[NYer]

That having been said, this will be a test of character and leadership for Sean Cardinal O'Malley. Kennedy's public career does not merit a celebratory funeral. Even the death of a good and pious man ought not trigger a celebratory funeral much less the death of this man.

You are right. However, we can expect a large and very public funeral because Ted Kennedy was a 'luminary' in the eyes of the media, and "they" will devote days in eulogy to their hero.

That said, thank you, Black Elk, for your witness to the Catholic faith that continually asks God's mercy on all who die.

[BlackElk]

Thank YOU for your graciousness and for the incredible job you do here. May God bless you and yours.