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Bioethics pioneer remembered for profound contribution to the Church

Appointed Director of the L J Goody Bioethics Centre in 1986, Rev Dr Walter Black will be remembered for having lived a life marked by deep faith, intellectual brilliance, and a profound commitment to the Church’s mission.

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Sr Rita remembered for legendary commitment, love and compassion

After completing school and working for a few years Rita Goodchild arrived in Perth, Western Australia with nine much younger women and entered convent of the Presentation Sisters on 28 December 1950. She made first profession on the 26 January 1954. She never lost her love for Cork, her family and Nano Nagle.

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Sister Rita Goodchild Obituary

Obituary: Father Michael Casey remembered for humble spirit, unwavering commitment

Former South Perth Parish Priest Fr Michael Casey will be remembered for his practical nature that always ensured no one’s time was wasted, in addition to his devotion to his parishioners, his humble spirit, and his unwavering commitment to serving God’s people.

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Father Wayne Davis remembered as man of immense kindness, spirituality, and gratitude

It was during his time in Kalgoorlie that former Claremont Parish Priest Fr Wayne Davis received his calling to the priesthood, a moment that was no surprise to those who knew him well.

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Obituary: Father Lionel Gerald Henry SDB

Born in Kolkata, India, to Eva and Gerald Henry, (Fr) Lionel was one of five children, with three sisters and a brother. His early years were marked by spirited adventures, such as skipping classes at St John Berchmans School to play marbles.

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OBITUARY: Sr Rita remembered for legendary commitment, love and compassion

After completing school and working for a few years Rita Goodchild arrived in Perth, Western Australia with nine much younger women and entered convent of the Presentation Sisters on 28 December 1950. She made first profession on the 26 January 1954. She never lost her love for Cork, her family and Nano Nagle.

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Ann Cullity remembered for creating beauty and inspiring meaning in the world

Cottesloe parishioner Ann Cullity will be remembered for knowing the meaning cultivation- how to nurture, have purpose, pay attention, connect, transform, and, most importantly care.

In honour of Mrs Cullity, The Record is this week publishing a eulogy provided by her daughter Kate.

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Ann Cullity Obituary

‘Life source’ of Yangebup Parishgoes home to God

Perth Presentation Sister Emmanuel Crocetti PBVM will be remembered as a kind and caring soul, following her passing to eternal life on 7 December 2023.

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Presentation Sister Emmanuel Crocetti PBVM Orbituary

Right to Life WA Founder remembered for passion for the gift of life

The first President and founder of the Right to Life Association Peter O’Meara will be remembered for his passion for the gift of life.

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Norbertine’s Perth co-founder returns to God

Originally from County Cavan, Ireland, Fr Stephen was ordained at Holy Trinity Abbey, Kilnacrott, on 2 July 1955, before being invited four years later by then Archbishop Redmond Prendiville to work in the growing Archdiocese of Perth.

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Fr Stephen Fintan Cooney OPraem Orbituary

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