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Blessed Edward Cheevers

Also known as: Éadbhard Cheevers

Blessed
Post-Congregation

Feast Day

5 July as one of the Martyrs of Wexford; 20 June as one of the Irish Martyrs

Born

In Wexford, Ireland

Died

Hanged, drawn and quartered on 5 July 1581 in Wexford, Ireland

Beatified

27 September 1992 by Pope John Paul II in Rome, Italy

Venerated

6 July 1991 by Pope John Paul II

Biography

Blessed Edward Cheevers, also known as Éadbhard Cheevers, was a devout layman and one of the Irish Martyrs. He was born in Wexford, Ireland, and spent his entire life in the diocese of Ferns. Edward's occupation as a sailor allowed him to engage in various maritime activities throughout his life.

Cause for Canonization

Beatified
Beatified1992-09-27 by 27 September 1992 by Pope John Paul II in Rome, Italy

Feast Days

July 5June 20
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