The Vatican has confirmed that the pontiff (Pope Francis ) died on Easter Monday at his residence in Casa Santa Marta, located within Vatican City.
His death occurred less than a day after he appeared in St. Peter’s Square for Easter Sunday.
He was seen in a wheelchair, waving to the enthusiastic crowd from the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica, and greeted them with, “Dear brothers and sisters, Happy Easter.”
An aide delivered his traditional Easter message and blessing while he sat and observed.
After the blessing, he was driven around the square, stopping several times to bless babies brought to him by the crowd.
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According to the Vatican news service, he died at his residence in Casa Santa Marta.
“His entire life was dedicated to the service of the Lord and His Church,” Cardinal Farrell says
His death comes a day after he appeared in St Peter’s Square to wish “Happy Easter” to thousands of worshippers.
