Bitterman, Father John Lawrence, S.S. 2012, October 5 Date of Birth: 1942, April 16 John Lawrence Bitterman was the first child born to Ferdinand L. and Minnie (nee Vienna) Bitterman on April 16, 1942 in Stockton, California. He is survived by his younger sister,...
Konkel, Father Eugene John, S.S. 2012, September 14 Birth Date: 1931, March 7 The opening chapter of John’s Gospel tells us that Jesus, upon seeing Nathanael coming toward him, declared: “Here is a true Israelite. There is no guile in him.” A similar declaration could...
Lardner, Father Gerald Vincent, S.S. 2012, June 18 Date of Birth: 1941, October Father Gerald “Gerry” Vincent Lardner, S.S. will be remembered for his communication skills and advice to preachers: keep it short, mainly edit; say something, don’t ramble; make a point,...
Bowen, III, Father John Wesley, S.S. 2012, May 6 Date of Birth: 1924, June 24 In Luke’s Gospel (19:12-27), we read of the master who gave his servants money (or talents) to use while he was away. Upon his return, he asked for an accounting from each of how they used...
Lee, Father William James, S.S. 2012, February 19 Date of Birth: 1922, April 14 Each member of our Society of St. Sulpice who passes on to the Lord leaves a mark. Of some it can be said that with their death a page is turned in the ministry and life of our Sulpician...
