Remembering Pope Benedict XVI on the first Anniversary of his death

Remembering Pope Benedict XVI, One Year Later

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  December, 31, 2022: The Day Pope Benedict XVI Died

It has been exactly one year since Pope Benedict XVI died in Vatican on December 31, 2022 at the age of 95. As a number of online tributes attest, he was one of the most acclaimed popes of his generation.

Today, fans of Pope Benedict XVI along with the rest of the world have been remembering the iconic man he was.

Ratzinger, a cultural icon

Born Joseph Aloisius Ratzinger in Marktl on April 16, 1927, his career spanned an arc over many different eras and tastes in German history. Ratzinger was not just a great pope, he was an icon, an all-around inspiration to everyone.

His legacy continues to grow as new generations of fans are discovering his unique heritage.

It's been one year since the tragic loss of Pope Benedict XVI and his personality still resonate strongly within us all. Although Pope Benedict XVI is no longer physically here, his presence is more powerful than ever. He left a void that has yet to be filled.

In memory of the Late Great Pope Benedict XVI.

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