Franz Vorrath
German Roman Catholic clergyman, auxiliary bishop in Essen
About Franz Vorrath
Lived 1937 – 2022 (aged 85). Franz Vorrath was a German latin Catholic priest and latin Catholic bishop.
Franz Vorrath (9 July 1937 – 17 October 2022) was a German Roman Catholic prelate.
Vorrath was born in Germany and was ordained to the priesthood in 1962. He served as titular bishop of Vicus Aterii and as auxiliary bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Essen, Germany, from 1996 until his retirement in 2014.
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Who was Franz Vorrath?
German Roman Catholic clergyman, auxiliary bishop in Essen
When was Franz Vorrath born?
Franz Vorrath was born on 9 July 1937 in Essen.
When did Franz Vorrath die?
Franz Vorrath died on 17 October 2022 in Duisburg.
What was Franz Vorrath's occupation?
Franz Vorrath was a latin Catholic priest and latin Catholic bishop.
What nationality was Franz Vorrath?
Franz Vorrath was German.
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