Father Robert J. Palladino

I only found out recently of the passing of RJ Palladino. I met him and was inspired by him when I was a Reed student in his Calligraphy class over 40 years ago. He had a way about him, a peacefulness, an inner joy, a wise soul that I never forgot. I am so thankful that I sleuthed an address for him and wrote to him in the Fall of 2014. I told him what an impact he had had on me so many years ago. And he wrote back to me with genuine surprise and pleasure. Such humility! I had so hoped to...

Eric and family, I met your father when he ministered to my mother in her last days. His compassion, guidance, and kindness were invaluable to our family in this time of sorrow. I know that he is in heaven conversing with all those who preceded him. My friendship with him was only beginning and I will miss our conversations. Thank you for sharing him with us. Irene Montgomery, Salem (along with my family, my sisters, and their families)

Heartbroken with the news of the sudden passing of my mentor, colleague and dear friend of over 40 years, Father Robert Palladino. I'm so grateful that the last few years we met annually on his visits to New Mexico, to share an Italian meal and a good glass of wine, and even more grateful that I had a full day with him last year, visiting the NM monastery where he was a cloistered monk for almost 20 years. It was a radiant day and we shared it well.
Robert always spoke so lovingly of his...

Heartbroken with the news of the sudden passing of my mentor, colleague and dear friend, Father Robert Palladino. I'm so grateful that the last few years we met annually on his visits to New Mexico, to share an Italian meal and a good glass of wine, and even more grateful that I had a full day with him last year, visiting the NM monastery where he was a cloistered monk for almost 20 years. It was a radiant day and we shared it well. RIP RJP, I miss all of the Italian food, wine and endless...

You are a true inspiration to all and will be missed. We will see you again your devotion and our faith guides the way. Love and prayers to you always John Roxanne & Christopher Shea

Father Robert brought delightful, surprising music to services at St. John's in Welches. As I got to know him, I appreciated his depth of knowledge in all the arts and in history. I will always treasure his humility, generosity, kindness, gentleness and wit. The integrity with which he lived his life is inspiring. Pope Francis would certainly honor him if he knew Fr. Robert's story. Thank-you, dear Sir, for having graced us with your Self.

Eric and other family - May God give you Peace & Comfort at this time. You father will always be in our hearts and in our home, as we have a very special tie to him. He married my husband and me twenty years ago this August and was a dear friend to a family member. we have several pieces of his art, that we cherish, including our marriage certificate. We will miss his joyous and peaceful soul here on earth, but God, the angles and saints will enjoy it in heaven!!

I join with many in mourning the loss of Fr. Palladino. It was providence that I attended some of his final Masses here at St. John's in Welches this past January and February. Fr. Palladino exemplified my communication with the church. His homilies were never long but always memorable. He was adept on drawing a historical perspective that resonated. I will never forget how happy and grateful he was when I gave him a bottle of red wine from Galilee (for Holy Communion of course!) He drew...