Blessed Richard Overton
Blessed
Post-Congregation
Feast Day
September 11
Died
September 1, 11
Beatified
27 September 1992 by Pope John Paul II in Rome, Italy
Biography
Blessed Richard Overton, also known as Father Richard Overton, was a Dominican priest who is recognized as one of the Irish Martyrs. He was born in Ireland and dedicated his life to serving God and spreading the teachings of the Catholic faith during a time of intense religious persecution.