Obituaries Related to "Pope" from New York Times Archive
Paolo Gabriele, Pope’s Butler in ‘Vatileaks’ Scandal, Dies at 54
He admitted to stealing files and giving them to a journalist as a way to expose Vatican corruption and protect his boss, Benedict XVI.
Rev. Georg Ratzinger, Choirmaster and a Pope’s Brother, Dies at 96
Father Ratzinger, a trained musician, pursued a career far away from the world of the Vatican and the future Pope Benedict XVI.
Rolf Hochhuth, Who Challenged a Pope’s Wartime Silence, Dies at 89
His play “The Deputy,” from 1963, took issue with Pius XII’s stance toward Nazi atrocities and caused a furor. “The theater,” Susan Sontag wrote, “is courtroom.”
Britain Surpasses 10,000 Coronavirus Deaths as Boris Johnson Leaves Hospital; Pope Speaks of ‘Contagion of Hope’
Lockdowns are beginning to lift in Europe, under intense debate. Israel’s prime minister and president are under fire for breaking their own lockdown rules.
Pope’s Death Penalty Stance Won’t Stop Execution, Nebraska’s Catholic Governor Says
After years of battling over capital punishment, the state has scheduled what would be its first execution in 21 years for later this month.
Pope Francis Declares Death Penalty Unacceptable in All Cases
The change in church teaching is likely to challenge Roman Catholic politicians, judges and officials who have argued that their church was not entirely opposed to capital punishment.
Joaquín Navarro-Valls, Ex-Vatican Spokesman, Dies at 80
A fierce loyalist to Pope John Paul II, Mr. Navarro-Valls oversaw an extensive renovation of the Vatican’s press office and served as the pope’s wingman on foreign trips.
Loris Francesco Capovilla, Pope John’s Aide and ‘Spiritual Son,’ Dies at 100
Cardinal Capovilla, Pope John XXIII’s personal secretary, helped prepare the Roman Catholic hierarchy for the opening of Vatican II in 1962.
Fernando Cardenal, Nicaraguan Priest Who Defied Pope, Dies at 82
Steeped in a movement committed to a Marxist agenda of promoting social justice and easing poverty, Father Cardenal joined the revolutionary Sandinista cabinet.
Georgia Executes Woman on Death Row Despite Clemency Bid and Pope’s Plea
Kelly Renee Gissendaner, who was convicted of orchestrating her husband’s 1997 murder, was put to death Wednesday after she exhausted her appeals.
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Diane Crump, First Woman to Ride in Kentucky Derby, Dies at 77
She was the first professional female jockey to compete at a track in the United States where betting was legal, and notched up 228 career victories.
Dick Zimmer, N.J. Congressman Who Sponsored Megan’s Law, Dies at 81
The landmark legislation, a response to the rape and murder of a New Jersey child, required states to disclose where convicted sex-offenders live.
Janet Fish, Painter of Luminous Still Lifes, Dies at 87
From her student days, she stubbornly refused to follow popular artistic trends. Instead, she spent decades exploring the effects of light on glass.
Jacqueline de Ribes, Tastemaker and Fashion Avatar, Dies at 96
One of few people in the world of style who could legitimately claim the status of icon, she dressed to impress even before she became a designer.
Richard Smallwood, 77, Choral Leader and Composer of Gospel Hits, Dies
He sold millions of albums with the Richard Smallwood Singers, and his songs, many influenced by classical music, were recorded by stars like Whitney Houston.
Gone in 2025: A Yearlong Procession of Giants
Marquee names all, they found international fame in the arts, politics, the sciences and beyond.
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