LIer recalls Francis as 'a good pope'

Maria Traversa, 76, of Rockville Centre, who came to St. Agnes Cathedral in Rockville Centre Monday to attend the 7:45 a.m. Mass, said she didn’t agree with all of Pope Francis’ teachings but felt lucky to have his service for so many years.

“He was a good pope,” Traversa said. “He brought a lot of the country together.”

When she heard the news Monday morning, she felt a sense of relief because Pope Francis was sick for so long.

“In a lot of ways it’s sad to say goodbye,” Traversa said.