Remembering Fr. Ted.

                                                                 Fr. Ted Memorial                *Photo by Andrew Borchert

On Wednesday evening at Joyce Center, the Notre Dame family gathered to remember and honor Fr. Ted Hesburgh, C.S.C. Earlier on Wednesday, there was a funeral Mass at the Basilica of the Sacred Heart that was immediately followed by a procession and committal at Holy Cross' community cemetery, just north of St. Mary's Lake. With former President Jimmy Carter and former Sectary of State Condoleezza Rice in attendance, along with a number of cardinals and bishops, stories and memories of Fr. Ted were shared. 

On the evening, AJ Tablada, Sted's AR, said, "I'm so proud of our University for this extraordinary tribute to Father Ted. It was a special night to celebrate his life with dignitaries and lifelong friends, all sharing their personal stories. Tonight showed just how strong the Notre Dame family truly is. Rest in peace Father Ted!"

Still yet, Andrew Borchert, Sted's senior and RA, said, "The memorial was an inspirational event, remembering the phenomenal man that played a crucial role in making Notre Dame what it is today.  As speakers shared stories of his impact on their lives and the world, it was evident that Father Hesburgh touched the lives of everyone who knew him, and his memory and legacy will always have a lasting impact on Our Lady's University."

Listen to Lou Holtz speak HERE.

Fr. Ted, Requiescat in pace!