James Chan, first bishop of Melaka-Johor Catholic diocese, passes away at 97

By MARTIN CARVALHO

PETALING JAYA: Rev Bishop Emeritus James Chan (pic), the first bishop of the Melaka-Johor Catholic diocese, passed away on Saturday (April 22 ) at the age of 97.

The news of his death was announced through the Melaka-Johor Diocese Facebook page.

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