Dr. Cyriac K. Pullapilly

Message from cynthia cooke

My dear friends from long ago. I was back in South Bend at Christmas and learned of our dear Cys passing. My love goes out to each one of you as you journey in this deep grieving. I will never forget our trip in India, it changed me forever. I also cherish our Malabar days that followed... I think of you all from time to time and wonder what your worlds contain. My dear Elsie...I will never forget. And to you 3 "kids" forever your "wooly Mammoth" ...I was at Sacred Hearts Christmas Eve Mass this year thinking of you all. I so wanted to atend the service for Cy but had to leave for home in North Carolina before the snow flew. Peace and love to you all. Love Cynthia

A candle was lit by Cynthia Cooke on January 18, 2018 11:58 AM

A candle was lit by Brooke (Lawrence) Smart on January 15, 2018 1:23 PM

Message from Matt Rado SAW 1990

Dr. P had the biggest impact on my adult life. He was one of the most generous people I have ever met. The SAW experience exposed me to an education that continues to benefit me throughout my life. My Deepest Condolences - Matt Rado

A candle was lit by Matt Rado on January 2, 2018 12:28 PM

Message from Zach Thundy

Cy was one of my best friends. I had known him for over sixty years. A good scholar he was. Above all a gentle spirit, kind and generous man. He had the patience of Job, the wisdom of Nestor, and the dedication of Laertes. We will all miss him.

Message from Chris DesBarres, SAW 2001

Dr. P was one of the best, most important teachers I ever had. My time with him and experiences through the Semester Around the World program were absolutely life-changing. May God's peace comfort you in your mourning.

A candle was lit by Chris Dwyer on December 28, 2017 12:35 PM

A candle was lit by Cynthia Salvatori on December 28, 2017 2:42 AM

Expression of Sympathy

A GRANDMA'S GARDEN TABLE BASKET was sent on December 26, 2017

No words can describe how sorry we, Pullapilly Family from Kerala, India for your lose. We would like to express our sincere condolences to you and your family.

A candle was lit by Michelle & Joseph Vittorie on December 26, 2017 10:00 PM

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Pullapilly Family:

Please know that our heart-felt thoughts and prayers are with all of you after the passing of Cy. The world is a better place for having had him walking the earth and spreading his love all these years and we are all better people, because we had the good fortune of knowing him. He was such a giving, interesting, and light-hearted man that was a true role model to everyone with whom he made contact. We feel that we were blessed to have known him and to have had him as a neighbor for so many years. We are sorry that we will not be there for the service, but we will be with you in spirit. He is probably having some intellectual conversation or telling one of his many stories about all of his adventures over the years with others in heaven - enlightening everyone within earshot and also making them laugh. May your memories provide you with solace in this very difficult time.

A candle was lit by Michelle & Joseph Vittorie on December 26, 2017 9:46 PM

Message from Tanya

Dear family and friends, please accept my deepest condolences. May God's promises found at Acts 24:15 and Psalms 37:29 bring you comfort during this difficult time.

A candle was lit by Jane Schoettle on December 24, 2017 9:34 PM

A candle was lit by Tarah Karczewski on December 24, 2017 12:21 PM

A candle was lit by Cindy McBride Keefe on December 24, 2017 11:37 AM

Message from Kathleen E. Urda

I still remember my grandmother, Grace McGuire, introducing me to both Dr. and Mr.s. Pullapilly when I was a child. It was an honor to later have Dr. Pullapilly as a professor at Saint Mary's. He was wonderful in every way. The entire Urda family mourns him, and we send condolences and prayers to all of you during this time and always.

A candle was lit by Amy Lalick on December 23, 2017 9:43 AM

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I was saddened to hear of the passing if Dr P. I loved his course at Saint Mary’s and know he shared his love of history with all of us in the department. He and his family will be in my thoughts and prayers during this holiday season. I had his course at a time in my life where I was going through a lot of change and he was such a joy and amazing person. I knew my decisions were good and he was a great example of what I could become with the change I was undertaking. I will miss him very much.

Expression of Sympathy

A TROPICAL DISH GARDEN WITH FRESH FLOWERS was sent on December 22, 2017

Dr. Pullapilly will be remembered by the faculty and students of the history department at Saint Mary's as a beloved professor, colleague, and friend. We treasured his gentle spirit and looked forward every day to the twinkle in his eye! We feel his loss and want to express our love to his family.

Expression of Sympathy

A Classic Style was ordered on December 22, 2017

A candle was lit by Kavita Pullapilly - Miss you Dada! on December 21, 2017 5:00 PM

A candle was lit by Aron Gaudet on December 21, 2017 4:56 PM

Message from Alice Siqin Yang

Dr. Pullapilly is a pioneer in international education. The Semester Around the World Program that he created opened a door to the world for our students. I came to work at Saint Mary’s at the end of his teaching career, but his legacy lives on. - Alice Yang

A candle was lit by Cindy Wahlman Reilly on December 21, 2017 4:42 PM

Message from Bill Svelmoe

Cy was chair of the department when I was hired at Saint Mary's. I am so glad you remembered the humor he brought to the department. I will never forget how Cy would pop into my office, giggling the whole time, with an idea for a practical joke on one of his colleagues. He was the mastermind. I simply helped him carry out his plans.

He was a wonderful man! The very definition of a Christian gentleman. So generous. So kind. And always with a twinkle in his eye!

Message from Philip Hicks

Cy was a kind and gentle spirit who always had a friendly word. At Saint Mary's., I remember him as an accomplished scholar and energetic presence. His office was two doors down from mine, and we had many little visits over the years. I shall miss seeing him in the halls of Madeleva and the rest of his family at the Malabar. He was a remarkable man who will be mourned by many. Please accept my condolences.

Message from Terri Kosik

Dr. Pullapilly was a wonderful gentleman, teacher and kind person. When his children attended ECDC at Saint Mary's, he was positive and supportive to the teachers and staff. It was a pleasure and honor to know him. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family. Terri Kosik and the ECDC School Family

A candle was lit by Kelley Arnold on December 20, 2017 10:14 PM

Message from Heather Schrider SAW 2001

Dr. P changed my life by providing me an opportunity to travel the world. I will remember his laugh, positivity, and crazy stories. He will be missed but never forgotten. Deepest sympathies.

Message from Emily Erchick, 'SAW 2001'

I also shared in the joy of his ‘Semester Around the World’. He was especially kind to me during the interview as a student at Saint Mary’s, and in his willingness to let me join the trip (late in the application process, without my having ever previously so much as stepped foot on an airplane), he found a way to show me the world. With deepest sympathy for your loss as a family, and with cherished memories of Dr. P as a teacher and friend,

Message from Ann Gurucharri Saudek

Dr. P showed me the world. I remember his humor, his story telling (remember the one about too many bananas on his communion!), his patience, his wisdom, and his endurance. He instilled curiosity and humility in me and forever changed my life. He will be missed by many. Much love to his family.

Message from Lauren O’Neil

Dr. P was a loving and benevolent influence for his students. As one of his SAW travelors, my life has been blessed by my trip, and more importantly by Dr. P’s positive influence and guidance in my life. I will miss his thoughtfulness, sense of humor and faith, most of all.
All my love to Mrs. P, Gita and the rest of the family.
~ Lauren O’Neil, SAW 2001

Message from Mary Raymond

Cy was a wonderful, caring person. He will be missed by friends and family. Elsie, Covita, Anand and Gita will miss him. My prayers are for each of you. May Cy rest in eternal peace!
Mary