Catholic Church bars Galante funeral mass in NY
New York City archdiocese refuses to authorize a full Catholic funeral for Mafia boss Carmine Galante citing potential scandal. A private service was conducted at Provenzano Lanza funeral home, while mourners faced tight security and reporters were barred.
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Priests clash over Galante funeral denial in New York
In New York Archdiocese halted a public funeral for slain Mafia boss Carmine Galante citing scandal. Priests debate whether denying rites erodes church mercy while notes say church remains cautious amid strong conflict over the notorious figure.
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