Archbishop Emeritus Oswald Gomis passes away

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Archbishop Emeritus Oswald Gomis passed away at the age of 90 during early hours today while being treated at a private hospital.

The Late Archbishop received his primary education at St. Bendict’s College Kotahena and at St. Joseph’s College Colombo. He was ordained a priest in February 1958 and was appointed as Auxiliary Bishop of Colombo in 1968. Later he was appointed as the Bishop of Anuradhapura and as Archbishop of Colombo in 2002.

The late Bishop was one time Chancellor of Colombo University. Funeral will be held on the 6th February.

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Neel Friday, 03 February 2023 12:19 PM

Rest in peace, Your excellent didecated service is appreciated

M C.Yusuf Friday, 03 February 2023 12:34 PM

Great service to community and country

Ranjith Perera Friday, 03 February 2023 12:37 PM

Rest In Peace with prayers for repose of your soul in merciful hand of God.

A Friday, 03 February 2023 02:35 PM

Thank you for your service Rest in peace , he was such caring person .

Labby Friday, 03 February 2023 02:41 PM

May his Soul rest in eternal peace.

Jayamaha Friday, 03 February 2023 02:59 PM

Double PhD. True servant of God

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