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Diógenes da Silva Matthes

1931 – 2016

Brazilian priest

Catholic priest Catholic bishop
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About Diógenes da Silva Matthes

Lived 1931 – 2016 (aged 85). Diógenes da Silva Matthes was a Brazilian catholic priest and catholic bishop.

Diógenes da Silva Matthes (12 October 1931 – 20 November 2016) was a Roman Catholic bishop.

Ordained to the priesthood in 1957, Matthes served as bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Franca, Brazil from 1971 to 2006.

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Important facts

Born
12 October 1931, Caconde
Birth century
20th century
Died
20 November 2016
Occupation
Catholic priest, Catholic bishop
Nationality
Brazil
Positions held
Diocesan bishop
Also known as
Diogenes da Silva Matthes

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Diógenes da Silva Matthes?

Brazilian priest (1931–2016)

When was Diógenes da Silva Matthes born?

Diógenes da Silva Matthes was born on 12 October 1931 in Caconde.

When did Diógenes da Silva Matthes die?

Diógenes da Silva Matthes died on 20 November 2016.

What was Diógenes da Silva Matthes's occupation?

Diógenes da Silva Matthes was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.

What nationality was Diógenes da Silva Matthes?

Diógenes da Silva Matthes was Brazilian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Diógenes da Silva Matthes

· Wikidata: Q1231875

· DBpedia: Diógenes da Silva Matthes

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