Bernard M. Dolan

I had the privilege of Knowing the great Fr. Bernie Dolan during my grammar School days at St. Rose School in Newtown where he was a priest, along with Fr. Tom Lynch and Pastor Ray Stephenson. Later, he taught me Religion at Immaculate High School in Danbury and finally, he was my Pastor at Christ The King in Trumbull, CT. "Bernie" had the ability to teach and preach about Jesus, reminding us all that he was flesh and blood, and was subject to everything we all go through, and obviously,...

Father Dolan always did his best to preempt the spurious machinations of the "Ant Gang", most of whom attended Holy Family School in Fairfield in the late 1960s. Nevertheless, we always remained on friendly terms with Father Bernie, though he did NOT appreciate allusions to a popular laundry detergent commercial featuring a hapless gentleman also named "Bernie Dolan". Rest in Peace Father Dolan. Thanks for being a good sport.

25 years ago you joined Michael and me in marriage. Your friendship, guidance and encouragement has stayed with us both all these years. You are loved greatly and will be remembered always.

I will miss you Fr. Dolan...I just found out about your passing and I am so sad...You were a joy and a light to your parish. I always thought that you were a very smart and wise person who had a very eloquent way of preaching the word of God. May you rest in peace. You will always have a special place in my heart.
Linda Tillman

You taught me at IHS "Class of '73" and always watched out for us at the Green Light. You were easy to talk to and always made yourself available. Later you baptized my son and I knew I could still count on you. I will truly miss you.

It was truly an honor to have known Fr. Bernie & to have had him as one of my theology instructors. In May'82, he was the priest that married my Joe & me & made it all the more special. RIP Fr. Bernie until we meet again!

He was the best! I also have found memories of Father Bernie's classes. He always had a good attitude about life and was a very caring individual. IHS class of '78.

He was the best! I also have found memories of Father Bernie's theology class. He had an excellent attitude, and was a very caring individual. IHS class of '78.