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| Last | First | Ord | T | Status | D/O | Notes | Diocese | Source/Assignments |
Babcock | Timothy | 1968 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Named in 1994 suit filed in Wayne Co. District Court along with three other priests. Plaintiff says the four repeatedly raped and fondled him over four years in the 1960s. Babcock denied charges. Still active priest as of 2011. Serves as adjunct memberof the Manresa Retreat Team and as Chaplain for the Felician Sisters of Livonia. Also holds two part-time admin. positions with the Archdiocese. | Detroit, MI | Source: Detroit News 5.24.94; United Press international 5.25.94; MANRESA Jesuit Retreat House Website, accessed 6.18.11 |
| Babis | Daniel | 1949 ? | P | Sued | Diocesan | In Jan. 2006 civil suit, man says he and 5 siblings were abused by Babis in 1950s and 1960s. Since suit was filed, others have also come forward to allege abuse by Babis. In addition to Rockville Centre, Babis also worked in Queens-Brooklyn diocese. Hedied in Dec. 1978 in Florida where diocese sent him to "aid refugees." | Rockville Centre, NY | Source: New York Post 1.12.06; Newsday 1.12.06; Newsday 2.06.06; Newsday 2.07.06; Newsday 10.01.06 |
Baca | Paul M. | 1949 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Woman filed suit 1/00. Alleged a sexual relationship with Baca for one year beginning 1973 when she was 15. Suit also alleged relatioship resumed in 1989 and lasted until 1990s. Woman had a videotape and transcript wherein Baca admitted "repetitive sexual contact." He resigned. Suit was settled 6/00 for undisclosed amount of money. Settlement also covered claims by another woman who claimed Baca had a 2 year affair with her which ended in 2000. | Santa Fe, NM | Source: Albuquerque Journal 1.13.00; Albuquerque Tribune 1.13.00; Albuquerque Tribune 1.14.00; Albuquerque Journal 1.17.00; Albuquerque Tribune 1.21.00; Albuquerque Journal 6.8.00 Assignments: Albuquerque Tribune 1.15.00 |
Baccellieri | Joseph A. | 1966 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Removed from active duty in 2002. 2 men filed suits in 2004 alleging abuse in 1970s at Central Catholic High School. One plaintiff had a secretly recorded tape wherein Baccelliere seemed to admit molesting the Plaintiffs and indicating that there were other victims. Placed on leave in 1992 after allegation of abuse in 1970s involving teenage males. Went to rehab & then reassigned to several parishes beginning in 1994. Supposedly reassigned on limited basis under close supervision. Retired in 2002. | Portland, OR | Source: The Oregonian 2.23.04; Associated Press 2.23.04; Press Release by Archdiocese of Portland 2.23.04; The Oregonian 2.24.04; San Francisco Chronicle 7.10.04; The Oregonian 6.24.05; The Oregonian 11.12.06; Oregonian Table 11.12.06; The Oregonian 6.06.07 (Documents); Final Report of Document Arbitration 11.24.08; The Oregonian 4.3.10; Associated Press 4.3.10 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Bacigalupo | Leonard | 1930 | P | Accused | Franciscan | Died 10/10/94. Per 1/03 articles, Bacigalupo was accused of unspecified abuse at Our Lady of Mount Carmel in East Boston in 1969 or 1970. His personnel file had just been released. Omitted from 2011 Boston AD database because he was an Order priest. | Boston, MA | Source: Albany Times Union 10.12.94; Boston Globe 1.31.03; Boston Herald 1.31.03; Boston Globe 11.20.11 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Bagert | Matthew | 1997 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Arrested 2005 on charges of possessing child porn on his computer. Trial set for 6/06. Charges dismissed just prior to trial after judge said evidence of the porn was obtained illegally by a Deacon and another priest. Case was referred to Feds for prosecution. He left priesthood and married. In 11/08 Bagert pleaded not guilty to federal indictment of child porn. In 4/09 he changed plea to guilty. On 12/1/09 he was sentenced to 4 yrs 3 mo. in prison. | Dallas, TX | Source: Dallas Morning News 2.03.05; Dallas Morning News 2.07.05; Dallas Morning News 2.08.05; Dallas Morning News 3.16.05; Dallas Morning News 3.23.05; Dallas Morning News 6.28.05; Dallas Morning News 4.21.06; Dallas Morning News 6.10.06; Dallas Morning News 6.16.06; Dallas Morning News 11.25.08; Dallas Morning News 4.13.09; Fort Worth Star Telegram 4.28.09; Dallas Morning News 4.28.09; Ft. Worth Star Telegram 12.1.09; Dallas Morning News 12.1.09 Assignments: Dallas Morning News 12.2.09 (add'l article) |
Bagley | John J. | 1960 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Finished seminary in Rome. Served at Vatican 1972-1974. Placed on leave 2/02 after man called Diocese to complain of abuse in 1967 when he was 17. He had complained to Bishop Harrington in 1994 but nothing done. At least 1 more accuser located. Unableto prosecute in MA due to SOL but matter referred to Canada for possible prosecution. Resigned as minister 2003 but still priest. 2nd man filed civil suit 12/04 re 1963 abuse. Trial set 2006. | Worcester, MA | Source: Telegram & Gazette 2.21.02; Telegram & Gazette 2.22.02; Sunday Telegram 3.3.02; The Day 3.18.02; Telegram & Gazette 11.15.02; Telegram & Gazette 3.7.03; Telegram & Gazette 5.16.03; Telegram & Gazette 5.20.03; Telegram & Gazette 5.31.03; Telegram & Gazette 12.30.04; Telegram & Gazette 2.15.06 |
| Baier | Donald | 1975 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Per 7/02 articles, Baier, who retired in 2000, had his ministerial rights permanently revoked by Bishop after anonymous letter with documentation of alleged abuse received by Diocese in May, 2002. Investigation found evidence of at least 2 victims in separate locations but no victims came forward so Diocese did not report to law enforcement. | Venice, FL | Source: Diocese of Venice News Release 5.24.02; Sarasota Herald Tribune 5 29 02; Bradenton Herald 5.31.02; Naples Daily News 4.28.03; Injury Board 9.5.08 |
Bailey | George F. | 1963 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Left priesthood in late1980s. Per 2002 articles, at least 10 women have accused him of abusing them when they were grade-school students at St. Vincent School in Akron and St. Mary's School in Bedford. Apparently these accusations were made known to Diocese before Bailey left the priesthood. | Cleveland, OH | Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer 4.09.02; Beacon Journal 4.09.02; Plain Dealer 11.23.02 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Bailot | Eugene | 1937 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Bailot (or Baillot) was one of 16 priests named for the first time in numerous sexual abuse lawsuits filed in 1/03 in Boston. Woman said Bailot abused her and her brother in 1950s after establishing himself as "a darling" in the eyes of their family.He retired in 1975; died in 1983. No formal determination of guilt because he died prior to canonical investigation. | Boston, MA | Source: Connecticut 1.18.03; Boston Globe 1.30.03; Taunton Daily Gazette 8.26.11; Salem News 8.26.11; National Catholic Register 8.25.11; The Patch 8.29.11; Jamaica Plain Gazette 9.9.11 Assignments: BA.Org Assignment Record |
| Baird | Lawrence J. | 1969 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Spokesman for Diocese for many years. Accused in 2002 of abusing a girl who came to him for advice after being abused by Rev. John Lenihan. Baird countersued plaintiff 4/02 but his suit was dismissed in 2002 and he was ordered to pay atty fees for plaintiff. 2nd woman also alleged abuse as a child. Still active as of 8/07 per Diocese website. | Orange, CA | Source: NBC4 TV 4.1.02; LA Times 4.02.02; LA Times 4.05.02; Associated Press 4.11.02; LA Times 4.17.02; LA Times 11.07.02; LA Times 11.28.02; LA Times 10.06.03; LA Times 10.11.03; LA Times 3.05.04; Press Democrat 3.22.04; Orange County Weekly 1.12.09; OC Register 1.12.09; Orange County Weekly 1.13.09 |
| Baisi | Linda | N | Settled | Accused in 2/8/96 suit of sexually abusing a boy for 5 years, starting at age 12 in 1987. The abuse included oral sex. In 1995, complainant mentioned the abuse to a counselor, who reported it to authorities. Baisi left her order in 1979 and was teacherwhen the abuse began. She was principal in 1996 when suit was filed and she was suspended. She admitted the abuse in taped conversations with the victim. Her attorney and the judge stated that she had effectively admitted to the charges. | New York, NY | Source: Daily News 2.25.96; Daily News 3.2.96; NY Times 9.15.00; NY Times 9.19.00; Daily News 9.19.00 | ||
Baker | Michael Stephen | 1974 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Accused of abuse. 2 brothers settled in 2000 for $1.3M. Criminal charges dropped due to CA. Sup Ct ruling. As many as 23 accusers. Arrested again 1/06. Laicized 12/00. Included in 12/06 $60M settlement re 22 priests. Also included in 7/07 massive $660M settlement. Pled guilty 12/07 to abuse of 2 boys. Sentenced to 10 yrs 4 mo in prison. New suit 6/10. Released on parole 10/11.Arrested for probation violations 11/11 & 9/12. Some personnel files released 1/13. Settlement with 4 in 3/13 for $9.9M. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: Collection of Articles prior to 1.1.12; Orange County Weekly 9.11.12; Daily Pilot 9.11.12; Corona del Mar Today 9.11.12; The Patch 9.12.12; LA Daily News 10.12.12; Huffington Post (AP) 1.21.13; LA Times 1.22.13; Santa Barbara Independent 1.24.13; LA Times 2.4.13; CBS 12 2.6.13; Worthy Adversary 2.7.13; Grand Forks Herald 3.12.13; LA Times 3.12.13; CNN 3.12.13 Assignments: BBC News 3.12.13 (add'l article); NBC News 3.12.13 (add'l article); Democrat and Chronicle 3.12.13 (add'l article); LA Times 3.12.13 (add'l article); CBS Los Angeles 3.14.13 (add'l article); BA.org Assignment Record |
Baker | Stephen P. | B | Settled | T.O.R. Franciscans | Teacher, sports trainer & coach in MN, MI, VA and PA. Gave boys (and girls) massages for injuries;molested them. Removed in 2000 after MI allegation; lived under supervision.1st known abuse in MN in 1977; reported in 2003 & settled 2005. 2012 settlementre 11 men and Youngstown, Order and JFK High School re 1980s abuse announced 1/13. Diocese knew of allegations in 2009. Allegations also made in 2011 re Bp McCort H.S. in Johnstown. 60+ accusers in 10 days. He committed suicide 1/26/13. 3 new suits file | St. Paul-Minneapolis, MN | Source: Collection of Articles prior to 2.25.13; WFMJ 2.4.13; WKBN 2.4.13; Youngstown Vindicator 2.25.13; WKBN 2.24.13; Fox Youngstown 2.25.13; Vindicator 2.26.13; Altoona Mirror 2.26.13; Tribune-Democrat 2.26.13; WYTV 2.28.13; Tribune-Democrat 2.28.13; Tribune Chronicle 3.1.13; WJAC TV 3.1.13; Tribune-Democrat 3.1.13; WTAJ 3.1.13 Assignments: ABC23 3.1.13 (add'l article); Virginian-Pilot 3.4.13 (add'l article); Tribune-Democrat 3.10.13 (add'l article); WYTV 3.20.13 (add'l article); Detroit Free Press 3.27.13 (add'l article); BA.org Assignment Record | |
| Balak | Frederick R. | P | Sued | Diocesan | Named as abuser in Addendum to Archdiocese Report. 1 accuser claims abuse from 1967-1968. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Archdiocesan Report Addendum 11.15.05 Assignments: LA Times Database 4.20.06 | |
| Balbin | Victor | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused of abuse of a teenage girl. LA archdiocese counts 1 accuser. Extern priest from Philippines working in Archdiocese | Los Angeles, CA | Source: Associated Press 2.8.84; LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 4; Milla v. Tamayo, 187 Cal.App.3d 1453 | |
Balcom | Gary E. | 1972 | P | Accused | Diocesan | In 1993 lawsuit, Balcom was accused of showering with an altar boy, fondling him, giving him alcohol and threatening him in 1970s. Admitted molesting 8 or 9 children. Placed on sick leave in 1985, privileges removed in 1992 and "voluntarily" laicized 4/98. Boston AD database in 8/11 says case concluded canonically. Died 10/02. | Boston, MA | Source: Letter to Rev. Richard Lennon 9.15.97; Rev. Richard Lennon letter to Cardinal Law 4.23.98; Corpus.org 10.02; Boston Globe 12.10.02; Boston Herald 12.10.02; Patriot Ledger 12.10.02; Newsday 2.10.03; Patriot Ledger 10.20.08; National Catholic Registry 8.25.11 Assignments: Boston Archdiocesan Assignment Record |
| Balden | Unknown | P | Sued | Oblate | Fr. Balden was one of several religious accused in 2010 civil suit against Diocese, Oblates & Sisters of the Divine Savior which alleged abuse of students at Tekakwitha Indian Mission in Sisseton SD. In the suit, one woman alleges that Fr. Balden, Fr.Cholewa and another unnamed priest abused her between 1975-1982 when she was 5-11 yrs old. | Sioux Falls, SD | Source: MWD et al v. Catholic Diocese of Sioux Falls et al, Minnehaha County Circuit Court 7.30.10; Argus Leader 8.6.10; Sioux City Journal 8.6.10 | |
| Balestrieri | Edward | 1959 | P | Accused | Trinitarian | Removed by Belleville Diocese after woman wrote to the Order to complain that he "inappropriately touched her son" (age 11) in 1975 in Trenton, NJ. Prosecutors said SOL had passed. He was part of the Order of the Most Holy Trinity, a religious community, at the time. He officially became part of the Belleville Diocese in 1985. On 1/24/09 Belleville diocesan website gave his status as "Administrative Leave / Retired." | Trenton, NJ | Source: Associated Press 5.1.02; Star Ledger 5.2.02; St. Louis Post-Dispatch 5.2.02; Belleville News Democrat 5.2.02; Asbury Park Press 5.2.02; Associated Press 5.8.02; Beliefnet.com 6.02; Belleville News Democrat 3.7.03 |
Balfe | Joseph A. | 1927 | P | Sued | Jesuit | Died 9/29/65.. Accused of abuse of students at St. Ignatius Mission Boarding School on Flathead Indian Reservation in late 1950s-early 1960s. One man said he arrived early for Mass only to find Balfe standing naked in the sacristy. Another said that Balfe asked him during confession what bed he slept in. Balfe is named in 5 complaints in 9/11 civil suit against Ursuline Order and Helena Diocese filed by 45 people against 4 nuns, 6 priests and 1 brother. | Helena, MT | Source: Spokane Daily Chronicle 9.30.69; FinaAGrave.com n.d.; The Missoulian 6.5.11; The Missoulian 9.27.11; Complaint for Damages, MT First Judicial District Court, Lewis and Clark Co. 10.8.11 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Ball | Bruce E. | 1978 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | 1993 plea of no contest to charge of sexual contact w/ 12 yr old boy during therapy session. Total of 4 known victims. Sentenced to 5 yrs prison; released 3/96. On parole thru 12/97. Laicized at his own request as of 8/11/97. Settlement of $100K in 1993(?). In 1993 La Crosse diocese told Baltimore of 2 claims against Ball during the time he was a seminarian for La Crosse in Baltimore in mid 1970s. Died 2003. | La Crosse, WI | Source: Wisconsin State Journal 6.21.92; Wisconsin State Journal 7.7.92; Chicago Tribune 10.14.92; Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 3.17.96; Wisconsin State Journal 3.22.96; Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 9.30.98; Baltimore Sun 8.21.02; Washington Post 8.22.02; Archdiocese of Baltimore 9.25.02; La Crosse Tribune 1.9.04; Marshfield News-Herald 8.27.04 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Ball | Edward Lawrence | 1966 | P | Convicted | Sacred Heart | Indicted on 4 counts of abuse of minors 9/92; plea of guilty to 1 count. Sentenced to 9 mo jail and 5 yr probation. Total of three victims. Family of two boys settled out of court 1994. Ball criminally charged in 1999 with 31 counts of sexually abusing two other boys from 1979-1986. He was sentenced to 3 years in prison. $4.2M civil settlement. from Diocese & Order in 6/03. On Sex Offender Registry. | San Bernardino, CA | Source: Press-Enterprise 5.2.93; Chicago Tribune 10.10.99; Press Enterprise 10.11.99; Press Enterprise 10.20.00; Press Enterprise 12.30.00; Inland Valley Daily Bulletin 7.15.02; San Bernardino Sun 6.30.03; San Bernardino Sun 6.30.03 (2nd); San Bernardino Sun 7.2.03; Find Law 7.17.03; Press Enterprise 8.16.03; Press Enterprise 10.17.03; Reno Gazette-Journal 7.30.05 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Bals | Jerry | 1973 | D | Sued | Diocesan | Ordained as deacon in 1973. He was accused of fondling girls in counseling sessions at Lake Catholic High School (he was guidance counselor/librarian) for 14 years. Total of 8 Jane Does, five of whom filed suit. Suits settled. Per Nov. 2002 article, criminal charges were dropped in a plea deal that required Bals to forfeit his teaching credentials. Diocese paid Bals' wife $800/mo from 2000-2003 (while Bals living with her). This info revealed in 3/07. | Cleveland, OH | Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer 9.29.93; Plain Dealer 10.07.93; Plain Dealer 10.13.93; Plain Dealer 2.11.94; Plain Dealer 11.23.02; Plain Dealer 3.31.07; Cincinnati Enquirer (AP) 4.01.07 |
| Baltazar | Carmelo Melchior ""Mel"" | 1960 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | An extern priest from the Philappines, Baltazar has a history of abuse of boys over a 20 year period while serving Diocese of Cleveland, Diocese of Phillippines, US Navy, Diocese of Boise, Idaho, and Diocese of San Diego. Named in several civil suits. Convicted 1984 & sentenced to 7 yrs. Released to treatment after 3 yrs. 2003 civil suit in San Diego said that plaintiff lived with Baltazar and traveled with him for 5 years during military assignments. Always introduced as his nephew. Deceased. | Boise, ID | Source: United Press International 5.30.84; United Press International 11.19.84; United Press International 1.24.85; United Press International 3.23.85; San Jose Mercury News 12.30.87; San Jose Mercury News 12.31.87 (Major Accounts); Associated Press 3.25.02; San Diego Union Tribune 5.22.03; Associated Press 10.08.03; Idaho States 2.21.04; Lompoc Record 3.30.07; Union Tribune 3.31.07; Diocese of San Diego List 3.30.07 |
Balthazar | Norman G. | 1963 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Initially charged in 1991 in Tampa with soliciting lewd act from a male, undercover police officer. Charges dismissed by court. Sent for therapy and returned to duty. Diocese paid $75K in 2010 to man who said he was abused by Balthazar at Christ the King in Tampa in early 1980s when he was 17 . Settlement not revealed until 1/11. Tampa police say in 2002 a man accused Balthazar and another priest of sexually assaulting him in 1971 at age 9. State did not press charges. | St. Petersburg, FL | Source: Tampa Tribune 4.22.02; SNAP Statement 1.9.11; WTSP 1.13.11; 2010 Settlement Agreement; My Fox Tampa Bay 1.13.11; St. Petersburg Times 1.14.11 |
| Banach | Edwin | 1941 | P | Accused | Francisan | In 9/02 Franciscans began investigating allegations that Banach abused 2 boys between 1963 and 1970 at St. Anthony of Padua church. One person alleged abuse and the other alleged that Banach made sexual overtures. Banach spent 9 years at St. Anthony shortly after his ordination in 1941. He then went to a church in California until 1963 when he came back to St. Anthony. In 1970 Banach was transferred back to California. .Died in 1984, | Rockford, IL | Source: Rockford Register Star 9.5.02; Rockford Register Star 6.21.03 |
Banach | Henry S. | 1948 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Allegedly abused a boy age 12 or 13 in 1976 and 1977 when he was assigned to St. Hedwig parish in Southbridge. 2 brothers filed suit 2002. Another man joined suit 10/02. 4th man later came forward with similar allegations. 1 case settled out of court &dismissed 5/05. 2nd set for trial 10/06 | Worcester, MA | Source: Telegram & Gazette 10.2.02; Telegram & Gazette 10.10.02; Telegram & Gazette 12.30.04; Telegram & Gazette 2.15.06 |
Banaszek (Bonaszek) | Stanley F. | 1970 | P | Settled | Maryknoll | Accused of sexually assaulting a former altar boy in 1985 at St. Anthony of Padua in Bridgeport, CT. Case was settled with others by the Bridgeport diocese in 10/03. Name occasionally spelled Bonaszek. | Bridgeport, CT | Source: Connecticut Post 10.20.02; Connecticut Post 11.13.02; Connecticut Post 10.16.03; Associated Press 10.17.03; Connecticut Post 12.1.09 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Bandle | Ronald J. | 1968 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Bandle died 1/01 after suffered heart attack during evening Mass. Name appeared on Archdiocese's 7/04 list of priests fully restricted from ministry (or who would have been restricted if still living) because of credible allegations of abuse. There appears to be a gap in assignments between 12/92 when he left one parish and 6/96 when he was appointed as an assistant priest at St. Joseph and St. Kilian Parishes, Lyons and to Nursing Home Ministry for Archdiocese. | Milwaukee, WI | Source: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 1.9.01; Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 1.10.01; Archdiocese of Wilwaukee List 7.9.04; Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 7.10.04; Archdiocese of Milwaukee List of Clergy Offenders 3.3.12 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record; Archdiocese of Milwaukee Assignment Record |
Banko | John M. | 1972 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Removed from ministry 2000. Convicted 2002 on charges of molesting 11 yr old boy in 1993. Received a 15-year sentence. Included in 1/03 settlement re abuse by 5 priests. 9 other alleged victims have also come forward. Additional criminal charges filed9/06 alleging abuse of 1 victim in 1994-1995. Pleaded not guilty 11/06. Trial started 5/08 and he was convicted again as of 5/13/08. Sentenced 9/08 to add'l 18 years. In prison 6/10. Still a priest, but inactive. | Metuchen, NJ | Source: Star Ledger 8.3.01; Archdiocese of Baltimore 9.25.02; NY Times 1.31.03; New Jersey Times 5.21.03; NY Times 7.16.03; Diocese of Metuchen 2.27.04; Courier News 9.7.06; The Times (NJ) 9.7.06; Express Times 9.7.06; Star Ledger 9.8.06; Express Times 9.8.06; Courier News 11.4.06; Express Times 11.4.06; Express Times 1.27.07; Express Times 5.7.07 Assignments: Express Times 6.2.07 (add'l article); Home News Tribune 6.30.07 (add'l article); Star Ledger 5.6.08 (add'l article); Star-Ledger 5.13.08 (add'l article); Home News Tribune 9.5.08 (add'l article); Star-Ledger 9.6.08 (add'l article) |
Banner | Russell J. | 1967 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Placed on leave in 2002 pending review of past allegations. He had previously received evaluation and treatment and then been returned to active ministry. Second man came forward in 2004 to allege abuse for two years when he was 12-14 yrs of age and aresident at Parmadale Childrens' home. Banner was a deacon counseling children at the home. This man filed suit 2004. | Cleveland, OH | Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer 4.09.02; Akron Beacon Journal 4.09.02; Akron Beacon Journal 4.18.02; Plain Dealer 4.28.04; Bradenton Herald 4.29.04 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Baquedano-Pech | Theodore | P | Accused | Diocesan | A visiting priest from Mexico, Baquedano-Pech is accused of sexually molesting a girl for several years, beginning when she was 11. She reported to Diocese in 1993 when she was 30 but they said they were not responsible since he was a visiting priest. He continued as active priest in Mexico for many years. Still active in Yucatan in 4/10. Finally removed 4/26/10. | San Francisco, CA | Source: San Francisco Weekly 5.21.03; RichardSipe.com 4.17.07; Boston Globe 4.21.10; Washington Post 4.27.10; San Francisco Chronicle 4.28.10 | |
| Baranowski | Alexander Sylvester | 1955 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Newly identified as abuser in Chicago Archdiocesan report 3/06. Resigned from priesthood in 1975. Laicized 8/1976. No further information found. In 4/13, two men filed civil suit 4/13 against Diocese and Baranowski alleging that he abused them on separate overnight trips in 1961-1962. Both men were students at St. Wenceslaus grammar school in Chicago when alleged abuse occurred. | Chicago, IL | Source: Chicago Archdiocesan Report 3.20.06 page 1; Chicago Sun-Times 3.21.06; Chicago Tribune 3.21.06; Chicago Archdiocesan Report 9.15.08page 1; Chicago Archdiocesan Report 8/16/09; Chicago Sun Times 4.22.13; SNAP Statement 4.24.13 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Barber | Joseph P. | ? | P | Sued | Diocesan | Accused of rape of girl, age 6, in 1961 at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel parish. Named along with about 14 other priests in RICO suit filed in New Jersey in 1994. Deceased. All the RICO claims were settled 3/03. | Camden, NJ | Source: The Record 11.2.94; Courier Post 4.14.02; Star-Ledger 3.14.03 |
Barfield | Daniel Ramsey | 1967 | P | Sued | S.J. Jesuit | In 5/13 civil suit one man accused Barfield of abusing him at St. Jude's Parish in Alamogordo beginning in 1990., Same man also accued W. Diamond of abuse in same suit. Separate Federal suit alleged Barfield allowed David Holley to live at the rectory and this gave Holley access to Plaintiff so he abused plaintiff as well. Died 6/7/03 in Alampgordo, NM. Buried in Jesuit Cemetary, Grand Coteau, LA. Also worked in Dallas, N.O. and Houston at Jesuit schools. | Las Cruces, NM | Source: Deming Headlight 6.19.03; Santa Fe New Mexican 5.7.13; Alamogordo Daily News 5.7.13; Las Cruces Sun-News 5.7.13; Albuquerque Journal 5.8.13; SNAP Statement 5.8.13; KRQE 5.8.13; Telegram & Gazette 5.9.13; FindAGrave.com 5.13.13 |
Barletta | Michael G. | 1966 | D | Accused | Diocesan | At least three men complained prior to 2002 to Bishop Trautman that they were molested by Barletta when he was theology teacher at Erie's Cathedral Prep School in late 1970s-1980s. One man reported he complained to Bishop Trautman in 1994. Barletta left Prep within a year and was allowed only limited ministry. All three met with Bishop again in 2002. Not removed from ministry until 2003. Diocese paid for counseling for 1 of the men. THIS MAY BE UNNAMED PRIEST # 1 | Erie, PA | Source: Erie Times-News 11.13.03; Erie Times-News 11.13.03; Erie Times-News 11.14.03 |
Barmasse | Kevin P. | 1982 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Sued 2003. Accused of abuse from 1982-1988. (Also allegations in Tucson, AZ). LA archdiocese counts 8 accusers. Settlement in AZ in 2005/2006 under bankruptcy plan for 5 claiming abuse by Barmasse. These individuals also sued LA Arch and were included in massive $660M settlement 7/07. Criminal investigation reopened in Arizona 7/07. Laicized 5/2/06 per LA Personnel file released 1/13. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: Arizona Daily Star 3.30.03; Arizona Daily Star 10.5.03; Tucson Citizen 10.6.03; Arizona Daily Star 10.25.03; LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 1; OC Weekly 7.16.04; Arizona Daily Star 7.10.05; LA Times 10.12.05; Thousand Oaks Acorn 11.3.05; LA Times 4.20.06; Arizona Daily Star 6.01.06; Arizona Daily-Star 7.10.07; Arizona Daily Star 7.17.07; Arizona Daily Star 7.17.07 (2nd); Arizona Daily Star 7.27.07 Assignments: Fox 11 7.27.07 (add'l article); Arizona Republic 2.4.13 (add'l article); Arizona Daily Star 2.24.13 (add'l article); LA Archdiocesan Report Addendum 11.15.05; LA Times Database 4.20.06; Diocese of Tucson List of Accused Priests 8.5.11 |
Barnes | Michael Lowell | 1975 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | 6/09 suit against Baltimore AD filed in DE alleged Barnes molested a boy 1977-1982 while at St. Clare School in Essex. Baltimore contacted plaintiff in 2002 after a review of files; he denied abuse. He contacted them in 2003 but refused counseling/ mediation. Left priesthood in 1988 but began working for Wash. DC as lay member. Civil case dismissed 4/10 by DE Judge. Arrested in NC 10/09 on charges he abused the same man. Extradited to MD 2/10. Pled no contest 6/10. 6 mo in jail. Laicization sought. | Baltimore, MD | Source: Baltimore Sun 6.26.09; The Dispatch 10.2.09; Daily Times 10.3.09; Daily Times 10.6.09; Daily Times 10.8.09; The Dispatch 10.9.09; The Dispatch 11.13.09; The Dispatch 2.26.10; Times Leader 4.29.10; News Journal 4.30.10; Daily Times 6.4.10; The Dispatch 9.17.10; Catholic Review 9.28.10 |
| Barney | H. Stanley | 1975 | P | Accused | Diocesan | 1993 Catholic Directory says Barney was a military chaplain under the Fall River Diocese. His name appeared on 9/26/02 list of Fall River priests investigated by the Bristol County District Attorney's Office. Article shows there was one victim but Barney was not prosecuted because beyond the statute of limitations. | Fall River, MA | Source: Boston Globe 9.27.02; Boston Herald 9.27.02 |
Barr | Frederick L. | 1976 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Placed on leave 8/09 from assignment at St. Patrick's church in Watertown after recent allegation that he sexually abused a minor in the late 1980s. He was parochial vicar at St. Luke's Catholic Church in Belmont from 1985 to 1990, when the abuse was alleged to have occurred. Still on administrative leave as of 8/11 and canonical proceedings are still in process per Boston AD database. | Boston, MA | Source: Watertown Tab & Press 5.16.08; WBZ 8.30.09; TheBostonChannel 8.30.09; Boston Globe 8.31.09; Watertown Tab & Press (AP) 8.31.09; Watertown Tab & Press 8.31.09; Metrowest Daily News 9.1.09; Metrowest Daily News 9.2.09; The Pilot 9.4.09; National Catholic Register 8.25.11; Wicked Local Somerville 8.30.11 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Barr | Philip R. | 1948 | P | Accused | Diocese | Retired 1995. One of 21 priests placed on administrative leave by archdiocese 3/7/11 pending investigation for credible allegations involving sexual abuse or inappropriate behavior with minors. Last assignment was as pastor emeritus of St. Edmond Parishin South Philadelphia. On 5/4/12, Archdiocese found allegations unsubstantiated and he was found suitable for ministry. He is currently 92 yrs old. | Philadelphia, PA | Source: Archdiocese of Philadelphia Press Release 3.8.11; Statement of Cardinal Rigali Regarding Administrative Leaves 3.8.11; Philadelphia Inquirer 3.8.11; NY Times 3.8.11; Philadelphia Inquirer 3.9.11; Philadelphia Inquirer 3.10.11; Statement by Archdiocese of Philadelphia 5.4.12; Statement by ARchdiocese of Philadelphia 5.4.12; Philadelphia Inquirer 5.4.12; Philadelphia Inquirer 5.4.12 |
| Barrett | John F. | 1959 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Placed on leave 5/02 re old accusations that he molested an 8th grade boy in Catholic cchool in 1968. Original claim was made in 1991 but the man says that Diocese cancelled meeting with him at last minute when he wanted to bring either his wife or attorney with him. The victim let the matter drop until 2002 when investigator for Diocese contacted him. Cleared by Diocesan investigation 6/10/02 and returned to duty. Diocese said claims could not be substantiated and victim was not cooperating. | Joliet, IL | Source: Chicago Daily Herald 5.06.02; Chicago Sun Times 5.08.02; Chicago Tribune 5.08.02; Chicago Sun-Times 5.12.02; Chicago Daily Herald 6.09.02 Assignments: Chicago Daily Herald 5.07.02 |
| Barrett | Patrick J. | 1959 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Barrett was placed on admin. leave in 2002 because of complaint by adult that Barrett had molested the complaintant some 30 years previously when complaintant was a minor. Misconduct alleged to have taken place outside the Diocese. Investigating committee said charges were credible. Died 3/06. | Gaylord, MI | Source: Associated Press 6.4.02; Traverse City Record-Eagle 6.4.02; Traverse City Record-Eagle 6.11.02; Traverse City Record-Eagle 8.28.02; Detroit Free Press 4.14.03; Traverse City Record-Eagle 4.02.06 |
Barrett | Robert E. | 1963 | P | Settled | Diocesan | First claim was in 1993 re molestation on 1960s camping trip. Settled 1994 for $30K. 2nd claim was in 1997 suit where he was alleged to have abused 15 yr old youth for almost two years in 1967-1968 while working as priest and coach of Framingham MA church swim team. Placed on permanent disability in 1995 and spent time in psychiatric hospital. Also allegations in 2002 of prior abuse. Assigned to life of prayer & penance 2004. Died 3/08. | Boston, MA | Source: Boston Herald 4.7.97; Boston Globe 4.8.97; Letter from Barrett to Then-Father Lennon 5.19.98; Boston Globe 1.28.02; Boston Globe 12.13.02; Boston Globe 12.17.02; Patriot Ledger 12.17.02; Patriot Ledger 2.11.03; Patriot Ledger 10.20.08; Metrowest Daily News 8.26.11; Salem News 8.26.11; Daily News 8.26.11; The Patch 8.29.11; The Patch 9.1.11 Assignments: Boston Archdiocesan Assignment Record |
| Barry | James | P | Sued | Diocesan | Amended civil suit filed 10/11 refers to Barry as a "credibly accused" sexual abuser. There are 117 plaintiffs in the amended suit. No further information provided. He is deceased. Diocese originally claimed he was Jesuit priest, not Diocesan. | Helena, MT | Source: PRNewswire 10.26.11; NBC Montana 10.26.11 | |
| Barry | Michael O. | 1979 | P | Sued | Jesuit | Barry is one of 4 priests included in settlement of lawsuit in 4/07. Barry was a teacher and, at some point, a hospital chaplain in St. Louis. Accused of having sexually abused a student at a St. Louis Jesuit high school from 1982-1985. Barry's accusersaid the priests plied him with alcohol and "played mind games" to silence him. Barry died 2/19/87. | St. Louis, MO | Source: John Doe CS v Fr. James Thiel et al, 042-01414, St. Louis Circuit Court, MO; St. Louis Post-Dispatch (AP) 4.19.07; Belleville News-Democrat 4.19.07; Kansas City Star (AP) 4.20.07; St. Louis Post-Dispatch 6.10.07; St. Louis American 6.13.07 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Barry | Richard J. | 1978 | P | Accused | Oblate | In 2002, Barry's personnel file indicated that he had allegedly raped and assaulted a youth at Tewksbury's St. William's parish. Barry was later transferred to Dallastown, PA. Name also included in 3/03 NH Atty General's report on abusive priests. Documents say same man claimed that Barry repeatedly raped and sexually abused him beginning at age 16 or 17 in NH. Omitted from 2011 Boston AD database because he was an Order priest. | Boston, MA | Source: Letters to Cambridge DA and to Cardinal Law 2002; Boston Herald 12.17.02; Union Leader 3.4.03; Boston Globe 11.20.11 Assignments: BA.Org Assignment Record |
Barry | Thomas Patrick | 1939 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Woman filed suit against Archdiocese of Denver 10/07 alleging that Barry had abused her in approx. 1970. She was an adolescent with troubles at home. He gave her a place to live before abusing her. Barry died in 2003 at age of 97. Suit still pending as of 7/08. | Denver, CO | Source: Rocky Mountain News 4.3.03; Denver Post 4.14.03; Denver Post 10.17.07; Denver Post 7.2.08; Rocky Mountain News 7.2.08 |
Bartholomew | Carl | 2000 | P | Accused | Pallottine | In 2002 Bartholomew was accused by woman of molesting her 16 year old son in 1994 when Bartholomew was a chiropractor in Bradenton, FL. Venice Diocese is not investigating because he is order priest. In Oct. 2002 a committee of Lay persons investigatedand cleared Bartholomew. He was returned to full active status. | Venice, FL | Source: Diocese of Venice article re Ordination 12.07.00; Diocese of Venice Statement 5.09.02; Sarasota Herald Tribune 5.29.02; Sarasota Herald Tribune 11.17.02; Injury Board 9.5.08 |
| Bartles | Charles Arnold | 1965 | P | Accused | Jesuit | One pending claim against Bartles shown in bankruptcy reorganization documents for Fairbanks Diocese 1/25/10. Believed to have taught at St. Johns-Jesuit-Loyola prep school in Shreveport, LA during 1960-1962 school years. Also worked in Brazil. Was working in New Orleans when he died 7/93. | Fairbanks, AK | Source: Times-Picayune 7.30.93; Excerpt from Bankruptcy Reorganization Documents for Fairbanks Diocese 1.25.10, p. 2 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Bartlett | Lee F. | 1972 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Placed on leave 3/02. Accused in 6/02 civil suit of abusing 2 boys in 1979-1980. He reportedly fondled them and made them participate in "Greek Olympics" wherein he got them intoxicated and then made they run naked through the streets at night at his residence on Cape Cod.. Took nude photos of boys and showed them porno movies. Also took some boys on trip to Paris. Resigned from parish 2003 but still a priest. Will undergo church trial. | Worcester, MA | Source: Sunday Telegram 3.17.02; Telegram & Gazette 3.19.02; Telegram & Gazette 3.20.02; Telegram & Gazette 5.8.02; Telegram & Gazette 6.8.02; Telegram & Gazette 11.15.02; Telegram & Gazette 3.7.03; Telegram & Gazette 5.16.03; Telegram & Gazette 5.20.03; Telegram & Gazette 6.4.03; Telegram & Gazette 5.11.04 |
Bartnikowski | Raymond B. | 1963 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Placed on leave in 2002. Woman claimed that he abused her in 1967 when she was 12. Two other femals came forward to allege abuse in 1960s. He is accused of spanking their bare bottoms. He died Nov. 2007. | Cleveland, OH | Source: Plain Dealer 3.30.02; Cincinnati Enquirer 3.30.02; Beacon Journal 4.09.02; Plain Dealer 4.09.02; Sunnews.com 4.18.02; Plain Dealer 5.05.02; Plain Dealer Reporter 2.09.03; Plain Dealer 5.26.07; Plain Dealer 12.04.07 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Bartz | Richard Barry "Doc" | 1974 | P | Accused | Diocesan | In 1980s Bartz was on faculty of a seminary where he allegedly had sex with a minor male (may have been other victims as well). He went on leave indefinitely and was returned to duty at Columbus Hospital in 1988 under restrictions and monitoring. Served there until 2001. Left position at another hospital and resigned from priesthood 6/02 after Dallas Bishops' Conference. | Chicago, IL | Source: Chicago Tribune 6.20.02; Chicago Tribune 6.24.02; Modern Healthcare 7.1.02; USA Today 11.11.02; Chicago Sun-Times 1.17.03; Chicago Archdiocesan Report 3.20.06; Journal of Oak Park and River Forest 11.11.07 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Baskett | John C. | 1945 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused in 2007 of seducing 15-yr-old girl in 1952 after using alcohol to incapacitate her. Suit filed 3/08. Abuse included intercourse & continued through 1954. He was then transferred to a parish now located in the Jefferson City MO diocese. Became Air Force chaplain in 1955, first as part of Kansas City MO, then as Springfield-Cape Girardeau priest. On duty in Raleigh diocese 1978-79, then not listed in Directory. Died 6/23/95 in Las Vegas. Civil suit settled 8/08 in $10M settlement re 12 priests. | Kansas City-St. Joseph, MO | Source: Police Report 2.9.07; Kansas City Star 3.06.08; Kansas City Star 8.20.08; Kansas City Star 8.20.08; Statement by Plaintiff in Voice from the Desert 11.2.08 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Bass | Francis E. | 1948 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Served as diocesan director of vocations and served on priest personnel board. Accusations of abuse were received by Diocese 6/92; Bass then retired. 1st suit filed 10/03 alleged abuse by Bass and Fr. James Janssen. Numerous other suits also filed. Settlements in 2004 & 2006. Allegations were deemed credible. Total of 18 accusers. Diocese requested that he be laicized but in 01/05 Vatican ruled he would lead a life of penance and prayer. Living in nursing home 6/11. | Davenport, IA | Source: 6.29.92 Letter to Bishop contained in Bass Personnel File; John Doe III v. Janssen, Bass, Geerts, and Diocese of Davenport: Statement of Undisputed Facts; Pleadings from John Doe II v. Father Francis Bass et al; Des Moines Register 10.01.03; Quad-City Times 10.31.03; Quad-City Times 11.24.03; Des Moines Register 2.06.04 ; Quad-City Times 2.24.04; Des Moines Register 3.18.04; Quad-City Times 10.29.04; WQAD 1.18.05; Quad-City Times 5.17.05; Quad-City Times 7.25.05; Des Moines Register 7.26.05; Des Moines Register (AP) 2.16.06 Assignments: Iowa City Press-Citizen 2.11.08 (add'l article); Quad-City Times 7.10.08 (add'l article); Quad-City Times 7.18.08 (add'l article); Concise BA.org Assignment Record; Detailed BA.org Assignment Record; Catholic Messenger 7.17.08 |
Basso | Settimo (or Septimo) | 1941 | P | Sued | Scalabrinians | Arrived in U.S. from Italy in 1947. Worked in Boston for 23 years before transferring to RI. Later went to Canada before returning to RI. Died in Italy in 1999. Accused in 2005 civil suit of abuse of one boy at St. Lazarus Parish, East Boston between1960-1961. The suit involved multiple plaintiffs and named multiple priests as defendants. Attorney Durso said 7/11 that almost all claims were settled. Omitted from 2011 Boston AD database because he was an Order priest. | Boston, MA | Source: Obituary from Scalabrini.org; JOHN DOE Nos. 30 - 68 and MARY ROE Nos. 6 - 8, v. Roman Catholic Archbishop of Boston, C.A. 05-0006; BishopAccountability Letter to Dr. Mary Jane Doherty, Chairperson of the Archdiocese of Boston Review Board 7.27.11; Boston Globe 7.28.11; Boston Globe 11.20.11 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Batoon | Roberto | 1973 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Extern priest from Philippines working in diocese since 1997. Removed 1//03 after he was accused of abuse of a minor while working in home diocese in Philippines. Supposed to return to Philippines but had not arrived there as of 2/21/03. By 5/03, he had agreed to be voluntarily laicized. | Honolulu, HI | Source: Honolulu Advertiser 1.27.03; Honolulu Star-Bulletin 1.28.03; Honolulu Advertiser 2.21.03; Honolulu Advertiser 5.22.03; Honolulu Star-Bulletin 2.27.04 |
| Battagliola | Alberto (Orlando) | 1963 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Had been in LA since 1964. In late 1990s woman told Bishop that Battagliola, a native of Argentina, had sexually abused her son in 1974 in San Luis Obispo. He frequently visited the victim's home. One night Battagliola took him for a drive, got him drunk, and had sex with him. Victim was 14 and ended up with sexual disease. Battagliola was murdered in 1977 in San Francisco. Diocese sued 3/03. Some articles refer to him as "Orlando". Last name spelled various ways. Personnel file released 1/13. | Monterey, CA | Source: Monterey County Herald 3.15.03; San Luis Obispo Tribune 3.16.03; Monterey County Herald 3.24.03; San Luis Obispo Tribune 3.29.03; San Luis Obispo Tribune 4.16.03; San Luis Obispo Tribune 1.27.04; Monterey County Herald 1.28.04; Bishop Ryan's Pastoral Letter 2.4.04; New Times 3.28.13 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Baudone | Louis | 1959 | P | Accused | Diocesan | "Substantiated" charges exist that Baudone molested two children in 1981 in Muskegon County. He "retired" from his duties in 1993 when allegations first surfaced. Privileges not removed until 2002. Additional allegations of old abuse became public 3/08. | Grand Rapids, MI | Source: Grand Rapids Press 6.05.02; Grand Rapids Press 5.17.02; Detroit Free Press 4.14.03; WOOD 3.7.08; Muskegon Chronicle 3.7.08 |
Bauer | John | 1963 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Worked as priest in MT. Left active priesthood in 1970. Opened sex shop/adult book store in Bozeman, MT in 1981. Referred to as "Priest of Porn." On the run for 8 months after drug-related arrest in 1988.Sold store prior to his 12/89 arrest. Pled no contest in 1990 in Los Angeles to charges of making child porn videos and films in Mexico and California. Sentenced to 8 yrs prison. Died of a heart attack in federal prison in 1992. Believe he was removed from priesthood after he opened the book store. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: Associated Press 5.4.81; United Press International 5.30.85; United Press International 4.11.89; LA Times 4.12.89; Orange County Register 4.13.89; The Oregonian 12.14.89; LA Times 12.14.89; United Press Internation 9.24.90; Bozeman Daily Journal 10.29.92 (as reprinted 9.19.12); Associated Press 6.10.01 |
| Bauernfeind | Thomas J. | 1963 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Per 10/13/02 news article, Bauernfeind was accused in 1987 of sexual abuse in mid-1970s. He retired in late 1990s and in April 2002 his faculties were removed. His name appeared on the Oct. 2002 list of 56 priests accused of molesting children within the Baltimore diocese. Died Jan. 1 2003. | Baltimore, MD | Source: Archdiocese of Baltimore 9.25.02; Baltimore Sun 10.13.02; Baltimore Sun 1.03.03 Assignments: Archdiocese of Baltimore 9.25.02 |
| Bayers | Sydney H. | 1937 | P | Accused | Diocesan | In 1994, 3 sisters complained of inappropriate behavior and abuse in 1970s when they were young. In 1996 a man accused Bayers of masturbating and striking him repeatedly for years, beginning in about 1960 when boy was 11. Boy's father died then and Bayers "practically lived" at his home and went drinking with his mother. Died 3/79. No formal determination of guilt because he died prior to a canonical investigation. | Boston, MA | Source: Docs produced by Boston Archdiocese: Notes re 1994 Meeting with Mother & Sisters; Docs produced by Boston Archdiocese: Memo in 1996 on Meeting with Brother; Docs produced by Boston Archdiocese: Letter from Brother in 2002; National Catholic Register 8.25.11 Assignments: BA.Org Assignment Record |
Bazalar | Juan | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Peruvian. Indicted 1991 for sexually abusing a 15-year-old altar boy at St. Peter's Church in Monticello. He fled to Canada. Extradited and then convicted in 1993. Sentenced to 5-15 years in state prison. Conviction overturned. Found not guilty at 2nd trial. Returned to Peru. | New York, NY | Source: Dallas Morning News 2.27.93; River Reporter 8.10.95; Times Herald-Record 3.19.02; NY Post 4.06.02; USA Today 11.11.02; Times Herald-Record 2.28.04; Times Herald-Record 1.15.07; Chicago Tribune 3.11.12 | |
Beale | Robert P. | 1970 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Removed 7/02 after "credible" accusations surfaced that he molested a minor in 1970s. At the time of his suspension, he was director of Our Lady's Hall, a rehabilitation center for prests accused of molesting children. Also worked at Norfolk Co. House of Corrections per 2002 Catholic Directory. Last known to be living in Quincy and Stoughton. Voluntary laicization announced 8/20/10. Boston AD database in 8/11 says case concluded canonically. | Boston, MA | Source: Boston Globe 3.20.02; Associated Press 7.18.02; Boston Globe 7.18.02; Patriot Ledger 7.18.02; Patriot Ledger 10.20.08; Statement by Archdiocese of Boston 8.20.10; TheBostonChannel 8.20.10; Patriot Ledger 8.21.10; Boston Globe 8.24.10; Metrowest Daily News 8.25.10; The Pilot 8.27.10; National Catholic Register 8.25.11 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Beans, Sr. | Pat | D | Accused | Diocesan | Described as Eskimo Elder and Deacon per 3/03 Alaskan Shepherd, a newsletter from Fairbanks Diocese. Two or more pending claims against Beans shown in bankruptcy reorganization documents for Fairbanks Diocese 1/25/10 | Fairbanks, AK | Source: Excerpt from Bankruptcy Reorganization Documents for Fairbanks Diocese 1.25.10, p. 1 | |
Beas | Shamaun | 1994 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Beas, an extern priest from Pakistan, was arrested 5/04 in an Internet sting and charged with soliciting sex over the Internet from someone he believed to be a 14 yr old girl. Had previously exhibited "questionable behavior" and sent for therapy. Sentenced to 5 to 20 years 3/06 Later sentenced to 1 yr for abuse of 1 girl. Withdrew guilty plea to add'l charges in another county 7/08. Girl's sister also alleges abuse. Sentenced to another 16-24 mo. 10/08 for abuse of both sisters. | Grand Rapids, MI | Source: WOOD 5.25.04; Grand Rapid Press 5.26.04; Grand Rapids Press 5.27.04; Grand Rapid Press 5.28.04; Grand Rapid Press 6.11.04; Lansing State Journal 3.5.06; Grand Rapids Press 7.18.08; Muskegon Chronicle 8.28.08; WWMT 8.28.08; WOOD 8.29.08; Grand Rapids Press 10.16.08; SNAP 12.30.08; Grand Rapids Press 3.18.09 |
| Beaudet | George | 1975 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Name released by the diocese in Jan. 2007. Had been placed on leave in 2000 after allegation of abuse dating back to 1979. Additional complaints were received in 2002. Laicization was announced 5/08. | Portland, ME | Source: Portland Press Herald and Maine Sunday Telegram 1.28.07; Sun Journal 1.28.07; WMTC 1.28.07; WCSH 1.28.07; Bangor Daily News 1.29.07; Bishop's Statement in keepMEcurrent 1.29.07; Morning Sentinel 1.31.07; Maine Today (AP) 5.30.08; Morning Sentinel 6.3.08; News Press 6.7.08 Assignments: KeepMECurrent 1.29.07 |
| Beaudet | Gerard | P | Settled | Diocesan | A man reported that Beaudet gave him alcohol in early 1970s when he was 12 and then raped him. In 9/04 one woman alleged Beaudet gave her alcohol and made her perform oral sex in 1972 at age 14 at St. Albert Parish. In 4/05 Diocese said it settled claims by a man and woman who said they were abused by Beaudet as children in the 1970s. Settlement amount not disclosed. Another woman made accusations 7/05. Died in 1982. | Manchester, NH | Source: Concord Monitor 4.28.05; NH AG Audit Records 3.26.09 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record | |
| Beaudet | Sylvio | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused of fondling and masturbating one 12 yr old boy at St. Marie's in Manchester 1960-61. Died 1/76. | Manchester, NH | Source: NH AG Audit Records 3.26.09 | |
| Beaulac | Robert | B | Sued | Assumptionist | In 1960s Beaulac was on staff at Assumption College, a prep school. Supposedly pursuaded a young student to stay overnight because of the weather and fed him alcohol. Instead of allowing student to stay in infirmary, he had the boy stay in his room and allegedly abused the youth. Same youth accuses another priest at the school of instituting a relationship with him during the same general time period of 1965-1967. Died 11/00. Named in 2002 civil suit. | Worcester, MA | Source: Sunday Telegram 11.19.00; Telegram & Gazette 9.7.02; Telegram and Gazette 1.2.03 | |
Beaulieu | Guy | B | Settled | Brothers of Sacred Heart | Alleged in multiple 2002-2004 suits to have abused at least 20 students over 20 year period at Bishop Guertin High School in New Hampshire and at Camp Fatima. He admitted abuse during depositions. Transferred to retirement home in RI in 1990. Complaints made to school officials in 1970s and 1990s. Claims included in 11/02 & 8/03 & 5/04 settlements. Multiple known abusers at Bishop Guertin. | Manchester, NH | Source: Collection of Articles prior to 2004; Union Leader 2.5.04; Union Leader 6.3.04; NH AG Audit Records 3.26.09 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record | |
| Beauregard | Gerald | P | Settled | Diocesan | At least one claim included in Diocese's 11/08 $4.5M settlement with 59 plaintiffs. Deceased per 2008 Diocese of Springfield Directory (necrology) | Springfield, MA | Source: Press Release by The Office of Stobierski & Stobierski, 12.3.08 | |
Beauregard | Thomas J. | 1951 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Public allegations in 2002 that he abused at least 3 teenage girls between 1964-1966 while he was religion instructor at Central Catholic High School. During counseling sessions he ordered girls to strip off their clothes and fondled at least 1 girl. Also took pictures of the girls. Would sometimes take off his clothes also and lie on top of the girls. Removed 1994 from parish assignment after 1st woman complained. Served on Marriage Tribunal until at least 2002. Barred from public ministry. Died 2/05. | Toledo, OH | Source: Toledo Blade 8.24.02; Toledo Blade 12.1.02 (Major Account); Toledo Blade 12.1.02; Toledo Blade 3.30.04; Diocese of Toledo Status Report 2.17.05; Diocese of Toledo Status Report 4.8.08; Diocese of Toledo Status Report 12.31.10 |
| Beauvais | Leon F. | 1961 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Beauvais was one of 16 newly identified priests who were named in 1/03 litigation as having sexually abused minors. Article says that he is deceased but does not detail any other information about the abuse. [He died 3/97.] No formal determination ofguilt because he died prior to a canonical investigation. | Boston, MA | Source: Boston Globe 3.25.97; Boston Globe 1.30.03; National Catholic Register 8.25.11 Assignments: BA.Org Assignment Record |
Beaver | Reinard | 1956 | P | Sued | Diocesan | One civil suit filed by a man 5/03 alleged abuse in 1956 during trip to Seattle. Another suit filed by male plaintiff in 6/03 alleges abuse in 1957. This abuse occurred at Fairchild Air Force Base swimming pool where Beaver had privileges because he was in Army Reserves. 2 more suits filed 12/04 & 7/05. Removed 1983 amd retired 1984. Privileges removed 2002. | Spokane, WA | Source: Spokesman Review 10.24.02; Spokesman Review 10.24.02 (2nd); Spokesman Review 5.09.03; News Tribune (AP) 5.10.03; Spokesman Review 6.25.03; Seattle Post-Intelligencer (AP) 12.01.04; News Tribune 1.14.05; News Tribune 7.27.05; Seattle Times 7.27.05; Statement by Diocese of Spokane 11.21.07; Diocese of Spokane List of Admitted, Proven or Credibly Accused Perpetrators of Sexual Abuse 11.3.09 Assignments: Spokesman Review 10.24.02; Inland Register 11.14.02 |
| Beazley | Francis "Frank" B. | 1940 | P | Accused | Oblate | Woman came forward 1/04 to allege abuse by Beazley in 1957 when she was elementary student in Edinberg (which later became part of Brownsville diocese). Her therapist told Brownsville Bishop in 1990s. Beazley also served in San Antonio, San Angelo, Amarillo, Baton Rouge, and Colorado Springs dioceses. Died 1992. | Corpus Christi, TX | Source: Brownsville Herald 1.26.04 |
Beck | James W. | 1969 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Name appears on Archdiocese's 7/9/04 list of priests fully restricted from ministry (or who would have been restricted if still living) because of credible allegations of abuse. Case sent to the Vatican for review. List says that Beck "left priestly ministry" but no date. Shown on "Special Assignment in 1993 Catholic Directory but is not in directories after 1995. Diocese record in 2012 shows no assignments after 1989. | Milwaukee, WI | Source: Archdiocese of Milwaukee List 7.9.04; Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 7.10.04; Archdiocese of Milwaukee List of Clergy Offenders 3.3.12 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record; Archdiocese of Milwaukee Assignment Record |
Becker | Franklyn W. | 1964 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Ministry restricted 7/02 for alleged abuse. Arrested 5/03 on charges he abused a teenage boy in San Diego CA in late 1970s; case ended 7/03 by Supreme Court's Stogner decision. Worked in Wheeing-Charleston WV and St. Louis MO in mid-1970s. Civil suit filed 12/03 re abuse in 1982; dismissed on SOL; upheld by appeals court 8/06. A claim included in $16.65M settlement 9/1/06. Laicized 11/04 per archdiocese. First allegation reported 3/63 when Becker was seminarian. New suit filed 9/10. | Milwaukee, WI | Source: Articles and Other Sources; Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 3.1.11; Press Release from Jeff Anderson & Associates 3.1.11; Wall Street Journal 3.1.11; KRSO 3.1.11; SNAP Statement 3.2.11; SNAP Statement 3.2.11 (Clohessy); News Buzz 3.3.11; Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 2.9.12; In Re Archdiocese of Milwaukee 2.24.12 Memorandum Decision; Archdiocese of Milwaukee List of Clergy Offenders 3.3.12; SNAP Wisconsin 5.30.12; Helena Independent Record 5.31.12; SNAP Statement 6.4.12; Link to relevant Dolan Documents Assignments: BA.org Detailed Assignment Record; Archdiocese of Milwaukee Assignment Record |
Becker | Robert Charles | 1965 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Canon lawyer who served on Metropolitan Tribunal for many years. At least 1 claim included in 10/03 settlement. New lawsuit filed 4/06 alleges abuse by Becker and another priest in late 1970s. Several other victims known to Plaintiff's counsel. Suit included in 5/07 $6.65M settlement with 14 people alleging abuse by 12 priests. At least 1 claim included in 8/08 $12.7M settlement involving 11 priests and 16 plaintiffs. At least one claim included in 7/09 settlement re 4 priests. Died 10/89. | Chicago, IL | Source: Chicago Tribune 10.3.03; Chicago Archdiocesan Report 3.20.06 page 1; Chicago Tribune 4.25.06; Chicago Sun-Times 4.25.06; Daily Southtown 5.29.07; Earthtimes 5.29.07; Chicago Sun-Times 11.12.07; Chicago Tribune 8.12.08; WBBM 8.12.08; Chicago Tribune 8.13.08; Chicago Sun Times 8.13.08; Earth Times 7.21.09; Chicago Tribune 7.22.09 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Becker | Ronald | 1973 | P | Settled | Diocese | Becker was arrested 3/07 on charges that he molested a young female family member for 4 years, from ages 5-11 in 1980s. Removed from parish work 1989. The diocese removed Becker's faculties as a priest in 2002 after "credible complaints." 2 prior settlements. Pleaded not guilty in 6/07. Died 1/09 before trial. Diocese paid woman $325K to settle her claim 11/09. Paid 5 men $1M as settlement in 6/11 (announced 8/11). | Trenton, NJ | Source: Trenton Times 10.31.05; Home News Tribune 3.28.07; Star-Ledger 3.28.07; Cranbury Press 3.28.07; Ashbury Park Press 3.29.07; Sentinel 4.05.07; Cranbury Press 6.22.07; Sentinel 2.5.09; Star-Ledger 11.23.09; Times of Trenton 11.24.09; Times of Trenton 12.7.09; Times of Trenton 12.21.09; Philadelphia Inquirer 8.16.11; The Republic (AP) 8.16.11; ABC 30 8.17.11 Assignments: Courier Post 8.17.11 (add'l article); Times of Trenton 8.17.11 (add'l article); New Jersey Newsroom 8.17.11 (add'l article); Sacramento Bee 8.18.11 (add'l article); God Discussion 8.22.11 (add'l article) |
| Bedoya | Hugo | 1956 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Named in massive 10/03 civil suit where 27 victims allege abuse by 24 priests. Suit says Bedoya abused one youth between ages of 9 and 11 at the church, in the rectory, and in other places. Suit also says that he examined the genitals of his altar boysin a group to make sure they were clean. He denied all the allegations. Another man has joined the lawsuit 2/04 alleging abuse by Bedoya during 1970s. | Brooklyn, NY | Source: Newsday 10.02.03; Queens Chronicle 10.09.03 |
Beever | Carlton J. | 1974 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Sued 2004. Accused with another (former) priest of abuse of 1 youth from 1972-1977. Spent 18 months on leave before being cleared by Review Board and reinstated 3/06. | Indianapolis, IN | Source: Indianapolis Star 7.27.04; Associated Press 7.27.04; Indianapolis Star 3.07.06; South Bend Tribune 3.08.06; Pravda 3.08.06 |
Behan | Hugh | 1964 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Native of Ireland. Accused in 1993 of abuse of 13 yr old girl in 1983. Also claim of sexual misconduct with 18 yr old woman. Allowed to continue working until 1999 when different Bishop placed him on leave. In 2002 he was working for Disney World in Florida as a greeter. Parishioners from MO saw him and reported to Diocese. Disney World fired him immediately but he claims he quit for health reasons. | Jefferson City, MO | Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch 6.21.02; Orlando Sentinel 6.21.02; Irish Independent 2.1.09 |
Behan | James J. | 1973 | P | Convicted | Oblates St. Francis de Sales | Placed on leave 4/02 by Raleigh Bishop after "credible allegation" that he abused youth 25 years before. It was a long-term relationship which began when plaintiff was 14 and Behan was teacher at Northeast Catholic High School in Philadelphia. He laterworked in Raleigh. Behan admitted the abuse and was convicted in 2005. Sentenced to 12 yrs probation 12/05. Only priest indicted by the Philly Grand Jury. On MD sex offender registry 7/10. | Philadelphia, PA | Source: Associated Press 4.17.02; News & Observer 4.18.02; News & Observer 4.19.02; Philadelphia Inquirer 6.14.02; Philadelphia Inquirer 4.1.04; News & Observer 4.17.04; KYW TV 6.8.04; Philadelphia Inquirer 6.9.04; Philadelphia Inquirer 8.10.04; Philadelphia Inquirer 2.6.05; Philadelphia Inquirer 2.9.05; Philadelphia Inquirer 10.29.05; Philadelphia Inquirer 12.10.05; Philadelphia Daily News 12.22.05; Philadelphia Inquirer 3.16.11 |
Behnke | Thomas | 1948 | P | Sued | Discalced Carmelite Friars | Suit filed in 10/02 by Dallas-area man who alleged Behnke abused him at St. Mary of Carmel church. Behnke denied charges. 2003 article reported he was living in Jemez Springs NM at a Servants of the Paraclete facility. Dallas Diocese denied sending him there and the Order wouldn't comment. 5 more plaintiffs joined the suit. Case setted for $4.65M 10/09 just prior to trial. All but $500K of the settlement came from the Order. Also worked in OK. Behnke died 11/08. | Dallas, TX | Source: Dallas Morning News 5.18.03; Albuquerque Journal 2.10.04; Dallas Morning News 5.19.05; Dallas Morning News 7.14.06; Chicago Tribune 11.16.08; Dallas Morning News 10.17.09; Statement by Plaintiffs' Attorney 10.17.09; Dallas Morning News 10.21.09; Latin American Herald Tribune 10.23.09; Houston Chronicle 8.12.10; KFOR 8.13.10; SNAP Statement 8.26.10; SNAP Statement 12.16.10 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Beine (James) | James A. (Mar) | 1967 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Civil suit filed 1994 alleged abuse of 2 boys beginning in 1967. 7 other suits filed. Left priesthood in 1977. 2 claims settled for $110K. Beine was working as school counselor as of 2002. Convicted 2003 on fed. charge of possession of child porn (later overturned). Also convicted 2003 of exposing himself to 3 students. Sentenced to 12 yrs but sentence overturned by Court. Laicized 2005. MO permanently revoked teaching license as of 10/07. Reportedly living in Las Vegas 8/07. | St. Louis, MO | Source: St. Louis Post Dispatch 6.10.94; St. Louis Post Dispatch 6.11.94; St. Louis Post Dispatch 10.25.95; St. Louis Post Dispatch 4.12.03; St. Louis Post Dispatch 4.27.05; St. Louis Post Dispatch 5.19.05; St. Louis Post Dispatch 6.2.05; St. Louis Post Dispatch 6.27.05; St. Louis Post Dispatch 8.28.05; St. Louis Post Dispatch 5.31.06; KLAS (Las Vegas) 5.31.06; Belleville News Democrat 1.8.07; Orthodox Reform 9.2.07; News-Leader 10.13.07; SNAP Statement 12.3.12 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Belen | Germain | 1950 | P | Sued | Franciscan | Per 2003 lawsuit, woman says Belen molested and raped her several times in 1970s when she was 5-10 yrs old. Abuse occurred in Terre Haute in 1970s. Belen retired in 2001 after stroke He claimed too much time had passed and matter should be handledby church rather than state. Suit is still active as of Feb., 2007. Belen died in 2004. | Indianapolis, IN | Source: Indianapolis Star 7.29.03; Indianapolis Star 7.31.03; WISH 8.15.06; Indianapolis Star 8.15.06; Tribune-Star 2.16.07; Journal Gazette (AP) 2.18.07 |
Beltran | Gerardo | 1982 | P | Charged | Diocesan | Warrant issued 1992 re abuse in 1991 of young girls. Fled to Mexico before the warrant could be served and was active priest there. Reports in 2007 that Mexican villagers wanted him removed because rumors about him and teenage girls for many years. Never able to meet with Bishop. Another US victim (a male) came forward in 2/07. Suit filed 3/07. Diocese sued victim 8/07. Arrested in Mexico 3/08 but released 8/08 before extradition. Another victim came forward 4/08. Laicization announced 2008. | Sacramento, CA | Source: Sacramento Bee 3.20.92; Dallas Morning News 3.16.05; Sacramento Bee 3.18.05; Appeal-Democrat 3.19.05; CBS 13 2.06.07; Sacramento Bee 2.09.07; CBS 13 3.01.07; Sacramento Bee 3.21.07; CBS 13 3.21.07; CBS 13 5.07.07; CBS 13 8.28.07; Sacramento Bee 8.29.07; News 10 3.14.08; Sacramento Bee 3.14.08; California Catholic Daily 3.21.08 Assignments: CBS 13 4.01.08 (add'l article); Sacramento Bee 8.21.08 (add'l article); Sacramento Bee 11.11.10 (add'l article); Decision in Doe v. Bishop The Leagle 11.12.10 (add'l article); Chicago Tribune 3.11.12 (add'l article); California Catholic Daily 8.22.08 |
Bemunuge | Prosper | P | Settled | Diocesan | Accused of engaging in "various sexual acts" during a counseling session in 1988. Out-of-court settlement reached with the female complainant in 1989. Bemunuge was originally from the Kandy diocese in Sri Lanka. He worked in the Indianapolis archdiocese 1984-85 and the New Orleans archdiocese 1985-86, before working in 2 Denver parishes 1986-88. The second Denver assignment, where the abuse is alleged, is not indexed or listed in the Directory. Name spelled Bemunge in 1985 Directory. | Denver, CO | Source: Rocky Mountain News 4.13.93 | |
| Bench | John F. | 1964 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Originally ordained for Pittsburgh Diocese. Relocated to Charleston Diocese in 1980. Resigned from Holy Cross Parish in Pickens at request of Bishop in 12/93 after accusations that he had molested one child (later revealed to be a girl). In 2000 he asked to be reinstated and transferred to FL. Child's parents were consulted and strenously objected. Bishop then denied request. Died 6/6/09 in FL. | Charleston, SC | Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution 12.30.93; Post and Courier 4.28.02; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 6.11.09 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Bender | Claude J. | 1955 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Boy claimed he was abused by Bender during 1970s. Settled claim for $25,000 in 1993. Bender was on sick leave per 1990 Catholc Directory and died 10/19/91. Diocese said it did not know about Bender's behavior until after his death. | Camden, NJ | Source: Philadelphia Inquirer 10.16.05; Civil Suit: Atlantic Cty, NJ; # ATL-L-004059 |
| Bender | Joseph J. | 1957 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Accused of abuse in an anonymous letter in 8/91. Actions to have occurred prior to 1971. Sent for evaluation. Removed 7/92. Died 2000. Named in 3 civil suits filed in 2003. At least one plaintiff was a member of St. Joe's Little Singers, a children'schoir founded by Bender. In 5/04 Diocese paid $3.71M to settle claims by 21 people alleging abuse by 11 priests, including Bender. | Altoona-Johnstown, PA | Source: Tribune-Democrat 2.7.03; Daily Herald 3.10.03; Tribune Democrat 3.11.03; Associated Press 8.12.03; Centre Daily Times 8.13.03; National Catholic Reporter 8.29.03; Associated Press 11.19.03 |
Bender | Thomas J. | 1961 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Convicted 1988. Abuse of boy. 7 years probation. New accusations 2006 where he was arrested on charges of online solicitation of detective posing as 14 yr old boy. Bender pleaded guilty 7/06 but asked in 8/06 to withdraw his guilty plea based on a recent appellate decision. Pleaded guilty to federal charges 2/07. Sentenced to 10 yrs prison 5/08. Laicized in May, 2005. | Allentown, PA | Source: San Jose Mercury News 12.31.87 (Major Accounts); The Morning Call 3.22.06; Newsday 3.22.06; The Morning Call 3.29.06; Northender 7.14.06; 1010 Wins 7.17.06; The Morning Call 7.19.06; North Country Gazette 8.23.06; WNBC 8.24.06; am New York 2.28.07; NEPA News (AP) 3.1.07; Times Leader 4.18.08; WNBC 4.22.08; WBNC 5.15.08; Philly.com (AP) 5.21.08 Assignments: Newsday 5.22.08 (add'l article); SNAP Statement 12.30.08 (add'l article) |
Bendillo | Nicholas Paul | B | Convicted | Brothers of Sacred Heart | Known as "Br. Vic." Taught at McGill-Toolen High School in Mobile from 1959-1998. Verbal complaint received in 1998 and he was placed on leave. Received treatment. Arrested 4/03. Tried & sentenced in 2004 to 5 yrs prison. Multiple plaintiffs with allegations going back to 1963. Civil suit filed 2003 by 2 men and settled in 2004. 2 more suits filed 5/04. Released from prison hospital 7/04/07 at age 78 and sent to Missouri for treatment. On AL & MO sex offender registries. | Mobile, AL | Source: Mobile Register 4.6.03; Mobile Register 4.13.03; Mobile Register 4.25.03; Mobile Register 4.27.03; Mobile Register 5.1.03; Associated Press 5.12.03; Mobile Register 10.2.03; Mobile Register 2.17.04; Associated Press 4.9.04; Mobile District Attorney Release 5.04; Associated Press 5.5.04; Associated Press 5.27.04; Associated Press 4.6.05; My Fox Gulf Coast 7.27.07; My Fox Gulf Coast 8.9.07 Assignments: Press Register 8.10.07 (add'l article) | |
| Bendixen | Arthur | 1976 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Chancellor of Diocese of Orlando from 1984-91 and Rector of Seminary 1991-1993. Seen nude in bed w/ nude boy by priest 1978. Former priest and a church activist claim they asked for investigations in 1986 and 1992 but nothing done. Sued 1994. Accused ofabuse of several boys. Several settlements in 1995. Since 2009, Bendixen has been vice president for programs and partnerships for the AIDS Foundation of Chicago. | Orlando, FL | Source: Orlando Sentinel 2.15.95; Orlando Sentinel 9.17.95; Palm Beach Post 4.3.02; Chicago Sun-Times 4.4.02; Lakeland Ledger 4.8.02; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; 683 So.2d 614 |
Benham | Francis A. | 1963 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | First complaint made in 1979; sent for treatment. Pleaded guilty in 2005 to molesting 15-year-old boy and sodomizing a 13-year-old girl in the late 1970s. Sentenced to 2 concurrent 10 yr sentences but suspened all but 18 months. Released from prison 1/06, followed by 3 yrs probation. Placed on sex offender registry. Previously worked in Columbus OH and in IL. In IL he was a certified child care provider with Human Services. Cited 10/12 in IL for practicing clinical psychology without a license. | Washington, DC | Source: Washington Post 7.3.04; Columbus Dispatch 8.20.04; Washington Times 3.5.05; Gazette.net 3.7.05; The Courier 3.7.05; Columbus Dispatch 1.13.06; State Journal-Register 1.21.06; Washington Times 1.22.06; The Courier 1.22.06; The Courier 1.23.06; Washington Post 12.2.10; Lincoln Courier 10.22.12; SNAP Statement 10.22.12; State Journal-Register 10.22.12; Pantagraph 10.24.12 |
Benham | Michael C. | 1976 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Complaint received by Archdiocese in fall, 2003. Removed from duties 01/04 after "substantiated" allegation that he sexually abused a minor multiple times in Racine from 1976-1980, starting when the youth was 9. DA's office says statute of limitationsexpired so could not prosecute. Archdiocese says Benham admitted abusing the youth. Laicized per Archdiocesan list updated 11/26/07. Died 2/29/12. | Milwaukee, WI | Source: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 2.1.04; Archdiocese of Milwaukee Press Release 2.2.04; Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 2.6.04; Journal Times 3.3.04; Archdiocese of Milwaukee List 7.9.04; Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 7.10.04; Archdiocese of Milwaukee List updated as of 11.26.07; Milwaukee List updated after 11/26/07; Haase-Lockwood & Associates Funeral Homes Obiturary 3.3.12; Archdiocese of Milwaukee List of Clergy Offenders 3.3.12 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record; Archdiocese of Milwaukee Assignment Record |
| Benish | Robert | B | Accused | Jesuit | Took vows as Jesuit brother in 1943. Came to Alaska in 1946 and left in 1989. Died in Spokane 4/91. Two or more pending claims against Benish shown in bankruptcy reorganization documents for Fairbanks Diocese 1/25/10. | Fairbanks, AK | Source: Seattle Times 4.26.91; Excerpt from Bankruptcy Reorganization Documents for Fairbanks Diocese 1.25.10, p. 1 | |
Benjamin | Harry S. | 1968 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Removed from duties in 1989 after accusations he abused a 14 yr old boy during overnight pizza and beer parties at the rectory and on trip to Europe. Admitted the abuse in 11/89 resignation letter. Name not released until 5/02. Criminal charges filed in 2002; sentenced after 2003 plea agreement to 1 yr prison. Laicized in 1992 but continued to say mass without permission thru 2005. On VA Sex Offender Registry as of 7/10. | Detroit, MI | Source: Detroit Free Press 5.7.02; Detroit Free Press 6.10.02; AP 8.27.02; Detroit Free Press 8.29.02; Detroit Free Press 9.12.02; Detroit Free Press 11.1.02; USA Today 11.11.02; Detroit News 1.29.03; Detroit News (AP) 3.4.03; Detroit Free Press 8.9.05 |
Bennett | Andre | B | Accused | Benedictine | At least two students at St. John's Abbey accused Bennett, who ran the infirmary, of abusing them. Abbey officials say that Bennett had problems with alcohol and was later treated for abuse of prescription drugs. Lived at Abbey under restriction until his death 1/15/07. The victims may have settled as part of massive settlement announced 10/02 regarding approx. 11 St. John's Abbey priests and Monks. Another settlement 3/11. | St. Cloud, MN | Source: Associated Press 6.7.02; Star Tribune 9.29.02; St. Cloud Times 10.2.02; St. Cloud Times 10.2.02; St. Cloud Times 7.6.03; St. John's Abbey Website 1.07; Star Tribune 3.30.11; St. Cloud Times 4.1.11 | |
Bennett | Joseph R. | 1966 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Archdiocese received allegations by 11/12/02 that Bennett had sexually abused 3 boys in 1976-78. Oral sex was alleged. Despite polygraph confirmation, Review Board found 'no reasonable cause to suspect'. Alleged on 12/3/03 to have abused 2 girls in 1967-69, including rape. Board recommended removal on 10/15/05; Cardinal George kept Bennett in ministry until McCormack case broke. Removed 1/31/06; then at least 10 other allegations were received. Settlement 8/12/08 released some documents. | Chicago, IL | Source: Chicago Sun-Times 2.1.06; Chicago Sun-Times 2.2.06; Chicago Tribune 2.2.06; Chicago Tribune 8.12.08; WBBM 8.12.08; The Times (AP) 8.13.08; Beacon News 8.13.08; Chicago Tribune 8.13.08; ABC 7 8.13.08; Chicago Sun-Times 8.13.08; Jeff Anderson & Assoc. News Release 8.14.08; Cardinal George Deposition 1.30.08; Table of Allegations; Documents Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Bennett | Richard L. | 1972 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Diocese learned of abuse allegation in 2004. Bennett said to have abused youth once in 1976 after learning of abuse by another priest. Review board said allegation unfounded. Bennett still active as of 4/06 but under supervision. Civil suit filed by plaintiff in 5/06 but dismissed by the Court in Oct. 2006. All supervision of Bennett was removed in May, 2007. | Joliet, IL | Source: NBC5.com 4.27.06; Herald News 4.28.06; Chicago Tribune 4.28.06; Chicago Sun-Times 5.03.06; Naperville Sun 6.05.07; Chicago Tribune 6.06.07; Catholic Explorer 6.14.07 Assignments: Herald News 4.28.06 |
Benson | Gustavo | 1972 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Arrested in San Bernardino for abuse of 2 boys. Pleaded no contest 1/87 re 1 and given 3 yrs probation and treatment in New Mexico. 6/02 article says he moved to Mexico and was assigned to a diocese there. Calif. Bishop told Tijuana Bishop of Benson's history and that he should never have access to adolescents.Two filed civil suit 12/03. Listed on 3/07 list released by San Diego Diocese. Personnel file released 10/10. He is currently working for church in Ensenada, Mexico. | San Bernardino, CA | Source: LA Times 5.6.87; San Bernardino Sun 4.29.02; San Bernardino Sun 5.8.02; Press Enterprise 5.10.02; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; Press Enterprise 1.1.04; Press Enterprise 1.14.04; Press Enterprise 11.10.05; Lompoc Record 3.30.07; Union Tribune 3.31.07; Canadian Press 10.25.10; SNAP Statement 10.25.10; 10 News 10.25.10; San Diego 6 10.25.10; Documents released by San Diego Diocese 10.25.10 Assignments: KBPS 10.26.10; Desert Dispatch 10.29.10 (add'l article); Diocese of San Diego List 3.30.07 |
Bentley | David G. | 1975 | P | Settled | Diocesan | In 1994 one man rec'd $150K settlement for abuse in the 1970s at the Albany Home for Children. In 1997, his brother received $70K settlement and 3rd brother rec'd unspecified amount. Allegations from others. Bentley continued to serve in Africa, OH and NM. Finally placed on leave 4/02. 1994 Plaintiff rec'd another $225K in 2002. A civil suit was filed in 2002 and later dismissed by Court. Civil suit also filed in Boston 5/05. | Albany, NY | Source: Albany Times Union 2.14.98; Albany Times Union 4.30.02; Albany Times Union 6.5.02; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; Albany Times Union 6.27.02; Albany Times Union 6.29.02; Albany Times Union 8.16.02; Albany Times Union 10.30.02; NY Times 1.19.03; Albany Times Union 1.20.03; Albany Times Union 1.21.03; Albany Times Union 2.2.03; Albany Times Union 2.21.03; Albany Times Union 2.23.03; NY Times 2.23.03 Assignments: Albany Times Union 3.5.03 (add'l article); Daily Gazette 4.6.03 (add'l article); Albany Times Union 4.29.03 (add'l article); Albuquerque Journal 12.25.03 (add'l article); Albany Times Union 5.4.05 (add'l article); Boston Globe 5.4.05 (add'l article) |
Berbena | Christopher | 1980 | P | Sued | Franciscan | Accused of abuse in 1980. LA archdiocese counts 1 accuser on list of accused priests posted on their website in 2004. Working in Oakland when he was placed on leave and then returned to duty within 1 month when Archdiocese could not supply info on the accuser. Named in 1 civil suit as one of 10 Franciscan abusers. Settlement announced 8.10.06. Placed on leave again in 2006. Returned to duty 2/08 in former assignment after Archdiocese could not substantiate the accusation. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 4; John Roe 4 vs. Does, Cause No. 1156450, Superior Court of California; Contra Costa Times 3.18.06; Santa Barbara Independent 8.10.06; CBS 5 2.25.08; KTVU 2.25.08; San Jose Mercury News 2.27.08; California Catholic Daily 2.29.08; Trading Markets 3.01.08; San Jose Mercury News 4.01.08; Contra Costa Times 4.01.08; Ernesto C. v. Franciscans, Cause No. 1337577, Santa Barbara Co. Superior Court 10.5.09; Clover v. Franciscans, Cause No. 1338070, Santa Barbara Co. Superior Court 11.3.09 Assignments: LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
Bergin | James J. | 1961 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Accused of abuse of at least two individuals. Died 1992. 1 claim settled for $25K in fall, 1993. Weeks later, plaintiff was dead of heroin overdose. Parents furious that Alan Placa (for diocese) agreed to cash settlement with person who was an active addict. Suffolk County Grand Jury's description of Priest E matches a public allegation against Bergin. Named in 2003 civil suit. | Rockville Centre, NY | Source: Newsday 5.14.02; Newsday 6.03.02; Suffolk County Grand Jury Report 1.17.03; Newsday 4.15.03 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record and Other Info |
Berko | Matthew | 1962 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Berko, a member of Ukrainian Catholic Diocese of St. Josaphat of Parma, was working in Toronto, Canada when he abused a 14 yr old girl. Pleaded guilty 1985 to molestation charge and served a year of probation in Connecticut. Girl and family sued and won judgment (never paid). Berko turned up as pastor of Ukrainian Catholic church in St. Petersburg FL. Removed from these duties in 4/02 when Ukrainian Bishop was informed of his past. Died 5/08. | St. Petersburg, FL | Source: ABC 4.3.02; St. Petersburg Times 4.3.02; St. Petersburg Times 4.4.02; Tampa Tribune 4.4.02; St. Petersburg Times 4.10.02; Tampa Tribune 4.11.02; Canadian Encyclopedia 7.22.02; Mississauga News 5.15.08 |
| Bernabe | Polienato | 1966 | P | Indicted | Diocesan | Ordained by Lingayen-Dugapan archdiocese in the Philippines. Worked in St. Petersburg diocese 1975-89. Accused of repeatedly raping girl there 1978-86, starting when she was 8 years old. Listed as Army chaplain in Ogdensburg NY diocese 1989-91. Listed in Palm Beach FL diocese as parish priest 1992-94. Fled country after allegations became known in 2002. In 1/03 the Diocese of St. Petersburg reached $33,500 out-of-court settlement with the woman. Announcement 4/06 that Bernabe died in 2004. | St. Petersburg, FL | Source: St. Petersburg Times 5.24.02; Tampa Tribune 5.24.02; Tampa Tribune 7.01.02; St. Petersburg Times 7.17.02; USA Today 7.24.02; Tampa Tribune 1.23.03; Letter by Bishop Lynch 12.11.03.; St. Petersburg Times 4.12.06 |
| Bernard | Andre M. | 1973 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Served as Air Force Chaplain from 1975 - 1991. Bernard's name listed on Privilege Log provided by Military Vicariate in Robert Peebles matter in Diocese of Dallas. Listed as "absent on leave" per 1993 and 1995 Official Catholic Directories. | Worcester, MA | Source: Military Vicariate Privilege Log from Doe v. Peebles, Dallas, TX |
| Bernard | John P. | 1962 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Accused of abuse of one youth for 5 years, beginning 1972. 1994 RICO lawsuit settled in 2003. 2 other claims settled for $50,000 in 1993. Left parish ministry in 1977 to be military chaplain. Retired in 1992 and permanently removed from ministry. | Camden, NJ | Source: Courier Post 4.14.02; Courier Post 7.20.02; Philadelphia Inquirer 7.21.02; Star-Ledger 3.14.03; Philadelphia Inquirer 10.16.05 |
| Berning | John B. | 1934 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Several suits filed in 2003 by at least 7 plaintiffs. Berning admitted in 2002 letters to abuse of one youth. May also have admitted abuse of others. One accuser said he told an archdiocesan employee in 1963 but nothing done. He retired in 1970 and moved to Florida. Privileges removed in 2003. Died at age 97 in 2004. | Cincinnati, OH | Source: Cincinnati Enquirer 8.29.03; Dayton Daily News 9.23.03; Dayton Daily News 9.18.03; Cincinnati Enquirer 10.8.03; WCPO 10.18.03; Dayton Daily News 3.12.04; St. Petersburg Times 11,20,04; Beacon Journal (AP) 6.29.05 |
Berthiaume | Gary D. | 1968 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Removed from duty. Convicted of abuse of 2 in 1978 in Detroit. Served 6 months in jail then transferred to Cleveland diocese where he offended again and then moved in 1987 to Joliet Diocese. Detroit victim filed civil suit 1983. Another suit filed in 1999 which alleged abuse in 1980s. Living in Illinois retreat house as of 2002. Laicization announced 11/07. | Detroit, MI | Source: Associated Press 9.3.77; Associated Press 9.22.77; Detroit News 5.24.94; United Press International 5.25.94; Plain Dealer 2.16.02; Detroit Free Press 3.2.02; Plain Dealer 3.10.02; Akron Beacon Journal 4.9.02; Plain Dealer 4.9.02; Herald News 5.5.02; Chicago Tribune 5.16.02; Archdiocese of Detroit Status Report 11.02; USA Today 11.11.02; Chicago Tribune 2.4.06; Daily Southtown 2.23.06 (Imesch deposition excerpt) Assignments: The Herald News 4.11.06 (add'l article); The Times 4.12.06 (add'l article); Herald News 5.17.06 (add'l article); News Journal (AP) 12.1.07 (add'l article); Plain Dealer 12.4.07 (add'l article); Chicago Tribune 3.21.13 (add'l article) |
| Berthiaume | George A. | 1945 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Berthiaume (now deceased) was accused of abuse by one man, who also alleged abuse by other priests and two bishops in Springfield and Worcester dioceses. Complainant reportedly passed two polygraph tests. Worcester diocese investigated "several years ago" and deemed claims not credible. Springfield diocese stated that nothing in its files corroborates the allegations. Plaintiff currently in a Texas prison for an unrelated murder. Berthiaume died 12/3/85. | Springfield, MA | Source: Complaint in Burnett v. Roman Catholic Bishop of Springfield, et al, C. A. No. 05-0331, 3.29.05; (Springfield MA) Republican 3.31.05; Telegram & Gazette 3.31.05; Catholic Observer 3.31.05; Telegram & Gazette (AP) 3.31.05 |
Berthold | George C. | 1963 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Sued 2000. Lawsuit accused him of sexual assault and battery in 1976. Archdiocese said it learned of allegations in 1999. While dean af St. John's undergraduate college in Brighton in 1995, he was accused of improper advances towards a freshman seminarian. Cardinal Law dismissed him but then allowed him to teach in NC in 1997. Archdiocese finally withdrew permission and he was fired. Personnel file released 12/02. Still on administrative leave 8/11; canonical proceedings are still in process. | Boston, MA | Source: Documents Released by Boston Archdiocese: Memo 8.6.96; Boston Globe 1.28.02; Boston Globe 5.15.02; Tulsa World 5.16.02; Charlotte Observer 5.16.02; Charlotte Observer 5.16.02; Boston Globe 5.16.02; Charlotte Observer 5.17.02; Charlotte Observer 5.18.02; Boston Globe 5.18.02; Charlotte Observer 6.14.02; Boston Globe 12.10.02; Boston Herald 12.10.02; Boston Globe 3.5.03; National Catholic Register 8.25.11 Assignments: Salem News 8.26.11 (add'l article); Boston Archdiocesan Assignment Record |
Bertke | Marlene | N | Sued | Erie Benedictine | Former student nun filed a lawsuit 10/02 alleging that she was abused in 1959 in her first year at St. Walburg Convent by Sister Christopher, whose real name is Marlene Bertke. She was 18 at the time. In same suit, woman also alleges that she had been previously abused at Villa Madonna Academy (a girls' school) by another nun and that a third nun also fondled her. Still active nun in 2008. Lives in Erie PA area. | Covington, KY | Source: Lexington Herald Leader 10.11.02; Cincinnati Enquirer 9.25.04 | |
Bertolucci | John Patrick | 1965 | P | Sued | Diocesan | 2002 suit says Bertolucci abused a man from 1976 to 1979 when plaintiff was 12. Suit filed after Plaintiff said that priest harassed his parents by phone so that they would retract the claims against the priest. Bishop and Diocese dismissed from suit in7/03; suit against priest dismissed 10/03. Bertolucci admitted sexually abusing teenagers in 1970s but not how many. Active until spring of 2002 and then asked for early retirement. Diocese permanently removed his facilities in 6/02. | Albany, NY | Source: Times Union (NY) 6.29.02; Times Union 7.14.02; Times Union 7.21.02; Times Union 10.10.02; Newsday.com 2.4.03; Times Union 9.24.03; Times Union 10.24.03; Troy Union 7.15.04; Evening Telegram 11.09.04; Times Union 8.16.05; Albany Times Union 3.19.11; Albany Times Union 3.25.11; WNYT 3.26.11; Albany Times Union 8.13.11; WNYT 8.16.11 Assignments: WNYT 11.22.11 (add'l article); BA.org Assignment Record |
Berube | Albert | < 1960 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Berube's name appeared on list of 21 priests accused of abuse which District Attorney released 9/02. List says one alleged victim but provides no other information. Died 6/26/73 at age 80. | Fall River, MA | Source: Boston Globe 9.27.02; Boston Herald 9.27.02; Herald News 9.27.02 |
| Berube | John | P | Sued | M.S. | Four men filed suit spring 2003 alleging that they were abused by Berube over a 6 month period in 1965 when he was assigned to St. Theresa of Avila parish. Parents complained and Berube was transferred shortly thereafter. Settled 4/04 just before trial. Berube was a member of Missionary Fathers of La Sallette (or Missionaries of Our Lady of La Sallette??). Died. | Baton Rouge, LA | Source: The Advocate (LA) 4.13.04; Saturday State Times/Morning Advocate 4.24.04 | |
| Berube | Louis F. | 1947 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused of abuse of girls in 1954, 1961-1962, and 1971. He retired in 1992 and died in 2002. Bishop announced in 2006 that Berube's name would appear on a "list of deceased priests who, based on available information, would likely be removed from theministry if they were alive today." | Portland, ME | Source: Maine AG Document Production 7.8.05 PDF page 8-15; Boston.com (AP) 2.28.06; Portland Press Herald 3.01.06 |
Berumen | Matthias A. | 1986 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Accused of abuse from 1985-1988. LA archdiocese counts 1 accuser claiming abuse in 1990. Also named in civil suit. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 1; LA Times 8.18.02 Assignments: LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
Beutner | Edward F. | 1965 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Placed on leave in 2002 when allegations first surfaced. Accused by 1 man in 11/21/06 civil suit re abuse of 4 boys in late 1960s. Plaintiff says his abuse occurred during an overnight trip to MN so suit filed in that state. Beutner served at Cathedral of Christ the King from 1966 to 1968 and Holy Assumption Church from 1975 to 1978 as well as numerous other churches & Univ. Woman also says she told Diocese 4 yrs ago that Beutner had abused her 10 yrs previously. Retired. | Superior, WI | Source: John Doe 113 Complaint 11.21.06; Profile 2006; West Central Tribune (AP) 11.22.06; Todays TMJ4 11.22.06; Pioneer Press 11.23.06; River Falls Journal 11.24.06; River Falls Journal 11.29.06; Medicine Hat News 4.27.07; Berger's Beat 5.14.10 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Bevan | Thomas R. | 1963 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Removed 8/09 after allegations that he sexually abused a minor boy several times at St. John's school in Frederick between 1974-1979. He denied. Archdiocese learned of allegations 6/09 and notified police. Another allegation made in 2005 dated back to 1974 but review board found "insufficient evidence" and he wasn't removed. 4 allegations found credible 11/09. Perm. removed from active ministry 11/09. Criminal charges filed 2/10. Plea agreement 9/10. 10 yr susp. sentence & 18 mo home detention. | Baltimore, MD | Source: Statement by Archdiocese of Baltimore in Catholic Review 8.23.09; Baltimore Sun 8.23.09; Frederick News Post 8.23.09; Cumberland Times-News 8.23.09; Baltimore Sun 8.24.09; Frederick News Post 8.25.09; Frederick News Post 8.30.09; Cumberland Times-News 11.22.09; Catholic Review 11.23.09; News-Post 11.24.09; Baltimore Sun 11.24.09; Frederick News Post 2.5.10; Cumberland Times News 2.5.10; Frederick News-Post 3.27.10; Washington Post 9.24.10 Assignments: News-Post 9.24.10 (add'l article); Baltimore Sun 9.25.10 (add'l article); News-Post 9.25.10 (add'l article); Catholic Review 9.28.10 (add'l article) |
| Bhaskar Godugunuru | Vijaya "Vijay" | P | Sued | Diocesan | Bhasker, a priest from India, was visiting friends in Florida and assisting a local parish when he was accused of sexual abuse of a 15 yr old girl at Blessed Trinity Church in 6/06. Arrested. Later pled guilty to aggravated assault. Did not serve prison time but was forced to return to his home country of India as part of his plea deal. Civil suit filed 2/08 by girl's parents. He was working as priest in Sarteano, Italy until 4/18/10. | Pensacola-Tallahassee, FL | Source: Statement from Pensacola Diocese 7.09.06; Gainsville Sun (AP) 7.15.06; The Ledger 7.16.06; Tallahassee Democrat 2.11.08; WJHG 2.11.08; Associated Press 4.14.10; Mercury News 4.14.10; nwfDailyNews.com (AP) 4.18.10; SNAP Fact Sheet 6.9.10 | |
Bialkowski | David W. | 1988 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Removed from current assignment at St. John Gualbert parish in Cheektowaga 2/11 after man came forward to allege that Bialkowski had touched his upper thigh and made suggestive statements to him 10 yrs previously when the accuser was a teenager. Diocese first said he was on medical leave and then admitted that it was administrative leave 3/11. Two additional accusers have come forward as of 3/8/11. | Buffalo, NY | Source: Buffalo News 3.3.11; WKBW 3.3.11; WIVB.com 3.3.11; WGRC 3.3.11; WKBW 3.8.11; Buffalo News 3.10.11 |
Bierman | Earl | 1957 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | First complaints received in 1961. May have abused as many as 100 boys. Convicted of abuse of 6 boys in 1993 and received 20-year sentence. Died in prison 2005. Sued in both KY and NM. 1 case in 1995 went to Jury verdict of $700,000 in punitive damagesafter Diocese accused of failing to reveal abuse of other victims. Another suit settled in 2003. | Covington, KY | Source: Cincinnati Enquirer 12.12.92; Cincinnati Enquirer 2.23.93; Cincinnati Enquirer 2.27.93; Courier Journal 4.1.93; Cincinnati Enquirer 5.5.93; United Press International 6.24.93; Times-Picayune 7.3.93; Cincinnati Enquirer 11.10.95; Cincinnati Enquirer 11.18.95; Cincinnati Enquirer 11.22.95; Santa Fe New Mexican 1.11.96; Cincinnati CityBeat 8.15.02; Cincinnati Enquirer 2.28.03; Cincinnati Enquirer 9.20.03; Cincinnati Post 10.13.03 Assignments: Kentucky Post 6.14.05 (add'l article); Lexington Herald-Leader 6.16.05 (add'l article); Cincinnati CityBeat 7.20.05 (add'l article); Cincinnati Enquirer 7.28.06 (add'l article); Lorenz Testimony 3.1.07 (add'l article); BA.Org Assignment Record |
| Biesinger | Robert J. | 1956 | P | Settled | Diocesan | 1995 law suit filed in Chicago alleges Biesinger sexually assaulted and abused a 15 year old girl on trip to Chicago for drill team competition as well as at other times. Biesinger allowed to resign as pastor and later resigned. Suit settled in 1996 when Diocese paid $125,000. A second woman came forward to allege that he had abused her in 1965 when she sought counseling as a "young adult." | Buffalo, NY | Source: Buffalo News 3.04.95; Buffalo News 3.12.95; Buffalo News 7.06.95; Buffalo News 11.17.95; Buffalo News 8.13.96; The Record 8.14.96; Buffalo News 5.10.02 |
Bietighofer | Alfred J. | 1965 | P | Settled | Diocesan | At least 4 men allege in 2002 that Bietighofer abused them in late 1970s and early 1980s at Blessed Sacrament Parish. Sent to St. Luke's for treatment 5/02 but hung himself in room. Served in Peru in 1974 and 1986. A diocesan official knew of a complaint against Bietighofer in 1996. Claims against Bietighofer settled by Diocese as part of massive settlement in 10/03 where. Diocese paid $21M to 40 people who claim that they were abused by 16 priests. Another accusation rec'd 12/09. | Bridgeport, CT | Source: Hartford Courant 4.30.02; Washington Post 5.17.02; Hartford Courant 5.17.02; Associated Press 5.20.02; Cleveland Plain Dealer 5.25.02; Hartford Courant 6.23.02; Connecticut Post 11.13.02; Connecticut Post 10.16.03; Associated Press 10.17.03; Connecticut Post 12.1.09; Hartford Courant 12.1.09; Connecticut Post 12.3.09; WTNH 12.3.09 Assignments: Assignment Record Compiled by Law Firm |
| Bigelin | Charles | 1915 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Died in 1962. He was accused of abuse in 2002 per documents released by the Maine Atty General office 5/05. Man reported to Archdiocese and Atty Gen. in 2002 that Bigelin had attempted to molest him at age 13 (in approx. 1953) at St. Mary's Parish in Old Town. | Portland, ME | Source: Maine AG Document Production 5.27.05 |
Biggers | Clarence | 1950 | P | Accused | Marist | In 2002 several women accused Biggers of molesting them in Marietta GA in early 1960s. He was transferred to another diocese outside Georgia in 1964 (possibly Louisiana) where he abused again. [This victim complained to the Order in 2000]. He was transferred back to Atlanta in 1967. In 1969 he began living in monastery. In 2003 10 women settled for $25,000 each. Personnel file had letter from early 1960s where parents of some of the women had complained to the Order. | Atlanta, GA | Source: Monastery of the Holy Spirit Newsletter 3.08.02; Atlanta Journal Constitution 4.02.02; WXIA TV (Atlanta) 4.25.02; Atlanta Journal Constitution 6.12.02; Atlanta Journal Constitution 10.25.03 |
Bik | Michael | P | Accused | Benedictine | Allegations against Bik were made in 1997 and include "inappropriate sexual conduct with two teen-agers in the 1970s" before he joined the abbey and before his ordination. Even after allegations known, he continued to teach at St. John's prep school until 2002. Name only made public 7.29.06. He currently resides at St. John Abbey and works under restrictions. | St. Cloud, MN | Source: St. Cloud Times 07.29.06; Star Tribune 8.2.06; St. Cloud Times 8.6.06; St. Cloud Times 8.10.06; St. Cloud Times 8.19.06; St. Cloud Times 8.24.06; Pioneer Press 9.1.06; KSTP 9.4.06; The Record (Minnesota) 9.7.06; St. Paul Pioneer Press 9.8.06; St. Cloud Times 9.10.06; Star Tribune 9.15.06; Star Tribune 3.30.11; St. Cloud Times 4.1.11 | |
Billante | Salvatore ""Br. Sal"" | B | Convicted | Salesian | Abused as many as 25 youths between 1969-1989. Pleaded guilty to abuse of 1--sentenced to 8 yrs prison in 1989. Released 1994. Registered sex offender. Left the order. Arrested again in 2002 for abuse of 1 but charges dropped after Calif Supreme Courtdecision. Named in 2003 civil suit. | San Francisco, CA | Source: San Francisco Chronicle 11.9.89; San Jose Mercury News 4.25.94; San Jose Mercury News 9.20.02; SF Chronicle 9.20.02; San Jose Mercury News 6.27.03; Times 7.2.03; San Francisco Chronicle 9.22.05; SF Weekly 1.5.06; Contra Costa Times 7.8.06; West County Times 7.11.06; City of Angels 3.19.08; City of Angels 3.25.08; San Jose Mercury News 4.1.08; Contra Costa Times 4.1.08 | |
Biller | Harold N. | 1970 | P | Sued | Diocesan | As of 3/04 Biller and 14 other priests had been named in a series of 13 lawsuits as priests having a "sexual interest in children" and being known to the diocese for that tendency. Unable to identify specific allegations against Biller. Still active aspastor of St. Patrick School per diocese website 1/09. | Altoona-Johnstown, PA | Source: Tribune-Democrat 3.28.04 |
| Biondo | Gael N. | N | Settled | Adrian Dominican Sisters | As a nun, Biondo was known as Sr. Mary Gael. In 1996 Archdiocese and Order settled 1 civil suit filed in 1995 in which woman alleged she was abused by Biondo as a student in a Catholic high school in 1960s - 1972 (abuse continued into the woman's college years). Biando eventually left the Order and married. She denied all accusations. | Detroit, MI | Source: Detroit Free Press 6.22.95; Boston Globe 6.22.95; Times of Acadiana 8.7.02; Gambit Weekly 8.13.02 | |
Birmingham | Joseph E. | 1960 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Accused of abusing more than 50 boys and 1 girl, beginning in seminary. Archdiocese first learned of abuse in 1964 when he admitted abusing 2 boys. After transfer he reoffended and was transferred again. Sent for treatment in 1987 after he admitted abusing a boy same year. Died 4/19/1989. Paul Cultrera located other victims in 1995 and filed suit. Claim settled 1996 for $50K. Hogan complaint filed 2002 by 53 victims; settled 2003. Another lawsuit naming Birmingham & 2 others was settled for $475K 12/08. | Boston, MA | Source: Boston Globe 3.24.02; Concord Monitor (NH) 12.18.02; Boston Herald 1.10.03; Union Leader 1.11.03; Boston Globe 1.14.03; Union Leader 1.24.03; Statement by Paul Cultrera 1.28.03; Lowell Sun 3.11.03; Boston Globe 11.15.04; Lowell Sun 5.29.06; Telegram & Gazette 11.10.06; Toledo Blade 1.13.07; Cherry Hill Courier-Post 1.13.07; Boston Herald 4.18.08; Boston Globe 4.19.08 Assignments: Patriot Ledger 1.17.09 (add'l article); Salem News 3.24.12 (add'l article); Archdiocesan Assignment Record; Detailed BA.org Timeline; Personnel File |
Bismonte | Honesto Bayranta | 1954 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Accused of abuse between 1997-2001 while at St. Joseph Church in Pomona. Convicted 2003. Battery (misdemeanor) of two sisters, age 12 & 8 when abuse occurred. Received 2 yrs probation. Remains on inactive status as of 2006. Not a registered sex offenderas of 2010. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: Press Enterprise 4.24.02; LA Times 4.24.02; LA Times 4.25.02; San Bernardino Sun 4.29.02; San Bernardino Sun 4.29.02; Press Enterprise 5.22,02; LA Times 8.18.02; LA Archdiocese Report Errata Notice # 1; USA Today 11.11.02; Press Enterprise 9.6.03; Inland Valley Daily Bulletin 9.6.03 Assignments: LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
Bissonette (Bissonnette) | Bernard W. | 1958 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Worked in CT, MI MN, and NM. Accused of abuse of numerous youths just about everywhere he served. One alleged victim committed suicide. Named in 1997 civil suit. Another victim filed civil suit 2002 and in 7/06, CT Supreme Court ruled that the suit was timely filed and sent it back down to lower court to be tried. Laicized 5/20/05 but not announced until 3/06. Cited in 11/08 RICO suit. Died 1/09. | Norwich, CT | Source: Rocky Mountain News 4.13.93; Santa Fe New Mexican 12.29.98; Santa Fe New Mexican 2.18.99; Telegram & Gazette 3.17.02; NY Times 3.24.02; Telegram & Gazette 4.20.02; Associated Press 5.24.02; Telegram & Gazette 9.01.02; Telegram & Gazette 3.07.06; Norwich Bulletin 3.08.06; The Advocate 7.17.06; Hartford Courant 7.18.06; Hartford Courant 7.24.06; The Day 5.13.07; Hartford Courant 12.31.08 Assignments: New Mexico State Council Newsletter 2.09 (add'l article); The Slate 7.22.11 (add'l article); The Bulletin 8.6.11 (add'l article) |
Bistricky | Frederick J. | 1965 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Man alleged he was abused for approx. 3 years by Bistricky. Archdiocese notified and Bistricky retired on disability 1995. Archdiocese told man then that Bistricky would have no contact with children. In 2002 man learned that Bistricky was helping outat weekend masses and complained to Sklba. Sklba immediately restricted Bistricky from active ministry. In 2003 review board found allegations credible. Died 12/17/06. One settlement for $75K is known. | Milwaukee, WI | Source: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 10.23.02; Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 7.03.03; Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 3.01.04; Archdiocese of Milwaukee List 7.09.04; Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 7.10.04; Archdiocese of Milwaukee List updated 11.26.07; Archdiocese of Milwaukee List updated after 11/26/07; TMJ4 1.6.11; Archdiocese of Milwaukee List of Clergy Offenders 3.3.12 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record; Archdiocese of Milwaukee Assignment Record |
Bjorklund | Brian | 1966 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Bjorklund, a Navy Chaplain, was removed from active duty in 2003 after allegations he abused one individual in the early years of his career as priest. Man came forward in 2003. No criminal charges. Review board found charge to be substantive. Reinstated as active priest in 2/04 after Vatican ruled that, per canon law in place in 1975-1976, the alleged action "did not constitute the crime of sexual abuse of a minor under the age of 16." Navy did not take him back. Died 9/25/07. | Detroit, MI | Source: Detroit Free Press (online) 7.04.03; TheBostonChannel.com 10.10.03; Archdiocese of Detroit Press Release 4.21.04; Fresno Bee 9.01.04; Detroit Free Press 6.02.05; Honolulu Star Bulletin 10.26.07; FindAGrave.com n.d. |
Blackwell | Maurice J. | 1974 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Placed on leave in 1993 after complaints of abuse of 1 between 1989-1992. Sent for treatment and reinstated. In 1998 he was permanently placed on leave after admitting to a sexual relationship with another minor which ended in 1970s. 1993 accuser shot and injured him in 2002 but abuse acknowledged by Archbishop. Found guilty during 2/05 criminal trial but motion for new trial granted. Trial never held. Laicization announced in Dec. 2004. | Baltimore, MD | Source: Washington Times 12.5.93; Baltimore Sun 10.21.98; Baltimore Sun 5.15.02; Washington Post 5.15.02; Washington Post 5.17.02; Baltimore Sun 5.19.02; Washington Post 5.21.02; Baltimore Sun 5.22.02; Baltimore Sun 5.24.02; Baltimore Sun 8.9.02; Archdiocese of Baltimore 9.25.02; Baltimore Sun 12.17.02; Baltimore Sun 12.18.02; Baltimore Sun 5.8.03; Baltimore Sun 12.23.04 Assignments: Baltimore Sun 1.4.05 (add'l article); WBAL 2.9.05 (add'l article); Baltimore Sun 2.14.05 (add'l article); Baltimore Sun 2.18.05 (add'l article); Washington Post 2.18.05 (add'l article); Baltimore Sun 7.2.05 (add'l article) |
Blackwell | William | 1957 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Blackwell, who died in 1990, is accused in 2/04 civil suit of sexually abusing one man at St. Mary School in late 1950s. Suit alleges abuse occurred at the school and on trips to home of Blackwell's parents in Indianapolis. 2nd civil suit filed 8/05 alleged that Blackwell abused another youth between 1956 and 1961 at St. Mary's in sacristy and the rectory and in other places. | Indianapolis, IN | Source: Indianapolis Star 2.06.04; Indianapolis Star 2.07.04; Palladium-Item 2.10.04; Indianapolis Star 8.11.04 |
Blanchard | Albert J. "Al" | 1966 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Woman told diocese in 1993 that she sought counseling from Blanchard in 1971 at age 15. He was 30; there was a four-year "relationship" with her. He left priesthood in 1977, was laicized 6/80 & married. In 1993 the woman, the diocese and Blanchard settled after review board found allegations credible. In 2009 she learned he was working as volunteer "social worker/ spiritual care coordinator" for diocese resource group & complained. It took diocese a year to finally remove him. | Springfield, MA | Source: Boston Globe 6.6.10; WWLP 6.7.10; iobserve 6.9.10; The Republican 6.10.10; WWLP 6.15.10; CBS 3 6.15.10; Catholic Culture 6.15.10; Springfield Diocese List of Priests with Credible Allegations 8.30.11 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Blanco | Mario | P | Settled | Salesian | Originally from Costa Rico. In 2002 lawsuit 9 men allege that Blanco abused them when they were teens. May have been ordered out of the Diocese in 1973 after an investigation into allegations of sexual abuse. At least 1 settlement in 1991. By Jan 2004 at least 17 men had accused him of abuse. Civil trial set for 7/05 but 16 cases settled just prior to trial. | Sacramento, CA | Source: Sacramento Bee 6.12.02; Sacramento Bee 4.25.03; News Tribune 5.06.03; Sacramento Bee 12.20.03; Catholic Herald 1.10.04; News Tribune 6.28.05; New Tribune 7.01.05; City of Angels 3.19.08; California Catholic Daily 8.22.08 | |
| Bland | Felix | B | Convicted | FSC - Brothers of the Christian Schools | Pleaded guilty in 1995 to sodomizing an 11 yr old boy in 1988. Assault occurred at LaSalle Institute in Wildwood. Police knew of assault prior to 1995 but Bland was serving as missionary in Africa. Upon his return, his victim wore a wire and he was arrested. Sentenced to 15 yrs prison with all but 1 yr suspended. The year was spent in work release program so he only spent nights in jail. One man filed suit alleging abuse of 5 of his sons; suit settled on eve of trial in 1997. | St. Louis, MO | Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch 4.25.95; St. Louis Post-Dispatch 4.29.95; St. Louis Post-Dispatch 3.10.02; St. Louis Beacon 5.15.08 | |
Blankenship | John P. | 1963 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Admitted in 1988 that he sexually abused a 14 yr old male in 1982. He apologized to the victim and paid for his college education and counseling. Worked at the Petersburg Fed. Correctional Center as chaplain for many years. 1989 note says that the Catholic chaplain regional superintendent for prisons knew of history. Forced to retire 8/02 after victim came forward. Criminally indicted; pled guilty to sodomy 1/03 and sentenced to indefinite supervised probation. On Sex Offender Registry. | Richmond, VA | Source: Virginia Pilot 8.10.02; Richmond Times Dispatch 8.10.02; Daily Press 8.10.02; Associated Press 8.20.02; Richmond Times Dispatch 8.21.02; Daily Press 8.21.02; Associated Press 8.31.02; Associated Press 1.31.03; Richmond Times Dispatch 2.1.03; WAVY 5.17.03; Richmond Times Dispatch 2.28.04 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Blanpied | Robert D. | 1948 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Blanpied & Diocese sued in 1995 by a man who said Blanpied abused him from age 10-15 yrs. Suit dismissed on SOL and dismissal upheld by the state Court of Appeals in 1997. Blanpied admitted in 1994 meeting w/ man and his family that he improperly touched the man 30 years before. Worked in Wichita Diocese from 1948 until 1969. Worked in Pueblo 1969-1994. Removed 1994 but later reassigned since he received honors in 1998 upon retirement after 50 yrs as a priest. Died 10/03. | Wichita, KS | Source: Wichita Eagle 7.24.95; Wichita Eagle 7.26.95; Wichita Eagle (AP) 7.4.97; Durango Herald 4.6.02; Durango Herald 10.03; Lawrence Journal-World 6.23.10 |
| Blaszczynski | R. Henry | 1941 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Accused in 1993 civil suit of abuse of girl in 1950s or 1960s. Settled suit for $176,000. Named in the RICO pleading filed 1994 in New Jersey. Died 10/31/86 per 2011 New Jersey Provincial Directory. Same source refers to him as R. Henry rather thanHenry S. Blaszczynski. | Camden, NJ | Source: Philadelphia Inquirer 10.16.05; New Jersey Provincial Directory, 2011, p. 205 |
| Blazek | Eugene E. | 1976 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Man filed civil suit 3/08 accusing Blazek of sexually abusing him for over a year "during or after 1979." Suit also mentions abuse of other youngsters. Blazek, although still part of Honolulu Diocese, had been serving as a military chaplain for over 20 years. He retired 6/1/07 and lives in Houston, TX per Catholic Herald. | Honolulu, HI | Source: Honolulu Star Bulletin 3.10.08; Honolulu Advertiser 3.11.08; Hawaii Catholic Herald 4.4.08 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Blea | Rudy | P | Sued | Benedictine | Blea was monk at Pecos Benedictine Monastery. Civil suit filed 6/10/94 alleges abuse of at least one youth during counseling sessions from 1969-1970. | Santa Fe, NM | Source: Bernalillo Cty, NM; # CV-94-05042 | |
Blizard | David L. | 1974 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Left active priesthood in 1988. By 2002 several people had accused him of abuse. 7/02 civil suit alleged that Blizard abused one man in 1978-1980 as part of a "child sex" ring that operated out of the former House of Affirmation. Arrested 8/03 on charges of assault in 1988. In 8/04 Court found Blizard not guilty of one charge of indecent assault and battery on a person over age 14. Involuntary laicization granted 2012 and announced 3/5/13. | Worcester, MA | Source: Telegram & Gazette 4.5.02; Telegram & Gazette 4.13.02; Telegram & Gazette 7.24.02; Telegram and Gazette 8.28.03; Telegram & Gazette 8.28.04; WorcesterVoice.com 8.30.04; Telegram & Gazette 3.5.13; Catholic Free Press 3.5.13; Statement by Diocese of Worcester 3.5.13; International Business Times 3.6.13; The Republican 3.5.13 |
| Blong | Delbert | 1952 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Accused of molesting boy for 20 years (1971-1992) and infecting him with HIV. Plaintiff lived in the rectory while he was a minor. 1993 civil suit settled 12/94. Blong admitted a relationship with the Plaintiff but countersued alleging that Plaintiff had given him AIDS. The Diocese removed all privileges. He was not even allowed to enter onto any property of Diocese without Bishop's Permission | Pueblo, CO | Source: Reuters 9.7.93; PR Newswire 9.7.93; Newsday 9.8.93; Chicago Tribune 9.10.93; Denver Post 12.16.94; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02 |
| Blum | Orville | 1962 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Removed 5/02. Told his congregation in Hereford, TX that a former student at Alamo Catholic High School had accused him of molesting her in the mid-1970s. Resigned as priest 7/02. Later found working as groundskeeper at Amarillo Country Club | Amarillo, TX | Source: Amarillo Globe 5.4.02; Associated Press 5.4.02; Amarillo Globe 5.10.02; Amarillo Globe 7.2.02; Dallas Morning News 7.4.02; Amarillo Globe 7.9.02; Amarillo Globe 8.6.02; Dallas Morning News 10.27.02 |
Blume | James R. | 1980 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Originally a member of the Brs of Holy Cross; later ordained. Man filed suit 1991 alleging abuse from 1982-1985. Man originally complained in 1988 or 1989; Bishop forced Blume to resign in 1989 after he completed therapy. Suit settled 11/92. 2nd man filed suit in 1992 alleging abuse at different assignment from 1985-1987. Also worked in Milwaukee in 1970s. Laicized 6.23.07. Criminal charges filed 8/09. Convicted in WI 1/10; sentenced to 20 yrs prison. Appeal denied 11/12. | Fort Wayne-South Bend, IN | Source: News-Sentinel 11.13.91; News-Sentinel 11.14.91; United Press International 11.15.91; News-Sentinel 12.3.91; News-Sentinel 12.5.91; News-Sentinel 4.11.92; Indianopolis Star 4.13.92; News-Sentinel 7.23.92; Indianapolis Star 10.92; News-Sentinel 11.22.93; South Bend Tribune 1.3.94; South Bend Tribune 4.1.02; Today's TMJ 8.31.09; Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 8.31.09; Today's TMJ 9.1.09 Assignments: WISN 10.2.09 (add'l article); Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 1.15.10 (add'l article); WANE 1.18.10 (add'l article); St. Augustine Record 1.22.10 (add'l article); Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 3.27.10 (add'l article); Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 11.1.12 (add'l article) |
Blumeyer | Robert | 1956 | P | Accused | Benedictine | In 2005, allegations made that he molested a teenage boy many years ago. Blumeyer worked in St. Cloud diocese from 1965-1968. Died of heart attack 10/83, He was a member of St. John's monastic community. Name not made public until 7/06. Two more accusers came forward after 1st allegations. | St. Cloud, MN | Source: St. Cloud Times 5.25.06; St. Cloud Times 7.29.06; Star-Tribune 8.2.06; St. Cloud Times 8.6.06; St. Cloud Times 8.10.06; St. Cloud Times 8.24.06; The Record 9.7.06; St. Cloud Times 9.10.06 |
| Boardway | Alphonse | 1967 | P | Settled | Francisan | In 2002 man alleged he was raped by Fr. Boardway when he was 16. He told Franciscans in 1985. They sent him $650. He contacted them again in 1988 with little progress. In 1992 he contacted the Diocese of Lansing but there is no record of meeting. Settled with the Order in 1994 for $107.8K. Boardway served in several states, inc. TX, and at least one other person made allegations. He was murdered in 1997 while living in Arizona. | Lansing, MI | Source: Lansing State Journal 8.5.02; Lansing State Journal 8.24.10 |
Bober | Marjan L. | 1963 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Accused of abuse of one youth per the 1994 RICO petition. Still believed to be an active priest. | Camden, NJ | Source: Atlantic Cty, NJ; # ATL-L-004059 |
| Bocciarelli | John | 1945 | P | Accused | Scalabrinian--Congregation of Missionary Fathers of St. Charles | Accused in 1997 of performing oral sex on a boy in late 1960s. Same plaintiff also alleged abuse by Joseph Fugulo in the same time period. Only first name and parish noted in Boston documents but identity of priest confirmed through Official Catholic Directory. Omitted from 2011 Boston AD database, possibly because he was an Order priest. | Boston, MA | Source: Docs produced by Boston Archdiocese: 1997 memo describing allegations; Docs produced by Boston Archdiocese: 1997 letter by Fugulo denying allegation; Boston Globe 11.20.11 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Boganina | Sister | N | Sued | Sisters of the Diving Savior | Sister Boganina was one of several religious accused in 2010 civil suit against Diocese, Oblates & Sisters of the Divine Savior which alleged abuse of students at Tekakwitha Indian Mission in Sisseton SD. In the suit, one man alleged abuse by Sr. Boganina and a Br. Jim between 1944-1945 when he was 9 & 10 yrs old. | Sioux Falls, SD | Source: MWD et al v. Catholic Diocese of Sioux Falls et al, Minnehaha County Circuit Court 7.30.10; Argus Leader 8.6.10; Sioux City Journal 8.6.10 | |
Bogdan | Leonard Adolph | 1960 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Newly identified as abuser in Chicago Archdiocese report 3.20.06. Accused 1983. Allegation withdrawn 1986. Retired from Kalamazoo Diocese 6.30.00 and moved to AZ. Accusation was reasserted in 8/01 and deemed credible in 9/01. Privileges removed 3/02. | Chicago, IL | Source: Chicago Archdiocesan Report 3.20.06 page 1; Chicago Sun Times 3.21.06; Kalamazoo Gazette 3.22.06 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Bohl | Ronald William | 1980 | P | Accused | Conventual Franciscan | Accused of single incident in 1986 in Toledo OH diocese in which he allegedly made a sexual advance to a minor. The 1993 settlement contained a confidentiality agreement. In treatment 1986-87 before being reassigned to parish work. Removed from Louisville KY parish in 6/02. Also worked in Dubuque and Indianapolis archdioceses. Died 1/19/12 in KY. | Louisville, KY | Source: Courier Journal 7.9.02; News-Messenger 7.9.02; Courier-Journal 8.26.02; Kentucky Enquirer 1.24.12 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Bohlinger | Kenneth | 1976. | P | Accused | Diocesan | Took church boys on camping trips, supplied alcohol and pornography, and played sex games with them. Bishop learned in 1988 that Bohlinger had abused young relative years earlier. Bohlinger then admitted abusing the church youths. Sent for therapy in 1988. Says quit abusing in 1986. Admits being addicted to children. Has not been an active priest since 1980s. | Lafayette, IN | Source: Indianapolis Star 2.16.97; Indianapolis Star 2.16.97; Indianapolis Star 2.16.97; Indianapolis Star 2.16.97; Indianapolis Star 2.17.97; Journal and Courier 2.1.04 |
Boisselle | Aime | 1959 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Three men came forward 5/02 to allege that Boisselle had sexually abused them at Ste. Marie Church in Manchester in early 1960s. Docs released by Atty General 3/03 show a college student had complained that Boisselle had seduced him in 1983, there werecomplaints in 1995 or 1996 re youths at rectory, and diocese knew about encounters with adults at gay bars & parks. At least some claims in 11/02 settlement with Diocese. | Manchester, NH | Source: Associated Press 5.19.02; Union Leader 5.21.02; Union Leader 5.24.02; Union Leader 11.27.02; Manchester Report by NH Atty General 3.3.04; Documents released with NH Atty Gen Report 3.3.04; Concord Monitor 3.4.03; Concord Monitor 2.18.05; NH AG Audit Records 3.26.09 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Boivin | Phillip J. | < 1920 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused of abuse of one man at age 9 or 10 in 1941 or 1942 at St. John Parish in Rumford per documents released by Maine AG 7/05. Died 1953. | Portland, ME | Source: Maine AG Document Production 7.8.05 PDF page 2-3 |
Bokulich | Dominic (Br Leopold | B | Convicted | Franciscan Friars of the Renewal | Bokulich, also known as Br. Leopold, was arrested 10/07 and pleaded guilty 3/08 to abuse of 4 boys from one family between 2006 and 2007. Sentenced to 7 yrs state prison in 6/08, along with 5 yrs post-release supervision. Required to register as sex offender. In prison as of 7/10. | New York, NY | Source: Journal News 3.21.08; Journal News 6.10.08; Journal News 6.11.08; Yonkers Tribune 6.11.08 | |
| Boland | John | 1975 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused of sexually abusing 14 yr old boy 2/83 in Winslow AZ. Arrested; charged with 4 misdemeanors/1 felony. Plea agreement 6/93; 3 misdemeanors dropped. Sentenced 9/83 to probation on misdemeanor; felony dropped. Boy and family never testified and never informed of results except that charges were being dismissed and he would be transferred. Name given to diocese in 2005 but information "discovered" in 2009 file review. Removed 2/09. Returned to Ireland in 2010. Settlements pending. | Gallup, NM | Source: KOAT.com 2.11.09; Gallup Independent 2.12.09; Gallup Independent 2.22.09; Gallup Independent 2.24.09; Gallup Independent 3.20.09; KOAT 5.13.09; Gallup Independent 5.24.11; Gallup Independent 5.26.11; Gallup Independent 5.27.11; Gallup Independent 8.10.12 |
Bolduc | Paul J. | 1960 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused on 8/21/02 of sexually abusing a minor in approximately 1961. Put on administrative leave 8/27/02 by Cardinal Law. Died 12/2009. Boston AD database in 8/11 says no formal determination of guilt either because he died prior to canonical investigation or it was not complete at his death. Bolduc's obituary says that he was cleared by the Review Board 7/03 and allowed to return to his public ministry without restrictions. | Boston, MA | Source: Garabedian Letter 8.21.02; Morrissey Press Release 8.27.02; Law Letter 8.28.02; Boston Globe 8.28.02; Patriot Ledger 8.28.02; Patriot Ledger 2.11.03; Boston Globe 2.11.03; Blog: Throw the Bums Out in 2010, 1.11.10; National Catholic Register 8.25.11; Jamaica Plain Gazette 9.9.11 Assignments: Boston Archdiocesan Assignment Record |
Bolesta | Michael C. | 1989 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused of abuse of at least 11 male teenagers ages 16-17 in 1990-1991. Evaluated at St. Luke's treatment center. Reassigned. Died Jan. 2004. Name is included on secret 1994 memo from Wm. Lynn to Msgr. James Molloy (released 2/27/12) re priests in secret archives who were accused of sexual misconduct with a minor with no conclusive evidence.. Archdiocese now says allegations were credible. | Philadelphia, PA | Source: Philadelphia Grand Jury Report; Philadelphia Inquirer 9.25.05; 1994 Memo from Fr. William Lynn to Asst. Vicar for Admin. re Names in Philadelphia Secret Archives, released 2.27.12 Assignments: Philadelphia Archdiocesan Priest Data Profile; Archdiocese of Philadelphia Assigment Record |
| Boley | Robert | 1975 | P | Sued | Carmelite | Suit filed in 2006 in LA accused Boley of "accosting" a young girl at a Los Angeles parish in early 1980s. At the time suit was filed, Boley was working as parochial vicar in Darien, IL. He left the assignment in Oct. 2006 and currently resides at a Carmelite house in Joliet. Case included in massive 7/07 $660 mil settlement by LA Archdiocese with 508 plaintiffs. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: Darien Suburban Life 7.20.07 |
| Bolger | Anthony | 1964 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Accused of abusing a boy at Anthony's parish and school in Kailua from 1978 to 1981. Bolger was teacher at the school. Civil suit filed 5/8/13. Same plaintiff says he was abused by Bp. Ferrario while Bishop was still priest at St. Anthony's. His name was on original 1996 Wall of Shame banner. Believe he was named as abuser (but not defendant) in original ____ suit against Ferrario. Bolger is retired but still has privileges as of 5/13. | Honolulu, HI | Source: Honolulu Advertiser 5.9.13; Worthy Adversary 5.9.13 |
Bollich | Ronald W. | 1964 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Civil suit filed 4/12/12 against Diocese of Beaumont and its Bishop alleges Bollich abused one 14 yr old boy at Sacred Heart Parish in Nacogdoches, TX in 1976-1977. At the time of the abuse, parish was part of the Beaumont Diocese. It later became part of Tyler, TX diocese. Bollich retired due to health reasons in 1994 and died in 1996. In 9/12, two other men joined the existing case and alleged abuse by Bollich during the same time period. 4th plaintiff added 3/25/13. | Beaumont, TX | Source: Orange Leader 8.9.96; Houston Press 4.20.12; Beaumont Enterprise 4.20.12; Nacogdoches Daily Sentinel 4.20.12; Beaumont Enterprise 9.27.12; Houston Press 9.27.12; Beaumont Enterprise 9.27.12; KTRE 9.28.12; Daily Sentinel 3.26.13 |
| Bolton | Donald | 1952 | P | Accused | Redemptorist | Parents from St. Gregory parish complained to District Attorney that Bolton had molested daughter for two years. The Redemptorists had promised that he would not work with children but parents learned he was teaching at school in New York. Bolton charged in 11/86 w/ two counts. He pleaded guilty and received three yrs probation in 2/87. Bolton agreed to enter treatment program (??). Other victims found but statute of limitations had run. | Erie, PA | Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 8.25.87 |
| Boltz | Henry A. | 1920 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Ordained for Diocese of Calgary in 1920. Came to Portland in 1931 and incardinated 1935. Per 2005 documents released by Maine Atty General, he was accused of abuse by three men who alleged abuse in late 1940s - early 1950s. Retired 1966 and died at age 79 in 1970. | Portland, ME | Source: Maine AG Document Production 5.27.05; Portland Press Herald 7.31.05 |
Bombardier | Wilfred (Wilfrid) F. | 1943 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Ordained as member of Congregation of Blessed Sacrament Fathers in Cleveland. Lots of missionary work. Became member of Manchester Diocese in 1970 and was working in Albuquerque, NM when he was accused in 1993 of abuse of two boys at St. Charles Parish between 1966-1970. Also accused of abuse in Manchester in 1975. Admitted to short-term relationship with a male in Philippines. Shown as retired in 1989 Catholic Directory. He died in 2000. | Manchester, NH | Source: North Adams Transcript 11.29.63; Hartford Courant 9.18.00; Union Leader 11.27.02; Manchester Report by NH Atty General 3.3.03; Documents from NH Atty General Report 3.3.3; Union Leader 3.4.03 |
Bonacci | Louis A. | 1973 | P | Accused | Jesuit | In 4/11, accusation was received that Bonacci improperly touched a minor in a family home in a period from 1978-1982 when he was Assistant director of campus ministry, Loyola College, Baltimore, MD During investigation, a second accuser was located. Bonacci was removed 4/11 from duties in Scranton diocese and in 6/11, head of Order permanently removed him from active ministry. | Baltimore, MD | Source: Fox 19 6.7.11; Statements by Society of Jesuits and Diocese of Scranton 6.7.11; Citizens Voice 6.8.11; Times Leader 6.8.11; SNAP Statement 6.7.11; Cincinnati City Beat 6.8.11; Baltimore Sun 6.9.11; Baltimore Sun 6.23.11 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Bongers | Herman | 1939 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused in 2005 of abuse of 5 youths at St. Vincent's orphanage in 1966. Died 1971. Case settled 2/17/06. Earliest known abuse was 1948. | Davenport, IA | Source: Quad-City Times 7.25.05; Des Moines Register 7.26.05; Quad-City Times 2.17.06; Diocese of Davenport Creditors Committee 8.27.07; Quad-City Times 7.10.08 Assignments: Catholic Messenger 7.17.08; Concise BA.org Assignment Record |
Bonilla Margarito | Luis A. | 2000 | P | Sued | Diocesan | In lawsuit filed 8/10, parents of a 19 yr old girl allege that Bonilla (school chaplain) started a relationship with her when she was a 17 or 18 yr old senior in 2008-2009. Relationship continued after parents complained. He was removed from parish 11/09; sent to treatment. Relationship continued while he was in treatment. Girl gave birth to his daughter girl 7/10. He left therapy at some point and is living with the girl & baby. Diocese asked that he be laicized. Judge ruled case can proceed 1/11. | Allentown, PA | Source: Catholic Culture 8.27.10; Reading Eagle 8.27.10; Morning Call 8.27.10; Lebanon Daily News 8.27.10; Reading Eagle 8.28.10; CBS News 8.30.10; WFMZ 8.30.10; Morning Call 8.31.10; Reading Eagle 8.31.10; Reading Eagle 8.31.10; WFMZ 8.31.10; Canadian Press 8.31.10; Reading Eagle 9.24.10; Philadelphia Inquirer 9.26.10; Morning Call 9.28.10 Assignments: Reading Eagle 11.5.10 (add'l article); Reading Eagle 1.21.11 (add'l article) |
| Bonin | David L. | P | Sued | Diocesan | 21 yr old man filed suit 11/08 against Bishop and Diocese alleging that Bonin (who died at age 53 in 3/02) abused him weekly from 1998-2001 when he was ages 9-12. Man first made his allegations known in 2007. A second individual has also made allegations. Bonin was assigned to St. Mary's on the Lake at the time. In 4/09 NY Sup. Court denied diocese motion to dismiss. Diocese included his name on 6/7/12 list of priests removed between 2002 and 2010. | Rochester, NY | Source: Hartley v. Bishop Matthew Clark et al, Cause No. 08-326A, Supreme Court, NY State, Schuyler County; Star Gazette 11.12.08; News 10 Now 11.12.08; Democrat & Chronicle 11.13.08; Ithaca Journal 11.13.08; Catholic Courier 11.14.08; WENY 11.18.08; Press & Sun-Bulletin 11.19.08; Star Gazette 11.19.08; WETM 4.28.09; Catholic Courier 6.7.12; Rochester Homepage 6.7.12; SNAP Statement 6.7.12 | |
| Bonn | John | P | Accused | Diocesan | As part of Davenport Diocese bankruptcy, woman alleged abuse as a minor by Bonn and two other priests. Review board reportedly told her the allegations were credible and she received a settlement. Diocese refused to list the names of these 3 and 15 other priests on their website, saying the allegations were not proven. Woman filed motion in Bankruptcy Court 7/19/12 to force addition of the 3 names to Diocese's public list and in 8/12 Court ruled in her favor. Bonn died in 1975. | Davenport, IA | Source: Quad-City Times 7.19.12; SNAP Statement 8.22.12; Globe Gazette 8.23.12; Quad-City Times 8.27.12 | |
Bonzagni | John J. | 1980 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Woman filed suit in 2003 alleging that she was fondled by Bonzagni on 3 occasions while she was 16 and preparing for confirmation. Woman said that she notified the diocese on 2 occasions (first in 2002). Her claims settled as part of 8/04 $7.5M settlement reached between 45 claimants and the Springfield diocese involving 18 priests. Cleared by diocese 11/04. Named monsignor 12/06. Head of the pastoral planning office in 2008. | Springfield, MA | Source: Berkshire Eagle 9.24.03; Springfield Republican 9.24.03; Catholic Observer 10.5.03; Springfield Republican 3.1.04; Springfield Republican 4.25.04; Springfield Republican 8.17.04; Springfield Republican 8.17.04 (2nd); Associated Press 11.12.04; Springfield Republican 9.8.05; Berkshire Eagle 9.25.08; Berkshire Eagle 11.7.08; Press Release by The Office of Stobierski & Stobierski, 12.3.08 |
| Booth | James T. | 1946 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Woman filed suit 2/03 alleging that Booth abused her when she was 15 in late 1960s. A second woman filed suit 12/03 alleging that he molested her between 1965-1967. He left priesthood in 1971 after 25 yrs to marry a 19 yr old university student. Later became an Episcopal priest living in Calif. Has denied all allegations. Name appears on list released by San Diego Diocese 3/07. Personnel file released 10/24/10. | San Diego, CA | Source: Associated Press 2.11.03; San Diego Union Tribune 2.12.03; San Diego Union Tribune 12.24.03; Lompoc Record 3.30.07; Union Tribune 3.31.07; California Catholic Daily 4.03.07; Desert Sun 10.27.10; Documents released by San Diego Diocese 10.25.10 Assignments: Diocese of San Diego List 3.30.07 |
| Bordenca | Charles | 1955 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused of molesting a 12 yr old boy in 1960s. "Retired" in 1991 but continued to work part time in Mobile Archdiocese until removed by Bishop Foley in 2002 after Dallas Bishops Conference. Also accused of inappropriately touching several men during counseling situations. Other minor victims known. | Birmingham, AL | Source: Mobile Register 6.08.03; Birmingham News 1.07.04 |
Borman | Ronald | 1992 | P | Convicted | Conventual Franciscan | Borman was arrested 10/11/06 on charges of Internet child seduction. Employed by Louisville KY archdiocese as teacher 1978-85. Worked as priest 1992-98 in the Lansing MI and Toledo OH dioceses and the Indianapolis IN archdiocese. Left the priesthood in 1998. Then taught in Louisville archdiocesan schools until 2001, and in Louisville public middle schools until his arrest. Pleaded guilty 2/09 to 1 count of possession of child porn. . Sentenced to 30 mo. prison. | Louisville, KY | Source: Courier-Journal 10.13.06; WHAS 10.13.06; Courier-Journal 10.14.06; States News Service 10.29.08; States News Service 2.2.09 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Bornbach | Raymond H. | 1941 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Woman told the Diocese 1/03 that Bornbach had molested her for over a year and a half in 1971, beginning when she was 8 years old. Another person complained about Bornbach 3/01 and the fact that he still visited sick patients at a hospital in Marshfield. He would grope and kiss women in psych unit. Board substantiated 2003 claim in 2004 and his privileges as a priest were removed. Died 2006. Accuser filed civil suit 12/31/08 against Diocese. Final count of suit dismissed by Court 2/12. | La Crosse, WI | Source: Riverfront Times [MO] 8.25.04; Associated Press 8.27.04; Marshfield News-Herald 8.27.04; Associated Press 9.07.04; Daily Tribune 9.18.04; Wausau Daily Herald 9.18.04; WSAW 11.19.04; Marshfield News-Herald 7.17.05; Marshfield News 4.26.05; Stevens Point Journal 1.15.06; SNAP Statement 12.30.08; WKBT 1.7.09; LaCrosse Tribune 1.8.09; WEAU 1.7.09; LaCrosse Tribune 11.17.10 Assignments: LaCrosse Tribune 3.8.11 (add'l article); LaCrosse Tribune 3.9.11 (add'l article); LaCrosse Tribune 5.7.11 (add'l article); News 8000 1.13.12 (add'l article); LaCrosse Tribune 2.21.12 (add'l article); Marshfield News 1.23.06 |
Borycz | Edmund S. | 1968 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Removed 2002. Accused of abuse of 5 youths between 1963 and 1987. Police knew of 1 allegation in 1987 but file sealed. In 6/06 Vatican placed him on permanently inactive status with no privileges. | Detroit, MI | Source: Archdiocese of Detroit Press Release 6.30.02; Detroit Free Press 7.1.02; Detroit Free Press 7.2.02; Detroit Free Press 10.19.02; Detroit Free Press 6.6.06; Detroit Free Press 6.6.06 (2nd); News Herald 6.11.06 |
| Boschetto | Laurence | B | Sued | CFC - Congregation of Christian Brothers | Became religious brother in 1974. Named in 2005 civil suit which was refiled in 2007 Accused of abuse as a novice brother and also of offering drugs to plaintiff. Abuse alleged against other defendants as well as claims of sexual harrassment and other issues. Plaintiff's appeal was dismissed by the NY Supreme Court 10/09. | New York, NY | Source: US District Court, Southern District New York, No. 05-CV-10467; Renew America 5.17.06; Supreme Court of the State of New York, County of New York, No. 07-102959; Hoatson v. New York Archdiocese, NY Supreme Court Decision 102958/07 10.26.09 | |
Bossa | Barry F. | 1981 | P | Convicted | Pallotine | Pled guilty in 1974 to charge of misdemeanor sexual abuse of 12 yr old boy. Served no jail time. Order knew but let him be ordained. 2 victims filed suit in Boston in 2002 They allege he performed oral sex on them as 8 and 10 yr olds in Bridgewater in1970s when he was a "parish brother." Worked in NY archdiocese in 2002. Transferred to Rome after NY Archdiocese pulled his privileges. MA charges filed and attempts made to extradite him. Died 5/07. Omitted from 2011 Boston AD database. | Boston, MA | Source: First Amended Complaint 10.21.02; Boston Globe 1.30.03; Boston Globe 1.31.03; Dallas Morning News 9.12.04; Dallas Morning News 9.12.04; BA.org Boston List 2.2.07; RichardSipe.com 4.17.07; Societas Apostolatus Catholici 5.07; Boston Globe 11.20.11; SNAP Statement 3.11.13 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record; Partial Boston Assignment Record |
| Bostwick, III | John R. | 1969 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Ordained in the Baltimore Diocese, transferred to the Richmond Diocese and was on loan to Mt. St. Mary's College in Maryland at the time of the alleged abuse of one youth in 1980-82 in Harrisburg, PA He was assigned to the Lafayette, LA Diocese from 1992 -1996 at request of his friend, the Lafayette Bishop. When charges surfaced he was suspended from duties in Louisiana and asked to return to Richmond and be scheduled for evaluation. | Harrisburg, PA | Source: The Advocate 4.24.96; Richard Times Dispatch 5.9.96 |
Botty | Paul | B | Convicted | Marianist | Case reported at State V. Botty, 1988 WL 86954 (Ohio App.). Convicted of sexual battery. In 3/86 Botty was sentenced to 7 1/2 years for molesting four teenage boys. 12 felony counts dismissed Died 12/27/07 in CA. Marianist Newsletter of 1/8/08 referred to him as a "former Marianist." | Cleveland, OH | Source: Case # CR-206651; Criminal Appeal, Cuyahoga County, OH; Chronicle-Telegram 3.5.86; Chronicle-Telegram 3.14.86; Chronicle-Telegram 3.27.86; Chronicle-Telegram 3.28.86; FamilyOnline--Newsletter of Society of Mary 1.8.08 | |
| Boucher | Clarence R. | 1940 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Woman gave public testimony in 2/07 that Boucher had touched her inappropriately when she was 13. Events occurred at St. Jean the Baptiste in Lynn. His behavioral habits with young girls were well-known within the parish. Boucher was never punished by the Archdiocese. He retired in 1982 and died in 2001. Boston AD database 8/11 reported no formal determination of guilt because he died prior to a canonical investigation or it was not complete at his death. | Boston, MA | Source: Roslindale- West Roxbury Transcript 02.28.07; National Catholic Register 8.25.11; Salem News 8.26.11 Assignments: BA.Org Assignment Record |
| Boudreau | Paul T. | 1955 | P | Settled | Diocesan | 1 claim included in 2004 $7.5M settlement between 45 claimants and the Diocese of Springfield involving 18 priests. First public mention of his name. Suspended in 1991 after being on leave for several years but not in 1989 Catholic directory. Supposedly "abandoned priesthood." | Springfield, MA | Source: Springfield Republican 8.17.04; Springfield Republican 8.17.04; Berkshire Eagle 8.18.04; Press Release by The Office of Stobierski & Stobierski, 12.3.08 |
Boudreaux | Claude P. | 1955 | P | Accused | Jesuit | Boudreaux, an 80 yr old teacher at Jesuit High, was placed on leave in Jan. 2005 after the Order received a complaint of abuse some 30 yrs previously. The Order found the allegations credible and he was sent out of state for treatment. In nearly 50 yrs as a priest, he served as a missionary in Sri Lanka and India, worked at the order's headquarters in Rome, worked in ministry to other Jesuits in Mobile and New Orleans, and taught at Jesuit high schools in Dallas and Shreveport | New Orleans, LA | Source: Times-Picayune 9.27.96; Times-Picayune 1.05.05 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Boulanger | Albert L. | 1962 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Multiple allegations made against Boulanger between early 1960s and 2003. Repeatedly admissions by Boulanger, he was sent for therapy and then returned to active ministry multiple times. Also received treatment for alcohol abuse. Retired 2000 and finally placed on leave 2/02 when 3 additional accusations were made against him. Died 6/02. At least one claim included in 11/02 settlement re 28 priests. | Manchester, NH | Source: Union Leader 2.16.02; Nashua Telegraph 11.27.02; Manchester Report by NH Atty General 3.3.03; Documents from NH Atty General Report 3.3.03; Union Leader 3.4.03; Union Leader 3.4.03; Concord Monitor 3.4.03; NH AG Audit Records 3.26.09 |
| Boulanger | Maurice R. | P | Accused | Accused of sodomy (once) and mutual oral sex (6-7 times) with one boy aged 14-15 in 1978-1979. Died 4/03. | Manchester, NH | Source: NH AG Audit Records 3.26.09 | ||
| Boulanger | Raymond | 1951 | P | Accused | Marist | His personnel file was one of several released to public 12/02 because it contained allegations of sexual abuse. Boulanger, then 81, said he used to give girls affectionate hugs and believes that one of the mothers must have misinterpreted what he was doing and filed complaint. He denied any accusation of misconduct. No clear accusations found in file per another article. Died 2/12/10. Omitted from 2011 Boston AD database. | Boston, MA | Source: Boston Globe 12.17.02; Boston Herald 12.17.02; NDPMA.com (accessed 10.27.10); Boston Globe 11.20.11 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Boulanger (Br. Leonard) | Xavier Leonard | B | Sued | Marist | In 2005 civil suit, one man alleged that he was abused by Br. Leonard Xavier, a teacher at Central Catholic High School, Lawrence, during the years 1967 - 1968 when he was a minor. The suit involved multiple plaintiffs and named multiple priests as defendants. Attorney Durso said that almost all claims were settled. Br. Leonard died in 1987. His obituary gave his name as "Xavier Leonard Boulanger." Omitted from 2011 Boston AD database. | Boston, MA | Source: Marists All - Obiturary 8.26.87; JOHN DOE Nos. 30 - 68 and MARY ROE Nos. 6 - 8, v. Roman Catholic Archbishop of Boston, C.A. 05-0006; BishopAccountability Letter to Dr. Mary Jane Doherty, Chairperson of the Archdiocese of Boston Review Board 7.27.11; Boston Globe 7.28.11; Boston Globe 11.20.11 | |
| Boulden | Garry | 1977 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Woman filed suit in 2004 alleging that Boulden had molested her beginning when she was 12 yrs old and a student at a Spokane parish. Article says that parish priest was informed at the time and all he did was blame the girl and ask why she was threatening the career of a "fine young priest." Left active ministry in 1983 and moved to Seattle where he worked for Police Dept. Still priest in 2002. Bishop admitted 11/07 that allegations were credible. | Spokane, WA | Source: Spokesman-Review 5.21.04; KXLY 11.21.07; Statement by Diocese of Spokane 11.21.07; Seattle Post-Intelligencer (AP) 11.21.07; Diocese of Spokane List of Admitted, Proven or Credibly Accused Perpetrators of Sexual Abuse 11.3.09 |
| Boulet | Norman J. | 1969 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Berube's name appeared on list of 21 priests accused of abuse which District Attorney released 9/02. List says two alleged victims but provides no other information. Both 1993 and 2002 Catholic Directories show him "on sick leave." | Fall River, MA | Source: Boston Globe 9.27.02; Boston Herald 9.27.02 |
| Boumeister | Alphonsus | < 1915 | P | Sued | Fathers of the Sacred Hearts | Accused in 2002 civil suit of abuse of 11 yr old boy in 1961. Case dismissed by Judge 3/05 who said Plaintiff had presented no evidence to support his claim. No other accusations known. Boumeister died in 1972 (30 yrs before suit) at age 84. He took hisvows in Belgium and came to Hawaii in 1915. | Honolulu, HI | Source: Honolulu Star-Bulletin 8.1.02; Honolulu Advertiser 8.1.02; Honolulu Star Bulletin 9.17.02; Honolulu Advertiser 9.17.02; Honolulu Star-Bulletin 2.27.04; Honolulu Star-Bulletin 3.25.05 |
Bourque | Real (Ray) | 1954 | P | Accused | Oblate | Accused of abuse. Bourque was reassigned by Cardinal Medeiros after allegations in 1981 and continued in ministry until admitting abusing teens in the 1990s. 5/12/06 article says he has been laicized. Omitted from 2011 Boston AD database because he was an Order priest. | Boston, MA | Source: Boston Herald 1.15.04; Bishop Hart; Victim; Links to Other Bourque Documents; News Democrat 4.13.06; SNAP Statement 8.16.08; Boston Globe 11.20.11 Assignments: Detailed BA.org assignment record |
Bowe | John F. | 1973 | P | Accused | Diocesan | One of 21 priests placed on administrative leave by Philadelphia archdiocese 3/7/11 pending investigation for credible allegations involving sexual abuse or inappropriate behavior with minors. Last assignment: He was in residence at St. Joseph rectory in Warrington, Bucks County. Found "unsuitable for ministry" per 7/6/12 announcement due to violation of the Standards of Ministerial Behavior and Boundaries. There are no substantiated allegations of sexual abuse. | Philadelphia, PA | Source: Archdiocese of Philadelphia Press Release 3.8.11; Statement of Cardinal Rigali Regarding Administrative Leaves 3.8.11; Philadelphia Inquirer 3.8.11; NY Times 3.8.11; Philadelphia Inquirer 3.9.11; Philadelphia Inquirer 3.10.11; Newsworks 7.6.12; Statement by Archdiocese of Philadelphia 7.6.12; The Republic 7.6.12; NBC 10 7.6.12; Philadelphia Inquirer 7.6.12; National Catholic Reporter 7.6.12; PhillyBurbs 7.6.12; Philadelphia Inquirer 7.9.12 Assignments: Background on Priest from Archdiocese of Philadelphia 7.6.12 |
Bowen | Donald J. | 1964 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Woman was 9 when first sexual abuse occurred and it continued until she was 16. He wrote letters saying that he would leave the priesthood to marry her. She told Diocese 1990 and accepted $200K settlement 1992. Bowen served in Bolivia for 28 yrs before Boston indictment in 2002. Charged with indecent assault & battery of person under 14 & lascivious acts on a person under 16. Pled guilty 2005; 2 yrs jail and 10 yrs probation & registration as sex offender. Not found on list 2/10. . | Fall River, MA | Source: Sun Chronicle 4.27.02; Providence Journal 9.27.02; Boston Herald 9.27.02; Boston Globe 9.27.02; Standard Times 10.2.02; Boston Herald 10.2.02; Boston Globe 7.2.03; The BostonChannel.com 7.3.03; Boston Globe 7.26.03; Herald News 8.6.03; Herald News 7.13.05; Boston Globe 7.14.05; Boston Globe 7.16.05; Herald News 7.16.05 |
| Bower | Robert F. | 1959 | P | Arrested | Diocesan | Arrested 1999 on charges of downloading internet child pornography. Charges later dropped on legal technicality. Resigned from priesthood 4/02. 3 women spoke with previous bishop in 1982 to complain that Bower had been receiving pornography at church. These women filed suit 4/03 against current and past Bishops alleging slander. Complaint dismissed by court and dismissal upheld 7/04. | Erie, PA | Source: Erie Times-News 3.11.99; Erie Times-News 2.6.01; Erie Times-News 4.17.02; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; GoErie.com 5.22.03; Erie Times-News 6.29.03; WNEP 8.25.04 |
Bowles | Richard J. | 1961 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Bowles resigned in 2003 after admitting he molested a boy 34 years before. Someone had contacted Diocese in 8/03 and Diocese began investigation. A psychiatrist examined Bowles shortly after the abuse of the victim in 1969. A 2nd victim came forward toallege abuse in same time-frame on out-of-state trip. His parents complained to Diocese in 1971 when abuse occrred. Same person filed suit 5/05 and settled 10/05 for $30K. | St. Augustine, FL | Source: Pensacola News Journal 9.8.03; Florida Times Union 9.9.03; Pensacola News Journal 9.11.03; Florida Times Union 9.12.03; Pensacola News Journal 2.27.04; Tallahassee Democrat (AP) 5.24.05; Pensacola News Journal 5.25.05; News4Jax 5.25.05; Pensacola News Journal 8.09.05; Pensacola News Journal 10.14.05 |
Bowling | Robert A. | 1954 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Left Louisville in 1969 and transferred to Reno NV. In 2002 at least 9 women claimed that he molested or abused them at various times between mid-1950s and 1963 when they were minors in Kentucky. He is also accused of molesting adult women in Reno. Louisville settled with 11 victims 6/03 as part of $25.7M settlement. Bowling died 6/03. | Louisville, KY | Source: Courier Journal 5.22.02; Reno Gazette Journal 5.23.02; Reno Gazette Journal 5.29.02; Courier Journal 5.31.02; Courier Journal 6.1.02; Reno Gazette Journal 6.15.02; Reno Gazette Journal 6.19.02; Courier Journal 6.27.02; Reno Gazette Journal 6.29.02; Associated Press 7.31.02; Courier Journal 8.23.02; Courier Journal 9.29.02; Courier Journal 1.22.03; Reno Gazette Journal 6.15.03; Reno Gazette-Journal 8.19.07 Assignments: Reno Gazette-Journal 10.22.10 (add'l article); Assignment Record Compiled by Law Firm |
Bowman | Robert Peter | 1955 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Former Vicar for Admin. Retired in 2001. Removed from duties 5/02 after allegations of sexual misconduct with a minor more than 45 years previously surfaced 4/02. Another allegation of inappropriate behavior was apparently made 1 or 2 years ago but wasfound unsubstantiated by the Fitness Review Board who termed it "horseplay that might have been misinterpreted." Vatican ordered permanent removal from public ministry 9/05. Died 4/11. | Chicago, IL | Source: Chicago Daily Herald 5.27.02; Chicago Daily Herald 5.27.02; Chicago Sun-Times 5.28.02; Chicago Tribune 5.28.02; Chicago Tribune 5.29.02; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; USA Today 11.11.02; Chicago Sun-Times 1.17.03; Chicago Tribune 9.26.05; Chicago Tribune 9.26.05; Chicago Sun-Times 9.27.05; Chicago Daily Herald 9.27.05; Chicago Daily Herald 2.11.06; Chicago Archdiocesan Report 3.20.06 page 1; Chicago Daily Herald 4.18.11 Assignments: Chicago List of Priests with Substantiated Allegations accessed 7.5.11; BA.org Assignment Record |
| Boxelaar | George | P | Accused | Carmelite | D.A.'s office says it has received complaints against Boxelaar by 2 men and 2 parents per 4/02 article. Order's provincial has acknowledged several complaints. 6/02 article reported at least 24 victims, many of whom would not have been abused if either diocese or order had acted when a parent first complained about Boxelaar's behavior. First complaint received 13 yrs before he was sent back to Holland. He died there in 1990. | New York, NY | Source: Times Herald-Record 4.21.02; Times Herald-Record 6.13.02; Times Herald-Record 2.28.04 | |
| Boyce | Thomas | 1966 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Woman filed civil suit in 2002 alleging that Boyce abused her for several years in 1970s-1980s. She was between 13-18 during the time of the abuse. Suit dismissed by MS Appeals Court on SOL 6/06. Boyce died 2002. Diocese acknowledged abuse in 2003. In1/07 MS Supreme Court declined to hear Plaintiff's appeal. | Jackson, MS | Source: Boston Herald 6.7.02; Boston Herald 6.10.02; SunHerald.com 4.10.05; Sun Herald (AP) 3.8.06; Clarion-Ledger (AP) 6.7.06; Clarion Ledger 1.25.07 |
| Boyd | John | ? | P | Settled | Diocesan | Diocese settled one case 4/05 for an undisclosed amount after a woman alleged that Boyd had molested her when she was between ages of 7-8 in 1957 at St. Joseph's school in Laconia. He would make her perform oral sex on him. Happened over 25 times. Sometimes he would give her $1.50 after the abuse. Died in 1968. | Manchester, NH | Source: Concord Monitor 4.28.05; NH AG Audit Records 3.26.09 |
| Boyd | Richard (Rick) | 1979 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Convicted in 1984 of possession of magazines containing child pornography. Two yrs probation and 6 mo. therapy. Police investigated in 2003 and did find adult porn on website he built. He took indefinite leave of absence and resigned from parish in 2003 saying "innuendo and gossip" about the 1984 conviction destroyed his credibility as minister. 2007 article says he was "subsequently laicized" and that Boyd has appealed the dismissal. | Crookston, MN | Source: Grand Forks Herald 7.18.03; Grand Forks Herald 7.19.03; Grand Forks Herald 7.22.03; Grand Forks Herald 7.23.03; Grand Forks Herald 8.06.03; Grand Forks Herald 8.17.03; Grand Forks Herald 8.30.03; Catholic Online 4.25.07 |
Boyea | David J. | 1973 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Accusations that he abused 9-12 boys over 5 yrs. One woman said she told Aux. Bishop in 1979 that Boyea had molested her son. $12M civil suit filed 11/86 on behalf of three victims but suit is believed to be sealed; In 8/85 Boyea pleaded guilty to 1 criminal charge and was sentenced to 10 years in jail. Petition to reduce sentencing denied 9/88. Released 1995. Lifetime listing on sex offender registry. | Green Bay, WI | Source: United Press International 7.08.85; United Press International 11.22.86; United Press International 11.25.86 |
| Boyer | Gerald F. | < 1960 | P | Accused | Diocesan | in 9/03 man accused Boyer of raping him in 1961 at age 12. Man was altar boy and helped at weekday mass. Boyer asked him to stay and talk and then raped him. Man told his parents and they asked him to keep matter quiet. Per the man, Boyer shot and killed himself in approx. 1973. | Lansing, MI | Source: Tuscon Weekly 9.11.03 |
Boyer | Leland | 1949 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Sued 2003. Accused of abuse from 1973-1982. LA archdiocese counts 2 accusers. Retired 1/15/94 and died 1/14/03. Personnel file released 1/13 revealed 3 complaints between 1990 and 2002. Placed on restricted ministry in 1995 after one accuser came forward to allege that Boyer had molested him in the rectory at least twice between 1982-1983 as a 13 yr old and file revealed another complaint from early 1980s involving open-mouth kissing of a young man. 3 more complainants known. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Times 12.18.03; LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 1; LA Times 4.20.06; City of Angels 12.07.07; Worthy Adversary 2.22.13; KCET 3.14.13 Assignments: LA Archdiocesan Report Addendum 11.15.05; LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
| Boylan | Dennis A. | 1974 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Removed in 2002 because of sexual abuse allegations. No specific information found on actual allegations. Received treatment at Jemez Springs at some point. 1993 Catholic Directory shows him on sick leave from Kalamazoo Diocese. In 2004 he was apparently active again because he was conducting funerals in Amarillo. | Amarillo, TX | Source: Amarillo Globe 7.2.02; Dallas Morning News 7.4.02; Amarillo Globe 7.9.02; Amarillo Globe 7.20.02; Dallas Morning News 10.27.02; Dallas Morning News 5.8.04; Dallas Morning News 5.22.04 |
| Boyle | Edward | < 1960 | P | Sued | Redemptorist | In suit filed 2002 woman alleges that she was molested by Boyle in 1967 at age 17. News article says her mother reported the incident to another priest in the diocese. Boyle, who died in 1998, was later transferred to Reno and then to Hawaii. The woman says she reported abuse to Diocese in April, 2002. | Sacramento, CA | Source: Sacramento Bee 7.09.02 |
| Boyle | John J. | 1956 | P | Sued | Diocesan | In 4/03 suit man accused Boyle of abusing him in 1970s when he was a teenager. Said Boyle would get him to drink until he was unconscious and then rape him. Second suit filed 8/03. Plaintiff said Boyle abused him from 1958-1960. A third suit filed 11/03 alleged abuse of Plaintiff from 1958-1963. Boyle retired and was removed from public ministry. In 5/04 Diocese paid $3.71M to settle claims by 21 people alleging abuse by 11 priests, including Boyle. | Altoona-Johnstown, PA | Source: Associated Press 4.3.03; Pittsburg Post Gazette 4.4.03; Associated Press 8.12.03; Centre Daily Times 8.13.03; National Catholic Reporter 8.29.03; Associated Press 11.6.03 |
| Boyle (in Seattle) | Edmund J. | 1944 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Convicted 1987. Lewdness with child in Reno, NV. Sued 2003. Accused of abuse in 1960s in Portland. In 2005 three siblings (2 girls and 1 boy) settled claims against Seattle Archdiocese for $1.1 million. Other claims still pending. Boyle is accused of molesting at least 9 boys and girls in Oregon, Washington, and Nevada. Died 1995. One claim settled in Seattle 10/07 for $270,000. Four others settled in 2009. | Seattle, WA | Source: Seattle Times 4.26.03; Deseret Morning News 8.26.04; Seattle Times 6.10.05; Table: The Oregonian 11.12.06; The Oregonian 6.07.07 (Documents); HeraldNet 10.26.07; Seattle Post-Intelligencer 10.26.07; Seattle Times 5.30.09; Seattle Post Intelligencer 6.7.11 |
| Bradley | Charles V. | 1968 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused of abusing youngsters in 1981 per 4/02 articles. 1993 Catholic Directory showed him working at a Catholic High School. Removed from his assignment in 1995 and "has never again functioned as a priest" per Bishop Rodimer in the April article | Paterson, NJ | Source: The Record 4.14.02; NY Times 4.16.02 |
Bradley | H. Cornell | 1969 | P | Accused | Jesuit | Removed from duties 1/06. Name released 1/07 when Order admitted that he had engaged in "sexual misconduct" with an adult in the early 1980s in Baltimore, Another 2006 accusation involved a minor at Gonzaga College H.S. in Wash. DC in 1973. First 2 accusations involving minors made in 1993. Sent for treatment and returned to ministry by Order in 1995. He worked at St. Joseph Univ. until 01/06. Also served in North Carolina, Philadelphia and India. 5 more complaints rec'd as of 3/07. | Philadelphia, PA | Source: Philadelphia Inquirer 1.31.07; KYW 1.31.07; WJLA 2.06.07; NBC 4 2.06.07; WBAL 2.06.07; Baltimore Sun 2.07.07; Washington Post 2.07.07; Baltimore Sun 2.08.07; Washington Post 3.18.07; The Examiner 4.13.07 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Bradley | John "Jack" A. | 1954 | P | Sued | Jesuit | Per 12/03 article, woman had filed suit alleging that when she was 17 and pregnant in early 1960s, her family sent her to live with friends in Fresno. Suit says that Bradley, a priest at St. Agnes Mission, abused her for five months while she was pregnant. He is not indexed in Official Catholic Directory after 1970. | Fresno, CA | Source: Fresno Bee 12.17.03; Deposition of Cardinal Roger Mahony 11.23.04 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Bradley | Theodore F. Xavier | 1958 | P | Accused | Diocesan | In 1994 suit woman accused Bradley of using premarital counseling to break up her engagement and start an affair with her. She was 17 when counseling started. The woman won a settlement of unknown amount. Bradley "retired" in 1995 but apparently was allowed to return to limited ministry. Placed on leave 2002. Another woman filed suit 5/04 alleging that she was sexually abused as a 5 yr old by Bradley from 1969-1970. He will continue to draw pension from Diocese per 4/07 article. No privileges. | Spokane, WA | Source: Spokesman Review 10.13.02; Spokesman Review 10.24.02; Spokesman Review 5.21.04; Spokesman Review 4.22.06; Spokesman Review 3.27.07; KXLY 4.20.07; Spokesman Review 5.5.07; Statement by Diocese of Spokane 11.21.07; Diocese of Spokane List of Admitted, Proven or Credibly Accused Perpetrators of Sexual Abuse 11.3.09 Assignments: Spokesman Review 10.24.02; Inland Review 11.14.02 |
Bradunas | Ernest P "Br. Ernan" | B | Sued | CFX Brothers of St. Francis Xavier | Woman filed suit 5/03 against the Xaverians alleging that she was abused in early 1960s by Bradunas. He was a teacher at St. Xavier high school in 1951-61. Order denied any knowledge of past allegations. Bradunas died in 1985. | Louisville, KY | Source: FindAGrave.com n.d.; Associated Press 5.13.03; Courier-Journal 5.14.03 | |
| Brady | John Joseph | ? | P | Sued | Diocesan | Per 2/04 article, woman says she was abused every Sunday from 1944-1948 by Brady, a former pastor at St. Catherine's of Genoa parish in Manhattan. She says that her sister and other girls were also abused by Brady. Claims are included in suit filed 2/26/04 by woman and 14 other victims of abuse by total of 11 priests. Deceased. | New York, NY | Source: Perez et al v. Parrakow, et al, Supreme Court of NY, County of NY, 2.26.04; Daily News (NY) 2.27.04 |
Brady | Martin A. | 1956 | P | Sued | T.O.R. (Franciscan) | Named in 2/05 suit. Accused of abuse of 16 yr old youth in late 1970s. Brady was his teacher at Bishop Carroll High School in Ebensburg. Accuser became a priest but diocese placed him on leave after he filed the lawsuit so he resigned from active priesthood 4/06. Brady also worked in MN, Virginia and WV. He died 3/03 in Wheeling WV diocese. A second man came forward 2012 to report confidential settlement with Order & Barry Robinson High in 2003 & 2004. Diocese refused to settle. | Altoona-Johnstown, PA | Source: Associated Press 2.18.05; Franciscan Friars Website 2003; Centre Daily / AP 4.12.06; The Virginian-Pilot 8.7.12 |
Brady | Thomas F. | 1959 | P | Arrested | Diocesan | Arrested 10/14/11 on recent charges of inappropriately touching a 13 yr old boy. Immediately placed on administrative leave. Another boy has made similar allegation. He retired from Good Shepherd Parish in Marine Park in 2009 but still lives in the rectory. He has had multiple strokes and is undergoing chemotherapy for lung cancer. Many blame his medical conditions for his behavior. No indictment 5/12 on criminal charges but remains on leave while diocese continues investigation. | Brooklyn, NY | Source: WABC 10.14.11; NBC New York 10.14.11; CBS New York 10.14.11; NY 1 10.15.11; NY Times 10.15.11; NY Daily News 10.16.11; The Gothamist 10.16.11; Brooklyn Daily 10.17.11; Brooklyn Daily 10.18.11; CBS New York 10.23.11; Brooklyn Daily 10.24.11; NY Daily News 1.3.12; Sheepshead Bites 1.4.12; Brooklyn Daily 5.11.12; SNAP Statement 5.11.12 |
| Brady | Timothy | B | Charged | Marist | Has been a Marist brother since 1964. Accused of abuse of 3 boys in 1987. Arrested and charged 1988. Sentenced to prison. Records were sealed. Still Marist brother as of 6/10 per their website. | New York, NY | Source: United Press International 5.13.88; NY Times 5.14.88 | |
Brady | Vincent | 1967 | P | Settled | Diocesan | One woman came forward in 1999 to allege abuse in 1970s when she was in early teens. She filed suit 2000 and it settled for $350,000. Brady sent for therapy and reassigned until 2nd woman came forward in 2002 re abuse in 1970s. Diocese found her allegation credible. She filed suit and it settled in Feb. 2004. 3rd woman also sued. First victim filed a new suit alleging defamation and intentional infliction of emotional distress after Brady revealed her suit. | Sacramento, CA | Source: Sacramento Bee 4.01.02; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; Sacramento Bee 6.16.02; Sacramento Bee 8.11.02; Sacramento Bee 12.03.02; Sacramento Bee 4.01.03; Sacramento Bee 6.26.03; Sacramento Bee 2.05.04; Sacramento Bee 6.30.05 |
Brague | Robert J. | 1970 | P | Sued | Diocesan | In 1988 bishop learned that Brague was involved in sexual relationship with girl starting at age 17. Brague denied initially but confessed when girl got pregnant. Civil suit filed. Settled 1995. Brague moved to Venice FL diocese and continued as a priest until his death in 1997. | Scranton, PA | Source: Sarasota Herald-Tribune 12.20.97; Times-Leader 7.9.06 Assignments: Times Leader 7.9.06 |
Braley | James E. | 1975 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Braley, pastor of Blessed Kateri Tekakwitha Parish in Plymouth, was removed 2/12 after recent allegation of abuse of a minor in early 1980s. The archdiocese notified authorities and has begun its own investigation. Braley has denied allegations. Braley was assigned at St. Peter Parish, in Cambridge, from 1975 to 1981, and at Archbishop Williams High School, in Braintree, from 1981 to 1986. | Boston, MA | Source: Patriot Ledger 2.12.12; CBS Boston 2.12.12; The Boston Channel 2.12.12; The Enterprise 2.12.12; The Patch 2.12.12; Boston Globe 2.12.12; Fox 25 2.13.12; Boston Herald 2.13.12; Statement by Archdiocese of Boston 2.13.12; Salem News 2.14.12; Boston Herald 2.14.12; Wicket Local Braintree 2.15.12; The Patch 2.16.12; Wicket Local Plymouth 2.17.12; Wicked Local Salem 2.23.12 |
Branconnier | Gerard L. | 1978 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Accused in 1993 (?) civil suit of abusing 16 yr old boy at North American Martyrs Parish, Auburn some years previously. Removed from active duty in 1993. Suit settled for approx. $35K. In 2006 same Plaintiff alleged that Branconnier was continuing to function as a priest (without authorization from Diocese) and asked that he be laicized. | Worcester, MA | Source: Telegram & Gazette 12.14.05; Telegram & Gazette 3.22.06 |
Bransfield (Bp) | Michael J. | 1971 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Bransfield, Bp of Wheeling-Charleston Diocese since 2005, was named as an abuser of boys in testimony by one witness in trial of Msgr. Lynn/Fr. Brennan in Philadelphia 4/12. Another testified Bransfield had a lewd conversation with him. Both men were testifying about abuse by Stanley Gana. Prosecutor in trial also said that Bransfield had been accused in separate instance of fondling a minor in 1970s. Bransfield has denied the allegations. Investigation continues 7/12. | Philadelphia, PA | Source: Collection of articles prior to 7.13.12; Washinton Post 7.14.12; Philadelphia Inquirer 7.22.12; Charleston Gazette 7.23.12; Charleston Daily Mail 7.23.12; Herald-Star 7.24.12; SNAP Statement 7.24.12; Statement from Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston 7.24.12; Catholic News Agency 7.25.12; Catholic Sentinel 7.26.12; TheMediaReport 10.15.12 Assignments: ; Biography of Bp. Bransfield from Wheeling-Charleston Diocese website; BA.org Assignment Record |
| Brassard | Ronald E. | 1974 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Plaintiff claims he was 13 and student at St. Henry's Seminary in Illinois in 1970s when abuse began. Said Brassard and several other priests abused him Sued 1995. Diocese said that, due to inconcistencies, Brassard would remain active at Immaculate Conception Parish in Cranston pending further investigation. Still active pastor at same church per diocesan website accessed 9/22/07. | Providence, RI | Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch 2.07.94; St. Louis Post-Dispatch 4.07.95; Providence Journal 5.5.95 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Braun | David Francis | 1954 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Newly identified as abuser in Archdiocesan Report of 3.20.06. Deceased as of 12/97. No other information found. | Chicago, IL | Source: Chicago Archdiocesan Report 3.20.06 page 1; Chicago Sun-Times 3.21.06; Chicago Tribune 3.21.06 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Braun | Eugene | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused in 2005 of abuse of at least 2-3 girls in mid-1960s at Little Flower Church. He denied all allegations. One of the girls told her mother who alerted another priest. This priest promised that Braun would be "put in a mental hospital. Instead,he left the priesthood "on his own" about 1975. One of the women settled her claim prior to 8/07. | Reno, NV | Source: Reno Gazette-Journal 10.09.05; Reno Gazette-Journal 3.31.06; Reno Gazette-Journal 8.19.07; Reno Gazette-Journal 10.22.10 | |
Bravo | Roberto | 1998 ? | P | Accused | Dominican | Accused of abuse of 6 teenage girls in 1999 in Antioch. He was reported to police but girls refused to testify and charges dropped. He was transferred to Utah and had similar problems there. Transferred to San Francisco and then to St. Albert's Seminaryin Oakland in 2002. Several other abusers lived at the Seminary. Bravo was allowed to come and go freely. Left St. Albert's in 2/05 when they placed restrictions on him. | San Francisco, CA | Source: ABC7 4.6.05; Associated Press 4.7.05; San Jose Mercury News 4.1.08; Contra Costa Times 4.1.08 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Bredemann | George V. | 1983 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Attended 3 seminaries; one said he should never be a priest. Former executive for Boy Scouts. Abused 15 boys before becoming a priest and at least 8 after. Arrested 1988. Sentenced 1 yr jail in 1989 and lifetime probation (after intervention by Bp O'Brien). Victims were 8, 10 and 14 yrs old. Arrested in Miami trying to flee to Brazil. Sentenced to 45 years. Civil suits filed in 1990 and 1992; settled 1991 & 1994. Bishop knew of past allegations prior to ordination. Laicized 2003. Died in prison 4/12. | Phoenix, AZ | Source: Phoenix New Times 10.25.89; Phoenix New Times 3.7.90; Phoenix Gazette 5.23.93; Arizona Republic 7.10.93; Arizona Republic 8.1.94; Phoenix Gazette 8.5.94; Phoenix Gazette 8.5.94; Arizona Republic 8.5.94; Arizona Republic 4.1.02; Associated Press 6.21.02; Arizona Republic 6.22.02; Arizona Republic 6.2.03; City of Angels 6.9.08; Arizona Republic 2.27.10; Arizone Republic 11.16.11 Assignments: Phoenix New Times 4.6.12 (add'l article); Arizona Republic 4.6.12 (add'l article) |
| Breen | Christopher | 1960 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Woman filed civil suit 9/08 alleging that Breen abused her from 1968-1972 when she was a teenager attending St. Paul Cathedral Church & went to him for counseling. Breen, a native of Ireland, came to Yakima immediately after ordination. He also taught at the diocesan high school. He took a one-yr leave of absence in 1978 but never returned and later left the priesthood and married. Suit settled 3/11 for $287.5K. Also named in 2nd suit 11/10 as having knowledge of abuse by Sean Dolan and doing nothing. | Yakima, WA | Source: Seattle Post-Intelligencer 2.27.96; Yakima Herald-Republic 9.5.08; Yakima Herald-Republic 7.4.10; Yakima Herald-Republic 11.8.10; Yakima Herald-Republic 3.25.11; Yakima Herald-Republic 10.21.11; Yakima Herald Republic 1.15.13 |
Breen | Vincent Ignatius | 1936 | P | Sued | Diocesan | In 1982, Breen, then age 70, agreed to retire (resign), seek treatment, and leave area to avoid prosecution for fondling eight girls over 1 1/2 yr period. May have been as many as 100 victims. Vicar General Macchi of the Diocese stated that he had first heard "rumors" of Msgr. Breen's activities 3 years before. Died in 1986. Civil suit filed in 2003(?). New suit filed 11/10 re abuse in 1980-81. | Oakland, CA | Source: United Press International 1.11.82; San Jose Mercury News 12.31.87; San Jose Mercury News 5.23.04; Tri-Valley Herald 3.30.05; The Argus (Freemont, CA) 5.9.05; The Argus 5.10.05; The Argus 5.11.05; Pioneer News 5.19.05; San Jose Mercury News 3.30.08; San Jose Mercury News 3.31.08; Contra Costa Times 4.1.08; Bay Area News Group 4.1.08; Contra Costa Times 11.9.10; Sacramento Bee 11.10.10; Alameda County Superior Court Complaint 11.9.10 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Brenkle | John J. | 1958 | P | Cleared | Diocese | Per 9/08 article, Brenkle was placed on leave in 2005 after man complained that he had molested his 7th grade son in approx 1995. Brenkle denied the allegation. Diocese investigated, exonerated him, and returned him to duty. Brenkle says he has a letter from the youth saying that nothing happened. Brenkle has been serving as chairman of diocese's Lay Review Board, SNAP wants him off the board as unable to be impartial. | Santa Rosa, CA | Source: Press Democrat 9.16.08; St. Helena Star 9.25.08; St. Helena Star 10.2.08; St. Helena Star 10.10.08; Weekly Calistogan 10.16.08 |
| Brennan | Edward C. | 1963 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Named in 2002 suit against 12 priests where 1 girl accused him of abuse when she was 11. Also named in massive civil suit filed 10/03 where 27 victims allege abuse by 24 priests. In the suit two sisters accused Brennan of sexually abusing them from 1965-1969 and 1967 through 1974. Girls were 9 and 7 when abuse began. Believed to have died in 2000. | Brooklyn, NY | Source: USA Today 11.11.02; Newsday 10.02.03 |
Brennan | Francis | P | Sued | Diocesan | Civil suit filed 2005 alleging abuse in 1961. Abuse reported at the time to bishop, who moved him to a convent. He was reassigned to Parish in 1970. Court ruled in 2006 that plaintiff waited too long to file suit. A 2nd victim came forward to allege abuse in same time period. Brennan died1974. In 7/07 the Superior Court of PA upheld the 2006 ruling that SOL had run. | Scranton, PA | Source: Times-Tribune 4.21.06; Times Leader 7.9.06; Times Leader 7.9.06; Times-Tribune 7.10.07 Assignments: Times Leader 7.9.06 | |
Brennan | George | 1987 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Civil suit filed 11/05 accuses Brennan of abusing an 11 yr old boy in early 1980s when Brennan was seminary student at Incarnation Catholic Church. Brennan pleaded no contest in 1991 to exposing himself to undercover deputy at a highway rest stop. Retired 9/08 but continued to assist at Incarnation Parish. Died 1/20/11. | Venice, FL | Source: NBC 15 (AP) 11.9.05; Bishop's Letter to the People 11.10.05; Injury Board 9.5.08; Diocese of Venice statement 1.11 |
Brennan | James J. | 1989 | P | Sued | Diocesan | In 1/06 he was accused of abuse in 1998 and removed. In 8/06 Archbishop deemed there had been abuse and permanently removed him. Matter referred to the Vatican. Named in report and presentment by new Philadelphia Grand Jury on 2/10/11.Accused of rapinga14 yr old boy in 1996. Defense attorney is casting doubt on veracity of Plaintiff. Refused plea agreement 6/11. Trial held but Jury deadlocked 6/12 and mistrial declared as to Brennan. To be retried 3/13. Named in new suit by 1 man 9/18/12. | Philadelphia, PA | Source: Phiadelphia Inquirer 1.26.06; 6ABC 8.28.06; Philadelphia Inquirer 8.29.06; PhillyBurbs 8.29.06; Archdiocese of Philadelphia Website; Announcement of Investigation by the Philadelphia District Attorney 2.10.11; Statement by Philadelphia District Attorney 2.10.11; Philadelphia Grand Jury Final Presentment 2.10.11; Philadelphia Grand Jury Final Report II 2.10.11; Philadelphia Inquirer 2.10.11; Island Crisis 2.10.11; Washington Post 2.10.11; NBC Philadelphia 2.10.11; CBS Philly 2.10.11; Statement of Cardinal Justin Rigali 2.10.11 Assignments: CNN 2.10.11 (add'l article); Times Leader 2.10.11 (add'l article); Philadelphia Inquirer 2.11.11 (add'l article); Philadelphia Inquirer 6.23.12 (add'l article); 2012 Trial Narrative and Resources from Bishop Accountability; Philadelphia Archdiocesan Priest Data Profile |
| Brennan | John Lawrence | 1932 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Accused of abuse between 1954-1956. Died 1983. LA archdiocese counts 1 accuser. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 1 Assignments: LA Archdiocesan Report Addendum 11.15.05; LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
Brennan | Robert L. | 1964 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Subject of numerous complaints about "inappropriate or suspicious behavior" with more than 20 boys dating to 1988, He was allowed to remain active as chaplain at a nursing home for nuns until he was named in the 2005 Grand Jury Report. The archdiocese then removed him because he could not be effective in ministry after the publicity. Add'l complaint of abuse in 1960s was substantiated and he was placed on permanent leave as of 8/07. Canonical process pending. New suit filed 5/11. On 1994 secret list. | Philadelphia, PA | Source: Philadelphia Grand Jury Report; Philadelphia Inquirer 9.23.05; Philadelphia Inquirer 9.25.05; Philadelphia Daily News 9.27.05; The Reporter 9.27.05; Philadelphia Inquirer 9.27.05; Philadelphia Daily News 8.10.07; Anderson & Associates 5.9.11; Main Line 5.9.11; John Doe 172 v. Archdiocese of Philadelphia et al, Case No. 110500870, Court of Common Pleas of Philadelphia Co. 5.9.11; Reuters 5.9.11; My Fox Philly 5.9.11; Beaumont Enterprise 5.9.11; Daily Times 5.10.11; Philadelphia Inquirer 5.10.11 Assignments: Morning Call 9.11.11 (add'l article); 1994 Memo from Fr. William Lynn to Asst. Vicar for Admin. re Names in Philadelphia Secret Archives, released 2.27.12 (add'l article); Philadelphia Archdiocesan Priest Data Profile; Archdiocese of Philadelphia Assignment Record (Rev) |
| Brennan | Timothy J. | 1978 | P | Convicted | Benedictine | Pled guilty 1987 to aggr. sexual contact with 15 yr old boy in 1983 at Delbarton School. Received 1 yr suspended sentence and sent for therapy. Confidential settlement with Plaintiff. Officials at St. Mary's Abbey said he was allowed to continue workingat churches in NY for more than 10 yrs. He was working in Rochester NY in 2002 when placed on leave. Additional complaint filed 2002. Order sent him to rehabilitation center for rest of his life. Newly named in amended Travers suit 6/12. | Paterson, NJ | Source: Bergen Record 3.20.87; Star-Ledger 6.28.02; Rochester Democrat & Chronicle 6.28.02; Daily Record (NJ) 10.6.02; Daily Record 8.5.04; Star-Ledger 8.6.04; Under the Green Wave 6.5.12; NewJersey.com 6.5.12; WHTC 6.5.12; Morristown Patch 6.5.12; Star-Ledger 6.6.12; New Jersey 101.5 6.6.12; Daily Record 6.6.12; Washington Post 6.6.12; Daily Record 6.29.12 Assignments: The Patch 6.29.12 (add'l article); Star-Ledger 6.30.12 (add'l article); Star-Ledger 11.15.12 (add'l article); Observer-Tribune 12.11.12 (add'l article); Observer-Tribune 12.11.12 (add'l article) |
Brennan | William B. | 1953 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Placed on leave in 2003 after allegations of sexual misconduct during early years of ministry. Three female complainants made separate allegations. Archdiocese investigated for 9 months before determining that allegations were credible. Vatican permanently removed from active ministry per 9/05 announcement.. No criminal charges because of statute of limitations. Died 2/5/12. | Detroit, MI | Source: Archdiocese of Detroit News Release 3.4.03; MLive.com (AP) 3.5.03; Detroit Free Press 3.6.03; Detroit Free Press 4.14.03; Detroit News 9.16.05; Michigan.com 2.7.12 |
Breton | Philippe "Philip" C. | 1936 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Served in 14 parishes. Placed on leave 3 times--1950, 1951, and 1957--and returned to ministry 3 times. Retired in 1978. Died 1984. Personnel files released 12/02. Accused of abusing altar boys in both Boston, MA and Manchester, NH dioceses. 4 claims included in the NH 10/02 settlement for $950K. Abuse dates back to early 1950s and Boston, at least, knew then. Boston AD database 8/11 reports no formal determination of guilt because he died prior to a canonical investigation. | Boston, MA | Source: Letter from Eckert Law Firm to Archdiocese of Boston 9.27.93; Associated Press 5.31.02; Manchester Union Leader 10.12.02; Boston Globe 12.20.02; Boston Herald 12.20.02; Milford Daily News 12.22.02; Metrowest Daily News 12.22.02; Gloucester Times 4.14.09; National Catholic Register 8.25.11; Daily News 8.26.11; Salem News 8.26.11 Assignments: Boston Archdiocesan Assignment Record; Boston Archdiocesan File Search Showing Assignments and Accusations; Boston Globe Obituary 4.15.84 |
Brett | Lawrence F. X. | 1962 | P | Accused | Diocesan | 1993 lawsuit claimed Brett abused a teenage altar boy from 1961-1963. Diocese received complaint in 1964 re abuse of a 19 yr old that Brett admitted to. He also attempted to molest a high school student. Insurance company paid $250K settlement in 1994 to two victims Brett molested after he transferred to Sacramento, CA. Also abused in Baltimore, MD. He fled to Caribbean in 1993; located in 2002 but fled again. Named in 2008 civil suit. Laicized. Died 12/10. | Bridgeport, CT | Source: Hartford Courant 8.12.97; Hartford Courant 8.13.97; Associated Press 8.27.97; New York Law Journal 11.12.99; Orlando Sentinel 4.05.00; Hartford Courant 3.17.02; NY Times 5.12.02; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; Hartford Courant 8.29.02; Hartford Courtant 8.30.02; Connecticut Post 9.01.02; Hartford Courant 9.19.02; Archdiocese of Baltimore 9.25.02; Baltimore Sun 3.06.05; Baltimore Sun 6.17.05 Assignments: Baltimore Sun 3.02.07 (add'l article); Connecticut Post 12.16.08 (add'l article); Hartford Courtant 1.5.11 (add'l article); Chicago Tribune 3.11.12 (add'l article); Assignment Record Compiled by Law Firm; BA.Org Assignment Record |
Breuning | Walter A. | 1954 | P | Sued | Diocesan | 5/02 news articles say Breuning (who retired in 1999) and six other priests in Peoria Diocese were asked to step down from public ministry.The article referemces "recent allegations of sexual misconduct involving minors" against all seven. Three separate suits filed 12/05 alleged abuse when they were children. Name is sometimes spelled Bruening but it is Breuning per the Official Catholic Directories consulted. Suit dismissed by lower cour but reinstated by Appeals Court 1/09. | Peoria, IL | Source: Diocesan Press Release 5.30.02; Copely News Services 5.30.02; Chicago Tribune 5.31.02; Catholic Post 6.9.02; WEEK 11.30.05; Copely News Service 11.30.05; Peoria Journal Star 12.1.05; LincolnCourier.com 12.2.05; Catholic Post 12.4.05; Peoria Journal Star 4.14.07; Peoria Jounal Star 10.13.07; Journal Star 1.21.09 Assignments: Copely News Services 5.30.02 |
| Brewer | Michael E. | 1986 | P | Sued | Diocesan | In 1990 Brewer allegedly fondled young man who was spending night at rectory. When diocese informed, answer was "this happens to young men all the time" and that Plaintiff "would get over it." Trial court dismissed 6 of 9 counts against Defendants. Appeals court allowed claims of negligent supervision. MO. Supreme Court ruled in 1997 that judges and juries should not question how the church supervises its clergy. | Kansas City-St. Joseph, MO | Source: Kansas City Star 9.14.94; Kansas City Star 10.14.94; Gibson v. Fr. Michael Brewer, et al, Missouri Court of Appeals, Western District, 3.5.96; Kansas City Star 3.6.96; Kansas City Star 8.20.97; SNAP Press Release 2.16.10 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Briceno (Brecino) | Joseph Cervantez | 1981 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Placed on leave in 1992 after accusations he abused a young brother and sister in early 1980s. Privileges not permanently removed until 2002. Indicted 2003. Left for Mexico in 1992 and was an active priest there. Diocese asked him to return but he refused. Finally waived extradition and was returned to Phoenix in Jan. 2006. Trial started 10/11/06. Pleaded guilty 10/16/06. Sentenced to 2 yrs prison and 3 yrs probation and to register as sex offender. | Phoenix, AZ | Source: Associated Press 6.21.02; Arizona Republic 6.22.02; Associated Press 6.2.03; Arizona Tribune 6.11.03; Arizona Republic 8.10.03; West Valley Tribune 1.4.06; Arizona Daily Star 1.4.06; Arizona Republic 7.29.06; KVOA 9.13.06; Arizona Daily Star (AP) 9.15.06; KOLD 10.12.06; Arizona Republic 10.12.06; Arizona Republic 10.12.06 (2nd); Arizona Daily Star 10.13.06; Arizona Republic 10.18.06 Assignments: Tucson Citizen 12.16.06 (add'l article); Arizona Republic 2.27.10 (add'l article); Chicago Tribune 3.11.12 (add'l article) |
Brickley | John J. | 1935 | P | Sued | Diocesan | 1999 lawsuit alleging Brickley abused a man from 1966-1971 (beginning when the man was 8 yrs old) settled in 2000. Another man said that Brickley abused him at age 12 and that he complained to archbishop at some time after 1994. Brickley placed on leave in 1998 and died same year. At least 1 claim included in $2.6 mil settlement with Archdiocese 3/07 | Dubuque, IA | Source: Telegraph Herald (Dubuque) 3.2.99; Telegraph Herald 8.05.00; Des Moines Register 4.04.04; Sioux City Journal 1.06.06; Telegraph Herald 3.07.06; Des Moines Register (AP) 3.28.07 Assignments: Archdiocesan Report on Assignments and Other Information 9.22.06 |
| Brickman | Donald P. | 1981 | P | Sued | Diocesan | After accusation of abuse in late 1980s, he received evaluation and treatment and then was returned to ministry without incident. Brickman had been serving as the Diocese's judicial vicar and was one of highest ranking priests in diocese. Obvious promotions within Diocese after he abused and was returned to duty. Placed on leave in 2002 and named in 2003 civil suit. Laicization announced 12/26/08. | Cleveland, OH | Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer 4.09.02; Akron Beacon Journal 4.09.02; Diocese of Cleveland News Release 12.26.08 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Bridgette | Sister | N | Sued | Poor Sisters of Nazareth | Accused in 2003 suit of sexually abusing a girl at the Nazareth House Orphanage 1971-72. Suit also alleged abuse by Rev. Robert Buchanan and Msgr. I. Brent Eagan. Complainant filed suit again in 2006 when San Diego diocese stopped paying for therapy after one year. Sr. Bridgette was reportedly deceased as of 2003. | San Diego, CA | Source: NBCSanDiego.com 10.14.03; San Diego Union-Tribune 10.15.03; San Diego Union-Tribune 6.16.06 | |
Brinker | Brian J. | 1988 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Woman filed complaint in 1996 with police and diocese accusing Brinker of inappropriately touching her son on trip to San Francisco and showing him pornographic movies in Las Vegas. Psychiatric report was completed but Brinker allowed to continue working. In March, 2002 he was placed on leave but then allowed to resume work. In 2005 the Vatican founds claims against him to be unsubstantiated. | Rockville Centre, NY | Source: Newsday 4.10.02; Newsday 1.25.05 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record and Other Info |
Brinkman | Terence P. "Terry" | 1973 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Man filed civil suit 7/10 alleging that Brinkman had molested and raped him between 1974-1976 while assigned to St. Charles Borromeo Church in Houston. Plaintiff alleged that in at least two incidents, Brinkman used chloroform to render him unconscious before raping him. Suit was dismissed on Motions for Summary Judgment (as to SOL) 11/10. Plaintiff has requested new trial. Still active priest in Baytown at St. John the Evangelist Parish as of 12/10. Apparently never placed on leave during case. | Galveston-Houston, TX | Source: John Doe I v. Roman Catholic Arch of Galveston-Houston, Harris Co. District Court, Cause No. 2010-41180, 7.2.10; Houston Press 11.9.10 |
| Brinkmann | Frederick C. | 1975 | P | Accused | Redemptorist | Brinkmann's name is on 9/26/02 list of priests affiliated with Archdiocese of Baltimore who were accused of child sexual abuse. In 1996 an individual alleged sexual abuse during the late 1970s. The Archdiocese told the Redemptorists. Brinkmann was assigned to Baltimore from 1977-1978. Both 1993 and 2002 Catholic directories show him assigned to the New York Archdiocese. | Baltimore, MD | Source: Archdiocese of Baltimore 9.25.02 |
Brisson | Paschal (James) | B | Accused | Benedictine | Brisson is one of 10 individuals included in 3/11 settlement by St. John's Abbey of Collegeville. All of the accused taught at St. John's Preparatory School or were assigned to parishes in St. Cloud. He reportedly "left the abbey." As part of settlement, the Abbey will release the names of 17 individuals with credible allegations against them. Behind the Pine Curtain reports that he worked in Bahamas and Puerto Rico and that abuse occurred in Humacao, Puerto Rico. Same source says he is deceased. | St. Cloud, MN | Source: Star Tribune 3.29.11; Star Tribune 3.30.11; St. Cloud Times 4.1.11 | |
| Brizzolara | Andrew | 1976 | P | Accused | Scalabrinian--Missionaries of St. Charles | Brizzolara resigned from his parish assignment in New Haven, CT 1/04 after allegations surfaced that he had molested a child in early 1980s when he was working in Boston Archdiocese. He was ordered to leave CT and to reside with members of his order in NY state. Omitted from 2011 Boston AD database because he was an Order priest. | Boston, MA | Source: New Haven Register 1.18.04; Boston.com 1.18.04; Hartford Courant 1.19.04; Boston Globe 1.19.04; Boston Herald 1.19.04; Boston Globe 11.20.11 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Broderick | John W. | 1989 | P | Acquitted | Diocesan | Arrested 2/08; charged with abuse of 4 children from one family in 2007 in Nicolville (Albany diocese). Assigned to Syracuse diocese. Privileges removed in 2008 by Syracuse for "incidents unrelated to sexual abuse." Staying at Holy Name of Jesus Academywhen he was arrested. At least 1 more possible victim. He sued accusers 11/08. Suit dismissed 1/10. Found guilty of 1 misdemeanor; acquitted on 2 felony charges 2/09. Court vacated conviction 4/09. Civil case can go forward as of 12/12 Appeals Ct ruling. | Albany, NY | Source: Post-Standard 2.27.08; Daily Gazette 2.28.08; Watertown Daily Times 2.28.08; WSYR 2.27.08; Press and Sun-Bulletin 2.29.08; Watertown Daily Times 3.01.08; Press & Sun Bulletin 3.01.08; Post-Standard 3.05.08; Post Standard 9.4.08; Advocate 9.5.08; Post-Standard 9.24.08; Daily Gazette 10.9.08; Leader-Herald 10.11.08; Leader-Herald 11.10.08; Schenectady Gazette 11.20.08 Assignments: Leader-Herald 11.30.08 (add'l article); Daily Gazette 1.6.09 (add'l article); Albany Times Union 2.18.09 (add'l article); Schenectady Gazette 2.19.09 (add'l article); 10 News Now 3.28.09 (add'l article); Albany Times Union 4.8.09 (add'l article) |
| Broderick | Michael | P | Accused | Diocesan | As part of Davenport Diocese bankruptcy, woman alleged abuse as a minor by Broderick and two other priests. Review board reportedly told her the allegations were credible and she received a settlement. Diocese refused to list the names of these 3 and 15 other priests on their website, saying the allegations were not proven. Woman filed motion in Bankruptcy Court 7/19/12 to force addition of the 3 names to Diocese's public list and in 8/12 Court ruled in her favor. Broderick died 1984. | none | Source: Quad-City Times 7.19.12; SNAP Statement 8.22.12; Globe Gazette 8.23.12; Quad-City Times 8.27.12 | |
Broderson | Donald Eugene | 1968 | P | Sued | Diocesan | 4/03 suit alleged Broderson molested one man many times while he was an altar boy. Broderson was "forced into retirement" in 1991 and officially retired later. Diocese knew of complaints against him in 1991. He was officially restricted but still appeared in 2002 OCD. Became a marriage family therapist/licensed hypnotist in Richmond CA. Settlements in 2003. Admitted to abuse in 1970s. 6 brothers sued '07. Case dismissed and reinstated 2/09 by Appeals Ct. CA Sup Ct dismissed 3/29/12. Died 9/19/10. | Oakland, CA | Source: Contra Costa Times 4.3.03; Oakland Tribune 4.3.03; Diocese of Oakland Apology Services 2004; San Jose Mercury News 5.23.04; Alameda Times Star 9.9.04; Oakland Tribune 11.16.04; San Jose Mercury News 3.30.08; San Jose Mercury News 3.31.08; Contra Costa Times 4.1.08; Bay Area News Group 4.1.08; CBS 5 2.10.09; SF Chronicle 2.12.09; California Court Opinions 6.7.09; SF Chronicle 6.11.09; Contra Costa Times 9.27.10 Assignments: Muscatine Journal 1.5.12 (add'l article); ABC News 1.6.12 (add'l article); Patch 3.29.12 (add'l article); San Francisco Appeal 3.29.12 (add'l article); Contra Costa Times 3.29.12 (add'l article); The Leagel 3.20.12 (add'l article) (CA Sup Ct Decision) |
Brodnick | Joseph F. | 1969 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Placed on leave in 2002. He had previously been accused of abuse of an inappropriate relationship with girl in her late teens in the mid 1970s while in Cleveland. He had been treated, evaluated and allowed to return to duty in 1997 when he transferred to Rochester, NY Diocese. He had worked at St. Joseph's hopsital since Jan, 1997. Rochester diocese and hospital knew of past allegations. | Cleveland, OH | Source: Plain Dealer 4.09.02; Beacon Journal 4.09.02; Associated Press 4.09.02; Rochester Democrat and Chronicle 4.11.02; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Brom (Bp) | Robert H. | 1963 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Brom, current bishop of San Diego, testified in 2006 that he had been "investigated [in 1990s] for allegations that [he] took part in a specific orgy at the seminary that was connected with the cardinal." Man had alleged that when he was a seminarian, Brom, then bishop of Duluth, coerced him and others into sex. Matter settled for $100K; Brom denied any wrongdoing. Current Motion to compel production of documents re investigation was quashed when Diocese of San Diego filed bankruptcy 3/07. | Duluth, MN | Source: Boston Globe 3.22.02; New Times (LA) 5.12.02 (in collection); Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; City of Angels 2.28.07; Christian Newswire 3.20.07 |
| Brooks | Robert C. | 1961 | P | Arrested | Diocesan | Arrested 2005 and indicted on charge of possession of or attempt to possess child porn. Placed on leave. Pleaded no contest to charges 10/05. Sentenced in 12/05 to 3 yrs in jail, suspended in favor of 2 yrs probation. Worked in Diocese of Richmond from 1961-1974 and in Diocese of Arlington from 1974-2004. One man came forward just before sentencing to allege that Brooks had exposed himself to the man when he was 13. | Arlington, VA | Source: The Washington Times 2.16.05; NBC 4 2.21.05; Leesburg2day.com 10.5.05; DailyPress.com (AP) 10.6.05; Washington Post 10.9.05; The Connection 10.12.05; Loudon Times Mirror 11.1.05; WVEC 12.12.05; Loudon Times Mirror 12.13.05; Arlington Catholic Herald 12.15.05; Washington Post 12.15.05; Leesburg Today 12.22.05; TimesCommunity.com 12.28.05; Washington Post 12.2.10 |
Brosmer | Thomas J. | 1969 | P | Accused | Diocesan | In 7/12, Brosmer was removed from current assignment at St. Cecelia Church in Columbus after recent allegation that he had abused an 11 yr old boy at St. Nicholas Parish in Zanesville between 1969-1973. He was also a teacher at Bishop Rosecrans High School during that time. Police and review board notified. Review board found allegations credible. No criminal charges to be filed due to SOL. Diocese investigation continues. | Columbus, OH | Source: 10 TV 7.12.12; Columbus Dispatch 7.13.12; WHIZ 7.13.12; NBC 4 7.13.12; Zanesville Times Recorder 7.14.12; WHIZ 7.16.12; Zanesville Times Recorder 7.17.12 |
Broughan | Leonard W. | 1955 | P | Accused | Carmelite | Accused of abuse of 2 youths. Diocese notified in 1993 and 1995. No assignments after 1994. Died 1998. Apparently he was a priest of the archdiocese when some of the abuse occurred but became a Carmelite order priest in 1986. | Philadelphia, PA | Source: The Record 12.27.98; Philadelphia Grand Jury Report; Morning Call 9.22.05; Philadelphia Inquirer 9.25.05 Assignments: Philadelphia Archdiocesan Priest Data Profile |
Brouillette | Robert | B | Convicted | CFC - Congregation of Christian Brothers | Taught at Palma High from 1964 to 1968 & Damien Mem. School in HI in 1970s-1980s. Arrested 1998 in IL for solicitation & child porn charges; convicted 2000. Received 4 yrs. probation. Accused in 7/02 suit of abusing student at St. Laurence High 1996-1998. Suit alleged he had sex with minors at schools in HI, MA, MI and a NM reservation before going to St. Laurence School. 2nd suit 1/03. Living at Vianney Center in MO in 2004; left Order & Center when judge ruled probation was over. New suit 11/7/12. | Chicago, IL | Source: Chicago Tribune 4.21.98; Chicago Sun-Times 4.21.98; Chicago Tribune 8.14.98; Detroit News 6.30.99; Chicago Tribune 11.11.99; Chicago Tribune 11.17.99; Chicago Tribune 12.4.99; Chicago Tribune 1.27.00; Chicago Tribune 3.14.00; St. Louis Post Dispatch 3.3.02; Chicago Tribune 7.08.02; Chicago Tribune 1.8.03; Seattle Times 3.15.03; WMAQ-TV 2.17.04; Chicago Sun-Times 3.27.04 Assignments: Chicago Tribune 7.27.04 (add'l article); Chicago Daily Law Bulletin 4.15.09 (add'l article); HawaiiNewsNow 2.10.12 (add'l article); Monterey Herald 2.27.12 (add'l article); KSBW 2.27.12 (add'l article); BA.org Assignment Record | |
| Brouseau | Louis | B | Sued | Bros of Christian School | Brouseau and two other Christian Brothers were accused of independently molesting a young man over several years at St. Michael's school in 1995 civil suits. . Man's brother also claims abuse by one of the Brothers. Brouseau later left the order. Case settled fall, 1996. | Santa Fe, NM | Source: Oritz y Pino, P. v. Christian Brothers et al 5.17.95; Santa Fe New Mexican 5.18.95; Albuquerque Journal 5.19.95; Santa Fe New Mexican 11.30.95; Santa Fe New Mexican 10.3.96 | |
Broussard | George | 1962 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Sued 2003. Accused of sexual abuse of 3 brothers over a 4 yr period. One plaintiff signed affidavit that his father met with Cardinal Law, then Vicar General of Diocese, in 1973 to report the abuse but Law did nothing. In 6/02 deposition in another case Law admitted that he failed to keep Broussard, his friend and classmate at Seminary, away from children after being warned that he was molesting children. Suit settled 3/06 | Jackson, MS | Source: Boston Globe 6.6.02; Boston Herald 6.6.02; Boston Herald 6.7.02; Kenneth Morrison, et al. v. Catholic Diocese of Jackson, et al., Cause No. 251-02-744CIV 6.11.02; Clarion-Ledger 6.13.02; Deposition of Cardinal Bernard Law 8.14.02; Boston Herald 8.21.02; Clarion Ledger 3.12.03; GoMemphis.com 3.26.03; TheJacksonChannel.com 5.7.03; WLBT 5.28.03; WLOX 5.5.05; Clarion Ledger 5.9.05; Clarion Ledger 3.17.06 |
Broussard | Mark A. | 1986 | P | Arrested | Diocesan | Diocese told police 12/11 about complaint by one man who alleged abuse by Broussard between 1986-1989 at St. Henry Parish in Lake Charles. He was arrested 3/22/12 & charged with 2 counts of aggravated rape and 52 counts of sexual battery. Resigned from priesthood in 1994; personnel file noted unreported history of sexual contact with 4 other youths. Arrested 4/12 on new charges re 1 of 4 names in file. Additional charges filed 6/12. Indicted 8/12. Trial set for 9/13. New suit filed 2.21.13. | Lake Charles, LA | Source: KATC 3.23.12; SNAP Statement on KATC 3.23.12; The Advertiser 3.23.12; KATC 3.23.12; KATC 3.23.12; The Advertiser 3.24.12; KLFY 3.24.12; NECN 3.24.12; American Press 3.27.12; KPLC 3.27.12; KPLC 4.2.12; Sulfer Daily News 4.2.12; KATC 4.2.12; American Press 4.3.12; KATC 6.29.12 Assignments: KPLC 6.29.12 (add'l article); KPLC 8.9.12 (add'l article); San Antonio Express News (add'l article); NECN 1.24.13 (add'l article); WWL TV 2.21.13 (add'l article); The Advocate 2.25.13 (add'l article) |
| Brown | Lawrence | B | Sued | Carmelite | Accuded of abuse between 1955-1956 by 1 accuser. Also named in lawsuit. At least one claim included in 11/06 $10M settlement with Order, LA Archdiocese and 7 people alleging abuse by 5 priests and religious.. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Archdiocesan Report Addendum 11.15.05; Catholic Key 11.10.06 Assignments: LA Times Database 4.20.06 | |
| Brown | Richard T. | 1980 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Brown is accused of molesting a teenage girl in 1981. Police were informed. He was transferred to different parishs without notice to pastors. Also rumors about behavior with 7th-8th grade boys. He was removed from active duty in 1993. In 2002 articles, Dallas Diocese says he is living "as a hermit in a New York monastery." | Dallas, TX | Source: Dallas Morning News 7.06.97; Dallas Morning News 5.04.02 (in collection); Dallas Morning News 3.02.03; Dallas Morning News 3.02.03 (2nd); Catalyst 05.03; Larchmont Gazette 9.19.06 |
Brown | Robert A. | 1939 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused in 2005 of abusing a boy during a rectory overnight in 1970. Brown gave alcohol to group of boys and allegedly masturbated the boy as part of the abuse. Brown is alleged to have abused 3 of the boy's cousins on other occasions. Diocese announcedin 2006 that it had received a credible allegation that Brown sexually abused a minor child 1976-78 together with Mr. Paul Ditto, a lay volunteer. Retired 1984. Died 10/7/91. | Steubenville, OH | Source: Jones SOL Testimony 12.8.05; Diocesan Statement 8.11.06; WTOV 8.11.06; WTOV News 8.16.06; Marietta Times 8.17.06 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Brown (Bp) | Tod D. | 1963 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Man came forward in early 2007 to allege abuse in Bakersfield in 1965 by Brown (now bishop of Orange Diocese) when he was approximately 12 yrs old. The man produced copies of correspondence to and from the Fresno dicoese in 7/97 re the abuse. He alsowrote to Cardinal Mahony in 2002. Brown admitted in deposition 9/07 that he had been accused and that church had investigated. He denied the abuse. Retirement announced 9/12. | Fresno, CA | Source: Collection of Articles prior to 2008; Orange County Weekly 7.20.10; Worthy Adversary 7.2.12; Orange County Register 9.20.12; Times-Standard 9.20.12; Statement by Diocese of Orange 9.21.12 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Brown, Jr. | Wayland Yoder | 1977 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | First complaint 1969 when he was lay catechism teacher in Savannah. Bp Lessard ordained Brown despite advice from Voc. Director. Complaints through late 1980s. Returned to ministry after treatment at St. Luke's in 1986. Abuse in 1960s and 1970s alleged by 3 men. Pled guilty 9/02 to abuse of 2 boys in 1974 while at Cath. Univ Seminary in DC; sentenced 2/6/03 to 10 yrs prison in MD. Released 2008. New suit filed 6/08; settled 10/09 for $4.24M. On Sex Offender Registry. New suit filed 11/11. Laicized 2004 | Savannah, GA | Source: Washington Post 9.26.02; AP 2.6.03; Washington Post 2.7.03; Savannah Morning News 8.17.07; WSAV 10.25.07; Post and Courier 6.26.08; Savannah Morning News 6.28.08; Post and Courier 10.8.09; Savannah Morning News 10.28.09; WTOC 10.28.09; Savannah Morning News 10.29.09; Savannah Morning News 10.30.09; Post and Courier 11.02.09; Savannah Morning News 5.1.10; Post and Courier 12.11.10 Assignments: Savannah Morning News 2.25.12 (add'l article); WSAV 2.27.12 (add'l article); Law360 7.26.12 (add'l article); BA.org Assignment Record |
| Browne | Joseph Aloysius | 1956 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Also referred to as "James Aloysius" Browne. Sued 2003. Accused of rape of girl who was a resident of Diocesan Children's Home in Fort Mitchell between 1963-1966. He would give her alcohol. Impregnated alleged victim and forced abortion. She was between ages of 13-16 when abuse occurred. He left priesthood in 1970 and married. Believed to have moved to Canada. | Covington, KY | Source: Associated Press 4.23.03; Cincinnati Enquirer 4.23.03; Cincinnati Enquirer 4.25.03; Cincinnati Post 4.25.03 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Browne | Stanley Thomas | 1981 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Diocese says it was notified in 2002 that Brown was accused of abusing one minor in early 1980s. May also be another victim. Browne was serving at Ss. Peter and Paul Parish in Green Bay when the alleged abuse occurred. No info in articles re type of abuse or whether victims were male or female. | Green Bay, WI | Source: Associated Press 4.01.02; Green Bay Press-Gazette 4.05.02; Green Bay Press-Gazette 4.10.02; Green Bay Press Gazette 4.11.02; Post Crescent 5.31.02; Capital Times 6.25.02 |
Bruckner | Ronald | 1965 | P | Accused | Diocesan | At least 5 men alleged abuse by Bruckner in 1970s and 1980s at middle school in Albuquerque. Several reported to Archbishop Sheehan in 1995. Bruckner was investigated in 1995 & 2004 by the review board but not removed. 3rd evaluation in 3/05 after 6th man claimed abuse in 1970s. Placed on leave and "retired" 3/05 Lost all privileges 9/05. In 1/08, he was still representing himself as a priest of Santa Fe Archdiocese. | Santa Fe, NM | Source: SNAP Press Release 7.30.04; SNAP Letter to Archbishop Sheehan 3.2.05; Albuquerque Journal (AP) 3.21.05; Associated Press 3.21.05; Albuquerque Journal 3.22.05; Albuquerque Journal 10.10.05; Albuquerque Tribune 10.10.05; Albuquerque Tribune 10.11.05; Albuquerque Journal 10.11.05; Albuquerque Journal 10.12.05; EpiscopalLife online 1.9.08 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Bruening | Allen F. | 1951 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Accused of abusing two brothers almost 20 years apart. Parents first complained in 1968 or 69; diocese said he would receive treatment but instead he was transferred to a new High school. After complaints in 1984 he was removed from Church and assigned as chaplain at Community Hospital. Later given another parish assignment. Civil suit filed 1991. Sent to work in Amarillo TX diocese after treatment at Paracletes Center. Vatican ordered that he be permanently removed from ministry as of 6/14/07. | Cleveland, OH | Source: UPI 7.12.87; Associated Press 7.17.87; Plain Dealer 3.10.02; Plain Dealer 3.11.02; Newhouse News Service 3.15.02; Plain Dealer 4.9.02; Akron Beacon Journal 4.9.02; Plain Dealer 5.5.02; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; Plain Dealer 6.16.02; Amarillo Globe 7.9.02; Plain Dealer 5.26.07; Plain Dealer 6.14.07; Statement by Diocese of Cleveland 6.14.07 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Brueschere | Dave | B | Sued | order? | Named in 2005 civil suit. He is one of several religious accused of abuse at Madonna Manor, a Catholic home for troubled children. At least one claim included in almost $5.2M settlement with Archdiocese in Fall, 2009. | New Orleans, LA | Source: Times-Picayune 8.25.05; Times Picayune 3.11.10 | |
Brugger | Craig F. | 1973 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused in 2002 of sexual abuse of 15 yr old boy in 1974 and also accused of receiving pornography in 1989. Placed on leave 2002 and matter sent to Vatican. Laicization announced 6/06. Brugger died 9/4/10 in Pennslyvania. | Philadelphia, PA | Source: Philadelphia Inquirer 3.22.02; Philadelphia Daily News 3.23.02; Philadelphia Inquirer 12.18.03; Philadelphia Inquirer 9.25.05; Philadelphia Grand Jury Report; Philadelphia Inquirer 9.17.05; Philadelphia Inquirer 9.25.05; Phoenixville News 6.22.06; Philadelphia Daily News 6.23.06; The Mercury 6.23.06; Philadelphia Inquirer 9.6.10 |
Brugman | Bernard | 1943 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Name appears on 7/08 Diocesan Review Board list of clergy "credibly acused" of sexual abuse. One man alleged abuse in 1963 with he was a minor. Died 1965. | Davenport, IA | Source: Quad-City Times 7.10.08; Hawk Eye 7.12.08 Assignments: Catholic Messenger 7.17.08; BA.org Concise Assignment Record |
Brunner | Thomas J. | 1974 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Removed 2003. Accused of abuse of two girls at Mount Notre Dame High School in 1980s. Sent for counseling and reassigned to parish. Another woman complained in 1989 that he had romanced her in 1970s when she was in high school. Restrictions place on him in 1993. Never publicly identified until 2003 when he was placed on admin. leave. Accusations deemed credible. Laicized by Vatican 3/06. | Cincinnati, OH | Source: Dayton Daily News 9.18.03; Dayton Daily News 9.18.03; Cincinnati Enquirer 9.18.03; Dayton Daily News 9.23.03; Cincinnati Post 10.3.03; Cincinnati Enquirer 10.3.03; Dayton Daily News 10.23.03; Dayton Daily News 11.20.03; Dayton Daily News 3.12.04; Associated Press 2.17.05; Archdiocese of Cinicnnati Statement 2.7.06; Cincinnati Post 3.30.06; Dayton Daily News 3.30.06; Dayton Daily News 4.22.07 |
| Bruno | Francis "Frank" D. | 1974 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Removed from 1 seminary because of improper behavior. Graduated from another seminary. Abused one individual at Maris Stella Retreat. Sued 1994. | Trenton, NJ | Source: Star-Ledger 1.14.94 |
| Brusky | David | 1952 | P | Accused | Salvatorian | Accused of abuse of several girls in Reno Diocese at Our Lady of the Snows parish. Served for many years in Africa. Now retired. Diocese paid $50,000 to one woman in 2004 who alleged she was abused as a child. In 2007 Brusky was living in assisted living ceter in Milwaukee. | Reno, NV | Source: Reno Gazette-Journal 10.9.05; Reno Gazette-Journal 10.9.05; Reno Gazette-Journal 8.19.07; Reno Gazette-Jouranl 10.22.10 Assignments: Reno Gazette Journal 10.09.05 |
Bryce | Vincent W. | 1957 | P | Accused | Dominican | Man accused Bryce 4/02 of abusing him in approx. 1977. The complaint was made to the Chicago office of the Dominican Order who notified the Diocese of Grand Rapids, MI where Bryce was serving. Bryce was immediately removed from duty and returned to the Order's headquarters. The abuse occurred in another (unspecified) state. Apparently Bryce admitted to the charge. Per 2007 article, he is still an ordained priest. Last known to be living at St. Louis Univ's Jesuit Hall. . | Grand Rapids, MI | Source: Grand Rapids Press 4.22.02; Grand Rapids Press 5.17.02; Detroit Free Press 4.14.03; WBBM 10.27.08; Journal of Oak Park and River Forest 11.11.07; Voice from the Desert 8.17.08; St. Louis American 5.13.09 |
Brzyski | James J. | 1977 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Accused of abuse of at least one youth in 1980s per June 2006 class action suit. Philly Grand Jury report referred to him as one of the diocese's most brutal abusers. May have abused as many as 100. Placed on leave 1984; left active ministry 1985. Laicized 3/21/05. 2006 suit dismissed by lower court and by 3rd Circuit Court of Appeals 11/07. Name is included on secret 1994 memo from Wm. Lynn to Msgr. James Molloy (released 2/27/12) as "diagnosed pedophile." | Philadelphia, PA | Source: Philadelphia Inquirer 6.24.05; Philadelphia Grand Jury; Philadelphia Grand Jury--Patterns of Abuse; Centre Daily Times (AP) 8.8.05; Philadelphia Inquirer 8.7.05; Philadelphia Inquirer 9.17.05; Philadelphia Inquirer 9.22.05; Virginia Pilot 9.25.05; Morning Call 10.27.05; National Catholic Reporter 4.28.06; Philadelphia Inquirer 6.16.06; Mangum et al v. Archdiocese of Philadelphia et al, 6.14.06; Law.com 11.7.07; Philadephia Daily News 4.3.08; 1994 Memo from Fr. William Lynn to Asst. Vicar for Admin. re Names in Philadelphia Secret Archives, released 2.27.12 Assignments: Philadelphia Archdiocesan Priest Data Profile; Philadelphia Archdiocese Assignment Record - revised |
Bucaro | Michael | 1980 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Man sued 2004 alleging that he was abused by Bucaro in San Bernardino at St. Matthew's Church in Corona in 1980s and also in San Diego. Suit names both dioceses as well as the Archdiocese of Milwaukee and the Congregation of the Priests of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, the order that Bucaro once belonged to. San Bernardino denies any record of past complaint of any kind. Bucaro had been working in prison ministry since 1983. Priest countersued for slander in 2005. Orig. suit settled in 2008. | San Bernardino, CA | Source: Press-Enterprise (CA) 10.04.04; Press-Enterprise 2.14.05; San Bernardino Sun 3.16.05 |
| Buchanan | Robert | 1968 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Sued 2003. Accused of abuse of girl in 1972 at University High School. "Retired" just about the time the allegations became public. Had been working in Reno, Nevada for years but still part of San Bernardino diocese when he retired. 2006 article says he is "no longer in the ministry." | San Diego, CA | Source: Press-Enterprise 8.19.93; Press Enterprise 1.06.94; San Diego Union Tribule 10.15.03; Reno Gazette Journal 11.12.03; Reno Gazette-Journal 7.30.05; San Diego Union Tribune 6.16.06; Reno Gazette-Journal 10.22.10 |
| Bucher | Melvin | 1961 | P | Settled | Franciscan | 1994 suit claims abuse in early 70's. Diocese says he was on leave of absence when abuse occurred so they were not responsible for him. Lower court dismissed as not within scope of employment but Oregon Supreme Court reversed lower court in 1999. This ruling became noted for changing Oregon law. Case settled 1/01 for $512,500. Another man claimed abuse in 1965. Bucher admitted abuse in the 1960s and 1970s. Worked in San Diego, Oregon, and Sacramento. | Portland, OR | Source: The Oregonian 12.24.94; The Oregonian 4.04.95; Associated Press 4.08.99; The Oregonian 4.09.99; The Oregonian 1.27.01; Sunday Oregonian 7.07.02; Oregonian Table 11.12.06; Register-Guard 4.19.07; San Jose Mercury News 4.01.08; Contra Costa Times 4.01.08; Final Report of Document Arbitration 11.24.08; Documents Released by Archdiocese 11.25.08; Ernesto C. v. Franciscans, Cause No. 1337577, Santa Barbara Co. Superior Court 10.5.09; Clover v. Franciscans, Cause No. 1338070, Santa Barbara Co. Superior Court 11.3.09 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Buchette | Anthony L. | 1957 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Retired in 1997. Personnel file produced 12/02. Accused of molesting two teenage brothers after using trophies to lure them to his room at St. Hugh's in Roxbury in late 1970s. 1 suit filed 2002 & settled. 2 accusers filed suit 5/03 and 4 more came forward after suit filed. 4 of 7 accusers participated in 1st Boston settlements. Others didn't file in timely manner. 2005 involuntary laicization announced 3/06. | Boston, MA | Source: Associated Press 12.18.02; Boston Herald 12.18.02; Boston Globe 3.5.03; Milford Daily News 6.2.03; Milford Daily News 7.11.03; Milford Daily News 9.11.03; Archdiocese of Boston Press Release 3.17.06; MetroWest Daily News 3.18.06; Boston Globe 3.18.06; Patriot Ledger 3.18.06; Boston Herald 3.18.06; Metrowest Daily News 8.26.11 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Buck | Daniel Peter | 1971 | P | Accused | Diocesan | One of 5 priests removed 6/02. Had been previously accused of sexual misconduct against an underage teenage girl from 1979-1984 Alleged misconduct was reviewed by the Fitness Review Board some time after 1993 and board recommended he be allowed to stayin ministry as long as he was banned from being alone with minors. At least one claim included in 10/03 settlement of claims by 15 men and women who alleged abuse by 12 priests, Vatican approved permanent removal from public ministry 9/05. | Chicago, IL | Source: Chicago Sun-Times 6.24.02; Chicago Tribune 6.24.02; Chicago Daily Herald 6.25.02; Chicago Sun-Times 1.17.03; Chicago Sun-Times 10.3.03; Chicago Tribune 10.3.03; Chicago Tribune 9.26.05; Chicago Daily Herald 9.27.05; Chicago Sun-Times 9.27.05; Chicago Archdiocesan Report 3.20.06 page 1 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Buckley | Joseph | < 1960 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Man filed civil suit in 2003 alleging that he was sexually abused at age 14 by Buckley in 1971. Man claimed that Buckley gave him a soft drink spiked with rum, enticed him to join him in the shower and then sexually assaulted him. Buckley then gave the youth $20. Encounters continued on several occasions. Buckley retired in 1970 and died in approx. 1975. He was apparently retired at the time of the alleged abuse. Claim included in 11/05 massive settlement. | Hartford, CT | Source: WTNH.com 11.14.03; Hartford Courant 11.1.05; NY Times 11.1.05 |
| Buckley | Michael D. | 1955 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Accused of abuse between 1965-1975. LA archdiocese counts 8 accusers. 1 lawsuit filed. As part of 2007 $660M settlement with 508 plaintiffs, Archdiocese was to release personnel files. Buckley's files were finally released 1/13. Complaints re his morals were received from parents in mid-1960s. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 1; LA Times 4.20.06; LA Daily News 10.12.12; Orange Countly Weekly 1.22.13; Exhibit 49-Personnel Files Released 1.13 Assignments: LA Archdiocesan Report Addendum 11.15.05; LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
Buckman | Franklin | 1963 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Accused of abuse between 1962-1981. LA archdiocese counts 3 accusers. Named in 1 civil suit. In 1984 he resigned from parish in Orange Diocese "because of the burden of administration." Later revealed that he resigned because of abuse allegation. Later transferred to Baker, Oregon Diocese. Woman in Calif. complained of abuse of son in 1989. Removed from ministry at some point and retired to Arizona in 2002. 2005 settlement in Orange for $1,959,700. | Orange, CA | Source: Diocese of Orange Press Release 1.10.04; LA Times 1.11.04; OC Register 1.13.04; LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 3; LA Times 2.18.04; OC Weekly 7.09.04; Orange County Register 5.17.05; LA Times 5.18.05; Monterey Herald 5.25.05 Assignments: Directory Listings Compiled by Arellano of OC Weekly; LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
Buckner | Christopher | 1980 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Placed on leave May, 2007 after allegations of inappropriate conduct with a minor between 1992-1994. Matter has been reported to police. Buckner has denied the allegations. He was working with Catholic Distance University when he was placed on leave from St. Veronica Catholic Church in Chantilly. Investigation still underway 12/10. 2008-2011 Official Catholic Directories show him to be on leave of absence. | Arlington, VA | Source: Diocese of Arlington Press Release 5.04.07; WUSA 5.04.07; Free Lance-Star 5.08.07; Richmond Times Dispatch 5.8.07; Washington Post 12.2.10 |
| Buczyna | Andrew L. | 1987 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Removed from Ministry in 2008. Name first appears on Joliet Diocese list of priests with credible allegations of sexual abuse of minors as revised 3/12/13. Pastor of St. John Vianney in Lockport from 6/1997 to 2009. No further information is known as of 3/16/13. | Joliet, IL | Source: Diocese of Joliet List of Priests with Credible Allegations 3.12.13; Statement by the Bishop of the Diocese of Joliet 3.12.13; WGN 3.12.13; My Suburban Life 3.12.13 |
Budzynski | Daniel A. | 1956 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Name appears on Archdiocese's July 2004 list of priests fully restricted from ministry because of credible allegations of abuse. He was at Villa Clement in West Allis per 1993 Catholic Directory. Retired as of 1994. Archdiocese list revised 11/26/07 reports that he had been laicized. | Milwaukee, WI | Source: Statement by Milwaukee Archdiocese 7.9.04; Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 7.10.04; Milwaukee Archdiocesan Website (updated 11.26.07); Archdiocese of Milwaukee List of Clergy Offenders 3.3.12 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record; Archdiocese of Milwaukee Assignment Record |
Bueche | Gary | 1970 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Removed from parish assignment 4/02 after it was learned that Archdiocese had made a "secret cash settlement" several years previously to a male victime who said he had been sexually abused by Bueche (then a high school chaplain). He was moved to Archdiocesan offices for several years before being allowed to return to parish work. Named as co-conspirator in 05/04 civil case. Vatican has permanently removed from active ministry per 09/05 article. | Detroit, MI | Source: Detroit Free Press 4.3.02; Detroit News 4.5.02; Detroit Free Press 4.11.02; USA Today 11.11.02; Detroit Free Press 4.13.03; Detroit News 9.16.05 |
Buescher | David G. | 1971 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Spiritual Director and Faculty Member (religion, music, speech, liturgy), at St. Thomas Aquinas Seminary, Hannibal, 1971-1976. Reported to be on "Special Assignment" for three years, 1985-1988. Retired in 2005. Reportedly there has been one allegation of abuse against him. No further information known. | Jefferson City, MO | Source: KOMU 5.7.12 |
| Bugge | Gerard (Gerald) | 1969 | P | Accused | Redemptorist | Catholic Directories refer to him as Gerard (Not Gerald). Bugge was named by Baltimore Archdiocese on its Sept 2002 list of abusers. In 1985 he admitted to inappropriate sexual activities with a minor. Accusations reported to the Redemptorists and his facilities were removed. He was in New York per 1970 Cath. Directory, in the District of Columbia per 1980 Catholic Directory, In Harrisburg PA per 1988 Directory and not in 1990 diretory. Died in Nov. 2004. Also known as Gerard Serafin | Baltimore, MD | Source: Archdiocese of Baltimore 9.25.02; Baltimore Sun 11.20.04 |
Bukoski, III | Joseph | 1979 | P | Sued | Sacred Heart | Placed on leave 5/02 after allegations of sexual abuse of 1 youth in 1970s. 2nd accuser also came forward. He was a brother in the Sacred Heart Order at the time. 2 civil suits filed in 2003. At least 1 suit says Order knew of the abuse but still allowed him to be ordained. This suit settled 11/05 after Bukoski admitted to the abuse. Immediately after settlement, criminal charges filed against this Plaintiff on behalf of woman who said she was assaulted by Plaintiff at age 14. He was acquitted 1/07. | Honolulu, HI | Source: Honolulu Advertiser 5.20.02; Honolulu Advertiser 5.24.02; Honolulu Advertiser 8.2.02; Honolulu Star Bulletin 8.3.02; Honolulu Star Bulletin 8.6.02; Honolulu Advertiser 4.24.03; Honolulu Advertiser 5.16.03; Honolulu Star Bulletin 5.16.03; Honolulu Star Bulletin 5.17.03; Honolulu Star Bulletin 7.25.03; Honolulu Star-Bulletin 2.27.04; Honolulu Star-Bulletin 4.8.05; Honolulu Star-Bulletin 11.09.05; Honolulu Advertriser 11.09.05; Honolulu Star-Bulletin 11.30.05 Assignments: Honolulu Advertiser 1.06.07 (add'l article); Honolulu Star-Bulletin 1.06.07 (add'l article) |
| Bulger | Albion F. | 1956 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Accused of molesting one altar boy on 2 occasions in 1974. Lawsuit filed 7/02. Retired in 2001 after accusation was made. Diocese found accusation "credible." Personnel file released 3/03 notes that diocese knew in 1974 about two other claims of abuse by Bluger. At least one claim included in 11/02 settlement involving 28 priests. | Manchester, NH | Source: Union Leader 2.16.02; NH Sunday News 3.3.02; Nashua Telegraph 3.3.02; Associated Press 7.29.02; Union Leader 7.30.02; Nashua Telegraph 11.27.02; Manchester Report by NH Atty General 3.3.03; Documents from NH Atty General Report 3.3.03; Union Leader 3.4.03; Nashua Telegraph 3.5.03; Nashua Telegraph 3.9.03 |
Bullman | Rudolph "Rudy" Carl | 2000 | P | Arrested | Diocesan | Bullman, a retired millworker, became a priest at age 55. Diocese announced in 3/12 that he had been arrested and placed on leave in Dec. 2011 without privileges after investigation found images of nude, underage boys on his computer & game console. Healso admitted that porn occasionally appeared on his computer after searches of other sites but he denied downloading porn. Pled not guilty at arraignment 4/19/12. Plea agreement reached 1/13 will give him 3 yrs deferred adjudication. | Helena, MT | Source: The Montana Catholic 1.16.04; The Missoulian 3.20.12; Daily Inter Lake 3.20.12; Coshocton Tribune 3.21.12; KAJ 3.22.12; Lez Get Real 3.21.12; NBC Montana 3.22.12; KAJ 3.29.12; Daily Inter Lake 4.19.12; NBC Montana 4.20.12; Flathead Beacon 4.21.12; Daily Inter Lake 1.7.13; San Francisco Chronicle 1.8.13; SNAP Statement 1.8.13 |
Bullock | Myron F. | 1953 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Included in a list of accused priests and religious posted by the Law Offices of Mitchell Garabedian on 01/19/11. Garabedian says he has settled at least one claim with Boston Archdiocese re allegations against this individual. Also worked in WashingtonDC Archdiocese. Died 4/17/07. 8/11 Boston AD database reports no formal determination of guilt either because he died prior to canonical investigation or it was not complete at his death. | Boston, MA | Source: Boston Globe 4.21.07; BA.Org List of Boston Priests Not Previously Identified 1.19.11; Boston Channel 1.19.11; Metrowest Daily News 1.19.11; National Catholic Regisger 8.25.11 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Bunn | James F. | 1964 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Parents came forward in 2/03 to say that they told then-Bishop Hogan in 1982 that Bunn had molested their son in their home for several years. Bishop Adamec said he learned of concerns in 1988 and sent Bunn for evaluation. Bunn reassigned after report said he was not threat to kids. After complaint in 2001, Bunn was send for treatment and removed from public ministry in 2002. | Altoona-Johnstown, PA | Source: Tribune Democrat 2.23.03; Tribune Democrat 2.23.03; Daily Herald 3.10.03; Tribune Democrat 3.11.03 |
Buntel | Richard A. | 1971 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Accused 1994 of abusing boy 1979-85 from age 14. Provided boy with cocaine and violent porn; abused him often, including oral sex. He admitted drug use but claimed sex was 1984-85 only. Settled 5/96 for $55K. Accused 2002 of abusing homeless man aged 21. Treated at Our Lady's Hall 1983 for drugs and personal problems. Drugs and boys date to 1971-78 assignment. Evaluated at St. Luke's 1994 & 1997. Removed 2002. Allegations found unsubstantiated. Still under restrictions 2011. See 8/11 Boston AD database. | Boston, MA | Source: Boston Herald 2.8.02; Boston Glove 2.8.02; Boston Herald 2.9.02; Boston Globe 12.4.02; MacLeish Brief 7.21.03; Selected Buntel Documents; ABC News 11.30.07; Huffington Post 11.30.07 (w link to petition); Salon 11.30.07; Boston Globe 12.1.07; Daily News 12.2.07; New Hampshire Sunday News 12.2.07; Boston Herald 12.4.07; National Catholic Register 8.25.11 Assignments: Boston Archdiocesan Assignment Record; Earlier Boston Archdiocesan Assignment Record |
| Buongirno | Richard T. | 1984 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Accused in 1991 by mother of 9-year-old boy. Social services decided the allegation was unsubstantiated and Buongirno denied the charge. Suit was brought by the victim in 2000 alleging abuse 1990-98, and the Norwich diocese settled in 2003 for $700K. Accused 1994 of abusing a 16-year-old boy for 3 years in the 1970s, when Buongirno was a lay teacher. Norwich sent Buongirno to the Institute of Living and returned him to ministry. Removed from ministry 1998. Cited in 11/08 RICO suit. | Norwich, CT | Source: Hartford Courant 6.11.99; The Day 3.12.02; Norwich Bulletin 3.13.02; Worcester Telegram & Gazette 3.17.02; The Day 8.1.02; Worcester Telegram & Gazette 8.2.02; Worcester Telegram & Gazette 9.1.02; The Day 3.4.03; Norwich Bulletin 1.26.07; The Day 5.13.07; The Day 5.13.07 (2nd article); Hartford Courant 12.31.08 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record and More Article Links |
| Bur | Stanislaus | 1950 | P | Accused | Diocesan | In 1992 Man accued Bur of molesting him in January, 1958 and the Diocese of Grand Rapids found accusations credible. Diocese paid up to $1,000 mo for therapy from 1992 - 2001. Bur, then serving in Saginaw Diocese, was forced to retire from active ministry. Additional allegations of old abuse became public in March 2008. | Grand Rapids, MI | Source: Detroit Free Press 4.24.02; Grand Rapids Press 5.17.02; WOOD 3.07.08; Muskegon Chronicle 3.7.08; Grand Rapids Press 3.8.08 |
| Burbach | Marr | B | Sued | Benedictine | Burbach was accused of sexually abusing several members of parish beginning in 1960s. Affiliated with Pecos Benedictine Monastery. Two civil suits filed 1994. | Santa Fe, NM | Source: Cause # CV-94-07031, Bernalilio County, NM | |
Burek | Marcin | S | Arrested | Diocesan | Burek, a native of Poland, was arrested 10/11 and charged with driving down streets and trying to lure at least 4 girls between 13-19 into his car by offering them alcohol and offering to pay them $10 for sex. Per the Diocese, Burek was studing on a student visa to gain "parish ministry experience and to further discern his vocation." He was attending St. Mary's Seminary in Baltimore, MD. He has denied the allegations but is no longer living in parish setting or attending the seminary. | Trenton, NJ | Source: Diocese of Trenton Website accessed 10.11.11; Asbury Park Press 10.26.11; Courier Post 10.27.11; Star-Ledger 10.27.11; Asbury Park Press 11.2.11 | |
Burg | Thomas R. | 1964 | P | Accused | Diocesan | In April, 2002 Diocese released names of Burg and 11 other priests who were no longer in active ministry because of allegations in the past of abuse of minors. Accused of molesting at least 1 young girl during confession. | Cleveland, OH | Source: Plain Dealer 4.9.02; Akron Beacon Journal 4.9.02; Plain Dealer 6.16.02 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Burgess | Robert | B | Sued | Salesian | Plaintiff's atty notified Boston DA 3/02 that his client had been abused by Burgess and another brother of the Salesian Order in 1970. Abuse by Burgess alleged to have occured on trip back from camp in NH and in Burgess' room at the rectory in Boston. Documents included with the Manchester AG report 3/03 and the NH AG Audit Report of 3/7/09. Lawsuit settled. Allegations referred to Suffolk DA. Omitted from 2011 Boston AD database because he was a member of an Order. | Boston, MA | Source: Documents from Manchester AG Report 3.3.09; Union Leader 3.4.03; Boston Globe 11.20.11; BishopAccountability.org 4.11.12; MetroWest Daily News 4.12.12 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record | |
Burke | Andrew | P | Sued | Diocesan | Former altar boy at St. Pius X filed suit 2005 re abuse in the early 1970s. Burke left priesthood in 1973; laicized in 1970s. Committed suicide in 2005, 2nd victim & his nephew alleged abuse after Burke left priesthood. In 11/06 Diocese said that allegation by 1st man has been found credible but rejected his settlement demands. Both men filed suits 7/08 which settled 9/09. Personnel file released to plaintiff who filed in 2005 by court order. Court would not release to new plaintiff who filed 10/09 | Pueblo, CO | Source: Denver Post 9.23.05; Denver Post 10.14.05; Associated Press 11.29.05; Pueblo Chieftain 12.14.05; Pueblo Chieftain 1.27.06; Pueblo Chieftain 2.04.06; Pueblo Chieftain 10.05.06; Pueblo Chieftain 11.12.06; Rocky Mountain News (AP) 11.13.06; Pueblo Chieftain 7.11.08; Pueblo Chieftain 7.23.08; Pueblo Chieftain 10.17.08; Pueblo Chieftain 6.15.09; 9 News 6.16.09; Denver Post 6.16.09 Assignments: Pueblo Chieftain 9.13.09 (add'l article); Pueblo Chieftain 9.13.09 (add'l article); The Gazette 10.21.09 (add'l article); Denver Post 10.21.09 (add'l article); Pueblo Chieftain 10.22.09 (add'l article); Statement by Mermelstein & Horowitz 3.18.10 | |
Burke | Edward Thomas | 1956 | P | Convicted | Jesuit | Admitted to Jesuit superior in 2000 that he abused dependent adult man living/working at Jesuit center. Jesuits moved Burke but did not report accusation to police. Charged 5/9/02, pled guilty. Sentenced 6/28/02 to 2 years in prison at age 80. Claims against Burke and Br. Charles Leonard Connor SJ settled 6/4/02 by Jesuits for $7.5M. Died 2/27/09. | San Jose, CA | Source: LA Times 3.24.02; San Jose Mercury News 3.30.02; San Jose Mercury 4.1.02; LA Times 4.3.02; LA Times 5.10.02; LA Times 5.24.02; San Jose Mercury News 5.24.02; LA Times 6.29.02; LA Times 9.5.02; www.jesuitscalifornia.org 3.2.09; Dallas Blog 3.21.12 |
| Burke | William | P | Sued | Jesuit | Allegations of abuse by Fr. Burke at St. Ignatius Mission on Flathead Indian Reservation are included in 9/11 civil suit against Ursuline Order and Helena Diocese filed by 45 people against 4 nuns, 6 priests and 1 brother. | Helena, MT | Source: The Missoulian 9.27.11; John Does 1-16 et al v. Ursuline Sisters, Diocese of Helena, et al, Cause No. ADV-2011-936, Montana First Judicial District Court, Lewis & Clark County, 10.3.11 | |
Burke (Rockville Ctr) | William Michael | 1946 | P | Sued | Salesian | Burke is named as an abusive priest in one of two massive lawsuits filed against Diocese of Rockville Centre in 2003. He is accused of abusing an elementary school student in 1970s. First time the abuse occurred, Burke was still a deacon. Burke died in house fire in 1995. | Rockville Centre, NY | Source: Newsday 3.14.95; Journal News 6.19.02; Newsday 4.15.03 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record and Other Info |
Burke (St. Petersburgh, FL) | William Michael | 1993 | B | Accused | Salesian | 2002 civil suit alleges abuse in 1986-1987 while Burke was religious brother. Reported in 1989 but Burke still ordained as priest 1993. Was working in New York religious center until suspension in 2002. Order dismissed from suit 11/02. At least one other victim has since come forward. May be living in Virginia as of 7/05. | St. Petersburg, FL | Source: Miami Herald 4.4.02; Chicago Sun-Times 4.4.02; Tampa Tribune 4.4.02; Baltimore Sun (AP) 4.4.02; St. Petersburg Times 5.24.02; Tampa Tribune 11.28.02 |
Burkholder | Robert N. | 1947 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Called one of MI's worst pedophiles. Abused in 1940s. 1st complaint 1968; "retired" 1985. Removed 1993 after admitting in writing to molesting at least 23 boys. Civil suits filed in 1994 (dismissed on limitations) and 1995 (settled). On sick leave per OCD but worked as Army chaplain in Hawaii from 1982. Extradited 2002; pleaded no contest. Sentenced to 30 days jail & 5 yrs probation. Permanently removed w/o privileges 2005. Named in 2 suits in HI in 2009 filed by same Plaintiff. Died 6/6/06. | Detroit, MI | Source: Detroit Free Press 4.12.02; Associated Press 8.27.02; Detroit Free Press 8.28.02; Detroit Free Press 9.13.02; Honolulu Advertiser 9.18.02; Detroit Free Press 11.2.02; USA Today 11.11.02; Detroit Free Press 4.14.03; Detroit Free Press 6.20.03; Associated Press 5.27.05; AveWatch 12.22.08; Honolulu Advertiser 1.23.09; Detroit Free Press 1.25.09; Honolulu Advertiser 7.21.09; Archdiocese of Detroit Status Report 10.09 Assignments: Social Security Death Index accessed 2.12 |
Burnett | James | 1968 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Accused of abuse 2/06. Denied. Removed. Not on 4/06 list of accused priests. Suit filed 5/06 re allegations from 1978-82 when plaintiff was 8-12. Diocese found 1st allegations "not credible" but couldn't resolve credibility of 2nd set. 2nd suit filed 2007. 1st suit dismissed on SOL 9/07. Diocese reopened investigation in 2010. Burnett remains on leave. Added to Joliet list 3/13. 3rd case settled 3/13 for $600K. Personnel file released. Told all 3 plaintiffs that charges had been found substantiated. | Joliet, IL | Source: The Star [Illinois] 2.09.06; Daily Southtown 3.28.06; Chicago Tribune 3.29.06; The Herald News 4.11.06; Chicago Tribune 5.25.06; Chicago Tribune 3.20.07; Daily Southtown 3.30.07; Herald News 3.30.07; Herald News 5.05.07; Daily Herald 9.25.07; Beacon News 9.26.07; Motion filed by Diocese in Rudofski v. Roman Catholic Diocese of Joliet, Cause No. 2007-2007-L-283, Will Co. IL 1.27.11; Chicago Sun-Times 11.4.11; Herald-News 3.12.13; Statement by Diocese of Joliet 3.12.13 Assignments: Diocese of Joliet List of Priests with Credible Allegations 3.12.13 (add'l article); The Patch 3.12.13 (add'l article); Chicago Tribune 3.13.13 (add'l article); ABC 7 News 3.20.13 (add'l article) w/ documents; WLS 3.21.13 (add'l article); cbs2chicago.com 5.24.06 |
Burns | Eugene Patrick | 1955 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused of abuse of 1 girl from age 8-13 between 1961-1966 when he was assigned to St. Catherine Laboure Catholic Church in Glenview. Died 1/05. Claim included in 10/05 settlement by Archdiocese with 24 adults alleging abuse by 14 priests. | Chicago, IL | Source: Chicago Sun-Times 1.21.05; ABC 7 [Chicago IL] 10.27.05; Chicago Tribune 10.28.05; Chicago Archdiocesan Report 3.20.06 page 1; Chicago Sun-Times 3.21.06 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Burns | James M. | 1962 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | In 2003 Diocese released names of Burns and 4 other Catholic priests accused of sexual abuse over last 20 years. Burns was accused "several times" of sexual abuse, sent for therapy, & reassigned. Another allegation made; he was removed from duty and "retired" in 1993. Accused of abuse in AZ and CA by 1 in 2003 CA suit. This claim included in massive 7/07 $660M settlement with LA Archdiocese. Pleaded guilty in 2004 and rec'd. two 1.5 yr sentences. Also accused of abuse of girl. Died 8/6/10 in AZ. | Gallup, NM | Source: Gallup Independent 5.20.03; Arizona Republic 8.14.03; Gallup Independent 5.12.04; Gallup Independent 6.8.04; Gallup Independent 9.3.04; Gallup Independent 9.17.04; Arizona Republic (AP) 9.19.04; Gallup Independent 5.9.05; Gallup Independent 8.2.05; Gallup Independent 8.3.05; Gallup Independent 11.30.06; Gallup Independent 7.21.07; Gallup Independent 7.23.07; Gallup Independent 5.26.11; Gallup Independent 5.27.11 Assignments: Gallup Independent 7.31.12 (add'l article); BA.org Assignment Record |
| Burns | Michael J. | 1973 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Woman says she was 6th grader when he abused her in 1975. Complaint originally made in 2002 and diocese investigated. Found no proof and allowed him to continue as active priest. She filed suit 2004. As of January, 2006, Burns is an active priest. | Trenton, NJ | Source: NJ.com 3.05.04 |
Burns | Peter A. | 1986 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Woman complained to police & church in 1987 that son had been abused during sleepovers at rectory of St. Peter Claver Parish (Sheboygan) during Burns? 1st and only assignment. Burns pleaded no contest in 1992 to charges he molested another youth and was sentenced to 9 months in jail and 10 years probation. Civil suit filed 1993; settled 1994. One victim committed suicide in 1990s. At least one other victim known. Laicized per Archdiocese website list updated as of 11/26/07. On Sex Offender Registry. | Milwaukee, WI | Source: Capital Times 1.22.92; Chicago Tribune 1.23.92; Wisconsin State Journal 11.6.93; Wisconsin State Journal 1.26.94; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; Statement by Archdiocese of Milwaukee 7.9.04; Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 7.10.04; Milwaukee Archdiocesan Website (updated 11.26.07); Archdiocese of Milwaukee List of Clergy Offenders 3.3.12 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record; Archdiocese of Milwaukee Assignment Record |
Burns | Robert M. | 1975 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Abused in Youngstown diocese; sent for counseling & treatment. Transferred to Boston. Youngstown told Boston not to let him be around children. Still abused. Removed from duties in 1991 because of abuse. Pled guilty 3/96 in NH to molesting 2 youths. Served 3 yrs of 8 yr sentence. Admitted to abusing 42 boys and young men. Sued several times. Boston settled claims totaling more than $2.6M between 1992-2002. Convicted again 2005. 11 yr sentence. In prison 11/11. Not on Boston AD database. Laicized 199 | Boston, MA | Source: Worcester Telegram & Gazette 3.7.96; Boston Globe 9.11.98; Boston Globe 9.12.98; Boston Globe 1.24.01; Patriot Ledger 1.31.02; Akron Beacon Journal 4.23.02; Akron Beacon Journal 5.10.02; Times-Picayune 12.13.02; Deposition of Cardinal Bernard Law 1.22.03; Boston Herald 3.14.03; Memorandum 7.21.03; Times-Picayune 7.24.03; Boston Herald (AP) 4.5.05; Boston Herald 4.6.05; Boston Globe 10.1.05 Assignments: Jamaica Plain Gazette 5.29.10 (Add'l article); Jamaica Plain Gazette 9.9.11 (add'l article); Boston Documents; Boston Globe 11.20.11; Resume with Ohio Assignments; Request for Laicization 5.99 with Boston Assignments and Allegations |
| Burr | Thomas W. | 1961 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Burr is one of three priests removed in 5/02 for allegations of inappropirate behavior with teens more than 20 years ago. Burr was working at St. Mary Our Mother in Horseheads when he "resigned." Per Diocese news release 6/7/12, he has officially been sentenced to a life of prayer & penance. | Rochester, NY | Source: Associated Press 5.2.02; Star-Gazette 5.3.02; Rochester Democrat and Chronicle 5.3.02; Democrat and Chronicle 5.4.02; Post Standard (NY) 5.12.02; Star Gazette 6.9.02; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; Catholic Courier 6.7.12 |
Burrill | Ignatius M. | 1937 | P | Accused | Jesuit | Burrill, faculty member and counselor at Loyola Academy in Wilmette for 25 years, died in March, 1987. In 8/11, Jesuit Province of Chicago-Detroit announced that former student of St. Ignatius High School had come forward to allege abuse by Burrill between 1952-1956 when he was on staff at the school. In 4/12, Attorney Mitch Garabedian announced recent settlement of one claim involving Burrill. | Cleveland, OH | Source: Chicago Tribune 3.11.87; Catholic Universe Bulletin 9.2.11; BishopAccountability.org 4.11.12 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Burtchaell | James T. | 1960 | P | Accused | Holy Cross | Burtchaell, a Notre Dame professor and former head of theology dept., resigned tenured position and position as Provost in 1991 after allegations by male students that he subjected them to sexual advances while counseling them. At least one allegation received in 1991 and another was rec'd "considerably before 1991." As of 2003 he was living in Holy Cross priests' residence in Phoenix without privileges. | Fort Wayne-South Bend, IN | Source: NY Times 12.3.91; LA Times 12.7.91; Chicago Tribune 12.12.91; South Bend Tribune 5.4.03; Indianapolis Star (AP) 5.6.03; CatholicCitizens.org 2.3.04; The Orserver 4.25.10 |
Burton | C. Jeffries | 1967 | P | Accused | Jesuit | Placed on leave 6/07 after review of his personnel file revealed allegations of inappropriate touching of a minor in 1982 while Burton was co-director of youth ministry for the Diocese of Charlotte, NC. Diocese informed of allegations in 1994 and Burton acknowledged that the misconduct occurred. Sent for therapy and reassigned. At the time he was placed on leave, Burton was working in Richmond, VA. Had also worked as campus minister at Richard Stockton College of NJ at some point. | Charlotte, NC | Source: Richmond Times Dispatch 7.3.07 |
| Buser | James | 1971 | P | Accused | Capuchin | Buser, (a freshman counselor at St. Lawrence Seminary), Gale Leifeld and Jim Wolf are accused of molesting a man in 1978 while he was a student in a Capuchin-run high school and later at a boarding house. Civil suit filed 1993 but rejected by Court in 1995 as beyond SOL. Numerous victims reported abuse but nothing done by Leifeld, his supervisor. Buser died 12/81 (1979?). | Detroit, MI | Source: Milwaukee Journal 12.20.92; Detroit Free Press 2.11.95; Detroit Free Press 2.14.95; Detroit Free Press 3.29.95; SNAP--Wisconsin 11.14.10 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Bush | Edward E. | 1957 | P | Accused | Diocesan | In 2002, 2 women accuse Bush of sexual misconduct against them when they were in 6th and 8th grades in 1964 or 1965. Removed from ministry 5/02. Bishop confronted him 4/02 and he did not deny charges but instead agreed to resign from all active ministry. He sued Diocese for defamation 9/02. At least 1 woman sued him in 2005. Case withdrawn and then refiled in 1/07. Dismissed 6/07 as beyond SOL. | Peoria, IL | Source: Diocesan Press Release 5.30.02; Copely News Services 5.30.02; Chicago Tribune 5.31.02; Catholic Post 6.9.02; Chicago Tribune 9.5.02; Associated Press 9.5.02; Quad-City Times 2.27.04; Chicago Daily Law Bulletin 7.20.04; Copely News Service 11.30.05; Peoria Jounal-Star 12.1.05; Catholic Post 12.4.05; Belleville News Democrat (AP) 1.24.07; Lincoln Courier 1.25.07; Journal Star 6.23.07 Assignments: Copely News Service 5.30.02 |
| Busman | Henry | B | Sued | Oblate | Busman was one of several religious accused in 2010 civil suit against Diocese, Oblates & Sisters of the Divine Savior which alleged abuse of students at Tekakwitha Indian Mission in Sisseton SD. 6 men and 2 women alleged in the suit that Busman sexually abused then between 1960-1982. | Sioux Falls, SD | Source: MWD et al v. Catholic Diocese of Sioux Falls et al, Minnehaha County Circuit Court 7.30.10,; Argus Leader 8.6.10; Sioux City Journal 8.6.10 | |
| Butler | John R. | 1957 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Ordained for Richmond VA diocese. Worked in WV, Rockville Centre, Trenton & Metuchen Dioceses. Removed from duties 2002 in Metuchen after man complained to Diocese that he and numerous others had been abused by Butler in Rockville Centre in 1950s and1960s. Diocese just moved him to Brooklyn. Also abused at least 1 in Metuchen. This individual was included in Metuchen settlement of 2/03. | Rockville Centre, NY | Source: Asbury Park Press 4.16.02; Newsday 4.23.02; Star Ledger 1.30.03; NY Times 1.31.03; Long Island Newsday 2.12.03; Daily News 4.15.03; NY Times 6.13.03 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record and Other Info |
Butler | Richard Edmund | 1949 | P | Accused | Dominican | Butler was a Dominican priest and served in Tucson at St. Thomas More Newman Center from 1968 to 1974. While in Tucson, Butler was chaplain-director of Los Changuitos Feos de Tucson, a Mexican mariachi band of young men between the ages of 13-17, and travelled with them on tour throughout the United States and Mexico. He died in 1988. In 3/03 Diocese reviewed personnel files and announced Butler and others had been subject of credible allegations of sexual misconduct involving minors. | Tucson, AZ | Source: Dominican Order Lives of the Brothers 1985-1990; Diocese of Tucson Press Release 3.27.03; Arizona Daily Star 3.30.03; Tucson Citizen 2.27.04; Tucson Citizen 10.7.04 Assignments: Diocese of Tucson list of Accused Priests n.d. |
Butler | William L. | 1960 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Butler accused 8/02 of molesting a 13 yr old boy in 1966 while in Canada on a trip to Butler's family property. Suspended by Cardinal Law. Butler denied the charges, saying he never took trip with boy. Believed to be living near Revere as of 10/08. Still on administrative leave as of 8/11 and canonical proceedings are still in process per Boston AD database. | Boston, MA | Source: Boston Globe 8.28.02; Patriot Ledger 8.28.02; Boston Globe 9.1.02; USA Today 11.11.02; Patriot Ledger 10.20.08; Salem News 8.26.11; National Catholic Register 8.25.11; Wicked Local Somerville 8.30.11; Jamaica Plain Gazette 9.9.11 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Buzanowski | Donald J. | 1968 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Suspended 1992. Convicted 2000 on child porn charge; sentenced to 21 months in jail. Admitted in 2002 letter (made public 2003) to molesting 14 boys aged 14-17 in 1969-88. Laicized 3/05. Convicted 7/05 and sentenced to 32 years in prison. Claimant rejected a proposed settlement but lost jury trial 2007. Case dismissed. In 9/08, WI Supreme Court declined to hear appeal. Released 5/12 due to conflict re recent changes to appellate law. Had to get court permission to live in Green Bay | Green Bay, WI | Source: Buzanowski Letter 8.4.02; Journal-Sentinel 3.22.03; Journal-Sentinel 7.27.05; Central Wisconsin Sunday 9.18.05; Press-Gazette 10.6.06; Press-Gazette 10.7.06; Press-Gazette 10.10.06; Yahoo! 11.4.06; Press-Gazette 11.7.06; Press-Gazette 2.1.07; Press-Gazette 2.1.07 (2nd); Press-Gazette 2.1.07 (3rd); Appleton Post-Crescent 2.02.07; Court of Appeals Decision 5.20.08; Wisconsin Law Journal 5.21.08 Assignments: Journal Sentinel 9.3.08 (add'l article); Press Gazette 9.4.08 (add'l article); 58 News 5.6.12 (add'l article); WTAQ 6.13.12 (add'l article); Green Bay Press Gazette 11.11.12 (add'l article); Journal-Sentinel 3.22.03 |
| Byrne | Eamon | < 1960 | P | Sued | Society of St. Columban | Per the 1960 and 1970 Catholic Directories, Byrne was working in Manilla in the Philippines. Sued 1992. Accused of abuse of 1 girl during church outing in 1974. She claimed that abuse was reported to his superiors but no action taken by them. | Chicago, IL | Source: Chicago Tribune 11.17.92 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Byrne | Joseph F. | 1969 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Byrne, a retired priest of the Boston Archdiocese, was in residence at St. Patrick's Church in Falmouth (in Fall River Diocese) and helping with parish work until he was removed 5/12. His removal came after a recent allegation regarding sexual abuse ofa child in early 1970s. He was at St. Matthew, Dorchester between 1969-1975 and at St. John in Quincy between 1975-1985. Boston reported allegations to police and has started an investigation. Received probation in 2005 after theft of parish funds. | Boston, MA | Source: Falmouth Patch 5.25.12; Statement by Archdiocese of Boston 5.25.12; Metrowest Daily News 5.25.12; SNAP statement 5.25.12; Boston Globe 5.25.12; San Antonio Express-News 5.25.12; Cape Cod Times 5.25.12; SNAP Statement 9.28.12; Herald News 9.28.12 |
| Byrne | William T. | 1952 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Byrne accused of molesting a youth in 1970s. Suit filed 4/99. At least one other suit filed against Byrne. In 2/02 Diocese announced it had settled 11 civil suits involving 10 plaintiffs for $14M. Unknown number of these cases alleged abuse by Byrne.Two sisters filed suit 8/02 alleging that Byrne abused their brothers during the 1960s and that the brothers then abused the two sisters. At least one of the brothers had participated in the Feb. 2002 settlement. Byrne died 1991. | Tucson, AZ | Source: Tucson Citizen 4.15.99; Tucson Citizen 12.12.01; Arizona Republic 2.10.02; Arizona Daily Star 3.22.02; Arizona Daily Star 8.17.02; Boston Globe 8.20.02; Arizona Daily Star 8.24.02; Arizona Daily Star 9.6.02; Arizona Republic 11.10.02; Arizona Daily Star 10.21.03; Tucson Citizen 2.27.04; Arizona Daily Star 7.14.04; Arizona Daily Star 9.21.04 Assignments: Arizona Daily Star 6.22.02; Diocese of Tucson List of Accused Priests n.d. |
Byrns | Joseph P. | 1969 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Placed on leave 7/02. One of 12 priests named as abusers in civil suit filed in Brooklyn 10/02. In the suit, two brothers (one of them a priest) accuse Byrns of abusing them for years as children in the late 1960s and early 1970s. Charged 8/04 with abuse of 3rd youth beginning in 2000. Pleaded guilty 1/06 and sentenced to 3 yrs probation 3/06. | Brooklyn, NY | Source: Boston Globe 3.14.02; NY Times 3.15.02; NY Times 10.16.02; Newsday 2.4.04; Boston Globe 7.2.04; NY Post 8.19.04; NY Post 8.20.04; Queens Chronicle 8.26.04; NY Daily News 1.13.06; New York Post 3.29.06 |
| Byrom | Ed | S | Sued | Franciscan | Byrom, a pre-novitiate candidate, was accused in 2004 civil suit of abusing at least 1 individual at Saint Anthony Seminary. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: John Roe 4 vs. Does, Cause No. 1156450, Superior Court of California; Ernesto C. v. Franciscans, Cause No. 1337577, Santa Barbara Co. Superior Court 10.5.09; Clover v. Franciscans, Cause No. 1338070, Santa Barbara Co. Superior Court 11.3.09 | |
Bzdyra | Stephen H. | 1979 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Man filed suit 7/10 alleging that Bzdyra had abused him in mid-1980s while assigned to St. Francis Church in New Haven. Suit alleges that Bzdyra threatened the boy and his family and later tried to silence him by buying home appliances and a car in 2001. Also named in previous suit re employment and behavior in girls' sex ed class. He is believed to be currently traveling in Germany with pilgrimage group. Finally placed on leave 7/9/10. 2nd suit 8/10. Too ill to testify 11/10. 3rd suit 12/10. | Hartford, CT | Source: Hartford Courant 7.7.10; New Haven Register 7.7.10; Valley Independent Sentinel 7.7.10; Associated Press 7.7.10; NBC Connecticut 7.7.10; New Haven Register 7.7.10; WTNH 7.7.10; Complaint: Dotson v. Hartford Diocese et al 7.7.10; Waterbury Republican-American 7.8.10; Hartford Courant 7.8.10; Waterbury Republican-American 7.9.10; Hartford Courant 7.9.10; Middletown Pewaa 7.9.10; Waterbury Republican-American 7.10.10; Valley Gazette 7.14.10 Assignments: New Haven Register 8.5.10 (add'l article); Valley Independent Sentinel 8.5.10 (add'l article); Waterbury Republican-American 8.6.10 (add'l article); Waterbury Republican-American 9.3.10; Waterbury Republican-American 9.23.10; Waterbury Republican-American 10.9.10 (add'l article) |
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