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His Excellency

Most Rev. Angelo T. Acerra, O.S.B.

Born: November 7, 1925 · Memphis · Died aged 64
Ordained priest: May 20, 1950
Ordained bishop: November 29, 1983
Died: July 26, 1990
Rite: Latin
Religious order: Order of Saint Benedict

A priest for 40 years, 2 months

A bishop for 6 years, 7 months

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Nov 1925

Born

November 7, 1925 · Memphis

May 1950

Ordained to the Priesthood

May 20, 1950

Sep 1983

Appointed Auxiliary Bishop of Military Services, USA

September 29, 1983 · Military Services, USA, United States, United States

Nov 1983

Ordained Bishop

November 29, 1983

Most Rev. John J. Ryan

Most Rev. Joseph T. Dimino

Most Rev. Francis X. Roque

Jul 1990

Died

July 26, 1990