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Antonio Rosario Mennonna

1906 – 2009

Catholic bishop

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Lived 1906 – 2009 (aged 103). Antonio Rosario Mennonna was an Italian theologian, catholic priest, catholic bishop and local historian.

Antonio Rosario Mennonna (May 27, 1906 – November 6, 2009) was an Italian prelate of the Roman Catholic Church. At the time of his death at the age of 103, he was the second-oldest bishop in the Church, behind Antoine Nguyên Van Thien.

Born in Muro Lucano, he was ordained to the priesthood on August 12, 1928.

On January 5, 1955, Mennonna was appointed Bishop of Muro Lucano by Pope Pius XII. He received his episcopal consecration on the following March 13 from Archbishop Domenico Picchinenna, with Bishop Matteo Sperandeo and Archbishop Augusto Bertazzoni serving as co-consecrators.

Mennonna was named Bishop of Nardò on February 22, 1962, later resigning after 19 years of service on September 30, 1983. He died on November 6, 2009.

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Important facts

Birth century
Positions held
Roman Catholic Bishop of Muro Lucano, Roman Catholic Bishop of Nardò
Awards
Gold medal for merit in school, culture and art; Grand Officer of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Antonio Rosario Mennonna?

Catholic bishop (1906–2009)

When was Antonio Rosario Mennonna born?

Antonio Rosario Mennonna was born on 27 May 1906 in Muro Lucano.

When did Antonio Rosario Mennonna die?

Antonio Rosario Mennonna died on 6 November 2009 in Muro Lucano.

What was Antonio Rosario Mennonna's occupation?

Antonio Rosario Mennonna was a theologian, catholic priest, catholic bishop and local historian.

What nationality was Antonio Rosario Mennonna?

Antonio Rosario Mennonna was Italian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Antonio Rosario Mennonna

· Wikidata: Q604694

· DBpedia: Antonio Rosario Mennonna

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