Pope Francis passed away peacefully at 7:35 a.m. on April 21st after suffering a stroke, coma, and heart failure. His final moments were spent at his residence in the Domus Sanctae Marthae. Earlier, he had made a surprise appearance in St. Peter's Square in the popemobile, expressing gratitude to his nurse, Massimiliano Strappetti, for enabling the outing. The 88-year-old pontiff, recovering from pneumonia, had appeared weak but happy after the Easter blessing. His death followed a peaceful farewell to his nurse.

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