Obituary for Fr. Brendan Wroblewski, O.F.M.
Brendan Wroblewski, O.F.M.
Louis & Bessie (neé Fialkowski) Wroblewski gave birth to their son, Louis Paul on March 11, 1930 in
Chicago, Illinois and on March 30, 1930, that same month, Rev. Przybylski baptized Louis at St.
Ladislaus Catholic Church in Chicago.
From 1935-1943 Louis attend St. Ladislaus Parish Grade School in Chicago. Sensing a call by the Lord,
Louis applied and was accepted into St. Bonaventure Minor Seminary High School, Sturtevant,
Wisconsin, graduating in 1947. It was July 29, 1947 that Louis received a communication from Fr.
Theophane Kalinowski, Provincial Minister of the ABVM Province of Franciscans reminding him that he
was accepted as a novice and was expected to report to Pulaski, Wisconsin, where he would begin his
formal life as a friar.
In August 1947, Louis was invested with the Franciscan habit and was given the name “Brendan.” On
August 15, 1948, Brendan professed simple vows and began college studies at St. Francis College,
Burlington, Wisconsin. While in Burlington, Brendan professed solemn vows on August 15, 1951.
Following his studies at St. Francis College, it was off to Lourdes Theologate, Cedar Lake, in where he
began his studies, finishing his seminary studies for priesthood at Christ the King Seminary, West
Chicago, Illinois. He was ordained by Bishop Leo Pursley on June 4, 1955 at Holy Name Parish, Cook,
Indiana.
Brendan’s love for music prompted him to pursue studies at DePaul University earning him a Master’s
Degree in Music. He joined the faculty at St. Anthony of Padua High School, Watkins Glen from 1959-
1966. This began an extensive journey in secondary education and his love of music and theatre. From
Watkins Glen he found himself at St. Bonaventure Minor Seminary & High School, Sturtevant, WI where
he would minister for the next 17 years. He had an ability to nurture the talents of the students and bring
out the best in them.
Another chapter opened up for Brendan after his teaching career when he engaged in pastoral ministry.
In 1983, he was assigned to Saginaw, Michigan and St. Thomas Aquinas Parish, where he joined a team
of friars engaged in parochial work. Brendan was a masterful preacher and teacher. His skills in music
and drama brought a completely new dimension to his pastoring abilities. After 13 years in Michigan, he
was assigned to St. Mary of the Angels Parish, Green Bay, Wisconsin where he offered his parochial
skills and then on to ABVM Parish, Pulaski, WI.
Photography was yet another gift that Brendan enjoyed and shared. His pictures of nature made for
several calendars and note cards published by the Development Office of the ABVM Province.
During his time in Pulaski, Brendan struggled with health issues. The friars in Pulaski began noticing his
steps growing slower. His failing health demanded more attention. It was at this time that Brendan
requested a transfer to Queen of Peace Friary, Burlington, WI. With his health continuing to deteriorate,
Brendan agreed to be moved to the Milwaukee Catholic Home, where he met Sister Death on the evening
of February 17, 2023. Brendan died in the 93th year of his life, the 72nd year of is religious profession
and the 68th year of his ordination.
Sunday, February 26, 2023
Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church
125 E Pulaski St
Pulaski, WI 54162
3:00 – 6:00 pm Visitation
6:00 pm Evening Prayer
Monday, February 27, 2023
Assumption of the Blessed Mary Church
125 E Pulaski St
Pulaski, WI 54162
9:00 – 11:00 am Visitation
11:00 am Funeral Mass
Burial will be private.
Condolences may be sent to:
Rev. James Gannon, OFM
Franciscan Friars ABVM Province
9230 W. Highland Park Avenue
Franklin, Wisconsin 59132
Louis & Bessie (neé Fialkowski) Wroblewski gave birth to their son, Louis Paul on March 11, 1930 in
Chicago, Illinois and on March 30, 1930, that same month, Rev. Przybylski baptized Louis at St.
Ladislaus Catholic Church in Chicago.
From 1935-1943 Louis attend St. Ladislaus Parish Grade School in Chicago. Sensing a call by the Lord,
Louis applied and was accepted into St. Bonaventure Minor Seminary High School, Sturtevant,
Wisconsin, graduating in 1947. It was July 29, 1947 that Louis received a communication from Fr.
Theophane Kalinowski, Provincial Minister of the ABVM Province of Franciscans reminding him that he
was accepted as a novice and was expected to report to Pulaski, Wisconsin, where he would begin his
formal life as a friar.
In August 1947, Louis was invested with the Franciscan habit and was given the name “Brendan.” On
August 15, 1948, Brendan professed simple vows and began college studies at St. Francis College,
Burlington, Wisconsin. While in Burlington, Brendan professed solemn vows on August 15, 1951.
Following his studies at St. Francis College, it was off to Lourdes Theologate, Cedar Lake, in where he
began his studies, finishing his seminary studies for priesthood at Christ the King Seminary, West
Chicago, Illinois. He was ordained by Bishop Leo Pursley on June 4, 1955 at Holy Name Parish, Cook,
Indiana.
Brendan’s love for music prompted him to pursue studies at DePaul University earning him a Master’s
Degree in Music. He joined the faculty at St. Anthony of Padua High School, Watkins Glen from 1959-
1966. This began an extensive journey in secondary education and his love of music and theatre. From
Watkins Glen he found himself at St. Bonaventure Minor Seminary & High School, Sturtevant, WI where
he would minister for the next 17 years. He had an ability to nurture the talents of the students and bring
out the best in them.
Another chapter opened up for Brendan after his teaching career when he engaged in pastoral ministry.
In 1983, he was assigned to Saginaw, Michigan and St. Thomas Aquinas Parish, where he joined a team
of friars engaged in parochial work. Brendan was a masterful preacher and teacher. His skills in music
and drama brought a completely new dimension to his pastoring abilities. After 13 years in Michigan, he
was assigned to St. Mary of the Angels Parish, Green Bay, Wisconsin where he offered his parochial
skills and then on to ABVM Parish, Pulaski, WI.
Photography was yet another gift that Brendan enjoyed and shared. His pictures of nature made for
several calendars and note cards published by the Development Office of the ABVM Province.
During his time in Pulaski, Brendan struggled with health issues. The friars in Pulaski began noticing his
steps growing slower. His failing health demanded more attention. It was at this time that Brendan
requested a transfer to Queen of Peace Friary, Burlington, WI. With his health continuing to deteriorate,
Brendan agreed to be moved to the Milwaukee Catholic Home, where he met Sister Death on the evening
of February 17, 2023. Brendan died in the 93th year of his life, the 72nd year of is religious profession
and the 68th year of his ordination.
Sunday, February 26, 2023
Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church
125 E Pulaski St
Pulaski, WI 54162
3:00 – 6:00 pm Visitation
6:00 pm Evening Prayer
Monday, February 27, 2023
Assumption of the Blessed Mary Church
125 E Pulaski St
Pulaski, WI 54162
9:00 – 11:00 am Visitation
11:00 am Funeral Mass
Burial will be private.
Condolences may be sent to:
Rev. James Gannon, OFM
Franciscan Friars ABVM Province
9230 W. Highland Park Avenue
Franklin, Wisconsin 59132