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José Sótero Valero Ruz

1936 – 2012

Venezuelan bishop

Catholic priest Catholic bishop
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About José Sótero Valero Ruz

Lived 1936 – 2012 (aged 76). José Sótero Valero Ruz was a Venezuelan catholic priest and catholic bishop.

José Sótero Valero Ruz (22 April 1936 – 29 June 2012) was a Roman Catholic bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Guanare, Venezuela.

Ordained to the priesthood in 1966, Valero Ruz was named bishop in 1998 and resigned in 2011.

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Important facts

Born
22 April 1936, Timotes
Birth century
20th century
Died
29 June 2012
Occupation
Catholic priest, Catholic bishop
Nationality
Venezuela
Positions held
Bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Guanare, Titular bishop, Auxiliary bishop
Also known as
Jose Sotero Valero Ruz

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Frequently asked questions

Who was José Sótero Valero Ruz?

Venezuelan bishop (1936–2012)

When was José Sótero Valero Ruz born?

José Sótero Valero Ruz was born on 22 April 1936 in Timotes.

When did José Sótero Valero Ruz die?

José Sótero Valero Ruz died on 29 June 2012.

What was José Sótero Valero Ruz's occupation?

José Sótero Valero Ruz was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.

What nationality was José Sótero Valero Ruz?

José Sótero Valero Ruz was Venezuelan.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: José Sótero Valero Ruz

· Wikidata: Q1370819

· DBpedia: José Sótero Valero Ruz

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