George Albert Hammes
George Albert Hammes (born September 11, 1911 in St. Joseph's Ridge , USA , † April 11, 1993 ) was Bishop of Superior .
Life
George Albert Hammes received on 22 May 1937, the sacrament of Holy Orders .
On March 23, 1960, Pope John XXIII appointed him . to the Bishop of Superior. The Apostolic Delegate in the United States, Archbishop Egidio Vagnozzi , ordained him episcopal on May 24 of the same year ; Co- consecrators were the Bishop of La Crosse , John Patrick Treacy , and the Bishop of Madison , William Patrick O'Connor .
On June 27, 1985, George Albert Hammes resigned as Bishop of Superior.
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| predecessor | Office | successor |
|---|---|---|
| Joseph John Annabring |
Bishop of Superior 1960–1985 |
Raphael Michael Fliss |
| personal data | |
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| SURNAME | Hammes, George Albert |
| BRIEF DESCRIPTION | American clergyman, Bishop of Superior |
| DATE OF BIRTH | September 11, 1911 |
| PLACE OF BIRTH | St. Joseph's Ridge , USA |
| DATE OF DEATH | April 11, 1993 |