Fr. Arthur Tonne | Bio
 
This 1952 work of Fr. Tonne has a two-fold purpose: to assist priests with framing a funeral sermon, while offering some bereavement for those in mourning.

Fr. Tonne’s story-telling style is once again present in the sermons he provides for different types of persons. He also prefaces his Particular Talks with explanations on general items such as the Catholic funeral ceremonies and Requiem Mass, the nature of death, the immortal soul and Purgatory, as well as the importance of praying for the Holy Souls.

In every case, these talks are enlightening, while also providing some commiseration for the loss of an esteemed or loved one—all the while providing hope in the Eternal Life to come for those who are faithful to Christ.

168 pages, softcover.
 
REVIEWS
Fr. Scott Haynes
Funeral Talks by Fr. Arthur Tonne is a compassionate and insightful guide for priests who are navigating the delicate task of delivering funeral sermons. Fr. Tonne, with his extensive pastoral experience, provides a collection of thoughtful and heartfelt homilies that are both comforting and spiritually enriching. Each talk is carefully crafted to offer solace to grieving families while celebrating the life and faith of the departed. His Christ-like empathy is seen in sermons for laity, priests, and religious. The book is replete with Biblical references, as he discusses heaven, hell, and purgatory. Fr. Tonne’s deep understanding of human grief, combined with his unwavering faith, creates a resource that is both practical and profound. Lay readers will appreciate the gentle catechesis of Fr. Tonne’s Funeral Talks and priests will find pearls of wisdom that they can treasure and share with others.