at Danhauser. The Mass was attended by TOR friars and Denis' family and friends. Bro. Denis did not live with us for a long time, but he has been an angel to all of us in the TOR fraternity and is missed so very much. Our hearts are heavy as we wish him a happy and blest journey to his heavenly home. AMay the angels of God welcome you and present you to God, the Most High.. In Christ and St. Francis, For the eternal repose of Bro. Denis please apply the prescribed suffrages our General Statutes: 61, 62, 63, 64, 65, 66, 67.� Fraternally USE BROWSER LEFT BACK ARROW TO RETURN USE BROWSER LEFT BACK ARROW TO RETURN
March 24, 2002 At 10 a.m. on Palm Sunday, March 24, 2002, Sister Death embraced our brother FR. JOS� ROIG NOGUERA, TOR � a member of the fraternity at S. Francisco de Palma de Majorca. Fr. Jos� Roig Noguera was born in Porreres, Majorca, on December 11, 1910, to Miquel Roig Barcel� (+1952) and Margarita Noguera Rebassa (+1963). He was invested in the habit the Third Order Regular of St. Francis on August 26, 1926 at the Porci�ncula in Majorca and professed his first vows in the same place on October 3, 1927. Fr. Jos� professed his Solemn Vows in Rome on April 2, 1933, was ordained by Archbishop Mons. Josep Miralles in Palma on December 23, 1933, and celebrated his first Mass on January 1, 1934, at the college seminary at the Porci�ncula. Fr. Jos� studied humanities at Llucmajor, Palma and at the Porci�ncula. He began his study of philosophy and theology at the Porci�ncula and then transferred to Rome where he continued his studies from 1932 to 1935. He received his bachelor degree in theology from the Gregorian University of Rome and later returned to Palma de Majorca where he received his degree as a teacher. He also developed some courses for the School for Studies in Ramon Llull and in 1935 investigated the "fundamental criteria for Llullian thought." From 1933 at the 1943 Fr. Jos� resided at the Porci�ncula and was assigned the superior from 1940 to 1943. In 1943 he was transferred to the friary of St. Antony of Padua in Art� as the superior and Novice Master until 1947. During this time he oversaw the installation of the new organ at the conventual Church. From 1947 to 1952 Fr. Jos� resided at the Porci�ncula and served his brothers as the superior of the fraternity. In 1952 he was assigned to the fraternity of St. Francisco di Inca as the director of the professed students from 1952 to 1955 and as the superior from 1952 to 1958. During this time the second floor of the school was built. Fr. Jos� was transferred to Madrid in 1958 as the superior and pastor of the parish of S. Francisco di Madrid. During his time of service he increased the apostolic outreach of the parish and renovated and expanded the presbytery and body of the church. In 1964 he moved to the parish of S. Diego of Alcal� in Madrid where he served as superior and pastor from 1964 to 1970. He continued at the parish of S. Diego from 1970 to 1977 as parochial vicar and administrator of the fraternity. Fr. Jos� served the Province as a member of the Provincial Council from 1949 to 1955, and from 1967 to 1973, and as Vicar Provincial from 1964 to 1970. He was also the representative of our Province in the CONFER Nacional from 1973 to 1977. In 1977 he returned to Majorca as superior of the fraternity at S. Francisco di Palma from 1977 to 1985. After the provincial chapter of 1985 Fr. Jos� continued at S. Francisco as the vicar of the community until 1998. From 1998 he stayed with fraternity of S. Francisco de Palma and collaborated in the ministerial services of the basilica where he dedicated himself to the exercise of the ministry of the reconciliation. During these last years he was a great confessor, a true apostle of penance, and always humble, open and available. EPILOGUE: Fr. Jos� Roig had two clearly marked stages in his life: The first period he lived and served in Majorca where he gave himself completely to teaching (in the schools of the Porci�ncula, Art� and Inca) and to the formation of our candidates (as Novice Master, teacher, rector of the seminary, and as director of professed students). The second period of his ministry he devoted himself body and soul to pastoral work in parishes (as pastor at S. Francisco and S. Diego, as parochial vicar, assistant and director of diverse apostolic groups and parochial outreach programs). Fr. Jos� has always been a kind, cheerful person and open to all the changes that have taken place in the Church during his ministry. He presence was welcome in any fraternity to which he was assigned and he always dedicated himself to building a good community spirit. He also take part in the meetings of permanent formation that were organized by the Province and participated as much as time allowed with his own family. Some weeks ago Fr. Jos� was admitted to Policl�nica Miramar due to cardiac and respiratory problems. Unfortunately his condition worsened and he was given the Sacrament of the Sick on Palm Sunday. He welcomed Sister Death at 10 a.m. On the same day, Sunday, March 24, at 8:30 p.m., in the presence of his religious brothers, his family, and a number of Franciscan sisters and friends, the Minister Provincial presided at a celebration of his life and death at the Policl�nica. Fr. Jos� was interred in the chapel of the TOR Franciscans at the Municipal Cemetery of Palma di Majorca, on the morning of Monday, March 25. The funeral Mass was celebrated on Tuesday, March 26, at 8:30 p.m. in the Basilica of S. Francisco de Palma by the Minister Provincial, the Very Rev. Bernat Nebot. The ceremony was concelebrated by the Provincial Secretary, numerous friars from the various fraternities of Majorca and diocesan priests and was attended by many relatives, friends and acquaintances. Fr. Jos� Roig Noguera died at the age of 91 and after 75 years of religious life and 69 years of priestly ministry. May he now rest in peace. Lord Jesus Christ, redeemer and restorer of all, open the doors of paradise to our brother Jos� so that his eyes, now closed to the light of this world, may be open to You, the true light. Free him from the darkness of death and guide him to the light of life so that he may be happy in your kingdom, his true homeland; where there is neither sadness nor death, where everything is life and happiness without end. You who live and reign for ever and ever. Amen. Fr. Nicol�s Sastre, TOR For the eternal repose of Fr. Jos� Roig please apply the prescribed suffrages our General Statutes: 61, 62, 63, 64, 65, 66, 67.� Fraternally USE BROWSER LEFT BACK ARROW TO RETURN � USE BROWSER LEFT BACK ARROW TO RETURN April 3, 2002 Fr. Giuseppe Massaccesi , TOR �
On Wednesday, April 3, 2002, at 3:30 a.m. our brother in the Province of St. Francis of Assisi, Fr. Giuseppe Massaccesi , TOR died at the Convent of S. Francesco at S. Ginesio, at the age of 94. Fr. Giuseppe was born on June 27, 1908 in Morrovalle (MC) to Francesco and Manciola Filomena. He entered the Order on April 25, 1927, in Francavilla d’Ete, professed his first vows on October 25, 1928 and his Solemn Vows on October 25, 1931. Fr. Giuseppe was ordained to the priesthood in the city of Assisi on June 29, 1933. He devoted a great deal of energy to the various duties he assumed in the fraternities and parishes of the province over his long life. From 1934 to 1941 Fr. Giuseppe was assigned as pastor of Castelrinaldi in Massa Martana (PG). He also served as superior of the Convent of S. Maria della Pace in the same town from 1936 to 1941. From 1941 to 1945 he served as the superior of the TOR fraternity and rector of the Collegio S. Antonio at Francavilla d’Ete (AP). From 1945 to 1954 Fr. Giuseppe was the superior of the fraternity and parish priest in the church of S. Francesco in S. Ginesio (MC). He remained in the same town from 1954 to 1961 as pastor and as econome of the convent. From 1961 to 1964 he was the superior of the Convento S. Antonio in Assisi. In 1964 he was transferred to Milan as the parochial vicar for the church of Ss. Patroni d’Italia. From 1966_1969 Fr. Giuseppe was assigned as Master of Novices in the convent_sanctuary of B. M. Vergine del Piratello near Imola (BO). In 1969 he was transferred to the convent and parish of S. Achille in Rome in the Talenti district. In 1970 he returned to S. Ginesio as pastor until 1973. After he finished his term he remained in the convent as superior, councilor or econome until the present. From 1951 to 1954 and from 1960 to 1963 Fr. Giuseppe also served on the Provincial Council. Amiable and open to all the friars and available for a variety of pastoral service in the province, Fr. Giuseppe embraced his many assignments with energy, dedication and fidelity. The faithful with whom he worked always appreciated his many wonderful qualities, especially his shepherd’s care and concern. He was always willing to listen and to readily give a word of hope. Surrounded by respect and affection he was seen by the faithful as a sure spiritual guide for both adults and young people. The prayers for the dead were celebrated for Fr. Giuseppe on April 4, 2002, at 10:30 a.m. in the Church of S. Ginesio. The service was presided over by the Minister Provincial who was accompanied by numerous friars. At 3 p.m. later that same day a solemn Mass of Christain Burial was celebrated in the parish of S. Bartolomeo in Morrovalle, Fr. Giuseppe’s native town. It was presided over by the Archbishop of Camerino, Angelo Fagiani. Many friars, secular clergy and faithful participated. Fr. Giuseppe was buried close to his beloved parents in a family vault in the cemetery of Morrovalle. May the Risen One welcome him to the
festive communion of the chosen. Rest in peace Fr. Giuseppe! Fraternally Fr. Corpus Izquierdo, TOR�
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Rev. Fr. John Canisitus Dalpathado,TOR. Vice Province of Our Lady of Sri Lanka Born in 1917 at Bolawalana, Negombo had his primary and secondary education under the Franciscans. He joined the Franciscans as a candidate in 1935 but in 1936 he joined the Marist Brothers and served as a successful teacher and Principal in English medium High Schools. Then became a Diocesan priest and served the Church in verious capacities. Fr. J. Dalpathado was a scholar in oriental Languages. He had a very good knowledge in several European languages. He visited many countries to raise a fund to develop rural parishes in the dioceses where he served as a missionary. After joining the TOR Franciscans he put his best to the development of TOR Province. He was a lovable character, man of prayer and good religious. He died on 18th May 2002. May he rest in peace in the Lord ! Please apply the due suffrages for his eternal rest as prescribed by articles 61 through 67 of our General Statutes. Fraternally, USE BROWSER LEFT BACK ARROW TO RETURN � USE BROWSER LEFT BACK ARROW TO RETURN From Sacred Heart Province, TOR - ���� (U.S.A.) �June 20, 2002 Father Fabian McNichol, TOR Dear Friars,��� It is my sad duty to inform you of the death of Father Fabian McNichol, TOR today, June 20, 2002.� A native of Altoona, PA, Father Fabian was born on June 1, 1918 is predeceased by his parents Archibald J. and Mary A. (Ergler) McNichol, brothers John and Paul. His sister Josephine (JoAnn) McNichol lives in Altoona. Following a tour of duty with the Army, Father entered the Sacred Heart Community and entered the Novitiate in February, 1947.� He professed Simple Vows on July 1, 1948, Solemn Vows on July 1, 1951 both in Loretto, PA, and was ordained to the Holy Priesthood on May 21, 1955 in the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament, Altoona, PA.� ��� Father attended Bishop Guilfoyle High School, Altoona, PA;�earned a Bachelors Degree in Philosophy from Saint Francis College in 1950, and� theology studied at Saint Francis Seminary, both in Loretto, PA.� His assignments include:� faculty at St. Francis Prep (1955-60 & 1961), and Philadelphia Catholic High School (1960-61). � Father Fabian's ministerial and province assignments were as Superior/Treasurer, St. Louis Friary, Philadelphia (1961-62); Master of Clerics, St. Francis Seminary, Loretto (1962-66); Registrar, St. Francis College (1966-91);�� Pastor at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, Ehrenfeld, PA (1991-95); and Provincial Archivist (1996-2000). Since February 2000 Father Fabian has been a member of the Community at Sacred Heart Friary, White Post, Virginia.� One of Father's earlier pursuits was a teacher of music, especially with his training and accomplishments in the area of violin performance. � Viewing will be Sunday,� June 23 , 2002 from 2-4 PM followed by the vigil service at 7:30 PM and the Mass of Christian Burial on Monday,� June 24 at 12 noon at the Immaculate Conception Chapel, Loretto, PA.������� Please recall the Resolution of� Provincial Chapter - 2000 regarding death of a friar of the� Sacred Heart Province which states "The practice of suffrage for be re-instated, namely that each priest friar offer or see to the offering of two Masses upon the death of a friar." Fraternally in Saint Francis, (Very Rev) Edmund Carroll, TOR Fr. Corpus Izquierdo, T.O.R. USE BROWSER LEFT BACK ARROW TO RETURN �
� � Prot. N� 68-2002 USE BROWSER LEFT BACK ARROW TO RETURN Vice Province of St, Francis, India Bro. Carlus Bara, TOR a member of St. Francis Vice Province, India, slept in the Lord on July 28, 2002, at 9:00 p.m. at Mercy Hospital, Jemshedpur. He was suffering from cancer of the rectum and was operated on July 25. Thereafter his condition began to deteriorate and the end soon came. Brother Michael Bhengra, TOR, was present with him when he died. Brother Carlus was born on October 2, 1947, at Simdega, Jharkhand. After having completed his High School studies at St. Mary's Samtoli he joined the Order in 1973. He did his notivitiate at Babumahal in 1974 and made the First Profession on 31 May 1975 and Solemn Profession in 1976. As part of his religious and spiritual formation Carolus studied theology for two years at Jyoti Sadan, Bangalore. During his post-novitiate period Brother Carlus finished his college studies and obtained a B.A. He later completed teachers' training at Navatoli. His whole life was spent as a school teacher. He served as headmaster of the parish middle school at Dorma for many years. Later he was transferred to the Friary at Gaurbera where he continued as headmaster of the mission school till his death. Besides being a teacher he served the community at Dorma and Gaurbera as local econome. Brother Carlus was a devout and simple Franciscan. He was very faithful in prayer and religious observance. He was unassuming and was a man of few words. He fulfilled his responsibilities with great sincerity and dedication. He was a friend to the parents and a beloved teacher to his students. Brother Carlus was buried in the community cemetery
at Banhora on July 29, 2002. The Rt. Rev. Stephen Tiru, the Bishop of the diocese of
Khunti, presided over the funeral service and a number of friars, local clergy and
religious, friends and faithful participated. Brother Carlus is the first native
missionary of the new vice province to receive his eternal reward. The Franciscan
Fraternity in India misses the simplicity and dedication of Brother Carlus. May the
Merciful Lord grant him eternal happiness and peace! Fr. Hilarius Barla, TOR USE BROWSER LEFT BACK ARROW TO RETURN USE BROWSER LEFT BACK ARROW TO RETURN Bro. K.G.Stephen Thalis,TOR. Vice Province of Our Lady of Sri Lanka Bro. Stephen Thalis was born at Batagama,Ja-Ela on 28th of December 1921. He joined the Franciscans in 1938 and professed on 13th June 1939. Bro. Stephen had a loving personality. He was talented in music. He was an able choirmaster and excellent organist. With capacity and piety his pastoral ministry in many parishes both urban and rural was a success. He was a catechist and assistant to parish priest in many parishes. As he was a good econome and organizer he could help the parish priests who were in charge of famous Shrine of St. Anthony�at Kochchikade,�Colombo for five years and St. Sebastian's Kandana for 30 years at annual feasts. Bro. Stephen was a local econome for about 40 years in our monastries and served as a local Superior for 30 years. For 10 years he worked among the poor as a catechist in rural areas in�Galle, Chilaw and�Anuradhapura�Dioceses. At the end of his life he was the manager of Candle industry. There he worked till his death. He died on 08th of August 2002 at the age of 81. May he rest in peace on the Lord ! Please apply the due suffrages for his eternal rest as prescribed by articles 61 through 67 of our General Statutes. Fraternally, USE BROWSER LEFT BACK ARROW TO RETURN USE BROWSER LEFT BACK ARROW TO RETURN Father Alphonsus Marie Domnick, TOR Father Alphonsus Maria D'Amico Domnick, T.O.R., age 86, died on August 14, 2002 at The Villa Saint Joseph in Dunmore, PA. Father Alphonsus was the son of Ralph and Concetta Carra D'Amico. Father Alphonsus was one of nine children. He entered the Franciscan Community in Hollidaysburg, PA in 1936 and professed his solemn vows on May 10, 1940. He attended St. Thomas College, now the University of Scranton and graduated from St. Francis College in Loretto, PA. He was ordained a priest at St. Peter's Cathedral in Scranton, PA on June 3, 1944. His first assignment was as Assistant Pastor at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church in Altoona, PA and then at the former Saint Anthony Church in Johnstown, PA. His first pastorate was at Sacred Heart Parish in Alverda, PA. He also served in pastorates at Sacred Heart Parish, Chester, WV and St. Alphonsus Parish in Dufur, Oregon which includes four missions. He was also Pastor of St. Anthony of Padua Church, Windber, PA and rounded and built Saint Patrick Church in Inver Grove Heights, MN, and later became the Pastor of St. Michael Parish in Windham, OH. In 1979, he was assigned to be the Chaplain of Saint Joseph Medical Center in Hazleton, PA from which he went to Villa of Saint Joseph in Dunmore, PA. He is predeceased by his parents and his brothers, Anthony, Salvatore, Joseph, Rocco, and Father Carmen and sister, Anna. He is survived by his sisters, Madyln D'Amico Guarino and Mary D'Amico Marra and numerous nephews and nieces. Viewing of Father Alphonsus will be at The Villa Saint Joseph on Friday, August 16, followed by a Funeral Mass on Saturday, August 17 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Anthony of Padua Church, Dunmore, PA. Father Alphonsus will be viewed at St. Bernardine Monastery on Sunday, August 18, from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be held on Monday, August 19 at St. Bernardine Monastery Chapel at 11:00 a.m. with burial in the Community Cemetery at Kladder Station. Fr. Anthony Criscitelli, TOR Bro. David Liedl, T.O.R. USE BROWSER LEFT BACK ARROW TO RETURN USE BROWSER LEFT BACK ARROW TO RETURN Father Timothy J. Moffatt, T.O.R. of the Province of The Most Sacred Heart of Jesus – USA. Dear Friars, It is my sad duty to inform you of the sudden death on August 19, 2002 of Father Timothy J. Moffatt, TOR. Father was born in Bronx, New York, on April 23, 1932 to Timothy and Catherine (Walsh) Moffatt, both deceased. He is survived by a sister and brother-in-law Anne and Ralph Scarpa, New Jersey. He graduated from St. Cecilia School, Englewood, New Jersey and served in the Army Signal Corps before joining the Province. Father Tim entered the Community in 1957 and professed First Vows on July 1, 1960 at the Portiuncula Monastery, Washington, D.C.; Solemn Vows on July 1, 1963 at the Immaculate Conception Chapel, Loretto, and was Ordained to the Holy Priesthood on May 19, 1966 at the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament, Altoona, PA. Father obtained a Bachelor Degree in Philosophy (1957) from Saint Francis College (University); Theology (1965) at the St. Francis Seminary, Loretto, PA; and earned his Masters (1972) in Religious Education at La Salle College, Philadelphia, PA. He was a member of the faculty at Bishop Egan High School, Fairless Hills, PA (1966-71); Chaplain at Episcopal Hospital, Philadelphia, PA (1971-73); and while Chaplain at Broward General Hospital, Fort Lauderdale, FL he entered the Chaplain Corps of the U.S. Naval Reserve (1973-87). Father Tim’s next assignments were Assistant Pastor at St. Martha Church, Sarasota, FL (1987-89), St. Matthew Church, Largo, FL (1989-90) and Christ the King Church, Tampa, FL beginning in November of 1990. In 1972 he received a Certificate of Advanced Priestly Studies given by Seton Hall University, New Jersey, and in 1988 a Certificate of Priestly Studies given by St. Vincent de Paul Seminary, Boynton Beach, Florida. According to the Acts of our Provincial Congregation - 2001, all friar priests of our Province are to offer or have offered two Masses for the repose of his soul. May he rest in the peace of the Lord. Fraternally in Saint Francis, Please apply the due suffrages for his eternal rest as prescribed by articles 61 through 67 of our General Statutes. Fraternally, Fr. Corpus Izquierdo, TOR USE BROWSER LEFT BACK ARROW TO RETURN USE BROWSER LEFT BACK ARROW TO RETURN
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The faithful observance of the evangelical counsels has a special witness value in our time which gives testimony that this world is not a lasting home. Therefore as pilgrims and strangers, the friars seek only Christ and the establishment of his reign. In imitation of Saint Francis, let the friars accept death joyfully as the last offering of their lives and as the passageway to the glory of God. The celebration of death should give clear witness to the faith and hope they place in the resurrection of Jesus. As a sign of fraternal union, deceased friars, relatives, friends and benefactors are remembered with gratitude in accord with the proper law. Brother Christian Rudolph Neetz, T.O.R., age 64, died on October 12, 2002 at Kindred Hospital in Tampa, FL. Brother Christian was the son of Rudolph Carl and Catherine Krupa Neetz. He was born in Brooklyn, NY, August 28, 1938. He was predeceased by his parents and brother, Carl. He is survived by his Franciscan Community, his sister-in-law, Grace Neetz, and nephew, Charles Neetz married to the former Lu Langston and grandnieces, Kara and Kati, in Florida and a cousin, Anna Barca of Staten Island, NY. He entered the Franciscan Community in Hollidaysburg, PA on September 8, 1953, and professed his temporary vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience on July 17, 1957. On July 3, 1961, he made his profession of solemn vows. Brother Christian served the community as tailor, sacristan, kitchen manager and cook at St. Bernardine Monastery from 1957 - 1960 and at the Franciscan Preparatory Seminary from 1960 - 1963. From 1963 -1968, he continued his ministry at St. Thomas More House of Studies, Washington, D.C. Brother Christian served as dorm prefect, study hall proctor, Assistant P.T.A. Director and Director of the Booster Club from September 1968 to June 1970 at James Barry-Robinson School for Boys in Norfolk, VA. Brother Christian attended Northern Virginia Community College Culinary School while living at the Provincialate in Silver Spring, MD. In 1972 he was the Assistant Manager of Cleaves Food Branches while serving as Manager of St. Thomas More House of Studies Kitchen in Washington, DC. In 1978 he returned to St. Bernardine Monastery to serve as the cook and kitchen manager. In March of 1981 he was appointed Chaplain of the Southern Allegheny Chefs' Association. He continued his program in Clinical Pastoral Education in Washington, DC. In 1989 Brother Christian was appointed as Chaplain of St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown, OH and served as Local Minister at St. Francis Friary in Warren, OH. In 1992 Brother served as Catholic Chaplain at South Side Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA. In 1994 Brother Christian was assigned to San Damiano Friary in Wilmington, DE. He was named Assistant Director of Joseph House in Wilmington, DE where he worked in the Ministry of Caring. He then returned to St. Bernardine Monastery before being assigned to St. Lawrence Parish in Bushnell, FL where he worked in the parish thrift shop. In July 2002 Brother was assigned to San Pedro Spiritual Life Center in Winter Park, FL. Christian was loved by many for his deep compassion, understanding heart, great generosity and listening ear. His sumptuous meals enriched many community celebrations over the years and enhanced the storehouse of memories and stories in the Immaculate Conception Province. Christian provided in his ministry and in his person an environment where friars, families and friends found welcome and fellowship. While grateful that he has been released from his pain, he will be missed. Friends may called at St. Bernardine Monastery on Tuesday, October 22, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. prior to the Funeral Mass at 11:00 a.m. Inurnment was at the Community Cemetery at Kladder Station. Fr. Anthony Criscitelli, T.O.R. Bro. David Liedl, T.O.R. USE BROWSER LEFT BACK ARROW TO RETURN � |
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Sakaraja, TOR Bro. Hilary was born in 1934 at Kudagama in Kegalle. He joined the congregation of the Franciscan Brothers of St. Vincent de Paul in 1949 and made his first profession on March 19, 1951. Bro. Hilary started his Franciscan mission as a teacher and taught
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areas: Katuwapitiya, Duwa, Daluwa, Abakandawala, Lunuwilla and Talawila. Fr. Neville Ranjith Fernando, TOR USE BROWSER LEFT BACK ARROW TO RETURN � Prot. N� 88-2002 USE BROWSER LEFT BACK
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Busch, TOR Dear Friars, It is my sad duty to inform you of the death this morning of Father Peter Busch, TOR following a long illness. A native of the Pittsburgh Diocese, he was born in Wilmerding, PA on October 20, 1918 as the third oldest in a family of six, and is survived by a brother Jim and nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by parents James and Grace (Campbell) Busch. Father Peter entered the Novitiate in September, 1933 and professed first vows in July, 1938. He took his solemn vows on July 6, 1941 before Ordination to Priesthood on May 22, 1945 at the Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, Washington, DC. Father Peter attended Saint Francis Preparatory School in Loretto, PA (1933-37) and St. Francis College in Loretto (1938-39) before obtaining a Bachelor's Degree from Catholic University in Washington, DC (1942), Theology, St. Francis Seminary, Loretto, (1943), and completed his Master's in 1945 at Catholic University. Father taught English and Religion at St. Francis Prep (1945-48), while at the same time taking a two year crash course in medicine to prepare for foreign missionary work. With only a two year break as a faculty member at Saint Francis College, (1966-68), Father Peter was assigned the next 18 years in the bush of North Eastern India (1948-66), and two years along the Amazon river in Brazil (1968-70). Upon return from Brazil his assignments were in Pittsburgh, PA as Assistant Pastor at St. Louise de Marillac Church (1971-72) and St. John Church (1972-73), and in Florida as Hospital Chaplain in Opa Locka (1973-85), and Assistant Pastor various churches: Nativity Church, Hollywood, (1985-86), St. Patrick, Largo (1986-89), and Sacred Heart Church, Pinellas Park (1989-2001). Father Peter was assigned to Sacred Heart Friary, White Post, Virginia in 2001. Funeral arrangements include visitation in Loretto on Sunday, November 17 from 2-4, and a Vigil Service at 7:30 P.M. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, November 18, at 12 noon in Loretto, PA with burial in the Community Cemetery. The required suffrages for a deceased friar of the province according to the 2000 Acts of he Provincial Congregation and Acts of the Provincial Chapter, namely that each friar priest offer or see to the offering of two Mass. May his soul rest in Peace.
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Smith, TOR Dear Friars, It is my sad duty to inform you that following a long illness Father Bernardine Smith, TOR died this morning. Father was born in Bayonne, New Jersey, the only child of Thomas J. and Mary V. (Mulligan) Smith who are deceased. He entered the Novitiate on July 4, 1952 and professed first vows on July 5, 1953 in Washington, DC. He professed solemn vows on July 5, 1956 in Loretto, and was Ordained to the priesthood on May 23, 1959 at Immaculate Conception Chapel, Loretto, PA. Father Bernardine attended Seton Hall Prep (1949) in S. Orange, NJ before entering Seton Hall University (1949-51), E. Orange, NJ. Upon arrival in the community he received a B.A. in Philosophy at Saint Francis College (1951-55), Loretto, and completed Theology studies at Saint Francis Seminary (1955-59), Loretto, PA. Father spent his first year as a high school faculty member in Philadelphia before becoming Assistant Treasurer at Saint Francis College (1960-64). His next assignments were in the College of Steubenville, Ohio (Franciscan University of Steubenville) managing the Maintenance Office (1964-66), and Director of the Laymens Retreat League (1966-72), Loretto, PA. Pastoral assignments were St. Agnes Church (1972-76), Pittsburgh, PA; Chaplain of the Blue Army Shrine (1983-84), Washington, NJ; Assistant Pastor at Little Flower Church (1984-86), Hollywood, FL; Assistant Pastor, St. Cecelia Church (1986-88) Clearwater, FL; and Pastor at St. Mary, Our Lady of Grace (1988- ), St. Petersburg, FL. Father Bernardine served the Province as Assistant Director of Vocations (1966-72), and as Director of Franciscan T.O.R. Missions (1976-83). A memorial Mass will be celebrated in Florida on Saturday, November 23, 2002. In Loretto visitation will be Sunday, November 24, 2002 from 2-4 P.M. and vigil at 7:30 P.M. Mass of Christian Burial will be on Monday, November 25, 2002 at 12 Noon. Please remember the required suffrages for a deceased friar of the province (according to the 2000 Acts of the Provincial Congregation and Acts of the Provincial Chapter): each friar priest offer or see to the offering of two Masses. May his soul rest in Peace. USE BROWSER LEFT BACK ARROW TO RETURN |
