Pope Francis, 88, Dies At His Vatican Residence

Pope Francis died on Easter Monday, April 21 at the age of 88 at his residence in the Vatican's Casa Santa Marta, as per reports.

Cardinal Kevin Farrell, Camerlengo of the Apostolic Chamber, announced the demise of Pope Francis from the Casa Santa Marta stating, "Dearest brothers and sisters, with deep sorrow I must announce the death of our Holy Father Francis. At 7:35 this morning, the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the house of the Father. His entire life was dedicated to the service of the Lord and of His Church."

"He taught us to live the values of the Gospel with fidelity, courage, and universal love, especially in favor of the poorest and most marginalized. With immense gratitude for his example as a true disciple of the Lord Jesus, we commend the soul of Pope Francis to the infinite merciful love of the One and Triune God," he added.

After being admitted in hospital for over forty days, Pope Francis was discharged from the hospital on Sunday, March 23 after being treated for double pneumonia.

Pope Francis has died, Cardinal Kevin Ferrell, the Vatican camerlengo announced, reports AP

— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) April 21, 2025

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