Letter from the Dicastery for Evangelization to Cardinal Tagle “on the occasion of the death of his beloved father”

In brief

The Dicastery for Evangelization sent a letter of condolence to Cardinal Luis Antonio G. Tagle and his family following the death of his father, Manuel “Tatay Maning” Tagle.

In the letter dated September 7, 2026, the Dicastery expressed its sorrow to the Pro-Prefect and his family, including Nanay Mila and Kuya Nonoy. The Dicastery noted that some staff members had met Manuel Tagle personally during visits to Rome, remembering him for his warmth and simplicity. The letter also stated that the kindness and patience shown by the Cardinal in his service to the Church reflect the qualities of his home and family.