MADISON — On Saturday, July 2, 2016, the Diocese of Madison lost a holy and faithful servant. Msgr. Delbert Schmelzer served the Diocese of Madison and the Church until the day he died.
As director of the Diocese of Madison’s Propagation of the Faith for over 40 years, Monsignor Schmelzer faithfully served the Pontifical Mission Societies.
In fitting tribute to his commitment to the Propagation of the Faith, Monsignor Schmelzer’s family asked to have memorial gifts directed to this cause.
In a wonderful tribute to Monsignor Schmelzer, over $3,700 has been raised in memorial gifts.Thank you to everyone who made a gift. If you would still like to make a memorial gift, make your check payable to Propagation of the Faith and send to:
Propagation of the Faith –
Msgr. Delbert Schmelzer Memorial
Diocese of Madison
P.O. Box 44983
Madison, WI 53744-4983