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Pedro Ercílio Simon

1941 – 2020

Brazilian archbishop

Catholic priest Catholic bishop
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About Pedro Ercílio Simon

Lived 1941 – 2020 (aged 78). Pedro Ercílio Simon was a Brazilian catholic priest and catholic bishop.

Pedro Ercílio Simon (9 September 1941 – 1 June 2020) was a Brazilian Roman Catholic archbishop.

He was born in Brazil, and ordained to his denomination’s priesthood in 1965. He served in succession as (1990 to 1995) coadjutor bishop of the Diocese of Cruz Alta, (1995 to 1998) bishop of the Diocese of Uruguaiana, and (1998 to 2012, likewise in succession), coadjutor bishop, diocesan bishop, and archbishop, within the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Passo Fundo.

Simon died from COVID-19 on 1 June 2020 in Passo Fundo, Brazil.

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Important facts

Born
9 September 1941, Lagoa Vermelha
Birth century
20th century
Died
1 June 2020, Passo Fundo
Occupation
Catholic priest, Catholic bishop
Nationality
Brazil
Positions held
Diocesan bishop, Catholic archbishop
Also known as
Pedro Ercilio Simon

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Pedro Ercílio Simon?

Brazilian archbishop (1941–2020)

When was Pedro Ercílio Simon born?

Pedro Ercílio Simon was born on 9 September 1941 in Lagoa Vermelha.

When did Pedro Ercílio Simon die?

Pedro Ercílio Simon died on 1 June 2020 in Passo Fundo.

What was Pedro Ercílio Simon's occupation?

Pedro Ercílio Simon was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.

What nationality was Pedro Ercílio Simon?

Pedro Ercílio Simon was Brazilian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Pedro Ercílio Simon

· Wikidata: Q2066509

· DBpedia: Pedro Ercílio Simon

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