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John Roche

1584 – 1636

Roche, John (1576x9–1636), Roman Catholic bishop of Ferns

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About John Roche

Lived 1584 – 1636 (aged 51–52). John Roche was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.

John Roche (1584 – 9 April 1636) was a Roman Catholic prelate who served as Bishop of Ferns (1624–1636).

Biography John Roche was born in 1584.

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Important facts

Born

1584

Birth century

16th century

Died

9 April 1636, Ferns

Occupation

Catholic priest, Catholic bishop

Positions held

Diocesan bishop

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped John Roche's

Thomas Howard, 1st Earl of Suffolk

Frequently asked questions

Who was John Roche?

Roche, John (1576x9–1636), Roman Catholic bishop of Ferns

When was John Roche born?

John Roche was born in 1584.

When did John Roche die?

John Roche died on 9 April 1636 in Ferns.

What was John Roche's occupation?

John Roche was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Roche

· Wikidata: Q18936163

· DBpedia: John Roche (bishop)

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