Was St John the only one of the twelve Apostles to die a natural death.?
Yes, John was the only one who died a natural death. Here is a list. ANDREW November 30, Feast He was the first apostle, and the brother of Simon Peter. He is said to have been a missionary in Asia Minor and Greece, and possibly in areas in modern Russia and Poland. According to traditional accounts, he was crucified by order of the Roman Governor, Aegeas or Aegeates, at Patrae in Achaia, Greece on a decussate (i.e., X-shaped) cross; hence, St. Andrew’s Cross. His martyrdom took place during the reign of Nero, on 30 November, in the year 60. BARNABUS June 11, Memorial Although not one of the original 12 apostles, Barnabus is numbered among the first of the faithful at Jerusalem. He is noted for preaching at Antioch and for being a companion of Saint Paul and accompanying him on his first journey. Barnabus was born in Cyprus, and he eventually returned there, preaching the Gospel. He was martyred c.61 at Salamis. BARTHOLOMEW August 24, Feast Always mentioned in the Gospels in connection
