Morning journal and courier., 1881-10-05
Funera1 ofRev.Father sherrey.

Funeral ofRev. F ataaer shefrrey.
 It was a sad and mournful congregation that gathered yesterday morning at the Church of the Sacred Heart to pay the last tribute of esteem to their departed friend and pastor, the Rev. Stephen P. Sheffrey. On every face in the vast throng, filling every seat and every available inch of standing room even to the vestibule, rested an express sion of sorrow, and it was evident that the shadow of personal loss was upon the as- sembled mourners, and the solemnity of the occasion was still further revealed in the sombre drapings of the church and the altar In the center aisle, directly in front of the sanctuary, rested the heavily draped casket, covered with black broadcloth and mounted with silver trimmings, fanked on either side by lighted candles, and near by were several tables filled with beautiful floral tributes. Among these were large floral column, presented by the Ladies' Sodality; the choir presented a harp on which was the word 'Hope"; St. Vincent de Paul society floral chaice on which was outlined at the base the words Our Pastor"; the Angel Guardian so- ciety a wreath the Sacred Heart T. A. B. society an anchor with the words sOur Pas tor" on it. There was also floral tribute from Thomas F. Stackpole, and the altar boys floral testimonial was 8 magnificent bouquet and another floral offering.
 The remains were removed to the church from the pastoral residence early Monday evening, and during the night and before the services yesterday morning were viewed by thousands. Delegations from the societies connected with the church watched by the remains during the night, as well as several of the clergymen. The services yesterday began by the chanting of the office for the dead by the clergymen present, led by Rev. Fathers Dougherty of Mystic, Pagan of Naugatuck, Kelly of Windsor Locks and Gaffney of Thomaston. This was very af- fecting ceremony and was closely followed by the congregation. Immediately after it's conclusion the solemn high mass of requiem was celebrated, Rev. Dr. Carmody of New Britain officiating as celebrant Father Fleming of Portland as deacon, Father Fitzsimons of New Hartford as subdea- con, Father Slocum of St. Patrick's church master of ceremonies, and Father OI Luc 0dCrcO Il6dIt dob15l- ant master of ceremonies. During the interim before the mass H. Rowe Shelley played beautiful funeral dirge from Gull mant. Schmidt's mass was sung by the united choirs of the Catholic churches, rein forced by Misses Gaffney, of Dwight Place church, and Roberts of Center. At the offer tory Miss Kittie O'Donnell sang in a very feeling manner, Sweet Spirit, Hear my Prayer" This was favor1te hymn of the deceased, and the deep pathos that thrilled the singers voice made marked impression on the congregation. After the sermon Miss Lizzie c. Gaffney sang Passing Bells" her beautiful voice expressing very forcibly the sadness of the music. During this piece the church bell was tolled, making beautiful effect. The accompaniment on the organ was by H. Rowe Shelley, who also played several dirges during the services, the general direc tion of the music being in the hands of George Feist, organist of the church.
 The sermon was preached by Rev. H. Kin nerney, pastor of St. Joseph's church, Paw tucket, R. l., and was an affectionate person. al tribute from one who spent his college days with the deceased, and who knew and loved him for his fine qualities. The text was from Thessalonians, 4th chapter, 18th verse And we will not have you ignorant, brethren, concerning them that are asleep; that you be not sorrowful even as others who have no hope" He said in the midst of life we dE6 Ut bu0 DOEIdlS Ol u0dbn. AO-udJ buO Catholic heart of this city mourns the loss of the d, ceased. It is not an aged father, or widowed mother, or loving brother or sister that we mourn over. It is one greater who is dead one who preached death one who has stood before the people showing the way to heaven. It is not common man who is dead, but priest of God, who possessed the power of God himself toward men; one whose hands were annointed and who was of the royal order of the representatives ofJesus Christ on earth. Yes 8 brother priest, a friend of boyhood is dead He was a loving brother and son and a friend of all He lived only 8 short time, but that life was 8 grand, noble one. The character of the de- ceased-his gentleness, his purity, his faith fitness to the duties of his station-was de- picted in glowing terms, and words of conso- lation to the aged sorrowing mother and af- dicted brother and sister were spoken. It was fine effort, and especially affecting as a tribute of personal friendship.
 After the sermon Very Rev. Father Hughes, of Hartford, pronounced the dissolution, af- ter which an opportunity was given for a last look at the remains, of which many availed themselves. The casket was then closed and the remains were borne to the vault that had been prepared in front of the church, where they were laid at rest. The bearers were Rev. Fathers Rogers of Stamford; Rogers of Rhode Island Mulholland of Fair Haven; Gleason or New Mllford Lalor or New da- ven Fleming of Portland.
 Among the clergy present were Rev. Fath- CT Fitzpatrick, who sat in the sacristy, where he was visited by many of his brother clergy men who were glad to see him so much 1m- proved as to be able to attend the services. Other clergymen in attendance were:
 J. B. Dougherty. Mystic; E. Gaffney. Thomaston M F. Kelly, Windsor Locks M. P. Labor, Danbury J. H. Harding, New Haven; B. ". Bray, Colchester James Pagan, ,Naugatuck J. F. Rogers Bridgeport P P. Labor, New Haven B. O. R. Sheridan, Collins vile; F. P. Shahan, Norwich John H, Carroll, New Haven; W. J. Shanley, Bridgeport; John Coonsy, New Haven Michael J. Lynch, Hartford; James Larkin, New Haven Joseph Synnott, Middlesown T. J. Preston, Meriden; J. P. Connolly, Wal Hngford; James J. Gleason, New Milford; A. Briscoe, New Haven; J. A. Finnsgan, Providence, Colchester Hugh Malon, Wallingford D. Desmond, Mfddletown :; E. Martin, Branford P. Sheridan, Chester T. W. Brodsrick, New London J. T. McMahon, East Hartford W: J. Doolan, Nor walk; M. J. Byrne, Danbury NJ Tierney, Hartford C. J. Rogers, Bristol, R. l.; w. H. Rogers, Stamford; M. B. Roddan, Bristol A. Van Oppen, Meriden M. J. McGivney, New Haven A. Malloy, Yonkers. NY; Norwalk H. T. Walsh, stamford John c. Donahus, Stafford Springs; P. O'Connell, Fair Haven Rev: F. hIulholland, Fair Haven Rev. Father Slocum, New Haven D. Cremin, Fairfield.
 After the interment seventy clergymen sat down. in the hall in Liberty street, to din ner provided by Radcliffe.
 Personal
 Mir. Frederick s. Hawley, of Bridgeport,