Joseph Kureethara
Joseph Kureethara (born July 2, 1929 in Palluruthy , India , † January 6, 1999 ) was Bishop of Cochin .
Life
Joseph Kureethara received on 18 March 1958, the sacrament of Holy Orders .
On August 29, 1975, Pope Paul VI appointed him . to the Bishop of Cochin. The Archbishop of Verapoly , Joseph Kelanthara , donated him episcopal ordination on December 21 of the same year ; Co- consecrators were the auxiliary bishop in Ernakulam , Sebastian Mankuzhikary , and the emeritus bishop of Cochin, Alexander Edezath .
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| predecessor | Office | successor |
|---|---|---|
| Alexander Edezath |
Bishop of Cochin 1975–1999 |
John Thattumkal SSC |
| personal data | |
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| SURNAME | Kureethara, Joseph |
| BRIEF DESCRIPTION | Indian clergyman, Bishop of Cochin |
| DATE OF BIRTH | July 2, 1929 |
| PLACE OF BIRTH | Palluruthy , India |
| DATE OF DEATH | January 6, 1999 |