Jack McNichol
At the end of 2008 our oldest parishioner Jack McNichol (96) passed away. The photograph shows him at a parish event in St Leo’s house.
Margaret McCulloch
Margaret McCulloch
Margaret McCulloch struggled courageously and gracefully with ill health for many years, and despite her health problems she still helped with church cleaning, took photographs at special parish celebrations, sold the newspapers each Sunday, enjoyed her bowling club, took an active part in the St Pio Prayer Group, attended special services throughout the city and in the parish – she loved her faith and enjoyed her life!
Her funeral Intercessions :
We pray for Margaret: that God who gave her life, and a deep faith throughout that life, may bring her to fulfilment and joy in the company of the saints. PAUSE Lord, hear us
We pray for Margaret’s family, for her many friends, and all who love and mourn for her. May all of us be happy with her one day in the kingdom of God. PAUSE Lord, hear us
We pray that the generous love, the patience and courage that Margaret showed, may encourage each of us to grow in love for God and each other. PAUSE Lord, hear us
We pray for doctors and nursing staff, and all who have helped or supported Margaret in the health problems with which she was afflicted. PAUSE Lord, hear us
We pray for people throughout the world who live in any kind of hardship or distress: at this time we remember people living in fear or violence in the Holy Land, the Middle East and Africa. PAUSE Lord, hear us
Agnes Livingstone
Agnes Livingstone
Agnes Livingstone died in the Southern General Hospital on Thursday 26th February 2009, aged 91, and with her family around her. On the Tuesday she received the Sacrament of the Sick, and assured the priest that she had enhjoyed a very full and happy life, felt that she had been given many blessings by the Lord, and was aware of the love she experienced in her family.
Chrissie Higgins
Chrissie Higgins
Chrissie, widow of Pat, died on the 18th March. Her funeral showed the affection and esteem in which she was held by her family, friends and by the St Mungo Singers with whom she sang for many years. She was buried at St Conval’s, Barrhead, on 24th March 2009.
Vincent Kerr
Vincent Kerr: 15th July 1946 – Easter Sunday 12th April 2009
Intercessions for Vincent Kerr 18th April 2009
We pray for Vincent: that God who gave him life And the hope of eternal life in Baptism, May give him welcome and peace in the company of the saints. Lord, hear us . . . .
We pray for all of Vincent’s family: for his children: Veronica, Pauline, Martin, Marcelline, Andrew and Damian, for his brother Pat, and sisters: Mary, Anne and Margaret, for his grand-daughter Lottie, for his friends, for those who were good to him, and those who mourn for him.
Lord, hear us . . . .
We thank God for the goodness seen in Vincent’s life: for the courage and humility he showed in his life-long ill health, for his kindness and understanding to his family, for the faith which he cherished and the prayers he said for all who were dear to him, for the dignity and peace he was given on his final journey. May we be encouraged by his example to grow in love for God and each other.
Lord, hear us . . . .
We pray for the doctors, nurses, and carers involved with Vincent throughout his life. We remember with compassion all those who suffer from any kind of illness especially mental and emotional difficulties.
Lord, hear us . . . .
Bridget Sweeney
Bridget Sweeney
Funeral Intercessions
We pray for Bridget: that God who gave her life may bring her to fulfilment and joy with her husband Frank, and her son, Frank, in the company of the saints. PAUSE Lord, hear us
We pray for Bridget’s family: for Robert and Linda, for grand-children and great-grand-children, her friends, and all who love and mourn for her. May all of us be happy with her one day in the kingdom of God. PAUSE Lord, hear us
We pray that the generosity she showed, the love of family and friends, and the devotion she had to the Church and her faith may encourage each of us to grow in love for God and each other. PAUSE Lord, hear us
We pray for doctors and nursing staff, and all who have helped or supported Bridget in the health problems of these last years. PAUSE Lord, hear us
We pray for people throughout the world who live in any kind of hardship or distress: at this time we remember people living in fear or violence in the Holy Land, the Middle East and Africa. PAUSE Lord, hear us
Dominic McCafferty
Dominic McCafferty: 1925 – 2009
Dominic, husband of Margaret, died on Monday 20th April 2009. Some of his affectionate family and friends wrote a poem for him which reminds us of much that was so unmistakeably ‘Dominic’:
The intercessions prepared by his family were:
We pray for Dominic who in baptism was given the pledge of eternal life and happiness. May he now enjoy the company of his family and friends who have gone before him and all the angels and saints.
Lord, in your mercy: Hear our prayer
We pray for Dominic’s wife, Margaret, his brothers and sisters, his nieces and nephews and all his family. Lord, in your mercy: Hear our prayer
We pray for all who have been part of Dominic’s life, the friends he cherished and enjoyed. Lord, in your mercy: Hear our prayer
We pray for those Dominic helped and those who helped Dominic.
Lord, in your mercy: Hear our prayer
We pray for the doctors, nurses and carers and all the sick of the parish. Lord, in your mercy: Hear our prayer
John Broe
John Broe: 1931 – 2009
John died unexpectedly on 29th April. Funeral vigil: Monday 4th May followed by Mass on the Tuesday at 10.00
John Broe Funeral Intercessions, 5th May 2009
We pray for John, that God who in baptism gave him such great faith and the hope of eternal life, may make him welcome him with all the saints in the Kingdom of God. Lord, hear us
We pray for Margaret, his wife, John and Liz, his children, his grandchildren Lauren and Ryan, for all his family and friends, and for all who mourn for him. Lord, hear us
We thank God for the good example and encouragement we have received through John – for his kindly generosity, his sense of humour, for his love of family and faith, for the attention and support he gave the Church and community. Lord, hear us
We pray for all those who supported John in his illness, and for the Doctors and nurses in the Southern General. Lord, hear us
Tom Tiffney
Funeral Intercessions 3rd July 2009
We pray for Tom, that God who gave him such great faith and the hope of eternal life, may make him welcome in the company of the saints in the Kingdom of God. Lord, hear us
We pray for Anne, his wife, his children Mark, Judy and John, his grandchildren and for all who loved him and were part of his life. Lord, hear us
We thank God for the many lovely qualities seen in Tom’s life, his devotion to family, friends and church, his broad sympathy and compassion for all things human, his humour and so much else. Lord, hear us
We pray for ourselves who are here today: that we who mourn may be encouraged by Tom’s example and be able to grow in faith, hope and love for God and each other. Lord, hear us
Peter McKendrick King
Born – Monday 2nd December 1918 and died on Friday 26th December 2009 aged 89 years. Peter spent some 3 years in a Japanese prisoner of war camp, then returned home where he worked in the shipyards. He married his wife Lily and they were together for almost 60 years. He was a veryprominent member of Our Lady and St Margaret’s parish before moving to Craigton and Our Lady of Lourdes parish.
Funeral Intercessions
We pray for Peter, that God who gave him such great faith and the hope of eternal life, may make him welcome with his wife, Lily, in the Kingdom of God. Lord, hear us
We pray for Daniel and Catherine, for Julia and Bryan, Peter’s nephew and niece, and for all who loved him and were part of his life. Lord, hear us
We thank God for the lovely qualities seen in Peter’s life, and for the good he was able to do for other people Lord, hear us
We pray for ourselves who are here today: That we who mourn may be able to grow in faith, hope and love for God and each other. Lord, hear us
Livio Di Mascio 3rd February 2010
Intercessions
We pray for Livio: in baptism he was given the hope of eternal life and happiness. May he now be at ease in the company of the saints. Lord, hear us. . . . . .
We pray for Livio’s family for Rita, his wife, for Dom, Lio, Fred, and Margherita, for his grandchildren: Kaja, Lachlann, Lio, Olivia, Louis, and Anna; for his friends, for all who have part of his life, for those present and for all who mourn. Lord, hear us. . . . . .
We pray for the doctors, nurses and ancillaries who cared for Livio in his illness. Lord, hear us. . . . . .
We pray that the goodness of God seen in Livio’s life in his generosity and kindliness may encourage us all to grow in faith, hope and love. Lord, hear us. . . . . .
We pray for people throughout the world who live in any kind of hardship, sorrow or distress, especially just now the people of Haiti. Lord, hear us. . . . . .
Joseph McCabe 13th February 1925 – 1st March 2010: Vigil St. Leo the Great Monday 8th March 2010
The family would like to thank you for your kindness and support and for honouring Joe’s memory by your presence today.
Silent Tear.
Each night we shed a silent tear,
As we speak to you in prayer.
To let you know we love you,
And just how much we care.
Take our million teardrops,
Wrap them up in love,
Then ask the wind to carry them,
To you in heaven above.
Intercessions:
Intercessions Joe McCabe Funeral 9th March 2010-03-06
We pray for Joe: May God who gave him life, and the hope of eternal life in baptism, give him happiness and peace with all the saints .
Lord, hear us . . . . .
We pray for Joe’s family: for Lena, his wife, for Joseph, Eileen, for his grandchildren, for all who have been part of his life, all who have shown him love and support, for all who mourn for him. Lord, hear us . . . .
We thank God for the lovely qualities with which Joe was endowed, especially the unfailing love he showed to his family. Lord, hear us . . . .
We pray for the doctors and nurses and all who cared for Joe in his illness. Lord, hear us . . . .
Moira McLaughlin 18th March 2010
8th February 1923 – 11th March 2010
Moira was born and raised in the Gorbals area of Glasgow. As a young adult Moira lived with her parents in Cathcart Road, Govanhill. Moira cared for them throughout their lives. She also cared for her Aunt Claire until her death in 1989. Prior to entering St Francis Nursing Home Moira remained in Govanhill – Butterbiggins Rd surrounded by many friends in the Parish of Our Lady of Consolation. Moira had one brother, Pat, who died some years ago.
During World War 11, Moira served her country in the RAF as a WREN, throughout these war years Moira had opportunity to fly an aircraft – an opportunity she relished. Following on from the war years Moira enjoyed a successful career in Grants Books Publishing Company. She retired at the age of 60.
Throughout her life Moira was a great friend to Margaret Scanlon and her family. Moira offered great support and friendship to Margaret and her children; Ted, Joe, Margaret, Tom and Maria. As the children grew Moira was an integral part of the family renowned for her kindness and generosity. Many a happy family holiday was enjoyed by the Scanlons at Moira’s holiday house in Rothesay.
Latterly Moira and Margaret enjoyed many trips around the country taking full advantage of their retired status. They would meet daily at Mass in Glasgow Cathedral and venture forth from there. Following Margaret’s death in1995 Moira remained very much a part of the Scanlon Family and continued to celebrate Christmas and all special occasions with the family. Moira will be best remembered as a true friend, a lady who was an avid reader who enjoyed theatre and the arts. As a friend to so many Moira offered kindness, compassion and great fun to all she knew. She will be sadly missed.
Moira’s Intercessions
For Moira, that today God will touch her heart, reach out and welcome her home to join Him in the greater glory of the Kingdom of Heaven. We ask in Your mercy……………Hear our prayer.
For Moira and all the faithfully departed, may they rest in peace and may God grant them eternal life. We ask in Your mercy…………Hear our prayer
For all members of the church that, like Moira, we may be instruments of God’s work in reconciling the world, encouraging all to seek justice and equality. We ask in Your mercy…………….Hear our prayer.
For carers and all those who work with the elderly, may God’s compassionate love inspire them and sustain them in their vocation. We ask in Your mercy……Hear our prayer.
For the healing of those who are ill and suffering, that God’s renewing love will strengthen and comfort all in need. We ask in your Mercy……………Hear our prayer.
For all who have sorrow in their lives, especially those who have lost loved ones, that they may know the presence of God. We ask in your mercy…….Hear our prayer.
Gina Cosgrove 22nd March 2010
William McKinney 22nd March at the Lynn Cemetary – youngest of three brothers – John, Philip and William (Billy). Billy lived with his mother, until her death, when he got a little flat of his own. He lead a quiet, simple life and didn’t like a fuss, generally walked everywhere and would blether to anyone.
Bruce Byrne: 17th April 2010: Bruce was one of a large family. Bruce’s family described him as a generous and kindly man, who worked in children’s homes As a care worker, then became a visitor for the Social Work Department. Only 58 when he died, he suffered from a motor neurone disease and then developed a brain tumour.
Funeral Intercessions
We pray for Bruce: In baptism he was given the hope of eternal life; may he now be happy in the company of God’s children in heaven, with Jack, Margaret and Jimmy.
Lord, hear us
We pray for Bruce’s family: for May, Tommy, Helen, Cathy, Alice, Daniel, Barbara, Anne, Frances, for his nieces and nephews, great-nieces and great nephews and his brother in law; we pray for for his friends, for all who mourn for him and all who have been good to him.
Lord, hear us
We thank God for the kindliness and generosity in Bruce’s life, for the care he showed for others, and we pray that we may be encouraged by his example to grow in the love of God and of each other.
Lord, hear us
We pray for people everywhere who live in any kind of hardship or distress.
Lord, hear us
Margaret Sweeney 4th June 2010
We pray for Margaret: that God who gave her life, and the hope of eternal life and happiness, may welcome her among his children in heaven.
Lord, hear us.
We pray for her family: for Francis, Robert, her family and friends and all who love her.
Lord, hear us.
We thank God for the great goodness seen in Margaret’s life, for her devotion to family and her generous and loving nature.
Lord, hear us
We pray for all who have been good to Margaret, and for all who have helped her – latterly for the doctors and nurses in hospital, for Home Helps and carers.
Lord, hear us.
We pray for people everywhere who suffer from any kind of hardship or distress.
Lord, hear us
Michael Wagner 28th August 2010
Intercessions for Michael Wagner
1 We pray for Michael: may God who, at his Baptism, gave him the hope of eternal life and happiness, now welcome him into the company of the saints.
Lord, hear us
2 We pray for Michael’s family, for Silvia his wife, for his children Alessio and Isabella, for John his father, Beverley his step-mother,for his brothers:
Leo, Adam and Edward, his sisters Sophiem, Emma and Julia,for his friends and all who mourn for him.
Lord, hear us
3 We remember with gratitude the great goodness in Michael’s life, his love and care for his family and friends, and his courage in the illness which so afflicted him.
We ask that his example may encourage us to grow in love for each other and for God.
Lord, hear us
4 We pray for all who supported and cared for Michael in his illness and for his family: for the sisters, doctors, nurses, carers and staff at St Francis’ Nursing Home.
We also pray that God may guide the doctors and nurses who research illnesses in order to find cures to ease pain and suffering.
Lord, hear us
Frank Quin: funeral October 7th and 8th 2010 aged 86
Intercessions for Frank Quin
We pray for Frank: that God, who gave him life, and in baptism the hope of eternal life, may welcome him into the company of Ruby, Charlie and Alan who have gone before him, and of all the saints in the Kingdom of God.
Lord, hear us
We pray for Frank’s brothers, Ossie and Joe, for his step-daughter Eileen, for their families, for Frank’s friends and for all who mourn for him.
Lord, hear us
We thank God for Frank’s love of life, for his positive attitude, for his humour and good nature, and we pray that we who have known him be encouraged in our own lives.
Lord, hear us
We pray for the nurses and doctors and all who looked after and helped Frank in his latter years.
Lord, hear us
We pray for people throughout the world who live in any kind of hardship or distress.
Lord, hear us
Rita di Mascio
Eddie Murtagh
Rose McGarvie
Anna McNiff June 20th 2011
Intercessions: Anna McNiff June 20th 2011
We pray for Anna: in baptism she was given the hope of eternal life. May she now be happy in heaven with Noreen, her daughter, and all her family and friends who have gone before her. Lord, hear us
We pray for Anna’s family, for her husband Bernard, her sister Margaret, her daughters Anna, Kathleen, Patricia and Bernadette, her grand-children Keith, Peter, Paul, Daniel, David, Lisa, Emma, Mark, Hayley and Craig, her great-grandchild Callum, for her friends and all who mourn for her. Lord, hear us
We thank God for the great goodness in Anna’s life: for her generosity and love of family and friends, and for her very clear sense of God’s presence. Lord, hear us
We pray for those who have helped Anna – her doctors, nurses, the Padre Pio Prayer group, those who visited her and all who were good to her. Lord, hear us
.Jane Henderson April 011
We pray for Jane:
that God who gave her life, and the hope of eternal life in baptism,
will welcome her into happiness and peace with Archie, her husband, and all the
saints .
Lord, hear us . . . . .
We pray for Jane’s family:
for her children Marion, Archie and Ian,
for her grandchildren Sarah, Emma, Archie, Angela, George, Iain, Scott Clare
and Angela,
for her great-grandchildren: Stephen Anthony, Paul Michael, Marc John, and Sean
Matthew, Conor and Kyle, Declan and Sean;
for all who have been part of her life and for all who mourn for her.
Lord, hear us . . . .
We thank God for the loving qualities with which Jane was endowed, especially the
unfailing love she showed to her family.
Lord, hear us . . . .
We pray for the doctors, nurses and carers who supported
Jane in her illness.
Lord, hear us . . .
generosity and love of family and friends, and for her very clear sense of
God’s presence.
Lord, hear us
Liam McGlinchey
5 – 10 – 2011 Mass 6 – 10 – 2011
John Heany, 20 Dumbreck Court, flat 86
Next of kin: Lynsey
St Leo the Great – Craigton Crematorium
October 7th 2011
John’s family described him as a good-natured and sociable
man, who was born in Ibrox, and became a jack-of-all-trades (he was a painter
and decorator, a scaffolder, a candle-maker at Shearer’s, a footballer – played
for Harmony Row and got a trial for Partick Thistle).
Leo Howard Gilbert 18 – 10 – 011
Next of kin: Cathy
Intercessions
We pray for Leo: that God who gave him life and the hope of
eternal life will welcome him into the happiness and the company of the saints.
Lord, hear us: Lord, graciously hear us.
We pray for Leo’s family:
for Cathy and Frank, for Hugh, Howard and John,
for Michael, Dominic, Joseph, Aidan and Ben,
and for Maira, Shiela, Clare, Margot and David.
Lord, hear us: Lord, graciously hear us.
We pray that the devotion Leo showed to family and friends,
to church and navy,
his personal integrity, humour and generosity
may continue to encourage each of us to grow in our own humanity.
Lord, hear us: Lord, graciously hear us.
We pray for sea-farers everywhere, and for all who support
them in the hardships of their way of life.
Lord, hear us: Lord, graciously hear us.
Michael Daly 17 – 10 – 2011
Next of kin: May
Intercessions
We pray for Michael: that God who gave him life and the hope
of eternal life will welcome him into the happiness and the company of the
saints.
Lord, hear us: Lord, graciously hear us.
We pray for Michael’s family:
For his wife, May, for their sons Michael and Desmond,
Their daughters Lorraine
and Yvonne and for their families,
For their friends, the medical staff who looked after him,
and all who have been part of his life.
Lord, hear us: Lord, graciously hear us.
We pray that the generous and loving nature with which
Michael was gifted, his kindness to so many,
may encourage each of us to be like him in such goodness.
Lord, hear us: Lord, graciously hear us.
We pray for people everywhere who live in any kind of hardship
or distress.
Lord, hear us: Lord, graciously hear us.
We sing:
May the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace, rest in peace.
Claudio Vitale
13th August 2012
Tino Moscardini 11-6-1926 – 12-9-2012
Funeral leaflet
Quant’è bella giovinezza
Quant’è bella giovinezza
che si fugge tuttavia!
Chi vuol esser lieto,sia:
di doman non c’è certezza.
Quest’è Bacco e Arianna
belli, e l’un dell’altro ardenti:
perché ‘l tempo fugge e inganna,
insieme sempre stan contenti.
Dolores Rice
11th October 2012