Pope Francis Death | Pope Francis Death News | Pope Francis Dead | Pope Francis Latest News | Pope Francis Funeral | Pope Francis Last Rites | Vatican On Pope Francis Death | Vatican Statement On Pontiff’s Demise | Pope Death Reason | Rome News Pope Francis, the Head of Roman Catholic Church, passed away on April 21 after a prolonged illness. The death of Francis has set in motion a long process that begins with his funeral and will conclude with the election of a new Pope. This video briefly explains the entire process and also touches upon the changes brought about by Francis in the funerals of Pontiffs. Watch the video for full details.