Patrick Francis Healy

Biography

Patrick Francis Healy, S.J., lived a life of quiet dedication to education and faith. Born in 1834, he entered the Society of Jesus and devoted his intellect and energy to Georgetown University, where his leadership and gentle presence helped guide the institution through times of challenge.

Healy’s commitment extended beyond administration to mentoring students and fostering a scholarly community rooted in Jesuit values; his legacy endures in the generations of graduates shaped by his steady hand and compassionate ideals.