Bishop Bernard J. Harrington Obituary
In loving memory of Bishop Bernard J. Harrington (Clawson, Michigan), who departed this world on August 30, 2025 at the age of 91. Bishop leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Bishop Bernard J. Harrington to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Irish Harrington (John) and Norah Harrington of County Cork; and his siblings, Jack (Marge), Tim (Kathleen) and Irene.
He is survived by: his siblings' children, Kathy Lehrter (Joe), Colleen Fitzpatrick (Kevin), Maureen Sherry (Gordie), Kathleen Carney (Kevin), Tim Harrington (Lori), Mary Pat O'Malley (Mike), Patrick Harrington, Peggy Shivers (Gabriel), Michael Harrington (Maria) and Shelagh Gleeson (Craig); and his brothers, Leo Phalen and Richard Cassidy.
Visitation was held on Wednesday, September 3rd 2025 from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors - Clawson (1368 N Crooks Rd, Clawson, MI 48017). A rosary was held on Wednesday, September 3rd 2025 at 7:00 PM at the same location. A funeral Mass was held on Thursday, September 4th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the Holy Name Church (630 Harmon St, Birmingham, MI 48009).
Memorials appreciated to Angela Hospice (https://angelahospice.org), 14100 Newburgh Rd., Livonia, MI 48154.
