Reverend Thomas Vengayil
October 20, 2025
St. Jude Catholic Church
Funeral Service
The Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, October 24, 2025 at 10:00 AM at his church in India.
Memorial Mass
A Memorial Mass is scheduled for Father Thomas Vengayil on Friday, November 7 at 5:00 PM at St. Jude Church in Tequesta.
St. Jude Catholic Church
204 N US Highway One
Tequesta, FL 33469-3726
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Reverend Thomas Vengayil faithfully served the Diocese of Palm Beach from 1983 until his retirement in 2008, dedicating 25 years to pastoral ministry and spiritual leadership. Throughout his tenure, he ministered at Holy Name of Jesus Church, Our Lady Queen of Peace Cemetery, and most notably, St. Jude Church in Tequesta.
His years at St. Jude were marked by deep commitment and service. Fr. Vengayil served the parish community and diocese in numerous capacities. He was the Parochial Administrator of St. Jude for 10 years and continued as Pastor for the following 12 years. In addition to his pastoral work he spent time as a Presbyteral Council Member and served as Chaplain for The Knights of Columbus Council #6569.
With sorrow, we mourn the passing of Fr. Vengayil, whose life was a testament to faith, service, and love for the Church. His legacy continues to inspire all who were blessed to know him, and his memory will remain deeply cherished within the Diocese of Palm Beach.
