A Priest for 40 Hours

Deacon Scott Carroll has been battling cancer for some time. Although he looked forward to joining his classmates for ordination on June 22, 2013, it became clear this week that an earlier ordination might be prudent.

On Wednesday morning, Bishop Leonard Blair of Toledo, Ohio, ordained Fr. Scott to the Order of Presbyter. The ordination took place at his parent’s home with immediate family present. It was a beautiful occasion and Fr Scott was much at peace.

In addition to his ordination, Fr Scott has been named Associate Pastor of Maumee St. Joseph his health permitting.

On Friday, Fr. Scott passed away about 40 hours after his priestly ordination.Right before his death, he had just finished offering the Mass. When it was over, he fell asleep and died shortly thereafter.