In the wake of Pope Francis's death at 88, New Yorkers gathered to reflect on his profound impact during his visit in 2015. Many mourned not just as Catholics, but as a broader community touched by his message of compassion and his love for the poor. Father Donald Haggerty described the pontiff as akin to a family member, emphasizing his ability to reach people beyond the church. 81-year-old Carol Curtis noted his humility and uniqueness among world leaders, highlighting the somber atmosphere around St. Patrick's Cathedral filled with heartfelt tributes.
A pope dying is like losing a father in the family. This is one of our own... He touched a lot of people outside the Church and in the Church.
Pope Francis was a man who loved the poor... And he loved the poor in a beautiful way.
I think in terms of all the people we have as leaders in the world, he's the best.
This is the most somber crowd I have ever seen at St. Patrick's Cathedral.
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