Zuccarelli taught at Fisher High 1980-85. After ordination Schutte spent a year in a St. Augustine FL parish, after which he returned to his native OH. Thank you %NAME% for choosing Merson Law for your legal needs. Granted leave of absence by his religious order (1993). 3/04 statement from Diocese said McLaughlin and two other accused priests left the ministry without requesting laicization. Noted to have been suspended from ministry in 1989. Name released 4/02 as a priest no longer in active ministry because of allegations in the past of abuse of minors. She said she was in 7th grade and Hovanec touched and patted her in a very sexually inappropriate way before inviting her to basement to count Sunday envelopes. Claudia Vercellotti, a local leader with the Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests, said the diocese should publicly announce what she calledthe most violating thing that you can do to a child, just as she said the diocese does for its fund-raisers. Sentenced 11/18 to 12 years in prison and required to register as a sex offender. Clergy banner), Sylvia Demarest (in her private database), and Survivors Woman complained in 2002 that Feltman had abused her when she was 9 in 1972 at St. Thomas Aquinas parish. Laicization announced 11/07. Later turned up working as music director/organist in another Toldeo parish. Confidential settlements pre-1992. Prior to that she was a teacher at Desales High 1975-77 and Catholic Central High in Steubenville 1978-80. Allegations made after Bennetts death. Continued to abuse. Member of the Missionaries of the Precious Blood (C.PP.S). On dioceses list 10/31/18. Placed on administrative leave 8/06 after man made allegations that Reilly had improper contact with him in 1970s when he was 13 or 14 yrs old. Deceased. A list of their assignments can be found by clicking on their name below. On dioceses list 3/1/19. Left priesthood in late1980s. Sentenced to life in prison without parole 12/30/08 on charges he raped an 8-year-old boy in 1992. Lawsuit filed 9/02 by three plaintiffs from the Youngstown diocese and one youth from the Saginaw diocese. Scharf was placed on leave 3/02 after allegations surfaced of sexual misconduct with a minor in 1976. In March 2018, under pressure, Bishop Malone published a list of 42 Buffalo priests who had been credibly accused of child sexual abuse over decades. A 1990 civil suit (settled 1991) alleges Rebovich raped an altar boy in 1980 in Parma diocese. Suit settled fall, 1997. Teaching license revoked by the state in 2013 after two people alleged abuse. Case withdrawn but plaintiff settled claims re Harsham in 1994. Diocesan investigation was to continue. Mueller also allegedly abused a woman in 1977. Retired 5/09. Died 6/15/83. Assigned to Borromeo Seminary High School and College 1967-76, and to Lake County Catholic High School 1972-73. Included on the dioceses list 6/21/19 of clergy with substantiated allegations against them of child sexual abuse. Nienstedt reportedly was told of the abuse, and did nothing. Mulicas victim and family sued the diocese in 2003 for defamation. Beaver denied the allegation. Published Jan. 28, 2020. 1974, Ordination year: First named publicly as accused on the Youngstown dioceses list 10/29/18. Father Millerwas ordained in 1950 and served at nine diocesan parishes before retiring in 1997. Another man alleged abuse in 1987. McLaughlin served in four parishes before he was barred from serving as a priest in 1990. Dismissed from the clerical state (2008). Died 3/15/91. 4880. While a priest, Williams also served as chaplain at Lorain Catholic High School. He said he asked Ritchey how many other kids he did that with, and Ritchey told him I have several special friends from my parish. The mans mother was a cousin of newly ordained and later Bishop Nienstedt, who introduced Ritchey to him. Sued 2 times in 2002. Noted to be on administrative leave pending further investigation of the allegation against him by the Review Board. Placed on leave 7/02 for allegations of misconduct with minors. Died (1984). Allegation noted to have been received after his death. One accuser said he told an archdiocesan employee in 1963 but nothing was done. On the Oakland dioceses list in 2019. Died 6/17/07. referred to as child pornography. In these cases, the cleric had abandoned ministry before the allegation was reported to the Diocese and/or voluntarily requested to be dispensed from the clerical state. You Have Rights! Died (2007). In 7/04 Arko also lost his state license to perform massage therapy, based on the felony conviction for growing pot. 1965, Status: Permanently removed from public ministry, Appeared under the heading: First named publicly as accused on the dioceses list 10/29/18. Vincent finally placed on leave in 3/05 after he was accused of abuse of one student at Elder High in 1970. No evidence of abuse in Tucson. Claim settled 2/15. Permanently removed from public ministry. Named in numerous 2003 civil suits, with at least 28 plaintiffs. Named publicly as accused by the diocese on its list 3/1/19. Removed from public ministry in 11/18 after an allegation that Zappitelli engaged in sexual misconduct with a minor in the mid-1970s as a Youngstown priest. Brother for about 20 yrs. Laicized, per the dioceses list in 6/19. Police and review board notified. Archdiocese has admitted it knew of his history back in 1950s. WebThis section contains the names of those members of the clergy of the Boston Archdiocese who have been found guilty of sexually abusing a child, either by the Church, the State, or both. From diocese of Pathanamthitta, India. Bennett was accused in a 7/18 lawsuit of sexually abusing a freshman boy multiple times in 2002-2003 at St. Charles Prep. Also took pictures of the girls. He was sentenced to 90 days in jail in 1993. He was sent for therapy and returned to limited duty as chaplain at a home for the aged 7/97 and as administrator of two parishes. Arrested by federal agents in San Diego 1/29/16 on charges related to allegedly seeking to travel to Mexico to adopt and have sex with multiple female infants. Placed on administrative leave (1992). Accused of abuse 1956-60 at St. Stephen in Toledo. Law enforcement closed their investigations due to the statute of limitation. Laicized. Permanently removed from ministry. Pled guitly 1991 to abuse of 4 boys; spent 3 months in jail. In 2016 a man spoke publicly about being molested at age 16 by Ritchey in 1974. Assignments included St. Patricks in Hubbard, Ursuline High School, Cardinal Mooney High School, St. Josephs in Maximo, Regina Coeli in Alliance, and Immaculate Conception in Ravenna. Added to Baltimore archdioceses list 4/24/19. Reason he was not ordained was not announced until 10/04 when he was criminally charged. The man complained first in 1993; Schmelzer was counseled and moved. Would sometimes take off his clothes also and lie on top of the girls. Permanently removed 1990. ODonnell was then vicar general. Returned to ministry. In 8/11, Jesuit Province of Chicago-Detroit announced that former student of St. Ignatius High School had come forward to allege abuse by Burrill between 1952-1956 when he was on staff at the school. Obvious promotions within Diocese after he abused and was returned to duty. Permanently removed from public ministry (2007). Pastor of Holy Cross and St. Mary of the Hill. Requested and granted a leave of absence (1983). County prosecutors said SOL had expired. He was unassigned from 1961-1965 and died 2/65. A list of their assignments or service in the Diocese can be found by clicking on their name below. Did admit that he had been sexually active with two parishioners during the same time. Mangen had acknowledged being sexually active with adults and minors but denied womans claims. First allegation in 1975 involved soliciting an altar boy for oral sex. Three more suits filed 9/02. He resigned from assignment and was sent for evaluation and counseling after charges made. Apparently these accusations were made known to Diocese before Bailey left the priesthood. Several boys accused him of making sexual advances and jail officials asked him to leave. Accused of abuse of 10 boys there, as young a age 7; may be at least 50. Anna Pouza, Died (2018). Noted to have been suspended from ministry in 1963. Sent to three treatment centers. Served 18 months. prior to 1995 ordination. Bishop was informed in 1970 of Schaefers misdeeds, but no action. First named publicly as accused on the dioceses list 10/29/18. Settled for possibly $500K in 2006. Civil suit filed 2002. Larger previously pleaded guilty, in 2003, to soliciting sex from male undercover police officer. Merson Law has compiled a list of Roman Catholic Priests and Clergy members (the Ohio priest sex abuse list) accused of sexual abuse and/or sexual assault of minors. Hemstreet left active ministry in 1987 and in 1992 was arrested for sexually abusing a 10 yr old boy. At least one parent had complained to the diocese earlier. Ohio Priest Sex Abuse List: A list of Roman Catholic Priests & Clergy members of the Ohio Diocese accused of sex abuse and/or sexual assault of minors. Had received evaluation and treatment and was returned to ministry. Suits settled. Dismissal upheld 12/10 & 4/11. First named publicly as accused on the dioceses list 10/31/18. ODonnell was diocesan secretary or chancellor at the time. It alluded to his struggle of the past nine years, and that he resisted the assistance offered by Bishop Griffin, which led to his suspension. Name first appears on Archdiocese of St. Paul list of accused priests 5/22/14. He was assigned to Cardinal Mooney High School as well as to St. James in Warren and St. John the Baptist during the relevant time period. Died by suicide in 4/02 after being asked to come to diocesan offices to discuss an allegation that he had sexually molested a girl in 1980. Noted to have been accused after his death. Monsignor. Civil suit filed 1991. First abuse occurred in Ohio and Michigan. At least six other women then came forward with same allegations. Added to Scranton dioceses list 12/18. Froehlich denied the allegation. 950 Third Avenue, 18th floor, New York City, NY, 10022, Office: 212-603-9100 - The Diocese of Toledo recently added three names to its list of diocesan clergy members who have been credibly accused of sexual abuse. Pleaded guilty 9/09. Had worked at Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Toledo. Died 5/5/02. Warner was assigned to Saint Edward Parish in Youngstown at the time. First named publicly as accused on the Youngstown dioceses list 10/29/18. Laicized 1999. Placed on leave in 2002. Placed on leave after he admitted in 2001 that he had sexual encounters with boys between 1984 and 1999. Still a registered sex offender as of 1/2/10. Allowed to be counselor until 2003 suits were reported. Denied allegation and threatened to sue accuser. Toledo police investigation in 1985 into priests financial interest in two gay bars uncovered the allegation from his past. Rupp had received counseling for alcoholism. Removed 1994 from parish assignment after 1st woman complained. He died 7/31/88, at age 51. Still had teachers license as of 10/06. Retired in 1989. Assignments included parishes in Boardman, Poland, Massillon, Canal Fulton, Warren and Youngstown. Died 2/25/06. Rothbauer died 2/17/11 at age 83. Per a eulogy posted online, Geiger had been a pastor, teacher, and editor of the diocesan newspaper. She sued 1/09 for release of records. At some point he moved to CA. Served on Marriage Tribunal until at least 2002. Remanded to diocese of incardination with full disclosure to the Bishop of Pathanamthitta (2015). Would target troubled adolescent males, then molest them. Court refused to hear appeal 12/08. Named publicly as accused by the diocese on its list 3/1/19. Removed from active ministry in 1991. Had been treated, evaluated and allowed to return to ministry in 1997 when transferred to the Rochester, NY diocese. Retired in 1980. Archdiocese said it found the semblance of truth in the allegations and placed Shelander on leave in 3/06. The Official Catholic Directory shows Ferrante to have been on leave 1976-79, does not index him 1980-86, and shows him as Absent on Leave 1986-88. Died (2019). Left order in mid-1980s and died in 1989. Said to have abused boys at his cabin with a pond in Bono, OH. Allegations surfaced after he moved to Florida in 1960 and abuse apparently occurred in Florida. #ipt_fsqm_form_wrap_6 .ipt_fsqm_form_message_success, Per court document, casewas dismissed with prejudice 4/04. Court ruled in 1998 that procedural error meant Hanrahan no longer had to register as sexual predator. Admitted abuse in 2002. A list of their assignments can be found by clicking on their name below. Laicized. He took sick leave in 1982 and a leave of absence in 1994. details. Accused in 1985 of playing strip poker with boys, offering them money for oral sex, fondling them, and masturbating in front of them. Absent on leave 1984-87 and 1988-89. Resigned from priesthood 6/08 after allegations of abuse of 15-year-old boy in 1997. Diocese paid his salary while he was in prison. Named publicly as accused by the diocese on its list 3/1/19. Man complained to Diocese in 1995 and Shiffler admitted to abusing Plaintiff and another youth in mid-1980s. One man filed civil suit in Feb. 2006 alleging abuse by Meiring when he was a priest in Toledo Diocese between 1967-1969. Howze sent him back to Cleveland after four years. Contact Sarah Readdean at:sreaddean@theblade.com. Died 2/05. Accused of abuse of several boys. He also sexually molested a 12-year- old boy for 3 years, beginning in 1984. Diocese had known of allegations for some time and Ellifritz had been under supervision for years. Archdiocese paid to settle the claim. Noted to have been suspended from ministry in 1991. The kissing was allegedly repeated by then-Msgr. Left active priesthood in 1965 without permission and became certified social worker in 1974. Review board found allegations credible. Name on 4/02 list of priests removed from assignments due to past allegations of abuse. Went on to marry. Labbes name was included on a list of priests placed on leave in 4/2002 by the Cleveland diocese because of recent allegations of past abuse. Also assigned to schools in UT and Ontario, Canada. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. Berning retired in 1970 and moved to Florida. Woman filed police report 6/10 accusing Katarskis of abusing her on several occasions in 1960-1961 when she was 10 and 11 yrs old and he was assigned to St. Albert the Great Parish in Kettering. Settlements exceed $1.2M. Permanently removed from public ministry (2009). Expelled by Franciscan Order in early 1970s prior to taking solemn vows, but ordained in Cincinnati in 1977. Believed to be terminally ill (debilitating heart attack) in prison as of 6/3/14. Died 4/2/13, On 4/02 list of priests in Cleveland diocese who had been accused in the past of sexual abuse. Left church on total disability in 1987; psych reports showed he could not function effectively. Incardinated into the Diocese of Phoenix in 4/83. Vatican ordered permanent removal from ministry as of 6/14/07. Exonerated 2003 by Kalamazoo diocesan review board, which cited it found no credible evidence. Brown is alleged to have abused 3 of the boys cousins on other occasions. Removed from ministry there in 2002 after news of allegations in OH. A previous allegation revealed soon after the first became known, by a person unwilling to cooperate with investigators. Found guilty at trial 2/13 of sexual touching of a boy. In 2001, a civil suit was filed alleging Louis also abused a young man. First named publicly as accused on the dioceses list 10/29/18. Name included on the Harrisburg dioceses 8/1/18 list; no known allegations in that diocese. First named publicly as accused on the dioceses list 10/29/18. You can download this complete dataset at the ProPublica Data Store. A third suit filed 3/04. Status changed to Retired. Paraniuk denied all allegations and said he had himself been fondled by two Franciscan priests when he was in his 20s in 1970s. She again reported the abuse to the diocese in 1/18. He was returned to active status 2/09 after church tribunal found the allegations could not be proven. Placed on administrative leave (2002). Suits settled at mediation 6/04. Barred from public ministry. Berry (in Lead Us Not into Temptation), the Linkup (in their Fallen Catholic The woman refused to appear before the local church inquiry board so matter was forwarded to the Vatican. On dioceses list 3/1/19. WebCredibly Accused Priests Safe in our Diocese Credibly Accused Priests Report Abuse (858) 490-8353 misconduct@sdcatholic.org In 2007, as part of its bankruptcy proceeding, the diocese published a list of priests who had been credibly accused of abusing minors. He admitted the abuse, which continued until late 1991 or early 1992 on his trips back to U.S. His victim and a second woman accusing Pater of abuse as a teen in the early 1980s sued in 2004. Has been dismissed from clerical state per 4/08 status report. Suit withdrawn after 5/31/06 ruling by Ohio Supreme Court. The Order deemed the allegation credible. Died (2021). A list of their assignments or service in the Diocese can be found by clicking on their name below. Nelson Beaver. Laicized in 2005. Civil suit filed by two victims and settled in 1992. The Accused in 1995 of the sexual abuse, including rape, of a 3- to 6-year-old girl in 1967-70. Named publicly as accused by the diocese on its list 6/21/19. At trial Williams admitted to sexual trysts with other men and that some were with children. One of three accused priests who had been assigned to St. Josephs of Avon Lake. First named publicly as accused on the dioceses list 10/29/18. Laicization announced 5/11/07. 1976, Appeared under the heading: Mother of victim will donate proceeds to charity to help other victims. Named publicly as accused by the diocese on its list 6/21/19. #ipt_fsqm_form_wrap_6 .ipt_fsqm_form_message_process, Published list, Appeared under the heading: leave. Died (1963). For more information, see our Died (2017). All three were deceased prior to the allegations. ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ, Go to the fulllist of names in state order: The suit was withdrawn after a 6/06 ruling by Ohio Supreme Court. Died (1994). In 1/15 a man reported to Roths Order sexual abuse multiple times by the priest when he was a 9 or 10 yrs-old, 14 yrs. Laicization announced 07/19/10. His accuser was interviewed in 2012, saying the incident happened just after he turned 18, and that Weaver had been grooming him for sex. Mother of one was given a condo, a car and a job. Reportedly released from prison, per 7/17 news article, and living in Boston in 2015. Please wait for a few seconds and try again. Rothbauer was removed from active ministry in 1988. Their efforts were According to a 2002 news report, McDonough was sued in 1993 for allegedly sexually abusing a 14-year old student 20 years prior. Accused 12/8/05 of sexually abusing a 13-year-old girl in 1950 in Washington DC. Dismissed when found to be running a sex ring with high school boys. Accused of fondling girls in counseling sessions at Lake Catholic High School (he was guidance counselor/librarian) for 14 years. Deceased. Died 12/31/15. Criminal charges also filed in 2005 but dismissed by judge during trial 11/05. They also claimed the archdiocese knew and did nothing. 1977, Ordination year: Clergy who have been Permanently Dismissed from the Clerical more State, Ordination year: There through 1976, then in the Directories as a Steubenville priest Absent on Leave. Weithman did not consent until 2004. Parmadale offered treatment to children with emotional problems. Boys were 6-10 at time of alleged abuse. #ipt_fsqm_form_wrap_6 .ipt_fsqm_form_message_restore, Pled not guilty in U.S. District Court 2/25/16. The identity of the 2nd priest is not specified due to confusion as to exact person. Placed on administrative leave (1992). Still on leave 2009. Noted to have left ministry. Glen Franklin Shrimplin. Stricker, 84 and retired, was placed on leave by the archdiocese 5/01/08 pending an investigation of claims that he sexually abused a boy in the 1950s at St. William parish, Price Hill. Were You Sexually Abused or Sexually Assaulted by a Ohio Catholic Diocese Priest or Clergy Member? All three were deceased prior to the allegations. actions are presumed not to be liable for such claims unless a plaintiff One woman said that Doerger also abused her deceased brother from late 1960s to 1980. Still on payroll of Archdiocese as of 4/07. Admissions of guilt or liability are not typically a part Removed 2003 after accusation of abuse of youth in 1979. St. James merged with Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Toledo in2005. Review Board said that evidence showed Mueller engaged in conduct defined as sexual abuse of a minor, but could not be removed from the priesthood because, at the time of the abuse, 16 was recognized as adult under church law. In 2002 a man alleged that Schmelzer abused him 1983-1985, when he was a teenager. and the clerical state, Ordination year: Seminarian at Pontifical College Josephinum in Columbus OH. In 2005 the women said that the diocese failed to satisfy the terms of the settlement that stipulated each would receive a written apology and the diocese would make a public apology. Placed on leave 3/05 and died in 9/05 before investigation complete. The Merson Law website uses cookies to improve your experience. Accused of rape of boy in 1975 and also abuse of the mans brother. 1957, Ordination year: He told the diocese again in 2015. Director of academic enrichment and student life until 2003. Placed on administrative leave in 1994, resigned from active ministry a few months later. Retired in 2001. Two other suits filed in Minnesota in 1988. Two other accusations but no criminal charges. Abused minors in Youngstown OH diocese; sent for counseling & treatment. Substantiated by Review Board (2019). After 2002 article, several dozen women called to said they too had been abused by Kickel. Stallings broke away from the Roman Catholic Church and started his own Imani Temple. In 1990 Stephney was known to be assisting Stallings there. Girl filed civil suit in 1991; settled in 1992. Nadzam was assigned to several parishes over the years and taught at Catholic Central High School. Per 2002 articles, at least 10 women have accused him of abusing them when they were grade-school students at St. Vincent School in Akron and St. Marys School in Bedford. Moved to Minnesota where he abused six other boys. Worked at St. Francis de Sales High School in Toledo OH 1976-1987, and 1995-2004 as a teacher, guidance counselor and administrator. Police notified. The new additions are priests Richard Miller and Frank Nieset and deacon Bernabe Romo. reflected here. Diocese denied everything. Laicization announced 9/24/2010. Seminatore denied the allegations. The In 1998 Symons resigned after admitting in 1998 that he abused a boy early in his priesthood; he later admitted to abusing four other boys. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. George A. Schmit, who was ordained in 1935 and died in 1984. On dioceses list 10/29/18. This information found in this list is compiled from the Database of Publicly Accused Priests and does not state or imply that individuals facing allegations are guilty of a crime or liable for civil claims. Lost appeal in 5/16. To report any sexual abuse of a minor by diocesan personnel, individuals may call the Diocese of Toledos victim assistance coordinator at 419-244-6711 ext. Avoided prosecution in cases involving the boys two older brothers. Assigned to St. Richard parish in North Olmsted from ordination until some time in 1981. Diocese transferred him at least twice without telling anyone. A second accuser came forward 10/08. Rape occurred at a nursing home where the boy had gone to visit family. Worked in Youngstown OH, Nairobi, Kenya, New York City, Columbus OH, Washington DC, Jersey City NJ, Louisville KY. Died 6/21/15 in Columbus. Sentenced to 3 yrs prison. Removed 2002 after admitting to abuse of an altar boy 1980-1983. Noted to be on administrative leave pending the Vaticans decision regarding laicization. In 1992 a woman came forward to allege abuse as a child by Wernet. Died (1991). Case dismissed 3/08 re Meiring on SOL issues but diocese and church remain as defendants. Died 11/29/04. 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