John Hsane Hgyi, Myanmar bishop
John Hsane Hgyi 68, Bishop of Pathein, in southern Myanmar has succumbed to Covid-19 on Thursday.
Quoting church officials reports said that the late bishop had stayed in his room in self-isolation after feeling unwell since July 16.
“He also suffered from diabetes and had a low oxygen level last night and the clergy tried to give medication through the help of doctors. But he passed away around 6.15am today,” the reports quoted Father Henry Eikhlein, social-pastoral program director of Pathein Diocese as having said.
His funeral service was being held with limited attendees under Covid-19 regulations on July 22 afternoon.
Bishop Hsane Hgyi frequently reminded priests, religious and laypeople about Covid-19 prevention and urged them to focus on raising awareness of the dea...