William Helmick, delivered a beautiful homily and reflection, highlighting the high points of the long and distinguished service of Msgr. But monsignor had a very large family, many of whom were able to be there, and it was a very moving celebration. Unfortunately, there were only a couple of other priests who were able to be with us. Theresa’s Parish in West Roxbury.Īs those in the Boston area surely recall, Thursday we had a very bad snowstorm, but I was very pleased that I was able to make it to the funeral. This week I am in Rome for meetings with the Council of Cardinals and the Holy Father but, before I left, on Thursday I was able to celebrate the funeral Mass for Msgr.
