Fr. Terrence Smith, T.O.R. passed away. This is the full obituary where you can share condolences and memories. Published in the The Tribune Democrat on 2023-11-30.
Sept. 25, 1954 – March 3, 2021
Mar 8, 2021
Brother Didacus R. Wilson, T.O.R., of the Third Order Regular Franciscans of the Province of the Immaculate Conception, U.S.A., died on Wednesday in northern Virginia.
He was born in Verdun, France, to Deanel Wilson and Irene Stepniak Wilson and was given the name Richard at baptism.
Surviving are his brothers: Robert, Dennis, Patrick and Timothy; their families; and many co-workers, former students and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Brother Didacus entered the Franciscan Community in September 1980, and professed Solemn Vows in September 1986, at St. Thomas More House of Studies in Washington, D.C., For most of his religious life, Brother Didacus served the Church and the Franciscan community as an instructor in English and American Literature at Bishop Ireton High School, Alexandria, Va. From 1990-96, he was a professor of English at The Catholic University of America, from which he earned a Doctorate in American
Dec 18, 2020
Nativity scenes, donated by members of First Presbyterian Church, are on display throughout the downtown Johnstown church.By Todd Berkey
The coming of Christ, God saves, the faithfulness of God, Jesus is Immanuel and Godâs everlasting presence are a few of the Christmas messages that will be heard in area churches.
Pastor Terry Knipple of Franklin Street United Methodist Church, 510 Locust St., downtown Johnstown, said his Advent message has centered around Godâs faithfulness.
âThis year especially people need to be reminded that God is in control and this pandemic didnât catch him by surprise, and that our faith is what carries us through the good and bad times,â he said.