of the Brothers. Most of the priests of the diocese were present as well.  Unfortunately both Ron's parents have passed-on, but in their place were family members including Ron's three brothers and some who had travelled all the way from The Netherlands. About twelve Brothers were able to attend, but there were also many religious who Ron had linked with over the years. The church overflowed with so many whose lives had been touched by Ron, some many years ago when Ron was just a lad and others very recently.

Ron was not the only Patrician boy on the sanctuary: welcoming him to the priesthood community of the Wollongong diocese were Fathers John Stock and Chris D'Souza. And not only are these ex-Pat boys, they are both ex-Fairfield Pats boys, Fr Chris in fact once being a classmate of Ron's.

After the Mass the congregation moved over to the school hall. Ron gave a second speech here where he recognised those who had helped him along the way. A hearty banquet had been prepared and the friends-of-Ron mingled on for many an hour.

We hope to have Ron to ourselves in the near future so we can celebrate together as brothers this wonderful event in all our lives.