Fr. Thomas R. Burg
Diocese released names in 4/2002 of Burg and 11 other priests who were no longer in active ministry because of allegations in the past of abuse of minors. Accused of molesting at least one young girl during confession. Died 9/18/2002. Included on the diocese’s list in 2019 of those against whom there were substantiated allegations. Included in 10/2022 on the Chicago archdiocese’s list, where he was assigned as an extern priest at some point. Included in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report.
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