(MyFoxBoston.com) -- Bishop John P. Boles, the Auxiliary Bishop Emeritus of the Archdiocese of Boston, has died at the age of 84, according to the Archdiocese's office.
He died last night at St. Patrick's Manor in Framingham.
Cardinal Sean P. O'Malley, the Archbishop of Boston, offered a statement on Boles' passing.
"Over the course of nearly 60 years of priesthood and 22 years of service as a bishop, Bishop Boles was a beacon of warmth to all who met him as he showed pastoral care and concern for the Catholic faithful and the wider community. He brought a sense of joy, kindness and fidelity to the Church that inspired us and provided an example for others to follow.
"Please join me in praying for Bishop Boles as we give thanks to God for the blessing of his life and ministry. We extend our heartfelt condolences to Bishop Boles' family and friends, his fellow bishops and priests, and all who mourn his passing. May his soul and all the souls of the faithfully departed rest in peace."
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