The Rev. Normand Varone has been named a Prelate of Honor to Pope Francis with the title of monsignor.
The retired priest was surprised with the news by Bishop Edward M. Rice of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Springfield-Cape Girardeau at the conclusion of Mass on Nov. 14 in Old St. Vincent Chapel of Ease in downtown Cape Girardeau.
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