Mangaluru: Former rector of St Aloysius College Fr Ronnie Prabhu no more

Tue, Aug 18 2015 07:59:35 PM

Daijiworld Media Network - Mangaluru
With Inputs from Fr Francis Almeida and Brian Fernandes

Mangaluru, Aug 18: Fr Ronnie Prabhu, former rector of city's St Aloysius College, passed away on Tuesday August 18 at St Philomena Hospital in Bengaluru due to cancer. He was 75.

Born on April 9, 1940 at Kodialbail in Mangaluru, Fr Ronnie Prabhu studied at St Aloysius College and joined the Society of Jesus in 1957. He was a brilliant student who always secured distinction, and even bagged a gold medal in his masters degree in philosophy which he completed from Dharwad University. He joined the Society of Jesus as he felt he was a 'pampered child of God', and felt that his life’s mission was to bring love, joy and peace into the hearts of the people.

He was ordained priest on February 23, 1970. He served as rector of St Aloysius College from 1980 to 1986, and during his tenure, he was intrsumental in establishing the St Aloysius Boys' Home and Industrial Technical Institute. In 1986, he took over as rector of St Joseph’s College, Bengaluru and from 1992 to 1998, he served as rector of Mount St Joseph College, Bengaluru.

From 1998 to 2004, he was the provincial of Karnataka Jesuits, during which he initiated the Jesuit Mission to Manvi in Raichur and Vijaypura. As the provincial he was instrumental in starting a CBSC school for the underprivileged in Raichur district which has now bloomed into a full fledged college. He served as director of Fatima Retreat House in Mangaluru.

He was appointed PRO of Archdiocese of Bengaluru three years ago, and at the time of his demise was serving as PRO of all the dioceses of Karnataka, the Karnataka Region Catholic Bishops' Council and the Karnataka Jesuits as well.

He was known for initiating inter-religious dialogue with Aashirvad centre for interfaith dialogue which he set up in 1970 and where conducted annual meets. He maintained excellent rapport with leaders of Lingayat and Okkaliga communities and also with Pejawar Swamiji, Dharmasthala Dharmadhikari Dr D Veerendra Heggade and religious heads of other faiths across the state of Karnataka. In his death the state has lost a champion of religious harmony.

Fr Ronnie was recently nominated for the IIPP Award for 'Outstanding Community Leaders of Mangaluru' which he was to receive sometime this year.

The funeral mass will be held on Thursday August 20 at 9 am at St Joseph's Boys' High School Chapel, Museum Road, Bengaluru. Soon after, the mortal remains will be taken to Mount St Joseph, Bannerghatta Road for burial.

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Dr Mohan Prabhu, mangalore/ottawa
Fri, Aug 21 2015

deeply saddened by the news of the demise of a brilliant priest who I had the privilege of meeting on a few occasions in Mangalore during my many visits. His biography speaks volumes about the noble work Fr Ronnie Prabhu accomplished during his lifetime, down to the last few days. RIP. The journalist should have found a better picture of Fr. Prabhu who I found to be extremely handsome.

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Anthony Karwadi, Belgaum
Fri, Aug 21 2015
A charistmatic leader , who through his wit and amazing sense of humour always left a smile on those who approached him. May his soul rest in peace. For he shall be remembered as a good and true friend.

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Donald Carvalho, Canada
Fri, Aug 21 2015
What a great loss. I regret that I didn't had time to visit him in December 2014. Great personality, very caring and kind. Always smiling and very charming. I was a student at St. Aloysius when he was the Rector and I also worked for him at the Retreat House. He had helped me a lot. May his soul rest in peace.

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Joseph/Judith D'silva nee Colaco, Kulshekar/Mangalore
Thu, Aug 20 2015
Heartfelt sympathies to all the family members of Fr.Ronnie Prabhu.
He was a priest who touched the hearts of the people with his smile. May his soul rest in peace.

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Bradley Noronha, Mangalore/Bangalore
Thu, Aug 20 2015
RIP Fr. Ronnie Prabhu.You will be missed.
Sympathies to family members.
Bradley & Reena Noronha (SJCBA alumni)
Bangalore

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Jovita Noronha, Mangalore
Thu, Aug 20 2015
May his soul rest in peace. Heartfelt sympathies to all family members.

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Naveen Fernandes, Mangalore/Mysore/Bangalore
Thu, Aug 20 2015
Pray for his soul to rest in eternal peace.
Attended the funeral. Humbled to see a sea of people from all walks of life gathered to pay their last respects to his noble soul. I have interacted with him since last 20 years, found him to be a true follower of Christ and he influenced anyone with his knowledge and simplicity. Jesuits have lost one of their true leader. Pray to God to give them strength to bear this huge loss. RIP Rev. Fr. Ronnie Prabhu

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Dayasharan Shetty, Mangalore
Thu, Aug 20 2015
A great educationalists. Had an holistic approach towards life. During my high school days he inculcated us in spiritual and meditation sessions rather than on pure academics which was a real moral booster.

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Kusuma Kumari Chitti G Nellore, Nellore/Kodyadka
Thu, Aug 20 2015
A great person RIP.

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Naveen Fernandes, Bangalore
Thu, Aug 20 2015
Attended his funeral mass. Ocean of people had assembled to pay their last respects. This show how much respect this noble soul had. Pray to almighty to rest his soul in peace. His teachings & principles will always remain in us.

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akbar ali, mangalore/bangalore
Thu, Aug 20 2015
Ever since I entered St.Aloysius college I saw that beaming face which instilled positive attitude in me. He was a great teacher, inspiring and encouraging all the way! After my graduation, we happen to work together in an NGO Association for communal Harmony and moral uplift in which Fr. Ronnie Prabhu played an important role. He co-ordinated with various religious groups and always brought them together with his friendly gestures and graceful presence. His hearthrob for harmony and greater good of humanity is untiring. Personalities like him have made our nation great indeed!
with deepest condolences from Akbar Ali and Mrs. Fathima Shafkath and family.

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Praveen D Monteiro , Kudupu Mangalore
Thu, Aug 20 2015
A smiling priest relate to people .. Fr Ronnie Prabhu Rest in peace

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Awil Pereira, Neermarga / Canada
Thu, Aug 20 2015
Rest in peace Fr. Ronnie Prabhu. You have inspired and touched the hearts of so many people, irrespective of their background. You were always ever willing to listen, provide guidance and help everyone whom you knew, especially the poor. I knew Fr. Ronnie Prabhu when he was the rector at SAC and he had taken the members of AICUF to a camp at St. Aloysius Boys Home at Ullal. I still remember how he inspired the little children and gave them hope for their future. In Fr. Ronnie Prabhu, we have lost a great person and he will always be remembered for his service to humanity. May his soul rest in peace.

Awil Pereira (1984 SAC B.Comm batch)

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Lexy Saldanha, Mangaluru/Sydney-Australia
Thu, Aug 20 2015
Rev Fr. Ronnie Prabhu was a very humble, honest, down to earth person, his death has greatly shocked me, he was very close to me, I had known him during my High School days, when he was a Rector at St. Aloysius College, after class I used to walk up to his room to get blessings, he was my mentor and guide, I personally invited him to my wedding and requested him to serve my nuptials mass along with many other priests at Milagres Church and later to attend my wedding reception, which he humbly obliged and did it for me, in spite of his busy schedule. I was blessed, then when my daughter was born, I requested him to attend my daughters baptism along with Bishop, and he was happy to do that, it is a great blessing to be baptized by such a humble priest, he used to visit my late parents when ever he found time.

Fr. Ronnie Prabhu has helped a lot of people, he was a great man, a wonderful priest.
I thank and praise our loving Lord Jesus for the gift of Fr. Ronnie Prabhu a good and faithful servant of God. His life of love and dedicated service in the Lord's vineyard.
My heartfelt sympathies to his family, relatives, near & dear ones.
Gone too soon, but will be never forgotten, he will live in our hearts for ever,
Rest in peace (RIP) Rev Fr. Ronnie Prabhu.

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Flo Mascarenhas, Kankanady, Mangalore/Secunderabad
Wed, Aug 19 2015

I thank and praise our loving Lord Jesus for the gift of Fr. Ronnie Prabhu a good and faithful servant of God. His life of love and dedicated service in the Lord's vineyard has surely been an inspiration to one and all. And now his humble and noble soul has gone to be with the Lord to receive his heavenly reward. Rest in Peace dear Fr. Ronnie. My sincere condolences to all his family members and the Jesuit Community.

Flo & Bernard Mascarenhas, Calvin and Dylan. Secunderabad.

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Henry J. Pinto, Karnal/Bangalore/USA
Wed, Aug 19 2015
Desr friend Fr.Rony,
I miss you. You were a true human being who gave yourself completely to others. You were an inspiration to people around you. May you be enjoying in the company God.

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Lucy Peris, Kaikamba / bahrain
Wed, Aug 19 2015
I had met him only once during my sons admission in St Josephs PU college in 2014. Very lively and cheerful he was. May his soul rest in peace

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Flavia & Simon, Bejai, Mangalore
Wed, Aug 19 2015
Fr Ronnie's smile and cheerful nature will be truly missed. Our Heartfelt sympathies to the family and Jesuit community. May his Soul Rest in Peace.

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Harold D'cunha, Mangalore, India
Wed, Aug 19 2015
“Where there was darkness, you had lit the light”
Fr. Ronnie Prabhu we miss u very much. It was indeed a shocking news for me as I lost a very dear friend of mine. Few weeks back I do spoke to u but never imagined that u will go away so fast. You have cared the poorest of the poor and always loved to work with the youngsters tirelessly.

Our heartfelt condolences to all his family members, Jesuit priests specially to Rev Fr. Tom Quadras and all his dear priests.

As you used to tell us, God has pampered you too much, I am sure even in his kingdom, definitely God will do the same to your soul.

Fr. Ronnie, you are a great committed priest and a great soul.

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Cicilia Mendonca, Kulshekar, Mangalore
Wed, Aug 19 2015
Fr Ronie Prabhu gave his best service to everyone who came into his life. Church has lost a great soul. May his soul rest in peace. Heartfelt condolences to his family members and Jesuit family.

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Fr Lawrence Fernandes SJ, Mangalore/Chennai
Wed, Aug 19 2015
Fr Ronnie was truly a peoples man. He was at home with all people: rich or poor, educated or illiterate, young or old. He inspired through his life and action. He is truly a great human being, a holy priest and a great Jesuit. Thank you Fr Ronnie for inspiring and blessing us. May you abide with the Lord forever.

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mea sadan sisters, mulki
Wed, Aug 19 2015
Dear fr.Ronnie Prabhu,we saw a wonderful person in you.you are still alive in our memory.Please intercede for us.R.I.p

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Irene Patrao, Bangalore/India
Wed, Aug 19 2015
Rest in peace Fr. Ronnie Prabhu!!
You have been a very good orator and we will be missing your meaningful delivery of word of God. Now that you are a member of the Abode of Almighty, please pray for us and help us to be a member as well.

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Thufail Muhammad, Mangalroe/Abu Dhabi
Wed, Aug 19 2015
A real gem of Mangalore. Although I don’t know him personally, I have been following his activities during his days as the rector of St Aloysius College. I remember vaguely having seen him travelling on the bus to Kotekar a few times during the mid-to-late 80s ostensibly to supervise the Ashram the diocese ran there. I do also remember some of my primary school mates at Stella Marys Primary School used to stay in the Ashram then. But more than anything, I remember Father Prabhu as one of the pioneers of communal harmony in the region. Father Prabhu, along with my father late Ibrahim Sayeed and Ratan Kumar Kattemar were instrumental in setting up a inter-religious group in Mangalore called Association for Communal Harmony and Moral Upliftment. The association used to conduct public meetings on the occasion of all the three major festivals of India (Deepavali, Eid and Christmas) and bring scholars across religions to share their thoughts on harmony and peace. It’s really sad that such a body met a premature death for lack of support and enthusiasm from general public. At a time when religion is become a tool for division and hatred, it is essential that we revive the spirit of tolerance and amity, which I reckon will be the greatest tribute to the departed soul.
Thufail Muhammad (Mangalore/Abu Dhabi)

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Clement lobo, Chikmagalur
Wed, Aug 19 2015
Father Ronnie Prabhu was a good person and also a respectable priest of all times. His contributions are immense and he lived a full life. Heaven abode is his destination and father Ronnie people will miss you I do remember you from childhood days from AShirvaad

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Jivan and Crystal Pais, Mangalore/Kuwait
Wed, Aug 19 2015
Our sincere condolences to the family of Fr. Ronnie Prabhu and the Jesuit Community. Fr. Ronnie was a larger than life personality and who can ever forget his Megawatt smile!!
R.I.P.

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alwyn sequeira, kulshekar
Wed, Aug 19 2015
a very rare personality found these days, i personally used to address him as dear . he was a priest full of joy and energy, never have i seen him getting angry, always a smiling face, i had the opportunity of taking him around to visit patients, he would call me as soon as he was in mangalore, now it is really difficult that my dear is no more. fr ronnie never in this life i will find a priest like u,how much we used to laugh together, and that smiling face of yours i will never forget till my last days, i will miss u always and pray to almighty to take care of my dear in his arms, rest in peace dear father ronnie ur words best wishes will not be forgotten

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o.p.d. Noronha, Valencia, Mangaluru
Wed, Aug 19 2015
Au revoir, Fr. Ronnie Prabhu, May your tribe increase.
He was just a warm hearted personality, amiable to all. May your soul rest in peace
Enid and Oliver- Noronha

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ligoury fernandes, jeppu, Mamgalore
Wed, Aug 19 2015
18th August is the feast day of Jesuit Saint Albert Hurtado. Exactly 9 years back on August 18, 2006, Jesuit scholastic Loy Manohar Fernandes was demised (drowned in Chennai) and on the same day and around the same time our dear Jesuit stalwart and former Provincial Fr Ronnie Prabhu left for Heavenly abode who led a simple life. I thank God for giving the Society such a person with multiple qualities. He was generous in all ways - helping, giving, encouraging, smiling, speaking without caste and creed, rich or poor. Indeed it was really a pleasure to work under him. I have not come across such a priest in my life. May his noble soul rest in peace.
L Fernandes, Mangalore

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Jude Goveas, bejai, Mangalore
Wed, Aug 19 2015
Dear Rev Fr. Ronnie
"I CAN AND I WILL" where the first words which have been etched on my heart since the time you addressed your first assembly as a rector and my first assembly as a student of St. Aloysius middle school.
I will never forget that assembly as I was nervous coming from a rural kannada medium school.
your inspiration has made me go thru lifes tough times with focus in my heart for the achievements.
thank you Fr. Ronnie.happy uniting with the creator for your final glorious place in his presence.
Eternal rest grant unto him oh Lord
let perpetual light shine upon him.
may he rest in peace with you.

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Albert Gonsalves, Mangalore/ UAE
Wed, Aug 19 2015
I was shocked to read about the passing away of Fr. Ronnie Prabhu. I had the privilege of knowing him since my school days when he was Rector. I had the good opportunity of meeting him for lunch a few months ago. A very lovable, ever smiling and approachable personality, he will be dearly missed by one and all. May his soul rest in peace.

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Rudy D' Souza & Family Kuwait, Omzoor/ Kuwait
Wed, Aug 19 2015
An adorable personality Rev Fr. Ronnie Prabhu. Heartfelt sympathies to Jesuit family. May his soul rest in peace.

Ex Aloysuius College Mangalore student

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stany dsouza,casa Leila, MANGALORE
Wed, Aug 19 2015
In life he was a vivacious and outgoing personality in the Jesuit congregation. In death may he join the angelic community and praise God unceasingly. Our condolences to the Jesuit community and the family members.

Stany D'souza & family, Sheila Rego.

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Vaz Family, Milagres, Mangalore
Wed, Aug 19 2015
Our deepest condolences to Fr. Ronnie's family. May his soul rest in peace.

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cyril mathias, udupi
Wed, Aug 19 2015
A rare Jesuit gem.RIP.

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CONRAD JOHN TAURO, SHIRVA/UDUPI/DUBAI
Wed, Aug 19 2015
May his soul rest in peace.

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niramal kumar, Mangalore
Wed, Aug 19 2015
WE HAVE LOST A VETERAN LEADER OUR COMMUNITY. MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE.

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Santosh, Bangalore
Wed, Aug 19 2015
Sad to hear passing of Fr. Ronnie Prabhu, May His Soul Rest in Peace!

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Zacharias Rosario, Bangalore
Wed, Aug 19 2015
I am so full of grief to know his untimely demise. I wished him always a very long life, so that he could spread love and the human values to millions of people. I was one of the luckiest to work with him in his early mission at ASHIRVAD from 1975 to 1979. He loved us all so much and took care of us. I became a better christian only because of him. His excellent preaching and guidance was always very influential on people. Never ever neglected anyone who came to see him. Always smiling and willing to help. I have so much to talk about him and this place and space will not be enough. I will cherish the pleasant memories of my days with him and with Ashirvad always.
May God rest his soul in peace. He will always be a Model Person in my life.

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Joe Gonsalves, Mangalore
Wed, Aug 19 2015
My dear Hector-and Elvira and children,

I tried to get your phone number just to call you to reassure you that I am with you in your bereavement. Dear Father Ronnie's leaving all of us has specially left a void in my heart. Father Ronnie was dear to me and also to my entire family. We worked together on several projects in the past and used to recollect the old times we spent together.

Please do accept heartfelt sympathies from Irene and me and convey the same to Preeti/Manjesh, Sunita/Vijay.

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Fr Basil Vas, Alangar
Wed, Aug 19 2015
Fr Ronnie was a great person ,ever smiling and friend of all irrespective caste and creed.He was a holy priest and exemplary.He will continue inspiring us.May his soul rest in peace

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Sr Antonette UFS, North Province
Wed, Aug 19 2015
Fr Ronnie had taught me a Mantra in 1988 "Jesus Love me and bless me" I used it for me and for others and it worked miracles. A great soul indeed. May God grant him eternal rest

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RICHARD PINTO, ASHOKNAGAR MANAGALORE
Wed, Aug 19 2015
RIP Father Ronnie Prabhu,
SAC Batch of 1984 will never forget your contribution to us individually. Just to mention here that while in Mangalore recently Feb2015 spoke about my association with Fr Ronnie Prabhu to one of the Jesuit priest over a dinner. Alas the time has come now for him to go to be with his ancestors and see the Glory of God. Amen.
Pray the departed soul to rest in Peace.
Sympathies to all the SAC Priests and fraternity on demise of Father Ronnie Prabhu
Richard Pinto/Allwyn Furtado & others of 1984 Batch SAC.

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Geralyn Pinto, Mangalore
Wed, Aug 19 2015
Rest in Peace, Fr Ronnie. You will always be remembered.

Geralyn, Christopher and Leonard Pinto

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David, Shirva-Kuwait
Wed, Aug 19 2015
Heartfelt Condolences To Jesuit Community .May His Soul Rest In Peace -David Maria Merwin & Disha Ave Maria Shirva

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Hindustani, Manipal/Dubai
Wed, Aug 19 2015
May his soul rest in peace!

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Jossey Saldanha, Mumbai
Wed, Aug 19 2015
We have lost a good priest. RIP ...

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Marian D'Souza, Falnir -Mangalore
Wed, Aug 19 2015
Fr.Ronnie Prabhu besides all his rich qualities of head and heart was and excellent preacher. I used to love his sermons specially during Sunday Mass in Fatima Retreat House with his superb command over English and good vocabulary not to say of his accent which were truly inspiring. He will be long remembered for his selfless services in the field of education and above all promoting social and religious harmony. Indeed a very nice person and good human being. In his passing away we have lost a noble soul. May His Dear Departed Soul Rest in Eternal peace.

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"Maria sadan" Sisters, olavina Halli
Wed, Aug 19 2015
A saintly person has gone back to his Heavenly abode.
Our heartfelt condolences to Fr. Stany and the Jesuits of Karnataka Province.
May the noble soul of Fr. Rony rest in peace.

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Fr. Lawrence D'Mello, Belvai/ Italy
Wed, Aug 19 2015
Very much shocked to hear the sudden death of Rev. Fr. Ronnie Prabhu,S.J.His death is a great loss to our Indian, as well as, our local Church. He was loved by one and all because of his gentle, loving and joyous character, by every section our society. May his soul rest in peace !

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Elsie Jane D'Souza, B'lore/Delhi
Wed, Aug 19 2015
We have lost a noble person,simple, intelligent,broad minded and a priest of high ethics.kind hearted he was, he would brighten the atmosphere wherever he was, with his wit & humour.May your soul rest in peace, Fr.Ronnie.Our heartfelt condolences to the Jesuit community,Hector&fly and all the Noronha family members.
Elsie, Valerian & family

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Oswald/Lily/Gloria, Valencia -n Muscat
Wed, Aug 19 2015
May his soul Rest in Peace.

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Alexander Castelino, Surathkal/Bangalore
Wed, Aug 19 2015
I have seen Fr. Ronnie Prabhu always with a smiling face. Simple and kind. Condolences to Jesuit Community. May his Soul Rest In Peace.

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Richard Peter D Souza, Sunkadakatte/Bajpe/Dubai
Wed, Aug 19 2015
Eternal rest give unto him, O Lord. And let perpetual light shine upon him.May his soul rest in peace. Amen

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MELVIN PERES, KAIKAMBA (BENDORE)
Wed, Aug 19 2015
Good bye Fr Ronnie. Your departure is a great loss to us... Great personality and lovely human being....RIP.

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louis pereira, mangalore/hassan
Wed, Aug 19 2015
May his soul rest in peace. may almighty god grant him eternal peace.

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Matilda Pinto, Mangalore / Dubai
Wed, Aug 19 2015
Very sad to hear about Fr. Ronnie Prabhu is no more. Heartfelt condolences to all the Jesuits of Karnataka Province. May his soul rest in peace.May almighty god grant him eternal peace.

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Archie and Nancy Menezes, Milagres/ Mangalore
Wed, Aug 19 2015
A wonderful priest, great orator and a loving person. Fr.Ronnie Prabhu will be missed by one and all. Our Heartfelt sympathies to the Jesuit community and his family members. May his soul rest in peace

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Xavier Educational Trust, Mangalore
Wed, Aug 19 2015
Fr. Ronnie Prabhu's passing away has caused a void which cannot be filled. Fr. Ronnie was a supporter of Xavier Educational Trust since its inception. Fr. Ronnie's outstanding services will always be remembered with gratitude.
May his soul rest in peace

F M Lobo
Secretary
Xavier Educational Trust

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Edmond Noronha, Kirem - Sharjah
Wed, Aug 19 2015
Fr.Ronnnie was a role model figure with exceptional oratory skills, a good listener,always cheerful and a simple loving human being. He will be missed not only by Jesuits but by everyone who has come near to him.
RIP to you Fr. Ronnie.
I still remember how you helped me in employing me for a few months, when I was pursuing my D.B.M. studies in St.Aloysius Evening College.

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sr jyothi fernandes,UFS, Mudarangady/Mysore
Wed, Aug 19 2015
Heartfelt condolences to the Jesuits and to the many dear persons of late fr Ronny Prabhu.
Fr Ronny had taken sessions to our UF Sisters especially on inter-religious dialogue and earlier guided retreats too. Nice to have known, met, interacted and related with a such a genuine human person with the heart of God!
May his soul rest in peace.

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Fr. Archie Gonsalves, ocd, Goa
Wed, Aug 19 2015
You will be remembered for your leadership in Ecumenism and in Inter Religious Dialogue. That brought people of good will on a common platform. May your soul rest in peace. Hearty condolences to all the Jesuits of Karnataka!

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FRANCIS MORAS, Sharjah
Wed, Aug 19 2015
Fr. Ronnie Prabhu was a loving and caring priest of all. May his soul rest in peace.

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russell dsouza, Bejai, Muscat
Wed, Aug 19 2015
Rest In Peace Fr. Prabhu. Adieus.

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Lancelot D' Costa, Mangalore / Abu Dhabi
Wed, Aug 19 2015
Fr. Ronnie was a true Jesuit and a great inspiration to all around him. His sad demise has left a void in lives of all who respected and admired him. May his soul rest in peace.

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V.Baretto, Bantwal-Bangalore
Wed, Aug 19 2015
Sad that Fr.Ronnie Prabhu is no more. He was a dedicated Priest and he worked for the upliftment of not only the Jesuits but also all religions in the region. We miss him a lot.

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Joe Lobo,Kulshekar, Bangalore
Wed, Aug 19 2015
May his soul rest in peace. A gem of a man

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Apolinaris D'Souza, Valencia/Muscat
Wed, Aug 19 2015
Heartfelt sympathies to all his near and dear one's especially to the whole Jesuit community. He is an ever 'smiling priest'& full of life. May his soul rest in peace.

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Michael noronha, Mysore
Wed, Aug 19 2015
Fr Ronnie Prabhu SJ: A Priest with a compassionate heart filled with love for every person who met him. Always generous to help those in need. His initiative on inter religious dialogue made him the bridge between the peoples of Christian and other faiths, promoting peace, love and harmony among all. A very noble soul, well lived and worth emulating. Rest in Peace Dearest Father.

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Oswald Pais, Bendur Parish
Wed, Aug 19 2015
Very sad to hear about Fr. Ronnie Prabhus death.I used to meet him when he was in the retreat house and used to talk a lot. he was telling me how my Dad taught him Physical Training when he was the Physical Training master( Late Mark Pais)at St. Aloysius.We miss him and pray that God may take him in his paradise.

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Roshan Crasta, mangalore
Wed, Aug 19 2015
one of "THE BEST PERSON" whom i met in my life is "Fr. Ronnie Prabhu".
i was shocked on the first day that he is suffering from cancer, and i used to call and speak to him...
when i called him for the last time i could not control my tears,
but he calmed me and said "young man, why you cry ... i am happy and healthy... but pray for the mankind that they may not suffer from this particular illness".
he was ever charming and ever smiling priest ...
he had no partiality with poor and rich ...
once he knows a person he used to identify them immediately..
i still remember in last November i met him in Kross at bangalore ... he was celebrating mass... after the mass he removed his mass cloths and rushed towards me and and spoke... how come you are here ?
he never underestimated any...
he is a true worthy jewel priest
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i pray to god grant him the eternal rest .... and bless such many priests on this earthly planet

RIP Fr Ronnie ... you will be always alive in my eyes.
RIP

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Leena Dsouza, Valencia /Mangalore
Wed, Aug 19 2015
Fr. Ronnie Prabhu was a priest for the people, always cheerful with a child like smile, ever ready to help. We had the privilege of his services at fatima Retreat House when he was the Director, He was a good Jesuit & an asset to the jesuit community. In his passing away we have missed a much loved holy jesuit. May his soul rest in peace.

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Joe Gonsalves, Mangalore
Wed, Aug 19 2015
Father Ronnie Prabhu - a loving soul - loved by all those he came in contact with. His passing away has left a void in the hearts of many - more so in the hearts of all my family members.

I had the privilege of knowing Father Ronnie very well for the past several decades. All my family members considered him as a part of the household. After his re-location to Bangalore he never failed to visit my wife Irene and me whenever he came to Mangalore. When he went on work to North America I had the privilege of having him over at three of the houses of my children - Lorna and Peter Pinto - Margaret and Franco Gonsalves and Michelle and Michael Mathias. He was termed a charmer because he charmed every one in company.

As a rector of St. Aloysius - he was greatly responsible to take the institution to greater heights... as a Provincial of The Jesuit Mission he tried and explored possibilities of getting into remote areas to spread the mission. Thanks to Max Rasquinha he is an international awardee for community leadership and for being an outstanding person. I spoke with Max in Houston just now and he had no words to explain the kind of a person Father Ronnie has been all along. recall with nostalgia our memorable drive from Detroit to New York where we went to attend the APNA meeting with Father Oswald Mascarenhas.

I cannot help feeling THE EMPTINESS in my heart as I think of Father Ronnie. MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE.

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Max, Mangalore
Wed, Aug 19 2015
Fr.Ronie...you will be missed by all of us...As a rector of SAC you inspired thousands of students including me....miss you dearly father...RIP....

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Cyril Moras, Mangalore
Wed, Aug 19 2015
he has followed the foot prints of Jesus Christ, shown to the entire world that meaning of true love of Jesus Christ,feeling sad that we missed a great person, may his soul rest in peace.

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Blanche D'Cunha, Chikmagalur/Montreal, Canada
Wed, Aug 19 2015
Words fail me to express the loss I feel. We have lost a great soul who was so loving, compassionate and intelligent, so childlike, always smiling and always ready to help. My heartfelt condolences to Hector's family and all the Noronha family members. Fr. Ronnie, we miss you!

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Alwyn Crasta, Mangalore/Bangalore
Wed, Aug 19 2015
An exemplary priest and an outstanding, ever smiling, ever enthusiastic, ever helpful personality with an human touch was Fr. Ronnie Prabhu.

People of all communities shall sorely miss your leadership, friendship and presence. May your vibrant qualities and memories will always inspire us. RIP, Fr. Ronnie.

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Paul D Souza, Bondel/Sharjah
Wed, Aug 19 2015
Very sad news for Jesuits family.May his soul rest in Peace.

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Dr Mamatha Shetty, Mangalore
Wed, Aug 19 2015
Fr Ronnie Prabhu sir was always smiling, a great motivator and a superb orator and above all a noble human being. I'm fortunate to have known him during his value education workshops at AB Shetty Dental College, Mangalore. May his soul rest in peace.

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Thomas Scaria, Mangalore, Colombo
Wed, Aug 19 2015
One of the most inspiring persons in my life! You lived your life in fullness. R.I.P.

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CGS, Mangllur
Wed, Aug 19 2015
Respectful Homage to Fr.Ronnie Prabhu. May his departed soul rest in Peace.

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HINDU, kUDLA/ Bharath
Wed, Aug 19 2015
RIP Fr. Prabhu- a life of dedication to others and giving us all the gift of education.
When they announced that you were going to be the Rector - we were involved in a project in Kudru school and you accepted it with humility and grace .
You will be missed but not forgotten.

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Francis and Veelma D'souza, Richmond town Bangalore
Wed, Aug 19 2015
Our condolences and prayers to all the family of Fr. Ronnie Prabhu.
May His soul rest in eternal peace.
Francis and Veelma D'souza

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Aileen Nataleen D'Rozario , Mangalore/ Nagori
Wed, Aug 19 2015
Fr. Ronnie Prabhu you will always have a special place in our hearts. For the down to earth nature and soft spoken voice you had you always be remembered.

I can never forget the lovely sermons you have given during the Eucharistic celebration.

We will miss you father. Heartfelt sympathies to the congregation and to the family members.

May his soul rest in peace. Lord grant him eternal rest. Amen.

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BGKOSHY, Bangalore
Wed, Aug 19 2015
INTERFAITH MEMORIAL FOR FR RONNIE WILL BE HELD AT 1730 on Thu 20/8 at Feroze Towers Cunningham Rd . All Ronnie's friends are welcome!
The Rainbow Forum

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joe goveas, bendur dubai
Wed, Aug 19 2015
RIP will miss u n ur cheerfulness

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Vivian & Barbara Kamath, Mangalore/New York
Wed, Aug 19 2015
We are deeply grieved to know that our dear Fr. Ronnie has left us and gone ahead to his eternal home where there is no more suffering and pain.. We have fond memories of him and he will live on ....
We thank God for the gift of Fr. Ronnie.
May his soul R.I. P.
Our heartfelt sympathies to the Jesuit community and his family members.
Vivian, Barbara & family

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Alwyn, Josy, Alister, Bellevue, Washington State. USA
Wed, Aug 19 2015
O Lord, we pray Thee that the soul of Thy Priest, Thy servant Fr. Ronnie Prabhu, which, while he abode in this world, Thou didst adorn with sacred gifts, may ever rejoice in a glorious seat in heaven. Amen.

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Ajay DSouza, Mangalore
Wed, Aug 19 2015
Sad to know Fr Ronnie Prabhu is no more, I met him on my last visit to India.

Of all the many things in which he helped us, I am reminded of one of the Bajans he taught us in high school - 'Hey Prabhu bolo ab tu, sun aaha hey daas thera ...'

Very wise and intelligent man, never idling for a moment in his service as a priest.

You will be missed

RIP Fr

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Ricardo, nakre
Wed, Aug 19 2015
RIP dear Fr Ronnie...you will be missed by so many whose life you touched with your simplicity and dedication to God and society....I remember you from my boarding days at St Josephs Boys High School

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Sharafuddin B.S , KUWAIT
Wed, Aug 19 2015
Fr.Ronney Prabhu was great human being with his mesmerizing smile and warm gestures towards all. I use to interact with him when he was rector of Saint Aloysius College Mangalore. Him, Ratan Kumar Kattemar and Late Editor of Sanmarga Weekly Ibrahim Sayeed during those days formed an association called ' Association for communal harmony' in Mangalore and were striving to bring understanding among various faiths. Fr. Ronney prabhu was very broad-minded person. Today when communal frenzy is growing in Mangalore such individuals and such efforts are need of the hour. When I was writing these words, I saw comments only by Christians towards the departed soul and none others, which prompted me to write these lines. While expressing tribute to people like him we have to raise above religious lines. People like him deserves tribute from all.

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Jayasoorya, Mangalore/ KSA
Wed, Aug 19 2015
R I P Fr. Ronnie Prabhu. He was the Rector of SAC when I studied there in early 80's.

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Kiran Fernandes, Mangalore
Tue, Aug 18 2015
RIP Fr Ronnie Prabhu. Your passing away is great loss to the Catholic community in Particular and the society at large. It will not be easy for anyone to fill in your large shoes. I pray that May god grant you eternal rest and take you in His fold. We will miss you.

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Melwyn SJ, Mangaluru
Tue, Aug 18 2015
Fr Ronnie Prabhu SJ (1940-2015) was a wonderful Jesuit Priest, a cheerful giver. A wonderful person loved and respected everyone irrespective of age, class, colour, religion or caste. There was warmth in the person which inspired everyone. Children loved to get his special blessing, Youth longed for his attention, and even elders came to meet Fr Ronnie wherever he moved.
A holy priest who practiced what he preached, 'How Lucky I am!!' was his mantra of gratitude and he wished all to be grateful to God and one another. He was a simple Jesuit generally used to travel by KSRTC semi-sleeper, worked hard day and night! (A man with high thinking and simple living suits him). Last year I visited along with him so many families in Mangaluru when we needed their help for our special mission.
Thank you Fr Ronnie for being an inspiration and a blessing to so many people.
May your life inspire all Jesuits, priests and laypeople to “Serve with Love” with a broad smile...!
May God grant eternal rest to his faithful ever-smiling Jesuit Priest Fr Ronnie Prabhu S.J.!

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Anil/sheela Dsouza, Mangalore
Tue, Aug 18 2015
Fr. Ronnie was a cheerful and ever smiling priest. There was never a dull moment when we used to meet him or talk to him. Thank God that his pain has ended and he is in eternal peace. May his soul rest in peace.

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Rufus Rasquinha, Bangalore
Tue, Aug 18 2015
Very grieved to hear about the sad demise. Heartfelt sympathies to the family & the Jesuits. May his soul rest in peace.

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William Marcel Rodrigues SJ, Buskal/Mangalore
Tue, Aug 18 2015
If at all we miss a priest after his death, it is Fr Ronnie. A charming Jesuit, who went on and on inspiring all- rich and poor young and old alike. He himself has been an outstanding peak among several mountain tops, as he always inspired youngsters to be. Quite often he forgot names of people because he knew too many of us. He has left behind a legacy of lasting smile encouraging words and adorable missionary zeal. He was truly a face of the Karnataka Jesuit Province and of the modern Jesuits in Asia. Fr Ronnie Pray for us.

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Dr. Cajetan Coelho, Goa, India
Tue, Aug 18 2015
Eternal rest grant unto him O Lord and let your perpetual light shine upon Fr Ronnie Prabhu.

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joan lobo, kadri,mangalore
Tue, Aug 18 2015
Your radiant smile and your cheerful personality brightened many a soul. You are in a better place now free of pain Fr You will sure continue being an inspiration to us to keep happy always. RIP Fr. Ronnie.....

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joan lobo, kadri,mangalore
Tue, Aug 18 2015
Your radiant smile and your cheerful personality brightened many a soul. You are in a better place now free of pain Fr You will sure continue being an inspiration to us to keep happy always. RIP Fr. Ronnie.....

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A Reshma Monteiro, Dubai
Tue, Aug 18 2015
May his soul rest in peace .what a 87 -89 Year with him.fr we really miss you.

A R Monteiro
Dubai

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UFS Mysuru Province, Mysuru
Tue, Aug 18 2015
We are saddened to hear the demise of dear Rev Fr Ronie Prabu SJ. The Ursuline Franciscan Sisters of Mysuru Province, pay our tribute to Fr Ronie. He was a multi-faceted personality, loving, kind, cheerful. dynamic, spiritual and humane.
We express our condolences to all the Jesuits of Karnantaka Province.
Sr Apoline Cordeiro and Sisters
Provincial Superior
Mysuru Province

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Stanley, SJIHS, Mangalore
Tue, Aug 18 2015
Great human being....inspiring smile and a humble priest hard to find...RIP father

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joan, mangalore /mumbai
Tue, Aug 18 2015
RIP Fr. Ronnie. Condolences to his family members and the Jesuits.

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John R Lobo, Kaikamba
Tue, Aug 18 2015
May his soul rest in peace....He was Rector of SAC during my college days 1985- 87....Fr.Avelyn succeded him in 1986 ....

Very much impressed of him, his smile, his talk ..he persuaded me Join to NSS

R I P Sir....

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Fr Victor Machado, Mangalore/Tanzania
Tue, Aug 18 2015
He was another Abdul Kalaam who inspired many. Dear Fr Ronnie, you will continue inspire us in the years to come. Please pray for us.

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Rose-Marie Fernandes, Mangalore, Dubai, Charleston (USA)
Tue, Aug 18 2015
Our deepest sympathies to the Jesuits and all the family on the sad demise of dear Fr. Ronnie. Fr. Ronnie Prabhu was a scholastic at Bangalore St. Josephs when I was in college and he used to teach my brothers at the Boys high school if I remember correctly. It is sad that he is no more and may his soul rest in peace! He used to visit "Devakripa" in Mangalore and my mum Florrie used to meet him there. He will be sadly missed.
Rose-Marie and Ronnie Fernandes

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Hilda pinto, Mangalore ..Attawar
Tue, Aug 18 2015
A smiling priest who used to relate to people .. Fr Ronnie Prabhu Rest in peace .. Heartfelt condolences to all Jesuits of Karnataka Province

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Don, Mangalore
Tue, Aug 18 2015
R.I.P Fr. Ronnie.

Until we meet again.

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Oneal Dcunha, Abu dhabi
Tue, Aug 18 2015
He was an epitome of joy and bliss, may his soul rest in peace.

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FR WILSON VITUS, P.P. BEJAI
Tue, Aug 18 2015
FR RONIE WAS A TRUE DECIPLE OF JESUS.MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE.

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Alban Mathias , Bangalore, Dubai
Tue, Aug 18 2015
I remember Fr. Ronnie walking around the corridor in our school, St. Joseph's Indian School - Bangalore. His smile and enthusiasm charged us for the entire day and his assembly speech always had a story and was inspiring to many young lads.
May his Soul Rest in Peace.

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dexter saldanha, mangalore
Tue, Aug 18 2015
we have lost a gem of a person. Fr Rhonie your ever charming smile and inspiration will be always memories... May your soul rest in peace. May god give strength to the family members of fr Rhonie and the karnataka jesuit province on demise of this great holy priest and a real missionary.

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Joe Britto, Nakre/Bangalore
Tue, Aug 18 2015
Fr. Ronnie's smile will be greatly missed by his umpteen countless friends . My first acquaintance was in 1978 at Ashirwad and ever since would meet him at various forums.
He was so full of life and gave so much joy to every person he came in contact with. We can be sure that Heaven is indeed Rich by his presence.

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4S.Fernandez, Bengaluru / Bahrain
Tue, Aug 18 2015
Heartfelt condolences to the bereaved and the SJ community.
May his soul rest in peace
4S.Fernandez family. Bahrain

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Alwyn & Birdie Mascarenhas, Mangalore
Tue, Aug 18 2015
We miss his ever smiling and cheerful face. May his soul rest in eternal peace. Heartfelt condolences to Jesuit community and his family.

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Leroy Saldanha, Mangalore/ Bahrain
Tue, Aug 18 2015
Saddened to hear about the passing of Fr. Ronnie Prabhu.

He was rector when I was in SAC in the early 80's.

We used to enjoy his bhajan classes , his retreats and personal development classes.

He was a very approachable priest with no hangups. He would always greet you with his trademark smile.

He would stand and talk to you and answer any mail sent to him

He will be greatly missed.

Rest in Peace Fr. Ronnie.

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Fr Joachim Fernandes, Kelarai
Tue, Aug 18 2015
May his soul rest in peace. I lost one of my good friend. his life and style will be remembered for a long time. He will keep inspiring many a priests. Goodbye Fr. Ronnie. May you enjoy eternal peace. we'll keep you alive by emulating your values. good bye.

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Hubert D'souza, Mangalore Dubai
Tue, Aug 18 2015
May His Soul Rest In Peace.

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Anush D' Cunha SJ , Mangaluru
Tue, Aug 18 2015
The end of a sweet smile.
Fr Ronnie,
You have taught us lessons of Love and Joy. May your exemplary life of Spiritual Exercises remain forever in our hearts.
Adieu to you Fr Ronnie.

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James mendonsa, Alape padil mangalore
Tue, Aug 18 2015
Shocked to hear that Fr. Ronnie prabhu is no more. I was planning to invite him to bless our new house in Bangalore. A down to earth person and a loving father. We used to meet him every sunday at Fatima Retreat house after 11am Mass. We miss u father Ronnie Prabhu. May his Soul rest in peace.Amen

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Oliver Machado, Udupi - Sharjah
Tue, Aug 18 2015
Very sad news.One of my favourite Jesuit Priest Rev.Fr.Ronnie Prabhu is no more.His sermons were the best.Very Jovial,kind and humble priest.Eternal rest grant unto him Oh Lord and let the perpetual light shine upon him,may his soul rest in peace.Amen.

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Ronald Olivera, Padukone
Tue, Aug 18 2015
I was saddened to learn about this sad news. Fr. Ronnie Prabhu was our rector when I studied in St. Aloysius. He was so friendly, so helpful and ever smiling. I still remember those good old days I used to discuss with him on various subjects when I was still a teen. He was so accommodative for any thoughts and discussions. I was amazed when I met him almost after 15 years and he could still recognize me by name and by my native place. That was the kind of sharp memory he had. Our community has lost a great personality but Heaven has won a great soul. I sincerely pray for the departed soul. Miss you Fr. Ronnie. Ronald Olivera, Padukone (Sharjah)

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Sr M Wilberta BS , Bendoor
Tue, Aug 18 2015
Bethany pays its tribute to Rev. Fr Ronie Prabhu Sj, an unparalleled towering personality in our world both in secular and spiritual domains, recognizing gratefully his services to our Congregation in particular. May his soul rest in peace!

In his death the Church has lost a dynamic leader and our Jesuits a multi-faceted personality.

Condolences to the Provincial and the entire Jesuit family.

Sr M Wilberta BS
Superior General
And Bethany Sisters

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Kethsia, Mangalore,
Tue, Aug 18 2015
Rev. Fr. Ronnie Prabhu was my teacher in College. Rest in Peace in the loving arms of Jesus

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Tony Dsilva Kamath, Mangalore
Tue, Aug 18 2015
I met Fr Ronnie for the first time in bangalore in 1978 and was very impressed by his simplicity, friendship and love for humanity. He always made time for people and always with a smile
We all, especially people in mangalore and Karnataka and all communities are going to miss him
I believe, he will continue to do his good work from where he has gone

Tony

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Fr Harold Pereira, Mangalore
Tue, Aug 18 2015
My heartfelt sympathies to Jesuit community and family member of Fr. Ronnie Prabhu. He was my immediate neighbor in the KROSS Institution, we ate together celebrated Mass together, enjoyed fun, we presented a welcome and he too joined and motivated the staff. He was very young in spirit. He was holding several portfolios: PRO of Karnataka region, Inter-religious Ecumenical Commissions secretary, running minority cell,Karnataka Christian forum, taking Bible study classes, good preacher, soft heart person, quietly helping the poor and the needy.He used to work late night and was using the modern electronic items very well, progressive thinker and revolutionary missionary. Hats of Father. I miss you dear Fr. Ronnie Prabhu. RIP

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Julia D'Silva, Bondel / Bangalore
Tue, Aug 18 2015
May his soul rest in peace

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MATILDA fERNANDES, KUNDAPUR/BANGALORE
Tue, Aug 18 2015
A Greast Jesuit indeed! Simple and Jovial at all times . I always looked forward to his sessions in the staff orientation programmes at SJIHS.He would make them so lively and intresting. His positive strokes for self motivation such as 'How Lucky I am!!' 'I can do it! etc that he often repeated with a smile are so fresh in my mind even today. A rare person and all of us who are associated with him in someway or the other are really lucky.I SALUTE you dear Fr Ronnie! May your soul Rest in Peace. Heartfelt sympathies to Fr Stany the Provincial and to all the members the Society of Jesus of Karnataka.

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John Vas Prabhu, Mangalore
Tue, Aug 18 2015
Rev.Fr.Ronny a role model,good orator, a good listener,always helpful and a good human being. He is remembered for his service activities, especially the down trodden. May God reward him his heavenly abode and May he rejoice in union with God.

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Renita, Mangalore
Tue, Aug 18 2015
Very sad news...he was a great human being.wil miss his ever smiling face...very simple & cordial with people...may his soul rest in peace.fr you wil be remembered forever...

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Ena Rasquinha, Mangalore/Burundi
Tue, Aug 18 2015
Dear Hector, Elvira, Preeti/Manjesh, Sunita/Vijay and the Noronha family.
Our hearfelt condolences and sympathies go out to you all at the loss of our very dear Fr. Ronnie Prabhu . May you take comfort in knowing that you have an angel to watch over you now.May his loving soul rest in eternal peace.
We will miss you very much and your ever jovial, pleasant presence in all our family occasions in B'lore and M'lore.

Boland, Ena, Olinda and Karl Rasquinha

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Austin D'Rozario, Naori, Mangalore
Tue, Aug 18 2015
Our heartfelt sympathies to the Jesuits and to his family members.
May his soul Rest In Peace.
From: Austin & Marina D'Rozario & family, Nagori, Mangalore

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Fr Stany Pereira, Urwa
Tue, Aug 18 2015
Sad to hear that Fr Ronnie is no more. He did a great service to the society through his initiatives for peace and harmony. He will keep inspiring us all.
Thank you Fr Ronnie.

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Fr Balthazar Castelino, Nakre, Karkala/Lauris, France
Tue, Aug 18 2015
India, Indian Church, the Jesuits and specially Catholic church in Karnataka have lost a gréât person in Fr Ronnie Prabhu's sad demise. A silent worker but a a great man to build bridges between the comminuties. May his soul rest in peace !

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DENZIL FERNANDES,MANGALORE, mangalore
Tue, Aug 18 2015
Heard a lot about Fr Ronnie Prabhu which says a lot about the likeable priest from my own St. Aloysius.
May his soul Rest in Peace and let someone else carry out what he did during his time.

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Fr William Menezes, Venur/Bishop's House
Tue, Aug 18 2015
Heartfelt condolences.We have lost a noble and people friendly priest.May God grant him eternal reward....RIP

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Gabriel Vaz, Bangalore
Tue, Aug 18 2015
It is not just the Jesuits of Karnataka but all Christians and non-Christians too have lost a warm, learned and committed priest and friend. I personally feel saddened by the loss as I had the privilege of interacting with him in his role as PRO of KRCBC and Karnataka United Christians Forum for Human Rights. When I wanted to visit him, he said no as he feels tired and that he will personally come and meet me. That was not to be.
I wish we had more such committed priests.

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valerian miranda, shirthady/bangalore
Tue, Aug 18 2015
Valerian,Bangalore
May his soul rest in peace. may almighty god grant him eternal peace.
Valerian,Judy,Anson,Avril.

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Cliffy, Mangalore
Tue, Aug 18 2015
Fr.Ronie was a simple and jovial person. I have experienced his friendly nature during my college days, when he was rector of st.Aloysius. May his soul rest in peace.

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Max E Rasquinha, Mangalore, Houston/Dallas, Texas
Tue, Aug 18 2015
"Death comes like a thief" is just a saying but some times it appears like a real thief in our life. Just three days ago I took the pleasure and honor to Fr. Ronnie Prabhu as one o the proud recipient of the "Outstanding Community Leader for the year 2014/2015. Just yesterday I sent a message to Fr. Denzil Lobo requesting him to provide me the e.mail address of Fr. Ronnie in order to officially inform him of the as the "Outstanding Leader of the Community". When Fr. Denzil Lobo told me that he is not too well and that he is gone to the hospital, I even sent him a message that even if Fr. Ronnie may not be able to come to Mangalore to receive the Trophy I shall fly to Bangalore for one day and present to him the Trophy and the cheque personally. Before the day is over it is sad that Fr. Ronnie is no more. Fr. Ronnie was my classmate at St. Aloysius. He was a bright, in fact the brightest student in the class. He has been a very lively and capable student. We had a Parliament in the School and Fr. Ronnie Prabhu was the Prime Minister and I was one of his Minister in the Cabinet. Very cheerful and enthusiastic individual. What a great loss to the Jesuits and to the Community as well as the country.

The Crystal Trophie that has been ordered in the name of Fr.Ronnie duly engraved with his name will still come forward, and his presence at the presentation ceremony some time during the latter part of this year will still be carried forward. The cheque for his Leadership Award will be delivered to the St. Aloysius young students Band at Beeri in the name of late Fr. Ronnie.

God is so merciful and kind that Fr.Ronnie gave so much to our Community and Society and he will be long remembered. May he rest in peace. Thank you, Fr. Ronnie for all your dedication to life. Please remember us from heaven.

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Prashanth SJ, Mangalore
Tue, Aug 18 2015
May his soul rest in peace.

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Alban D Souza, Udyavara/Bajjodi/Mumbai/Doha Qatar
Tue, Aug 18 2015
Sorry to hear the demise of Fr. Ronnie Prabhu. A big loss to the Church in General and Jesuits and the students at large in Particular! I heard of him when he was the Rector of the college. A good and learned priest. Heartfelt sympathies to the Jesuits . Also God may give him eternal rest in heaven and the strength to the family for the great loss.

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Austin Peres , Mangalore
Tue, Aug 18 2015
Very sad. He was one of the finest Priest I have ever known. Loving, Kind hearted, sincere and a simple human being. May his soul rest in peace.

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MARLON REGO, mumbai
Tue, Aug 18 2015
we have lost a wonderfull priest and a great loving person.fr.ronnie will be missed by one and all who knew him. A great friend of mine,will be welcomed in heaven with open hands.Bye fr Ronnie.will miss u,may your soul rest in peace

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Fr. Melwin Pinto SJ, Mangalore, Rome
Tue, Aug 18 2015
The Jesuits have lost a stalwart. He was such a committed man, deeply human and giving us all glimpses of the divine... He dedicated himself to bring peace and harmony among all peoples of goodwill... He had built bridges between communities and has always striven for inter religious harmony.... Fr. Ronnie, you will continue to live in our hearts... May your soul rest in peace.

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ALWIN LOBO, Siddakatte/Mumbai
Tue, Aug 18 2015
His Motivated contribution and help towards youth was commendable. may his soul rest in peace.

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Leo Lobo, Mangalore/Bangalore
Tue, Aug 18 2015
Fr. Ronnie was a true Jesuit and a loving human being. He had a spontaneous smile and was joy to be around. I have worked with him, he always brought an air of freshness when ever he walked in. My heart is filled with sadness as I am going to miss a true friend and mentor. He will surely be missed by his students, colleagues and Jesuits at large. His work with inter religious groups was really commendable which brought peace among communities.
FR. RONNIE WE ALL WILL MISS YOU. YOU WILL SURELY KEEP YOURSELF BUSY MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN HEAVEN.

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Juliet Mascarenhas, Bejai
Tue, Aug 18 2015
May his soul rest in peace.

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oswald lobo, mangalore
Tue, Aug 18 2015
May his soul rest in peace. may almighty god grant him eternal peace. Fr, Ronnie prabhu was the rector of st aloysious college during my studies.

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Dylan, Mangalore
Tue, Aug 18 2015
Heartfelt sympathies to the Jesuits and his family. May his soul rest in peace.

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