Fr. Charles V. Cross
Not allowed parish ministry after 1985 due to an allegation that he of sexually assaulted a “transient” man. Sent to Servants of the Paraclete in NM for treatment. Worked after 1985 overseeing maintenance at diocesan headquarters, on the Tribunal, and as a diocesan spokesperson. In 1993 a man reported to the Diocese that Cross sexually abused him as a boy during 1960-1964. The man filed a lawsuit in 1995, which was dismissed due to the statute of limitations. Cross allegedly molested at least four teenage boys in the early 1960s. Resided 1986-2002 at Blessed Sacrament Parish. Removed from ministry in 5/2002. Forced to retire in 6/2002 without privileges. Died 4/24/2010. Included on the diocese’s list 12/14/2018.
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