Pope Francis spent his final day in a calm and routine manner, sharing a peaceful dinner before a sudden illness struck early the next morning.
His last words were a heartfelt thank you to his nurse, Massimiliano Strappetti, expressing gratitude for his care. Despite his declining health, the Pope managed to appear for the traditional Easter blessing, surprising thousands gathered in St. Peter’s Square. Plans for his funeral are now underway as the world mourns his passing.
Vatican News highlighted the Pope’s peaceful demeanor and his final act of gratitude.
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Pope Francis’ last moments – They called for an ambulance, but he deteriorated within minutes
This was one of the pontiff’s last words before his death, according to Vatican News. After the traditional “Urbi et Orbi” blessing from the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica, Pope Francis appeared in St. Peter’s Square, to the surprise of the thousands of faithful who had gathered for Easter.
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In last words, Pope Francis thanked his nurse ‘for bringing me back to the square’
Pope Francis’ final moments were peaceful, and he managed to give one last farewell to his nurse, Massimiliano Strappetti, before slipping into a coma early April 21, Vatican News reported.
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