Archbishop's father passes away

Emanuel Scicluna died at the age of 85 at a hospital in Rome

Emanuel Scicluna, with his wife Maria Carmela, at Archbishop Charles Scicluna's ordination earlier this year
Emanuel Scicluna, with his wife Maria Carmela, at Archbishop Charles Scicluna's ordination earlier this year

Archbishop Charles Scicluna's father Emanuel passed away this morning, aged 85, the Curia said. 

He died at a hospital in Rome. Emanuel is survived by his wife Maria Carmela and his children Monica, Josette, Jesmond.

Funeral details will be announced later in the day.