Thomas Ryan (bishop)

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Thomas Ryan (8 February 1915 – 21 August 1983) was an Irish prelate[1] who served as Bishop of Clonfert.[2]

Ryan was born in Kilcommon, County Tipperary. He was educated at St. Patrick's College, Thurles and ordained priest on 10 July 1938. He entered the holy see diplomatic service in 1943 and eventually became Secretary to Pope John XXIII. Coen was consecrated Diocesan Bishop of Clonfert on 16 June 1963. He resigned on 1 May 1982 and died on 21 August 1983.[3]

References[]

  1. ^ Times
  2. ^ Catholic Hierarchy
  3. ^ Dictionary of Irish Biography
Catholic Church titles
Preceded by
William Philbin
 Roman Catholic Bishop of Clonfert
1963–1982 		Succeeded by


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