Bembo, Saint Leon d. 1188 Saint. He was born in Venice at the beginning of the twelth century. Served as a dipllomat to the Doge and was later injured in religous riots. He retired to a secluded life and died in 1188. (Bio by: girlofcelje) Saint Blaise Church, Vodnjan, Istarska, Croatia
Bursa, Saint Nicolosa d. April 23, 1512 Saint. She was born in Koper Croatia and first became a nun at St. Servolo in Venice. As she was very competent and holy, she was asked to be the abbess at St. Johannnes of Laterano Monastrey. Her life was one of good works and prayer. (Bio by: girlofcelje) Saint Blaise Church, Vodnjan, Istarska, Croatia
Euphemia Roman Catholic Saint. She was born to christian parents in Chalcedon. During the era of Diocletian she was persecuted for her beliefs. Euphemia was killed around the age of 18 in 304 AD. Her remains ended up in Rovinj where she is the Patroness. The town has a festival on September 16th and many come from all over to honor her. (Bio by: girlofcelje) Saints George and Euphemia Church, Rovinj, Istarska, Croatia
Of Egypt, Saint Mary Saint. She was born in Egypt and spent much of her life as a dancer and prostitute. After meeting some pilgrims she decided to live in the desert to repent. The rest of her life was spent in prayer. Another holy man found her dead and with the help of a lion, buried her. Her relics are in several different places but her undecayed tongue is at St. Blaise. (Bio by: girlofcelje) Saint Blaise Church, Vodnjan, Istarska, Croatia
Parlov, Mate b. November 16, 1948 d. July 29, 2008 Professional Boxer, Olympic Athlete. A native of Split, Croatia, he was the former WBC Light Heavyweight Champion in 1978. He defeated Miguel Angel Cuello on January 7, 1978 to win the title and relinquished it to Marvin Johnson on December 2, 1978. In addition, Parlov won a gold medal after defeating Cuba's Gilberto Carrillo during the 1972 Summer Olympics. He retired from boxing in 1980 after compiling a record of 24 wins (12 knockouts), 3 losses and 2 draws in 29 bouts. He died from lung...[Read More] (Bio by: C.S.) City Cemetery, Pula, Istarska, Croatia
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