Born Michael Dowling on February 13, 1841 in Ballacoolen, Queens County, Ireland, he was the son of Michael and Margaret Dowling. He came to the United States in 1866. Immediately he went to Cincinnati, Ohio where he found employment and two years later the members of his family came over where they were reunited for four years. Having met Father Guido early on they were friends for six years. Finally, Michael entered the Passionist novitiate in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and professed his vows on March 16, 1874. He received the name Lawrence. He was a respected brother in the province.
Birth Date:
February 13, 1841
Profession Date:
March 16, 1874
Death Date:
December 12, 1927