REV. MSGR FRANCIS MEEHAN

A Man for All Seasons

Dear friend, I,ve often thought of you through the years. Most recently, each time I did my banking business on line, you were the answere to one of the challaege questions: "Who was your favorite teached in High School?" My loss for having not told you so before you were called away. Cardnial Dpughterty, '67.

Fran was ordained two years ahead of me in Rome. When I was ordained in 1963, he gave me a gift of $5 and afterwards he met my family on a trip to Vienna. He was a special friend, a man I always looked up to, a joyful presence, a person I felt was very close to God. I am sure he is interceding for us all now.
Dick Liddy, Seton Hall University

To the Family of the late Rev. Msgr Francis X. Meehan, I am a former student of his as I attended CDHS 1965-1969, he was my religion teacher in my junior year. I always admired his quiet demeanor which I feel was one of his strengths, he always got his point across. He was the example of a person dedicated to God. May God continue to Bless you and your family knowing that your brother is resting with the Lord.

To the Meehan Family, . How happy we are that Msgr. Meehan is truly in the presence of Our Heavenly Father. He sees the face of Jesus through the Holy Spirit. I am told that this was his wish! Alleluia!!

Joe, our request for God's healing grace to you and your family in this difficult time. I smile whenever I think of Franny. He had a great mind – he and I sat next to each other in philosophy at St. Charles and matched syllogistic conclusions. Despite his back problems later in life, he was a great athlete. I can still see him coming around the tree, puffing up the hill, and winning the 440 race for our class in our sem "olympics." But I'll remember him most for his charming personality. I...

Joe,

Blessings of comfort and memories during these days. Fran, as you and Jim, bless, challenge, and inspire us all in so many ways. Always great to know that you all were around - and still are.

Peace,
Larry DiPaul

I am writing this note to my beloved Father Meehan as We always used to call him. I think he is here around us and he did not depart.
My family and I owe him a lot. We moved to SSJ about 11 years ago, didn't know anyone or anything, he truly welcomed us in a very warm way. He supported our presence. Father Meehan encourged us to get involved.
I can't forget his visits to me while I was recovering from my Cancer. Six years ago, he would come to the house to offer me...