March 13, 2019
With the clergy,
consecrated religious and lay faithful of the Diocese of Arlington, I was
saddened to hear of the passing of Monsignor Frank Mahler early this morning at
the Little Sisters of the Poor residence in Richmond. Monsignor served
faithfully, first in the Diocese of Richmond and then in the Diocese of
Arlington after its establishment in 1974. In my brief time knowing him I came
to appreciate his fidelity, generosity, and good humor. He provided all of us
with a great example of priestly life and ministry. May the Lord now grant him
the reward of his labors.
I also take this
opportunity to thank the Franciscan Sisters of the Eucharist and the Little
Sisters of the Poor for their care of Monsignor over the past several years.
Their solicitude for both his physical and spiritual wellbeing are a wonderful
witness to the Gospel.