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| Last | First | Ord | T | Status | D/O | Notes | Diocese | Source/Assignments |
Saalfeld | Charles A. | 1944 ? | P | Accused | Jesuit | One pending claim against Saalfeld shown in bankruptcy reorganization documents for Fairbanks Diocese 1/25/10. Worked at parish in Galena village at one time. Known to be a teacher at Monroe Catholic High School in Fairbanks in 1958. | Fairbanks, AK | Source: Fairbanks News-Miner 9.16.58 (excerpt only); Excerpt from Bankruptcy Reorganization Documents for Fairbanks Diocese 1.25.10, p. 2 |
Sabadish | Joseph F. | 1945 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Accused of abuse of a young brother and sister in early 1960s. Also a suspect in the rape and murder of a young girl but never charged. He did pass a polygraph. Died 1999. Named in 2006 civil suit. Suit dismissed by lower court and dismissal upheld by3rd Circuit Court of Appeals 11/07. | Philadelphia, PA | Source: Philadelphia Grand Jury Report; Philadelphia Inquirer 9.25.05; Bucks County Courier Times 9.25.05; Bucks County Courier Times 10.04.05; Magnum v. Philadelphia Archdiocese et al, 6.14.06; Law.com 11.07.07 Assignments: Philadelphia Archdiocesan Priest Data Profile |
| Sabas | John Paul | 1954 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Accused of abuse of at least one 14 year old boy during summer of 1964. Abuse ended when Sabas transferred. Victim originally reported abuse to Diocese in 1974. When he found out that Sabas was still assigned to parish work, the victim sued Sabas and Allentown Diocese in 1989 and settled out of court for $40,000 in 1991. Diocese has assured him several times that he was only victim. Sabas died in 1996. He was still shown as active in 1993 Catholic Directory. | Allentown, PA | Source: Allen Morning Call 6.16.02; Morning Call 1.14.04; Express Times 2.27.04; Morning Call 3.29.04 |
| Sabatino | Lawrence A. | 1955 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Lewiston family told Church and police in 1958 that Sabatino had sexually abused their 6 yr old daughter. Church transferred him to St. Peter's parish. At least 13 other women have come forward as of 2005 (and more later) to allege that he abused them at that parish. During much of his time at St. Peter's he was supervised by another priest, J. Romani, who has also been accused of abuse. Died 1990. | Portland, ME | Source: Maine AG Document Production 5.27.05; Maine AG Document Production 5.27.05 addendum; Bangor Daily News 5.28.05; Portland Press Herald 6.5.05; Portland Press Herald 6.5.05; Portland Press Herald 6.5.05; Portland Press Herald 6.5.05; Portland Press Herald 6.5.05; Foster's Daily Democrat 6.6.05; Portland Press Herald (AP) 7.4.05; Maine AG Document Production 7.8.05 PDF page 21-24; Portland Press Herald 7.17.05; Portland Press Herald 10.14.05 |
| Sabog | Henry B. | 1960 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Sued 2005 by woman who accused her of molesting her when she was 12 and he was assigned to Our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Church in 1964. Sabog denied the allegations. | Honolulu, HI | Source: KGMB Channel 9 12.22.05; Honolulu Star Bulletin 12.23.05 |
| Sabotor | Michael | P | Settled | Diocesan | At least one claim included in Diocese's 11/08 $4.5M settlement with 59 plaintiffs. | Springfield, MA | Source: Press Release by The Office of Stobierski & Stobierski, 12.3.08 | |
Saccacio | Robert J. | 1961 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Saccacio was placed on leave and then "retired" effective May 2002 with allegations against him that he abused a teenager in 1960s. His priestly faculties were removed. He was named in one of two multimillion dollar suits filed against Diocese in April, 2003. Suit alleges he abused an altar boy in 1970s. This allegation is separate from allegations that resulted in Saccacio being placed on leave in 2002. | Rockville Centre, NY | Source: Newsday 5.04.02; Babylon (NY) Beacon 5.16.02; Newsday 6.28.02; Newsday 4.15.03 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record and Other Info |
| Sadowski, Jr. | Edward J. | D | Convicted | Diocesan | Arrested in Massachusetts in 2001 after he allegedly arranged over the Internet to meet someone he thought was a 14 yr old girl. He wanted sex and to take pornographic pictures of the girl. He also sent nude photos of himself. He had been a deacon inRI for 24 years Diocese immediately placed him on leave. Sentenced 2002 to 2 years in prison and 5 yrs probation. Also arrested in RI on similar charges. Arrested again in RI 12/09 on Internet Solicitation & child porn. Matter referred to Vatican. | Providence, RI | Source: Providence Journal-Bulletin 7.28.01; Boston Globe 7.28.01; Boston Herald 7.28.01; Providence Journal-Bulletin 10.19.01; Providence Journal-Bulletin 11.16.01; Providence Journal-Bulletin 1.27.02; Providence Journal-Bulletin 12.22.09 | |
| Salamone | Anthony | B | Sued | Conventual Franciscan | Called Br. Francis Dominic. Five civil suits filed 2002 alleging abuse 1972-73. Transferred to Chicago 1980. Left Order in 1989. It is believed all five were settled in the massive 6/03 settlement with the archdiocese. | Louisville, KY | Source: Courier-Journal 6.8.02; Courier-Journal 6.15.02; Courier-Journal 8.26.02; Courier-Journal 9.29.02 (Major Account); Courier-Journal 9.29.02; Courier-Journal 10.24.02 Assignments: Assignment Record Compiled by Law Firm | |
| Salas | Jorge Hume | 1994 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Placed on leave 1/99 after 4 men over 18 reported that they had been sexually accosted by Salas between 1996-1998. No criminal prosecution due to SOL. Later same year Salas himself filed suit alleging that he had been sexually abused and harassed by Bishop Ziemann of Santa Rosa. Suit settled for $535K 4/00 after Bishop admitted relationship and resigned. Salas remained priest but believed to have returned home to Costa Rica. Some doubt if Salas ever completed seminary. | Santa Rosa, CA | Source: Press Democrat 1.22.99; Press Democrat 1.25.99; Press Democrat 1.27.99; Press Democrat 1.29.99; Press Democrat 2.23.99; Press Democrat 6.20.99; Press Democrat 7.22.99; Press Democrat 7.23.99; Press Democrat 7.23.99; Press Democrat 7.24.99; Press Democrat 7.28.99; Press Democrat 8.7.99; Press Democrat 8.8.99; Press Democrat 9.19.99; Press Democrat 10.1.99 Assignments: Press Democrat 11.1.99 (add'l article); Press Democrat 11.10.99 (add'l article); Press Democrat 4.25.00 (add'l article); Press Democrat 4.27.00 (add'l article); Press Democrat 4.27.00 (add'l article) |
| Salazar | Cesar | 1993 | D | Accused | Diocesan | Per July 2003 articles, Salazar had just been placed on leave while the diocese investigated charges that he downloaded child pornography. Charges first surfaced in 2001. Police found over 100 images but declined to file charges because of lack of evidence. FBI also investigated. Salazar was sent for counseling. | Orange, CA | Source: OC Register 7.20.03; LA Times 7.26.03; LA Times 7.26.03 (pt 2); OC Register 7.29.03; LA Times 7.30.03; LA Times 7.30.03 (pt 2); OC Weekly 12.29.03 |
| Salazar | Oscar | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused of groping a 17 yr old boy in 1996 at Our Lady of the Lakes Church in Deltona. Not charged because boy and family declined to do so. Removed from assignment and sent to St. Luke's for treatment. Diocese made no public announcement until 2/97. Bishop says Salazar will never be assigned in Diocese and will not be recommended for assignment in another diocese. | Orlando, FL | Source: Orlando Sentinel 2.04.97; Lakeland Ledger 4.08.02 | |
Salazar-Jimenez | John Anthony | 1984 | P | Convicted | Piarist | Convicted 1987 of molesting 2 boys. Sentenced 6 yrs. Served 4. 1986 civil suit filed. Changed to Amarillo diocese in 1991. 2002 CA criminal charges dropped due to Supreme Court ruling. Charged in 2003 with assault of 18 yr old in Dallas. Convicted 7/1/05. Sentenced to life in prison. Laicization announced 2/05. At least 1 claim included in 2007 LA Arch. settlement. Another settled in TX in 2008. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: San Jose Mercury News 12.31.87 (Major Accounts); LA Times 12.14.86; LA Times 6.20.88; Amarillo Globe 6.27.02; Dallas Morning News 7.4.02; Amarillo Globe 7.9.02; Los Angeles New Times 8.15.02; LA Times 8.18.02; NY Times 8.24.02; LA Times 11.26.02; LA Daily News 7.01.03; Dallas Morning News 1.19.04; LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 6; Amarillo Globe 2.6.05; Dallas Morning News 6.23.05 Assignments: Dallas Morning News 6.24.05 (add'l article); Dallas Morning News 7.1.05 (add'l article); Dallas Morning News 7.6.05 (add'l article); LA Times 7.18.07 (add'l article); LA Archdiocesan Report Addendum 11.15.05; LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
Saldana | Jose Mario | 1978 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused of abuse of 15 yr old boy in Ferris, Texas. Boy told his mom and they complained to Diocese. Saldana later transferred to another parish. In 1998 he left the parish, saying he was going to a clinic for treatment of medical problems. Diocese later admitted that he was in treatment center in St. Louis but that he still retained all his priestly powers. Saldana served in Dallas, Ft. Worth and Tyler Dioceses. May have served as military chaplain for a time. | Dallas, TX | Source: Dallas Morning News 10.24.98; Arlington Morning News 10.24.98 |
Salerno | Michael | 1993 | P | Accused | Pallotine | Placed on leave 11/07 by Baltimore archdiocese after accusation surfaced that he had abused a teenage boy in Brooklyn in 1970s. At the time of the alleged abuse, Salerno was a lay member (brother) of the Pallotine order. Salerno neither admitted or denied the accusation at the time. Order announced 12/08 that Salerno has since admitted that he molested a 13-year-old boy in the late 1970s. Privileges have been permanently removed. | Brooklyn, NY | Source: WJZ 11.19.07; Baltimore Sun 11.19.07; The Examiner 11.20.07; Baltimore Sun 11.20.07; WJZ 11.25.07; ABC 2 11.27.07; Baltimore Sun 12.03.07; WJZ 2.26.08; Baltimore Sun 2.27.08; Baltimore Sun 12.30.08; WBAL 12.30.08; Catholic Review 12.30.08; ABC 2 12.30.08; Letter from Pallotine Order to Parish 12.28.08; Examiner 12.31.08 |
| Salinas | Gabriel | P | Accused | Augustinian Recollects | Accused of abuse of 1 between 1958-1960 per archdiocesan report. Deceased. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 6 Assignments: LA Times Database 4.20.06 | |
| Salinas | Marcel | 1954 | P | Sued | Claretian | In 1976, Salinas was the Phoenix Diocese director of Cursillos. As of Oct. 2006, one outstanding lawsuit names Salinas as an abuser while he served at Queen of Peace Catholic Church in Mesa. Died in 1997? No further information found. | Phoenix, AZ | Source: Arizona Republic 10.12.06 |
| Salisbury | Walter Dayton | 1959 | P | Charged | Josephite | Salisbury surrendered to police in DC in April 1993 after accusations that in Jan. 1993 he had sexual relations with a male student he was tutoring. 2002 Catholic Directory shows him as part of Baltimore Archdiocese. He was working in Maine in 2003. | Washington, DC | Source: Washington Times 4.16.93; VOTF In the Vineyard 4.03 |
Saloy | Thomas G. | 1988 | P | Convicted | Diocese | Arrested 11/17/06 after year-long investigation of Saloy's activity in internet chat rooms. The investigation began when the arrest of a porn dealer revealed that Saloy was a customer. Pled guilty on 11/30/06 to possessing over 600 images of child pornography on his rectory computer. Sentenced to 3 1/2 yrs fed. prison 5/1/08. Still on administrative leave. | Rockville Centre, NY | Source: WCBS 11.17.06; Newsday 11.18.06; New York Daily News 11.18.06; New York Times 11.18.06; Rhinelander Daily News 11.18.06; Newsday 11.20.06; Reuters 11.30.06; Newsday 11.30.06; US Attorney's Office 11.30.06; Newsday 5.02.08; NY Post 5.02.08; NY Times (AP) 5.03.08 |
| Salwach | Jeffrey | 1984 | P | Sued | Franciscan | Per June 2004 article, man filed civil suit alleging that he was abused as youth from 1974 to 1978 by Salwach and another friar. Salwach later transferred to Texas before being placed on leave 5/03. | Joliet, IL | Source: Daily Southtown 6.17.04; Chicago Tribune 6.17.04; Chicago Tribune 2.16.06; The Herald News 2.15.06 |
| Sanchez | Juan Francisco | 1957 | P | Accused | Salesian | Accused of abuse of 1 in 1992 per archdiocesan report. . | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 6; City of Angels 3.19.08 Assignments: LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
| Sanchez | Julian | D | Sued | Diocesan | In suit filed 5/5/94, Sanchez, a permanent deacon, was accused of raping a 12-13 yr old altar boy. He was placed on leave. | Santa Fe, NM | Source: Cause No. CV-94-03966, Bernalillo Co. NM | |
| Sanchez | Manuel Ontiveros | 1954 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Ordained in Spain 1954. Working in LA archdiocese 1971; incardinated 1976. Sued 2003. Accused of abuse of 1 from 1978-1981 per archdiocesan report. Archdiocese, after investigation, said evidence did not support the charges. He consistently denied theallegations. Retired and returned to Spain 2000. Claim included in 7/07 massive $660 mil settlement by LA Arch. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: Los Angeles Times 2.07.04; LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 3; Daily Bulletin 3.27.06; News Busters 7.20.07 Assignments: LA Archdiocesan Report Addendum 11.15.05; LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
Sanchez (Bp.) | Robert F. | 1959 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Appointed Archbishop of Santa Fe in 1974, Sanchez was later accused of having sexual intercourse with at least 11 women over period of many years. Some of the women were teenagers. One claimed to have been paid $25K after Sanchez allegedly raped her in 1973. Sanchez also had extensive knowledge of the sexual abuse by priests in the Archdiocese and rarely did anything to punish or remove them. He resigned in 1993 and lives in Minnesota. | Santa Fe, NM | Source: Washington Post 3.10.93; LA Times 3.10.93; Associated Press 3.12.93; Associated Press 3.19.93; Associated Press 3.21.93; Associated Press 3.26.93; Associated Press 4.6.93; Boston Globe 5.4.93; Excerpts from Sanchez Deposition in Albuquerque Tribune 9.18.96; Albuquerque Tribune 9.19.96; Albuquerque Journal 9.19.96; Santa Fe New Mexican 9.19.96; Missing Link Fall 1996/Winter 1997; Santa Fe New Mexican 10.29.97; Albuqueque Tribune 3.20.98 Assignments: CBS 60 Minutes 4.21.02; Albuquerque Journal 2.17.04 (add'l article); Anchorage Daily News 2.18.04 (add'l article); Albuquerque Journal 2.20.04 (add'l article) |
| Sanders | Patrick | 1990 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Placed on leave in 2004 after 2 men say he abused them on a trip to Biloxi Mississippi in 1993. when they were 16. Placed on permanent leave in 4/05. Rome ordered an administrative hearing for Sanders. Sanders not technically charged with abuse of a minor because church law at the time defined minors as those under 16. | New Orleans, LA | Source: Times-Picayune 4.25.04; Times-Picayune 10.06.04; Times-Picayune 10.10.04; Times-Picayune 10.13.04; Times-Picayune 4.04.05 |
| Sandoval | Jose Luis | 1974 | P | Accused | Diocesan | In 6/98 a man came forward claiming that Sandoval had abused him at age 11 in 1976. The Diocese investigated; said information was "believable". Sandoval relieved of duties but immediately moved to Mexico. While reviewing files in 2002, Archdiocese found 1985 allegation re Sandoval's attempted abuse against teenage boy He was sent for evaluation to Programa Genesis in Mexico for 6 months. Received good report and reassigned in 1995. | San Antonio, TX | Source: San Antonio Express News 6.23.98; San Antonio Express News 6.24.98; San Antonio Express News 7.9.98; San Antonio Express News 7.15.98; San Antonio Express News 6.17.02 |
| Sands | J. Joseph | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused in 5/28/03 attorney's letter of sexual abuse at St. Bernard's in Keene in 1966-69. Age of the complainant at the time of the abuse is unknown. Sands died 5/11/79. | Manchester, NH | Source: NH AG Audit Records 3.26.09 | |
| Sandstrom | Lawrence | B | Sued | Holy Cross Father | Accused of abuse of 5 youths between 1955-1969 per archdiocesan report. 2 filed civil suit 12/03 alleging abuse between 1967-1969. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 7 Assignments: LA Times Database 4.20.06 | |
| Santillan | Juan (John) | 1969 | P | Sued | Piarist | Removed 2002. Accused of abuse of boy (between age of 12-17) in 1970s. Civil suit filed 1998 but dismissed. Police investigating in 2002. Archdiocesan report says two accusers between 1977-1985. Serving as priest in Bolivia since 1998. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: USA Today 11.11.02; LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 6; LA Times 8.18.02 Assignments: LA Archdiocesan Report Addendum 11.15.05; LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
| Santillo | Michael P. | 1975 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Worked in diocese until 1992 when he left active priesthood to care for his parents. In 5/97, he was charged with molesting a 13 yr old boy in 1987. When arrested, he was working in non-priest role at church in Albany, NY diocese. Convicted 1999 of sexually assaulting 1 youth. Also molested 3 more. Sentenced to 10 years. Died of cancer in prison 2000. Three claims included in 1/03 diocesan settlement re abuse by 5 priests. | Metuchen, NJ | Source: Star Ledger 8.21.97; Star Ledger 8.22.97; Albany Times Union 8.23.97; Star Ledger 8.27.97; Star Ledger 9.19.97; Star Ledger 7.17.98; Star Ledger 10.1.98; Star Ledger 6.11.99; Star Ledger 6.16.99; Star Ledger 11.16.99; Star Ledger 5.24.00; Star-Ledger 1.30.03; NY Times 1.31.03 |
Santry | William L. | 1956 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused of sexually abusing a minor. Voluntarily left priesthood in 1971. Laicization announced 2006. | Philadelphia, PA | Source: Philadelphia Inquirer 4.7.06; Duluth News Tribune 4.8.06 |
| Sanz | Julian | 1977 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Sanz, a native of Spain, came to diocese in 1980. Became diocesan priest in 1994. Placed on leave 10/02 after youth said he had been molested in Aug. Another victim came forward later to say he was molested at age 11 during confession in 1982. Arrested in 2/03 on 2 counts of sexual abuse of a child and pleaded guilty. Sentenced to prison for 5 yrs in 10/03. As of 2004 diocese had started process to laicize him. Civil suit filed 1/04 by the same man in criminal charges. | Tucson, AZ | Source: Arizona Daily Star 10.15.02; Arizona Republic 10.15.02; Arizona Daily Star 2.8.03; KGUN9.com 4.4.03; Associated Press 5.3.03; Arizona Daily Star 5.3.03; Arizona Daily Star 10.17.03; Tucson Citizen 2.27.04; Arizona Republic (AP) 7.29.04; Arizona Daily Star 8.6.04; Arizona Daily Star 9.21.04; Tucson Citizen 7.9.05 Assignments: Tucson Citizen 2.27.04; Diocese of Tucson List of Accused Priests from Website n.d. |
Sarro | John A. | 1979 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Credible allegation of abuse. Name first released on list of abusive priests released by Bishop Saltarelli 11/16/06. Removed from ministry 1998. Lives in monitored religious community in Maryland. As of 11/09 Diocese was still paying his pension and health benefits and paying $4,000/mo for his assisted living expenses.. | Wilmington, DE | Source: The Dialog 11.16.06; News Journal 11.17.06; Pocono Record 11.28.09; News Journal 1.18.10 Assignments: News Journal 11.16.06 |
Satchell | Martin J. | 1993 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused in 1993 (year of ordination) of "credible allegations of misconduct involving a minor [boy]." Placed on administrative leave 1993 (after 4 months on job) through 2003. Laicized at his request 06/04. Taught in several prestigious schools between 1993 and 2004. | Philadelphia, PA | Source: Philadelphia Inquirer 6.03.05; Philadelphia Inquirer 6.04.05; Philadelphia Inquirer 6.06.05; Philadephia Daily News 6.09.05; Philadelphia Inquirer 6.24.05; Philadelphia Grand Jury Report; Philadelphia Inquirer 9.17.05 Assignments: Philadelphia Archdiocesan Priest Data Profile |
| Satterthwaite | Richard | B | Sued | Congregation of Christian Brothers | Accused of abuse of 1 in 1961-1962 at Cantwell High School per Archdiocesan report addendum. Named in 1 civil suit. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Archdiocesan Report Addendum 11.15.05 Assignments: LA Times Database 4.20.06 | |
Saunders | Robert J. | 1941 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Died in July 2007 at age 92. At about the same time, Archdiocese revealed that Saunders had been accused of abuse of several minor girls at Temple Hill and in Norway Iowa, sometime during the years 1959 to 1973. At least one claim included in 3/08 $4.7 mil settlement with Archdiocese re abuse by 9 priests. | Dubuque, IA | Source: Telegraph Herald 7.07.07; Archdiocese of Dubuque Table of Accused Priests 7.12.07; Globe Gazette 4.10.08; Telegraph Herald 4.11.08; Telegraph Herald 4.11.08 |
| Savage | Joseph | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused of abuse. | Milwaukee, WI | Source: Kenosha News | |
| Savage | Joseph E. | 1918 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Newly identified as abuser in Chicago Archdiocesan Report 3/20/06. Died 6/74. No further information found as of 8/09. | Chicago, IL | Source: Chicago Archdiocesan Report 3.20.06 page 3; Chicago Tribune 3.21.06; Chicago Sun-Times 3.21.06 |
| Savino | Dominic | 1958 | P | Sued | Carmelite | Removed 2002. Accused of abuse of 4 high school boys from 1977-1980 per archdiocesan report. Police Investigating. Also accused of abusing 5 high school boys in Louisville, KY from 1966-1973. On Leave. Named in civil suit. Claims by 7 individuals included in $10M settlement 10/06 with Order and LA Archdiocese. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Times 8.18.02; USA Today 11.11.02; Los Angeles 1.31.03; LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 6; CBS 2 10.27.06; LA Times 10.27.06; Press Telegram (AP) 10.27.06; Catholic Key 11.10.06 Assignments: LA Archdiocesan Report Addendum 11.15.05; LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
| Savord | William | 1957 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Name appears on list of priests with credible allegations as released by San Diego diocese 3/30/07. No apecific information found as to actual allegations. Died in July, 2004. | San Diego, CA | Source: Lompoc Record 3.30.07; Dan Diego Union Tribune 3.31.07 Assignments: Diocese of San Diego List 3.30.07 |
| Savrianandam | Arulappan | P | Accused | Diocesan | Removed 2002. Accused of abuse of girl. Left for India. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: USA Today 11.11.02; LA Times 8.18.02 | |
| Sax | John C. | 1973 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Sax admitted that he molested an altar boy on numerous occasions between 1980 and 1985. The altar boy filed suit in 5/01 but suit was not served until 2002. Man told a priest in 2000 and that priest later put him in touch with a therapist whose bills have been paid by archdiocese. Sax was archdiocese director of priest personnel from 1991-1999 but was placed on leave in 2000 after archdiocese learned of abuse. | New Orleans, LA | Source: Times-Picayune 5.16.02; Times-Picayune 5.17.02; Times-Picayune 2.21.03; Times-Picayune 10.06.04 |
Sayasaya | Fernando | P | Charged | Diocesan | Removed 8/98 after complaint of sexual abuse. When allegations first arose, he fled to Philippines. 2002 articles say that he admitted abusing 3 youths. Criminally charged 12/02 in U.S. Efforts to extradite him to the states for prosecution were unsuccessful. Sayasaya was educated overseas, including theological schooling, but he was ordained a priest for the Fargo Diocese in 1995. Laicization announced 12/05 | Fargo, ND | Source: Associated Press 8.19.98; Grand Forks Herald 2.19.02; Associated Press 3.12.02; FargoDiocese.org 3.17.03; Grand Forks Herald 3.23.02; Associated Press 6.25.03; Bismark Tribune 9.13.03; Dallas Morning News 12.5.04; Dallas Morning News 12.5.04; Grand Forks Herald 12.9.04; In-Forum 12.9.04; Associated Press 12.1.05; Grand Forks Herald 12.3.05; Manilla Times 12.4.05 | |
| Scanlan | William J. | 1972 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Personnel files show that, as early as 1987, one church official noted that "he fools around with kids." Accused of raping a 12 yr old girl. Sent for residential treatment. Later assigned to a prison ministry before being reassigned to parish work. Scanlan then moved to California in 1998 to work in a VA hospital in San Jose. Federal investigation because of statements made by Arch. to Military Vicariate. | Boston, MA | Source: Boston Globe 12.10.02; RCAB Documents; Boston Herald 12.10.02; Patriot Ledger 12.10.02; San Jose Mercury News 12.17.02; Boston Globe 6.17.04; Providence Journal (AP) 6.23.04; Associated Press 11.18.05; Boston Globe 11.19.05; Newsday 11.22.05 Assignments: Boston Archdiocesan Assignment Record |
| Scanlon | John | P | Settled | Diocesan | At least one claim included in Diocese's 11/08 $4.5M settlement with 59 plaintiffs. | Springfield, MA | Source: Press Release by The Office of Stobierski & Stobierski, 12.3.08 | |
| Schaefer | Francis R. | 1955 | P | Sued | Diocesan | In 1962 Schaefer assigned to parish where he abused 6 boys. In 1966 Families met with Msgr. Applegate who promised Schaefer would get help. No action taken for months and then Schaefer transferred. Bishop informed in 1970 of Schaefer's deeds but no action. In 1970 Schaefer moved to new parish and he abused again from 1970-1975. Two civil suits filed in 1993. | Columbus, OH | Source: John Doe v. Schaefer et al; Licking Cty, OH; # 93CV00326 |
| Schaefer | Richard | 1958 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Schaefer was accused of abusing one youth on many instances. Schaefer was in charge of a group of young boys who wanted to be priests. The victim alleges that Schaefer abused five other boys in the group also and that a group of parents complained and Schaefer was transferred. Schaefer was named in a lawsuit that had just been filed. | Rockville Centre, NY | Source: Newsday 4.15.03; Newsday 4.15.03 (2nd) Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record and Other Info |
Schaefer | Thomas S. | 1953 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Convicted 1996 of abuse of 5. 16-year sentence reduced to 1 year. Abused at least 21 boys. Sent to live at St. John Vianney in St. Louis. At least 1 claim included in $1.3M settlement with Archdiocese in 12/06. | Washington, DC | Source: BA.org collection of articles on Schaefer; St. Louis Post Dispatch 3.3.02; Washington Post 3.20.06; Washington Post 12.16.06 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Schaeflein | Charles J. | 1949 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused of abuse of a minor some time prior to 1990. He retired in 1989. Placed on leave in 2005 when allegation first became known. April 2006 article says Schaefle (at age 86 or 87) has agreed to a supervised life of prayer and penance. | Philadelphia, PA | Source: Philadelphia Inquirer 11.16.05; Philadelphia Inquirer 11.25.05; Philadelphia Inquirer 4.07.06 Assignments: Philadelphia Archdiocesan Priest Data Profile |
Schaeufele | Robert L. | 1975 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Placed on leave 4/02 after allegations began to surface. Several civil suits 2003-2004. In 2004 Diocese agreed to pay $1.1M to 12 men abused by him. Others refused to settle. Found not guilty 5/03 of some charges but convicted 6/03 on other charges of abuse in 1980s. Received two 30-year concurrent sentences. Diocese knew in 1994 that he was bringing boys to rectory without another adult. At least 22 accusers are known. Also abused in parishes now part of Venice Diocese. Still in jail 1/10. | St. Petersburg, FL | Source: Statement by Diocese of Venice 5.9.02; St. Petersburg Times 5.15.02; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; St. Petersburg Times 3.22.03; Herald Tribune 5.15.03; St. Petersburg Times 5.17.03; Tampa Tribune 6.21.03; Tampa Tribune 11.18.03; Letter by Bishop Lynch 12.11.03; St. Petersburg Times 12.12.03; St. Petersburg Times 12.23.03; St. Petersburg Times 4.16.04; Tampa Tribune 4.16.04; St. Petersburg Times 2.5.07; Injury Board 9.5.08 |
| Schaffer | Carl C. | 1953 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Retired in 1989. Apparently committed suicide by carbon monoxide in 1993, a day after being questioned about decades-old abuse allegation. He was running a center for troubled teenage boys out of his home after his retirement. | Lexington, KY | Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer 5.25.02 |
| Schaller | Emmett Gilroy | P | Sued | Oblates of Mary Immaculate | Accused of abuse of 1 from 1979-1980 per Archdiocesan report. May have left priesthood. Named in civil suit. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 6 Assignments: LA Times Database 4.20.06 | |
| Schapfel | Michael | 1983 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Schapfel, a native of Germany, had been working in the DC area since 2004 serving German communities and diplomats. He was suddenly removed from ministry 4/10 and returned to Germany after allegations that he had molested numberous girls and young women in Germany in 1980s-1990s. Accusations had been known since original complaint in 2004. | Washington, DC | Source: WJC 4.21.10; Catholic Culture 4.21.10; Washington Post 4.21.10; NBC Washington 4.21.10; WJZ 4.21.10 |
| Scharf | Lawrence C. | 1965 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Scharf was placed on leave 3/02 after allegations surfaced of sexual misconduct with a minor in 1976. It was later learned that a similar offense occurred in 1981. Scharf admitted the conduct and was placed in inpatient therapy. As of 2004 he was barred because of credible allegations. Has been dismissed from clerical state per 4/08 status report. | Toledo, OH | Source: Associated Press 7.7.02; News Messenger 7.9.02; Toledo Blade 12.01.02 (Major Account); Toledo Blade 12.1.02; Bucyrus Telegraph Forum 1.3.03; Toledo Blade 3.30.04; Diocese of Toledo Status Report 2.17.05; Diocese of Toledo Status Report 4.8.08 |
| Scheier | Maurice | 1927 | P | Accused | Franciscan | Accused of abuse of 1 in 1948 per archdiocesan report. Deceased. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 6 |
Scherzer | Edwin J. | 1950 | P | Indicted | Diocesan | Retired 1995. Placed on leave 5/02 after man filed lawsuit alleging abuse. Two additional lawsuits filed by Jan. 2003. Chancellor of the diocese from 1966 to 1982 said he had been approached by a parent claiming Scherzer had acted inappropriately with his son. He made no record of complaint. A 4th suit filed in 4/03 alleging abuse 1963-1964. Indicted 2005. Sentenced to 5 yrs house arrest. Believe claims included in 6/03 mass settlement with Archdiocese. | Louisville, KY | Source: Courier Journal 5.22.02; Courier Journal 7.06.02; Courier Journal 9.29.02 (Major Account); Courier Journal 10.04.02; Courier Journal 10.20.02; Courier Journal 1.22.03; Courier Journal 4.16.03; Courier Journal 2.24.05; Courier Journal 10.25.05; Courier Journal (AP) 11.11.05; WAVE 3 1.09.06; The Gleaner 1.10.06; Courier Journal 6.12.07; Courier Journal 6.15.07; Courier Journal 7.13.08 Assignments: Assignment Record Compiled by Law Firm |
Schetter | Albert E. | 1955 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Sued 2003 by two men. Accused of abuse. He admitted to past child abuse and had been warned (in 1992 or 1993) to stay away from children. Schetter had been sent on a "spiritual retreat" in the early 1960s to deal with his "odd behavior" with children. Retired 1990. Died 2002. | Cincinnati, OH | Source: Associated Press 11.05.03; Cincinnati Enquirer 11.06.03; Catholic Telegraph (Cincinnati, OH) 11.14.03 Assignments: Middletown Journal 5.07.02 |
| Schieder | Joseph E. | 1935 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Schieder is shown as retired from Buffalo NY Diocese per 1989 Catholic Directory. May have retired to FL Died 6/12/96. Civil suit filed in late 2009 or early 2010 accuses Schieder and Msgr. Kershner of abuse of one mentally-disabled youth between 1987-1990 at Cardinal Gibbons High School in Ft. Lauderdale. | Miami, FL | Source: Buffalo News 6.14.96; Jane Doe as Guardian of John Doe v. Cardinal Gibbons H.S. and Archdiocese of Miami, Cause No. CACE10002564 |
| Schipper | Carl Anthony | 1968 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Arrested 3/04 after he held a series of explicit sexual conversations with what he thought was a 13 yr old boy in an Internet Chat Room. He was immediately placed on leave from position as academic dean at Menlo Park's St. Patrick's Seminary. Pled guilty 8/00. Sentenced to 6 mo. jail and 3 yrs probation and to register as sex offender. | San Francisco, CA | Source: San Jose Mercury News 3.4.00; SF Chronicle 3.4.00; SF Chronicle 8.23.00; San Jose Mercury News 11.22,00; Guardian 5.8.02 |
| Schlosser | Marcene | N | Settled | School Sisters of Notre Dame | Accused in a 1996 lawsuit of sexually abusing a 1st-grade boy 2 or 3 times per week during the 1978-79 school year. Schlosser denied the charges, and her order stated that this was the only known allegation against her. Settled 10/2000. | St. Paul-Minneapolis, MN | Source: St. Paul Pioneer Press 7.15.02 | |
| Schlueter | Clemens | P | Accused | Diocesan | Came to Diocese of Tucson in 1961 as a priest of the Diocese of Steubenville. He became a priest of the Diocese of Tucson in 1978 and retired in 1990. It was announced in 6/02 that Schlueter had been suspended from ministry in 1997 after Diocese learnedof an allegation of child abuse related to his assignments in the 1960s. | Tucson, AZ | Source: Arizona Republic 6.22.02; Arizona Daily Star 6.22.02; Tucson Citizen 2.27.04; Arizona Daily Star 7.30.07 Assignments: Diocese of Tucson List of Accused Priests from Website n.d. | |
| Schmaltz | Bernard | 1973 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Man filed 1992 lawsuit alleging abuse by Schmaltz on 1973 fishing trip to Slidell, LA. Suit says boy told several people including pastor. Schmaltz relieved of duties and placed on paid leave. In 8/95, trial judge ruled plaintiff had waited too long to file suit. Schmaltz retired in 1996, saying allegations of sexual abuse had dogged his priesthood with other allegation at an earlier assignment. Allegation of abuse in 1970s were also received. Schmaltz filed suit against archbishop for slander in 2004. | New Orleans, LA | Source: Times-Picayune 1.01.93; Times-Picayune 8.05.95; Times-Picayune 1.25.04; Times Picayune 3.14.04; Times-Picayune 4.20.04; Times-Picayune 4.25.04; Times Picayune 10.13.04; Times Picayune 2.11.05; Times-Picayune 6.13.05 |
Schmeer | John P. | 1964 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Sued 2004. Accused of abuse of 3 boys (1966-67 and 1986). Other accusations also made. First allegations found not credible in 2003 but futher investigation in 2004 found latest allegation to be credible. Ministry permanently restricted in 2005 and he is living a supervised life. | Philadelphia, PA | Source: Philadelphila Inquirer 3.25.04; Morning Call 3.25.04; Philadelphia Inquirer 3.29.04; Philadelphia Inquirer 6.16.04; Philadelphia Inquirer 2.06.05; Philadelphia Inquirer 9.17.05; Philadelphia Grand Jury Report; Philadelphia Inquirer 9.25.05; Local Catholic 9.29.05; Miami Herald 12.16.06; Miami Herald 4.25.07 Assignments: Philadelphia Archdiocesan Priest Data Profile |
Schmelzer | Joseph M. | 1977 | P | Sued | Diocesan | In 2002 man alleged that Schmelzer abused him between 1983-1985 when he was a teenager. Says Schmelzer began touching him when he was 16 and then molested him at age 19 after giving him alcohol. The man complained first in 1993 and Schmelzer was counseled and moved. Nothing else done. Plaintiff filed a civil suit 2003. Schmelzer permanently removed after Review Board found the claims credible. Teaching Cert. revoked 11/06. 2nd allegation reported 2004 but not revealed until 2007. | Toledo, OH | Source: Associated Press 3.19.03; Toledo Blade 5.30.03; Toledo Blade 3.30.04; Toledo City Paper 8.9.04; Diocesan Status Report 2.17.05; Toledo Blade 10.6.06; Toledo Blade 10.07.06; Toledo Blade 11.10.06; Toledo Blade 11.15.06; Toledo Blade 1.28.07; Times Bulletin 1.29.07; Toledo Blade 1.30.07; Delphos Herald 1.30.07; Toledo Blade 2.19.07; Times Bulletin 2.20.07 Assignments: Diocese of Toledo Status Report 4.8.08 (add'l article) |
| Schmidt | Eugene LeRoy | 1956 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Woman filed a civil suit in 1992 alleging that from 1968-1972, when she was 13-17 years old, Schmidt took pornographic pictures of her amnd forced her to drink from a dog bowl. Suit was dismissed because of Statute of Limitations. Schmidt retired in 1991 without faculties. Neightbors of the church notified Green Bay diocese about a young girl spending too much time at the rectory. The woman herself tried to inform the diocese in 1982 and she wrote to Archbishop Weakland in 1983. Died 10/05. | Green Bay, WI | Source: Post Crescent 5.31.02; Capital Times 6.25.02; Oshkosh Northwestern 10.23.05 |
Schmitt | Allen M. | 1971 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Schmitt placed on leave3/02 after man sent email to Archdiocese saying that Schmitt abused him in 1978 in Cedar Rapids. Schmitt admitted to the behavior when confronted by Archbishop. 2nd allegation received 4/02 concerning abuse in 1974. Works at Archdiocesan Center in Dubuque. At least 1 claim included in $2.6M settlement with Archdiocese 3/07 and another in 3/08 $4.7M settlement re 9 priests. | Dubuque, IA | Source: Telegraph Herald 4.30.02; Des Moines Register 1.17.04; Des Moines Register 2.28.04; Courier 4.04.04; Sioux City Journal 1.06.06; Des Moines Register 1.06.06; Telegraph Herald 3.05.06; Telegraph Herald 3.07.06; Telegraph Herald 3.09.06; Des Moines Register (AP) 3.28.07; Globe Gazette 4.10.08; WCFCourier 4.11.08; Telegraph Herald 4.11.08; Telegraph Herald 4.11.08; Telegraph Herald 4.28.10 Assignments: Archdiocesan Report on Assignments and Other Info 9.22.06 |
| Schmitt | Urban | 1949 | P | Accused | Crosier Fathers and Brothers | In 1994 Fr. Schmitt admitted sexually abusing a girl in 1969. He was sent for evaluation to St. Luke's and took early retirement. Crosier Fathers offered counseling to woman, based on psychiatric evaluation. | St. Paul-Minneapolis, MN | Source: Letter dated 1.5.95 from Crosier Fathers and Brothers, on file at BA.org |
Schmitz | Dennis E. | 1989 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Placed on leave 5/02 and charged in 6/02 with improperly touching 1 teenage youth several times between 6/98-5/99. Pleaded guilty 2002 and received 32-month sentence. Served as Vocations Director of Archdiocese from 1994 through 7/01. A civil suit against archdiocese was settled in 2003. Suit against Schmitz was ongoing. Schmitz agreed to seek laicization. On KS sex offender registry 1/3/10. | Kansas City, KS | Source: Associated Press 5.2.02; Topeka Capital-Journal 5.3.02; Kansas City Star 5.3.02; Kansas City Star 5.4.02; Topeka Capital-Journal 6.8.02; Associated Press 6.27.02; Associated Press 5.2.02; Kansas City Star 7.30.02; Kansas City Star 8.7.02; Kansas City Star 8.15.02; Kansas City Star 9.6.02; Kansas City Star 10.19.02; Kansas City Star 11.1.02; Kansas City Star 1.18.03; Kansas City Star 6.21.03 Assignments: Lawrence Journal-World 6.24.10 (add'l article) |
Schmitz | John A. | 1957 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Sued 2005. Woman accused him of abuse in 1959 when she was a child. Died 1991. Parishioners had complained about his financial skills and relationship with adult woman in 1982. Sent for therapy. Archbishop did not accept him back as priest. | Dubuque, IA | Source: WQAD 3.14.05; Des Moines Register 3.15.05; Telegraph Herald 3.15.05; Diocese of Dubuque Annual Report 01.06.06; Globe Gazette 1.06.06; Des Moines Register 1.06.06; Globe Gazette 02.21.06; KIMT 2.21.06; Herald Telegraph 2.22.06; Telegraph Herald 3.07.06 Assignments: Archdiocesan Report on Assignments and Other Info 9.22.06 |
Schmitz | Josephine | 1943 ? | N | Accused | Sisters of St Francis of the Holy Family (OSF) | Accused of abusing a boy in the early 1960s, starting at age 9. Schmitz aka Sister Mary Philip is accused of repeatedly keeping the boy after class at a Dubuque parish school, laying on top of him, and tongue-kissing him. She also worked in the Sioux City IA diocese and the Chicago IL archdiocese and is now retired. The Dubuque archdiocese found the allegation not sustained (choices were: unfounded, exonerated, not sustained, sustained) although their investigator found it credible. | Dubuque, IA | Source: Daily Iowan 4.07.06; KIMT - NewsChannel 3 (Iowa) 4.12.06; KWWL 4.12.06 Assignments: Heiderscheit Assignment List Summer 2003; Detailed BA.org Assignment Record |
Schnacky | Paul R. | 1953 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Placed on leave w/o privileges 5/10 after allegations of improper contact with minors in 1970s. He was serving at St. Philip Neri in Rochester at the time of the allegations. Review board said investigation confirmed the complaint. | Rochester, NY | Source: Catholic Courier 10.9.04; Catholic Courier 5.16.10; Evening Tribune 5.17.10; WENY 5.20.10; Evening Tribune 5.23.10 |
| Schneider | Caroline Mary | N | Sued | Sisters of Charity of Nazareth | In a 7/22/04 amendment to a suit, accused of abusing a girl at Most Blessed Sacrament, a parish school. Same woman who also alleges abuse by 2 other nuns: Sr. Mary Jane and Sr. Jean. Order confirmed that Schneider was at the school during the relevant time. She is deceased. | Louisville, KY | Source: Kentucky.com / AP 7.23.04; Courier-Journal 7.23.04 | |
| Schneider | Roger W. | ? | P | Accused | Diocesan | Name appears on Archdiocese's July 2004 list of priests fully restricted from ministry (or who would have been restricted if still living) because of credible allegations of abuse. 7/9/03 ist says Schneider "left priestly ministry" (but no date given).Per Archdiocese's 11/26/07 list, he has been laicized. | Milwaukee, WI | Source: Statement by Archdiocese of Milwaukee 7.9.04; Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 7.10.04; Statement by Archdiocese of Milwaukee 11.26.07 |
| Schneider | Ronald H. | 1975 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Police investigated allegations in 1992 that Schneider had sexually assaulted two young boys some time before 1985. He was never charged but Diocese placed him on leave in 1993. Allegations included voyeurism and asking children to take their clothes off in front of him. Lots of transfers. Still on leave in 2002. | Green Bay, WI | Source: Post Crescent 5.31.02; Capital Times 6.25.02 |
| Schneider | Stephen A. | 1972 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Removed 2/06 from position at St. Peter the Apostle Church in Joplin after allegations of sexual misconduct with a minor which were made 12/05. No info as to when abuse actually occurred. No criminal charges filed. His actions violated church policy but did not break the law. | Springfield-Cape Girardeau, MO | Source: The Missourian 2.28.06; Joplin Globe 2.28.06; Springfield News-Leader 2.28.06; Springfield News-Leader 3.1.06 |
| Schoenhofen | Roger | 1966 | P | Sued | Oblate | In 1995 civil suit, plaintiff claimed he was sexually abused by three Belleville priests, a deacon and two Oblate priests while a student at St. Henry's Seminary. Plaintiff claims that a ring of homosexual priests lured young men and wined and dined them in exchange for sex. Was still active priest in Afton, IL in 2008. Died 2/09. | Belleville, IL | Source: Belleville (IL) News-Democrat 4.6.95; Mohr v. Fr. Calhoun, et al; 12 Circuit, St. Clair Cty, IL; # 95-L579; St. Louis Post-Dispatch 2.17.05; Belleville News-Democrat 2.26.09 |
| Schoeppner | Clarence | 1937 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Sued 1994. Accused of non-consensual sexual acts and physical abuse of girl in 1967 as part of "cleaning ritual." Girl and her sister lived at St. Anthony's Boys School, an orphanage run by Poor Sisters of St. Francis Seraph of the Perpetual Adoration. At one time, Schoeppner was chancellor of the Archdiocese. Retired 1988 and died prior to filing of suit in 1994. | Santa Fe, NM | Source: St. Petersburg Times (Reuters) 8.13.94 |
Schoettelkotte | John B. | 1960 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Removed 2002. Resigned. Accused in 2002 civil suit of abuse of a 15 yr old girl in 1960s. Matter settled in June 2005 in exchange for publishing statements from plaintiff and Archbishop Daniel Buechlein in The Criterion, the archdiocese's newspaper, At least one other woman has made allegations. | Indianapolis, IN | Source: Indianapolis Star 6.23.02; Indianapolis Star 6.28.02; Courier Journal 8.30.02; Indianapolis Star 9.04.02; Indianapolis Star 12.17.02; Indianapolis Star 2.11.03; Indianapolis Star 5.09.03; Courier Journal 3.12.05 |
Schoettmer | Kenneth | 1968 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Placed on leave after he admitted in 2001 that he had sexual encounters with boys between 1984 and 1999. Also downloaded porn and trolled Internet for boys. Pleaded guilty 2003 to felony sexual abuse charges re 17 yr old boy. 5 years probation. Civil suit also filed 2004. Still on payroll of Archdiocese as of 4/07. Laicization announced 5/11/07. | Cincinnati, OH | Source: Cincinnati Enquirer 6.23.01; Cincinnati Enquirer 6.24.01; Cincinnati Enquirer 6.30.01; Cincinnati Enquirer 8.5.01; Cincinnati Enquirer 9.27.01; Dayton Daily News 6.27.02; Cincinnati Enquirer 3.22.03; Cincinnati Enquirer 6.12.03; Archdiocese of Cincinnati Statement 2.7.06; Dayton Daily News 4.22.07; WLWT 5.11.07; Cincinnati Post 5.12.07; Dayton Daily News 5.12.07 |
| Scholl | Gerard | 1962 | P | Settled | Diocesan | One claim against Scholl included as part of settlement with Fort Worth Diocese 3/09 by 5 men who alleged abuse by James Reilly. Same man abused by Reilly and School was also abused by James Hanlon. Scholl died in 2002.. | Fort Worth, TX | Source: Dallas Morning News 3.4.09; Fort Worth Star Telegram 3.5.09; BBC News 3.5.09; DFW Catholic 3.19.09 Assignments: Fort Worth Star Telegram 1.9.02 |
Schook | James R. | 1975 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Removed 7/09 while Archdiocese investigated recent allegation that he sexually abused a teenage male in 1985 Assigned to St. Ignatius Martyr Parish in Louisville when placed on leave. Although working in two parishes in 1985, Archdiocese said allegation did not involve parish. Four more complaints received by 9/09 re abuse in 1970s and 1980s. Permanent removal to life of prayer & penance 2/10 after review board found allegations credible. | Louisville, KY | Source: WHAS 7.30.09; WAVE 7.30.09; Official Statement by Archdiocese of Louisville 7.30.09; Courier Journal 7.30.09; WLKY 7.30.09; Courier Journal 9.13.09; WHAS 9.15.09; Courier Journal 3.23.10; WAVE 3.24.10; WHAS 3.23.10 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Schoppe | Charles K. | 1949 | P | Accused | Diocesan | In 2002, it was revealed that Schoppe was forced to resign (retire) in 1992 after diocese confirmed that he sexually abused a woman when she was a minor 30 years earlier. In June 2002 Bishop took away his privileges and told him he could no longer present himself as a priest. New allegations were brought forward in 2002 by 3 more women who say they were abused as minors.. | Galveston-Houston, TX | Source: Houston Chronicle 6.23.02; Houston Chronicle 7.12.02 |
| Schouten | Clarence J. | ? | P | Accused | Diocesan | Name appears on Archdiocese's July 2004 list of priests fully restricted from ministry (or who would have been restricted if still living) because of credible allegations of abuse. He is shown as deceased but no date is given. He is not in 1993 Catholic Directory. | Milwaukee, WI | Source: Statement by Archdiocese of Milwaukee 7.9.04; Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 7.10.04 |
| Schreiter | John P. | 1969 | P | Accused | Diocesan | One person contacted Archdiocese in March 2004 with an allegation of sexual abuse in early 1980s. Schreiter himself stated that the person was an adult at the time of the alleged incident and denied all claims of sexual abuse. Matter referred to Attorney General's office which said statute had expired. Archdiocese continued investigation. In Aug 2004, the Review board decided the sexual abuse allegation was unsubstantiated and Schreiter was returned to his parish ministry. | Milwaukee, WI | Source: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 4.29.04; Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 8.10.04 |
| Schrenger | Arthur C. | 1975 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused of abuse and placed on leave 2003. Per 12/05 article, he has appealed to Rome the archdiocese's finding that he had two instances of misconduct with minors prior to 1985. One 2003 article says he admitted abuse. No criminal prosecution because of statute of limitations. | Mobile, AL | Source: Associated Press 4.2.03; Mobile Register 4.3.03; Montgomery Advertiser 4.4.03; Mobile Register 4.6.03; Mobile Register 4.25.03; WPMI.com 4.25.03; Mobile Register 2.17.04; Mobile Register 12.9.05 Assignments: Mobile Register 4.04.03 |
Schroeder | Othmar H. | 1938 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Allegations of abuse by Schroeder between 1947-75 at Holy Family church were made public 8/18/07. Bishop Gettelfinger stated that he knew of allegations in 1996 but recently learned that "scope is greater than we knew." By 8/31/07 claims of abuse ofat least 10 boys and girls had been received. Schroeder died 2/16/88. He began as a priest of the then-diocese of Indianapolis. His 1st parish was in Lawrence IN, near Cincinnati, now in the archdiocese of Indianapolis. | Evansville, IN | Source: Boeglin Letter 8.18.07; Bishop Gettelfinger Statement 8.18.07; ABC7 (AP) 8.20.07; Courier Journal (AP) 8.21.07; WFIE 8.21.07; Courier & Press 8.22.07; Courier & Press 8.29.07; NY Times 8.30.07; WEHT 8.30.07; Courier & Press 8.31.07; Associated Press 8.31.07; Tri-State Home Page 9.02.07; WFIE 11.15.07; Courier & Press 11.19.07; WFIE 11.19.07 Assignments: Detailed BA.org Assignment Record |
| Schroering | Francis A. | 1959 | P | Accused | Diocesan | In 2002 he was accused of fondling two girls in 1960s. Removed 6/02. Women were asked to meet with a psychologist who was to make a report to the diocesan review board. In 9/02 Review Board considered 1 claim & recommended that Schroering be "immediately" reinstated. Other claim not considered because girl was 18 at the time. Died 6/1/05. At one parish, Mark Kurzendoerfer was his asst pastor. | Evansville, IN | Source: Associated Press 6.11.02; Associated Press 6.15.02; Associated Press 6.17.02; Beliefnet.com 6.02; Associated Press 6.20.02 |
| Schuck | Joseph | 1953 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Placed on leave in 2003 from part-time duties in Albany Diocese after Brooklyn Diocese said he may have abused an individual more than 50 yrs previously. He had been working in the Albany Diocese for the past 25 years after moving to Albany to care for his aging parents. No accusations against him there. The victim contacted the Brooklyn Diocese in 2002 and a preliminary investigation found allegation to be "credible." Schuck, who is in 70s, retired in approx. 2000 | Brooklyn, NY | Source: Times Union 1.14.03; Press & Sun-Bulletin 1.14.03 |
| Schuhmacher | George J. | 1957 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Permanently removed 1/03 because of 1983 allegation that he provided alcohol to a 13 yr old boy and then sexually molested him during a campout. Boy was a resident at Campbell Lodge Boys Home (for troubled boys) run by Schuhmacher. He reported abuse to police in 1983 and Schuhmacher was removed. By 1986 he was back at the home and in 1996 he was given a parish assignment. | Covington, KY | Source: Cincinnati Enquirer 10.9.03; Kentucky Post 5.22.04 |
| Schulte | Daniel R. | 1987 | P | Charged | Vincentian | Charged 2006 with downloading child pornography from Internet. Removed from position as Hospital chaplain in 2005 and sent for treatment in St. Louis. Pleaded guilty 6/06. Sentenced to 7 yrs 3 mo. prison 10/06 and must register as sex offender when released (approx 2/13). Still a priest but may face laicization later depending on what church law experts say. | Chicago, IL | Source: Chicago Sun-Times 3.22.06; Houston Chronicle 3.22.06; KWMU (AP) 6.20.06; Chicago Sun-Times 6.21.06; NY Times (AP) 10.31.06; Chicago Sun-Times 11.1.06; Chicago Tribune 11.1.06 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Schulte | Raymond Francisco | 1979 | P | Sued | Benedictine | Per information contained in the St. John's Abbey Abuse Disclosure Project, one victim made a 9/02 statement in which he says Schulte sexually molested him in Oct. 1988. Schulte is also accused of knowing about abuse of youths by Dunstan Moorse and John Kelly. He was supposed to live a restricted lifestyle at St. John's but has traveled frequently, including to Italy. Named in new suit 5/18/10 by two brothers claiming abuse in 1984-1986. | St. Cloud, MN | Source: St. John's Abuse Disclosure Project (ADP); St. Cloud Times 10.2.02; St. Cloud Times 7.6.03; St. Cloud Times 5.18.10; KARE 5.18.10; WCCO 5.19.10; Star Tribune 5.19.10; Cloud Times 5.19.10; News & Observer 5.20.10; Anderson Advocates Blog 5.19.10; St. Cloud Times 6.9.10 |
Schutte | Robert W. | 1943 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Schutte's privileges were removed in late 2003 after allegations arose that he sexually abused a minor several decades before. Schutte retired in 1984 and died a little over a month later in Jan. 2004 at age 89. At some point, he served in St. Augustine in Florida and was also an auxiliary military chaplain at Air Force bases in Florida | Cincinnati, OH | Source: Catholic Telegraph (OH) 1.9.04; Pathways Spring 2004; San Antiono Express-News 10.08.04 |
| Schutty | John Joseph | 1983 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Placed on leave 4/06. Accused of abuse of minor several years ago. No other details. In 12/06, diocese announced that review board found allegations to be credible and he was removed from his position as pastor. | Jefferson City, MO | Source: Jefferson City News Tribune (AP) 4.27.06; Columbia Daily Tribune 12.13.06 |
Schwaegel | Joseph R. | 1965 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Former vicar general. Civil suit filed 8/99 alleging abuse of one 8 yr old boy in 1973. Refiled as federal case 2001. Some charges dismissed due to SOL in 2003. Case settled 2/03. Has admitted he is "a sex addict." At least 2 arrests for solicitation.Left ministry 1994 because of his sexual addition, not because of alleged abuse of minors. Other victims have come forward. Testified in Kownacki trial 8/08. On 1/24/09 the diocesan website gave his status as "Administrative Leave / Retired." | Belleville, IL | Source: St. Louis Post Dispatch 12.8.94; Post Dispatch 8.24.99; NY Times 3.3.02; Belleville News Democrat 7.14.02; News Democrat 7.16.02; News Democrat 9.15.02; Post Dispatch 1.30.03; News Democrat 1.31.03; Post Dispatch 2.21.03; Belleville News-Democrat 3.7.03; Belleville News Democrat 4.24.07; News Democrat 8.21.08; News Democrat 8.22.08; Post Dispatch 8.22.08; Testimony in Kownacki Trial 8.22.08 |
| Schwartz | John | P | Sued | Jesuit | Sued 2005. Accused of abuse of student in 1986-1987 in Oregon. Article says he is no longer a Jesuit but works as priest for Archdiocese of San Francisco and has taken a voluntary leave . Suit settled for $95,000 in Nov. 2005. Per 11/06 article, Schwartz is being returned to active duty because Archdiocese says accusations were not credible. | Portland, OR | Source: Marlin Independent Journal 10.26.05; Oregonian 11.14.05; Marin Independent Journal 12.01.05; CBS 5 10.25.05; Oregonian 11.30.05; Oregonian 10.07.05; Table: The Oregonian 11.12.06; Marin Independent Journal 11.28.06; Fresno Bee 11.29.06; KTVU 11.28.06; Good Jesuit, Bad Jesuit 11.12.09 | |
Schwartz | William T. | 1958 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Accused of abuse of youths in 1960s and 1970s. Laicized 11/05. 1 lawsuit filed in 2004 settled in 2005 for $100,000. 3 plaintiffs settled 2/06 with diocese as part of settlement re several priests. Settled with Schwartz in 4/06. At least 1 more claim included in $2.6 mil settlement with Archdiocese 3/07. 3 cases were included in 01/08 settlement with Diocese but are still pending against Schwartz individually. | Dubuque, IA | Source: Courier 1.16.05; Courier 9.28.05; Des Moines Register 1.06.06; Courier 1.06.06; Globe Gazette 1.06.06; Sioux City Journal 1.06.06; Diocese of Dubuque Annual Report 1.06.06; Herald Telegraph 2.22.06; Sioux City Journal 2.22.06; Globe Gazette 2.21.06; Telegraph Herald 3.05.06; Telegraph Herald 3.07.06; Telegraph Herald 3.07.06 (2nd); KWWL 4.19.06; WQAD 4.20.06 Assignments: Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier 2.07.08 (add'l article); Telegraph Herald 4.28.10 (add'l article); Archdiocesan Report on Assignments and Other Info 9.22.06 |
| Schweich | Ramona | N | Settled | School Sisters of Notre Dame | Accused of sexually abusing a 16-year-old girl at a boarding school in Colton WA. Admitted the acts but claimed they were consensual. Order settled the case in 2004 for about $120K and had settled another claim in 2003 for $30K. | Spokane, WA | Source: Associated Press 6.25.04; Mankato Free Press 6.23.04 | |
| Scott | George M. | 1925 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Accused of abusing both a boy and a girl (each about 7 or 8) between 1947-1958. Named by 2 plaintiffs in civil suit filed 12/03. Died 1986. Claims included in massive $660 mil settlement by LA archdiocese of over 500 claims July 14, 2007. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 3; Press-Telegram (San Pedro, CA) 1.12.04; LA Times 7.15.07; City of Angels 12.07.07 Assignments: LA Archdiocesan Report Addendum 11.15.05; LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
| Scruton | Stephen | 1960 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Arrested at least twice for lewd behavior and/or indecent behavior. Sued in 1991 by one boy alleging abuse in 1986. Took sick leave in 1990. Removed from position at counselor for sex offenders at Essex County Jail in 1992 after name appeared on list ofaccused abusers. Named in 3 suits in 2002. At least one claim in 11/02 $5M settlement involving 62 victims and 28 priests. | Manchester, NH | Source: Associated Press 2.15.02; Union Leader 2.16.02; Union Leader 2.16.02; Associated Press 4.9.02; Associated Press 5.15.02; Union Leader 6.20.02; Nashua (NH) Telegraph 11.27.02; NH AG Audit Records 3.26.09 |
| Scully | Richard | 1978 | P | Settled | Diocesan | 1994 civil suit alleges Scully (who later moved to Hereford, Tx) abused a 15 yr old in 1980 at church school. Suit also claims Fr. Dale Calhoun abused the youth. Removed from parish in Yakima diocese in 1988 and sent to treatment. Worked in Amarillo TXfrom 1989-3/02 when he resigned. At least 2 claims settled confidentially. Seattle priest came forward 2004 to say Scully had also abused him in 1970s when he was 15. He reported it to church in 2003. Scully is no longer an active priest. | Yakima, WA | Source: Associated Press 7.29.99; Seattle Times 4.14.02; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; Dallas Morning News 7.4.02; Dallas Morning News 1.19.04; Yakima Herald Republic 2.28.04; Associated Press 8.31.04; Seattle Post-Intelligencer 8.31.04; Yakima Herald-Republic 9.1.04; Seattle Times 9.1.04; Seattle Post-Intelligencer 9.23.04; Yakima Herald Republic 1.07.07; Yakima Herald-Republic 7.4.10 |
| Sebescak | Gary | 1994 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Ordained in 1994, Sebescak was removed from assignment as assoc. pastor of St. Mary's in Mount Vernon by Bishop Gregory 4/95 after someone came forward to allege that Sebescak had sexually abused a minor six yrs previously while at St. Meinrad Catholic Seminary. Bishop Gregory found the allegations credible. No criminal charges filed. No further information found. | Belleville, IL | Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch 4.26.95 |
Sego | Arthur A. | 1943 | P | Accused | Diocesan | 1995 civil suit says Sego abused a woman when she was in elementary school 27 yrs before. Suit was dismissed on SOL. Ct. of Appeals affirmed dismissal 8/9/96, 669 N.E.2d 1034. Admited exposing himself to one young girl and having another undress and dance for him. Removed from ministry1994. Lived under restrictions in priest retirement home near St. Louis until death in 1998. Abuse allegations involve young girls, teenagers, and pregnant girls. Lived and traveled with Bishop Higi for many years. | 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; Indianapolis Star 2.17.97; Journal and Courier 2.1.04 |
| Seidel | Michael L. | 1987 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Suspended by the Archdiocese in 1998 after an allegation of abuse of a minor was determined to be credible. Laicization announced 11/03/06. | St. Louis, MO | Source: St. Louis Review 11.03.06; MyFox (AP) 11.03.06; Archdiocese of St. Louis Press Release 11.03.06; St. Louis Post-Dispatch 11.04.06 Assignments: Assignment Record |
| Seidenberg | Augustine J. | 1948 | P | Accused | Diocesan | 5 women filed suit in 1994 (in Rubino's RICO suit) alleging abuse as minors. Seidenberg would force them to sit on his lap while he masturbated and fondled them during confessions. Permanently suspended from ministry 1994 Women shared in 3/03 settlement. | Camden, NJ | Source: Atlantic Cty, NJ; # ATL-L-004059-94; Philadelphia Inquirer 11.1.94; The Record (AP) 11.2.94; Courier Post 4.14.02; Philadelphia Inquirer 7.21.02; Star-Ledger 3.14.03; Philadelphia Inquirer 10.16.05 |
| Seifner | Thomas | 1992 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Seifner, pastor of parishes in Loose Creek and Bonnots Mill, was removed from his positions in 12/09 after allegations that he had engaged in "inappropriate electronic communication" with a minor male five yrs previously. Accuser is now an adult. Seifner had only been at the parishes since 7/09. Current whereabouts are unknown. Diocese may not have filed police reports yet. Review board found his actions to be true sexual abuse of a minor. | Jefferson City, MO | Source: Media Advisory from Jefferson City Diocese 12.20.09; News Tribune 1.8.10; ConnectMidMissouri 1.8.10; Boonville Daily News 1.8.10; KOMU 1.8.10; KOMU 1.11.10; Hanibal Courier-Post 1.12.10; KOMU 2.27.10; News Tribune 2.28.10; Boonville Daily News 5.28.10 |
| Seitz | Paul F. | 1958 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Removed 11/94 after allegations that he was involved in sexual misconduct with a minor 30 yrs before. No criminal charges filed as of 3/95 and Seitz denied. Allowed to return to work prior to 2002. Assigned to a smaller parish and ordered not to be alone with children. 6/02 article said that Seitz has since resigned "for health reasons." | Charleston, SC | Source: Post and Courier (SC) 3.4.95; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; Renew America 8.18.06 |
| Sella | Donald J. | 1983 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Allegations against Sella were made in 1/04 civil suit. At least one claim of sexual abuse of a child was settled in 2/05 as part of a $5M settlement of claims by 27 individuals against several priests. Sella was still serving in a parish in 2005 because "the diocese found no evidence of wrongdoing during an internal review" and he is still active priest as of Feb. 2008. | Paterson, NJ | Source: Herald News 11.4.04; Herald News 2.16.05; Record 2.16.05 |
Sellentin | Thomas | 1965 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Sellentin removed from duties 4/02 after one victim came forward. He admitted sexually abusing boys as far back as 30 years ago. People from 2 parishes say church authorities knew about abuse allegations for many years. Sellentin was transferred in 1960s after allegations. Matter discussed at meeting with church pastor in 1960s. Sellentin transferred again about 1980 after complaints. Allegations of abuse in at least 4 parishes between 1968 and 1974. Civil suit(s) filed 3/03. | Omaha, NE | Source: Omaha World-Herald 4.08.02; Omaha World-Herald 4.09.02; Omaha World-Herald 4.10.02; Omaha World-Herald 4.11.02; Omaha World-Herald 4.29.02; Omaha World-Herald 6.02.02; Omaha World-Herald 6.09.02; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; Omaha World-Herald 6.16.02; Associated Press 8.16.02; Omaha World-Herald 8.17.02; Associated Press 3.06.03 |
Selvaraj | James | P | Accused | Diocesan | From India. Worked in diocese since 1998 but still assigned to diocese in India. In 2005 he was accused of improperly touching an 11 yr old girl. Removed from duties. In Feb. 2006 a grand jury dismissed the charges. Bishop removed him from ministry andtried to send him back to India. As of 2010, he was still in NJ but Vatican has yet to respond to his appeal to have privileges restored. | Trenton, NJ | Source: The Times (NJ) 10.31.05; The Times (NJ) 12.02.05; The Tretonian 12.02.05; NBC10.com 12.02.05; India Abroad 12.23.05; The Times (NJ) 2.03.06; The Trentonian 2.12.06; The Times (NJ) 2.13.06; National Catholic Reporter 5.6.10 | |
Seminatore | Joseph J. | 1969 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Placed on leave 2002 from Parmadale Family Services home when man came forward to allege sexual abuse at the home (which offered treatment to children with emotional problems.) Seminatore denied charges even after two more victims came forward. Allthree men filed suit 07/02. In 8/02 Seminatore filed a countersuit alleging conspiracy. Plaintiffs' case dismissed on SOL; dismissal upheld by Appeals Ct. in 2006. Seminatore's claim dismissed by trial court; upheld by Appeals Court 12/04. | Cleveland, OH | Source: Plain Dealer 5.4.02; Plain Dealer 6.16.02; Plain Dealer 7.12.02; Plain Dealer 8.20.02; Plain Dealer 4.28.04; OHIO COURT OF APPEALS, EIGHTH DISTRICT, COUNTY OF CUYAHOGA, Cause No. 84032, rendered 12.2.04; Ohio Court of Appeals Decision in Doe v. Moe, 2006-Ohio-5233 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Senko | Martin Richard | 1956 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Senko resigned as pastor of St. Peter's in Portland 3/93 and was sent for treatment after he was accused of improperly touching a 15-yr-old girl in the parish between 1965-1969. He denied touching the girl "consciously or unconsciously." Did admit relationships with adult women. From 1994-1998 he was administrator of St. Andrew in Cornelius. Retired in 1998; removed from public ministry 5/02 and died 12/04. Documents from file released 11/08. | Portland, OR | Source: Table: The Oregonian 11.12.06; The Oregonian 6.6.07 (Documents); Final Report of Document Arbitration 11.24.08; Documents Released by Archdiocese 11.25.08 |
Sepulveda | Edgar | 2004 ? | P | Accused | Diocesan | Native of Columbia. Placed on leave 9/09 after accusations of sexual abuse of a 16 yr old boy in 5/09 in Brunswick County. Matter did not make news until he was arrested 1.8.10 and charged with two counts of sex crimes against a juvenile. He has deniedthe allegations. Before allegations received, he was pastor at Maria Reina Parish in Mt. Olive, Santa Teresa Mission in Beulaville and Santa Clara Mission in Magnolia. | Raleigh, NC | Source: Statement by Raleigh Diocese 9.09; WECT 1.8.10; Statement by Raleigh Diocese 1.9.10; Star News 1.9.10; Sun News 1.9.10; News Observer 1.9.10; WRAL 1.9.10; Star News 1.11.10; WECT 1.11.10; Sun News 1.11.10 |
Serratos | Avdon (Audon) | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Priest visiting from Colima diocese in Mexico. Sexually abused a 15-year-old girl on 8/10/03 during confession, was arrested, pled no contest, and in 2004 was sentenced to a year in jail. Archdiocese could not determine whether Serratos had been granted faculties to minister. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LAPD 8.12.03; LA Times 8.12.03; AP 2.10.04 | |
| Sewall | H. Charles | 1960 | P | Settled | Diocesan | After accuser came forward in 5/02, he admitted that he "engaged in sexual misconduct" with one individual when he was a high school principal. 2 other victims came forward. One had an audio tape from 1988 of conversation between himself and Sewall in which Sewall acknowledged the abuse. Attorney for this man had notified the Diocese by letter in 1988 and Diocese settled. Three suits filed in 2002. Permanently removed from ministry in 6/03. | Syracuse, NY | Source: Associated Press 5.3.02; Associated Press 5.10.02; Post-Standard 5.16.02; Associated Press 6.5.02; Post-Standard 6.7.02; Post-Standard 6.7.02; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; Times-Union (AP) 7.19.02; Times-Union 8.8.02; Post-Standard 11.1.02; Post-Standard 6.18.03; Post-Standard 1.8.04; Post-Standard 2.19.04; Observer-Dispatch 2.24.04 |
Sewar | Dennis R. | 1983 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Sewar had taken a sabatical in 01/05 but was placed on leave 6/05 and then arrested 7/05. Charged with abuse of 14 yr old boy from 1999-2001. Trial set for 8/06. Allowed to plead guilty to lesser charge of attempted endangering the welfare of a child, a misdemeanor. Sentenced to 1 yr probation. In 9/08 he was teaching in Hong Kong school until a parent googled him and found hs record on this website. | Rochester, NY | Source: WROC 7.24.05; Rochester Democrat and Chronicle 7.24.05; Democrat and Chronicle 7.25.05; Post-Standard 7.25.05; Star Gazette 7.25.05; Catholic Courier 7.25.05; WHAM 8.2.05; Democrat and Chronicle 8.2.05; Catholic Courier 8.18.05; Democrat and Chronicle 11.23.05; Democrat Chronicle 2.01.06; Democrat and Chronicle 4.04.06; Democrat & Chronicle 8.01.06; Press and Sun-Bulletin 5.05.07; Straits Times 9.15.08 Assignments: WROC 9.15.08 (add'l article); South China Morning Post 9.16.08 (add'l article); Earthtimes 9.16.08 (add'l article) |
| Sexton | Patrick | 1977 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Complaint made 1983 and he underwent counseling. 1 man filed civil suit 2001 alleging abuse 22 yrs previously. Total of 3 victims known by June, 2002. Male plaintiff alleged abuse by Sexton from approx. 1982-1985 in massive suit filed Oct 1, 2003 where 27 victims allege abuse by 24 priests. Placed on leave 1990 but worked as part-time parochial school teacher until 2000. | Brooklyn, NY | Source: NY Post 3.06.00; Journal News 3.11.00; NY Post 7.17.01; NY Daily News 7.17.01; NY Post 5.18.02; USA Today 11.11.02; Newsday 10.02.03; Queens Chronicle 10.09.03 |
| Sforza | Vincent | P | Sued | Diocesan | In massive divil suit filed Oct 1, 2003 27 victims allege abuse by 24 priests, including Sforza. One plaintiff says that he was sexually abused by Sforza from 1967 to 1968. Oct. 2003 article says Sforza could not be located. He is not in 1993 or 2002 Catholic Directory. | Brooklyn, NY | Source: Newsday 10.02.03 | |
Shafer | Drake R. | 1973 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Sued 2003, when he was vicar general. Accused of sexually abusing a male minor in 1973 or 1974. Denied the charge, but wrote email to the victim in 2002 that was an "admission of serious misconduct." Suit settled 4/05. Claims against Diocese were settled fall, 2004 as part of large settlement. He asked to be reinstated as VG. Name NOT on Diocese's 7/08 list of credibly accused priests. Review board found him NOT guilty of abuse 11/08 and will reinstate. Shafer asked that assignment be withdrawn 1/09. | Davenport, IA | Source: Des Moines Register 7.18.03; Des Moines Register 3.20.04; Fort Madison Daily Democrat 5.06.04; Quad-City Times 4.13.05; Quad-City Times 5.19.05; Des Moines Register 11.23.05; Diocese of Davenport Creditors Committee Website 8.27.07; Quad-City Times 7.10.08; Quad-City Times 7.18.08; Des Moines Register 11.3.08; Press Release by Davenport Diocese 11.3.08; WCCO 11.3.08; Press-Citizen 11.4.08; Catholic Culture 11.5.08; Quad-City Times 1.19.08 Assignments: BA.org Concise Assignment Record; BA.org Assignment Record |
| Shaffer | Fintan | B | Accused | Little Brothers of the Good Shepard | Real name was Guy Dale Shaffer. Known as Brother Fintan. Administrator of Home for mentally handicapped run by the Order. In 1985 there were allegations that Shaffer and other religious had abused residents of the home. One resident died of AIDS. No criminal charges against him but civil suit filed1993 and settled 1997. Left order in mid 1980s and died in 1989. | Columbus, OH | Source: Columbus Dispatch 5.22.93; Telegraph Herald 3.3.96; U.S. News & World Report 3.11.96; Cincinnati Enquirer 9.14.00 | |
Shanley | Paul R. | 1960 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Laicized 2004. Convicted 2005 of sexually abusing boy in the 1980s. Dozens of complaints; many settlements. Abuse included oral and anal rape. First complaint 1961 from parents of 12-year-old boy. Earliest complaint in file 1967 from priest alleging Shanley abused a 16-year-old boy. Shanley denied and was assigned to parish work, special ministries, and parish work again until 1989. Then was transferred to NY and San Bernardino, where he allegedly abused 17-year-old boy. Serving 12-15 yrs. | Boston, MA | Source: Affidavits; Personnel File; Boston Globe 1.31.02; Boston Globe 4.9.02; NY Times 5.19.02; Vanity Fair 8.02; AP 2.8.05; Boston Globe 5.28.08; Boston Globe 5.28.08; Daily News Tribune 5.29.08; Daily News Tribune 5.29.08; Patriot Ledger 10.20.08; Boston Globe (AP) 11.26.08; WBZ 11.27.08; TheBostonChannel 1.26.09 Assignments: WBUR 1.27.09 (add'l article); Boston Globe 1.27.09 (add'l article); Daily Advance (AP) 9.9.09 (add'l article); NY Times 9.10.09 (add'l article); Boston Globe 1.15.10 (add'l article); BA.org Assignment Record |
| Shannon | Joseph E. | 1961 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Named in 1991 civil suit as having abused an altar boy from age 12-27 yrs. Shannon placed on sick leave in 1990. Diocese finally agreed to settle the case 10/93 for $50,000 when victim threatened to appeal dismissal on SOL grounds. Also named in 1994 RICO pleading as having abused another youth. Denied allegations. Claims dismissed on SOL but setted 3/03 when all RICO claims settled. | Camden, NJ | Source: Philadelphia Inquirer 1.11.94; Philadelphia Inquirer 1.12.94; Philadelphia Inquirer 11.1.94; Philadelphia Inquirer 6.21.02; Philadelphia Inquirer 7.21.02; Star-Ledger 3.14.03; Philadelphia Inquirer 10.16.05 |
| Shannon | Patrick | 1972 | P | Accused | Oblate | In 11/05 allegations of abuse were made against Shannon involving events that took place in early 1970s. Order found the allegations believable and he was placed on leave immediately. | Harrisburg, PA | Source: WNEP 11.18.05; The Daily Item 11.23.05 |
| Sharkey | Joe | B | Sued | Servite | Accused of abuse of 1 from 1967-1968 per archdiocesan report. Named in civil suit.. Also on the Orange Diocese list of abusers. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 7; OC Weekly 3.04.05 Assignments: LA Times Database 4.20.06; OC Weekly 3.04.05 | |
| Sharpe | Joseph F. | 1943 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Sued 2003. Accused of abuse of 1 between 1958-1964 per archdiocesan report. Excardinated from LA and incardinated in Orange 1976. Also on that Diocese's list of abusive priests. Died 1999. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: The Wanderer 1.8.04; LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 3; LA Times 12.18.03; OC Weekly 10.28.05-11.03.05; Ten Minute Activist 2.06.04; City of Angels 12.07.07 Assignments: LA Archdiocesan Report Addendum 11.15.05; LA Times Database 4.20.06; OC Weekly 3.04.05 |
Shauris | Robert A. | 1974 | P | Settled | Diocesan | One of 3 previously unnamed priests listed in 1995 confidential settlement of a 1993 lawsuit against Thomas A. Kane & Worcester Diocese. Shauris had been placed on leave 1991 "so he could work" at local college when he was accused in 2002 suit of abuse of 2 boys in mid-1980s at St. Bernard's Catholic High School in Fitchburg. Case settled 2004. | Worcester, MA | Source: Telegram & Gazette 2.26.02; Telegram & Gazette 3.27.02; Telegram & Gazette 9.10.04; Telegram & Gazette 11.28.05 |
| Shaw | Eileen | N | Accused | Sisters of Charity | Accused of sexually abusing a girl, beginning in 1968 at age 15 and continuing until 1992. Order provided therapy and some financial assistance. Removed as principal of elementary school in 1994. In 2004 she was working as administrator of the Caritas Community in Jersey City, a retirement home for nuns. | Paterson, NJ | Source: Daily Record 10.24.04; Sunday News 1.14.05; LancasterOnLine 1.16.05 | |
| Shea | Leo Alfred | 1964 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | In 1994 Shea pled guilty to assaulting a 14 yr old and seven others; sentenced to 3-6 yrs prison. Released on parole 1997 and "retired." 1993 civil suit.by 1 man. Accused in 2002 civil suits of abusing 2 boys. Claims by 6 individuals included in 10/02settlement with Diocese. Another settlement in 11/02 also included at least 1 claim. Shea died 10/08. | Manchester, NH | Source: Associated Press 2.28.94; Boston Globe 2.14.97; Associated Press 2.15.02; Associated Press 5.31.02; Associated Press 7.29.02; Union Leader 7.30.02; Union Leader 9.7.02; Union Leader 10.12.02; Union Leader 11.27.02; Documents from New Hampshire Atty General Report 3.03.03; Union Leader 10.7.06; Union Leader 10.10.08; NH AG Audit Records 3.26.09 |
Shea | Thomas F. | 1964 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused of abuse of 6 boys in 1970s. Placed on leave 1994 and retired with restrictions 1995. Further restrictions added 2004 and Shea agreed to permanent restriction of ministry and to live a supervised life. | Philadelphia, PA | Source: Philadelphia Grand Jury Report; Philadelphia Daily News 9.22.05; National Catholic Reporter 4.28.06; Philadelphia Daily News 4.03.08 Assignments: Philadelphia Archdiocesan Priest Data Profile |
Shea | Thomas W. | 1946 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Per 3/04 articles, Shea was accused of molesting at least 16 girls in the 11 parishes where he served in the Diocese of Norwich. Abuse occurred over a period of 30 years and was often referred to in church records as "prolonged kissing" and not as sexual abuse. Parents would complaint and Shea would be transferred. First recorded complaint from personnel files is 1965. Placed on leave 1983. Numerous transfers and treatment. Died in 2006. One woman's civil suit settled 12/08. RICO suit filed 11/08. | Norwich, CT | Source: The Day 2.12.04; The Day 3.14.04; The Day 3.14.04; The Day 5.13.07; The Day 7.5.07; The Day 8.1.07; The Day 12.18.08; The Day 12.19.08; Newsday 12.19.08; Hartford Courant 12.31.08; Newsday 12.31.08; Register Citizen 12.31.08; The Day 1.1.09; Hartford Courant 5.18.10; The Day 5.21.10 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Sheahan | John A. | 1960 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Accused of abuse of 4 from 1961-1965 per archdiocesan report. Civil suit filed 12/03 includes allegations that he abused 3 during the relevant time frame. Note that name is spelled Sheehan in the civil suit. Brain surgery in early 1970s and then medical retirement. | Orange, CA | Source: LA Archdiocosan Report 2.17.04 page 3; LA Times 2.18.04; OC Weekly 3.04.05 Assignments: LA Archdiocesan Report Addendum 11.15.05; LA Times Database 4.20.06; OC Weekly 3.04.05 |
| Sheedy | Lawrence | P | Accused | Diocesan | 1 man filed civil suit in 2004 naming Sheedy as his abuser. Man said abuse occured at a Catholic orphanage in 1967-1968 until Mother Superior found out. Sheedy transferred to Arizona and later died. Suit settled 6/06 at mediation. Man and others accusing priest Nyhan turned around and immediately filed another suit against church for loss of consortium. | Charleston, SC | Source: WIS TV (Charleston SC) 8.09.06; WIS TV 8.9.06; WIS TV (Charleston SC) 8.22.06; Post and Courier 1.27.07 | |
Sheedy | Patrick J. | P | Accused | Diocesan | On 5/12/10 attorney for minor plaintiff announced he would file suit against Sheedy shortly. Sheedy has emphatically denied the allegation in public news conference. On 5/13/10 Plaintiff's attorney said he had agreed to delay filing suit at request of diocese who didn't believe allegations.. . | Orlando, FL | Source: WDBO 5.12.10; 13 News 5.13.10 | |
Shelander | Donald E. | 1970 | P | Accused | Diocesan | In 2006, Archdiocese removed privileges of Shelander (who retired in 2002) after man came forward to allege he had been abused between ages of 14 and 18 years old in late 1970s-early 1980s. Shelander was pastor at St. Mary Parish in Urbana at the time.Archdiocese said it found "the semblance of truth" in the allegations. He was returned to active status 2/09 after church tribunal (affirmed by Vatican) found him not guilty. | Cincinnati, OH | Source: Cincinnati Enquirer 3.15.06; Dayton Daily News 3.16.06; Springfield News-Sun 3.16.06; Dayton Daily News 4.22.07; Dayton Daily News 2.2.09; WTTE 2.2.09; Cincinnati Enquirer 2.2.09 Assignments: The Beacon Journal 3.15.06; Columbus Dispatch 3.17.06 |
| Sheridan | Gregory | 1948 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Name appears on list of priests with credible allegations released by San Diego Diocese 3/30/07. No specific information found as to actual allegations. Died in Feb. 1991. | San Diego, CA | Source: Lompoc Record 3.30.07; San Diego Union Tribune 3.31.07 Assignments: Diocese of San Diego List 3.30.07 |
| Sherlock | J. Alex | 1966 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Placed on leave 2/03. First complaint received by Arch. Lipscomb in 1997 regarding abuse in 1970s. Sherlock admitted the incident; Lipscomb transferred him to another parish. At least 3 further credible allegations received between 2000 and 3/03. Sherlock admitted relations with at least 3 students at McGill-Toolen High school. Resigned 2003. Died 2005. | Mobile, AL | Source: Statement by Archbishop Lipscomb in Mobile Register 3.19.03; NBC 13 3.20.03; The News (AP) 4.18.03; WPMI.com 4.25.03; Mobile Register 5.1.03; Portsmouth Herald 2.1.04; Mobile Register 2.17.04; Montgomery Advertiser 11.26.05 |
| Sherry | Edward F. | 1968 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Man filed suit 1/03 which alleged that he was fondled and raped by Sherry from ages 13-16, beginning about 1968. This was first allegation against Sherry. Sherry was allowed to remain as active priest until 8/03 when newly-appointed Archbishop O'Malley placed him on leave. Claim settled in 2003. Allowed to return to active status at old parish 6/05 after review board was unable to substantiate the claims. | Boston, MA | Source: Boston Globe 1.30.03; Boston Herald 1.30.03; NY Times 1.30.03; Boston Globe 3.5.03; Boston Globe 1.24.03; Boston.com 6.5.05; Catholic Online 5.5.06 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Sherwood | Wilputte Alanson 'Lan' | 1975 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Arrested 1984 and 1986 for public indecency. Arrested and convicted 1993 of sexual contact and attempted sexual contact with a 14 yr old boy in 1987 at St. Benedict Church in Chandler. Sentenced to 10 yrs in prison. Wrote in diary of over 1800 male partners,of whom 22 were minors. Released from jail 11/03 and placed at Arizona State Hospital for evaluation as sex offender. Disappeared 2005 until 11/08 arrest. On AZ sex offender registry 1/3/10. | Phoenix, AZ | Source: Phoenix Gazette 3.12.93; Arizona Republic 3.20.93; Phoenix Gazette 3.31.93; Arizona Republic 4.1.93; Arizona Republic 6.17.93; Arizona Republic 6.22.93; Phoenix Gazette 6.22.93; Phoenix Gazette 6.23.93; Arizona Republic 7.10.93; Arizona Republic 8.28.93; Phoenix Gazette 8.28.93; Arizona Republic 5.28.02; Arizona Republic 6.22.02; Arizona Republic 11.10.02; Arizona Republic 6.13.03 Assignments: Associated Press 11.14.03 (add'l article); Arizona Republic 11.17.05 (add'l article); Arizona Republic 11.10.06 (add'l article); Phoenix New Times 11.17.08 (add'l article); San Jose Mercury News 11.17.08 (add'l article); Arizona Republic 11.17.08 (add'l article) |
| Shibley | Amel A. | 1962 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Allegations were made against Shibley in 1993 and 1995 re abuse of 2 boys dating from 1980s. One article says that there was a 1980s investigation. Shibley was ordered to retire in 1995 but was allowed to return to part-time duties as administrator at another parish in 1997 (under restrictions). He was placed on leave again 3/02 and his faculties were permanently removed. He is believed to have died in 2002. | Springfield-Cape Girardeau, MO | Source: Springfield News Leader 3.19.02; Associated Press 3.19.02; Springfield News Leader 3.20.02; Batesville Daily Guard 3.20.02; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; Sikeston Standard Democrat 9.16.02; The Mirror 3.22.03; News Leader 1.1.08 |
| Shields | Joseph E. | 1936 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused of abusing Junior HS boy on Exeter golf course in about 1974. In that year, Shields became pastor of St. Michael's in Exeter. Same man also reported abuse by another priest and a teacher at his school. At last report Shields was in his 90s and living in FL. | Manchester, NH | Source: NH AG Audit Records 3.26.09 |
| Shields | William J. | 1958 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Civil suit filed 3/04 against Diocese alleged that Shields abused Plaintiff in 1972 when he was a 12 yr old altar boy in 1972. Shields invited him back to rectory after bingo night and began to molest him. Plaintiff fled and never let himself be alone with the priest again. Shields retired in 1995 and died 8/00. | Allentown, PA | Source: Morning Call 8.29.00; Morning Call 3.5.04 |
| Shiffler | John C. | 1978 | P | Accused | Diocesan | 2002 suit alleged that man had been abused by Shiffler in 1987 and by Dennis Gray from 1983-1987. Man complained to Diocese in 1995 and Shiffler admitted to abusing Plaintiff and another youth in mid-1980s. He was sent for therapy and returned to limited duty as chaplain at a home for the aged 7/97 and as administrator of two parishes. Permanently removed from active ministry 7/02 because of "credible allegations." | Toledo, OH | Source: Associated Press 7.7.02; News-Messenger 7.9.02; 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 |
| Shimmaly | Edward E. | 1961 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Accused of abuse of 1 between 1961-1963 per archdiocesan report addendum. Named in at least 1 civil suit. Deceased. Name is spelled Shimmaly in Directory but Schimmaly in archdiocesan Addendum. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Archdiocesan Report Addendum 11.15.05 Assignments: LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
| Shiner | Kenneth H. | 1945 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Man filed a civil suit in 2001 alleging that Shiner abused him for 4 years from 1980-1984 beginning when he was 14. Said Shiner would take him out for dinner and drinks before molesting him at the Rectory. Shiner denies that the abuse ever happened. No other victims have come forward. No information found that Shiner was placed on leave from assignment. Claims included in 10/05 $22 mil settlement with Archdiocese re 14 priests. | Hartford, CT | Source: Hartford Courant 2.19.02; Hartford Courant 3.09.02; Hartford Courant 3.10.02; Connecticut Post 8.03.03; Hartford Courant 11.01.05; NY Times 11.01.05 |
| Shinos | Robert S. | 1963 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Shinos placed on leave 3/04 over allegations of sexual abuse of a boy in 1960s in Albany. Diocese review board says that the accusations were credible. Original accusation received 1/04. Shinos had been pastor of same church since 1977. Plaintiff filed a civil suit 7/04 against Albany Diocese and Boston Archdiocese saying he had been abused by Shinos and at least two other priests while he was growing up. He also alleged abuse by another priest as an adult. | Albany, NY | Source: Albany Times Union 3.8.04; The Evangelist 3.11.04; Observer-Dispatch (NY) 3.15.04 |
Shirilla | Gerald | 1968 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Accused of abuse of at least 7 youths from 1972-1981. Named in several civil suits. Moved to Gaylord Diocese and then placed on leave in 2002. Died 2004. | Detroit, MI | Source: Associated Press 1.21.99; Detroit Free Press 3.2.02; Detroit Free Press 3.7.02; Detroit Free Press 3.21.02; Detroit Free Press 3.22.02; Detroit Free Press 3.22.02 (2nd); Chicago Sun Times 3.24.02; Detroit Free Press 3.24.02; Detroit Press 3.27.02; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; Detroit News 7.14.02; USA Today 11.11.02; Detroit Free Press 4.14.03; Detroit Free Press 6.19.04; Arachdiocese of Detroit Status Report 10.09 |
Shoback | Edward J. | 1967 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Relieved of ministerial duties in 2004 after admitting to sexual misconduct with a minor that occurred more than 20 years ago. In 2006 another man and his family came forward to allege that Shoback has also abused him at age 13. This individual received funds every month for 4 years as reimb. for lost wages. The funds were deducted from Shoback's pension. No criminal charges ever filed due to SOL. Laicization announced 7/17/09. | Scranton, PA | Source: Wilkes-Barre Times Leader 7.27.04; Times Tribune 7.13.08; Times Tribune 7.13.08; Statement by the Diocese of Scranton 7.17.09; Times Leader 7.24.09 Assignments: Times Leader 7.9.06 |
| Shorty | John | 1974 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused of abuse of a minor in late 1970s. Placed on leave in 1994. Parish was told he was leaving because of stress. Left the priesthood about 4 yrs later and was laicized by Vatican in 2006. | Portland, ME | Source: Boston.com (AP) 2.28.06; Portland Press Herald 3.1.06; Portland Press Herald 3.1.06; Kennebec Journal 3.1.06; Courier Gazette 3.2.06; Bangor Daily News 1.29.07; Maine Today (AP) 5.30.08 |
| Shrader | Dwight E. | 1982 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Person came forward 5/03 to allege abuse as a teenager by Shrader. The Review Board found accusation to be credible and Shrader placed on leave in 6/03. By end of 2003 a total of four men and one woman had come forward to allege that Shrader abused them(4 of the 5 were under 18 at the time) within the past 5-6 years. Diocese says that Sharader did not engage in sexual intercourse but there was physical contact or verbal misconduct such as sexual jokes or propositions. | Richmond, VA | Source: Associated Press 6.16.03; Virginia Pilot 6.17.03; Statement by the Diocese of Richmond 8.1.03; Associated Press 8.1.03; Virginia Pilot 8.2.03; Richmond Times Dispatch 8.2.03; Virginia Pilot 8.6.03 |
Shrimplin | Glen | D | Sued | Diocesan | 2 men filed civil suit 10/03 claiming abuse by Shrimplin in 1970s. Shrimplin was ordained a deacon in 1974 and says he left the active diaconate of his own accord in 1987. He denied allegations of abuse. Late Bishop Hoffman acknowledged that Shrimplin was "removed from active diaconal ministry." 3rd man settled 2004 and 4th man filed civil suit 2/08 in Florida alleging abuse on trip to Florida in 1975 or 1976. Vatican formally laicized him 11/30/07. Civil suit dropped due to SOL 6/08. | Toledo, OH | Source: Toledo Blade 10.28.03; WTOL 10.29.03; News-Press 10.30.03; Toledo Blade 3.30.04; Seattle Post-Intelligencer 8.19.04; Seattle Post Intelligencer 8.19.04; News-Press 2.12.08; Naples Daily News 2.12.08; WBBH 2.12.08; Toledo Blade 2.13.08; WTOL 2.13.08; Toledo Blade 2.14.08; News Press 6.13.08; Toledo Blade 6.19.08 | |
| Shurtleff | Robert M. | 1970 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Shurtleff was one of four priests removed from parish assignments 6/02 as result of the Zero-Tolerance policy resulting from the Dallas Bishops' Conference. Diocese said all four priests had substantiated allegations against them and all had been through some form of therapy. No other information found. | Ogdensburg, NY | Source: Press-Republican 7.2.02; Sun-Sentinel 7.3.03; Watertown Daily Times 1.6.04 |
| Sickler | James G. | 1952 | P | Sued | Diocesan | In massive civil suit filed Oct 1, 2003 27 victims allege abuse by 24 priests, including Sickler. One man says he was sexually abused by Sickler from 1959 to 1961. Plaintiff was 14. Sickler asked the youth to join a "secret club" in the restroom of theparish elementary school. Handshake for the "secret club" involved manipulating each other's genitals. Sickler died in October, 1996. | Brooklyn, NY | Source: Newsday 10.02.03 |
Sicoli | David C. | 1975 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused of abuse of at least 12 boys in their mid-teens during his career as a priest. Placed on administrative leave in 2004 and then further restrictions added in Feb. 2005. His case was referred to the Vatican for review and laicization announced 2/08. | Philadelphia, PA | Source: 1.12.78 memo from Chancellor Statkus; 6.22.83 memo from Chancellor Statkus; Philadephila Inquirer 2.6.05; Phillyburbs.com 7.06.05; Philadelphia Inquirer 9.17.05; Philadelphia Grand Jury Report; Philadelphia Grand Jury Report--Patterns; Philadelphia Inquirer 9.22.05; Philadelphia Inquirer 10.27.05; Archdiocese of Philadelphia Website; Philadelphia Inquirer 2.14.08; NBC 10 2.14.08; Philadelphia Inquirer 2.15.08; Press of Atlantic City 2.16.08; Philadelphia Inquirer 2.19.08 Assignments: Bucks County Courier-Times 2.20.08 (add'l article); Philadelphia Daily News 4.03.08 (add'l article); Philadelphia Archdiocesan Priest Data Profile |
Sieczynski | Jerzy (Jerry) | P | Indicted | Diocesan | Fr. Jerzy was arrested on charges of indecent exposure.at public park 9/03. He was then placed on leave from St. Matthew church. Pled guilty 11/03 & received 1 yr probation. Cable repairman found child porn on his home computer 1/04 & he was indicted in 2005. Pled guilty to 4 counts 5/06. Sentenced to 3 yrs in prison 8/06. Released 7/09. Living in San Antonio per TX Sex Offender Registry entry dated 8/09. Classified as high risk offender. | San Antonio, TX | Source: San Antonio Express News 9.29.03; San Antonio Express News 4.27.05; San Antonio Express News 5.3.06; KSAT 8.3.06; MySA.com 8.3.06; San Antonio Express News 8.4.06 | |
Siegele | Charles J. | 1953 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Accused of abuse of 6-7 boys in 1950s and 1960s. 1 claim settled in 1990s and he was named in civil suit filed 2004. Named in 2006 class action suit. This suit dismissed by lower court and the Third Circuit Court of Appeals dismissed the appeal 11/07. Died 1989. | Philadelphia, PA | Source: USA Today 11.11.02; Philadelphia Grand Jury Report; Philadelphia Daily News 3.16.04; Mangum et al v. Archdiocese of Philadelphia et al, 6.14.06; Law.com 11.07.07 Assignments: Philadelphia Archdiocesan Priest Data Profile |
Sierra | Frank | 1946 | P | Settled | Sons of the Holy Family | Although ordained in 1946, by 1951 he was teaching in High School in Buenos Aires. Came to Pueblo CO. Diocese in 1951 to replace his brother, John Sierra. Served in El Paso and several parishes now part of Las Cruces NM diocese. in 1950s & 1960s. By 1970 he was part of San Diego CA Diocese. Named in 1994 civil suit (later settled) re abuse of girls in Santa Cruz NM., Included in San Diego list of credible abusers 3/07. Status was "removed". | Las Cruces, NM | Source: Santa Fe New Mexican 6.14.46; Albuquerque Jounral 6.14.46; Greely Daily Tribune 1.17.51; Silver City Daily Press 1.25.68; Santa Fe New Mexican 1.11.96; Lompoc Record 3/30/07; San Diego Union Tribune 3.31.07; Desert Sun 4/11/07 Assignments: Diocese of San Diego Assignment List 3.30.07 |
Sigler | Jason E. | 1966 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Canadian priest. Worked in Detroit & Lansing Dioceses. Sent to Paracletes in 1960s-1970s then assigned to NM parishes where he abused again. Named by 45 victims in multiple lawsuits. 17 men in NM settled for $13M in 1993. Also pled guilty in 1983 to abuse of child; received probation and counseling. Laicized early 1980s. Many new allegations in MI in 2002. Arrested and convicted at least twice. Also included in new civil suits. In prison & on MI sex offender registry 1/10. Up for parole 7/10. | Detroit, MI | Source: Associated Press 1.2.93; Associated Press 11.30.93; Associated Press 2.7.94; Albuquerque Journal (AP) 1.12.98; Detroit News 5.2.02; Albuquerque Journal 8.28.02; Detroit Free Press 8.29.02; USA Today 11.11.02; Detroit Free Press 12.19.02; Detroit News 1.17.03; Detroit Free Press 1.24.03; Detroit Free Press 8.5.03; Detroit Free Press 8.12.03; Detroit News 5.5.04; Corrections.com 6.7.10 |
Silva | George S. | 1997 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Placed on leave 2005. Arrested 2006 and charged with abuse of boy 14 which occured in 2005 during trip to France and Portugal. Civil suit filed 3/06. Pleaded guilty 6/1/06. Silva was Christian Brother for 17 yrs before being ordained in 1997. Studied in Connecticut. Sentenced to 5 yrs prison and 5 yrs probation 9/06. Civil suit settled 11/06. | Santa Fe, NM | Source: TheNewMexicoChannel.com 2.23.06; The New Mexican 3.30.06; KOB TV 6.1.06; Boston.com (AP) 6.12.06; Amarillo Globe News 7.6.06; Albuquerque Tribune (AP) 3.30.06; The New Mexican 2.24,06; KOB TV 2.24.06; TheNewMexicoChannel.com 3.30.06; New Mexican (AP) 9.29.06; Albuquerque Journal 11.22.06 |
| Silva | James M. | 1967 | P | Settled | Diocesan | 2 men filed suit 1994. Total of 9 men filed civil suits alleging abuse by Silva from 1960s-1980s. Criminal charges also filed in 1994. He admitted in court that he sexually abused 1 young man. Received 7 yr suspended sentence and ordered to undergo counseling. 8 claims settled by Diocese as part of $13.5 mil mass settlement 9/02 (believe 1 had settled earlier). | Providence, RI | Source: Providence Journal Bulletin 3.18.94; Providence Journal-Bulletin 7.03.94; Boston Globe 3.16.02; Providence Journal Bulletin 8.18.02; Providence Journal 9.10.02; Providence Journal 7.18.05; The Day 5.13.07 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Silva-Flores | Fidencio Simon | 1978 | P | Sued | Missionaries of Holy Spirit | Sued by many in 2002. Accused of abuse of boys from 1979-1985. Criminal charges dropped due to Supreme Court ruling. Believed to be in Mexico. May have abused as many as 28. LA archdiocese refers to him as Fidencio Flores Silva. Database entry is from 1988 Official Catholic Directory. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: USA Today 11.11.02; AP 3.28.03; LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 6; LA Times 8.18.02; Ventura County Star 12.07.03; Ventura County Star 4.27.03; National Catholic Reporter 4.17.03; KCBS 5.03.02; Ventura County Star 1.09.05; Ten-Minute-Activist 2.06.04; City of Angels 12.07.07 Assignments: LA Archdiocesan Report Addendum 11.15.05; LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
| Silvestri | Vincent A. | 1964 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Silvestri's name appears on Archdiocese's July 2004 list of priests fully restricted from ministry (or who would have been restricted if still living) because of credible allegations of abuse. He died in 2000 at age 63. | Milwaukee, WI | Source: Milwaukee Journal Sentienl 7.20.00; Statement by Archdiocese of Milwaukee 7.09.04; Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 7.10.04 |
| Simms | William Q. | 1962 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Removed from parish work in 1985. Two separate civil suits filed in 1988 accused Simms of forcing boys to dress in skimpy, sexually provocative briefs and act out religious fantasies and wrestle with him. In 1985, police investigated but agreed not to press charges if Simms received counseling and was removed from contact with minors. Both cases settled in 1989 or 1990. Cardinal asked Simms to resign/retire from his administrative job with Diocese in May, 2002. Died Sept. 2005. | Baltimore, MD | Source: United Press International 3.22.88; United Press International 10.27.88; United Press International 3.28.89; The Capital 6.22.94; Baltimore Sun 6.23.94; Baltimore Sun 5.17.02; Baltimore Sun 5.19.02; Archdiocese of Baltimore 9.25.02; Baltimore Sun 10.03.05 Assignments: Archdiocese of Baltimore 9.25.02 |
| Simoes | Gilbert | 1961 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Suspended as priest and his priestly faculties were removed 3/86 after diocese learned of allegations against him. Absent on leave per 1993 Catholic Directory. He lived in Falmouth area and worked as regular substitute teacher at Famouth high school from 1989 until the 1997-1998 school year. School denies any knowledge of his history. Names linked with Jose Avila and Bernard Kelly, other abusers. Six allegations known by 9/02. | Fall River, MA | Source: Boston Globe 9.27.02; Boston Herald 9.27.02; Herald News 9.27.02; Herald News 7.31.03; Boston Herald 11.21.03; Cape Cod Times 11.22.03; Cape Cod Times 11.25.03; Cape Cod Times 2.21.04 |
| Simon | David P. | 1967 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Placed on leave without privileges 5/02 after allegations resurfaced of sexual abuse more than 20 years ago previously. Incidents of sex abuse involving teenage boys were reported against Simon from 1973 to 1982 so Diocese knew of his history. Apparently his victim(s) had come forward again in 2002 to protest the fact that he was still in ministry. | Rochester, NY | Source: Associated Press 5.3.02; Rochester Democrat and Chronicle 5.3.02; Press and Sun Bulletin 5.3.02; Post-Standard 5.4.02; Democrat and Chronicle 5.4.02; Associated Press 5.10.02; Post-Standard 5.12.02; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; Press and Sun Bulletin 5.05.07 |
Simpson | Michael J. | P | Sued | Diocesan | Woman filed suit 2005 accusing Simpson of abuse of several girls in early 1960s. Three additional women filed suits 6/06 saying they were abused as young girls. Diocese settled 4 cases 1/08 for total of $200,000. Simpson was known as a chronic alcoholic and had to sign a sobriety oath before beginning duties in Diocese. He died in Ireland in 1977. | Yakima, WA | Source: Yakima Herald-Republic 2.2.05; Yakima Herald-Republic 2.17.05; Yakima Herald-Republic 2.19.05; Yakima Herald-Repubic 2.25.05; Yakima Herald-Republic 5.4.06; KGW 6.14.06 (Yakima, WA); Yakima Herald-Republic 6.29.06; Yakima Herald-Republic 1.7.07; Yakima Herald-Republic 1.9.08; Columbian 1.10.08; KNDO 1.10.08; Yakima Herald-Republic 7.4.10 | |
| Sinclair | Roger A. | 1974 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Removed 2002. Accused of abuse. Also worked as military chaplain (USAF) in the San Bernardino CA and Pensacola-Tallahassee FL dioceses and as a VA chaplain in the Kansas City KS archdiocese, Richmond VA diocese, and Boston archdiocese. | Greensburg, PA | Source: Pittsburg Tribune-Review 4.23.02; Tribune-Review 1.7.05 |
| Sipitkowski | James A. | 1974 | P | Accused | Diocesan | In 2/04, Vicar General testified at hearing on complaint filed by a male church employee that parishioners at Holy Family had reported Sipitkowski had young boys going up to rectory late at night and that he left Holy Family due to allegations of sexual abuse & financial mismanagement. No investigation was conducted. Complainant said pictures of Sipitkowski dressed in women's clothing "in a compromising position with other scantily dressed men" were found after he was transferred. Active priest 10/08 | Springfield, MA | Source: Springfield Republican 2.7.04; Springfield Republican 2.29.04 |
Sita (Howard) | Carmen (Gerald) | 1976 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Arrested 9/15/82 for abusing male minor and giving him drugs. Pleaded guilty 1983. Sentenced to 5 yrs probation; sent to Paraclete's in Albuquerque NM. Legally changed name to Gerald Howard. Incardinated in Jefferson City MO diocese; assigned 1983 to parish with school. Accused 2007 of abusing for 5 years a boy he met there, starting at age 13, and giving him drugs. Left parish 1984. Claim settled 2009 for $600K & agreement to laicize. Other victims have come forward in NJ and MO. Arrested 4/10 in NJ. | Newark, NJ | Source: Links to Articles; Jersey Journal 8.24.09; Jersey Journal 8.25.09; Star Ledger 8.25.09; Boonville Daily News 8.25,09; KOMU 8.26.09; Connect Mid-Missouri 8.25.09; Missourian 8.25.09; MissouriNet 8.25.09; Missourian 8.30.09; Boonville Daily News 9.3.09 (series); National Catholic Reporter 9.3.09; Columbia Daily Tribune 9.1.09; Statement by Bishop John Gaydos 9.6.09; Roanoke Times 9.29.09 Assignments: Boonville Daily News 10.1.09 (add'l article); Boonville Daily News 4.28.10 (add'l article); Jersey Journal 4.29.10 (add'l article); MissouriNet 4.29.10 (add'l article); Columbia Missourian 4.29.10 (add'l article); Detailed BA.org Assignment Record |
| Sito | Joseph | 1962 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Resigned in 1993 after credible allegation of sexual misconduct with a minor in 1960s. Victim told the Diocese in 1985 but nothing done. Told them again in 1993 and Sito "retired." After treatment at two facilities, Sito retired and was banned from public ministry. Criminally charged in 1989 with molesting a 17 yr old youth. Sito pleaded guilty to lesser charge and paid a fine. Would still say mass on occasion. Laicization announced 1/12/04. | Detroit, MI | Source: Detroit Free Press 4.12.02; Detroit Free Press 5.9.02; Detroit Free Press 6.10.02; Detroit News 7.14.02; USA Today 11.11.02; Detroit Free Press 1.12.04 |
Skelton, Jr. | Joseph | 2001 | S | Sued | Diocesan | In 2008 civil suit, a man alleged he was abused at age 14 by Skelton, a seminary student, and by Fr. Stallings. in the summer of 1984. The youth was helping Stallings remodel rectory at St. Teresa of Avila & staying in the rectory's attic to avoid long commute. Case settled 10/09 for $125K. In 1988, he resigned from seminary in MI after pleading guilty to abusing a 15 yr old boy in seminary room. Ordained for Tagbilaran Diocese in Philippines and still working there as of 10/09. | Washington, DC | Source: Washington Post 10.14.09; EthicsDaily.com 10.15.09; Father Joseph Skelton, Jr. Website; Father Joseph Skelton Jr. Website; Detroit Free Press 10.26.09; Catholic Culture 10.26.09; Manilla Standard Today 10.29.09; Archdiocese of Detroit Status Report 10.09; Associated Press 4.14.10; Mercury News 4.14.10; Digital Journal 4.15.10; ABS-CBN 4.15.10; Manila Bulletin 4.18.10; GMA News 4.18.10; My Sinchew 4.19.10 Assignments: Inquirer 4.19.10 (add'l article); Tagbilaran Diocese Assignment; Tagbilaran Diocese - Ministries |
| Skiffington | Wilton | 1936 | P | Sued | Jesuit | Sued 2003. Accused of abuse of one at Loyola Academy in Wilmette in 1962. Parents found letter from priest to boy in 1968 and told archdiocese. He was transferred to Los Angeles/San Diego in 1965. Died 9/88. Civil suit settled 10/05 | Chicago, IL | Source: Chicago Tribune 9.29.88; Chicago Sun-Times 11.20.03; Chicago Tribune 11.20.03; Pioneer Press Online 11.27.03; Chicago Tribune 10.22.05 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Skotek | Thomas D. | 1963 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Relieved of ministerial duties 4/02 after diocese announced he had admitted to "some improper conduct" that occurred more than 30 years ago. Then-Bishop Timlin said Skotek had come under scrutiny several years before when a different misconduct complaint was made. But he was returned to duty after an evaluation. The ages of those involved in the two cases have never been revealed. | Scranton, PA | Source: Wilkes Barre Times Leader 4.18.02; Wilkes Barre Times Leader 5.26.02; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; Wilkes Barre Times Leader 6.28.02 Assignments: Times Leader 7.9.06 |
Skriba | Raymond Francis | 1957 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused of abuse of at least 2 girls while assigned to St. Gertrude Parish in Franklin Park in 1960s. Took admin. leave 6/02 and finally removed from public ministry 1/03 (7/02?) several months after review board found "reasonable cause" to believe the allegations were true. At least one claim included in 10/03 $8M settlement with 15 adults alleging abuse by 11 priests. Permanently removed from public ministry 9/05. Brother of Richard, also an accused abuser. | Chicago, IL | Source: Chicago Tribune 7.17.02; Chicago Tribune 1.5.03; Chicago Sun-Times 1.6.03; Chicago Sun-Times 1.17.03; Chicago Tribune 10.3.03; Chicago Sun-Times 10.3.03; Chicago Tribune 9.26.05; Chicago Sun-Times 9.27.05; Chicago Daily Herald 9.27.05; Chicago Archdiocesan Report 3.20.06 page 3; Chicago Sun-Times 3.21.06; Chicago Archdiocesan Report 1.14.10 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Skriba | Richard L. | 1949 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Woman came forward 7/02 to say that Richard Skriba molested her for several years when she was young. Woman says she reported the abuse to archdiocese in 1998 but accusations were not made public because Skriba had died 3/98. Brother of Raymond, another accused abuser. | Chicago, IL | Source: Chicago Tribune 3.15.98; USA Today 11.11.02 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Skube | Francis | B | Accused | Franciscan Brothers of Christ the King | Name appears on the Davenport Diocese Creditors Committee Website as having credible allegations of abuse against him. Two men say they were 17-18 yr old students in Skube's small order when he abused one and beat the other. Both personally told BishopO'Keefe in 1977 but nothing done. | Davenport, IA | Source: Blog on Franciscan Brothers of Christ the King - Davenport, Iowa 4.23.03; Catholic Online 8.08.07; Davenport Diocese Creditors Committee Website 8.27.07; Quad-City Times 7.10.08; Quad-City Times 7.13.08 Assignments: Catholic Messenger 7.17.08; BA.org Concise Assignment Record | |
| Skupien | James F. | 1966 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Skupien was principal of Bishop Guilfoyle High in 1981 when police found him naked in his car with a juvenile boy. Nothing done and he remained at school until 1984 when he was removed because of problems with "alcoholism." Other allegations in 1994 re 1987. Died 1996. New allegations received in spring, 2002. One suit filed 11/03 and settled 5/04 as part of larger settlement. | Altoona-Johnstown, PA | Source: Tribune-Democrat 6.23.02; Tribune-Democrat 2.7.03; Daily Herald 3.10.03; Tribune-Democrat 3.11.03; Associated Press 11.6.03 |
Skylstad (Bp) | William | 1960 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Sued 2006. Accused of abuse of teen girl in early 1960s. Bishop says that an investigation has found no evidence that the allegations are true. | Spokane, WA | Source: USA Today 3.08.06; Spokesman Review 3.09.06; Seattle Times (AP) 6.08.06; BA.org list of U.S. Bishops Accused of Abuse 4.14.08 Assignments: Skylstad Timeline - Spokesman-Review 3.08.06 |
| Slade | Henry | 1984 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Arrested and placed on leave 1/90. Pled guilty 2/90 to sexual misconduct w/ 18 yr old disabled man. Sentenced to 12 mo. probation. Victim filed suit 12/91. Suit later settled. | Joliet, IL | Source: Chicago Tribune 1.13.90; Chicago Tribune 2.10.90; Chicago Tribune 12.04.91; Herald News 5.05.02; Diocese of Joliet Press Release 4.09.06; Sun Times 4.11.06; Herald News 5.17.06 |
| Slane | Anthony | 1942 | P | Sued | Redemptorist | Named in lawsuit as having abused at St. Alphonsus Ligorui in San Leandro. Last known location was St. Clement's Heatlh Care Center in St. Louis, Mo. He also served in Seattle Archdiocese, including 1981-1988 at Our Lady of Good Help Parish in Hoquiam, | Oakland, CA | Source: Contra Costa Times 4.1.08 |
| Slavin | William M. | 1934 ? | P | Accused | Diocesan | Named in 2003 suit. Accused of abuse of 1 teenage boy between 1959 and 1964. Abused the youth in New York and in Massachusetts. Suit was filed in Massachusetts but dismissed by Judge on SOL issues 6/06. Slavin died 1985. | Albany, NY | Source: Albany Times Union 7.3.03; North Adams Transcript 12.01.04; Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly 9.26.05; Troy Record 6.16.06 |
| Slavish | Richard | 1959 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Slavish and six other priests were placed on leave by Bishop in May 2002 after allegations of abuse involving minors. Privileges were revoked. Slavish was scheduled to retire in summer of 2002 but other article said he retired in April. Slavish apparently held parish assignments during his entire career except from 1969-1971 when he was chaplain at east Moline State Hospital. No information found on dates of abuse or victims. | Peoria, IL | Source: Diocesan Press Release 5.30.02; Copely News Service 5.30.02; Chicago Tribune 5.31.02; Pantagraph 5.31.02; Catholic Post 6.9.02 Assignments: Copely News Service 5.30.02 |
| Slevin | Timothy | 1965 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | In 1972 Slevin underwent treatment for fondling children. "Formally separated" from priesthood in 1974 after allegations that he molested children. In 1986 Slevin, then basketball coach at Sacred Heart Catholic School, admitted to police that he sexually abused 6 boys more than 50 times in six years. Charges relating to these acts were dropped in exchange for guilty plea on 4 counts of abusing another boy from 1983-1986. Slevin sentenced to 3-12 yrs prison. 1986 suit settled out of court. | Washington, DC | Source: Washington Post 4.13.86; Washington Post 5.24.86; Washington Post 12.18.86; San Jose Mercury News 12.31.87 (Major Accounts) |
Slowey | John | P | Settled | Diocesan | Attorney for one man announced 8/24/10 that he had settled a claim against Slowey (who died in 1983) and the Diocese for $225K. Abuse took place when Plaintiff was 5-6 yrs old and lived at St. Vincent Home for Children (orphanage) in the mid-1950s. Diocese said this was only allegation against Slowey. It also said it could not verify the accusations but settled to cover "healing expenses." | Lansing, MI | Source: Detroit Free Press 8.25.10; Lansing State Journal 8.25.10; Detroit Free Press 8.26.10; Lansing State Journal 8.26.10; South Bend Tribune 8.27.10; Lansing State Journal 8.31.10; WILX 8.31.10; Injury Board Blog 8.31.10; WINS 8.31.10; Detroit Free Press 9.1.10 | |
| Slown | John | 1959 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Slown was convicted of sexually abusing a boy in DuPage Co in 1983 and was removed from ministry. Slown says he left priesthood because he was alcoholic. In 10/03 two brothers filed suit alleging abuse by Slown, Ruffalo and Arno Dennerlein. Suit saidabuse occurred in Illinois for several years and, for the younger boy, later in NJ. | Joliet, IL | Source: Herald News (IL) 8.11.02; Chicago Sun-Times 10.15.03; Chicago Daily Herald 10.15.03; Chicago Daily Herald 11.19.04; Diocese of Joliet Press Release 4.09.06; Chicago Sun-Times 4.11.06; Herald News 5.17.06 |
| Smario | Anton | D | Sued | Franciscan | Accused of molesting several girls when he was a "lay member" of Franciscans serving as a missionary on St. Michael Island in 1960s-'70s. He denied any abuse but admitted he was nude in front of girls on some occasions. Sued by at least 4 of the girls in 2005. Claims included in 11/07 settlement with Jesuits. Plaintiffs filed 43 suits1/09 alleging Jesuits had knowledge of abusive priests and did nothing. At least 2 named Smario. Two or more pending claims in bankru. reorg. docs for Fairbanks 1/25/10 | Fairbanks, AK | Source: Fairbanks Daily News-Miner 5.12.05; LA Times 11.19.05; Fairbanks Daily News-Miner 2.23.06; Anchorage Daily News 11.20.07; Seattle Times 1.14.09; The Spectator 1.14.09; James Doe 59 et al v. Society of Jesus, Oregon Province et al, Alaska Superior Court, 4th Judicial District at Bethel, 1.09; KIRO 1.14.09; Settle Times 1.15.09; Anchorage Daily News 1.14.09; Excerpt from Bankruptcy Reorganization Documents for Fairbanks Diocese1.25.10, p. 1 | |
Smart | Wilson F. | 1957 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Diocese knew of attraction to boys by 1959. Received treatment in 1959 and 1969. Smart admitted molesting more than 30 boys from 1957-1978. 1990 civil suit alleged Smart abused Plaintiff in 1967 when he was 12 and that abuse continued until 1975. Settled in 1993, possibly for $1.7M. Named in at least 3 other suits which later settled. In 1993 Bishop admitted removing 2 letters from file which documented abuse. | Helena, MT | Source: Seattle Times 4.1.93; Omaha World Herald 8.30.98; Omaha World Herald 4.29.02; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; BeliefNet.com 6.02 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Smit | Gerard C. | 1950 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Credible allegation of abuse. Name first released on list of abusive priests released by Bishop Saltarelli of Wilmington, Delaware on Nov. 16, 2006. Worked in Wilmington diocese beginning in 1987. Removed from ministry 1996. Last known address was in Bear, Delaware. Has been working at Univ of Delaware's Academy of Lifelong Learning teaching adults over 50. | Lake Charles, LA | Source: The Dialog 11.16.06; News Journal 11.19.06 Assignments: News Journal 11.16.06 |
Smith | Alphonsus M. | 1956 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | In 1995 Smith admitted affair with 1 youth from 1988-1993. Civil suit filed 1995 dismissed on statute of limitations. Sentenced 1996 to 16 years for abuse of 4. Reduced to 1 year. Sent to live at St. John Vianney in St. Louis. Died in 2005. At least 1 claim included in $1.3Ml settlment with Archdiocese 12/06. | Washington, DC | Source: Washington Post 2.9.95; Washington Times 3.15.95; see also BA.Org compilation of Schaefer articles; 1997 MD App. LEXIS 39.; St. Louis Post Dispatch 3.3.03; Washington Post 12.16.06 Assignments: Washington Post 2.11.95 |
| Smith | Anthony | 1984 | P | Sued | Redemptorist | Man filed civil suit in 2003 alleging abuse by Smith in mid-1980s at Holy Redeemer Church in Portland. Church says Smith was there from 1984-1986. At the time suit was filed, Smith was working at Newman House at Univ. of Pacific in Stockton. He was immediately placed on leave. He had been in Stockton for 2 yrs. | Portland, OR | Source: The Oregonian 12.13.03; The Oregonian 6.24.05; Table: The Oregonian 11.12.06; The Oregonian 6.06.07 (Documents) |
| Smith | David G. | 1973 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | In July 2002 Smith was charged with perverted practice after a man claimed that Smith abused him at parish rectory when he was 16 (between 1973-1976). In Oct. 2002 Smith pleaded guilty to engaging in sex acts with the Plaintiff. Smith had taken an unrelated leave of absence in 2000 and had no faculties to perform ministry. | Baltimore, MD | Source: Baltimore Sun 7.19.02; Baltimore Sun 8.04.02; Archdiocese of Baltimore 9.25.02; Baltimore Sun 10.12.02; Baltimore Sun 10.13.02 Assignments: Archdiocese of Baltimore 9.25.02 |
| Smith | E. Eugene | 1982 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Per 4/03 articles, archdiocese has given Smith's file (along with several others) to District Attorney to investigate re charges of abuse. The archdiocese website said he was "Absent" on one day and the next his name was not on the website. 2/04 article says that Smith was on leave from the archdiocese between 1985 and 2002 but more recent information could not be located. | Mobile, AL | Source: Mobile Register 4.3.03; Mobile Register 4.6.03; Mobile Register 4.27.03; Mobile Register 2.17.04 |
| Smith | Edward | P | Sued | Holy Spirit | One woman sued diocese and both current and former bishops in 2004 alleging that she was abused at age 16 by Smith when she went to him for counseling. Smith died in 1957. Claims included in Diocese's 9/07 $1.25 mil settlement as to 32 plaintiffs alleging abuse by 17 priests. | Pittsburgh, PA | Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 7.01.04; Post-Gazette 9.18.07 | |
Smith | Edward J. | 1973 | P | Sued | Norbertine | In 2002, man reported abuse by Smith at high school in Philadelphia in early 1980s. Says he also saw Smith sexually abuse 2 other boys in the presence of another priest. 4 add'l complaints from students (all later resolved?) were filed against Smith. Also abused in Delaware. Named in 2005 civil Delaware suit. Much of suit dismissed by court 11/06. Default granted against priest 1/07. $41 mil jury verdict awarded 3/30/07. Settled with Diocese 1/08. Settled 9/08 w/ Order & school. | Philadelphia, PA | Source: Philadelphia Daily News 5.21.02; Philadelphia Inquirer 9.17.05; News Journal 11.18.05; WVEC (AP) 11.18.05; News Journal 11.20.05 (Major Account); News Journal 11.17.06; News Journal 11.18.06; News Journal 11.30.06; Boston Herald (AP) 1.30.07; Navy Times 1.30.07; News Journal 1.31.07; News Journal 3.30.07; Baltimore Sun 3.30.07; News Journal 3.31.07; News Journal 4.18.07 Assignments: News Journal (AP) 5.11.07 (add'l article); News Journal 8.03.07 (add'l article); Navy Times 8.03.07 (add'l article); News Journal 1.19.08 (add'l article); Green Bay Press-Gazette 1.22.08 (add'l article); News Journal 9.25.08 (add'l article) |
| Smith | Eugene | 1958 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Per 11/08 articles, Smith was accused of abuse by a female minor in approximately 1963. He was laicized by the Vatican in 1981. Diocese announced 11/3/08 that it had added him to list of priests credibly accused of abuse. | Davenport, IA | Source: Des Moines Register 11.3.08; WCCO 11.3.08; Press-Citizen 11.4.08; Revised Diocesan List of Credible Allegations 5.21.09 |
| Smith | Gregory M. | 1967 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Placed on leave in 2002. He was accused of becoming sexually involved with two teenage girls in late 1960s-early 1970s. One girl told then Bishop Genuario in 1969 when she was abused. The other filed repeated complaints with church officials over many years but nothing done. She filed suit in 1997; dismissed on SOL. Bishop Lori explained that he kept Smith working because allegations involved 'people who were very near attaining the age of majority..." | Bridgeport, CT | Source: Patriot Ledger 3.8.97; Connecticut Post 3.19.02; Connecticut Post 3.20.02; Connecticut Post 4.19.02; Hartford Courant 4.22.02; Connecticut Post 4.22.02; Hartford Courant 4.23.02; NY Times 4.28.02; Connecticut Post 11.13.02; Connecticut Post 4.6.03; Hartford Courant 11.25.09; Connecticut Post 11.24.09; News-Times 11.24.09; Connecticut Post 12.1.09; Hartford Courant 12.2.09 Assignments: Connecticut Post 12.6.09; Hartford Courant 12.11.09; Assignment Record Compiled by Law Firm |
| Smith | James A.D | 1956 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Placed on leave in 2002 after allegations he abused a boy from 1962-1965. Diocese found allegations to be credible. Civil suit filed 2003 and settled in early 2005. Matter referred to Vatican. Vatican sent case back to diocese for church trial which was held 2/05. Tribunal found him guilty of abuse of at least one and decided he should be permanently removed from ministry but not laicized. Smith said he would appeal. | Paterson, NJ | Source: The Record 9.4.02; Star-Ledger 9.5.02; NorthJersey.com 1.9.03; Star-Ledger 1.10.03; NorthJersey.com 7.12.03; Daily Record 10.05.03; The Record 12.4.03; The Record 1.8.04; Star-Ledger 1.14.05; NorthJersey.com 2.03.05; Star Ledger 2.4.05 |
| Smith | James T. | 1956 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Prior to 2002, he worked part time as counselor for Queens' D.A.'s office. Placed on leave from parish 4/02 because of allegations of "inappropriate sexual contact" with at least 26 boys & girls more than 20 years previously. Sued in 10/02 suit involving 12 priests and a brother and also in 10/03 in suit involving 24 priests. Sued 11/03 by 1 woman alleging abuse as a child. This case settled for $2M. Diocese suing insurance co. for reimb. | Brooklyn, NY | Source: NY Times 4.10.02; Daily News 4.11.02; Newsday 4.12.02; Newsday 4.17.02; NY Times 4.18.02; New York Post 4.22.02; Newsday 4.22.02; Newsday 10.16.02; NY Daily News 10.16.02; Newsday 10.02.03; Queens Chronicle 10.09.03; Associated Press 11.07.03; Daily News 11.07.03; Bayside Times (NY) 11.13.03; NY Post 1.28.09 |
| Smith | Lawrence Gerard | ? | P | Convicted | Diocesan | In 1/84 Smith. a member of an "old Catholic sect" was sentenced to 19 yr 8 mo in jail for molesting Vietnamese boys who did not speak English. Served 9 yrs. Abuse occurred in 1983 and there may have been as many as six victims. Also convicted in 1977 of sex offense involving a 10 yr old boy. | San Francisco, CA | Source: Berkeley Gazette 5.17.83; Associated Press 2.27.84; The Times News (Lehighton, PA) 3.01.84 |
Smith | Richard E. | 1966 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Removed from active ministry in 3/07 after allegations by two women that he sexually abused them when they were teens between 1966-1967. Events took place at former Shrine of Our Lady of Perpetual Help parish in Woodlawn. Smith has confirmed some of the allegations. Claims have been reported to St. Atty's office. Prior allegations of a youth from 1979-1983 were made in 5/06 but never publicized. | Baltimore, MD | Source: Baltimore Sun 3.26.07; WMDT 3.26.07; WJZ 3.26.07; Washington Post 3.27.07; The Examiner 3.27.07; Cumberland Times-News 3.28.07; Catonsville Times 3.29.07; Howard County Times 3.29.07; The Examiner 3.30.07; The View 4.10.07 Assignments: Catholic Review 3.27.07 |
| Smith | Robert J. | 1971 | P | Accused | Diocesan | At least 6 civil suits filed in 1993-1994 against Smith's estate (he died in 1987). Smith apparently abused a fellow high school semanarian in 1946. In 1959 Smith was expelled from Christ the King Seminary in New York for molesting three children. The Diocese of Santa Fe accepted Smith in 1970. After ordination, Smith molested several children at various parishes in New Mexico in 1970s and 1980s. Sent for treatment on at least 3 occasions. | Santa Fe, NM | Source: Buffalo News 2.20.94; Albuquerque Journal 3.20.98; City of Angels 6.16.08 |
Smith | Thomas E. | 1967 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Removed from ministry 2002 after allegations of abuse of minor youth at least 30 years previously. Original complaint to Bishop made 1993 and multiple times since. Nothing done until 2002. Financial settlement (less than $100,000) reached with this man in early 2002. Second victim also came forward to allege abuse as a 10 yr old. Criminal charges filed 3/08 re 2nd victim but immediately dropped. Laicized in 2006. | Erie, PA | Source: Erie Times-News 6.29.03; Erie Times-News 6.29.03; Erie Times-News 6.29.03; GoErie.com 6.30.03; Erie Times-News 7.06.03; Erie Times-News 3.18.08; Philadelphia Inquirer (AP) 3.18.08; Erie Times-News 3.18.08; Meadville Tribune 3.19.08; Erie Times-News 3.19.08 |
Smith | Thomas J. | 1973 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused in 2002 and 2005 of abuse of at least 3 12-13 yr old boys in 1970s-1980s. First investigation found allegations to be not credible. After more allegations made, they were all found to be credible. Laicization announced by the Archdiocese 4/07. | Philadelphia, PA | Source: Philadelphia Grand Jury Report; Philadelphia Daily News 9.22.05; Philadelphia Inquirer 9.25.05; Philadelphia Inquirer 9.25.05; Local Catholic 9.29.05; Washington Post (AP) 4.13.07 Assignments: Philadelphia Archdiocesan Priest Data Profile |
| Smith | Thomas W. | 1950 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Smith was accused in 1993 of molesting a 10 yr old boy in 1983. He was scheduled to leave parish and go for evaluation and treatment but killed himself w/ shotgun the day before. He denied allegations and left note referring to depression from Mother'sdeath. Smith did admit to molesting several other boys at another assignment in 1960s. After his death 5 men came forward accusing him of molesting them when they were in 7-8th grade. | Baltimore, MD | Source: Associated Press 8.30.93; Washington Post 9.02.93; Baltimore Sun 5.19.02; Baltimore Sun 8.04.02; Archdiocese of Baltimore 9.25.02 Assignments: Archdiocese of Baltimore 9.25.02 |
Smith | Trevor | 1967 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Smith is accused in 9/02 civil suit of sexually abusing a 10 year old boy in late 1990s. Smith was chaplain at nursing home owned by Arch. of Miami and boy's grandmother was resident there. Settled 2003 for $500K. Also accusations of inappropriate contact with boys in 1970s. Sent for therary. In 6/04 Smith was arrested and charged with two counts of lewd and lascivious assault. Convicted 12/04 of abuse of plaintiff from 2002. Sentenced 2 yrs house arrest & 8 yrs probation.. | Miami, FL | Source: Miami Herald 9.26.03; Miami Herald 12.15.03; Miami Herald 6.10.04; Miami Herald 6.11.04; Miami Herald 9.22.04; Miami Herald 12.4.04; Miami Herald 12.4.04 (2nd) |
Smyth | Brendan | 1951 | P | Convicted | Norbertine | Smyth, a native of Ireland, briefly served in RI and ND. He is believed to have abused at least 50 boys and girls, both in Ireland and in US. Sentenced to 4 yrs jail in Ireland in 1995 on 17 counts of assaulting 5 girls and 4 boys between 1964-1988. In 7/97 he was sentenced to 12 yrs for abusing 20 boys and girls. He died in prison in 08/97. Add'l suit filed 6/08 in Providence RI re abuse in 1968. Also worked in Boston. Two sued his Order 6/10. | Providence, RI | Source: Bismarck Tribune 11.26.94; National Catholic Reporter 12.2.94; Providence Journal-Bulletin 2.6.95; Bismarck Tribune 2.8.95; Associated Press 7.26.97; Bismarck Tribune 7.29.97; Boston Globe 8.24.97; Greenwich Pendulum 10.25.07; Greenwich Citizen 3.14.08; Irish Independent 4.6.08; Boston Globe 6.16.08; ABC 6 6.16.08; Providence Journal 6.17.08; Irish Independent 6.22.08; SNAP Press Release 6.24.08 Assignments: Canadian Press 12.28.09 (add'l article); Providence Journal 12.28.09 (add'l article); Providence Journal 12.28,98 (add'l article); Archdiocese of Boston Press Release 1.27.10 (add'l article); Tribune 1.31.10 (add'l article); BA.org Assignment Record |
| Snieg | Marion Joseph | 1955 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused of abusing at least one boy in 1959 while at St. Jane de Chantal parish. Boy told his father who notified the archdiocese. Archdiocese said it would "take care of " Snieg. Accuser came forward again in 2001. Removed 2002. Died 6/05. At least 1 claim included in 10/03 settlement re15 accusers & 12 priests. At least 1 other claim included in 10/05 settlement with Archdiocese. | Chicago, IL | Source: Modern Healthcare 7.1.02; Chicago Daily Herald 9.27.02; USA Today 11.11.02; Chicago Sun-Times 1.17.03; Chicago Sun-Times 6.15.03; Chicago Tribune 10.3.03; Chicago Daily Herald 10.3.03; Chicago Daily Herald 9.27.05; Chicago Archdiocesan Report 3.20.06 page 3; Chicago Tribune 10.28.05 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Soares | Protasio | P | Sued | Diocesan | Woman wrote letter to NY Times in Dec. 1997 claiming abuse by Soares, a priest from Goa India in late 1950s. He is now retired and living in Mysore, India. She complained to Diocese and to Cardinal O'Connor but no results. Named as one of 24 abusive priests in civil suit filed 10/1/03 in Brooklyn. Suit alleges he abused female plaintiff from 1954 to 1955 when she was 9. He was assigned to St. Bartholomew Parish in Elmhurst. | Brooklyn, NY | Source: Newsday 10.02.03; Queens (NY) Chronicle 10.9.03 | |
Soave | Alfred M. | 1948 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Soave is named in one of two 2003 lawsuits against Diocese. The allegations in the suit are the first against Soave but he is believed to be Priest T in the Jan. 2003 Grand Jury report Report says he had a number of victims. Soave, who died in 1999, isaccused of fondling a 13 yr old altar boy in late 1970s. Soave sent for therapy and later given title of Vicar for Senior Priests in 1988 when it was recommended that he not return to active ministry. | Rockville Centre, NY | Source: Newsday 3.18.99; Suffolk Co. Grand Jury Report 1.17.03; Newsday 4.15.03 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record and Other Info |
| Sodano | Ralph H. | 1967 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Placed on administrative leave 2002 re accusation he abused 2 in 1970s. Diocese found accusations to be credible in 2003 and case sent to Vatican. Diocese requested a church trial. Total of 4 accusations received against Sodano as of 4/08 and 2 of those resulted in settlements. The 2 accusations in 2002 did not result in settlements because those plaintiffs did not seek damages. Died 10/22/08 per diocese website accessed 8/30/09. | Paterson, NJ | Source: The Record 4.23.02; Star Ledger 4.23.02; NY Times 4.25.02; Star Ledger 7.9.02; NorthJersey.com 1.9.03; Star-Ledger 1.10.03; Daily Record 10.5.03; Observer-Tribune 10.23.03; Daily Record 4.4.08 |
| Soderlund | David | 1965 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Became sexually involved with 13 yr old boy in 1980. He was disciplined and counseled by Diocese. Sent to further assignments with restriction of no contact with minors. In 1989 the church removed him from position at Good Samaritan Medical Center & removed financial help. Vatican said to restore the $$. He sued for wrongful termination 1997 and lost. Plaintiff sued him 2004. Accused of abuse of boy. SOL stopped legal action. | Allentown, PA | Source: Morning Call 4.24.97; Morning Call 5.12.97; Morning Call 7.21.97; Morning Call 3.10.02; Morning Call 1.14.04 |
Soens (Bp). | Lawrence D. | 1950 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Initially accused of abuse of 3 youths in 1960s. 1 claim settled for $20K in 2004. 2 suits pending as of 5/06. 7 new suits filed 5/06. Apparently 1 new suit with 13 plaintiffs filed 8/06 alleging abuse from 1959-1967. In 2/06 diocese investigative panel found behavior may have been inappropriate, but did not appear to be sexual. Name NOT on list released by Diocese 7/08 but Review Board found him guilty of sexual abuse 11/3/08. 31 total accusers. 12 cases dismissed 5/09. | Davenport, IA | Source: Des Moines Register 1.19.05; Des Moines Register 6.8.05; Quad-City Times 8.17.05; Des Moines Register 1.4.06; Des Moines Register 2.8.06; Gazette (AP) 2.8.06; Quad-City Times 2.9.06; Quad-City Times 2.24.06; KCCI Channel 8 Television 3.9.06; Des Moines Register 5.3.06; WCF Courier 5.23.06; Iowa City Press-News 8.10.06; Plaintiff's Statement of Disputed Facts from Gould v. Soens; Des Moines Register 9.8.06; Daily Iowan 5.08.07 Assignments: The Gazette 2.01.08 (add'l article); Quad-City Times 2.16.08 (add'l article); Quad-City Times 2.16.08 (add'l article); Quad-City Times 7.10.08 (add'l article); Des Moines Register 11.3.08 (add'l article); BA.org Concise Assignment Record |
Sokol | Edward | 1987 | P | Convicted | Franciscan | Sokol, a former Franciscan priest, was arrested 4/01 after arranging over the Internet to meet a 15 yr old boy for sex (it was a police sting). Pleaded no contest to computer pornography 12/01 and Judge allowed him to continue running a group home for disabled adult males, Finally ordered to leave the home 3/02 by Social Services. Also worked in Boston Arch. and at Perkins School for the Blind and in NH. Briefly had privileges in Miami after Franciscans withdrew his privileges. | Miami, FL | Source: Miami Herald 3.15.02; Miami Herald 3.16.02 |
| Somma, Jr. | James E. | 1959 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Retired as Air Force chaplain in 1984. In 1988 woman said she was abused by Somma 25 years earlier. Allegation judged "not credible" by the diocese and court later dismissed case due to statute of limitations. Remained an active priest until his death in 2002. Second allegation rec'd 2002. Civil suit filed by 1 man 2004. Claims included in Diocese's 9/07 $1.25 mil settlement as to 32 plaintiffs alleging abuse by 17 priests. | Pittsburgh, PA | Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 11.29.02; Post-Gazette 6.15.03; Post-Gazette 1.15.04; Post-Gazette 9.18.07 |
| Sondergeld | Joseph | 1916 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Worked in Seattle until Yakima diocese formed in 1951. Per 6/03 articles, Sondergeld was accused of abusing at least 3 individuals. One man filed suit in 2003 alleging abuse in Yakima in 1967-1968. Said that Sondergeld would give him money after each act. Diocese claimed Sondergeld, then in his 80s, was senile. Two other men came forward to claim abuse in 1940s in Spokane. He died in 1969. | Spokane, WA | Source: Spokesman Review 6.10.03; Spokesman Review 6.11.03; Yakima Herald-Republic 6.11.03; Yakima Herald Republic 1.7.07; Spokesman Review 5.4.07; 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; Yakima Herald-Republic 7.4.10 |
Soppe | Dale | S | Charged | Soppe, a teacher and former seminary student who left teaching to become a therapist, was charged 5/06 in WI with molesting a former student 50-100 times in 1968 and 1969. Abuse alleged to have occurred in Iowa and in WI. Pleaded guility 7/08 in WI andsentenced to 2 yrs probation (w/ 60 days jail) and $1,000 fine. Soppe also said he was also abused by priests as a child. In 12/08 Court ordered him to pay $14,500 restitution to plaintiff for counseling. Registered sex offender. in WI but lives in Iowa. | Dubuque, IA | Source: Telegraph Herald 5.10.06; WCF Courier 5.11.06; Telegraph Herald 7.22.06; Telegraph Herald 2.19.08; Leader Telegram 7.16.08; SNAP 12.17.08 | ||
| Soto | Ruben | B | Convicted | Franciscan | Soto, a Franciscan brother in training, was accused in 1995 of molesting three boys at St. Anthony's Church in Cicero. Soto told another Friar who alerted authorities. Soto arrested 6/95. LINKUP later reported that that Soto may have also abused youths in Texas as well. | Chicago, IL | Source: Chicago Tribune 6.9.95; Chicago Sun-Times 6.9.95 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record | |
Spagnolia | D. George | 1964 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Took leave of absence in 1973 (after a disagreement with the archdiocese) and returned to priestly duties in early 1990s.. Placed on leave without privileges in Feb. 2002 after being accused of sexually abusing a 14 yr old boy in 1971. He denied allegations. He later admitted to relationships with 2 men during his 20 yr leave of absence. No criminal charges because of SOL. Died May, 2008. | Boston, MA | Source: Lowell Sun 2.22.02; Boston Globe 2.23.02; Boston Herald 2.23.02; Archdiocese of Boston Press Release 2.25.02; NY Times 2.26.02; Lowell Sun 2.26.02; Boston Globe 2.26.02; Boston Herald 2.26.02; Boston Globe 2.26.02; Lowell Sun 2.27.02; Boston Globe 2.28.02; Boston Globe 3.02.02; Boston Herald 3.16.02; Lowell Sun 5.03.02; Boston Herald 12.12.02 Assignments: Boston Globe 1.10.03 (add'l article); The Advocate 4.13.04 (add'l article); Boston Herald (AP) 5.16.08 (add'l article); Lowell Sun 5.16.08; Boston Archdiocesan Assignment Record; Resume |
| Spagnolo | Nicholas J. | 1953 | P | Accused | Stigmatine | Personnel files released 2/03 show he was accused of molesting teenage girls in 1960s. One accuser went to Archdiocese and Order in 1993 and he admitted he "violated boundries" while counseling females in 1960s. Ordered not to minister without supervision. Continued to try to organize retreates for lay and religious women. Working in Lexington MA in 2002. | Boston, MA | Source: Boston Herald 2.7.03; Boston Globe 2.7.03; Lexington (MA) Minuteman 2.13.03 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Spain | William | 1956 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Name appears on list of priests with credible allegations released by San Diego diocese 3/30/07. He retired in 1986 and died in 1993. No specific information can be found about allegations against him. | San Diego, CA | Source: Lompoc Record 3.30.07; San Diego Union Tribune 3.31.07 Assignments: Diocese of San Diego List 3.30.07 |
| Spalding | Leon C. | 1959 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Woman filed suit 4/03 alleging that she was molested as a minor by Spalding after confession in early 1970s. He denied the accusations. Per one article, Spalding retired in 3/03 after facing an unrelated accusation involving an adult woman. This information came from letter that Archbishop Kelly read to Spalding's parishioners 3/03. Still shown as retired per 2009 Catholic Directory. | Louisville, KY | Source: Associated Press 4.21.03; Courier-Journal 4.22.03 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Specialle | Stephen Emmett | 1985 | P | Settled | Jesuit | Accused of abuse from 1985-1986. Settled 1993 for $60K. Another suit filed 2003. Named in archdiocesan report. Last name also spelled Speciale per 1989 Official Catholic Directory. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: Case # 185 561 c/w 167 938; Superiot Ct.; Santa Barbara County; LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 6; John Roe 4 vs. Does, Cause No. 1156450, Superior Court of California |
Speers | Phillip G. | S | convicted | Diocesan | Speers, a former seminary student and teacher at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic School in Yuma, was accused of abusing at least 5 girls in 2nd grade class in 1999-2000 as well as possession of child pornography. $1.8M settlement in 2003 with 5 girls andtheir families. Convicted in 2002 and 2003 but decisions reversed by AZ court of appeals. Retried 8/07 and found guilty. Sentenced to 34 yrs in prison. Possession of child porn charges dropped. | Tucson, AZ | Source: Diocesan website 2.27.04; KVOA Channel 4 3.1.05; Dallas Morning News 3.13.05; Arizona Daily Star 2.10.06; Arizona Daily Star 1.3.07; Arizona Daily Star 8.7.07; Arizona Daily Star 9.25.07 Assignments: Diocese of Tucson List of Accused Priests n.d. | |
Spellen | Lawrence M. | 1946 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Spellen, a retired priest, told Bishop Weigand in 1993 that he was being accused of sexual misconduct during the mid 1980s. Diocese officials investigated and found some merit in accusations. Spellen was placed on leave. Matter reported to CPS. Apparently the relationship was still going on because Vicar General offered the youth counseling when he said he wanted to break off the relationship. Living in southern California as of 9/02. Died 2/03. | Salt Lake City, UT | Source: Deserate News 12.18.93; Salt Lake Tribune 6.12.02; The Californian 2.21.03 |
| Spielman | James A. | 1970 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Spielman was accused in 1993 of abusing an altar boy over a four-year peiod in the 1970s. In 1994 Diocese of Buffalo paid the plaintiff $150,000 to settle the matter. Shortly after abuse was reported in 1993, Spielman resigned from the priesthood andmoved to Alaska. | Buffalo, NY | Source: Buffalo News 5.10.02 |
| Spillane | Jeremiah M. | 1986 | P | Convicted | Legionaires of Christ | Spillane, a chaplain at a Catholic high school in Sarasota, was charged in early 1997 with Internet solicitation of boy, age 13, actually an undercover policeman. Pleaded no contest to charges and sentenced to 2 yrs house arrest and 2 yrs probation. Also admitted abuse in prior assignments in Mexico. Also worked in Spain and Rome. | St. Petersburg, FL | Source: Tampa Tribune 2.11.97; Sarasota Herald-Tribune 2.12.97; Sarasota Herald-Tribune 2.22.97; Sarasota Herald-Tribune 3.7.97; Sarasota Herald-Tribune 3.27.97; Sarasota Herald-Tribune 9.5.97; St. Petersburg Times 11.8.97; Sarasota Herald-Tribune 12.9.97; Tampa Tribune 4.22.02; News Press 10.26.03 |
| Spillane | Michael J. | 1968 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Person came forward in 1991 to allege abuse by Spillane. Spillane then admitted molesting least six youths while working in from 1975 - 1986. Church may have settled with this person but never tried to learn names of other victims. Privileges removed 1991. In 2002 Spillane was working for the Federation of Diocesan Liturgical Commissions which advised the USCCB. Another allegation made in 2002. | Baltimore, MD | Source: Washington Post 6.02.02; Baltimore Sun 6.03.02; Maryland Gazette 6.05.02; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; Adoremus Bulletin 6/02; Archdiocese of Baltimore 9.25.02 Assignments: Archdiocese of Baltimore 9.25.02 |
| Spine | William J. | 1973 | P | Accused | Jesuit | Accused of abuse of youth in Peru in mid 1970s. Had worked in Lexington Diocese since 2001. Permanently removed from duties 2/06 (several months after diocese learned of allegations). Spine also served in Chicago Archdiocese from 1986-1991. | Lexington, KY | Source: WLS TV/ Chicago 2.7.06; Lexington Herald-Leader 2.8.06; Chicago Sun-Times 2.8.06; WKYT/WYMT Channel 27, 2.8.06 |
| Splawski | Bernard | 1963 | P | Accused | Franciscan | Accused in 1986 of fondling a student at Bishop Timon High School in South Buffalo. He underwent inpatient treatment for 6 mo and two years of outpatient treatment and was reassigned to work in Paterson,New Jersey. He was removed from New Jersey assignment (after 17 years there) in Feb. 2003. Will remain a Franciscan and live in a friary doing "internal work." This happened only after renewed complaints from family of the student. | Buffalo, NY | Source: The Record 2.26.03; Buffalo News 2.27.03 |
Sprauer | Michael | 1972 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Accused of abusing as many as 20 teenage boys at MacLaren Youth Correctional Facility from 1972-1975. Sued 2002 and 2003. Sprauer has denied the charges. Archdiocese has settled with 15 plaintiffs for total of $600,000 but suit(s) going to trial in May, 2007 against Sprauer and the State of Oregon. Found guilty of abuse of 2 of 3 plaintiffs 5/17/07 and jury awarded $1.4 mil in damages. In 7/07 state agreed to pay $1,050,000 to 14 plaintiffs. | Portland, OR | Source: The Oregonian 6.10.03; Statesman Journal 10.06.04; OregonLive.com (AP) 5.11.05; The Oregonian 8.17.05; The Oregonian 8.29.05; KGW.com (AP) 5.25.06; Table: The Oregonian 11.12.06; The Oregonian 4.18.07; Statesman Journal 4.18.07; Statesman Journal 4.19.07; Statesman Journal 4.29.07; Statesman Journal 5.02.07; The Oregonian 5.03.07; Statesman Journal 5.05.07; Statesman Journal 5.08.07 Assignments: Statesman Journal 5.09.07 (add'l article); Statesman Journal 5.16.07 (add'l article); Statesman Journal 5.17.07 (add'l article); Statesman Journal 5.17.07 (add'l article); Statesman Journal 7.21.07 (add'l article); BA.org Assignment Record |
| Springer | Christopher J. | 1952 | P | Sued | Redemptorist | Sued 1994 and 2002. Accused of abuse (1968-1980) in several suits. Left ministry 1985; laicized in 1990. Served in Corpus Christi and Baton Rouge. May have left Order and officially joined BR Diocese. 2 suits filed 4/06. Two more plaintiffs filed 8/06. Some settled. Diocese sued insurance company. 3 more filed suit 10/06. Another settlement 11/06. 3 more filed suit 12/06. Battle continues 8/09 re personnel files. As many as 30 victims in all. | Baton Rouge, LA | Source: The Advocate 1.8.03; Corpus Christi Caller Times 4.17.03; SATURDAY State-Times/Morning Advocate 4.26.03; The Advocate 8.12.03; Saturday State Times/Morning Advocate 7.31.04; The Advocate 12.20.05; The Advocate (Louisiana) 4.8.06; The Advocate 8.1.06; KATC 8.11.06; The Advocate 8.11.06; The Advocate 9.20.06; The Advocate 10.27.06; The Advocate 11.22.06; The Advocate 12.28.06 Assignments: The Advocate 8.18.09 (add'l article); The Advocate 5.16.10 (add'l article); The Advocate 8.1.10 (add'l article) |
Sprouffske | Matthew Michael | 1954 | P | Arrested | Carmelite | Allegation received in 1986 of abuse of female relative under 14 in 1950s. Arrested 12/02. Criminal charges dropped 7/03 due to CA Supreme Court ruling. Died 1/05. At least one claim included in 11/06 $10M settlement with Order, LA Archdiocese and 7 people alleging abuse by 5 priests. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Times 11.26.02; Chicago Tribune 12.4.02; Chicago Tribune 1.14.03; Contra Costa Times (AP) 6.20.03; San Gabriel Valley Tribune 7.3.03; City News Service 7.3.03; LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 6; LA Archdiocesan Report Addendum 11.15.05; Carmelite Newsletter April-June 2005; Carmelite Review 5.05; The Catholic Key 11.10.06 Assignments: LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
| St. Arnaud | Pacome ""Jocelyn"" | 1952 | P | Sued | Benedictine | In 2002, 3 men accused St. Arnaud of sexually abusing them in 1970s. In civil suit filed 5/02, plaintiff says he told other priests in 1971 that he had been abused. St. Arnaud was then transferred to another parish where he abused the other 2 plaintiffs. These men filed suits in Nov. 2002. Also history of abuse in Canada before coming to Portland. Another suit filed 2005 is still awaiting trial. St. Arnaud died in 1992. | Portland, OR | Source: Statesman Journal 5.03.02; Statesman Journal 5.13.02; The Oregonian 7.07.02; Statesman Journal (Salem, OR) 11.19.02; The Oregonian 11.19.02; Table: The Oregonian 11.12.06; KTVZ 4.22.08 |
St. Charles | Paul W. | P | Sued | Diocesan | Retired in 1986. Allegations made to the Diocese in 2002 about misconduct dating back to the 1970s. Review board found allegations to be "more likely than not" and placed him on leave in 11/04. Named in at least six civil suits filed between 2005 and 2008 re events that took place when St. Charles was assigned to Church of the Ascension or Our Lady of Sorrows. At least 17 known accusers. 1 suit dismissed 3/09. 3-4 settled and 2 still pending. Died 12/09. | Memphis, TN | Source: Commercial Appeal 11.30.04; Tennessean 12.5.04; Commercial Appeal 9.9.05; Commercial Appeal 11.9.05; Commerical Appeal 11.29.06; Daily News 8.23.07; Memphis Commercial Appeal 8.26.08; Daily News 8.27.08; Daily News 9.12.08; Nashville Scene 12.23.08; Daily News 2.13.09; Daily News 3.20.09; WHNT 12.28.09; The Commercial Appeal 12.29.09; Daily News 12.31.09 Assignments: City Paper 12.31.09 (add'l article); Daily News 4.8.10 (add'l article); Commercial Appeal 4.8.10 (add'l article) | |
| St. Hilaire | Bernard | P | Accused | Diocesan | Documents released by Archdiocese 2/02 on Fr. Ronald Paquin (a known abuser) confirm a long-standing sexual relationship between Paquin and St. Hilaire, who died in 1977. St. Hilaire took Paquin under his wing when Paquin was about 14 and counseled andmolested him. One of Paquin's victims said Paquin admitted that he and St. Hilaire slept in the same bed for 30 years, Per files released 1/04, one of Paquin's victims says he was also abused by St. Hilarie. This man settled for $20K before before 2002. | Boston, MA | Source: Boston Herald 5.31.02; Boston Herald 6.6.02; Boston Herald 1.15.04 | |
St. Jean | George | P | Accused | Oblate | Audit records show 2 reports of the same abuse: 1) alleged in 1/04 to the diocese by the victim himself, and 2) reported in 3/08 by victim's sister, who called the Oblate shrine in Colebrook NH. Boy said he was abused at priest's family camp in MA in 1960 or 1961. Manchester saw allegation as Boston issue: abuse was done there and St. Jean was not in Manchester diocesan ministry. But Directory has him assigned at Colebrook NH shrine in 1960. Deceased by 2004. New suit filed 5/10 and another filed 7/21/10 | Manchester, NH | Source: NH AG Audit Records 3.26.09; Press Statement 5.18.10; Boston Herald 5.18.10; Boston Globe 5.19.10; New Hampshire Union Leader 5.19.10; Foster's Daily Democrat 7.21.10; New Hampshire Union Leader 7.21.10; WMUR 7.22.10 | |
| St. Peter | Lawrence H. | 1959 | P | Settled | Diocesan | One complainant settled with the archdiocese 7/1/08 as part of 7/08 $5.5M settlement of 18 people alleging abuse by 3 priests. Died 8/18/03. | Denver, CO | Source: Rocky Mountain News 8.21.03; Denver Post 8.22.03; Denver Post 7.2.08; Rocky Mountain News 7.2.08; NY Times 7.2.08 Assignments: Detailed BA.org Assignment Record |
| Stack | George J. | 1961 | P | Sued | Diocesan | One of 12 priests and a religious brother named as perpetrators in lawsuit filed against Brooklyn Diocese in Oct. 2002 by 43 plaintifffs. One man says he was abused in 1976 (1979?) at Cathedral Prep School. In massive civil suit filed 10/1/03, 27 victims allege abuse by 24 priests, including Stack. One man and the estate of another allege that the two were abused by Stack in 1960s at Our Lady of Snow parish and school. | Brooklyn, NY | Source: Newsday 10.16.02; USA Today 11.11.02; Newsday 10.02.03 |
| Stack | Gilbert | 1939 | P | Accused | Benedictine | Per 2003 article, Stack had been accused of sexually abusing a 14 yr old boy when he served in Sturgis, SD between 1946-1956. Stack (aged 90) denied the allegations. He had been living in retirement at Conception Abbey in MO for many years. Bishop said the allegations were credible. No criminal charges or litigation filed. Stack died 9/07. | Rapid City, SD | Source: Associated Press 2.20.03; Keloland.com 2.20.03; Conception Abbey Tower Topics Summer 2008 |
| Stadtfeld | Joseph | B | Sued | Servite | Accused of abuse of 2 sisters between 1958-1966. Died 2001. Last name spelled as per archdiocesan report. His obit spelled name as both Stadfeld and Stadfield. Archdioesan report says 1 civil suit filed. Both sisters settled as part of massive $660 mil settlement 7/07 between Archdiocese and 508 victims of abuse. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: The Tidings 8.31.01 Obituary; LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 7; LA Times 7.30.07 Assignments: LA Times Database 4.20.06 | |
Stallings | Dan Paul | D | Arrested | Diocesan | Stallings, ordained as a deacon in 1986, was arrested in Dec. 2007 and charged with having a sexual relationship with an underaged girl in his family in late 1960s and early 1970s. Police fear that his activities involving the CYO group may have allowedhim to abuse other children. Additional charges filed 1/08 after woman came forward to allege abuse when she was 15-16 yrs old. Pled guilty 3/08 to original charges. Sentenced to 20 yrs prison. | Washington DC, MD | Source: WTOP 12.12.07; NBC 4 12.12.07; Associated Press 1.16.08; The Gazette 1.18.08; WTOP 3.18.08; The Examiner 5.16.08 | |
| Stallings | George A., Jr. | 1974 | P | Accused | Diocesan | In 1989 Stallings was accused by man of abuse when the man was 16. Another person allegedly complained to Cardinal in 1986 of similar allegations.Third man claimed Stallings abused him from 1976-1984. Cardinal Hickey ordered Stallings to treatment in 1989 but Stallings refused and formed his own breakaway congregation as a Black Catholic church. Later excommunicated but claims he left because of racism. One man filed suit 2008 which settled 10/09 for $125K. | Washington, DC | Source: St. Louis Post Dispatch 9.4.89; Washington Post 9.7.89; Washington Post 9.11.89; St. Petersburg Times 9.30.89; Washington Post 4.30.90; Washington Post 10.14.09 |
| Stallkamp | Louis G. | 1967 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused of abuse of 2 from 1974-1979. Died 1994. Named in archdiocesan report. Civil suit filed 12/03. Also worked in Orange Diocese. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 3; OC Weekly 3.04.05; City of Angels 12.07.07 Assignments: LA Archdiocesan Report Addendum 11.15.05; LA Times Database 4.20.06; OC Weekly 3.04.05 |
| Stalzer | David | 1974 | P | Accused | Diocesan | 1993 civil suit claims that Stalzer and Lawrence M. Gibbs abused the plaintiff in 1981. Suit was dismissed in 1994 by the Court after Plaintiff claimed to have been treated by two psychologists and both denied having seen the man. Stalzer was returned to duty 4/93 (under supervision and with limited contact w/ youngsters) prior to resolution of suit. He was allowed to continue active duties until his death in 2000. | Joliet, IL | Source: Chicago Tribune 1.21.93; Chicago Sun-Times 4.24.93; Chicago Tribune 3.24.94; The Herald News (Joliet) 5.5.02 |
| Stanislaus | Wellington Joseph "Brother Stan" | B | Arrested | Jesuit | Moved from San Jose to Phoenix in 1971 after he was accused of molesting teenage boys at a home for wayward boys. Allowed to work with youth programs in Phoenix while order was working to have him dismissed. Arrested 2003 on two felony accounts of abusing 16 yr old boy in 1969 who was a resident of a Los Gatos home for wayward boys. Charges dismissed 6/03 after ruling by Supreme Court. | San Francisco, CA | Source: San Jose Mercury News 4.24.03; San Jose Mercury News 4.25.03; Arizona Republic 5.04.03; San Jose Mercury News 6.27.03 | |
| Staniszewski | Stanley | 1974 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Ordained in Warsaw Poland. Staniszewski has been accused of sexual abuse per 7/07 news article. He served in Gary Diocese from 1974-1983. Served in Kalamazoo MI diocese from 1994-1998. He also served in Sioux Falls, SD diocese. He reportedly lives in Florida and is no longer in active ministry. Named in 1 civil suit in Gary re abuse of boy at Casimir Catholic Church's grade school from 1979-1981. | Gary, IN | Source: Orlando Sentinel 12.11.03; Boston.com 12.12.03; Bulletin of Saint Stanislaus Kostka Parish 7.15.07; News Dispatch 7.25.07; Bulletin of St. Monica's Church, Kalamazoo, MI 7.25.07; The Times 12.20.08 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Stanton | Leonard | 1943 ? | P | Sued | Diocesan | One of 12 priests named as abusers in 9/02 civil suit filed by 27 Plaintiffs. Archdiocese accused of cover-up. He is shown as deceased. No other information found. | Boston, MA | Source: Boston Herald 9.19.02; Boston Globe 9.19.02; USA Today 11.11.02 |
| Starks | Donald | 1949 | P | Accused | Diocesan | In Oct. 2004 man filed suit claiming abuse in 1976 in both Albany and Boston. Man said that he was abused beginning at age 14 by Starks and Fr. Mark Haight at St. Francis de Sales Church in Colonie. Says abuse took place in Albany and Boston areas. 2ndsuit filed 3/05 re abuse in same time frame. Starks deceased. | Albany, NY | Source: Albany Times Union 10.06.04; Albany Times Union 3.25.05 |
| Starostka | John | 1961 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Starostka was placed on leave without privileges 8/02. He had just retired in June citing health problems. No information on allegations against him. In 1/03 Archbishop confirmed that Starostka's privileges had been withdrawn. | Omaha, NE | Source: Omaha World-Herald 6.7.02; Associated Press 8.16.02; Omaha World-Herald 8.17.02; KETV-ABC 1.3.03; Associated Press 3.6.03 |
| Stauber | James | 1959 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Stauber originally worked in the Detroit Diocese but came to San Bernardino in early 1980s. He resigned his post with the San Bernardino diocese in 1993 without admitting wrongdoing after having been accused of having had sex with a minor 22 years ago while in another state (Michigan??). Bishop Straling placed him on leave immediately. He admitted to being a recovering alcoholic. | San Bernardino, CA | Source: Press Enterprise 4.22.93; Press Enterpriese 1.06.94 |
| Stavinoha | Donald L. | 1970 | P | Convicted | Oblate | Police officer caught Stavinoha having sex with a minor boy in a van at local park in Houston in 1986. Church removed privileges and sent him for therapy. In 1990, Stavinoha pleaded guilty; sentenced to 10 yrs. Served 14 mo. and then put on probation.Civil suit filed, settled, and sealed. May have lived in St. Louis area at St. Vianney or Wounded Brothers. Died 3/27/07 in Houston. | Galveston-Houston, TX | Source: Houston Chronicle 5.2.86; Houston Chronicle 1.8.88; Washington Post 1.10.88; Associated Press 1.11.88; Houston Chronicle 9.28.92; Dallas Morning News 8.31.97; St. Louis Post Dispatch 3.3.02; Houston Press 8.17.06; Oblate Communications No. 465, 5.07 |
Steel | James R. | 1968 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Man came forward 2002 to allege abuse by Steel and a school principal at St. Joseph the Worker in 1982 when he was 13. In 11/06, review board determined that there was reason to believe allegations credible, Steel left priesthood in 5/92 and was laicized in 3/01. One claim included in 8/08 $12.7M settlement involving 11 priests and 16 plaintiffs. | Chicago, IL | Source: Archdiocese of Chicago List 3.20.06; Chicago Tribune 12.24.06; Madill Reports - Northwestern Univ. 1.16.07; Chicago Daily Herald 1.18.07; Chicago Tribune 8.12.08; WBBM 8.12.08; The Beacon 8.13.08; Chicago Tribune 8.13.08; ABC 7 8.13.08; Lake County News-Sun 8.13.08; Chicago Sun-Times 8.13.08; Chicago Sun-Times 8.13.08; Jeff Anderson & Assoc. News Release 8.14.08; Catholic New World 8.17.08; Chicago Archdiocesan Report 1.14.10 |
Stefanich | Edward | 1965 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Stefanich abused a 15 yr old girl for 16 mos in 1985-86. Church warned by Counselor about the relationship in 1986; they promised to handle but did nothing until 1987 after Stefanich proposed marriage and girl's parents complained. Stefanich was indicted and pled guilty. In 1987 sentenced to 6 mo. jail; 1 yr of counseling and had to be laicized. Police admitted that they knew he had abused another girl as well. Settled with family 4/88 for $450K. Man filed suit 9/03 re abuse from 1969-1970. | Joliet, IL | Source: Chicago Tribune 2.15.87; Chicago Tribune 2.17.87; Chicago Tribune 3.5.87; Chicago Tribune 5.7.87; Chicago Tribune 8.21.87; Chicago Tribune 8.22.87; Herald News 5.5.02; Chicago Tribune 5.16.02; Chicago Daily Herald 9.24.03; Chicago Tribune 9.24.03; Chicago Daily Herald 7.30.05; Chicago Daily Herald 9.9.05; Chicago Tribune 2.3.06; Daily Southtown 2.23.06 (deposition excerpt); Chicago Tribune 2.4.06 Assignments: Diocese of Joliet Press Release 4.9.06 (add'l article); Chicago Sun-Times 4.11.06 (add'l article); Herald News 5.17.06 (add'l article) |
Steger | John J. | 1951 | P | Arrested | Diocesan | Placed on leave 5/06 after allegations that he had recently sexually abused a 12-yr-old girl. Criminal charges filed. Steger pleaded not guilty to all charges. In 3/07 Prosecutors and defense counsel began trying to reach a plea agreement due to Steger's age (80) and poor physical condition. Still on leave when he died 3/08. | Rochester, NY | Source: WROC (Gates NY) 5.17.06; Democrat & Chronicle 5.18.06; WROC (Gates NY) 5.24.06; Democrat & Chronicle 7.13.06; Democrat & Chronicle 8.24.06; Democrat & Chronicle 3.18.07; Democrat & Chronicle 3.21.07; Democrat & Chronicle 3.22.07; Press and Sun-Bulletin 5.05.07; Democrat & Chronicle 8.01.07; MPNnow 3.04.08; WHEC 3.05.08 |
Stegmann | Raymond V. | 1950 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Stegmann is named as abuser in one of two lawsuits filed in 2003 against the Diocese and numerous priests after the release of the Grand Jury report. He is accused of fondling and sodomizing a 17 yr old sacristan on several occasions. Stegmann died in 2000. This is believed to be first allegation against him. | Rockville Centre, NY | Source: Newsday 4.15.03; Newsday 4.15.03 (2nd) Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record and Other Info |
| Steidle | Mark A. | 1993 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Removed 5/04 after allegations received that he had inappropriately touched a minor in the fall of 1994 at Marydale Retreat Center. Steidle had replaced Gerald Reinersman (who was also just been placed on leave by the Diocese) as chaplain at Marydale.Steidle was placed in a parish in 2003 but the 2002 Catholic Directory shows him on a "leave of absence." He denied all allegations. | Covington, KY | Source: Cincinnati Enquirer 5.23.04; Courier-Journal (AP) 5.24.04; Cincinnati Enquirer 5.25.04 |
| Steigerwald | Philip | 1976 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Man sued Archdiocese in 2002 alleging that he had been abused by Steigerwald in 1978 on a long trip. Suit alleges that archdiocese knew prior to the abuse that Steigerwald was a danger to teenage boys and failed to notify parishioners. Plaintiff's attorney says that Steigerwald left the church "under less than honorable circumstances" in 1981. Diocese spokesman says he just took a leave of absence. He died in 1992 after being struck by a car. Archdiocese paid $450,000 in 2003 to settle suit. | Portland, OR | Source: The Oregonian 8.30.02; Table: The Oregonian 11.12.06; The Oregonian 6.06.07 (Documents); Contra Costa Times 4.01.08; Dialog 2.20.10 |
Stein | James | 1986 | P | Convicted | Norbertine | Pled no contest in 1991 to touching a man in a sauna. Charged 9/03 with 3 counts of felony second-degree sexual assault of a youth at Notre Dame Academy in Green Bay. Victim says that in 1988 Stein gropped him several times in swimming pool & hot tub at the Norbertine Abbey. Pleaded no contest 8/04. Sentenced to 1 yr jail (work release) and 10 yrs probation 12/04. | Green Bay, WI | Source: Green Bay Press Gazette 9.19.03; Green Bay Press Gazette 9.20.03; Green Bay Press Gazette 10.1.03; News Chronicle 11.16.03; Green Bay Press Gazette 1.27.04; Green Bay Press Gazette 4.29.04; Green Bay Press Gazette 8.20.04; WBAY-TV 8.30.04; Green Bay Press Gazette 8.31.04; Green Bay Press Gazette 12.17.04; Green Bay Press Gazette 12.22.04 |
| Stein | John Francis | P | Settled | Diocesan | One man says Stein sexually abused him hundreds of times over a three-year period in the 1950s at St. Catherine of Siena parish in the plains town of Iliff. Abused began in 1953 when accuser was 10. Man complained to Archdiocese in 1992. They told him Stein has been laicized. Claim settled 9/96 with very strict confidentiality agreement. Stein died in 11/01 at age 84. Obituary referred to him as "Rev." Stein. | Denver, CO | Source: Rocky Mountain News 11.21.01; NY Times 10.18.03; Denver Post 12.18.05; Freedom from Religion Foundation 3.06 | |
Steingraber | Louis M. | 1973 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused of abuse of 2 boys in their early teens in 1982 and a 16 yr old boy on another occasion. Placed on health leave 1983, was reassigned to another position and then left active ministry 1984. Died Sept. 1987 at age 41. | Philadelphia, PA | Source: Philadelphia Grand Jury Report Assignments: Philadelphia Archdiocesan Priest Data Profile |
| Stelzner | Barnabus | B | Sued | Benedictine | Sued 1997. Stelzner and others accused of sexual and physical abuse of 15 yr old boy at Holy Cross Abbey in 1982-1983. | Pueblo, CO | Source: Denver Post 1.30.97; Rocky Mountain News 1.30.97; Rocky Mountain News 1.31.97; Denver Post 3.24.02 | |
| Stencil | Steven G. | 1981 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Vocations director. In 2000 a youth complained to Church officials that Stencil had groped him at a pool party in 1999 when he was 17. The matter was turned over to police. Church investigation said it was accidental. Same youth complained again in 2002. placed on leave in 2001 after violating diocesan policy forbidding priests from being in the company of minors overnight. He had taken a trip to Mexico with one parent and several teenage boys. Still on leave without privileges as of 3/04. | Tucson, AZ | Source: Arizona Republic 5.4.02; Tucson Citizen 5.6.02; Arizona Daily Star 5.8.02; Tucson Citizen 5.9.02; Arizona Daily Star 5.10.02; Tucson Diocese Press Release 6.21.02; Arizona Daily Star 6.22.02; Arizona Daily Star 5.8.03; Tucson Citizen 5.9.03; Tucson Citizen 2.27.04; Arizona Daily Star 3.12.04; CruxNews.com 7.23.04; Arizona Daily Star 7.30.07 Assignments: Diocese of Tucson List of Accused Priests n.d. |
Stepek | Robert A. | 1981 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Accused in 5/06 of sexually abusing 2 brothers aged 9 and 16 during first assignment 1981-83. Denied the charges 6/11/06. Review Board finding of 'reasonble cause' announced 11/4/06 & he was permanently removed from public ministry. Case referred to CDF in Rome. Stepek filed $4M defamation suit against brothers in 11/06 and petitioned Vatican. Brothers sued Cardinal George 12/13/06 alleging violation of confidentiality and sued Stepek on 8/29/07. New suit filed 5/09 re 1987 abuse of 1. | Chicago, IL | Source: Basic Articles; Chicago Sun-Times 5.24.06; Chicago Sun-Times 5.24.06; Chicago Tribune 11.5.06; Chicago Sun-Times 11.5.06; Daily Southtown 11.6.06; Chicago Sun-Times 11.6.06; NBC 5 11.5.06; Daily Southtown 11.7.06; CBS 2 11.6.06; Southwest News-Herald 11.8.06; Chicago Sun-Times 11.29.06; Southwest News-Herald 8.29.07; Chicago Tribune 8.30.07; Chicago Breaking News 5.6.09 Assignments: ABC 7 5.6.09 (add'l article); Chicago Tribune 5.7.09 (add'l article); Chicago Tribune 6.11.09 (add'l article); Chicago Tribune 10.14.09 (add'l article); Chicago Archdiocesan Report 1.14.10 (add'l article); BA.org Assignment Record |
| Stephen Rose | Sister | N | Sued | Order? | Sued in 2005. One of several religious accused of abuse at Madonna Manor, a Catholic home for troubled children. | New Orleans, LA | Source: Times-Picayune 8.25.05 | |
| Stephney | Charles F. | ? | P | Accused | Society of the Precious Blood | In 1981 Stephney was chaplain at Cincinnati jail. Several boys accused him of making sexual advances and jail officials asked him to leave. His order sent him for treatment and later assigned him to job w/ no contact w/ children. Instead, he left for Baltimore and went to work for George Stallings (another abuser) in 1989. Stephney was expelled from his order when he went to work for Stallings. Apparently all records of Cincinnati incident were destroyed. | Cincinnati, OH | Source: Washington Post 4.30.90 |
| Stepien | Allen F. | 1965 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Placed on leave 2002 after allegations of sexual contact with minors in late 1970s or ealy 1980s. In 2003 diocese found allegations credible and asked Vatican to order a church trial. Shown as retired per 2009 Catholic Directory. | Paterson, NJ | Source: The Record 4.23.02; NY Times 4.25.02; NorthJersey.com 1.9.03; Star-Ledger 1.10.03; Star Ledger 3.21.03; Daily Record 10.5.03; Observer Tribune 10.23.03 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Steponaitis | Justin | 1937 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Sued 1993. Accused of abuse of an altar boy at St. Francis of Assisi Church in Athol from 1971-1976. Steponaitis denied all charges. He retired 1987 and died 1995. Suit had been dismissed by 1997. | Worcester, MA | Source: Telegram & Gazette 1.14.93; Boston Globe 2.8.93; Worcester Magazine 9.24.97 |
| Stevens | Michael J. | 1980 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Pleaded guilty in late 1980s to sexual misconduct with a minor. In 2002 Archbishop Flynn admitted that Stevens had been working on Diocese's computer services team after past offenses. Flynn said his case had been made public in the past, archdiocesan staff was notified and his position did not involve working with children. Finally placed on leave from admin. position 6/02 after Dallas Bishops' conference. | St. Paul-Minneapolis, MN | Source: St. Paul Pioneer Press 5.24.02; St. Paul Pioneer Press 5.26.02; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; St. Paul Pioneer Press 6.22.02 |
| Stevens | Paul G. | 1969 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Man complained in 1/03 and again in 7/04 that Stevens had fondled and groped him on one occasion in 1969 or 1970 after a ski trip. A second man alleged that Stevens abused him in 1974 when he was 13. Abuse alleged to have occurred at Stevens' camp in Franconia. Stevens took a leave of absence 1/87 for health reasons and later chose not to return to ministry. | Manchester, NH | Source: NH AG Audit Records 3.26.09 |
Stewart | Jonathan L. | 1991 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Woman filed suit 3/04 on behalf of her 17 yr old son. Stewart allegedly molested the boy from 1993 through 1999 (ages 7-13). Stewart has worked in restricted ministry since allegations first received 2/01. Church investigation continued.. Church denied that it knew that abuse continued through 1999. Plaintiff's atty says that social workers at Family Social Services found evidence of the abuse. Jury awarded $155K in damages 4/25/08. | Indianapolis, IN | Source: Associated Press 3.10.04; Indianapolis Star 3.11.04; Indianapolis Star 4.25.08; SNAP Statement 4.25.08; Indianapolis Star 3.3.09; Indianapolis Star 3.3.09 |
| Stewart | Kenneth | P | Sued | Diocesan | In civil suit filed 2/26/04 one man alleged that Stewart abused him between 1977 - 1981 when Steward was assigned to Dept of Education and resided at the Toussaint residence close to St. Catherine?s Parish Church in Manhattan where he assisted the priests from time to time | New York, NY | Source: Perez et al v. Parrakow, et al, Supreme Court of NY, County of NY, 2.26.04 | |
Stewart | Victor E. | 1978 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Sued. Accused of abuse of least 22 boys. By 7/05, 14 victims had settled their claims against Archdiocese for a total of $3M and settlements were pending for 8 other accusers. Died 6/94. In 2005 several victims filed a complaint accusing Chicago police of complicity in abuse by silencing some of the victims when they tried to tell in the 1990s.Total of 33 claims against him by 2009. | Chicago, IL | Source: Chicago Tribune 7.14.05; Chicago Defender 7.20.05; ABC 7 2.11.06; Chicago Tribune 2.12.06; Chicago Archdiocesan Report 3.20.06 page 3; Chicago Sun-Times 3.21.06; Chicago Tribune 11.21.09; The Final Call 1.1.10 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Stieglitz | Richard | 1973 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Bishop forced him to resign from Queen of Angels Parish in 1993 after he adopted 4 Haitian youths in 1992.. Also sued in 1994 by man who alleged sexual battery in 1980 when he worked at St. Jude Catholic School. Suit later dismissed on SOL. In 2010, he was accused of abuse of 1 in 1975 while at South Bend Holy Family. Laicized 7/7/07 per 11/18/07 announcement. | Fort Wayne-South Bend, IN | Source: Fort Wayne News Sentinel 9.23.93; Fort Wayne News Sentinel 4.5.94; Fort Wayne News Sentinel 4.7.94; Fort Wayne News Sentinel 4.8.02; Ft. Wayne News Sentinel 12.20.03; Today's Catholic 11.18.07 |
Stinner | Francis | 1967 | P | Accused | Diocesan | First complaint received 1988. Parents complained again 1995 when learned he was still active. Removed from assignment 1997 after abuse allegation became public. Archdiocese paid large settlement but never turned investigative report over to police. Began saying mass again but this privilege was removed in 2002. At least 10 victims. Laicized 2005. | New York, NY | Source: New York Daily News and Journal News 3.22.02 (in collection of articles); Times Herald-Record 4.10.02; Journal News (NY) 4.10.02 (in collection of articles); Times Herald-Record 4.12.02; Times Herald-Record 4.21.02; USA Today 11.11.02; Republican 3.14.04; Newsday 7.09.05; Journal News 7.09.05; Times-Herald Record 7.20.05 Assignments: BA.org Summary of Directory Entries |
Stitts | Thomas | 1962 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Two men filed suits alleging they were molested by Stitts in late 1960s and early 1970s at two separate churches. Article says that Archdiocese received lawsuits 1/93 but suits did not become public until they were filed with Court 1/95. Stitts died 10/85 at age 50. New suit filed 3/10 by four men claims Archdiocese knew of Stitts' history before or during the time he was abusing them. Two more suits filed 6/10. | St. Paul-Minneapolis, MN | Source: St. Paul Pioneer Press (MN) 1.24.95; Minnesota Public Radio 3.18.10; Star Tribune 3.19.10; Minnesota Public Radio 6.29.10; Pioneer Press 6.29.10; Star Tribune 6.30.10 |
Stock | William McSherry | 1969 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Stock left priesthood in 1985. First allegation arose in 3/06 when man reported he was assaulted by Stock about 1981 when he was about 16. Stock arrested and charged 5/06. Arrested again 9/06 and charged with abusing another youth in late 1970s when accuser was 14. Sentenced to 19 months in prison 11/07 for abuse of 2nd accuser. | Washington, DC | Source: Washington Post 5.13.06; WUSA (Maryland) 5.14.06; Gazette (Maryland) 9.14.06; Washington Post 9.15.06; News-Post 9.16.06; Washington Post 11.21.07 |
| Stocker | Thomas Ronald | 1963 | P | Accused | Diocesan | 5/94 suit alleged that Stocker and Fr. Robert Thompson assaulted 4 boys between 1963-1967.Suit alleges Stocker did most of abuse and Thompson watched, and assaulted one youth. Lower court dismissed on SOL and that First Amendment shielded Diocese etc. from liability. Affirmed by Court of Appeals. Placed on leave by the Diocese in 1995. Stocker admitted in deposition that he had sexual contact with at least some of the victims. Sent to study Canon Law in Wash. DC in 1969 (after abuse). | Green Bay, WI | Source: DC et al v. Diocese of Green Bay et al, Cause No. 95-3606, Wisconsin Court of Appeals. 10.07.97; Post Crescent 5.31.02; Capital Times 6.25.02 |
Stoltz | Joseph H. | 1973 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Underwent counseling, was evaluated and placed on a restricted ministry in 1991 after allegations of abuse in 1970s. In 1992 Archdiocese paid this person $200,000. Placed on leave 6/02. Sued 9/02 by 2nd man who accused him of abuse from 1975-1977. Permanently removed from ministry 10/02. Laicization (at his request) announced in 8/04. | Louisville, KY | Source: Courier-Journal 6.20.02; Courier-Journal 9.20.02; Courier-Journal 9.29.02 (Major Account); Courier-Journal 9.29.02; Courier-Journal 10.13.02; Courier-Journal 10.20.02; Courier-Journal 12.16.02; Courier-Journal 10.21.04; Courier-Journal 11.23.04; Courier-Journal 1.31.10 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Stone | Carl | 1942 | P | Convicted | Montfortian | It was announced in 7/08 that Albany had placed Stone on leave in 1981 after he pleaded guilty in County Court to sodomy charges stemming from an indictment that alleged sex with two teenage brothers in Colonie. Allegations also made when he worked for Ogdensburg Diocese. Went on to work in Canada until 1985 when Bishop Larocque terminated him after new allegations. Larocque knew of earlier allegations when he hired Stone. Died 11/06. | Albany, NY | Source: PressRepublican.com 12.3.06; Cornwall Standard Freeholder 10.3.07; |