Fr. John Anthony Koonz
In 9/2002 three men alleged that Koonz abused them at separate times when they were teens. The Diocesan Misconduct Commission found the claims credible. A man filed a civil suit in 12/2003 alleging that Koonz and Fr. Edward Kennedy sexually abused him as a minor. Three people settled claims against Koonz as part of a $7.5M settlement in 7/2004 between 45 claimants and the Diocese, involving 18 priests. Another suit was filed in 1/2005. Another settlement in 2008. Removed from all ministry. Died 11/27/2013. Included on the Diocese’s list of credibly accused. Another allegation against Koonz was deemed credible in 11/2024.
- Boston Globe 09.16.02
- Springfield Republican 12.26.03
- Springfield Republican 08.17.04
- Springfield Republican 08.17.04
- Springfield Republican 01.07.05
- IObserver (Springfield) 01.07.05
- Press Release by The Office of Stobierski & Stobierski, 12.03.08
- Springfield Diocese List of Priests with Credible Allegations 08.30.11
- Obituary in The Republican 12.04.13
- Diocese of Springfield List updated 06.02.21
- Berkshire Eagle 11.26.24
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