Dear Father Brian Wall,
When I was a student at Cardiff University from 1989 to 1993, you were our Catholic Chaplain — and you were so good to us. You weren’t just the priest who said Mass; you were a steady, fatherly presence who kept us company, looked after us, and made university feel less lonely and far more like home.
I’ll always remember the simple kindnesses: soup and toast after Mass, the trips you took us on — up to the Brecon Beacons and over to Scotland — and the way you somehow made sure we were properly equipped and cared for (even down to waterproofs when we needed them). You brought people together, arranged parties and gatherings, and created a real sense of community. Cardiff University simply would not have been the same without you.
When I was going through a hard time and nearly dropped out, you were there for me. You helped me to keep going, and I will always be grateful for your support, your time, and the genuine care you showed.
You had a big, booming personality — the kind that filled a room. Some people felt a bit steamrollered by you at times, but it always came from a good place. You meant well, and your heart was in the right place: to help, to guide, and to make sure no one was left out.
Thank you, Father Brian, for everything you did for us — and for the difference you made in my life.
Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him.
May he rest in peace. Amen. 🙏
Maria Mcgorrin
20/02/2026
