Syracuse, New York
Father George V. Coyne, S.J. February 11, 2020 Father George V. Coyne, S.J., who directed the Vatican Observatory for nearly 30 years, from 1978 to 2006, died on Tuesday, Feb. 11 at Upstate University Hospital in Syracuse, NY, where he was being treated for cancer. He was 87 years old. Father...
Read MoreFather Coyne was one of my first encounters in 1990, when I embarked on the study of science and faith. I still quote from my memory of his talk at the Cosmos and Creation meeting at Loyola University of Maryland in 1990, when he wisely said "The theology that marries the science of today will be the widow of tomorrow."
Peter Dodson
University of Pennsylvania
February 24, 2020
We lost a gifted, Holy Man who will be missed. Rest in Peace Father.
James Cody
February 17, 2020 | Friend
May you rest in eternal peace. Thank your for insights into our world. We miss you!
Theresa Evans
February 16, 2020 | Syracuse, NY
Rest well Fr Coyne. I pray God provides the strength and support for your family, both by birth and the families formed through your life. Amen. I pray for strength and support for all the lives you touched as they adjust to not having you around. Amen. Rest well Fr. Coyne. Amen.
Ogugwa "Gigi" Uzorka
February 16, 2020 | Liverpool, NY
