Fr. Gerald F. Chalifour
The Diocese knew of at least one instance of sexual misconduct with a minor in 1969. Police were involved in a 1982 investigation after a report that Chalifour attempted to molest a boy in the 1960s. Retired in 1992 (after therapy) but continued to work part-time until 2002. Sued in 5/2002. The Diocese paid three men a total of $85,000 in 2003. At least one claim was included in a 11/2005 settlement involving 28 priests. Per the Diocese’s list 7/31/2019, Chalifour was assigned to a life of prayer and penance. He died 1/16/2020.
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