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| Last | First | Ord | T | Status | D/O | Notes | Diocese | Source/Assignments |
| Abaya | Rubin | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused of abuse of teen girl. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: Milla v. Tamayo, 187 Cal.App.3d 1453 | |
| Abdon | Andrew | B | Settled | Bros Christian School | In separate 1995 lawsuits, 2 brothers and another man claim abuse while in elementary school by Br. Abdon and other Christian Brothers at St. Michael's in Santa Fe and at College of Santa Fe in 1950s. Last of lawsuits settled 10/96. Woman also filed suit in 1995 alleging that she was abused by Abdon at St. Michaels. Believe she later committed suicide. Abdon died in 1977. Stadium at St. Michael's is Brother Abdon Field, even in 2008. | Santa Fe, NM | Source: Sante Fe New Mexican 5.18.95; Albuquerque Journal 5.19.95; Albuquerque Journal 7.1.95; Albuquerque Journal 8.8.95; Santa Fe New Mexican 11.30.95; Santa Fe New Mexican 10.3.96 | |
| Abercrombie | Leonard A. | 1946 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Letter 7/93 to Pope JP II, Stafford, and Mahony, alleged abuse of boy 1953-57 from age 7 and counted several victims. Said Abercrombie admitted abuse to victim's sister in 1992. USAF chaplain 1950-53 in LA. Baker diocese 1962-64 but listed on sick leave. VA chaplain in LA 1972-93. Retired. Died 10/94. Late 1950s abuse alleged to Denver in 2002. CA suit 2003. LA Arch. rpt 2/17/04 noted 2 CA victims in 1970s. 1st CO suit filed 9/20/05. At least 9 men allege abuse. Some suits mediated. Others settled 7/08. | Denver, CO | Source: Murphy Letter to Pope 7.93; LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 3; Denver Post 9.13.05; Denver Post 9.21.05; LA Archdiocesan Report Addendum 11.15.05; Denver Post 12.18.05; Denver Post 2.04.06; Rocky Mountain News 2.14.06; Denver Post 5.06.06; Rocky Mountain News 5.24.06; Rocky Mountain News 6.01.06; Denver Post 11.02.06; Denver Post 11.13.06; Denver Post 1.05.07; Colorado Springs Gazette 2.18.07 Assignments: Rocky Mountain News 9.14.07 (add'l article); Rocky Mountain News 4.12.08 (add'l article); Colorado Springs Gazette 5.25.08 (add'l article); Denver Post 7.2.08 (add'l article); Assignment Record; LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
| Abrams | John | < 1950 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Some time after 2002 Abrams' "victims" reported abuse between 1979-1982 to Diocese but nothing done. No criminal charges filed. Diocese publicly announced 11/07 that Abrams' authority as priest had been permanently removed and matter was being referred to Vatican after review board found allegations credible. He is 83 yrs old. | Brooklyn, NY | Source: memorypharm.com 11.08.07; NY Post 11.14.07; Times Ledger 11.15.07 |
| Abruzzese | Joseph A. | 1990 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Placed on leave in 11/93. Pleaded no contest in 1994 to second-degree sexual assault for grabbing and fondling a 16 yr old boy in a local park. Sentenced to 5 yrs probation and counseling. Shown as Absent on Leave per 1995 - 2002 Official Catholic Directories. He is not listed after 2002. Current status unknown. | Providence, RI | Source: Providence Journal-Bulletin 1.14.94; Providence Journal-Bulletin 7.03.94; Providence Journal 9.24.94 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Acebo | Jeffrey | 1986 | P | Sued | Diocesan | As a newly ordained priest, Acebo confessed to Bishop Cummins in 1986 that he had molested a 16 yr old girl. He wanted to make the relationship public but Bishop refused. He sent Acebo for treatment and reassigned him. Acebo served in four parishes overthe next 15 yrs. Named in civil suit and apology service. | Oakland, CA | Source: San Jose Mercury News 3.31.08; Contra Costa Times 4.1.08; Bay Area News Group 4.1.08 |
| Acheampong | Thomas | P | Accused | Diocesan | In U.S. from Ghana to pursue graduate studies. Helped out at various parishes. Removed 2001. Accused of abuse. Refused to return to Ghana. | Kansas City, KS | Source: Kansas City Star 7.13.02 | |
Acosta | Jorge | B | Sued | Salesian | Joined seminary at age 18 and left religious life in 1983. Named as abuser "Br. Jorges Acosta" in 2005 civil suit by 2 men against Salasian Order and Mary Help of Christians School in Tampa. Admitted in 02/07 deposition to sexual relations with three students in1983 when he was teacher and cleric at school. He told the principal about 2 of the incidents but was never reported to law enforcement. 2nd suit filed by 1 4/07. One settlement announced 7/08. Amount confidential. No criminal charges due to SOL | St. Petersburg, FL | Source: Tampa Tribune 2.24.07; Tampa Tribune 2.25.07; Tampa Tribune 4.14.07; St. Petersburg Times 4.17.07; Tampa Tribune 6.02.07; Tampa Tribune 2.14.08; St. Petersburg Times 5.20.08; Tampa Tribune 5.20.08 | |
| Acres | John H. | 1983 | P | Sued | Jesuit | Sued 2002. Accused of abuse of Students at Boston College High School. He has officially left the Order per 3/02 article. | Boston, MA | Source: Boston Globe 3.8.02; Boston Herald 3.8.02; Boston Globe 3.14.02 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Adams | Alvin J. | 1967 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Removed 3/09 from parish assignment and position as chaplain at Bishop Canevin High School after new allegation that he had sexually abused a minor in late 1960s in his first assignment as parochial vicar at St. Canice in Knoxville. | Pittsburgh, PA | Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 3.5.09; York Daily Record (AP) 3.5.09; KDKA 3.5.09 |
| Adams | Archie H. | 1955 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Adams was named in Feb. 2003 article as one of four priests against whom documented and substantial allegations of serious abuse have been made. He had not been publicly accused in the past. Adams was granted a medical leave and retired status in 1994. Per 2002 Catholic Directory, he was still shown as on sick leave. By Aug 2005 he was "no longer in the priesthood" and diocese did not keep track of him. | Madison, WI | Source: Madison Capital Times 2.19.03; Wisconsin State Journal 8.02.05 |
| Adamsky | Raymond A. | 1958 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Adamsky's name appears on Archdiocese's 4/04 list of priests fully restricted from ministry because of credible allegations of abuse. Adamsky is retired per 2002 Catholic Directory. Case is being sent to the Vatican for review. | Milwaukee, WI | Source: Archdiocese of Milwaukee List 7.9.04; Associated Press 7.9.04; Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 7.10.04 |
Adamson | Thomas | 1958 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Accused of abuse multiple times. At least 12 filed late 1980s-early 1990s.One went to trial with major verdict for Plaintiff 12/90. New civil suit filed 4/06. Adamson abused in Winona Diocese prior to transfer to St Paul-Minneapolis archdiocese. Expertssay he may have abused as many as 100 boys. Total estimated settlements for abuse by Adamson is over $6 million. | Winona, MN | Source: United Press International 2.03.87; United Press International 2.13.87; United Press International 4.14.88; Star Tribune 12.11.88; United Press International 9.20.89; United Press International 11.03.90; United Press International 12.07.90; Chicago Tribune 5.02.91; United Press International 3.24.92; Star Tribune 5.23.92; Star Tribune 4.13.02; Star Tribune 2.28.04; Pioneer Press 4.25.06; La Crosse Tribune 4.27.06; Leader Telegram [WI] 1.29.07 Assignments: My Fox Twin Cities 2.01.07 (add'l article); Leader-Telegram 1.11.08 (add'l article); Winona Daily News 1.12.08 (add'l article); Church Assignment Record; Sexual Abuse Resume |
| Aerts | Daniel C. | 1977 | P | Accused | Diocesan | In 4/02 Aerts admitted to sexual misconduct with teen in 1979 while serving at St. Thomas and Holy Spirit parishes in Grand Rapids. Apparently the victim sent him a letter in 2002 and he forwarded it to Diocese. He resigned from his position. Bishop said there was no prior knowledge of abuse. | Grand Rapids, MI | Source: Associated Press 4.28.02; Grand Rapid Press 4.29.02; Detroit Free Press 4.14.03 |
| Agnes | Sister | N | Benedictine | Woman claims in 1991 or 1992 suit that she was abused by Sister Agnes, a teacher at elementary school in San Antonio. Said she told at least two priests, both Clarentians, during the time of the abuse. She claims she repressed memories until early 1990.Suit was filed within two years of 1990 but lower court dismissed on Defendants' Motion for Summary Judgment. Appeals court affirmed dismissal at 873 S.W.2d 87 (2/94). | San Antonio, TX | Source: 873 S.W.2d 87 | ||
Aguilar-Rivera | Nicolas | 1970 | P | Charged | Diocesan | Ordained Mexico. Visiting priest in LA as of 1987. Warrant issued 1988 for alleged abuse of at least 2. Fled US after warrant issued. LA archdiocese counted 13 accusers. See recap in Dallas Morning News Article. In 9/06, some survivors filed suit in Los Angeles accusing a Cardinal from Mexico of covering up Aguilar's past and helping get him transferred to US before he abused them. New civil suit filed by 1 6/09. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Times 6.20.88; LA Times 8.18.02; LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 3; Dallas Morning News 6.22.04 (Major Account); LA Times 4.30.04; Dallas Morning News 6.22.04; SF Chronicle 9.19.06; Press-Enterprise (AP) 9.19.06; Monsters and Critics 9.20.06; CBS 2 9.19.06; SignOnSanDiego 9.20.06; NY Times 9.20.06; Charlotte observer (AP) 9.20.06; Mendez v. Mahony et al, 2006 civil suit; NY Times 10.21.06 Assignments: McClatchy Newspapers 5.16.07 (add'l article); International Herald Tribune 8.8.07 (add'l article); LA Times 6.19.09 (add'l article); Documents relevant to the Aguilar Case; LA Times Database 4.20.06; LA Archdiocesan Report Addendum 11.15.05 |
| Agustin | Honesto | P | Accused | Diocesan | Placed on leave 6/06 after accusation of improper conduct with a minor. No other details known. No criminal charges to be filed. Investigation dropped prior to 8/07 after "police investigation cleared him of any criminal wrongdoing." | Reno, NV | Source: Reno Gazette 6.25.06; KRNV 6.29.06; Gazette-Journal 7.1.06; Reno Gazette-Journal 8.19.07 | |
| Ahearn | Thomas Kieran | 1964 | P | Convicted | Franciscan | Ahearn arrested Jan. 1993 and charged with molesting 14 yr old youth he picked up while on a skiing vacation. He was found guilty of contributing to the delinquency of a minor and sentenced to 2 yrs probation. Youth also filed a civil suit in 1995. Personnel produced to Court in 1999. Ahearn died in Dec. 1997. | Bridgeport, CT | Source: Associated Press 1.21.93; Boston Globe 1.22.93; Hartford Courant 3.11.93; Hartford Courant 3.28.93; Hartford Courant 3.08.94; Boston Globe 3.10.94; Danbury News-Times 12.19.97; Connecticut Post 11.13.02 Assignments: Assignment Record Compiled by Law Firm |
Ahern | Richard J. | 1954 | P | Accused | Stigmatine | 1st accusation surfaced in 1984 and Ahern never assigned to public ministry after that. He died in 2001. Beginning in 2002, he was named as abuser in several suits alleging abuse in 1970s. His personnel file included 1993 complaint that he had abused a13 yr old boy in 1960s and also a complaint that he had molested an altar boy between 1959-1961 in Virginia when he was a pastor there.. | Springfield, MA | Source: Boston Globe 8.10.02; Boston Herald 12.12.02; Boston Globe 12.12.02; 8.18.93 Letter re allegations of abuse by Ahern and others; Description of 1959-61 Abuse; Restricted from Springfield MA & Difficulties in Lynn Assignments: Stigmatine Biography; Boston Faculties Record; Letter Documenting Ahern's Work with Shanley |
Ahumada | Arturo | D | Convicted | Diocesan | Deacon. Convicted 2002. Sexual battery of 1 boy and providing pornographic material to 2 boys. Sentenced 1 ys in jail. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Times 8.18.02; LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 6 | |
| Akuzie | Bennet | P | Arrested | Diocesan | Nigerian priest. Arrested 4/1/96 on charges that he sexually groped a 16-year-old girl, exposed himself to her, and requested sexual acts from her. | Brooklyn, NY | Source: NY Times 4.4.96 | |
| Albeke (Albecke) | Henry A. | 1973 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Claims against Albeke were settled by Diocese as part of massive settlement 10/03. Diocese paid $21M to 40 people who claim that they were abused by 16 priests, including Albeke. Albeke is only priest on the list whose name had not previouslybeen made public. He was placed on leave 8/02 after a man reported he had been abused by the priest in 1978 at St. Jude Church in Monroe. Name is also spelled Albecke. | Bridgeport, CT | Source: Connecticut Post 10.16.03; Connecticut Post 10.17.03; Associated Press 10.17.03 Assignments: Assignment Record Compiled by Law Firm |
| Albino | John C. | 1990 | P | Settled | Carmelite | Reportedly offered 16 yr old boy money for sex and verbally attacked him. Suit filed 2000 and settled by 2002. Has been "removed from ministry." | New York, NY | Source: USA Today 11.11.02; Staten Island Advance 6.22.06 |
Albrecht | G.R. Keith | 1977 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Removed from duty 1993. Accused of abuse. He was kicked out of Franciscan Order in early 1970s prior to taking vows but ordained in Cincinnati in 1977. Civil suit filed 2004. Laicized by Vatican as of 10/05. 2004 suit alleging abuse from 1977-1981 dismissed after Ohio Supreme Court. | Cincinnati, OH | Source: Dayton Daily News 6.27.02; Archdiocese of Cincinnati Press Release 10.12.05; Dayton Daily News 10.13.05; Dayton Daily News 6.23.06 |
| Alexander | Joseph J. | 1973 | B | Accused | Benedictine | Lafayette, LA Diocese placed Alexander on leave 4/02 after allegations that he abused a youth in the early 1960s prior to ordination. At the time of the alleged abuse, Alexander was a Benedictine monk in Uniontown, KY and the boy was a student at a nearby seminary. Alexander "acknowledged his involvement" in the incident. Alexander joined the Benedictine order in 1955. He became a priest in Lafayette in 1973. | Owensboro, KY | Source: Associated Press 4.15.02; Daily Advertiser 4.16.02; Advocate 4.16.02; Associated Press 4.17.02; Daily Advertiser 5.10.02 Assignments: Associated Press 4.16.02 |
| Alexis-du-Sacre-Coeur | Sister | N | Accused | Sisters of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary | Accused in 2005 report of sexually abusing an 8- or 9-year-old boy in 1948 or 1949 by having him sit under her desk as a punishment. She would allegedly "put her dress over the child's head ... and she made him push his hands into her genitals." Many students were punished this way. Parents reported the incidents to the school at the time. | Portland, ME | Source: Maine AG Document Production 7.8.05 (see PDF p. 6) | |
| Allen | John G. | 1970 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Resigned 2002 after confronted with credible accusations that he abused a minor in approx. 1979. Other allegations made re his behavior in 1985 and claims of homosexual relationships with several young men who would come to visit him from the local college. Laicization announced in June, 2006. | Harrisburg, PA | Source: Associated Press 4.14.02; Intelligencer Journal 4.16.02; CruxNews.com 7.23.04; Patriot News 8.25.05; Concerned Catholics Courier 8.05; Concerned Catholics Courier 8.05; Patriot News 6.30.06; Patriot News 7.22.07 |
| Allen | Michael E. | 1971 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused by survivor in 1993 letter to Bishop Gettelfinger of sexually abusing the boy at age 16 in 1976; Allen admitted the abuse in 1994, was sent for treatment, and was then returned to ministry. Removed again after survivor came forward on 5/5/02. Hewas army chaplain from 1972-1993. In 2004 he was working in a civilian commissary in Kuwait, on contract with the U.S. Military. He was seen saying mass but Arch Mil Services said no privileges. | Evansville, IN | Source: Evansville Courier & Press 5.05.02; Courier & Press 5.05.02 (2nd); Courier & Press 5.06.02; Courier & Press 5.06.02 (2nd); Courier & Press 5.07.02; Courier & Press 5.07.02 (2nd); Courier & Press 6.08.02; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; Courier & Press 6.15.02; Courier & Press 7.02.02; Courier & Press 11.14.02; Courier & Press 12.19.03; Courier & Press 3.21.04 |
| Allen | Peter A. | 1971 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Placed on leave from Our Lady of Good Counsel Church in 12/06 after prosecutors told diocese of credible allegation of abuse by one person. Investigation is continuing. In 2003, Allen is mentioned in a civil suit filed against Fr. Eugene Vollmer and Diocese. Suit says he knew or should have known of abuse of 4 boys by Vollmer at rectory of St. Joseph's parish in Ronkonkoma | Rockville Centre, NY | Source: Compasso v. Vollmer et al, Supreme Court, State of NY, County of Nassau; Newsday 12.19.06 |
Allen | Richard J. | 1970 | P | Accused | Diocesan | In 2002 man notified diocese of accusations of abuse by Allen when the man was 12-13 yrs old. Went on for 2 years. Allen resigned from position and privileges suspended by Bishop 4/02. Diocese denied any prior knowledge. No criminal charges were filed.In 5/02 Diocese acknowledged that Allen's file did not raise any red flags during the Diocese's review of files of 240 active priests. | St. Petersburg, FL | Source: St. Petersburg TImes 4.27.02; St. Petersburg Times 4.29.02; Diocese of Venice Press Release 5.09.02; St. Petersburg Times 5.15.02; Tampa Tribune 5.24.02; St. Petersburg Times 3.22.03; Letter by Bishop Lynch, 12.11.03 |
Allgaier | Robert | 1998 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Archbishop knew of allegation of child pornography in 2001 but reassigned him to middle school after evaluation. Only removed in 2002 just prior to charges being filed. Pleaded guilty to attempted possession of child pornograph for using computers to view internet photos of children involved in sex acts. Sentenced to 2 years probation. Finally left priesthood in 2005. | Omaha, NE | Source: Omaha World Herald 3.01.02; Omaha World Herald 3.05.02; Omaha World Herald 3.12.02; Omaha World Herald 3.19.02; Omaha World Herald 3.25.02; Omaha World Herald 3.28.02; Omaha World Herald 5.17.02; Omaha World Herald 6.10.02; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; Omaha World Herald 6.18.02; Omaha World Herald 8.16.02; Associated Press 1.30.04; Omaha World Herald 5.10.05 |
| Allison | William C. | ? | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused of abuse. In 2005 Diocese reported that allegation was credible. He is deceased. Not found in 1989 OCD. | Gallup, NM | Source: Gallup Independent 8.3.05 |
| Alonso (Alonzo) | Jose | 1968 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Convicted 1988 and received 5-year sentence for sexual abuse of 2 boys. Died 2002 shortly after release from prison. Named in at least 3 civil suits. At least 1 case included in settlement with diocese in 2005. One article spells last name Alonzo. | Paterson, NJ | Source: Bishop Rodimer Deposition 8.14.89; The Record 4.14.02; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; Denver Post 6.13.04; Herald News 11.4.04; Daily Record 2.16.05; Herald News 2.16.05; NorthJersey.com 5.5.05; Star Ledger 7.23.06; Herald News 7.23.06; The Record 4.27.08 |
| Alvarez | Curtiss | 1976 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Alvarez is one of four priests named in Feb. 2003 article as having documented and substantial allegations of sexual abuse raised against them. Article says Alvarez was removed from ministry in 1985. As of 2005, he was "no longer in the priesthood" andDiocese did not keep track of him. | Madison, WI | Source: Capital Times 2.19.03; Wisconsin State Journal 2.19.03; Wisconsin State Journal 8.02.05 |
| Alvesteffer | Eugene F. | 1965 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Alvesteffer's name appeared on list of priests from Grand Rapids Diocese in May, 2002. There apparently was single allegation while Alvesteffer was servingin Ludington in 1970s. Per the 1988 Catholic Directory he was "on special assignment". | Grand Rapids, MI | Source: Grand Rapids Press 5.17.02 |
| Alzugaray | Joseph F. | 1967 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Sued 2004. Accused of abuse of girl, age 8. He sued her for defamation of character (also sued SNAP and woman's attorney) but his suit dismissed 4/06. Officially incardinated into Diocese of Santa Rosa in 1996. Apparently still active as of 5/06. Diocese said he was absolved of wrongdoing in 1995 and again in 2005. SNAP sued him for malicious prosecution and settled. Diocese reopened the investigatin 2/08. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: Napa Valley Register 12.26.03; LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 3; Napa Valley Register 4.10.06; LA Times 9.19.06; The Wanderer 2.06.04; NapaNews.com 9.23.04; LA Times 9.21.04; Press Democrat 3.21.04; NBC4 5.21.04; Register 3.14.05; Pasadena Weekly 6.15.06; Napa Valley Register 9.23.06; City News Service 4.15.08; Press Democrat 9.16.08 Assignments: LA Archdiocesan Report Addendum 11.15.05; LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
Amsden | Thomas J. | 1968 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Resigned from ministry in 1995 to get married and start a family. Sued 2004. by one man who accused Amsden and another priest of abusing him in 1970s. Cleared by Review Board 3/06. | Indianapolis, IN | Source: Indianapolis Star 7.27.04; Associated Press 7.27.04; Indianapolis Star 3.07.06; Pravda 3.08.06; South Bend Tribune 3.08.06 |
Andersen | Andrew Christian | 1982 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Convicted 1986 of 26 counts of felony molestation of 4 boys. Sentenced to 5 yrs probation after treatment at Servants of Paracletes. Continued to molest boys while in therapy. Arrested in New Mexico in 1990 for abuse of another youth. Sentenced to 6 yrs prison for violating Calif. probation. Laicized in mid-1990s. Current whereabouts unnknow. Prior to 2005 there has been $4.62 mil in settlements regarding Andersen. | Orange, CA | Source: LA Times 4.26.86; LA Times 9.30.86; LA Times 11.25.86; OC Register 1.04.87; San Jose Mercury News 12.31.87 (Major Accounts); San Jose Mercury News 12.31.87; OC Register 5.03.90; OC Register 7.19.90; LA Times 1.11.04; OC Weekly 2.05.04; OC Weekly 4.12.04; OC Register 5.17.05; NY Times 5.19.05; LA Times 5.25.05; OC Weekly 5.27.05 Assignments: California Catholic Daily 10.12.07 (add'l article); Orange Diocesan Personal Record; Directory Listings Compiled by Arellano of OC Weekly |
Anderson | Alexander R. | 1975 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Accused in 2002 of abusing a boy in 1987. Denied and filed slander suit against man making claim. Man then sued him. Matter settled in 2004 but another plaintiff came forward in 2004 to allege abuse in 1988. Anderson still active priest as of 11/03. Archdiocese never believed allegations were true. | St. Louis, MO | Source: Associated Press 8.26.04; St. Louis Post-Dispatch 8.26.04; Catholic News Service (St. Louis) 4.08.04; Press Democrat 3.22.04; St. Louis Post Dispatch 9.07.04; St. Louis Post Dispatch 1.17.04; Voice from the Desert 8.18.08 |
| Anderson | John C. | 1959 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Anderson was one of 8 priests who were removed from duties in April, 2002. Original allegations surfaced in 1993 and he was removed from parish post. Continued to work in administrative positions "on special assignment" until 2002. | Peoria, IL | Source: Diocesan Press Release 5.30.02; Copeland News Services 5.30.02; Chicago Tribune 5.31.02; Pantagraph 5.31.02; Chicago Tribune 6.2.02; Catholic Post 6.9.02; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02 Assignments: Copely News Service 5.30.02 |
| Anderson | Roger | P | Accused | Capuchins | Accused of abuse from 1981-1983 at Old Mission Santa Ines. LA archdiocese counts 2 accusers. Named in at least 1 civil suit. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 4; John Roe 4 vs. Does, Cause No. 1156450, Superior Court of California Assignments: LA Times Database 4.20.06 | |
Andert | Thomas | 1975 | P | Accused | Benedictine | Andert, appointed prior of St. John Abbey in 6/07, was investigated in 1994 for improper sexual relationship with a minor student at St. John Prep. Abbey spokesman denied that credible charges were found but Richard Sipe, chair of Interfaith Sexual Trauma Institute at St. John's in 1994, said that the investigation did not go enough and that the inappropriate relationship.did occur. | St. Cloud, MN | Source: 1994 letters from Andert to Student; Behind the Pine Curtain: St John's Troubled Abbey 9.30.07; Statement from St. John's Abbey 10.26.07; St. Cloud Times 10.27.07; The Record 11.2.07; A.W. Richard Sipe Article 11.4.07; St. Cloud Times 11.7.07 |
| Andre | Sister | N | Accused | Dominican Sisters of the Third Order of St. Dominic | In a 1967 meeting between parents and mother superior of order, accused of sexually abusing a girl beginning in 1965 at age 12. Letters turned over by the Dominicans reportedly confirmed the accusation. Church paid for counseling; in 1989 the victim committed suicide. Sr. Andre had worked in 2 other dioceses before Newark and was transferred to CT in 1967. | Newark, NJ | Source: Times of Acadiana 8.07.02 | |
| Andries | John Wesley | 1996 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Accused of sexual contact with 16 yr old boy at the home of boy's family in 4/01. He pleaded innocent 5/02. Had been suspended from priesthood after a sexual misconduct allegation (fondling) earlier in his career in 1998. Pleaded guilty 5/03 to chargeof sexual battery in plea bargain. Sentenced to 5 years in prison with all but two years suspended. Suit filed 1/03. | Alexandria, LA | Source: Associated Press 4.17.02; Advocate 4.19.02; Daily Town Talk 4.20.02; Daily Advertiser 5.10.02; Daily Advertiser 5.23.02; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; Daily Town Talk 1.16.03; Lafayette Daily Advertiser 5.3.03; Daily Town Talk 5.3.03; Advocate 5.21.03; Daily Town Talk 11.21.03; Daily Town Talk 2.12.04 |
| Anthony | Abraham | P | Accused | Diocesan | Anthony, also known as Anthony Abraham, was charged 4/00 with gross sexual imposition, sexual assault, and disorderly conduct for allegedly having sexual contact with two boys and harassing a third. He left the country before he could be questioned. He worked as parish priest in Austrial for a time and then returned to India for more parish work. By 1/04, the DA had decided not to pursue the charges. | Fargo, ND | Source: Associated Press 2.20.02; Associated Press 3.12.02; Grand Forks Herald 3.23.02; FargoDiocese.org 3.22.03; Bismark Tribune 9.13.03; Associated Press 1.20.04; Dallas Morning News 12.5.04; Dallas Morning News 3.16.05 | |
| Anthony | Sister Joseph | N | Sued | Sisters of Charity of Nazareth | Named in 7/04 suit by one woman alleging abuse by Msgr. Herman J. Lammers and 5 nuns at St. Thomas-St. Vincent Orphanage or at local schools. Woman alleges that one of her abusers was Sister Joseph Anthony at the orphanage. Order has confirmed that nun by this name worked at the orphanage in the late 1950s and early 1960s. Sister Joseph Anthony left the order in 1972. | Louisville, KY | Source: Courier-Journal 7.26.04; WKYT 7.27.04 | |
| Antonucci | Antonio | B | Acquitted | Benedictine | Antonucci ran a street ministry for young children. Charged in 1993 with fondling a 15 yr old youth. Acquitted by Court 5/96. | Worcester, MA | Source: Worcester Telegram and Gazette 5.23.93; Worcester Magazine 9.24.97 | |
Appleby | Gerald Russell | 1966 | P | Convicted | Missionaries of the Holy Family | In 1994 young man accused Appleby of molestation over two year period. Civil suit filed in 1996; later dropped. Appleby left St. Petersburg in 1979; diocese admits no knowledge of complaints until 1994. Order paid the accuser $4,800 for therapy in 1995.Appleby had been placed on leave by Order in 1990 or 1991 and laicized in 1995. Arrested in Texas on FL abuse charges 3/03. Pleaded guilty 2004; sentenced to 12 yrs prison & another 20 yrs probation. | St. Petersburg, FL | Source: St. Petersburg Times 5.24.02; Tampa Tribune 5.24.02; St. Petersburg Times 12.1.02; Tampa Tribune 3.28.03; Letter by Bishop Lynch 12.11.03; Bradenton Herald (AP) 5.05.04 |
| Apt | E. Everett | < 1950 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Man filed civil suit 8/04 alleging abuse by Apt in early 1960s when plaintiff was an altar boy at parish in Alvord Iowa. Suit alleged that diocese knew Apt had sexual contact with children as early as 1950 but concealed his actions and transferred him to new parish whenever facts might become public.. Suit settled 3/05 for undisclosed amount. Apt was on sick leave per 1970 Catholic Directory and retired per 1980 listing. Died 1985. | Sioux City, IA | Source: Sioux City Journal 8.17.04; Argus Leader 8.21.04; Sioux City Journal 3.31.05 |
| Arakal | Francis | P | Sued | Carmelite | Arakal was born in India and came to U.S. in 1998. Placed on leave 4/02 but reinstated 7/02. Woman filed civil suit 9/02 which alleged Arakal had acted inappropriately and had touched her 13 yr old daughter on her breasts in a sexual manner in 2001. Also accused of touching the breasts and pelvic area of a younger daughter. One girl told another priest who told Arakal and both men confronted the girl. Jury cleared Arakal of sexual battery but awarded family $20,000 for way the 2 priests responded. | Stockton, CA | Source: Record 1.30.05; Record 2.8.05; Modesto Bee 3.10.05; Modesto Bee 3.24.05; Modesto Bee 3.27.05; India Abroad 4.15.05 | |
| Aranda | Sofronio A. (Pon) | 1963 | P | Diocesan | Diocesan | In 2004 Diocese named him as one of six priests accused of the sexual abuse of minors. Allegations against all six were received during 2003 and deemed credible by Diocese. Per March 1996 obituary, he was born in the Philippines; came to the states in1975. Worked in Corona for 5 years and moved to Texas in 1992 or 1993. In Texas he served the Diocese of Galveston-Houston. Chaplain at county Hospital. Subject of $1.55 mil settlement in 2005. Died 3/1996. | Orange, CA | Source: Press Enterprise 3.26.96; OC Weekly 7.09.04; OC Weekly 3.04.05; OC Register 5.17.05 Assignments: Orange Diocesan Personal Record; Directory Listings Compiled by Arellano of OC Weekly |
| Arandia | Arnulfo | 1980 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Arandia, a priest with Guayaquil, Ecuador diocese, is accused of abusing youth, age 15, in Miami in 1988. He moved to Jackson MS diocese in 2000 but was suspended in 6/02 when charges surfaced. Believed to have fled back to Ecuador. Accuser says he told a deacon about the abuse in 1988; Arandia immediately transferred. Later transferred to Mississippi. Same man also accuses Fr. Castellanos of abuse. Prosecutors decided in Jan. 2004 not to file criminal charges because statute has run. | Miami, FL | Source: Diocese of Jackson Statement 6.10.02; Miami Herald 6.07.02; Associated Press 6.11.02; Miami Herald 1.22.04 |
| Arata | Henri | 1960 | P | Sued | Diocesan | In Dec. 2003 one man filed suit alleging that Arata sexually molested him from 1967 through 1970 at Immaculate Conception Parish. Arata was assigned to Immaculate Conception from 1969 until 1975 and also worked at a local grade school and high school as a counselor from 1964 until 1975. Arata retired "for health reasons" in 1982 and died the same year. | Portland, OR | Source: Press Release by Archdiocese of Portland 12.03.03; Statesman Journal 12.04.03; The Oregonian 12.04.03; Table: The Oregonian 11.12.06 |
| Arbogast | Paul M. | < 1960 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Removed 9/03 from duties as teacher at Covington Latin School after accusations of abuse. He had been headmaster of school until he left priesthood in 1980s to marry. He was identified as "Priest 32" in pending litigation. in pleadings in other pendinglitigation against the Covington and Lexington Dioceses. Pleadings say he was part of a ring of priests in 1970s who held parties to which they brought boys as their dates. Sent for treatment in 1970s and disappeared until he came back as teacher. | Covington, KY | Source: Cincinnati Enquirer 9.21.03; Kentucky Post 9.24.03; Cincinnati Enquirer 9.27.03 |
| Arceneaux | Jules M. | 1990 | P | Diocesan | Accused | Placed on leave 7/04 after FBI seized church computer holding possible child pornography. Juvenile said he had downloaded the images; US Atty's office said he hadn't. US Atty's office closed investigation 4/05 without filing charges against priest, saying it did not have sufficient evidence to meet "prosecutable standard," i.e., could not prove those in pictures were minors. Diocese then resumed its investigation; Arceneaux remained on leave. He is still on leave 2/14/07 per diocesan website. | Lafayette, LA | Source: Associated Press 7.19.04; Lafayette Daily Advertiser (AP) 7.20.04; Opelousas Daily World 7.22.04; KATC3, 7.22.04; Lafayette Daily Advertiser 7.23.04; Louisiana Gannett News 8.19.04; KLFY, Channel 10 4.07.05; Daily World 4.08.05 |
| Archuleta | Marvin | 1970 | P | Settled | Sons of the Holy Family | Accused in 1994 suit of sexually abusing a 14-year-old boy daily during a 1971 car trip from NM to DC. Suit was settled in 12/95 by order and archdiocese; terms confidential. Archuleta does 'not deny the fundamental allegations' but says the plaintiff exaggerated. Archdiocese removed Archuleta from ministry, but he was found working as a priest in Mexico City in 2002. | Santa Fe, NM | Source: Santa Fe New Mexican 1.11.96; Palm Beach Post 6.28.98; ABC 4.3.02 |
Ares | Brion T. | 1987 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Charged in late 1993 with raping a 20 year old man who came to him for counseling. Acquitted 10/94 on a rape charge and a mistrial was declared re a charge of indecent assault. Defense claimed that the alleged victim had consented to oral sex after night of drinking at rectory. Prosecutors said victim was too drunk to consent. Deceased. Name included on Boston's list of accused priests in 2002. | Worcester, MA | Source: Telegram and Gazette 10.28.94; Worcester Magazine 9.24.97; Worcester Telegram and Gazette 12.18.02; Worcester Telegram and Gazette 8.28.03 |
| Argencourt | Roger | B | Accused | Bro.of Sacred Heart | Placed on leave 1/02 and sued 4/02 re abuse in 1973-1974 at Bishop Guertin H.S. He admitted abuse in court records. Also admitted abuse of another student. Second suit filed at a later date. One case settled 11/03. Authorities in Rhode Island were preparing to file charges re abuse at Mount Saint Charles Academy when Argencourt died in 9/02. Several other abusers at Bishop Guerin. | Manchester, NH | Source: Associated Press 3.27.02; Associated Press 3.28.02; Union Leader 3.29.02; Associated Press 4.24.02; Union Leader 4.25.02; Associated Press 9.25.02; Providence Journal Bulletin 9.25.02; Associated Press 10.1.02; Providence Journal Bulletin 10.7.02; Associated Press 2.12.03; Manchester Report by NH Atty General 3.3.03; Documents from Manchester Report by NH Atty General 3.3.03; Manchester Union Leader 3.4.03; Union Leader 4.2.03; Lowell Sun 9.3.03 Assignments: Associated Press 11.19.03 (add'l article) | |
| Arias | Andreas | < 1936 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Civil suit alleges abuse in 1936 in Lompoc. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Times Database 4.20.06 Assignments: LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
Arimond | James L. | 1965 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Placed on leave 1/90 when allegations of abuse of boy in 1998 surfaced; privileges suspended 7/90 when charges filed. Pleaded no contest 7/90. In 10/90 Arimond was sentenced to 18 mo. probation and 45 days in House of Corrections under work-release program. Laicized. In 1995 he began working as state-licensed professional counselor until State ordered him to surrender his license 7/03. | Milwaukee, WI | Source: Chicago Tribune 7.25.90; Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 4.17.02; Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 7.9.03; Archdiocese of Milwaukee List 7.9.04; Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 7.10.04; Archdiocese of Milwaukee website (updated 11.26.07) |
Arko | Richard A. | 1990 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Arrested in Jan. 2004 on charges that he was growing marijuana in the church rectory and selling it. Police learned of the marijuana from an informant who also said he had been in a sexual relationship with Arko since he was 15 and that the priest would give him gifts, money and drugs in exchange for sex. In July 2004 Arko also lost his state licence to perform massage therapy, based on the felony conviction for growing pot. | Cleveland, OH | Source: Akron Beacon Journal 1.23.04; Cleveland Plain Dealer 1.23.04; Akron Beacon Journal 1.26.04; Akron Beacon Journal 2.05.04; Akron Beacon Journal 2.11.04; Cleveland Plain Dealer 4.07.04; Akron Beacon Journal 8.13.04; Seattle Post-Intelligencer 10.30.04 |
| Armstrong | Peter G. | 1954 | P | Accused | Diocesan | At some point between 1992 and 2002. a teenage Marin County boy accused Monsignor Peter Armstrong, former chaplain of the San Francisco 49ers, of having improper contact with him. Armstrong had already retired at the time the complaint was received. | San Francisco, CA | Source: San Francisco Chronicle 8.29.02; San Francisco Weekly 5.21.03 |
| Arnoue | Peter Claver | P | Accused | Diocesan | Arnoue, a priest of the Owere Nigeria Diocese working in Madison Diocese, was placed on leave in December 2002 by Bishop Bullock Story on 2/19/03 says he was accused of improper advances against a young woman. No other information found. Arnoue was not considered a priest of the diocese. | Madison, WI | Source: Capital Times 12.17.02; Capital Times 12.31.02; Wisconsin State Journal 12.31.02; Wisconsin State Journal 2.19.03 | |
| Arthur | Sister | N | Sued | Sisters of Charity of Nazareth | One woman filed suit 2004 alleging abuse by Msgr. Herman J. Lammers and 5 nuns at St. Thomas-St. Vincent Orphanage or at local schools. Woman alleges that one of her abusers was Sister Arthur at Holy Spirit School. Order says that it did not have members working at Holy Spirit School. | Louisville, KY | Source: Courier Journal 7.26.04; WKYT 7.27.04 | |
Arzube | Juan (Bp.) | 1954 | P | Sued | Diocesan | In 2003 allegations arose re abuse of an 11 yr old boy between 1975-1976 when he was pastor at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church in East Los Angeles. LA archdiocese listed only 1 accuser. Arzube retired 1993. Named in civil suit which was included in massive $660 mil settlement with Archdiocese in summer, 2007. Died 12/25/07. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 1; Tidings 1.11.08; LA Times 1.12.08; BA.org list of U.S. Bishops Accused of Abuse 4.14.08 Assignments: LA Archdiocesan Report Addendum 11.15.05; LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
Ashwell | G. Barry | 1969 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Sued 2001. Accused of sexual abuse in 1970s at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Vancouvers. Placed on leave. Similar accusations of abuse in the 1970s had been made in 1996 when Ashwell was serving at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Oak Harbor. He was astate-licensed foster father and one of his charges accused him of abuse. The man settled with Archdiocese in 1996. 3 other men filed suit July, 2005. Laicized. | Seattle, WA | Source: Seattle Times 4.12.02; Seattle Times 4.14.02; Seattle Times 4.21.02; Seattle Post Intelligencer 4.24.03; Seattle Post Intelligencer 8.19.04; Seattle Post Intelligencer 8.19.04 (2nd); Seattle Post intelligencer 8.19.04 (3rd); Seattle Post Intelligencer 8.19.04 (4th); Seattle Post Intelligencer 7.28.05; Seattle Post Intelligencer 1.06.05; Seattle Times 1.22.05; Seattle Times 11.15.05; Seattle Post-Intelligencer 11.16.05; Seattle Times 2.21.06 |
| Aten | Michael J. | 1977 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Graduated from Holy Trinity Seminary in Dallas. Worked in AZ for many years. Named as abuser by Diocese 5.93. Events occurred in approx. 1988. Sent for treatment. Removed from ministry 5/91. Died in 2001. 2005 article cites more than 1 credible allegation against him. | Gallup, NM | Source: Gallup (NM) Independent 5.20.03; Arizona Republic 8.14.03; Gallup Independent 8.3.05 |
| Atherton | Gregory | B | Sued | Servite | Sued 1993. Accused of abuse of 3 boys.. LA archdiocese counts 5 accusers alleging abuse between 1967-1986. Also abused in Orange Diocese. 2 suits filed there 1/03. Orange made 2005 settlement for $4,169,325 but did not include him in list of abusive priests. Per 2002 article, he is still part of Order and works at the National Sanctuary of Our Sorrowful Mother in Portland, Ore. under close supervision. | Orange, CA | Source: LA Times 4.22.93; OC Register 4.23.93; OC Register 6.03.97; OC Register 5.05.02; LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 (article); LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 7; OC Weekly 3.04.05; OC Register 5.17.05 Assignments: Directory Listings Compiled by Arellano of OC Weekly; LA Times Database 4.20.06 | |
Atwater | John T. | 1963 | P | Accused | Diocesan | In 2002 it was revealed that in 1993 a student accused Atwater of abuse while he was director of Cardinal Cushing Academy in Scituate, MA in 1971 when boy was 14. Atwater denied allegations. Sent for therapy which said he "had no sexual conflicts." In 2/02 another man alleged he was abused by Atwater at same school some time after 1967. In 9/04 one man says he was abused by Atwater, then director of Cushing Hall Academy, at age 12 (approx. 1969) . Died 2006. | Boston, MA | Source: Boston Globe 9.13.02; Boston Globe 3.5.03; Patriot Ledger 10.20.08 Assignments: Boston Archdiocesan Assignment Record |
Aube | Paul L. | 1970 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Police found Aube & boy in car having sex in 1975, Suit filed 4/02 accused him of abusing one youth from 1979-1986 in Rochester, NH. 5/02 suit alleged he abused 13 yr old boy between 1970 and 1972. Placed on leave in 1994. One claim settled for 25K. At least 1 claim included in 11/02 $5M settlement involving 62 victims and 28 priests. Laicized by Pope Benedict XVI 5/20/05. | Manchester, NH | Source: Union Leader 2.16.02; Associated Press 5.15.02; Union Leader 5.16.02; Union Leader 11.27.02; Boston Globe (AP) 2.16.03; Union Leader 2.19.03; Manchester Report by NH Atty General 3.3.03; Union Leader 3.4.03; Union Leader 3.4.03; Union Leader 3.4.03; Concord Monitor 8.13.05 Assignments: Manchester Diocesan File Summary; BA.org Assignment Record with Links to Articles and Documents |
Aubut | Charles E. | 1941 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused of abuse on unspecified date and location per diocesan records. He was also supervisor of Paul Desilets just before Desilets was transferred to Canada after parents complained to Aubut. Aubut was sued in at least one lawsuit because he was Desilets' immediate supervisor. Died 4/19/02 | Boston, MA | Source: Boston Globe 1.31.03; Documents released by Boston Archdiocese; Boston Herald 1.31.03. Assignments: Boston Archdiocesan Assignment Record |
| Audibert | John L. | 1967 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused in 1993 of abuse of a minor between 1974-1976. Received treatment and evaluation by review board before being returned to active ministry. He told his parishioners about the claims. Removed from active ministry without privileges in 2002. Permanently removed from ministry by Vatican 3/06 and ordered to lead a life of prayer and penance. | Portland, ME | Source: Associated Press 2.10.02; Portland Press Herald 2.12.02; Portland Press Herald 2.17.02; Portland Press Herald 3.10.02; Portland Press Herald 3.11.02; Boston.com (AP) 2.28.06; Portland Press Herald 3.1.06; Portland Press Herald 3.1.06; Courier Gazette 3.02.06; Bangor Daily News 1.29.07 |
| Aurelio | John R. | 1966 | P | Accused | Diocesan | In 1993 Aurelio admitted to sodomizing 3 boys, 12-14, 15-20 yrs previously. Acted with another priest, Fr. Bernard M. Mach. Both suspended. Claimed boys seduced him. Admitted to drinking alcohol and smoking pot with young boys. Also accused of abuse of another youth. As of 2002, Aurelio was living in Florida and no longer functioned as a priest. | Buffalo, NY | Source: Buffalo News 12.21.93; Buffalo News 12.22.93; Statement by Bishop Head in Buffalo News 12.22.93; Buffalo News 12.22.93; Buffalo News 12.23.93; Buffalo News 12.27.93; Buffalo News 12.29.93; Buffalo News 12.30.93; Buffalo News 4.02.02 |
Authenrieth | William | < 1970 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Had relations w/ youth about 18 in Diocese of Brooklyn in 1973 before transferring to Orlando after youth threatened to reveal. Named in Brooklyn civil suit 2003. At least 4 civil suits filed 1985 against Authenrieth and Orlando Diocese. Suits settled out of court and at least $2 million paid to three youths and a fourth settled for $490,000. Authenrieth admitted molesting youths but was never prosecuted. | Brooklyn, NY | Source: United Press International 11.28.85; Associated Press 11.07.86; St. Petersburg Times 3.18.87; St. Petersburg Times 5.06.87; San Jose Mercury News 12.31.87; Orlando Sentinel 9.17.95; Ledger 4.08.02; Newsday 10.16.02; USA Today 11.11.02; Newsday 7.12.05 |
| Authier | Charles | 1950 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Named as abuser of one youth at Saint Charles Church & school in Dover in civil suit involving accusations by 16 people against 7 priests. Entire case settled in 10/02. Died in 1980. | Manchester, NH | Source: Union Leader 10.12.02 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Avant | James | P | Accused | Capuchin | In 1993 woman alleged that Avant abused her child in early 1970s. Allegations reported to Capuchins. Avant had left Capuchins in 1990. Avant served at Morgan State Univ. starting in 1972, at St. Martin (Baltimore) from 1972-1978 and at Charles Lwanga Center from 1979-1984. | Baltimore, MD | Source: Baltimore Sun 9.26.02 | |
Avery | Edward V. | 1970 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused of abuse of 16 yr old boy in 1978. Avery denies abuse; says he never learned of allegations until 1992. Placed on leave in 1993 and then reassigned after about 6 months as hospital chaplain. Placed on leave again in 2003. Laicization announced March 2006. | Philadelphia, PA | Source: Philadelphia Inquirer 12.18.03; Philadelphia Inquirer 12.19.03; Philadelphia Daily News 12.19.03; Philly Grand Jury Abuse-Response Summary; Philadelphia Inquirer 4.07.06; Duluth News Tribune 4.08.06 Assignments: Philadelphia Archdiocesan Priest Data Profile |
Avila | Jose Maria B. | 1930 | P | Accused | Diocesan | One of 21 names of accused priests published by the Fall River DA 9/02. Name was misspelled as George Avellar. List says one alleged victim. DA's office confirmed allegations regarding Avila 9/26/02. May have molested over 100 children over 44 year career. Apparently his history was well known around several of the older Portuguese parishes. Retired in 1974. Died in 1988. | Fall River, MA | Source: Obituary 11.5.88; Boston Globe 9.27.02; Boston Herald 9.27.02; Survivors First 7.30.03; Herald News (MA) 7.31.03; Herald News 11.2.03; Cape Cod Times 11.25.03 Assignments: BA.org Detailed Assignment Record |
| Aviles | Jose "Joe" | 1990 | P | Accused | Diocesan | In 2002 Aviles was director of Assumption Seminary's vocation office. Removed from parish assignment in 2/04 over accusations involving an incident with a minor teenager in 1985 shortly before Aviles entered seminary. Complaint received 8/03 but he was not immediately removed because the incident occurred prior to his ordination; archdiocese not sure canon law applied. After Archdiocese found the allegation to be "substantive," Aviles was sent for long-term residential psychological treatment. | San Antonio, TX | Source: San Antonio Express-News 2.24.04; San Antonio Express-News 2.27.04; San Antonio Express-News 2.29.04 |
| Axer | Englebert M. | 1939 | P | Accused | Jesuit | 2006 article says Axer is accused of abusing a minor in 1956. He was a professor at Seattle Univ. from 1956-1987. He died in 1989. At some point in the past, the Univ. removed his name from an endowed chair in the philosophy department because of the abuse. There has been at least one settlement as of 11/07. | Seattle, WA | Source: Seattle Times 10.11.06; Seattle Post-Intelligencer 10.12.06; Seattle Times 10.13.06; Seattle Times 10.16.06; Seattle Times 11.19.07; Seattle Times 1.14.09 |
Ayala | Saul | 1971 | P | Accused | Diocesan | In 6/02 an allegation of "sexual harassment and misconduct involving a minor" was filed with the church by a woman and Ayala was placed on leave. In 9/02 two sisters filed suit alleging Ayala abused them in 1988 and 1989 when he baby-sat the girls, thenaged 7 and 9. Diocese settled with them for $30,000 in 2004. Ayala moved to Mexico shortly after he was placed on leave and may still be active priest there. | San Bernardino, CA | Source: Press Enterprise 6.25.02; San Bernardino Sun 9.18.02; Press Enterprise 9.20.02; San Bernardino Sun 9.25.02; San Bernardino Sun 12.06.02; Press-Enterprise 4.23.04 |
| Aylward | James | 1964 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Accused of abuse (one article spelled name Elward) of 1 youth in 1997. Another priest saw them "wrestling" and notified authorities. Youth denied but then parents sued. Settled for $750K in 2000. Supported by Archbishop until Aylward admitted in depo that he inappropriately touched numerous youths over 12 yr period. Then he was placed on leave. | San Francisco, CA | Source: Contra Costa Times 5.22.00; San Francisco Chronicle 11.24.00; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; San Francisco Chronicle 11.27.02; San Francisco Weekly 5.21.03; SF Weekly 1.14.04; San Francisco 9.22.05 |
Azzarone, Jr. | Daniel M. | 1978 | P | Arrested | Diocesan | Complaints received as early as 1985, 1992 and 1998-1999. Only placed on leave 11/01 after he was accused of abusing a 15 yr old boy on Caribbean cruise in 11/00. Abuse continued until 2001, often in rectory. Another youth also accused him of abuse. Pleaded no contest to two counts of first-degree sexual assault 9/05 and sentenced to 3 yrs prison & 7 yrs probation. Named in 2005 civil suit which settled 8/08 as part of $1.326M settlement by Providence Diocese. | Providence, RI | Source: Providence Journal-Bulletin 11.16.01; Providence Journal-Bulletin 3.20.02; Boston Globe 3.20.02; Providence Journal-Bulletin 4.06.02; Providence Journal-Bulletin 4.25.02; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; Providence Journal 7.18.05; Providence Journal 9.06.05; Providence Journal 9.07.05; Providence Journal 12.02.07; Providence Journal 8.31.08 Assignments: Detailed BA.org Assignment Record |
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