Celebration and mourning:

For all who pass, we celebrate their life. We also rejoice in their final peace. However, we are human. We cannot help but feel sad at OUR loss, at what WE will miss because of this departure.

As for JP, most Catholics know at least a little bit about him. He has been a great leader of our religion. Whether you agree with the religion or not, it's difficult to disagree with his leadership and his devotion to bring the religion forward. If he has not done so fast enough for you, you don't understand the religion.

PS - The ring thing... if anyone is hungry, anyone, they can get food, clothing and shelter at the Catholic Church... no questions asked, no strings attached.