Emilio Simeon Allué Carcasona (18 February 1935 – 26 April 2020) was a Spanish‑born Roman Catholic prelate who spent most of his ministry in the United States. A member of the Salesian order (SDB), he served as an auxiliary bishop of the Archdiocese of Boston and was known for his work in priestly formation and parish ministry.
Early life and formation
Allué was born in Huesca, in northeastern Spain. He entered religious life with the Salesians of Don Bosco, a congregation focused on education and youth ministry. After his initial training he was ordained a priest and later moved to the United States, where he pursued pastoral and educational assignments.
Priesthood and Salesian ministry
Throughout his priestly career, Allué combined parish work with roles in seminary and youth formation. His Salesian background shaped his priorities: catechesis, vocational encouragement, and programs for young people. He served in a variety of settings within the Archdiocese of Boston, contributing to the archdiocesan efforts in clergy education and ministry development.
Episcopal service
Pope John Paul II appointed Allué an auxiliary bishop for the Archdiocese of Boston, where he carried out confirmations, represented the archbishop at civic and religious events, and oversaw specific pastoral initiatives. As a bishop he acted as a bridge between his religious congregation and the diocesan structures, advocating for formation and outreach.
Retirement and death
Allué retired from active episcopal ministry in 2010. He remained a figure in the local Catholic community until his death in Boston on 26 April 2020. His passing at age 85 was attributed to complications of COVID‑19. Local reports noted his decades of service both to immigrant communities from Huesca and to the wider archdiocese.
Legacy and significance
Emilio Allué is remembered for his commitment to Salesian ideals — education, youth work, and priestly formation — and for nearly two decades as an auxiliary bishop in one of the United States' largest archdioceses. His career illustrates the role of religious orders in the life of the diocesan church and the contribution of immigrant clergy to American Catholicism. Notices and memorials were published by diocesan and community sources in Boston and abroad following his death in 2020; for further information see diocesan statements and Catholic news reports here.