The Chancellor’s Office has learned that Mrs. Mercedes Cedeño, 65, passed away in the Lord on Saturday, March 23, 2024. Mercedes worked at Transfiguration Parish as the Director of Religious Education from 2013 to 2019. In 2019, she was hired as the Administrative Assistant for Intercultural Ministries of the Diocese of St. Petersburg. She completed …
Word reached the Chancellor’s Office that Sr. Rosa Ulloa, a member of the Franciscan Sisters of the Immaculate Conception from Honduras, passed away in the Lord on Saturday, March 16, 2024. Sr. Rosa worked at La Clinica Guadalupana in Clearwater for 10 years. She also served at St. Cecilia Parish as an Extraordinary Minister of …
The diocesan Vocations Office has shared with our office that Mr. Norman Paul Dusseault, Sr., 93, passed away in the Lord on Monday, February 26, 2024. Mr. Dusseault was a strong supporter of vocations to the priesthood and was a founding member of the Serra Club in the Diocese of St. Petersburg (Note: The organization …
Word reached the Chancellor’s Office of the passing of Mr. Joseph Gangolu, 88, on February 26, 2024 in India. Mr. Gangolu is the father of Reverend Robert Romaine, Parochial Vicar of Holy Family Parish, St. Petersburg. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at Holy Family Parish, 200 78th Ave. NE, St. Petersburg, on March 16, …
The Chancellor’s Office received news of the passing of Mrs. Katherine Hibbs, 95, in Jacksonville, on Friday, February 16, 2024. Mrs. Hibbs is the maternal grandmother of Reverend Ryan C. Boyle, J.C.L. She will be inurned in Arlington National Cemetery at a later time. Please keep Father Boyle and his family in your thoughts and …
Reverend Mario Vizcaíno, Sch. P., 89, founder and director of the Southeast Pastoral Institute (SEPI), passed away on Tuesday, February 13, 2024, at the Piarist community of St. Joseph Calasanz, in Hialeah, while under the care of Catholic Hospice. He had been a member of the Piarist order for more than 60 years. A Funeral Mass will take …
The Diaconate Office sadly informs that Mr. Ralph D’Angelo, 74, father of Deacon Geoff D’Angelo, of St. Stephen Parish in Riverview, died peacefully on Tuesday, January 23, in Jacksonville, Florida. He was in hospice care after being diagnosed with cancer last month. Ralph is survived by his wife, Yoko; his three children from a previous …
The Diaconate Offices sadly informs the passing of Deacon Lionel Roberts, 97, of Blessed Trinity Parish, St. Petersburg, on January 31, 2024. “Deacon Lionel,” as he is known, was ordained to the diaconate in 1977 for the Diocese of Brooklyn. During his 47 years of diaconal ministry, he served from 1977 to 1984 in the …
The Chancellor’s Office informs of the passing of James (Jim) A. Sebesta, 88, of St. Petersburg, on January 29, 2024, after a brief battle with dementia. Jim was a former employee of the Pastoral Center. He was born in Pontiac, Illinois and attended Loyola University for his undergraduate degree and then earned an MBA from …
The Diaconate Office has received word of the passing of Mrs. Julie Alvarez, 77, on Tuesday, January 9, 2024. She is the wife of Deacon John Alvarez, of Espiritu Santo Parish, Safety Harbor, and former Director of the Diaconate. Her funeral was held on January 18, 2024 at Espiritu Santo Parish. Mrs. Alvarez was born …
Word reached the Chancellor’s Office of the passing of Mr. Virgilio Diaz, Sr., father of Reverend J. Glenn Diaz, Pastor, St. Thomas the Apostle Parish, Homosassa Springs, on January 26, 2024 in the Philippines, following a lengthy battle with kidney cancer. He was 89 years old. Mr. Diaz is survived by his wife, Clotilde, his six …
Sister Frances Mary Fitzpatrick, formerly known as Sister John Denise, died on Tuesday, January 16, 2024, at the Dominican Life Center in Adrian. She was 88 years of age and in the 68th year of her religious profession in the Adrian Dominican Congregation. Sister Frances Mary was born in Chicago, Illinois, to Thomas and Mary (Farrell) …
The Chancellor’s Office received word that Mrs. Beverly Ann (Mucerino) Tenten, age 87, of Seminole FL, mother of Mrs. Michele Williams, Parish Business Manager of Holy Cross Parish, St. Petersburg, peacefully entered into eternal rest on December 30th 2023, at Saint Anthony’s Hospital in Saint Petersburg FL. Beverly’s life was a testament to love, kindness, …
Word reached the Chancellor’s Office on the unexpected passing of Lynn Ann Lydon, M.D., 70, sister of Reverend Michael Lydon, retired priest of the Diocese of St. Petersburg, on Friday, December 22, 2023, at her home in Port St. Lucie, Florida. Dr. Lydon served in the medical profession for many years, having worked in Stuart, …
Word has reached the Chancellor’s Office that Mrs. Carole Reitzel, 83, passed away on Wednesday, December 19, 2023. Mrs. Reitzel is the sister of Reverend Brian McColl, a retired priest of the Diocese of Peterborough, Ontario, with seasonal residence in Prince of Peace Parish, Sun City Center. A Funeral Mass was held on December 28, …
Word reached the Pastoral Center of the passing of Mrs. Patricia N. Licata-Amantia on December 16, 2023. Mrs. Licata-Amantia was the mother of Reverend Damian Amantia, T.O.R., Pastor of St. Mary Our Lady of Grace Parish, St. Petersburg. She rejoins in heaven her beloved parents Felix and Elizabeth Colecchi Licata; a brother and five sisters, …
It is with deep sadness that we notify you of the unexpected passing of Mrs. Fran Gibson, wife of Deacon Jim Gibson, ordained for the Diocese of St. Petersburg in 2009. Before moving to the Archdiocese of Atlanta in 2019, Jim served at Light of Christ Parish, Clearwater, and later at St. Brendan Parish in …
Word has reached the Chancellor’s Office of the passing of Sr. Janet Finley, O.S.F., 89 years old, on December 4, 2023. Sister Finley served as principal of St. Paul Catholic School, St. Petersburg, from 1978 to 1990. Sister Finley was received into the Congregation on August 15, 1956 and professed her final vows on August …
The Chancellor’s Office was recently informed of the death of Reverend Fracilus Petit-Homme, S.M.M., 81, a priest of the Montfort Missionaries and former Administrator of the Immaculate Conception Haitian Mission, Tampa from 2004 to 2007. Father Petit-Homme passed away in Miami, Florida, on Friday, December 1, 2023, following a battle with prostate cancer. After leaving …
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The Chancellor’s Office informs the passing of Mrs. Barbara Aubin, 76, sister-in-law of Monsignor Ronald Aubin, retired priest of the Diocese of St. Petersburg, on Saturday, November 25, 2023, following a long battle with cancer. She was a long-time resident of Miami, where she resided at the time of her death. She was preceded in …
The Chancellor’s Office was notified of the unexpected death of Reverend David R. Engbarth, 75, a retired priest of the Diocese of Rockford, Illinois, who resided in the Diocese of St. Petersburg since his retirement in 2014. His death was discovered on Wednesday, November 22, 2023, at his home in Largo. Father Engbarth was a …
The Chancellor’s Office received news of the passing of Reverend Jose Cleofe (Joy) Colina, 59, on November 14, 2023, in the Philippines. Father Colina was hospitalized with cancer at the time of his death. Since July 2022, he has been on disability retirement status, due to numerous health issues, after an extended leave of …
The Chancellor’s Office informs that Mr. Donatus Amadi, father of Reverend Cosmas Amadi, Parochial Vicar of St. Mark the Evangelist Parish, Tampa, passed away on the Commemoration of All Souls, November 2, 2023, in Nigeria. Funeral arrangements for Mr. Amadi are pending, and all services will take place in Nigeria. Expressions of sympathy may be …
The Chancellor’s Office received the news that Mr. Christopher Manko, 64, a longtime resident of Royersford, PA, and brother of Deacon Mark Manko, passed away on October 24, 2023 with his wife and family by his side.. Deacon Mark serves at St. Thomas the Apostle Parish, Homosassa. Christopher is a graduate of Ridley High School …
We sadly announce the passing of Monsignor Thomas Francis Earner, 85, a retired priest of the Diocese of St. Petersburg, on Wednesday morning, October 18, 2023, at Empath Hospice, in Palm Harbor, following a lengthy period of declining health. Monsignor Earner was born on November 5, 1937, in Headford, County Galway, Ireland. Following graduation from …
The Chancellor’s Office was informed of the passing of Mr. Stanislaw Domek, brother of Reverend Kazimierz Domek, Pastor of Blessed Sacrament Parish, Tampa. Mr. Domek was in his native Poland at the time of his passing. Funeral services will be held in the Domek family’s local parish, in Makowarsko, Poland, on Tuesday, October 24, 2023. …
The Office of the Chancellor received word of the passing of Ms. Jo Ann Wade Matthews, 93, a native of St. Petersburg, on September 20, 2023 in Hospice Care at Mid Pinellas Care Center. She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Rosalie Matthews, five siblings and their spouses; and is survived by …
The Chancellor’s Office has been informed that Mrs. Loreta Chavarria Tupa, 80 age old, mother of Reverend Allan Tupa, Pastor of St. Joseph Parish, Zephyrhills, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 6, 2023, in Palompon, Leyte, Philippines. She was surrounded by her family, including her sons, Father Tupa, Brian and Charles Tupa at the time …
The Chancellor’s Office was informed of the passing of Mrs. Angela Amodeo, mother of Reverend Donald Amodeo, Parochial Vicar of Nativity Parish, Brandon, on Sunday, September 17, 2023, after a lengthy battle with cancer. According to Father Amodeo, “[Angela] battled cancer for many years but was happy to see my ordination, and she offered her …
The Diaconate Office has been informed that Deacon Joseph (Joe) P. Reid, 95, from St. Luke the Evangelist Parish, Palm Harbor, passed away peacefully on the night of September 16, 2023. Deacon Reid was ordained to the diaconate for the Diocese of Rockville Center in 1988 and came to the Diocese of St. Petersburg in …
The Diaconate Office has received word of the passing of Mrs. MaryAnn Sirrianna, 80, wife of the late Deacon David Sirrianna, of Sacred Heart-Pinellas Park, on September 13, 2023. A Funeral Mass will take place on Wednesday, September 20, 2023, from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 4661 82nd Avenue North, …
Word reached the Chancellor’s Office of the passing of Mr. Mark Waggoner on September 06, 2023. He was the twin brother of Mary Jo Waggoner, Director of Faith Formation at St. Joan of Arc Parish, Spring Hill. A Funeral Mass is scheduled for Monday, September 18, 2023 at 10:00 AM at St. Joan of Arc Church, …
The Chancellor’s Office received word that Reverend Salim Joseph, O.F.M., 58, passed away suddenly on September 1, 2023 as a result of a heart attack, while in route to Logan International Airport, in Boston. Father Joseph served as Parochial Vicar of Sacred Heart Parish, Tampa, from 2018 to 2020, after which he was transferred to …
The Chancellor’s Office received word of the passing of Robert J. Kroll, former OFM Franciscan priest and Superintendent of Catholic Schools for the Diocese of St. Petersburg from 1992 to 2001, on June 23, 2023, from complications related to Parkinson’s Disease. His obituary was included in the Tampa Bay Times. To read more, please click here. …
The Chancellor’s Office received word of the passing of Mrs. Linda Bell, mother of Father Kyle Bell, Director of the Catholic Student Center at U.S.F., on Sunday, September 3, 2023, after a brief hospitalization at Tampa General Hospital. A Funeral Mass for Mrs. Bell will be held on Saturday, September 30, 2023, 11:00 a.m., at …
The Chancellor’s Office has received word that Mr. Lorenzo Tejada, 63, brother of Reverend Jose (Jojo) Tejada, Parochial Vicar of St. Frances Xavier Cabrini Parish, Spring Hill, passed away on Saturday, August 19, 2023, in the Philippines, following a lengthy battle with lung cancer. He is survived by his wife, three children, siblings, including Father …
Word reached the Chancellor’s Office that Mrs. Anne Sifferlin, 100, retired employee of the Pastoral Center, passed away on Friday, July 28, 2023, in Seminole, Florida. Anne worked for the Diocese of St. Petersburg from October 1982 until her retirement in November 2004. She served in the offices of Insurance, Building Commission (Construction), Vocations, and Real …
Word reached the Chancellor’s Office that Sister Mary Kathryn Cliatt, formerly known as Sister Helen Maureen, died on Sunday, July 30, 2023, at the Dominican Life Center in Adrian, Michigan. She was 88 years of age and in the 66th year of her religious profession in the Adrian Dominican Congregation. Sister Kathryn was born in …
The Chancellor’s Office received word that Ms. Kathleen Devine, sister of Monsignor Michael Devine, retired priest of the Diocese of St. Petersburg, passed away on August 3, 2023, in Ireland. All funeral services will take place in Ireland, and Monsignor Devine will be traveling to participate in the services. No other details are available at …
We are saddened to learn that Mrs. Sue Carol Rudis, 84, of Boynton Beach, FL passed away at home on July 1, 2023. She was the mother-in-law of Mrs. Patty Rudis, Human Resources Manager of the Diocese of St. Petersburg. Sue Carol was born on January 27, 1939, in Chicago, Illinois, and lived there until …
The Diaconate Office has received word of the passing of Mrs. Alba Lugo, age 73, wife of Deacon Gregorio Lugo of St. Frances Xavier Cabrini Parish, Spring Hill, who passed on June 29, 2023. She is survived by her two sons, Gregorio Lugo Jr. (Iniabett); and Nelson Sr. (Susan) and her grandchildren, Natasha, Tyson James, …
The Chancellor’s Office was informed that Mrs. Mary Ann Sokol, 81, of Indiana, passed away Friday, June 30, 2023 at Indiana Regional Medical Center. Ms. Sokol was the mother of Margaret Ann “Maggie” Rogers, Executive Director of Catholic Charities, Diocese of St. Petersburg. Mary Ann is survived by her husband of 59 years, John J. …
We informed the passing of Mr. Tommy Schaefer, 91, on Saturday, June 10, 2023. Mr. Schaefer was the father-in-law of Angie Schaefer, Director of Internal Services Administration for the Diocese of St. Petersburg. Please keep Angie, family members and loved ones in your prayers during this difficult time. Expressions of sympathy might be sent to …
The Chancellor’s Office informs the passing of Mr. Chris Tottle, 63, on Tuesday, June 20, 2023 in Largo, FL, due to heart complications. He was the brother of Reverend Gregg Tottle, retired priest of the Diocese of St. Petersburg and the uncle of Mr. Mark DeSio, Seminarian of our Diocese. Mr. Tottle is survived by …
The Diaconate Office has received word of the passing of Mrs. Bonnie Beaudry, 82, wife of Deacon Richard Beaudry of St. Francis of Assisi Parish, Seffner, who passed on June 17, 2023. Funeral Mass will take place on Saturday, July 1, 2023, 10:00 AM, Rosary at 9:30AM, at St. Francis of Assis Catholic Church, 4450 …
The Chancellor’s Office was informed that Mr. Marvin Hays, 60, died suddenly and was discovered in his home on Wednesday, June 7, 2023. He is the brother of Reverend John Hays, Pastor of St. Anne Parish, Ridge Manor. UPDATE: Funeral Mass was offered on Saturday, July 8, 2023 at St. Anne Catholic Church, 4142 Treiman …
Word reached the Office of the Vicar for Religious that Sister Elizabeth Ann Demirgian, formerly known as Sister Marie Berge Demirgian, died on Tuesday, May 2, 2023, at the Dominican Life Center in Adrian, Michigan. She was 91 years of age and in the 64th year of her religious profession in the Adrian Dominican Congregation. …
The Chancellor’s Office received the news that Mr. Joey Obordo, 58, brother of Ms. Claire Obordo, Lay Pastoral Assistant at Sacred Heart Parish, Dade City, passed away unexpectedly on Friday morning, May 19, 2023, at his home in Flower Mound, Texas. He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Julie, along with his sister, …
The Chancellor’s Office received word today that Mr. Alberto C. Bueno, 91, father of Reverend Alberto Bueno, T.O.R., Parochial Vicar of St. Patrick Parish, Tampa, passed away on May 11, 2023, while in Hospice care in Arlington, Virginia. According to Father Bueno, his father died “peacefully” after experiencing declining health in recent days. Funeral arrangements …
The Chancellor’s Office sadly announces the passing of Reverend Joseph M. Vanderholt, S.J., 85 years old, who has been serving at Jesuit High School since January of 2021, on Saturday, May 6, 2023 in an acute care facility in Land O’Lakes. Born in Texas in 1937, Fr. Vanderholt entered the Society of Jesus in 1955 …
Word reached our office of the passing of Sister Kathleen Therese McCann, baptized Mary Helen McCann, April 4, 2023, at the Dominican Life Center in Adrian, Michigan. She was 97 years of age and in the 75th year of her religious profession in the Adrian Dominican Congregation. Sister Kathleen Therese ministered for more than 25 …
Word reached the Chancellor’s Office that Ms. Joanne M. Tomassi, 67 years, long-time Parish Office Manager of St. John Vianney Parish, St. Pete Beach, passed away in the Lord today, Monday, April 17, 2023, at St. Anthony’s Hospital, St. Petersburg. In addition to her work for the parish, Ms. Tomassi was highly involved with the …
Word has been received of the death of Rev. Ronald Stark, OFM, a Franciscan priest for 57 years, on Saturday, April 8, 2023. He was born in Pleasant Mount, PA to Philip and Lillian (Byron) Stark. Survivors include a brother, Nealon Stark and a sister Linda Fox. The funeral Mass will take place on Tuesday, …
We inform the passing of Mr. Jaime Pujol Rodriguez, 90 years, on Easter Sunday, April 9, 2023, in Hudson, Fl. Mr. Pujol was the grandfather of Ms. Jasmine Pujol, Administrative Assistant of the Office of Vocations. He is survived by two sisters Antonia and Mildred. Three children Jaime Pujol (Aida Rodriguez), Ana del Carmen Pujol, …
The Chancellor’s Office received word that Mrs. Mary King, 99, mother of Reverend Bruce King, I.C., Pastor of St. Theresa Parish, Spring Hill, passed away in the Lord on Holy Saturday, April 8, 2023, while under palliative care in Naples, Florida. Mrs. King was just months shy of her 100th birthday. Funeral Service for Mrs. …