Joseph Ritter Cleric

Joseph Elmer Ritter (July 20, 1892 – June 10, 1967) was an American prelate of the Roman Catholic Church. He served as Archbishop of St. Louis from 1946 until his death in 1967, and was created a cardinal in 1961. He previously served as auxiliary bishop (1933–34) and bishop (later archbishop) (1934–46) of Indianapolis. Ritter was one of the cardinal elector who participated at the Papal Conclave,1963.

Personal facts

Birth dateJuly 20, 1892
Birth place
New Albany Indiana
Date of deathJune 10, 1967
Place of death
St. Louis

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