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| Last | First | Ord | T | Status | D/O | Notes | Diocese | Source/Assignments |
| Fagione (Faggioni) | Ernest | 1947 | P | Settled | Salesian | Correct spelling of last name is Faggioni per the 1989 Catholic Directory. Died in 2006. Believed to be one of several religious accused of abuse of minors at residential centers Madonna Manor or Hope Haven. At least one claim included in almost $5.2M settlement with Archdiocese in Fall, 2009. | New Orleans, LA | Source: Times Picayune 6.18.00; Times Picayune 6.16.06; Times Picayune 3.11.10 |
Fahy | Murty M. | 1958 | P | Accused | Oblates of St. Francis de Sales | Accused in 2006 of abuse of 1 girl in mid 1990s at his church's elementary school. He was also teacher at local High school. He died in 2001. Police conducted investigation but were unable to substantiate the allegations. Diocese officials still investigating as of 01/07. Civil suit filed 12/06 by 1 woman alleging abuse from age 5-11. Plaintiff dismissed suit 11/07. | Stockton, CA | Source: The Record 4.25.06; News-Sentinel 4.24.06; Amherst Times 4.25.06; Lodi News-Sentinel 1.03.07; Lodi News-Sentinel 1.04.07; Tracy Press 1.04.07; Stockton Record 1.13.07; Stockton Record 11.29.07; News-Sentinel 11.29.07; California Catholic Daily 12.07.07 |
| Failla | Anthony J. | 1956 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Failla is accused of abusing a youth in mid 1970s. Boy lived in rectory because his mother had died. Three nuns say they told officials of diocese in 1996. He was told to stop working as a priest and to undergo counseling. He left the parish in 1997 (citing personal health reasons). Later surfaced in Florida where the Brooklyn Diocese told Palm Beach Bishop of allegations. Sued in Oct. 2003 in large suit re multiple priests. | Brooklyn, NY | Source: Daily News 7.01.97; NY Times 3.15.02; Palm Beach Post 3.19.02; Sun-Sentinel 3.22.02; Sun-Sentinel 4.24.02; USA Today 11.11.02; Newsday 10.02.03; Palm Beach Post 2.28.04 |
| Fairbairn | Frank E. | 1969 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Fairbairn died 9/2000 after 31 yrs as a priest. Left position as chaplain at Northeastern Univ. to go to Peru and work as priest from 1994 to 1999. Per 1/03 articles, Fairbairn was named as abuser for first time in recent lawsuit. He was accused of abusing one man, then 14, in 1970. 8/11 Boston AD database reports no formal determination of guilt either because he died prior to canonical investigation or it was not complete at his death. | Boston, MA | Source: Boston Globe 9.15.00; The Day 1.30.03; Boston Globe 1.30.03; National Catholic Register 8.25.11; Taunton Daily Gazette 8.26.11 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Faletti | Stephen L. | 1983 | P | Accused | Diocesan | In 2002 a youth worker (later fired by Dicoese) reported complaints about conduct of Faletti and another priest at Seminary for high school boys in 1991. Per diocese, Faletti was removed from active priesthood in the mid-1990s after credible accusationsthat he had molested children. Absent on leave per 2002 Catholic Directory. | Jefferson City, MO | Source: Boston Globe 4.5.02 |
Fallert | Francis "Frank" J. | 1947 | P | Sued | Jesuit | Plaintiffs filed 43 suits 1/09 against Jesuit Order and its former provincial alleging that Order knew of abusive priests in Alaska and did nothing to stop them. One woman in the suit alleged abuse by Fallert at St. Michael's Church in 1956-1957. Died 6/90. Two or more pending claims shown in bankruptcy reorganization documents for Fairbanks Diocese 1/25/10. | Fairbanks, AK | Source: USA Today 6.8.90; James Doe 59 et al v. Society of Jesus, Oregon Province et al, Alaska Superior Court, 4th Judicial District at Bethel, 1.09; Seattle Times 1.14.09; KGW (AP) 1.14.09; KIRO 1.14.09; Seattle Times 1.15.09; Anchorage Daily News 1.14.09; Good Jesuit, Bad Jesuit 11.12.09; Excerpt from Bankruptcy Reorganization Documents for Fairbanks Diocese 1.25.10; Pilot Station - Saint Charles Spinola Catholic Church Website 1.25.10 |
| Fallon | John J. | 1955 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Arrested 9/85 on charges of mailing child pornography (pictures of boy under 14) to photo lab for developing. Other pictures of boys from town where Fallon was assigned were also found at rectory. Pleaded guilty 12/85 and sentenced to 5 yrs probation, including six months of psychiatric therapy. Lived in New Mexico "on sick leave" from 1989-2000. Moved to Syracuse retirement home but remained inactive. Syracuse Diocese said it had no knowledge of his past. | Ogdensburg, NY | Source: Associated Press 9.18.95; Post-Standard (NY) 7.22.02; Watertown Daily Times 2.24.10 |
| Falvey | Arthur | < 1954 | P | Settled | Jesuit | In 6/09, Jesuits settled claim by one man who alleged that Falvey raped him repeatedly over a four year period, beginning in 1954 when he was 7. Falvey was assigned to St. Ignatius Church in Sacramento at the time. He died in 1966. This was only accusation against him. Falvey is the brother of Fr. Mark Falvey who abused at least 10 children in CA and was the subject of a 2007 settlement by the Jesuits. | Sacramento, CA | Source: Sacramento Bee 6.5.09 |
| Falvey | Mark A. | 1928 | P | Accused | Jesuit | In 2002 & 2003, 3 people accused him of abuse in 1950s-1960s. Named in at least 1 civil suit. Accused of abusing at least 10 children between 1959 and his death in 1975. Tentative settlement of $16 mil reached between 9 plaintiffs and Jesuit order in May, 2007. Two other claims remain unresolved. Brother of Fr. Arthur Falvey who also was accused of abuse in 2009 settlement of a separate case. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 4; Fresno Bee 5.17.07; LA Times 5.18.07; Sacramento Bee 6.5.09 Assignments: LA Archdiocesan Report Addendum 11.15.05; LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
Falvey | Sinon F. | 1945 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Died 2/7/05 at age 85. Pastor of St. Norbert Church in Orange from 1976-1989. Supervised abusers John Kenney and John Lenihan while there. He, himself, was named as abuser in civil suit file 6/25/09. Allegedly abused an altar boy from 1990-1992 after he retired. Plaintiff is now 29. SNAP reports being contacted by other victims. | Oakland, CA | Source: Obituary from FindAGrave.com 2.7.07; Orange County Weekly 6.29.09; Orange County Register 6.30.09 |
| Farabaugh | Clint | 1955 | P | Accused | Precious Blood | Accused of abuse. Deceased | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 4 Assignments: LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
| Farabaugh | Kenneth | 1963 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Archdiocese learned of allegations from 3rd party in 1993. Individual denied making the accusations and Farabaugh also denied so matter dropped. In 2000 the same individual met with archdiocese and provided detailed allegations of sexual abuse. Farabaugh was under investigation by police & diocese at time of his death in car accident in Dec. 2000 (his car ran off the road and struck a tree). Name appeared on Baltimore's 9/26/02 list of abusers. | Baltimore, MD | Source: Baltimore Sun 12.13.00; Archdiocese of Baltimore 9.25.02; Baltimore Sun 9.26.02 Assignments: Archdiocese of Baltimore 9.25.02 |
| Farland | David M. | 1974 | P | accused | Diocesan | Permanently removed from ministry in 2002. Name not publicly released until 3/06. Accusation of abuse of a minor in the early 1990s, according to the diocese. The matter was handled internally by his superiors who removed Farland from any ministry with access to minors according to Diocesan spokesman Mark E. Dupont. On medical leave in 1994. Last assignment was St. Michael's cathedral. Admin. process found allegations credible. Life of Prayer & Penance. | Springfield, MA | Source: Statement by Diocese of Springfield 3.8.06; Republican 3.10.06; WPRI 3.10.06; Springfield Diocese List of Priests with Credible Allegations 8.30.11 |
| Farmer | Donald G. | 1963 | P | Arrested | Diocesan | Left priesthood in late 1960s and was laicized in 1972. Was working as marriage and family counselor in 2003 when he was arrested for 1966 abuse of 4 pre-teens. Charged with 14 felony counts. Charges dismissed in 2003 when CA law was overruled by Supreme Court. Named in civil suit. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: San Bernardino Sun 2.26.03; Press Enterprise 2.27.03; Fresno Bee 2.28.03; LA Times 7.2.03; San Bernardino Sun 7.2.03; Press-Enterprise 7.12.03; LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 Assignments: LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
| Farrell | George | 1996 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Prior to 1996 ordination, Farrell served as a Brother of Charity for 12 yrs. Placed on leave 5/03 and sent to a "supervised living facility" after being accused of "inappropriate communication" over the Internet with a minor in 1997. Police and Div. of Youth and Family Services investigated. No criminal charges filed. Returned to duty by Bishop 10/04. | Metuchen, NJ | Source: Star Ledger 5.22.03; Home News Tribune 5.22.03; Catholic Spirit 5.29.03; Home News Tribune 10.7.04 |
| Farrell | Nolan | B | Accused | Unknown | Included in a list of accused priests and religious posted by the Law Offices of Mitchell Garabedian on 01/19/11. Garabedian says he has settled at least one claim with Boston Archdiocese re allegations against this individual. Farrell is one of 3 of the accused religious who is still alive in 2011. His current location is unknown. | Boston, MA | Source: BA.Org List of Boston Priests Not Previously Identified 1.19.11; Boston Channel 1.19.11; Associated Press 1.19.11; Herald News 1.19.11; Metrowest Daily News 1.19.11 | |
| Farrell | William J. | 1947 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Farrell retired in 1990 and died 9/99. His name appears on Archdiocese's 7/04 list of priests fully restricted from ministry (or who would have been restricted if still living) because of credible allegations of abuse. At least one survivor has filedclaim during Archdiocese bankruptcy in 2011-2012. He alleged abuse in 1973 when he was 11 | Milwaukee, WI | Source: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 9.19.99; Statement by Archdiocese of Milwaukee 7.9.04; Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 7.10.04; NY Times 2.3.12 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Farris | John V. | P | Sued | Vincentian | Sued 2003. Accused of abuse of 1 youth from 1951-1954. Dead. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: The Wander 1.8.04; LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 4 Assignments: LA Times Database 4.20.06 | |
Farwell | Richard B. | 1981 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Indicted 8/02 on charges that he took indecent liberties with boy in mid-1980s. Diocese told about charges in 1999 and in 2000 Farwell went to work at Food for the Poor in FL. Had letter of reference from Bishop Curlin who felt charges were not credible. Working at the food pantry when faculties were revoked 4/02. Officially still attached to Charlotte Diocese. Pleaded no contest to charges 11/04; sentenced to 180 days probation, counseling & community service. Civil suit filed 7/19/11. | Charlotte, NC | Source: Sun-Sentinel 4.18.02; Charlotte Observer 4.19.02; Sun-Sentinel 4.20.02; Sun-Sentinel 4.24.02; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; Charlotte Observer 6.14.02; Charlotte Observer 8.6.02; Charlotte Observer 11.4.04; Charlotte Observer (AP) 11.4.04; News Channel 36 7.19.11; Charlotte Observer 7.20.11; WSOC 7.20.11; Salisbury Post 7.21.11; Charlotte Observer 7.25.11 Assignments: Assignment record compiled by Law Firm |
Fassbinder | Richard Wayne | 1953 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Retired in 1997 but privileges removed 4/02 after review board determined there was "reasonable cause" to suspect that he had sexually abused a male minor during his assignment at Prince of Peace Church. Abuse began in 1975 and ended in mid-1980s. Allegations first reported 12/01. Died 5/04. Name is also on 2003 Archdiocesan list of abusers | Chicago, IL | Source: Chicago Daily Herald 4.10.02; Chicago Tribune 4.10.02; Chicago Sun Times 4.10.02; Chicago Sun-Times 1.17.03; Chicago Sun-Times 6.15.03; Chicago Tribune 5.9.04; Chicago Archdiocesan Report 3.20.06 page 2 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Fatooh | Charles | B | Sued | Marianist | Accused in 1 suit of abuse of 1 from 1973-1974. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Archdiocesan Report Addendum 11.15.05 Assignments: LA Times Database 4.20.06 | |
| Faue | Mathias | 1951 | P | Accused | Benedictine | Accused of abuse between 1963-1963. Named in at least 1 civil suit. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 4 Assignments: LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
| Fay | Robert D. | 1967 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Fay took "health leave for a heart condition" in 1988 but worked as a real estate agent. Woman filed suit 12/02 alleging that he abused her as a teen in 1970s. Said he provided her and others with alcohol and marijuana. Settled 2003. Files released 2/03 say church knew in 1980 that Fay had been arrested in NH for "drunkeness and use of narcotics" and that there were other allegations of misbehavior with youths. Involuntary laicization announced 2/12/05. | Boston, MA | Source: Middlesex Court case file 2002-02685; Boston Globe 12.27.02; Patriot Ledger 2.11.03; Boston Globe 2.11.03; Patriot Ledger 2.12.03; Boston Globe 10.8.03; The Enterprise 2.11.05; Boston Herald 2.12.05; Metrowest Daily News 8.26.11; National Catholic Register 8.25.11 Assignments: Boston Archdiocesan Assignment Record |
Fedders | William J. | 1968 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Man reported to Diocese in 1993 that Fedders had abused him 3 times in the year he was 14 yr old 8th grader. He offered to settle for $200K in 1994, and rejected Diocese's offer to pay for counseling in 1995. He then filed civil suit 6/02 and Fedders was finally removed. Permanently removed 9/04. Case dismissed by Court on SOL and Appeals court upheld dismissal. Not reported to police until 2004. | Lexington, KY | Source: Lexington Herald-Leader 6.4.02; Cincinnati Enquirer 6.7.02; Courier Journal 6.7.02; Cincinnati Enquirer 6.12.02; Lexington Herald Leader 6.29.02; Associated Press 9.13.03; Lexington Herald-Leader 1.17.04; Lexington Herald Leader 6.3.05; Lexington Herald-Leader 6.11.05; Lexington Herald-Leader 3.23.06 |
Federici | Martin J. | 1966 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Placed on leave after suit filed 9/96 alleged that Federici sexually abused 12 yr old boy in confessional and rectory in 1981. 3 more lawsuits filed (two in 1996 and 1 in 1999) alleging abuse of 16 yr old, 13 yr old and another teenager. 1 settled 1999 and others in 2001. Add'l claim(s) settled 2003. Laicization announced 5/03. New suit filed in 2010 by convicted rapist who alleged abuse in 1976-1977. | Bridgeport, CT | Source: Connecticut Law Tribune 5.19.97; Associated Press 5.24.99; Associated Press 8.5.99; Hartford Courant 3.9.01; Hartford Courant 3.9.02; Connecticut Post 3.17.02; Associated Press 5.11.02; Connecticut Post 10.18.02; Connecticut Post 11.13.02; Connecticut Post 5.28.03; Connecticul Post 10.16.03; Associated Press 10.17.03; Connecticut Post 11.24.09; News-Times 11.25.09; Connecticut Post 12.1.09 Assignments: Hartford Courant 12.2.09 (add'l article); Connecticut Post 12.6.09 (add'l article); Connecticut Post 9.9.10 (add'l article); Assignment Record Compiled by Law Firm |
| Feehan | Vincent | 1977 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Feehan was one of four priests charged with abuse of one boy. James Kilgour charged with actual abuse in 1987 litigation but Feehan, Joseph Chotin and Charles Fendin charged with sexual advances. Civil suit settled and dismissed 1991. Feehan was absent on leave per 1988 and 1990 Catholic Directories. He was not shown in 1995 edition. | New Orleans, LA | Source: UPI 12.19.87 |
Feely | Theodore | 1958 | P | Sued | Conventual Franciscan | Feely served in IL, CA and NV. In 2002, two men came forward to accuse Feely of abusing them when they were minors in Illinois between 1968-1972. One of the men filed 2/06 civil suit against the Rockford Diocese re 1969 abuse. Feely died in NV in1991. | Rockford, IL | Source: Rockford Register Star 6.25.02; Press-Enterprise (CA) 1.19.05; Press-Enterprise (CA) 2.4.05; Rock River Times (Series) 7.20-26.05; Rock River Times Sept. 28-Oct 4 2005; Rock River Times 8.3.05; Bondick Testimony 11.22.05; Chicago Tribune 2.24.06; Rockford Register Star 2.24.06; Rock River Times 3.1-7.06 Assignments: Detailed BA.org Assignment Record |
Feeney | John Patrick | 1952 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | On leave since 1986. Convicted of abuse in 2004. Sentenced 15 yrs prison--Served 8 yrs. Released 11/11. Served 18 parishes in 30 yrs before leaving Diocese in 1983. Laicized 8/05. 1 claim included in massive $660M LA archdiocese settlement of 7/07. Named in1/08 WI civil suit re abuse of same two brothers from criminal case. He also worked in NV. 1 civil suit in NV filed 1/08. Court ordered some records released 4/10. WI Civil trial set for 5/12. Diocese wants change of venue. | Green Bay, WI | Source: Appleton Post Crescent 5.31.02; Appleton Post Crescent 5.31.02 (2nd article); Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 9.15.02; LA Times 9.17.02; Appleton Post Crescent 10.9.02; Appleton Post Crescent 2.25.04; Appleton Post Crescent 2.27.04; Appleton Post Crescent 4.30.04; Appleton Post Crescent 1.9.05; Associated Press 8.8.05; Duluth News Tribune (AP) 4.24.06; Appleton Post-Crescent 7.17.07; Appleton Post-Crescent 8.5.07; WKBT (AP) 1.2.08; Green Bay Press Gazette 1.3.08 Assignments: Statement by Diocese of Green Bay (add'l article); WBAY-TV 1.3.08 (add'l article); Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 1.3.08; Appleton Post Crescent 1.5.08 (add'l article); Complaint in John Doe II9 v. Roman Catholic Bishop of Las Vegas, et al, Clark Co., Nevada 1.15.08; Post-Crescent 11.11.11 (add'l article) |
| Feeney | Leonard | P | Accused | Diocesan | Civil suit filed 1/08 alleges that Feeney abused one youth in 1950s at the former Saint Martin's High School in Lacey. Suit says abuse lasted for 1 1/2 yrs when Plaintiff was in 9th and 10th grades. Same plaintiff also alleges abuse by two Christian Brothers at Briscoe School in Kent when he was in 7th grade. 2nd suit filed 5/28/08 by 3 add'l plaintiffs alleging abuse in mid-late 1950s. Feeney died in 1980. | Seattle, WA | Source: The Olympian 1.22.08; Seattle Post-Intelligencer 1.23.08; The Olympian 5.30.08 | |
Feeney | Thomas J. | 1937 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Sued at least twice. Accused of abuse in 1950s-1960s. Former vicar general of diocese; died 1981. Diocese admitted in 5/06 that allegations were credible. 4 additional suits filed 5/06. Civil trial began in 9/06 in a suit filed in 2005. Man testifiedthat Feeney abused him for 6 years, beginning when he was about 6. July awarded Plaintiff $1.5M. Total of 15 accusers known with earliest date of abuse 1957. | Davenport, IA | Source: Des Moines Register 7.30.05; Quad City Times 7.30.05; Quad City Times 8.6.05; Press-Citizen (AP) 5.12.06; WCF Courier 5,23,06; KTIV 9.6.06; Quad-City Times 1.26.06; Sioux City Journal 9.8.06; Quad Cities Online 9.13.06; Des Moines Register (AP) 9.13.06; Des Moines Register 9.14.06; Des Moines Register 9.15.06; Sioux City Journal 9.15.06; Quad-Cities Online 9.18.06; Des Moines Register 10.12.06 Assignments: Quad-City Times 7.10.08 (add'l article); Quad-City Times 7.18.08 (add'l article); BA.org Concise Assignment Record; BA.org Assignment Record; Catholic Messenger 7.17.08 |
| Feeser | William | 1977 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Feeser was retired for health reasons and living at Immaculate Conception Parish in Sacramento when he was removed by Diocese 10/11 after woman accused him of sexually molesting her at Our Lady of Assumption church in Carmichael when she was a minor in early 1980s. Sheriff's department says it has not yet been informed of allegations as of 11/1/11. | Sacramento, CA | Source: Sacramento Bee 10.24.11; The Patch 10.25.11; CBS Sacramento 11.1.11; KCRA 11.1.11; The Patch 11.1.11 |
Feit | John B. | 1959 ? | P | Convicted | St. Vincent de Paul Society | In 1962 he pleaded no contest to reduced charge of aggravated assault for grabbing a young woman in church in 1960. Shortly after the 1960 assault, he became prime suspect in rape/murder of another young woman in McAllen, TX. Never indicted (even after another grand jury investigation in 2004). Feit worked at Paraclete facility in N.M. for several years and placed many abusers in outside positions. Left order in 1972 and married. | Brownsville, TX | Source: Dallas Morning News 7.13.02; Associated Press 7.15.02; Dallas Morning News 11.03.02; Arizona Republic 11.10.02; Dallas Morning News 10.16.03; Houston Chronicle 12.07.03; San Antonio Express News 6.10.04; Dallas Morning News 11.21.04; Dallas Morning News 11.21.04 (timeline); Brownsville Herald 3.23.05; New York Daily News 4.24.05; Phoenix New Times 7.07.05; The Monitor 4.08.06; CNN 5.30.07; AZFamily 8.27.07 |
Feldhaus | Thomas F. | 1976 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Removed 2003. Accused of abuse of youth in 1979. Civil suit filed 3/04 by a different man alleging abuse from 1986-1991 at Our Lady of Victory. Still on administrative leave as of 2/07/07. | Cincinnati, OH | Source: Cincinnati Post 12.5.03; Dayton Daily News 3.12.04; Cincinnati Enquirer 3.16.04; Archdiocese of Cincinnati Status Report 2.7.06; Dayton Daily News 4.22.07 |
| Feldkamp | Angelo J. | 1968 | P | Accused | Norbertine | In May, 2002 Feldkamp was placed on admin. leave by the Norbertine Order after allegations surfaced that he abused a child more than 25 years previously. At time he was suspended he was teaching at a high school. No info on where or when offense happended or whether it involved a boy or a girl. | Green Bay, WI | Source: Wisconsin State Journal (AP) 5.08.02; Green Bay Press Gazette 5.08.02 |
Feltman | Philip S. | 1966 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Woman complained in 2002 that Feltman had abused her when she was 9 in 1972 at St. Thomas Aquinas parish. Diocesan review board found accusations to be credible and Feldman was placed on leave 1/03. He denied all charges. A disciplinary panel was scheduled. The woman refused to appear before the local church inquiry board so matter was forwarded to the Vatican. In 7/03 Feltman was returned to duty after a Vatican council found that there wasn't enough evidence to support the claims. Retired 5/09. | Toledo, OH | Source: Toledo Blade 7.20.03; Associated Press 7.27.03 |
Feminelli | John J. | 1987 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Feminelli accused of buying presents for 15 yr old in exchange for wrestling matches. Feminelli was a deacon at time but was ordained even after charges made by boy and family. The family says church did not believe them and drove them away by circulating false info about them. Case dismissed in 1991 saying did not prove anything. He has retired from Corpus Christi Diocese as of 3/11. | Corpus Christi, TX | Source: Court of Appeals Decision in Kelly v. Diocese of Corpus Christi, 13-91-287-CV, 5.14.92; Houston Chronicle 9.29.92; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02 |
Femminineo | Joseph P. | 1958 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Per 2002 news stories, Femminineo was forced to resign from his parish position 10/92 after old allegations surfaced of sexual misconduct involving minors. In 5/06 Archdiocese announced that Vatican had permanently barred him from any ministry. | Detroit, MI | Source: Detroit Free Press 3.2.02; Detroit News 7.14.02; USA Today 11.11.02; Associated Press 5.27.05; Michigan Catholic 5.27.05 |
| Fendin | Charles | P | Sued | Diocesan | Fendin and two other priests (Vince Feehan and Joseph Chotin) charged with making sexual advances towards student and showing him porno films. James Kilgour actually charged with sexual assault of student. Civil suit filed against all four in 1987 but settled and dismissed in 1991. | New Orleans, LA | Source: Baton Rouge State Times 12 .23.87; UPI 12.19.87 | |
| Fenerty | Martin | B | Accused | FSC - Brothers of the Christian Schools | Per Fenerty's personnel file, a woman made a complaint of abuse against Br. Fenerty in April 2002. No date of abuse was stated and no litigation was filed. Woman alleged that Fenerty molested her on several occasions when she was between 5 1/2 - 12 yrsold. Abuse occurred in Santa Fe where Fenerty was teacher. Fenerty denied anything except an occasional hug. He was placed on leave and then "retired" but he is still active per 2007 article. | El Paso, TX | Source: Doe vs. NOSF et al; El Paso Cty, No. 2003-847; Times Picayune 3.04.07 | |
Feret | Francis S. | 1962 | P | Accused | Diocesan | One of 21 priests placed on administrative leave by Philadelphia archdiocese 3/7/11 pending investigation for credible allegations involving sexual abuse or inappropriate behavior with minors. Last assignment was at St. Adalbert Church in Philadelphia'sPort Richmond section. | Philadelphia, PA | Source: Archdiocese of Philadelphia Press Release 3.8.11; Statement of Cardinal Rigali Regarding Administrative Leaves 3.8.11; Philadelphia Inquirer 3.8.11; NY Times 3.8.11; Philadelphia Inquirer 3.9.11; Philadelphia Inquirer 3.10.11 |
| Ferguson | George "Fr. Fergie" | P | Sued | Diocesan | Named as abuser of one youth when the boy attended St. Anthony's Parish in Missoula. No date for abuse is given. Claim is included in amended civil suit filed 9/29/11 against the Helena Diocese and Urseline Order of Nuns by multiple plaintiffs. He is deceased. Diocese originally claimed he was Jesuit, not diocesan, priest. | Helena, MT | Source: Press Statement from Law Offices of Kosnoff Pllc; PRNewswire 10.26.11; NBC Montana 10.26.11; KFBB 10.27.11 | |
| Ferguson | Ivan | 1970 | P | Sued | Diocesan | In 1993 civil suits, three men claim that as youths they were abused by Ferguson in 1970s. At least one case was sealed per plaintiff's atty. One suit was withdrawn and 2 claims were settled. In 3/02, he was still a priest but has no ministerial or teaching duties. At least 2 claims included in 10/05 $14M settlement with Archdiocese re 14 priests. Died 2002. 3 brothers filed separate suits in 8/07 & 11/07 alleging abuse in late 1970s. 2 more suits filed 7/08 re abuse in 1981. Civil trial underway 1/12. | Hartford, CT | Source: Hartford Courant 3.11.93; Hartford Courant 3.28.93; Hartford Courant 3.9.02; Hartford Courant 11.1.05; NY Times 11.1.05; Hartford Courant 9.15.07; New Haven Register 9.17.07; New Haven Register 11.14.07; Hartford Courant 11.14.07; Waterbury Republican-American 11.14.07; Newsday 7.10.08; Hartford Courant 7.10.08; The Patch 8.12.11; Hartford Courant 1.24.12; Valley Independent Sentinel 1.25.12 Assignments: Hartford Courant 1.26.12 (add'l article); Hartford Courant 1.27.12 (add'l article); Hartford Courant 1.31.12 (add'l article); Hartford Courant 2.1.12 (add'l article); Hartford Courant 2.2.12 (add'l article); Hartford Courant 2.7.12 (add'l article) |
Fernandes | Mark E. | 2004 | P | Accused | Diocesan | One of 21 priests placed on administrative leave by Philadelphia archdiocese 3/7/11 pending investigation for credible allegations involving sexual abuse or inappropriate behavior with minors. Last assignment was at St. Agnes Church in Sellersville, Bucks County. | Philadelphia, PA | Source: Archdiocese of Philadelphia Press Release 3.8.11; Statement of Cardinal Rigali Regarding Administrative Leaves 3.8.11; Philadelphia Inquirer 3.8.11; NY Times 3.8.11; Philadelphia Inquirer 3.9.11; Philadelphia Inquirer 3.10.11; Philadelphia Inquirer 4.20.11 |
| Fernandes | Stephen A. | 1976 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Arrested 11/04 and placed on leave by diocese after computer repair technician found child pornography involving men and boys on his laptop computer and reported it to the Diocese. He was working at Our Lady of Fatima Church in New Bedford at time of his arrest. Also charged with exhibiting or posing at least one child engaged in a sexual act. Pleaded guilty and sentenced 11/05 to 8 months in prison, 4 yrs probation and $20K fine. | Fall River, MA | Source: Cape Cod Times 11.2.04; Boston Herald 11.2.04; Cape Cod Times 11.4.04; Cape Cod Times 11.9.04; Boston Globe 11.9.04; New Bedford Herald News 1.19.05; Boston Globe (AP) 9.27.05; Boston.com 11.28.05; Providence Journal 11.30.05; Standard-Times 2.15.06 |
| Fernandez | Federico | P | Settled | Franciscan | 1988 suit claims Fernandez abused two boys. Church promised to investigate and asked parents to keep quiet. Sent Fernandez for treatment. Suit is sealed. Older brother of victims says he was abused by same priest. Previously arrested for public indecency. Criminal charges dismissed. Civil suit settled 7/88, reportedly for more than $1M. In 2002 man says he told Archbishop Flores in 1983 about seeing Fernandez naked in a swimming pool with two girls aged 10 and 11. Active 5/11 in Bogota, Colombia. | San Antonio, TX | Source: United Press International 2.19.88; United Press International 3.16.88; United Press International 3.17.88; United Press International 9.21.88; United Press International 1.13.89; United Press International 6.15.89; San Antonio Express News 7.26.97; San Antonio Express News 6.5.98; San Antonio Express News 4.28.02; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; San Antonio Express News 6.22.03; templodesanfrancisco.com 5.29.11; NY Times 6.9.11; San Antonio Express News 6.10.11; San Antonio Express News 6.11.11 Assignments: San Antonio Current 6.15.11; BA.org Assignment Record | |
Fernandez | Manuel | 1952 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Placed on leave 2002 after being accused of inappropriate conduct with young girl in 1982. DA's office said matter was beyond statute of limitations. Diocese committee recommended he be removed. Returned to Spain where he was still active priest. Fernandez died at age 71 in 8/06. | Trenton, NJ | Source: Associated Press 6.7.02; Star-Leger 6.8.02; Dallas Morning News 3.16.05; Trenton Times 10.31.05; Trentonian 8.6.06; RichardSipe.com 4.17.07 |
| Fernando | Arthur (Arturo) N. | P | Sued | Diocesan | Accused of abuse of 1 between 1973-1975. Named in at least 1 civil suit. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 3 Assignments: LA Times Database 4.20.06 | |
Fernando | Walter | 1973 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Ordained in 1973 in Sri Lanka. Temp. priest in Los Angeles 1981. Incardinated in LA 1986. Sued 2003. Accused of abuse of girl, age 17, from 1980-1981. Placed on leave 2004. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: Los Angeles Times 2.07.04; LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 1; Los Angeles Times 1.14.04; LA Times 8.18.02 Assignments: LA Archdiocesan Report Addendum 11.15.05; LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
Ferrante | Leonard A. | 1964 | P | Accused | Diocesan | In 4/02 Cleveland Diocese listed Ferrante as no longer in active ministry because of allegations in the past of abuse of minors. Ferrante was assigned to Borromeo seminary from 1968-1976. Several other alleged & proven perps were on staff there also. Shown as "absent on leave" in the 1988 Catholic Directory but does not appear in the 1990 edition. | Cleveland, OH | Source: Akron Beacon Journal 4.09.02; Plain Dealer 4.09.02; Plain Dealer 6.16.02 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Ferrara (Ferrar) | Angelus "Phillip" | 1990 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Ferrara, a member of the Melkite Greek-Catholic Eparchy of Newton, was arrested 3/11 after an Allentown youth alleged that Ferrara had asked him on several occasions to massage Ferrara's private parts with his feet. Ferrara was assigned to Our Lady Of Solitude Retreat Home in Little Meadows. Removed without privileges 4/11 and is facing criminal charges. Out on bail but forbidden to live in a home with a child under 15. Now in Kansas. Sentenced 10/11 to 6 mo-2 yrs prison & fine. | none | Source: Daily Review 3.16.11; Statement by Catholic Diocese of Scranton 3.18.11; NECN 3.18.11; WBNG 3.18.11; Morning Call 3.21.11; Independent Weekender 3.24.11; Times-Tribune 4.5.11; Times-Tribune 5.7.11; WBNG 10.20.11; WNEB 10.20.11; Times-Tribune 10.21.11; Greek Reporter 10.21.11 |
Ferrario (Bp) | Joseph | 1951 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Accused of abuse. 1991 civil suit dismissed due to SOL. Allegations "found to be groundless by an internal church investigation." Became Bishop in 1982, retired 1993, and died 2003 | Honolulu, HI | Source: Washington Times 11.06.89; Washington Times 8.14.91; Time Magazine 8.19.91; Houston Chronicle 9.27.92; Honolulu Star 12.14.03; Honolulu Advertiser 12.14.03; Honolulu Star-Bulletin 2.27.04; Freedom from Religion Foundation 10.07.04; Renew America 6.27.06; BA.org list of U.S. Bishops Accused of Abuse 4.14.08 |
Ferraro | Romano J. | 1960 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Arrested 4/1/02; convicted and sentenced 5/20/04 to life in prison for repeatedly raping boy 1973-80 in Billerica MA starting at age 7. Admitted at trial he was pedophile who abused perhaps dozens of boys. Earliest abuse alleged in civil suits was 1964-68.Then he was in FL as Navy chaplain 1968-71; dishonorably discharged; sued 1/06 for FL abuse. Reassigned, he allegedly abused in Brooklyn, Rockville Centre, St. Louis, and Metuchen dioceses. Suspended 1988. Diocese apparently knew much earlier. | Brooklyn, NY | Source: Collection of Sources 1981-2006; St. Louis Post-Dispatch 5.20.05; Voice from the Desert 2.22.11; Newswork 2.22.11; Philadelphia Inquirer 2.22.11; Philadelphia Inquirer 2.22.11 Assignments: Detailed BA.org Assignment Record |
Ferreira | Joseph A. | 1959 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Woman filed lawsuit in 11/06 alleging she was molested by Ferreira at Our Lady of Good Counsel in San Leandro in 1973 and 1974 when she was in her teens. Also claims that Ferreira continued to harass and stalk her throughout the years. Case later settled out of court. Second woman filed suit 6/09 alleging abuse by Ferreira from 1970 to 1972 at Our Lady of Good Counsel in San Leandro | Oakland, CA | Source: InsideBayArea.com 11.14.06; Contra Costa Times 4.1.08; Bay Area News Group 4.1.08; Oakland Tribune 6.15.09 |
| Ferreti (Ferretti) | A. J. (Fr. Freddy) | 1942 | P | Sued | Jesuit | Woman filed suit 10/08 against Jesuits alleging abuse by Ferreti in 1970s, beginning when she was 8 and he was assigned to the Lapwai Catholic Church in Nez Perce. He died in 1982. Suit dismissed 1/09 and refilled, adding Boise Diocese as defendant.Several other women came forward with similar complaints. At least 2 claims (1 by a man) were settled in massive Jesuit settlement 3/25/11. Named in civil suit against Ursuline Order & Helena MT Diocese 9/11 re abuse at St. Ignatius Mission. | Boise, ID | Source: KLEW 10.14.08; The Olympian (AP) 10.14.08; Lewiston Morning Tribune 10.14.08; Seattle Times 10.16.08; Associated Press 1.6.09; KLEW 1.20.09; Idaho Statesman (AP) 1.21.09; OPB News 3.4.09; The Oregonian 3.3.09; Missoulian 9.3.09; Lake County Leader 9.13.09; Missoulian 9.14.09; Missoulian 9.21.09; Good Jesuit, Bad Jesuit 11.12.09; Missoulian 1.7.10 Assignments: The Telegraph 3.26.11 (add'l article); The iAfrica 3.26.11 (add'l article); Spokesman-Review 3.26.11 (add'l article); PCVA Press Release 3.25.11 (add'l article); John Does 1-16 et al v. Ursuline Sisters, Diocese of Helena, et al, Cause No. ADV-2011-936, Montana First Judicial District Court, Lewis & Clark County, 10.3.11; BA.org Assignment Record |
| Ferro | Robert A. | 1973 | P | Sued | Diocesan | In massive civil suit filed 10/03, 27 victims allege abuse by 24 priests, including Ferro. One plaintiff says that Ferro sexually abused him in 1977-1978. Ferro was responsible for the teen center and the altar boys at the boy's church. Suit says Ferro's wherebouts are unknown. 2002 Catholic directory shows him Absent on Leave. | Brooklyn, NY | Source: Newday 10.02.03 |
| Fertal | Joseph (Joe) | 1959 | P | Settled | Society of the Divine Word | Left Philippines in 1989 under cloud of suspicion re abuse. In 1995 Fertal was accused of molesting a 16 yr old boy from a Catechism classes. Civil suit filed in 1996; later settled out of court. Criminal investigation dropped for lack of evidence. Forced by church officials to leave a California retirement home in 2002 after it learned of his past history. In treatment several times. | San Bernardino, CA | Source: Press Enterprise 6.29.96; Press Enterprise 11.03.97; Press Enterprise 4.27.02; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; Reno Gazette-Journal 6.19.02; Press Enterprise 9.30.02 |
Fessard | Gerald B. | 1972 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Pled no contest 1987 to battery and assault of students at San Fernando Mission minor seminary. 3 years probation. May have had conviction expunged after he finished probation. Worked at Tribunal from 1987 to 2002. Listed as abuser in 2003 but not accused by any of plaintiffs. At least 8 individuals have accused him of abuse. He was 1 of six accused abusers assigned to 1 parish, Santa Clara Roman Catholic Church in Oxnard. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: National Catholic Reporter 8.30.02; LA Times 8.18.02; LA Times 8.18.02; National Catholic Reporter 3.21.03; LA Times 10.28.03; LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 p 1; LA Arcjdopcesam Report to the People 2.17.04, p. 18; City of Angels 12.7.07 Assignments: LA Archdiocesan Report Addendum 11.15.05; LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
Fete | Joseph N. | 1974 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Had a four-year relationship from 1976-1979 with an adolescent that ended when the person was an adult. He apparently admitted the relationship in 1999 after the man contacted the diocese. A financial settlement was negotiated with the man in 1999. Fete was removed from pastoral duties 4/02 but was scheduled to move to administrative position. Didn't happen. Laiziced in 2005 or 2006. | Columbus, OH | Source: Columbus Dispatch 4.26.02; Columbus Dispatch 4.27.02; Dayton Daily News 5.12.02; Columbus Dispatch 6.29.02; Columbus Dispatch 10.10.02; Columbus Dispatch 1.30.03; Columbus Dispatch 7.31.03; Columbus Dispatch 11.21.03; Columbus Dispatch 2.19.05; Columbus Dispatch 1.20.06 |
Fiala | John M. | 1984 | P | Sued | Society of Our Lady of the Most Holy Trinity | 4/10 TX suit alleges Fiala raped a 16 yr old boy at least twice in 2007-2008. Ordained in Omaha. Joined SOLT Order 1996. Worked in MO & KS, Corpus Christi & San Antonio. Privileges removed 10/08. Omaha announced 4/20/10 it knew in 2002 of sexual advances toward a minor in mid-1980s. Omaha told SOLT. Indicted 8/10; arrested 9/3/10 in KS. Extradited to TX. Re-arrested in Dallas 11/18/10 for trying to hire hit-man to kill accuser. Settled w/ San Antonio as of 1/11 & with other Defs. 1/27/11. | Omaha, NE | Source: San Antonio Express-News 4.9.10; LA Times 4.9.10; LA Times 4.10.10; LA Times 4.10.10; Standard Times 4.15.10; Statement by Archdiocese of Omaha 4.20.10; Omaha World-Herald 4.20.10; Omaha World Herald 4.21.10; San Antonio Express-News 4.21.10; Kansas City Star 4.24.10; Kansas City Star 9.4.10; San Antonio Express News 9.4.10; Lawrence Journal World 9.8.10 (add'l article); KTKA 9.14.10 (add'l article); San Antonio Express News 11.22.10 Assignments: Omaha World Herald 11.23.10 (add'l article); CNN 11.23.10 (add'l article); KSAT 11.23.10 (add'l article); San Antonio Express News 1.21.11 (add'l article); San Antonio Express News 1.29.11 (add'l article); BA.org Assignment Record |
| Fichtner | Robert C. | 1955 | P | Sued | Diocesan | One man filed suit 1/05 alleging Fichtner had abused him at St. Joseph's school when he was a young boy. Fichtner retired in 2002; placed on leave 2003 when the allegations were made. In 6/05 Archdiocese lifted all restrictions after review board couldnot verify the allegation. Currently retired. Prior to retirement, Fichtner was a members of the College of Consultors for Archdiocese. See 8/11 Boston AD database. | Boston, MA | Source: Patriot Ledger 3.8.05; Boston.com 6.7.05; Holbrook Sun 6.10.05; National Catholic Register 8.25.11 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Figurelle | Elwood F. | 1963 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Figurelle resigned from his parish position 10/03 and was charged with federal charge of downloading child pornography from the Internet. Had been on leave since 3/03 when FBI searched the rectory and seized a computer with child pornography on it. Investigators would not permit Diocese to release information while investigation was ongoing. Figurelle pleaded guilty in 10/03. Sentenced 2004 to 15-21 months. Died in farming accident 7/08. | Altoona-Johnstown, PA | Source: Associated Press 10.9.03; Associated Press 10.24.03; Associated Press 12.22.04; Tribune Democrat 7.18.08; AltoonaMirror.com 7.18.08 |
Finan | James Aubrey | 1959 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Removed from ministry in 1996. Pled guilty in 1997 to sexually abusing a 10 yr old boy in 1966. Also accused of abuse of a 6 yr old girl in 1966. Sentenced to 18 mo. prison 3/97. Pled guilty in 2003 to sexually abusing a 7- or 8-year-old boy in 1966. Sentenced to 5 yr suspended sentence and 5 yr probation. At least one claim settled in $1.3M settlement with archdiocese 12/06. Laicized in 1996. On Sex Offender Registry 12/10. | Washington, DC | Source: The Capital 12.21.96; Washington Post 3.15.97; Washington Post 12.19.02; Washington Post 1.30.03; Washington Post 4.1.03; Washington Post 12.16.06; Washington Post 12.2.10 |
Finegan | Paul J. | 1970 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused in 1980 of abusing 2 girls; renewed complaint in 1989 regarding same girls, including details of skin-to-skin sexual touching and names of 3 other possible victims; treated at Southdown and returned to ministry; removed in 2002 after nun reported to Cardinal Law that a "credible young man" had said he had been abused as a minor. "Voluntarily" laicized 2005. Last known to be living in Randolph. In 2009 another woman filed police report which alleged abuse when she worked in rectory as a young teen | Boston, MA | Source: Boston Globe 2.8.02; Selected Boston archdiocesan documents; Patriot Ledger 12.19.02; Catholic Online 3.17.06; Metro West Daily News 3.18.06; Patriot Ledger 10.20.08; Eagle-Tribune 3.28.10; National Catholic Register 8.25.11; The Patch 9.1.11; The Patch 9.2.11 Assignments: Boston archdiocesan assignment record |
| Finnerty | William A. | 1955 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Graduated from Conception Abbey. Accused (no date given) of abusing a woman more than 30 yrs previously when she was a minor. Because Finnerty was in ill health, archdiocese recommended that he remain at a care facility with restrictions on his duties.Died 10/09 at age 82.. | Kansas City, KS | Source: TheLeven.com 10.16.09; St. Patrick Catholic Church Bulletin 10.18.09; Lawrence Journal-World 6.24.10 |
| Fischer | John | 1964 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Per 3/02 article, man alleged in 1996 that he had been molested by Fischer at a Catholic school. Man said that when he was 11 Fischer pulled him over and kissed him on the lips during confession. Fischer continued to molest him for 2 more years. Diocese gave victim $125,000 in settlement for claims against Fischer, Fr. Manus Daly and (future) Bishop Anthony J. O'Connell. Removed from priesthood in 1993 after allegations involving other children. | Jefferson City, MO | Source: St. Louis Post Dispatch 3.8.02; Associated Press 3.12.02; Boston Globe 4.5.02; St. Louis Post Dispatch 11.13.04; St. Louis Post Dispatch 11.15.04; St. Louis Post-Dispatch 11.15.04; St. Louis Post-Dispatch 11.16.04; News Tribune 3.9.07 |
| Fischer | Lowell E. | 1954 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Originally ordained in Trappist Order before being incardinated in Diocese of Joliet. Moved to Hawaii in 1975 for a "18 year leave of absence." Worked as hospital chaplain for 1 yr. Became parish priest in 1977. One person filed suit in 1994 in HI alleging abuse by Fischer in 1992. Suit was settled out of court. Fischer returned to Joliet Diocese in 1993 on a restricted basis. Removed from ministry 2002 [after news of the HI suit??]. Died 6/2006 in Illinois. | Honolulu, HI | Source: Chicago Daily Herald 5.06.02; Honolulu Advertiser 5.06.02; Chicago Tribune 5.06.02; Chicago Sun Times 5.12.02; Chicago Sun Times 6.15.03; Diocese of Joliet Press Release 4.13.06; Herald News 5.17.06; Hawaii Catholic Herald 6.30.06 |
| Fischer, Jr. | Charles | 1990 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Admitted in 2/02 to sexual misconduct with children. At the time he was being treated in hospital for "serious illness" of unknown nature & had attempted suicide twice within 4 days. He even named names of families. Bishop suspended his faculties & police investigated. By 5/02 he recanted his confession. No victims came forward, Prosecutor said no charges filed. May have admitted to and recanted a similar story 10 years before. Priest in residence at cathedral per diocese website 1/09. | Fargo, ND | Source: Grand Forks Herald 2.16.02; Grand Forks Herald 2.17.02; Associated Press 3.12.02; Grand Forks Herald 3.23.02; Grand Forks Herald 3.31.02; Grand Forks Herald 5.5.02; Grand Forks Herald 5.11.02; Grand Forks Herald 5.11.02; Bismark Tribune 9.13.03 |
| Fiset | Louis Philippe | P | Accused | Dominican | Originally from Canada. Named in the 2005 Portland AG report as having abused one youth from age 14-18 between 1968-1978 in Lewiston. Report was made in 2003. He was shown as deceased. | Portland, ME | Source: Maine AG Document Production 5.27.05 | |
Fisette | Kevin R. | 1981 | P | Accused | Diocese | In 8/09, Fisette resigned from current parish in Pawtucket and was placed on admin. leave by Diocese after 3/09 complaint of sexual abuse of a minor in 1981-1982. This may have been during his first assignment after ordination. State police found allegations to be credible. No criminal charges due to SOL. | Providence, RI | Source: WPRI 8.24.09; Turn to 10 8.24.09; ABC 6 8.24.09; Providence Journal 8.24.09; Providence Journal 8.25.09; Pawtucket Times 8.25.09 |
| Fisher | Robert J. | 1980 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Convicted of a sexual offense committed against 14 year old girl in 1987 (referred to as misdemeanor charges of sexual imposition and contributing to sexual abuse of a minor). He served 30 days in jail in 1988 and underwent 4 years of therapy and counseling before being reinstated. Not permanently removed until 7/02 after Dallas Bishops' Conference. | Toledo, OH | Source: Associated Press 5.6.02; Dayton Daily News 5.12.02;; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; Toledo Blade 12.1.02; Toledo Blade 3.30.04; Toledo Blade 7.31.05; Diocese of Toledo Status Report 4.8.08 |
Fisher (Fischer) | Judith R. | N | Settled | Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet | Name is spelled both Fischer and Fisher. Accused in a 2003 suit of sexually abusing a girl, beginning at age 13 in 1972 and continuing until 1977. Abuse is alleged in the parish school, the convent, other places in St. Louis, and on a trip to Colorado. Fisher left the order in 1979. The St. Louis archdiocese settled the case in 2004, by which time Fisher was reportedly deceased. | St. Louis, MO | Source: Associated Press 6.5.03; St. Louis Post-Dispatch 6.06.03; Chicago Tribune 6.06.03; Associated Press 8.26.04; St. Louis Post-Dispatch 8.26.04; Belleville News-Democrat 8.27.04; St. Louis Post-Dispatch 12.21.04; SNAP Press Release 8.5.08; CBS 4 8.6.08; St. Louis Post-Dispatch 8.7.08; TheDenverChannel 8.7.08 | |
Fitz-Henry | Edward | 1985 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Ordained in Ireland. Worked in Monterey Diocese for over 20 yrs. Removed from current assignment after complaint of abuse at Madonna Del Sasso parish sent to Diocese 1/11. Additional info received on allegation of abuse involving a minor received approx 20 yrs previously and Review Board found that allegation to be credible. Civil suit filed 2/15/11. Police are investigating. Fitz-Henry has denied all allegations. One visiting priest removed for failing to report victim accusation. | Monterey, CA | Source: Blog of the Traditional Latin Mass at Mission San Juan Bautista 12.25.10; KION 2.15.11; Contra Costa Times 2.15.11; Monterey Herald 2.16.11; KION 2.16.11; Hollister Free Lance 2.16.11; Monterey Herald 2.17.11; Monterey County Weekly 2.17.11; The Californian 2.17.11; KSBW 2.17.11; The Californian 2.18.11; KION 2.19.11; Hollister Free Lance 2.19.11; The Herald 2.19.11; KION 2.21.11 Assignments: Hollister Free Lance 2.21.11 (add'l article); Yakima Herald-Republic 2.23.11 (add'l article); Monterey County Weekly 3.9.11 (add'l article); Monterey County Weekly 3.10.11 (add'l article); KION 4.15.11 (add'l article); KION 8.9.11 |
| Fitzgerald | Alfred J. | 1966 | P | Settled | Diocesan | In 1996 Woman alleged that he abused her when she was a high school student. Settled for $25,000 and written apology. He was placed on medical leave. Diocese wanted to return him to duty in 1999 but woman protested and they did not. In 2005 he was living at Regina Cleri Retirement Home in Missouri. | St. Louis, MO | Source: Kansas City Star 7.12.02; St. Louis Post-Dispatch 7.13.02; Times [Shrewsbury MO] 3.06.05 |
Fitzgerald | Matthew | 1968 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Accused of abuse of 1 teenage boy in Rockville Centre diocese in mid-1980s. Transferred to Palm Beach, Fl diocese in 1989. At least 4 separate allegations in parishes in Florida. Privileges removed by Palm Beach diocese in 2002. Named in 2003 civil suitin New York. Also sued in Florida. Identified as Priest B in the Suffolk Co Grand Jury Report | Rockville Centre, NY | Source: Sun-Sentinel 4.20.02; Newsday 4.23.02; Sun-Sentinel 4.24.02; Newsday 6.03.02; Suffolk County Grand Jury Report 1.17.03; Newsday 2.11.03; Newsday.com 3.18.03; Newsday 4.24.03; Sun-Sentinel 9.25.03; Sun-Sentinel 10.15.03; Palm Beach Post 2.28.04; Newsday 12.04.04; Sun-Sentinel 12.04.04; Tribune 2.7.10 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record and Other Info |
Fitzgerald | Michael C. | 1978 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused in 1999 of taking part in an inappropriate chat on the Internet with a person he thought was a 13-year-old boy. Instead, it was a law enforcement email sting. Removed by diocese and sent for therapy. Diocese was going to return him to a parish assignment but changed mind after he was later accused of having oral sex with a 12 yr old boy. Died in car crash 10/01. Was training to be hospital chaplain at the time of his death. | Dubuque, IA | Source: Associated Press 10.04.01; MemorialObituaries.com 10.5.01; Des Moines Register 3.8.02; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; Des Moines Register 1.17.04; Des Moines Register 2.28.04; Hudson Courier 4.04.04; Sioux City Journal 1.06.06; Archdiocesan Report of Accused Priests 9.22.06 |
| Fitzgerald | Unknown | P | Sued | Oblate | Fr. Fitzgerald was one of several religious accused in 2010 civil suit against Diocese, Oblates & Sisters of the Divine Savior which alleged abuse of students at Tekakwitha Indian Mission in Sisseton SD. Suit contains allegations by one man and one woman that he sexually abused them in 1960s. | Sioux Falls, SD | Source: MWD et al v. Catholic Diocese of Sioux Falls et al, Minnehaha County Circuit Court 7.30.10; Argus Leader 8.6.10; Sioux City Journal 8.6.10 | |
Fitzharris | Joseph L. | 1962 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Removed 1991. Accused of abuse. Criminally convicted in 1987. Resigned from priesthood 1/95. Archdiocese settled at least one claim in 5/07 $6.65M settlement with 14 people alleging abuse by 12 priests. Another man settled his claims for $875K in 7/07 just prior to filing suit. He had alleged abuse in 1970s between ages of 7-10. Laicized 5/09. Additional settlement with at least one man announced 8/30/11. Chicago AD will release names as part of settlement. | Chicago, IL | Source: Chicago Tribune 11.24.91; Chicago Archdiocesan Report 3.20.06 page 2; Earthtimes 5.29.07; Daily Southtown 5.29.07; Chicago Sun-Times 7.07.07; WQAD (AP) 7.08.07; Chicago Archdiocesan Report rev. 2009; Jeff Anderson & Assoc. Press Release 8.30.11; WXEL 8.29.11; WLS 8.29.11; Chicago Tribune 8.30.11; Chicago Sun-Times 8.30.11 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Fitzmaurice | Terence | 1963 | P | Accused | Benedictine | Accused of molesting at least 15 boys in early 1970s. Three settled with the Order and the Chicago Archdiocese in 2006. Negotiations continue with other claimants. Many were participants in job-training program run by the city of Chicago where Fitzmaurice was a supervisor. As many as 75 other claimants (boys and girls)exist. One woman alleged abuse over a 6 yr period. A suit filed 1/07 alleging abuse in Superior diocese. Other plaintiffs added 5/07. Orig. plaintiff settled 10/07. Others continue. | Chicago, IL | Source: Chicago Tribune 11.19.06; Chicago Sun-Times 11.19.06; Chicago Tribune 11.21.06; Chicago Tribune 11.22.06; The-Bee 12.7.06; The-Bee 2.7.07; The-Bee 2.14.07; The-Bee 3.14.07; The-Bee 3.14.07 (2nd); The-Bee 5.17.07; The-Bee 11.8.07; Chicago Tribune 11.21.09; The Final Call 1.1.10 |
| Fitzpatrick | James J. | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused of abuse in 1967-1968. Died. Extern priest from Texas working in Archdiocese. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 4 Assignments: LA Times Database 4.20.06 | |
| Fitzpatrick | John F. | 1964 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Accused in 1993 in an anonymous letter to Bishop Hubbard of sexually abusing one child. When confronted, admitted to abusing 3 children and was sent to Paracletes for treatment. Then worked in chancery until 1996, when allegations grew to at least 5, and he was asked to resign. Hubbard, Fitzpatrick, and accused Albany priest John Connolly were seminary classmates. | Albany, NY | Source: Times Union 7.30.02 |
| Fitzpatrick | Thomas Q. | 1976 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused of abuse of 1 individual in 1987. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 1 Assignments: LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
| Fitzsimmons | Eugene | B | Accused | Marinist | Per 2002 article, Fitzsimmons was accused of sexually abusing Michael Rodriguez 20 years ago when Rodriguez was a student at Catholic high school in San Antonio. Rodriguez, who was one of "Texas Seven" prison escapees who shot and killed police officer12/24/00, claimed in penalty portion of his trial for this murder that Fitzsimmons abused him. Defense atty even brought Fitzsimmons to Texas to testify at trial. Fitzsimmons invoked the Fifth Amendment and did not testify. | San Antonio, TX | Source: Associated Press 5.9.02; Ft. Worth Star Telegram 5.10.02 | |
Flanagan | Bernard A. | 1982 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Diocese announced 9/26/10 that Flanagan had been removed from his assignments as pastor of Annunciation, St. George, Our Lady of Mount Carmel Churches in Shenandoah and St. Mary Magdalen Church, Lost Creek and sent for treatment. Review Board found credible allegations of sexual abuse of a minor dating back approx. 25 yrs (1985?) when he was priest at Reading Central Catholic High School. May be other accuers. | Allentown, PA | Source: Allentown Morning Call 9.26.10; RepublicanHerald.com 9.26.10; WNEP 9.26.10; Reading Eagle 9.27.10; WNEP 9.27.10; Reading Eagle 10.8.10 |
| Flanagan | Michael T. | 1961 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Flanagan retired in 1999 after accusations that he had been arrested on charges of public lewdness involving adults in 1993 and 1997. He was suspended by Dallas Diocese in May 2002 after an accusation of sexual misconduct involving a minor in early 1980s. By 5/03, 3-4 men had alleged that they were abused as minors by Flanagan. One claim was settled out of court. | Dallas, TX | Source: Dallas Morning News 5.18.02; Dallas Morning News 5.18.03; Dallas Morning News 5.19.05; Dallas Morning News 7.14.06 |
| Flavin | Malachy ""Robert"" | B | Accused | Benedictine | Accused of abuse of older teenage boy in 1981. Boy told Order in 1992 and said Order knew of another victim. Order said Flavin left active status in 1987 after he was found drinking with yet another boy. Vatican was asked to laicize him in 2003 when he would not voluntarily leave the order. | Paterson, NJ | Source: NY Times 9.29.02; Observer-Tribune (NJ) 3.26.03; Daily Record 10.5.03; Star-Ledger 10.8.03; Observer-Tribune 10.23.03; Daily Record 8.5.04; Star-Ledger 8.6.04; Daily Record 4.28.07 | |
| Fleming | Mark | P | Sued | Diocesan | Accused in 2002 civil suit of abuse of 3 brothers in early 1980s. Assaults were reported in 1983 and case went to AG's office but it was not prosecuted. Diocese said that Fleming was not defrocked but his right to minister was revoked. Was sent to therapy for 2 yrs. He left priesthood in 1986. Diocese did not include him in long list of accused priests released in 2/02 because it was thought he died in 1997. Instead, he was alive. | Manchester, NH | Source: Associated Press 4.9.02; Lowell Sun 4.10.02; Documents re treatment at House of Affirmation 1983-1986; Manchester Report from NH Atty General 3.3.03; Documents from NH Atty General Report 3.3.03 | |
| Flemming | Francis J. | 1961 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Accused of abuse beginning in 1960. One man said that Flemming put a gun to his head and threatened to kill him if he told. Flemming denied allegations when confronted by church in 1960s. In 1994 RICO civil suit second man claimed abuse. One suit dismissed 1/03 because of accuser's credibility. Included in 3/03 $880,000 settlement. Died in 1986. | Camden, NJ | Source: Philadelphia Inquirer 11.1.94; Courier Post 4.14.02; Philadelphia Inquirer 7.21.02; Star-Ledger 3.14.03; Philadelphia Inquirer 10.16.05 |
| Flemming | James | 1986 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Man filed suit in Jan. 2004 alleging that he was abused by James Flemming and his brother Neil Flemming (also a priest) at Boystown, a Miami-area orphanage, beginning in 1969. At the time of the alleged abuse, James Flemming was not yet a priest. Suit alleges that both men used him as their "personal sex servant." James Flemming was a tutor at the school at the time of the alleged abuse. | Miami, FL | Source: Maimi Herald 1.21.04 |
| Flemming | Neil (brother of James) | 1958 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Placed on leave in 2002 after allegations of sexual misconduct with a minor. Incident was alleged to have occurred more than 30 years previously. Permanently removed in early 2004 after man filed civil suit alleging Flemming and his brother James abused him at Boystown. At least 1 suit settled 9/04 as part of large Arch. of Miami settlement. Two new suits filed 9/30/09 against Arch. of Miami and settled 2011. 3 new suits filed by 3 men 8/11. | Venice, FL | Source: Statement by Bishop Nevins 5.24.02; Sarasota Herald Tribune 5 29 02; Naples Daily News 4.28.03; Naples Daily News 1.13.04; Miami Herald 1.21.04; Miami Herald (AP) 1.21.04; Naples Daily News 1.21.04; Naples Daily News 1.23.04; Injury Board 9.5.08; CBS 4 9.30.09; Miami Herald 10.1.09; WSVN 10.1.09; WSVN 8.17.11; Miami Herald 8.17.11 |
| Fletcher | William J. | 1944 ? | P | Sued | Diocesan | Per 7.26.06 article, woman had just filed suit alleging abuse by Fletcher at St. Margaret Mary Alacoque Parish in Shelton in early 1960s, beginning when she was a 7 yr old girl. He died in April, 1988. Diocese says that there have been no other allegations against him. | Bridgeport, CT | Source: Connecticut Post 7.26.06 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Flickinger | Don D. | 1964 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Civil suit filed 8/9/11 accuses Flickinger of sexually abusing a 13 yr old boy at St. Frances Cabrini in San Jose in 2001. Suit also says that he abused in San Francisco and Fresno dioceses over a period of 40 years and that church authorities were aware of his activities. Lawsuit includes statements by many other witnesses and victims. | San Jose, CA | Source: KGO 8.10.11; KTVU.com 8.10.11; Huffington Post 8.12.11; Fresno Bee 8.12.11; Fresno Bee 8.16.11; KMPH 8.16.11; ABC 30 8.17.11; CBS 47 8.17.11; KMPH Fox 26 8.17.11; Mercury News 9.9.11 |
| Flood | J. Michael | 1968 | P | Suit Withdrawn | Diocesan | Suit filed 9/09 in DE accused Flood of abuse of youth at St. John Neumann H.S. in late 1970s. Archdiocese let him continue as Pastor of Saint Luke the Evangelist since Plaintiff's identity not known & suit filed before any investigation. He denied allegation; agreed to refrain from unsupervised ministry to youth. One of 21 priests placed on leave 3/7/11 pending investigation for credible allegations of sexual abuse of minors. Suit withdrawn 12/11 after major inconsistencies in Plaintiff's deposition. | Philadelphia, PA | Source: Archdiocese of Philadelphia Press Release 9.28.09; Philadelphia Inquirer 9.28.09; Bucks County Courier Times 9.29.09; Daily Times 9.29.09; Archdiocese of Philadelphia Press Release 3.8.11; Statement of Cardinal Rigali Regarding Administrative Leaves 3.8.11; Philadelphia Inquirer 3.8.11; NY Times 3.8.11; Philadelphia Inquirer 3.9.11; Philadelphia Inquirer 3.10.11; Philadelphia Inquirer 3.11.11; Philadelphia Inquirer 4.20.11; Montgomery Media 4.20.11; Philadelphia Inquirer 12.20.11 |
Flood | Joseph E. | 1949 | P | Accused | Stigmatine | Flood, who died in 1996, was accused in 8/02 article of having abused two or more students at Elm Bank minor seminary in Wellesley in late 1950s. | Springfield, MA | Source: Confratelli Stimmatini (after 10/31/96); Boston Globe 8.10.02 Assignments: BA.org Brief Assignment Record |
Flores | Alejandro (Alex) | 2009 | P | Arrested | Diocesan | Flores, a native of Bolivia, was ordained in 6/09. In 1/10, while at First Family, parishioners accused him of abusing their 13 yr old son for 5 yrs while he was still seminarian. Placed on leave 1/4/10. On 1/6/10, despite close monitoring, he attempted suicide by leaping from balcony of abandoned church. Hospitalized w/ serious head injuries. Released 1/20/10 and arrested. Charged 4/10 with attempted abuse of 1st victim's brother. Pleaded guilty 9/10 to 1st allegations. 4 yrs prison. | Joliet, IL | Source: Bolingbrook Sun 1.7.10; Chicago Breaking News 1.7.10; Chicago Tribune 1.8.10; Chicago Breaking News 1.20.10; Chicago Tribune 1.20.10; Chicago Breaking News 1.21.10; St. Charles Republican 1.22.10; Chicago Sun-Times 1.23.10; Batavia Republican 2.10.10; Wayne Republican 2.18.10; The Chronicle 3.12.10; The Chronicle 3.17.10; The Chronical 3.18.10; Geneva Sun 4.20.10; Chicago Tribune 4.21.10 Assignments: St. Charles Republican 4.30.10 (add'l article); Kane County Chronicle 5.1.10 (add'l article); St. Charles Republican 5.28.10 (add'l article); Geneva Republican 9.8.10 (add'l article); Chicago Daily Herald 9.8.10 (add'l article); Chicago Tribune 11.19.11 (add'l article) |
Flores | Miguel | 1994 | P | Acquitted | Diocesan | ACQUITTED by jury 8.02 on three counts of focrible rape, three counts of sex with a minor and charge of making threats and intimidating a witness. 16 yr old girl said he assaulted her in Jan-Feb. 2002 at the rectory. Diocese of Fresno said he "could return to active ministry next year" per 8/02 article. Still active priest 2010 per diocese website. | Fresno, CA | Source: Fresno Bee 3.13.02; Associated Press 4.9.02; Fresno Bee 4.10.02; Fresno Bee 5.1.02; Fresno Bee 6.5.02; Fresno Bee 6.21.02; Fresno Bee 7.23.02; Fresno Bee 8.21.02; Fresno Bee 8.22.02; Fresno Bee 8.23.02; Fresno Bee 8.24.02 |
| Florez | Laurence | 1959 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Two men (one of them his nephew) claim abuse over a period of several years by Florez, John Maurice Giandelone, and Henry Perez. Apparently abuse of both boys occured while Florez was under treatment at St. Joseph's Center. Civil suit filed 6/30/93. On 5/16/96 the Arizona Supreme Court at 1996 Ariz. Lexis 59 ruled that 1 plaintiff's case barred by statute of limitations. No mention of 2nd Plaintiff in ruling. Florez left priesthood before the suit was filed. | Phoenix, AZ | Source: Arizona Republic 7.10.93; Phoenix Gazette 2.07.94; Arizona Republic 11.10.02 |
Flosi | James Vincent | 1971 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Sued 2005. Accused of abuse of 1 Quigley Theological Seminary student in 1980 while assigned to Holy Name Cathedral. Resigned from priesthood 7/92. Later became founder and CEO of Aidscare in Chicago. Laicized 10/10. | Chicago, IL | Source: Chicago Tribune 3.3.05; Chicago Archdiocesan Report 3.20.06 page 2; Chicago Sun-Times 3.21.06; Journal of Oak Park and River Forest 11.11.07; Chicago Archdiocesan Report accessed 7.5.11 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Flynn | Frank | 1967 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Accused of seducing at least 3 women and of kissing and groping a young girl from ages 12-18. Police closed investigation 9/02. Diocese was notified at least 4 times between 1982 and 1997 that Flynn was seducing women. Flynn left diocese in 1997 and returned to native Ireland because of "weak heart". Working at seminary in Dublin in 2002 but retired by 2004. Diocese paid at least 2 settlements re Flynn. Named in 1 suit. | Palm Beach, FL | Source: Sun Sentinel 3.28.02; Palm Beach Post 4.5.02; Sun-Sentinel 4.19.02; Palm Beach Post 4.19.02; Sun Sentinel 4.24.02; Palm Beach Post 5.4.02; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; Palm Beach Post 3.09.03; Palm Beach Post 2.28.04; Palm Beach Post 12.12.04; Palm Beach Post 12.12.04; Irish Independent 2.1.09 |
| Flynn | Herman Francis | 1929 | P | Accused | Congregation of the Holy Ghost | Born in Canada. Flynn, an order priest, served in SC, MI & VA before working in San Diego Diocese from 1963-1977. His name appears on list of priests with credible allegations released by San Diego diocese 3/30/07. No specific information can be found about allegations against him. Died 4/13/77. Personnel file released 10/25/10. | San Diego, CA | Source: Lompoc Record 3.30.07; Diocese of San Diego List, 3.30.07; San Diego Union Tribune 3.31.07; Documents Released by San Diego Diocese 10.25.10 |
| Flynn | John A. | 1952 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Flynn, originally from Ireland, admitted 10/97 that he had a sexual encounter with a female adolescent more than 20 years before. Woman wrote to Archdiocese in 9/97. Flynn removed from postion & sent to Maryland treatment center for evaluation. Supposedly left active ministry but in 1999 he moved to Tyler TX diocese with full knowledge of bishop. He "retired" in 2002. | San Antonio, TX | Source: San Antonio Express News 10.13.97; San Antonio Exress News 10.14.97; San Antonio Express News 10.25.97; San Antonio Express News 11.20.99; Longview News-Journal 5.20.02; Longview News-Journal 5.21.02; Associated Press 5.22.02; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; Corpus Christi Caller Times 6.14.02; Longview News Journal 5.14.05; Longview News-Journal 5.18.05; Tribune 2.7.10 |
Flynn, Jr. | John H. | 1955 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Retired. Accused in 1/03 civil suit of fondling a 6-year-old girl in 1978. Flynn denied the accusation. Settled by arbitration with the archdiocese in 2003. Reinstated in 10/05 by archdiocese, which stated that the allegation could not be substantiated.See 8/11 Boston AD database. In his mid-80s when he died 1/30/11 | Boston, MA | Source: Boston Globe 1.30.03; Boston Herald 1.30.03; Centre Daily Times 4.25.04; Boston Globe (AP) 10.25.05; McDonald Funeral Homes website accessed 2.11.11; TheBostonPilot.com 2.11.11; National Catholic Register 8.25.11 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Flynt | James M. | 1985 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Flynt's name appears on Archdiocese's 7/9/04 list of priests fully restricted from ministry (or who would have been restricted if still living) because of credible allegations of abuse. Unable to locate name in 2002 Catholic Directory but Flynt did preside at a funeral 4/02. Has been laicized per Archdiocesan list 7/04. | Milwaukee, WI | Source: Statement by Archdiocese of Milwaukee 7.9.04; Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 7.10.04; Archdiocese of Milwaukee Website (updated 11.26.07) Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Foisy | Leonard R. | 1957 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Suit filed in 1994 says Foisy and three other priests abused a man over 4 yrs in 1960s' Foisy was administrator of St. John's Seminary. Timothy Babcock, Gary Berthiume and Ronald Modras were other accused priests. He was serving as a chaplain at Catholic Medical Center in 1996 when he was placed on sick leave. | Detroit, MI | Source: Detroit News 5.24.94; United Press International 5.25.94 |
| Foley | George | 1963 | P | Sued | Sacred Heart | Ordained in Ireland. Accused in 2002 of abuse of 1 girl from 1971-1974 while he was sexually involved with her mother. Archdiocese knew in 1974 of allegations re involvement w/ women. Left Order and Archdiocese in 1974. Named in 1 civil suit 2003 | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 4 Assignments: LA Archdiocesan Report Addendum 11.15.05; LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
Foley | James D. | 1960 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Sent to the Calgary diocese because of a relationship with a 19-year-old woman. Calgary sent Foley back to Boston in 1968 after more trouble with the woman and "others." Foley admitted to Law and McCormack in 1993 that he had fathered two children with a woman and later abandoned her during a fatal drug overdose. But Foley continued to serve until the notes of that meeting were revealed in 12/02. Shortly thereafter Law resigned. Wrongful death suit settled 2004. | Boston, MA | Source: McCormack Notes 12.23.93; Boston Globe 12.6.02; Documents from Foley's Personnel File; Boston Herald 3.13.03; Boston Herald 1.31.04; Patriot Ledger 10.20.08 Assignments: Boston Archdiocesan Assignment Record |
| Foley | James J. | 1978 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Personnel file released 12/02 showed that Foley was placed on leave in 1999 for allegedly fondling a 14-yr old boy's genitals under pretense of measuring him for bodybuilding training. Foley denied allegation, saying he was guilty only of "gross stupidity and indiscretion." Banned from ministering to minors in 2000. Supposedly several other complaints had been made but were not found in personnel file as released. On administrative leave with canonical case in progress as of 8/11. | Boston, MA | Source: Boston Globe 12.12.02; Boston Herald 12.18.02; Boston Globe 1.10.03; WNAW AM 1230 (AP) 1.12.03; Boston Globe 3.5.03; National Catholic Register 8.25.11; Salem News 8.26.11 Assignments: Boston Archdiocesan Assignment Record; Other Boston Assignment Record with NM Job; Other Boston Assignment Record with NM Job |
| Foley | Robert | P | Settled | Diocesan | Per 2002 report, in 1985, Michael Driscoll, then chancellor of Orange diocese, now Bishop of the Diocese of Boise, wrote to a priest in Liverpool, England, begging him to take Foley. Foley had just admitted to molesting an 8 yr old boy during a camping trip organized by St. Justin Martyr. Boy's mother threatened to go to the police and Foley was in jeopardy of arrest and possible imprisonment in he stayed in U.S. Foley left for England and never faced prosecution for the molestation. Civil suit settled | Orange, CA | Source: OC Register 4.30.87; OC Register 8.11.87; LA Times 10.10.87; OC Register 8.16.88; OC Register 5.4.93; OC Register 4.17.02; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; USA Today 11.11.02; Diocese of Orange News Release 1.10.04; LA Times 1.11.04; OC Register 1.13.04; OC Weekly 7.9.04; OC Weekly 3.4.05; LA Times 1.11.06; OC Weekly 3.18.09 Assignments: OC Weekly 3.4.05 | |
Foley | Stephen C. | 1967 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Named in multiple civil suits by men claiming abuse when they were teenagers. Often used his position as fire and police chaplain to meet victims and to lure them into relationships. One man's father reported Foley to the diocese in 1960s. Not removed by archdiocese until 1993 after one man told police. Removed from position as state police chaplain around the same time. $500K settlement 3/07. $600K settlement 3/08. $750K settlement 1/09. Total of 13 settlements in all. | Hartford, CT | Source: Hartford Courant 8.17.02; Hartford Courant 10.03.02; Hartford Courant 10.09.02; Hartford Courant 3.19.03; Connecticut Post 8.03.03; Hartford Courant 11.01.05; New York Times 11.01.05; The Day 11.30.06; Newsday 3.23.07; Hartford Courant (AP) 3.23.07; Hartford Courant 3.25.07; Hartford Courant 3.27.07; Hartford Courant 3.28.07; Hartford Courant 3.29.07; Hartford Courant 3.31.01 Assignments: Hartford Courant 5.12.07 (add'l article); Hartford Courant 2.29.08 (add'l article); Hartford Courant 3.05.08 (add'l article); Hartford Courant 3.06.08 (add'l article); Hartford Courant 10.7.08 (add'l article); Hartford Courant 1.27.09 (add'l article) |
| Fontenot | Ronald Lane "Jean Paul" | < 1970 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Accused of abuse in Louisiana in mid 1970s. Civil Suit filed in Louisiana in 1983. Placed on leave and sent for counseling in 1983. Then transferred to Spokane as drug/alcohol counselor. Abused at least 3 there. Criminal conviction in 1986 resulted in1 yr jail and 2 yrs Jemez Springs (on probation). Six civil suits filed in Spokane in 1986 and settled in 1989. Another civil suit filed there in 2003. | Lafayette, LA | Source: The Times of Acadiana 1.30.86; United Press International 2.9.86; United Press International 2.22.86; United Press International 3.4.86; United Press International 6.9.86; United Press International 7.18.86; United Press International 7.29.86; Associated Press 2.15.87; San Jose Mercury News 12.31.87 (Major Accounts); National Law Journal 4.4.88; Spokesman Review 3.13.03 |
| Forand | Joseph Clarence W. | 1945 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Man told diocese in 1993 that Forand had molested him for several years, beginning at age 8 or 9. Misconduct Committee did nothing because Forand had already retired. Forand continued to assist as retired priest until 2002 norms were issued. His privileges were removed at age 85. One claim settled as part of 2004 $7.5M settlement reached between 45 claimants and the Diocese of Springfield involving 18 priests. Placed under prayer & penance until his death in May, 2005. | Springfield, MA | Source: Springfield Republican 7.6.04; Springfield Republican 8.17.04; Springfield Republican 8.17.04; FindAGrave.com 2005; Press Release by The Office of Stobierski & Stobierski, 12.3.08 |
| Ford | Francis J. | 1951 | P | Sued | Franciscan | Man filed 2002 abuse suit against archdiocese and the Order alleging abuse by Ford for 2 years beginning in 1961. Boy was 12 when abuse began. Ford apparently moved back and forth between Portland Diocese and positions in California. Ford died in 1985. Suit settled 2003 or 2004. Ford used the name Francis J. Ford but believe this is his priestly name. He also signed documents John E. Ford when he was chaplain at Napa State Hospital from Jan. 1973 to March, 1977. | Portland, OR | Source: Associated Press 5.06.02; Oregonian 5.07.02; Sunday Oregonian 7.07.02; Table: The Oregonian 11.12.06; Contra Costa Times 4.01.08 |
Ford | James M. | 1966 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Accused of abuse of 14-year-old student from 1968 until 1971 at Orange County's Mater Dei High School and Holy Family per suit in Los Angeles. Archdiocese investigated and found no basis for allegation. Accuser received $225K settlement from Orange Diocese and more from LA. Accuser told LA Archbishop of many other victims. Transferred to Santa Barbara area in 1971 even after accuser told two priests (both accused abusers) about the abuse. Did not retire until 6/05. Died 5/22/11. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: Los Angeles Times 2.7.04; LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 1; John Roe 4 vs. Does, Cause No. 1156450, Superior Court of California; Santa Barbara News-Press 9.27.04; Los Angeles Times 1.4.05; Press-Enterprise 9.19.05; The Tidings 5.31.11 Assignments: LA Archdiocesan Report Addendum 11.15.05; LA Times Database 4.20.06; OC Weekly 3.4.05 |
Ford | Thomas Cuthbert | B | Convicted | CFC - Congregation of Christian Brothers | Ford, an American & Irish citizen, was accused of beating 5 boys at Mount Cashel orphanage in Newfoundland 1956-1959. Ford had previously taught grammar school in Newfoundland. Left Canada for U.S. and taught at Bergen Catholic in Newark archdiocese 1986-1996. Indicted in Canada in 1996. In 2000 he agreed to return to Canada. Charges reduced. He pled guilty to brutally beating one of the boys in a shower and was sentenced to 5 months in jail 8/00. Died 12/24/08. | Newark, NJ | Source: Associated Press 3.28.99; Associated Press 4.2.99; The Record (NJ) 8.2.99; The Record 8.21.00; NY Times 8.22.00; Star-Ledger 8.25.00; The Record 8.26.00; NY Times 8.26.00; The Record 12.27.08 | |
Forish | Stephen | 1972 | P | Sued | Diocesan | 6 parents complained in early 1990s about Forist "luring" their children. Accused in 1996 of soliciting sex from 22 yr old man. Acquitted in 1998. Sued 2004. Still priest as of 2006 but not active. He was arrested in Sept. 2006 for soliciting sex from 26 yr old man on a street corner in Greensburg PA. Forish had been working as a non-church affiliated at the time of his arrest. Plea deal (terms undisclosed) reached 11/06. Died in 1 car auto accident 12/06. | Allentown, PA | Source: Morning Call 9.24.96; Morning Call 10.16.96; Express Times 9.13.06; Morning Call 1.17.98; Morning Call 1.14.04; Express Times 9.13.06; Tribune Review 9.13.06; Express Times 9.14.06; Morning Call 10.04.96; Morning Call 9.14.06; WPXI 9.14..06; WPXI 11.02.06; Tribune Review 11.03.06; Morning Call 12.15.06; Express Times 12.15.06 |
| Forman | Bruce | 1974 | P | Accused | Diocesan | 14 yr old youth wrote to Archdiocese in 1983 complaining of assault on several occasions by Forman. Gave the youth pornography and beer. Youth said in letter "I know it's happened before." No response from Archdiocese. Youth said he gave another priesta list of 10-15 names of boys who said they believed Forman had been inappropriate with them. In 1995 the same person sued archdiocese but suit later dismissed on statute problems. Forman was still active priest.in July, 2002. | St. Louis, MO | Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch 3.03.02; NY Times 3.03.02; St. Louis Post-Dispatch 3.11.02; St. Louis Post-Dispatch 4.14.02; St. Louis Post-Dispatch 7.30.02 |
| Formusa | Salvatore | 1935 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Named on 4.10.06 Joliet Diocese list of priests with substantiated allegations. Retired 1985. Deceased. | Joliet, IL | Source: Diocese of Joliet Press Release 4.09.06; Herald News 4.11.06; Chicago Tribune 4.11.06; Chicago Tribune 4.12.06; Herald News 5.17.06 |
Forrester | John C. (Fidelis) | 1954 | P | Sued | Benedictine | Listed on the Davenport IA Diocese's 7/08 list of accused priests with credible allegations against him involving 3 minor males beginning in 1955. Several 2002 & 2003 suits in Seattle accused Forrester of abuse of boys in mid 1970s on church outings and overnight trips. Died in 2002. 7 plaintiffs participated in $2.6M settlement in 2005 re St. Benedict's Abbey, Kansas City KS archdiocese. Also settlement 11/06 re Seattle claims. New suit 12/10. | Davenport, IA | Source: Seattle Post-Intelligencer 11.26.02; Seattle Times 11.27.02; Seattle Times 9.21.03; Seattle Post Intelligencer 1.06.05; Seattle Post Intelligencer 8.27.05; Spokesman Review 8.27.05; Davenport Diocese Creditors Committee Website; Benedictine Priests in the Davenport Diocese 1960-1965; Quad-City Times 7.10.08; Lawrence Journal-World 6.24.10; Seattle Times 12.11.10 Assignments: Catholic Messenger 7.17.08; BA.org Concise Assignment Record |
Forry | Thomas P. | 1966 | P | Accused | Diocesan | In 1984, therapists suggested that Forry be sent for long-term hospitalization and treatment; he refused to go. Even though Archdiocese knew of allegations of sexual abuse and beatings of preteen boy by Forry and affairs with women, he was allowed to serve as army chaplain from 1988-1992. See history in personnel file. Abuse matter settled for $30K 12/93. Placed on leave in 2002. ?Voluntarily? laicized in 2006. Lives in South Boston 10/08. Boston AD database in 8/11 says case concluded canonically. | Boston, MA | Source: Patriot Ledger 2.8.02; Boston Herald 2.8.02; Boston Globe 2.8.02; Boston Globe 12.4.02; Patriot Ledger 12.17.02; Newsday 2.10.03; Boston Globe 3.5.03; Associated Press 10.8.03; BostonChannel.com 10.10.03; Boston Globe 3.18.06; Patriot Ledger 3.18.06; Patriot Ledger 10.20.08; National Catholic Register 8.25.11 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Forster | Albert J. | 1926 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Accused of abuse of several boys in 1960s. Died 1990. Named in at least 2 civil suits filed against diocese in 2004. Suits settled in 2004 and 2005. | Dubuque, IA | Source: Globe Gazette 1.05.06; Diocese of Dubuque Annual Report 1.06.06; Sioux City Journal 1.06.06; Des Moines Register 1.06.06; Archdiocese of Dubuque 2.21.06; Telegraph Herald 3.07.06 Assignments: Archdiocesan Report on Assignments and Other Info 9.22.06 |
Forsythe | James A. | 1983 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Pleaded guilty 12/89 to having sexual relations with teenage boy over 2 yr period. Sentenced to 1-5 yrs jail but served 3-4 months in jail and then probation; sent for treatment in NM for 7 months. Victim got cash settlement from Diocese. On leave per1990 OCD. Papers say he left priesthood then. Became minister for protestant sect until forced to resign after community learned of past. Living in FL and Costa Rica as of 2009 per FL Sex Offender Registry. | Kansas City, KS | Source: Kansas City Star 5.4.02; Rocky Mountain News 5.7.02; NY Times 5.10.02; Kansas City Star 5.15.02; Lawrence Journal-World 6.24.10 |
| Fortier | Roger Armand | 1980 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | By 1984 Fortier had admitted to Chancellor that he watched pornographic filmes and gave alcohol to minor boys and then abused them. Arrested 1997 for molesting 2 boys at the rectory in mid 1990s. Also charged with possession of child porn. Convicted 7/98 and sentenced to 30 to 60 years in prison for abuse of two youths. Pled guilty 11/97 to attempted abuse of a 3rd youth and rec'd concurrent 5-10 yr sentence. Other victims came forward 2002 & 2003. Still in prison 5/11. | Manchester, NH | Source: Union Leader 10.29.97; Union Leader 11.1.97; Union Leader 12.17.97; New Hampshire Sunday News 6.28.98; Union Leader 7.16.98; Union Leader 7.31.98; Union Leader 8.5.98; Boston Globe 8.8.98; Union Leader 10.10.98; Union Leader 11.17.98; Associated Press 2.15.02; Manchester Report from NH Atty General 3.3.03; Documents from NH Atty General Report 3.3.03; Union Leader 3.4.03; Union Leader 3.4.03 Assignments: Telegraph 3.4.03 (add'l article); Concord Monitor 3.6.03 (add'l article); Union Leader News 11.10.03 (add'l article); Union Leader 11.11.97; NH AG Audit Records 3.26.09 |
Fortner | Douglas F. | 1970 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Placed on leave in Nov. 2006 after "credible allegation" of sexual abuse of a child dating back at least 25 years. Diocese is continuing its investigation. | Covington, KY | Source: WCPO 11.19.06; Cincinnati Enquirer 11.20.06 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Foster | Michael Smith | 1980 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Top Canon lawyer in Archdiocese. Accused in 8/02 lawsuit of abusing a man when he was a teenager in 1980s. Suspended from duties. After number of people raised serious doubts leveled about veracity of the accuser, the man dropped the case. Law first agreed to reinstate Foster; then withdrew. Reinstated 11/02. investigation reviewed 9/03. Living in FL as of 6/07. No restrictions. See 8/11 Boston AD database re accused priests. | Boston, MA | Source: Boston Globe 8.17.02; Boston Herald 8.17.02; Boston Globe 8.22.02; Boston Globe 8.23.02; Boston Globe 8.30.02; NY Times 8.31.02; Boston Globe 9.4.02; Boston Globe 11.24.02; Boston Globe 12.13.02; Boston Herald 12.26.02; Boston Herald 12.28.02; Boston Globe 12.28.02; Boston Globe 1.15.03; Boston Herald 1.16.03; Boston Herald 9.25.03 Assignments: Boston Herald 9.26.03 (add'l article); Boston Herald 12.2.03 (add'l article); Boston Herald 1.19.05 (add'l article); Boston Herald 6.21.07 (add'l article); National Catholic Register 8.25.11 (add'l article); Boston Archdiocesan Assignment Record |
| Foster | Robert L. | D | Convicted | Diocesan | Foster, a deacon for 18 years and retired Judge, was charged in 1997 with sexually abusing a 12 yr old girl when she and her younger sister stayed overnight at his home. He also tried to get her to let him take pictures of her. Girl was altar server at church where Foster served. He pleaded no contest in 1998--5 yr deferred adjudication. In 2000, he was charged with stalking girl and sentence was revised to 5 yrs probation. Died in 2003. | Oklahoma City, OK | Source: Tulsa World 5.23.97; Daily Oklahoman 6.9.98; Tulsa World 7.29.98; Daily Oklahoman 2.4.00; Daily Oklahoman 2.11.00; Daily Oklahoman 3.4.00; Daily Oklahoman 2.3.03 | |
| Fountain | Dennis | 1981 | P | Arrested | Franciscan | Fountain, Dean of Students at St. Catherine's Indian School, was indicted 1/87 on more than 170 counts of sexual abuse (most charges were against 1 of 3 accusers). Indictments were dismissed because a DA was alleged to have tampered with Grand Jury. Reindicted 9/87 on other charges. Apparently found not guilty because he became pastor of St. Helena Parish in Hobbs, NM (Las Cruces Diocese). 4/25/10 bulletin requested prayers for him as he was ill and he is no longer shown as pastor. | Santa Fe, NM | Source: United Press International 1.15.87; United Press International 5.5.87; United Press International 5.12.87; United Press International 6.9.87; United Press International 9.16.87; United Press International 10.7.87; United Press International 10.7.87; New Mexican 10.7.07; United Press International 10.31.87 |
| Fournier | Roger E. | 1970 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Per personnel filed released 3/03, fournier and another priest abused one youth in 1973. Investigative report reflects telephone contact with the victim in 2/02. Reports that both priests had befriended the victim and his brother after the death of their father. (In places, name is also spelled Fornier) | Manchester, NH | Source: Manchester Report by NH Atty General 3.3.03; Documents from Report by NH Atty General 3.3.03; Union Leader 3.4.03 |
| Fowler | John | B | Accused | Stigmatine | Fowler?s name was turned over to authorities for investigation of possible abuse charges in 2002. 7/04 article noted that one man has sued Boston and Albany dioceses alleging abuse by Fowler when he attended Elm Bank Minor Seminary in MA and by Albany priest as an adult. When he told another priest about the abuse, the priest tried to have the abusers punished. Instead, the priest bringing the complaints was punished by being transferred at least twice. Omitted from 2011 Boston AD Database.. | Boston, MA | Source: Boston Globe 8.10.02; Troy Record 7.15.04; Boston Globe 11.20.11 | |
| Fox | Francis | B | Accused | Jesuit | One pending claim against Fox shown in bankruptcy reorganization documents for Fairbanks Diocese 1/25/10. Died in 1989 per Marquette Univ. records. Believed to be the nephew of Fr. John Fox. | Fairbanks, AK | Source: Spokesman-Review 7.13.63; Excerpt from Bankruptcy Reorganization Documents for Fairbanks Diocese 1.25.10, p. 2 | |
| Fox | John P. | < 1931 | P | Accused | Jesuit | One pending claim against Fox shown in bankruptcy reorganization documents for Fairbanks Diocese 1/25/10. Worked in Hooper Bay parish from 1931-1946 and in Pilot Station parish between 1946-1965. Worked at St. Mary's Mission under James Poole from 1963-1964. | Fairbanks, AK | Source: The Alaskan Shepherd June-July 2003; Excerpt from Bankruptcy Reorganization Documents for Fairbanks Diocese 1.25.10, p. 2; BA.org Assignment Record of James Poole; Pilot Station - Saint Charles Spinola Catholic Church Web Site 1.25.10 |
Fraga | Bento R. | 1956 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Fraga retired in 2005 but still assisted in various duties. In Jan. 2008 Diocese received report that he had molested one minor on one occasion in 1979 at Holy Ghost Parish. He has denied all allegations. After investigation, the Review Board found the allegations credible. His removal from Ministry was announced March 16, 2008. As of 4/08, accuser had decided not to press criminal charges. at that time. | Fall River, MA | Source: Sun Chronicle 3.17.08; Wicked Local 3.17.08; WPRI 3.17.08; Providence Journal 3.18.08; SouthCoast Today 3.18.08; Taunton Daily Gazette 3.18.08; Sun Chronicle 3.18.08; ProvinceTown Banner 3.20.08; Wicked Local 3.20.08; Sun Chronicle 3.21.08; Sun Chronicle 4.18.08 Assignments: Wicked Local 3.20.08 |
Francis | George J. | 1937 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Francis is accused of raping a 7 yr old girl in 1959. The woman filed a lawsuit in early 1990s and settled with Diocese in 1993. Officials denied any wrongdoing by priest. Francis retired in 1988 and died in 1998. Another suit filed 11/02 by a woman who alleged that Francis abused her from 1979-1982 (aged 5-11). This suit was settled in Jan. 2004 for $3 million. Both victims went public in 2002; Diocese admitted abuse and admitted other victims.Total of 9 known victims. | Oakland, CA | Source: Daily Review 11.15.02; Oakland Tribune 12.23.02; Diocese of Oakland Apology Services 2004; LA Times 1.24.04; SF Chronicle 1.26.04; Tri-Valley Herald 3.3.04; San Jose Mercury News 3.30;08; San Jose Mercury News 3.31.08; Contra Costa Times 4.1.08; Bay Area News Group 4.1.08 |
| Francisco | Alexander | 1979 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Came to the diocese from the Philippines in 1991. Placed on leave 7/02 from St. Bernadette Church for a single offense of improper touching of an older teenager which occurred "a number of years ago." The victim and parents told the Bishop at some point and requested that Francisco get psychological treatment. This was provided and Francisco was cleared to return to work by a review committee. No other offenses. Not reported to police. May have requested laicized. | Houma-Thibodaux, LA | Source: Houma Today 7.2.02; Associated Press 7.2.02; Associated Press 7.3.02 |
| Frank | Clement | 1934 | P | Sued | Benedictine | Man filed suit in April, 2002 alleging that Frank, later principal at Mount Angel Seminary, raped him at age 7 in church basement in the 1950s. Claims were based on repressed memories. Frank died in 1996 at age 89. In 3/08, Oregon Court of Appeals upheld dismissal of suit against Archdiocese. Litigation still pending 11/08. | Portland, OR | Source: Sunday Oregonian 4.14.02; Oregonian 4.15.02; Sunday Oregonian 7.7.02; Spokesman Review 11.20.02; Table: The Oregonian 11.12.06; OregonLive 3.19.08; The Oregonian 3.20.08; Final Report on Document Arbitration 11.24.08; Woodburn Independent 1.9.10 |
| Frank | Father | P | Sued | Benedictine | Man filed suit 12/09 in Federal court alledging that "Father Frank", a priest assigned to St. Joseph Church & School in Mandan, ND, abused and raped him on multiple occasions between 1955-1957 when he was an altar boy. | Bismarck, ND | Source: KFGO 12.13.09 | |
| Franklin | Jonathan W. | P | Charged | Benedictine | Accused of sexually assaulting 12 yr old boy in 1985 when he was temporarily assigned to St. Anne's Church Pensacola. He committed suicide in 1986 just prior to time his trial was to begin. Prior to joining St. Bernard Abbey in Cullman, he worked in Savannah, Atlanta and Alexandria, La. | Pensacola-Tallahassee, FL | Source: United Press International 8.1.86; Cleveland Plain Dealer 5.25.02; Cleveland Plain Dealer 5.25.02 (2nd article) | |
| Fraser | Michael B. | 1975 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Accused in 1998 lawsuit of molesting a 17 yr old youth in Pearl River in 1991. Fraser denied the allegations and was allowed to remain on duty during the lawsuit. Suit finally settled 2004. Placed on leave without privileges in 2004 after Archdiocese learned of allegation that he sexually abused another child in mid 1980s in Pearl River parish. Review Board found this allegation to be credible. Note that in at least one article, name is spelled Frazier. Church trial ordered. Fraser sued Archdiocese 1/05 | New Orleans, LA | Source: Times-Picayune 12.5.99; LA Court of Appeals 2.13.03 Decision in 2002 CA 0429; Times-Picayune 6.6.03; Times-Picayune 1.25.04; Times-Picayune 1.26.04; Times-Picayune 3.14.04; Times-Picayune 10.6.04; Times-Picayune 10.10.04; Times-Picayune 10.13.04; Times-Picayune 1.8.05; Times-Picayune 2.11.05 |
| Fratic | Joseph P. | 1963 | P | Sued | Diocesan | One man filed suit 2/04 alleging that he was molested by Fratic, then at St. Paul's in Cambridge, after another priest lured him to Fratic's home. Suit says the other priest, Paul Hurley (another accused abuser), gave the 13 yr old boy porno and alcohol and Fratic molested him on one occasion. Privileges removed 2004 by the Archdiocese. Still on administrative leave as of 8/11 and canonical proceedings are still in process per Boston AD database. | Boston, MA | Source: Boston Herald 2.6.04; Boston Globe 2.6.04; Archdiocese of Boston Statement 9.17.04; National Catholic Register 8.25.11 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Frazier | Richard | 1996 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Removed 1/06 after allegations of abuse by Frazier in late 1970s-early 1980s prior to his ordination. Allegations were made as part of settlement of class action suit against Diocese. Frazier denied all the allegations. Initial reports show that at least one allegation occurred in late 1990s after his ordination. | Covington, KY | Source: WCPO 1.12.06; Community Recorder 1.12.06; Kentucky Post 1.13.06; Cincinnati Enquirer 1.13.06 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Freddrick | Mary | N | Sued | Society of the Holy Child Jesus | Woman filed suit 2/07 against order alleging abuse by Mother Mary Freddrick and Mother Mary Eucharistica between 1958-1962 at Holy Child Academy and St. Rose's Catholic School. Abuse by Mother Mary Freddrick alleged to have taken place in 1962. Plaintiff has already settled with the Portland Archdiocese. | Portland, OR | Source: Table: The Oregonian 11.16.06; KGW (AP) 2.06.07; Associated Press 2.06.07 | |
| Frederick | James | 1959 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Name appears on Joliet Diocese 4/10/06 list of priests with substantiated allegations. Died 1988. | Joliet, IL | Source: Diocese of Joliet Press Release 4.09.06; The Herald News 4.11.06; Chicago Tribune 4.11.06; Chicago Sun Times 4.11.06; The Herald News 5.17.06 |
| Fredette | Joseph A. | 1957 | P | Convicted | Augustinians of the Assumption | Fled to Canada 1974 after accusations he molested 2-3 boys at halfway house for delinquents. Indicted in 1992. Arrested 1994 and extradited from Canada. Civil suit filed 1993 in NH by another man. $100K decision for Plaintiff 10/94. Convicted 1995;sentenced to 3 concurrent 4-5 year sentences in prison. Served his time and was released. MA Supreme Court overturned the conviction 10/02, citing procedural errors. Named in DA's report re Worcester Diocese. May have died in MI in 2010. | Worcester, MA | Source: Boston Globe 8.2.92; Boston Globe 8.4.92; Boston Globe 8.6.92; Boston Globe 9.17.92; United Press International 6.9.94; United Press International 7.11.95; Boston Globe 7.12.95; Worcester Magazine 9.24.97; Boston Globe 10.12.02; Telegram and Gazette 10.12.02 |
Freitas | Robert E. | 1972 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Sent for treatment and placed on "restricted ministry" in 1985 after two boys complained of sexual abuse. In 2002, man told Diocese Freitas had molested him in 1979. Police notified. Plaintiff wore a wire during meeting; Freitas admitted abuse and was arrested. Accuser also filed suit. Police believe there were at least 4 more victims from about the same time frame. Pled guilty 12/02; sentenced to 6 mo in jail & 5 yrs probation. Released 6/03 after US Supreme Ct ruling. 1 settlement 11/03. | Oakland, CA | Source: San Jose Mercury News 4.10.02; Oakland Tribune 4.10.02; San Francisco Chronicle 4.11.02; San Francisco Chronicle 4.12.02; San Jose Mercury News 4.18.02; San Jose Mercury News 12.7.02; San Jose Mercury News 1.23.03; Tri-Valley Herald 2.2.03; Oakland Tribune 11.25.03; San Jose Mercury News 11.26.03; Diocese of Oakland Apology Services 2004; KGO 10.28.04; Tri-Valley Herald 3.30.05; San Jose Mercury News 3.30.08; San Jose Mercury News 3.31.08 Assignments: San Jose Mercury News 4.2.08 (add'l article); Contra Costa Times 4.1.08 (add'l article); BA.org Assignment Record |
Frey | Paul | B | Sued | Jesuit ? | In civil suit(s) filed in 2010, At least two individuals have alleged abuse by Frey at church-run Native American boarding schools in South Dakota. | Sioux Falls, SD | Source: Huffington Post 4.19.11 | |
| Frey | Ross S. | 1974 | P | Settled | Basilian Fathers, Salvatorian b.s.o. | Frey, a Melkite priest, was accused of molesting numerous youths from 1973-1984 during weekend retreats at St. Basil Salvatorian Center in Methuen. Received treatment. Moved to Lebanon in 1995 to study. Placed on leave in 1996 (??) but still active priest 12/02 at Notre Dame University - Loua?ze. Civil Suit filed. 12 plaintiffs settled lawsuit in 1999 for $240K. Personnel files released 12/02. Omitted from 2011 Boston AD database. | Boston, MA | Source: Boston Herald 7.4.96; Boston Globe 7.6.96; Union Leader 12.12.02; Boston Herald 12.12.02; Boston Globe 12.12.02; Woonsocket Call 6.03.06; Boston Globe 11.20.11; Boston Globe 11.20.11 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Freymuth | Michael A. | 1979 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Placed on leave 12/04 from duties as chaplain at Cardinal Ritter High School and as part-time associate pastor at a church after allegations against him raised in lawsuit against another priest. Another man also made allegations to Archdiocese in 2002 but nothing done then. He was quietly allowed to return to parish work (in 2006?) until 1/09 when he was again removed after 3rd man notified diocese he planned to sue. This man originally complained in 2005. This suit filed 7/09. | St. Louis, MO | Source: KSDK 12.31.04; St. Louis Post Dispatch 1.01.05; Associated Press 1.01.05; Belleville News Democrat 1.16.09; St. Louis Post-Dispatch 1.16.09; St. Louis Post-Disptach 1.17.09; Chatanooga Times Free Press (AP) 1.17.09; St. Louis Post Dispatch 7.16.09 Assignments: SNAPmidwest.org Press Release 12.04 |
| Friedman | Daniel L. | 1972 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused of sexual advances towards boy at summer camp in 1986. Vicar General recommended removal in 1988 but no action taken until 1994 after further investigation. He was later reinstated to parish but not to camp duties. Woman sued him 2/02 allegingthat he had fondled her during counseling sessions; suit dropped 6/02. Removed 9/02 pending review of 1986 allegations. Again allowed to return to active ministry 4/03 after review by Fitness Review Board. Still active as of 1/09. | Belleville, IL | Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch 9.3.94; Chicago Sun Times 9.4.94; St. Louis Post-Dispatch 1.14.95; St. Louis Post-Dispatch 2.6.02; Belleville News Democrat 2.6.02; Belleville News Democrat 2.9.02; St. Louis Post-Dispatch 3.3.02; St. Louis Post-Dispatch 6.11.02; Belleville News Democrat 6.12.02; Dallas Morning News 9.21.02; St. Louis Post-Dispatch 9.21.02; Belleville News Democrat 9.21.02; Belleville News Democrat 3.7.03; St. Louis Post-Dispatch 4.25.03; Belleville News Democrat 4.25.03 |
| Friel | Joseph | 1957 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Friel accused of molesting a teenage boy on several occasions. When boy and parents reported abuse to their pastor, he accused them of lying and threatened to ex-communicate them. Civil suit filed 1994. Freil died in 1995. Allegations against him weredeemed outside the statute of limitations. | Buffalo, NY | Source: Buffalo News 7.27.94; Buffalo News 4.02.02 |
Friese | Robert D. | 1978 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Friese was teacher/counselor at Maryville Academy and abused boy on at least three occasions. At time of indictment, Friese was on leave from Chicago Archdioces and working as researcher at Univ of Illinois--Chicago's child care program. He was convicted in 1985 and placed on probation for 4 yrs and sent to House of Affirmation. Resigned from priesthood 8/85. Laicized 7/87. | Chicago, IL | Source: Chicago Tribune 11.16.85; Chicago Tribune 1.16.86; Chicago Sun-Times 12.10.92; Chicago Archdiocesan Report 3.20.06 page 2; Chicago Archdiocesan Report 8.16.09 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Frigo | Camillus | 1955 | P | Sued | Norbertine | Accused of molesting several children over at least 30 years. Church had knowledge for many years and continued to transfer him from place to place. 2 civil suits filed 1986 and 5 in 1989. | Green Bay, WI | Source: Trainor vs. Frigo et al; Dane Ct, WI; # 86-cv-2758 [1994] |
| Fritsch | Edward J. | 1965 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Accused in 2002 suit of raping a girl age 13 in 1966. Complainant demanded release of diocesan file and 12/04 settlement revealed Covington diocese hospitalized Fritsch in 1965 after he had "contact with about 9 to 10 girls," one age 15. Behavior continued in treatment. Fritsch was returned to work then suspended. Sent to Owensboro diocese. Complainant alleges abuse there and Evansville IN diocese. Left priesthood; married 1969. Then worked in NJ with delinquents and on school board. | Covington, KY | Source: Lexington Herald Leader 8.10.02; Courier-Journal 8.17.02; Courier-Journal 4.23.03; Montgomery Statement 6.21.03; Lexington Herald Leader 1.14.05; NJ Herald 1.18.05; Daily Record 1.19.05 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Frobas | Victor | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Abused in Wheeling/Charleston in 1977 and sent for treatment at House of Affirmation. Later assigned to St. Rose of Lima parish in Worcester Diocese 1978-1979 and reoffended. Said to have participated in sex ring. Convicted of child molestation in MO in 1988 after being extradited from NM. 4 yr sentence. Indicted on charges in MA but died 1993 before trial. Sued 1 time in MA and twice in WV beginning in 1993-1994. | Wheeling-Charleston, WV | Source: Boston Globe 2.8.93; Boston Globe 4.24.93; Charleston Gazette 2.28.94; Charleston Gazette 3.1.94; Charleston Gazette 3.9.94; Charleston Gazette 4.5.94; Charleston Gazette 4.5.94; Worcester Magazine 9.24.97; Boston Herald 2.1.02; Sunday Telegram 3.10.02; St. Louis Post-Dispatch 3.11.02; Telegram & Gazette 3.12.02; Telegram & Gazette 3.12.02; Telegram & Gazette 7.24.02; Telegram & Gazette 8.28.03 | |
| Frolick | Jeanne Clare | N | Sued | Christian Community | Female accuser filed a civil suit alleging abuse at an unspecified time by Frolick, director of the Archdiocesan Choir since early 1970s. Frolick also served at Sacred Heart Academy in Salem. She was placed on administrative leave when the allegation was made. | Portland, OR | Source: Table: The Oregonian 11.12.06 | |
| Fromholzer | Francis (Frank) J. | 1958 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Woman alleged in 2002 that she was fondled and groped by Fromholzer , including on trip to the Poconos in 9/65 when he was a young priest and she was a 13-14 yr old student. Suit filed 1/04. Second woman sued 7/04 alleging abuse on same 1965 trip. No criminal prosecution because of SOL. Left active ministry 9/02 and was living in FL at last report. | Allentown, PA | Source: Morning Call 1.14.04; Morning Call 1.14.04; Philadelphia Inquirer 1.14.04; Morning Call 1.18.04; Morning Call 2.6.04; Express-Times 2.24.04; Express-Times 2.27.04; Express-Times 5.11.04; Express-Times 7.23.04 |
| Frost | Edmund | B | Sued | Dominican | Sued 2005. Accused of abuse and giving plaintiff alcohol and marijuana. Case settled for $450,000 plus past therapy just before trial. Also named as abuser of 1 or 2 other youths from 1972-1973 in lawsuit in 2000 which was dismissed by Minn. Court of Appeals due to statute of limitations. At one time Frost was a Dominican brother. Apparently later became priest. Frost died prior to 3/05. | St. Paul-Minneapolis, MN | Source: KSTP.com - TV 5 3.3.05; Star Tribune 3.04.05; KARE 3.20.06; Doe 28B et al v. Archdiocese of St. Paul & Minn., Court of Appeals; Star Tribune 3.21.06 | |
| Frost | James I. J. | 1976 | P | Sued | Diocesan | In massive Civil suit filed Oct 1, 2003 27 victims allege abuse by 24 priests, including Frost. One man alleges he was abused by Frost from 1977-1984. Boy was 10 when abuse began. Abuse continued even after Frost was assigned to two more parishes. Oct.2, 2003 article says Frost is no longer working in the Diocese but he had a parish assignment per the 2002 Catholic Directory. | Brooklyn, NY | Source: Newsday 10.02.03; Daily News 10.02.03; Queens Chronicle 10.9.03 |
Frost | Peter J. | 1970 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Became a military chaplain in 1971 just one year after ordination. By 1974 he was placed on sick leave. Three years later he was back in parishes. Finally removed in 1992. Allegation of abuse surfaced in 1980. Admitted abusing as far back as 1969 as deacon before his ordination and to being a sex addict. Also admitted one victim committed suicide. Named in 3 civil suits beginning in 2002. "Voluntarily" laicized 6/05. Boston AD database in 8/11 says case concluded canonically. | Boston, MA | Source: Boston Globe 5.2.02; Patriot Ledger 5.15.02; Boston Globe 9.18.02; Patriot Ledger 12.4.02; Boston Herald 12.4.02; Boston Globe 12.4.02; Patriot Ledger 12.19.02; Boston Globe 6.10.05; Lynn Daily Item 6.10.05; Lowell Sun 6.10.05; Patriot Ledger 10.20.08; National Catholic Register 8.25.11 Assignments: Boston Archdiocesan Assignment Record |
Fugee | Michael C. | 1994 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Arrested 2001; placed on leave. Confessed to sexual contact w/ 13 yr old boy and then recanted. Convicted 2003; sentenced to lifetime probation w/ community service and registration as sex offender. Overturned by appeals court 4/06 re confession. He entered into pre-trial intervention program and case was dismissed 8/09. Worked as chaplain at St. Michael's Med Center for 2 mo. until hospital learned of prior allegations 10/09 and asked that he be removed. Judge refused to expunge record 10/10. | Newark, NJ | Source: The Record 3.21.01; The Record 3.22.01; The Record 11.30.01; The Record 3.20.02; USA Today 11.11.02; The Record 12.11.02; The Record 4.9.03; The Record 4.11.03; NY Times 4.12.03; Star-Ledger 4.12.03; NY Times 6.4.03; NewJersey.com 9.6.03; The Record 4.18.06; Star-Ledger 4.18.06; The Record 7.17.07 Assignments: Star-Ledger 10.16.09 (add'l article); NPR 3.31.10 (add'l article); The Record 10.7.10 (add'l article); Star-Ledger 12.5.10 (add'l article); Star-Ledger 12.6.10 (add'l article) |
Fugolo | Joseph | 1967 | P | Accused | Scalabrinian Fathers | Accused in 1997 of taking nude photographs in late 1960s of same boy who was, at other times, being abused by Fr. John Bocciarelli, pastor of same church. Denied allegations. As of 4/08 he was serving as Administrator of St. Charles Seminary/Residence in Dongan Hills, NY. Resigned as superior of the province in 2009. Now in Montreal. Omitted from 2011 Boston AD database. | Boston, MA | Source: Docs produced by Boston Archdiocese: 1997 memo describing allegations; Docs produced by Boston Archdiocese: 1997 letter by Fugulo denying allegation; Staten Island Advance 10.20.07; Staten Island Advance 4.27.08; Our Lady of Pompei Church 9.09; Boston Globe 11.20.11 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Fuhrmann | Nicholas | 1954 | P | Sued | Benedictine | 1 suit filed 1994 alleged abuse at Subiaco Academy in 1978-1979. Dismissed by Court on SOL. Another complaint filed 2002 by 1 alleging abuse 1976-1979. Same person sued 2005 after received no response from Diocese. Dismissed 5/05 on SOL. Per 1989 Catholic Directory, Fuhrmann was working in Fort Worth TX diocese. In 2005 he was working at Subiaco Abbey farm but not teaching at school. | Little Rock, AR | Source: Arkansas Democrat-Gazette 2.25.94; Democrat-Gazette 3.2.05; TheHomeTownChannel.com 3.02.05; Times Record 3.22.05; Democrat Gazette 4.12.05; Democrat-Gazette 4.27.05; Democrat-Gazette 5.5.05; Subiaco Academy Website accessed 6.21.10 |
Funcheon | Gerald | 1965 | P | Settled | Crosier | Banished from Diocese after allegations that he was "planning" to molest a youth. Man filed suit 9/03 in MN alleging that Funcheon abused him in 1970s at Catholic School in MN when he was 11. 2nd person alleged abuse in late 1970s at rectory. This manreceived $30K payment for counseling & an apology. Also in trouble while chaplain in Air Force. Civil suit filed in Lafayette, IN in 2007 still active 8/09. 3 claims included in 2/09 settlement with Crosiers and 9 accusers in MN. Left Order in 1980s. | Lafayette, IN | Source: Indianapolis Star 2.16.97; Indianapolis Star 2.16.97 (2nd); St. Paul Pioneer Press 9.20.03; Star Tribune 9.20.03; News Sentinel 7.11.07; WSJV (AP) 7.12.07; Forest Lake Times 2.5.09; St. Paul Pioneer Press 2.5.09; St. Paul Pioneer Press 2.5.09; Shoreview Press 2.6.09; Pioneer Press 2.8.09; Chicago Tribune 8.28.09 |
Funke | James A. | 1974 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Pled guilty in 1987 to 10 counts of second-degree deviate sexual assault of two boys. Police also found child porn in his possession. Received 10 yrs prison; released in 1992. Laicization announced 11/03/06. One of 6 priests included in settlement announced 7/08. Still on MO sex offender registry as of 5/15/11. | St. Louis, MO | Source: United Press International 10.31.86; St. Louis Post-Dispatch 3.10.02; St. Louis Review 11.3.06; St. Louis Post-Dispatch 11.3.06; MyFox (AP) 11.3.06; Archdiocese of St. Louis Press Release 11.3.06; St. Louis Post-Dispatch 11.4.06; St. Louis Post-Dispatch 7.8.08 |
Furdek | John M. | 1984 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Member of Joliet Diocese. Arrested in WI in Feb. 2000 on charges of using Internet to set up a meeting with someone who he thought was a 14 year old boy (actually an undercover agent). Pleaded guilty in WI in 3/03. Sentenced to 15 yrs in prison on attempted sexual assault. Served 3 yrs w/ rest probation. Paroled 5/06. In 2/07 he was being forced to move from condo because daycare was on 1st floor and school was next door. On Sex Offender Registry. | Milwaukee, WI | Source: Chicago Tribune 2.19.00; Chicago Tribune 3.14.00; Chicago Tribune 6.6.00; Herald News 5.05.02; Chicago Daily-Herald 5.21.03; Chicago Sun-Times 6.15.03; Chicago Sun-Times 2.14.04; Diocese of Joliet press release 4.09.06; Chicago Sun Times 4.11.06; Herald News 5.17.06; Chicago Sun-Times 2.14.07 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Furfaro | Francis J. | 1941 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Dates of alleged abuse range from 1949 to 1987. In 1998 Furfaro admitted abusing one man whom he counseled after death of man's sister. This matter was settled for about $75,000 in 1999. Seven men & boys filed suit 4/03. Furfaro retired in 1991. He was permanently removed from active ministry 6/03. No criminal prosecution due to SOL. Died 3/29/10 at age 93. | Syracuse, NY | Source: Post Standard 6.4.91; Post Standard 4.14.02; Post Standard 5.7.02; Post Standard 5.9.02; Post Standard 5.16.02; Post Standard 8.5.02; Post Standard 9.29.02; Post Standard 4.18.03; Post Standard 6.18.03; Post Standard 8.22.03; Post Standard 10.31.03; Post Standard 1.8.04; Oneida Daily Dispatch 3.31.10; Post Standard 4.1.10 |
Furmanski | Leonard A. | 1959 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Removed 2003. Accused of abuse of 3 minor males and 1 minor female. Ministry permanently restricted in 2004 and he was ordered to live a supervised life. Died 10/27/09 per Archdiocese website accessed 8/4/10. | Philadelphia, PA | Source: Philadelphia Inquirer 12.18.03; Philadelphia Daily News 12.19.03; Philadelphia Inquirer 12.19.03; Philadelphia Inquirer 12.22.03; Philadelphia Inquirer 2.6.05; Philadelphia Inquirer 9.18.05; Philadelphia Grand Jury Report; Philadelphia Grand Jury Report Assignments: Philadelphia Archdiocesan Priest Data Profile |
| Furtado | Stephen R. | 1973 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Working as pastor of Holy Ghost Church when he was placed on leave 4/02 after allegations dating back approx. 20 years. Had worked as hospital chaplain previously. Name appeared on list of 21 priests accused of abuse which District Attorney released 9/02. List says one alleged victim but DA had no jurisdiction. | Fall River, MA | Source: Boston Globe 9.27.02; Boston Herald 9.27.02; Herald News 9.27.02 |
| Fusco | Albin D. | 1961 | P | Sued | Franciscan | Sued 2002. Accused of abuse of young man. Removed. Arrested 1993 for soliciting sex; charges dropped. Still active priest in 6/06 because he officiated at a funeral. | New York, NY | Source: Associated Press 7.30.02; New York Daily News 7.31.02; New York Post 7.31.02; Times Union 7.31.02 Assignments: BA.org Summary of Directory Entries |
Fushek | Dale J. | 1978 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Civil suit settled 2002. Accused of sexual harassment. Criminal charges filed 11/05 re abuse of five youths between 1985-1994. Another civil suit filed in 2005 alleged that he gave a youth alcohol and masturbated while the youth was molested by Mark Lehman. This suit settled in 12/06 for $100K. Excommunicated by Bishop 12/08 for offering his own non-denominational services, . Laicization announced 2/16/10. Pleaded guilty to 1 count 4/10. Sentenced to 364 days probation. | Phoenix, AZ | Source: Arizona Republic 5.31.02; Arizona Republic 12.30.04; Arizona Republic 1.28.05; Arizona Republic 4.13.06; Arizona Republic 5.13.06; Arizona Republic 6.2.06; East Valley Tribune 8.15.06; Arizona Republic 11.10.06; Arizona Republic 12.27.06; Arizona Republic 4.11.07; East Valley Tribune 6.14.07; Arizona Republic 6.16.07; Arizona Republic 10.30.07; East Valley Tribune 11.22.07; KPHO 11.23.07 Assignments: East Valley Tribune 11.26.07 (add'l article); Arizone Republic 11.27.07 (add'l article); Catholic News Agency 12.16.08 (add'l article); Arizona Republic 2.16.10 (add'l article); Statement by Diocese of Phoenix 2.16.10 (add'l article); BA.org Assignment Record |
Fusoni | Joseph A. | 1960 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Records show leave of absence 1978-1979. Accused in 1993 of having molested a 15 year old altar boy during summer of 1985. Victim claimed that the pastor, Fr. O'Sullivan had been told of the abuse and that O'Sullivan said there had been a previous allegation against Fusoni by the parents of another boy. Died 7/3/88 at age 55 of lung cancer. 8/11 Boston AD database reports no formal determination of guilt either because he died prior to canonical investigation or it was not complete at his death. | Boston, MA | Source: Notes on O'Sullivan Report 3.27.93; Demand Letter 3.27.95; National Catholic Register 8.25.11 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
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