Online Book of Condolence for Pope Francis

As the faithful around the world mourn the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis, the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception invites you to share your prayers, comments, and memories in our Online Book of Condolence. A Pope of the people, Pope Francis inspired millions with his humility, compassion, and tireless devotion. As the first Pontiff from the Americas, he brought fresh insight to the papacy, rooted in mercy, justice, and the embrace of the marginalized.

In tribute to his extraordinary life and ministry, Monsignor Walter Rossi, Rector of the Basilica, shared: “We give thanks to God for his 55 years as a priest, his 32 years as a bishop, and 12 years as Pope. A life of service to the Church and to God’s people, we remember him and strive to ‘go out to proclaim the merciful embrace of the Father’ as he urged in his 2015 homily at the Basilica. May he rest in peace and Our Lady usher him into the presence of her Son.”

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Rest well and thank you for being an exemplary servant! One who we should all strive to be more like daily! You will never be forgotten and I hope the next pope learns from your example and strives to be a reflection of Christ.

Angel Jones

Fort Wayne, IN

Dear, loved, Pope Francis,

Thank you for your humble leadership. Thank you for being such a loving pope, who taught us to love more.

Te queremos,
Matt, Sylvia, y Sofia Elena

Sylvia Rodriguez

San Jose, CA

We mourn your loss deeply and solemnly, Holy Father. Your enlightening presence will remain with us always. Although your earthly mission has come to a close, you will always be remembered each and every day.

William Funnell

Washington, D.C.

Pope Francis truly represents the people. He understood the true meaning of democracy and kindness to your fellow women and men. That we are all equal in the eyes of God no matter your background. He will be desperately missed, especially in the world we are now living under in this New Administration of Government in the U.S.

Angel Braveboy

Silver Spring, MD

Dear Holy Father I know you are in heaven now with Jesus Mary and Joseph. Please pray for all of us. We some how have lost our way. Help us to end the conflicts in Ukrane and Gaza. Help the aged and homeless and all those who are struggling with life. This I pray to you Pope Francis. AMEN

MICHAEL THORNTON

BARRINGTON,IL

I remember that I was home for Spring Break during my final year of college on March 13, 2013. Around 1 PM, I went to the computer to see the live feed from the Vatican, and I was so excited to see the white smoke. I went to the nearby TV and spent nearly two hours watching live the introduction of Cardinal Bergoglio as Pope Francis.

Almost 6 years later, I was in Panama City for World Youth Day 2019. After waiting hours in a large field, I lined up with hundreds of people alongside a road and watched Pope Francis ride by to greet the crowds before the Overnight Vigil. From about 15 feet away, I made eye contact with Pope Francis for about 3 seconds. In that moment, I realized a closeness to Christ, who gave St. Peter the keys to the Kingdom of Heaven, and that succession has continued through the ages to the person passing by me. It was awe-inspiring.

Paul Rubio

Oak Park, IL

You will truly be missed!!

Frank Reyes

Las Vegas NV

May your humility and mercy be the gifts we Bring forward until we meet again.

Alicia Wilson

Clarksburg, MD

May God's eternal light shine upon, Pope Francis and may he rest in peace.

Melissa Hamilton

New Port Richey

Thank you and may you rest in God's peace and love.

Louise Rojek

We will miss you and We Love You Pope Francis. May you rest in peace in Heaven with our Dear Lord.

Jasmin Reyes

Fort Washington, Maryland

Thank you Pope Francis for everything, for loving the poor and for being a beacon of humility, teaching us to do the same . I pray for your eternal happiness with God and I ask that you pray for the entire world to be in Heaven with God forever. Please I ask that you pray for the gift of my family and for me to be with my angels in Heaven.

Nancy Georgette

Carteret, NJ

I would like to express my gratitude for Pope Francis. His love for God and the people are an inspiration... he is a role model for me. His humility, intelligence and kindness have touched my heart and I will never forget him. I will teach my children about his life. What a beautiful human being. I'm forever grateful to God for his life.

Elsey Rosales

Thank you, Pope Francis.
You will always be in our heart.
May you rest in peace. 🙏🏻

Jennifer Wong

Melbourne, Australia

Obrigada por tanto, santo Padre. Obrigada por ter mostrado que os ensinamentos de Jesus ainda são atuais e legais. Que o seu legado continue, que o próximo Papa siga os passos de Deus filho como o senhor seguiu. Descanse em Paz.

Flavia Rizzini de Andrade

Pray for us holy father that we may see you in heaven after our life

Felix Gallo

Pittsburg California usa

Thank you for everything, Pope Francis. Thanks for speaking out for the migrants, for sharing your love, and teaching us how to be humble.

Jorge Gomez

Tampa Florida

REST IN PEACE

JUAN GARZA

Laredo, TX.

ETERNAL REST

ROSA GARZA

Laredo, TX.

Papa Francisco, gracias por su Sí y perseverar en él.

Yis Sua

Colombia

Pope Francis rides the pope-mobile in front of the National Shrine

Light a Candle for the Repose of the Soul of Pope Francis

As we mourn the passing of our beloved Holy Father, Pope Francis, we invite you to honor his life, legacy and unwavering devotion to Christ by lighting a candle at Mary’s Shrine. Throughout his papacy, Pope Francis led the faithful with a heart of compassion, welcoming the marginalized and underprivileged with open arms. Your candle, lit in prayerful remembrance, will burn alongside hundreds of others in chapels and oratories throughout the upper and lower Church of the National Shrine.

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