† Deacon Francis Xavier Kyojiro NAKAZAWA sscc (Japan)

Deacon Francis Xavier Kyojiro Nakazawa, 88 years old, passed away on 24 July 2017 in Singapore.

He entered the novitiate in 1955 and made his first profession on 9 July 1957 in Wareham (USA).

He was ordained as a Deacon in Ibaraki-Ken (Japan) on 15 September 1987.

A funeral Mass will be held by the Sacred Hearts brothers in Singapore on Friday 28 July 2017.

The ashes of Deacon Francis will be taken back to Japan on Monday, 31 July 2017.

In Mito parish in Japan, a funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, 2 August 2017, at 11:00 am.

Deacon Francis will be missed by all the brothers of Japan-Philippines for his love of the Congregation and the gift that he has been to the Province.

07/24/2017

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1. Tony Biswas ha scritto il 07/26/2017 alle 08:37:

I was rather shocked to hear about the demise of brother. I knew that he was physically strong man, so could not believe it. He was such a lovely soul. He was so welcoming to everyone, He gave me so much love and care and support while I was in Japan. He took me some near by places to visit when I arrived in Japan. He always made me feel at home in Tomobe every time I used to go there. He was approachable, kind, humble, loving, caring, youthful,available and patient and very hard working. He was an exemplary brother to me. His life encouraged me a lot. I remember everything he did for me. He helped and supported me a lot when I was assigned to Kashima parish as a priest in-charge. I will always remember his good deeds for me and for Tomobe community. He was like a candle to all of us, who burnt itself to give light to all. I am wondering how Tomobe community will be without his presence. May God give you eternal rest. Brother you will be remembered by all.
2. David Reid ha scritto il 07/25/2017 alle 18:58:

Eternal rest grant to Francis o Lord. Earlier this month I was with him at the community retreat in Indonesia and how much everyone enjoyed his magic show. With utter candor Francis went from trick to trick, some worked, some didn't and he laughed throughout a fun evening. I trust that he is still smiling at the memory of the brothers sharing so much fun laughter and good will. An event never to be forgotten and now with Francis gone to glory, a blessed memory of community. Thanks Francis. David