About John C. O'Riordan
Lived 1924 – 2016 (aged 92). John C. O'Riordan was an Irish catholic priest and catholic bishop.
The Most Reverend John Christopher O'Riordan, Bishop Emeritus, C.S.Sp., COR (6 January 1924 – 22 November 2016) was Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Kenema in Sierra Leone.
Early life He was the second youngest son of Mary (née Murphy) and David O'Riordan and he was born in Effin, County Limerick, Ireland. His father managed a creamery in Kilmallock. His mother was a school teacher. He had eight brothers and sisters, two of whom became also priests. On 10 February 2017, the Diocese of Kenema invited clergy from across the nation to celebrate a memorial Mass in Bishop Johnny's honor.
Edward Charles, Archbishop of Freetown gave the Eucharist and Bishop Aruna, Auxiliary Bishop of Kenema paid tribute to Bishop O'Riordan's life and ministry in the homily.
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Who was John C. O'Riordan?
Roman Catholic Bishop (1924–2016)
When was John C. O'Riordan born?
John C. O'Riordan was born on 6 January 1924 in Effin.
When did John C. O'Riordan die?
John C. O'Riordan died on 22 November 2016 in Dublin.
What was John C. O'Riordan's occupation?
John C. O'Riordan was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.
What nationality was John C. O'Riordan?
John C. O'Riordan was Irish.
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