About Thomas Kirkham
Thomas Kirkham was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.
Originating from the Cistercians, Kirkham ascended to the position of Abbot at Vale Royal in Cheshire, assuming office around the years 1438 or 1439. His ecclesiastical career progressed with his appointment to the episcopate of the Diocese of Sodor and Man by Pope Callixtus III on the 21st of June, 1458.
After two decades, it's presumed he tendered his resignation from the episcopal throne, as evidenced by the consecration of Richard Oldham as his episcopal successor in the year 1478.
Kirkham's died in 1480, and he was buried within the confines of Vale Royal Abbey.
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Abbot of Vale Royal; Bishop of Sodor and Man
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Thomas Kirkham died in 1480.
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Thomas Kirkham was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.
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