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| Last | First | Ord | T | Status | D/O | Notes | Diocese | Source/Assignments |
| Haas | Joseph | 1959 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Haas placed on leave Feb. 2004 after allegations that he molested a young girl in 1977. Haas originally told parish that he was taking leave on doctor's orders but Archbishop sent letter clarifying the situation. DA ruled that 1977 incident was too old to prosecute. Previous allegation of less serious inappropriate behavior was received in 2000 but nothing done. Officially retired Sept. 2004 even though Review Board concluded accusations not substantiated. | Milwaukee, WI | Source: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 3.19.04; Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 9.13.04 |
Haas | Paul Frederick | 1961 | P | Settled | Diocesan | At least 100 people have alleged abuse by Haas while he was posted to Fr. Ryan High School. Haas was transferred to Kentucky around 1967 "for treatment." He died in 1978. One man went to the diocese in 1996 to say he had been abused at age 15 in 1961 by Haas. Diocese gave him $5700 in exchange for a release and a confidentiality agreement. Another came forward in 1999 re abuse in 1963. | Nashville, TN | Source: Tennessean 4.28.02; Tennessean 8.20.02; Tennessean 2.17.04; Tennessean 2.28.04; Nashville Scene 6.30.05; Tennessean 7.17.05; Tennessean 11.06.05; KATV 10.17.07; Fox 16 10.17.07 |
| Hackett | John Joseph | P | Sued | Diocesan | Died 12/7/88. Accused of abuse of 1 person in 1969 per a (2003??) civil suit. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Archdiocesan Report Errata Notice # 1 Assignments: LA Times Database 4.20.06 | |
| Hackett | Thomas E. | 1943 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Hackett is shown on the Davenport Diocese's Creditors Committee website (in 2007) as having credible allegations against him. Name also appears on Diocese's list of "credibly accused" abusers 7.10.08. Accused of abuse of 3 minor males beginning in 1940s. Died in 1951. | Davenport, IA | Source: Davenport Creditors Committee Website 8.27.07; Quad-City Times 7.10.08; Hawk Eye 7.12.08 Assignments: Catholic Messenger 7.17.08; BA.org Concise Assignment Record |
Haddican | Bernard | 1960 | P | Settled | Diocesan | One man claimed abuse by Haddican when he was a teen. Claim settled in 2000 for $44K. Haddican died 1996. In 2002 the original plaintiff and man abused by another priest filed suit against Diocese and Cardinal Law (former VG of Diocese) alleging the Diocese covered up their abuse and lied to them about other cases. Plaintiff's mother had asked Law for his help back in 1970s but he did nothing. Suit dismissed on Def. Motion for Summary Judgment 9/03. | Jackson, MS | Source: Boston Herald 6.10.02; Associated Press 6.11.02; Associated Press 6.14.02; Associated Press 7.18.02; Boston Globe 7.18.02; Boston Herald 8.21.02; Boston Herald 8.26.02; GoMemphis.com 3.26.03; Opinion in Belencia v. St. Mary?s Catholic Church et al, 251-02-915, Hines Co MS Circuit Court 9.29.03; Associated Press 5.8.05 |
| Haegelin | William M. | 1976 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Removed 9/02 after man accused him of inappropriate sexual relations in 1980s. Haegelin denied but later admitted to having a sexual relationship with the man but only when the man was an adult. In 11/02 Archdiocesan review board cleared him of allegations of sexual misconduct with a minor. No criminal investigation because the man did not want one. Review board recommended that he be returned to duty after spiritual counseling. | Kansas City, KS | Source: Kansas City Star 9.11.02; Kansas City Star 9.17.02; Kansas City Star 11.27.02 |
| Haen | Edmund H. | 1923 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Per 4/02 article, Haen had abused at least three men when they were youths. One man says at least two priests failed to report the molestations when they occurred in 1940s. He finally told Archbishop Weakland in 1989. Haen was forced to retire in 1990 and Aux. Bishop Richard Sklba told victim in 1992 that Haen had admitted the abuse and had been placed on severe restrictions. Died in 1997. Several other victims known. | Milwaukee, WI | Source: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 10.25.97; Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 4.20.02; Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 4.24.02; Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 4.28.02; Milwuakee Journal Sentinel 7.10.04; Statement by Archdiocese of Milwaukee 7.09.04 |
Haener | Robert W. | 1957 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused of psychologically and sexually abusing numerous boys at two parishes and two Catholic schools in 1960s and early 1970s. During investigation at one school in late 1960s several unknown priests came to school and questioned about 30 boys. Nothing else done for many years. Removed from parish 1992 and then worked as hospital chaplain. Removed in 2002. Permanently removed from ministry by Vatican in 2005. | Detroit, MI | Source: Detroit Free Press 6.22.02; Detroit News 7.14.02; Detroit Free Press 8.02.02; USA Today 11.11.02; Detroit Free Press 4.14.03; Michigan Catholic 5.27.05 |
Hagan | Alvin Marie (Sister) | N | Sued | School Sisters of Notre Dame | Accused of abuse of boys living at Madonna Manor in 1950s and 1960s in suits filed August, 2005 and March, 2006. Worked in Dallas Province for many years. Died.Oct. 2006 (?) | New Orleans, LA | Source: Times Picayune 8.25.05; Times Picayune 3.14.06; School Sisters of Notre Dame, Dallas Province Website 2007(?) | |
| Hagan | David I. | 1966 | P | Sued | Oblate | Named for 1st time in 6/06 RICO class action civil suit. Accused of abusing 2 brothers for 3 years beginning in 1977 or 1978. Died 2005. RICO suit dismissed 11/06 on grounds that RICO's standard of injury to business or property had not been met. Appeal rejected by 3rd Circuit Court of Appeals 11/07. | Philadelphia, PA | Source: Philadelphia Inquirer 5.03.05; Magnum et al v. Archdiocese of Philadelphia et al; Philadelphia Inquirer 6.16.06; Philadelphia Daily News 6.17.06; Philadelphia Inquirer 6.25.06; Philadelphia Daily News 11.21.06; Law.com 11.07.07 |
Hagan | James Craig | 1974 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused of abuse of several youths from 1981-1986 and in 1970. Placed on leave 1996. Resigned from priesthood 1997. Included in 10/05 settlement with Archdiocese. Sued 4/06. At least 1 claim included in 8/08 $12.7M settlement involving 11 priests and 16plaintiffs. | Chicago, IL | Source: Chicago Sun Times 1.17.03; Chicago Archdiocesan Report 3.20.06 page 2; Chicago Tribune 10.28.05; Chicago Tribune 4.14.06; Journal of Oak Park and River Forest 11.12.07; Chicago Tribune 8.12.08; WBBM 8.12.08; Chicago Tribune 8.13.08; Jeff Anderson & Assoc. News Release 8.14.08 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Hagan | James E. | 1956 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Accused in 2002 civil suit of abuse of 11-year-old girl in 1956 at St. Leo the Great. The girl told her pastor shortly thereafter and he said he would take care of it. Girl told mother, who did not believe her. Hagan left priesthood in 1973. | Louisville, KY | Source: Courier-Journal 5.10.02; Courier Journal 9.29.02 (Major Account); Courier-Journal 9.29.02 Assignments: Assignment Record Compiled by Law Firm |
| Hageman | Clement A. | P | Accused | Diocesan | Identified by diocese as abuser in 8/05. Report referenced more than one credible against him. Died in 1975. Abuse occurred in Winslow, AZ. At least one man settled with Diocese in 2004 | Gallup, NM | Source: Gallup Independent 5.9.05; Gallup Independent 8.2.05; Gallup Independent 9.20.05 | |
| Hagenbach | Clinton Vincent | 1961 | P | Settled | Diocesan | 1 civil suit settled 2002 for $1.5M. Also accused of abuse of 2 other people. Died 1987. Abuse ranged from 1960s to 1980s. Per 2007 article, he molested more than a dozen victims at two parishes between late 1960s-early 1970s. There are 16 plaintiffs intrial set for mid-2007. Massive LA archdiocese settlement for $660 mil for 500+ cases 7/14/07 just prior to this trial. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Times 8.18.02; LA Times 12.11.02; LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 2; Seattle Post-Intelligencer 10.30.04; LA Times 10.16.05; San Luis Obispo Tribune 6.17.06; LA Times 7.09.07; California Catholic Daily 7.13.07; Guardian 7.14.07; LA Times 7.15.07; LA Times 7.15.07 (2nd); City of Angels 12.07.07 Assignments: LA Archdiocesan Report Addendum 11.15.05; LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
| Hahn | Jude Clarence Francis | 1958 | P | Accused | Capuchin | Accused of sexually abusing a minor boy in 1976. Civil suit filed Feb. 1994. In depo in this case Hahn admitted to having sexual contact with 4 young males (including Plaintiff) in 1970s and 80s. Teacher at St. Lawrence Seminary told the Order in 1981-1982 that Hahn, a dormitory supervisor, was having inappropriate contact with students. Left priesthood in 1993 and requested laicization. Pope approved the request.. | Madison, WI | Source: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 4.19.02; Associated Press 4.20.02 |
| Haight | Mark | 1976 | P | Settled | Diocesan | 6/02 article says Diocese settled with at least 2 men (in 1989 & 1997) who alleged abuse by Haight years before. After treatment, Haight assigned as hospital chaplain in 1990; removed in 1996 after hospital learned of history. 1997 settlement was $997,500. Haight abused a youth in Baltimore in mid 1970s while still a seminarian. Civil suit filed in Boston in 10/04 alleging abuse by Haight & 2nd priest at church in Colonie, NY & during trips to Massachusetts. May be at least 6 more victims. | Albany, NY | Source: Times Union (NY) 6.05.02; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; Times Union 6.27.02; New York Times 6.27.02; Times Union 6.28.02; Baltimore Sun 8.21.02; Washington Post 8.22.02; Baltimore Sun 9.26.02; Albany Times Union 5.18.03; Albany Times Union 10.06.04 |
Haller | James W. | 1962 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Woman notified Diocese 11/02 that Haller had had an inappropriate relationship with her more than 20 years before when she was a minor. Haller admitted to the relationship, saying that he had loved the girl and wanted to leave the priesthood and marry her. Instead, he was unable to leave the priesthood and the relationship ended. Diocese said that the report was the "first and only" report about Haller. He resigned from his posting. Not listed in 3/03 Atty General Report on Manchester Diocese. | Manchester, NH | Source: Union Leader 11.24.02; Union Leader 11.25.02; Boston Globe 11.27.02 |
| Halsey | Lawrence M. | B | Sued | Marist | Known as Brother Cronin, Halsey is accused in 2002 civil suit of abuse of teenage girl from 1968-1972 at Marist high school in Eugene. Another woman also alleged molestation when she was in high school but later withdrew her claim. Halsey left the order, married, and lives in Oregon as of 2002. | Portland, OR | Source: Archdiocese of Portland News Release 5.13.02; Associated Press 5.11.02; Sunday Oregonian 7.07.02; Table: The Oregonian 11.12.06 | |
| Hamilton | William | P | Accused | Diocesan | In 2003 the Archdiocese settled a sex abuse claim against Hamilton for $675,000. Further facts and Hamilton's current status are unknown. | Portland, OR | Source: Oregonian Table 11.12.06 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record | |
| Hammer | John E. | 1979 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Removed 2002 after admitting to abuse of altar boy between 1980-1983. Sent for treatment in 1985 & then worked in Maryland. Retd to Youngstown area in 1990 and Bishop Malone persuaded Saginaw diocese to allow him to work there for next 12 yrs. Lawsuit filed 9/02 by 3 plaintiffs from Youngstown diocese and 1 youth from Saginaw diocese. | Youngstown, OH | Source: Associated Press 4.21.02; Grand Rapid Press 4.22.02; Columbus Dispatch 4.23.02; Akron Beacon Journal 4.23.02; Associated Press 4.28.02; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; Associated Press 6.12.02; Akron Beacon Journal 9.20.02; Baltimore Sun 9.26.02; Detroit Free Press 4.14.03; Saginaw News 5.21.05; Saginaw News 4.11.06 |
| Hammond | Robert W. | 1967 | P | Accused | Diocesan | 2/03 civil suit claims man was sexually abused by Hammond, director of the Catholic youth summer program at his church, in 1979. Same man and and 3 others also allege that they were abused by another priest, Albert Cason. Per 2002 Catholic Directory, Hammond was "unassigned." Bishop placed Hammond under restrictions pending investigation. Resigned from his last post in 2000 for "personal reasons not related to any criminal activity." | Rochester, NY | Source: Democrat and Chronicle 1.31.03 |
Hands | Michael R. | 1993 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Arrested 5/01 and charged with sexual abuse of a 13 year old youth over a year and a half period. Another allegation surfaced involving a 22 yr old man abused about 10 yrs previously (before ordination??). Pleaded guilty in 2002-2003 on separate charges. Sentenced to 2 yrs prison. Released 4/04 and requested laicization. Identified as Priest W in Suffolk Co. Grand Jury report of 1/03. | Rockville Centre, NY | Source: Newsday 3.08.02; Newsday 1.03.03; Newsday 1.03.03 Excerpts from Sworn Statement by Michael Hands; Newsday 1.09.03; Newsday.com 1.14.03; Suffolk County Grand Jury Report 1.17.03; Newsday.com 2.05.03; NY Times 3.02.03; 3.04.03 Statement by Michael Hands; Newsday 3.04.03; Newsday 3.12.03; Newsday 3.13.03; Newsday 4.12.05; Newsday 5.01.04 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record and Other Info |
| Hanley | Bernard Brian | 1958 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Ordained in Ireland and came to LA in 1958 to work. Returned to Ireland in 1965. Allegations made in 2002 or 2003 suit that he abused 2 victims in 1965. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 3; John Roe 4 vs. Does, Cause No. 1156450, Superior Court of California Assignments: LA Archdiocesan Report Addendum 11.15.05; LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
Hanley | James T. | 1962 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Admitted in 10/4/03 deposition (released 8/26/04) to abusing about 12 boys 1968-82; abuse included oral sex. Also stated that he had admitted the abuse to Bishop Rodimer in 9/85. Removed from ministry by Rodimer in 1986. Serrano case was settled by diocese in 1987 for $350K with a confidentiality agreement. Hanley admitted abusing Mark Serrano 1974-81 starting at age 9. Serrano went public 3/18/02. Hanley's request for laicization was granted in 2003. Diocese settled with 21 accusers in 2005. | Paterson, NJ | Source: NY Times 3.17.02; Daily Record 4.21.02; HealingTogether.org 6.12.02; Rolling Stone 6.20.02; Dallas Morning News 3.2.03; Hanley Sworn Statement 10.4.03; NY Times 10.14.03; Pat Serrano Statement 8.21.04; Daily Record 8.27.04; Newsday 2.10.05; Transcript of WCBS-TV 1.30.06; Herald News 1.30.06; Daily Record 2.4.06; Star Ledger 3.22.06; Daily Record 3.23.06 Assignments: Star Ledger 4.21.07 (add'l article); Intelligencer Journal 4.27.07 (add'l article); Star-Ledger 6.1.07 (add'l article); Star-Ledger 10.25.07 (add'l article; Daily Record 10.28.07 (add'l article); Star-Ledger 12.14.07 (add'l article) |
| Hanlon | James Bernard | 1981 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused of abuse of a 16 yr old boy in late 1982 or early 1983. Accuser rec'd $12.5K in 1997 settlement. Hanlon died 2/90 at age 38. He was HIV positive but death certificate says years of alcoholism contributed to his death. Diocese ordered to producepersonnel files. Allegations are that the diocese shielded Hanlon and other abusers. Personnel files produced 11.28.06. Named in new suit 4/07. Suit against Hanlon and Teczar settled 2/08. Another claim settled 3/09. | Fort Worth, TX | Source: Ft. Worth Star Telegram 6.11.05; Star Telegram 6.26.05; Star Telegram 8.10.05; Star Telegram 8.18.05; Star Telegram 2.16.06; WFAA and Dallas Morning News 2.21.06; Star Telegram (AP) 2.24.06; Star Telegram 11.28.06; Dallas Morning News 11.29.06; Star Telegram 11.29.06; Documents from the Secret Archives of the Ft. Worth Diocese; Houston Chroncile (AP) 4.04.07; Star Telegram 4.04.07; Houston Chronicle (AP) 12.19.07; Ft. Worth Star Telegram 12.20.07 Assignments: Fr. Worth Star Telegram 2.15.08 (add'l article); Dallas Morning News 3.4.09 (add'l article); DFW Catholic 3.19.09 (add'l article); Fort Worth Diocese 6.10.05 |
Hanlon | John R. | 1955 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Accused of sexually abusing at least 10 boys during a 14 yr period. Convicted of raping one youth and sentenced to 3 concurrent life sentences as of 3/94. Also abused victim's brother. Would take boys to nude beaches to desensitize them. Civil suit filed by the 2 brothers settled in 1994 for undisclosed sum. Laicization announced 6/10/05. Still in jail 10/08. | Boston, MA | Source: Boston Globe 6.26.92; Boston Globe 10.31.92; Boston Globe 6.14.93; Boston Globe 9.22.93; Boston Globe 9.23.93; Boston Globe 9.24.93; Boston Globe 10.8.93; Boston Globe 3.12.94; Atlanta Journal & Constitution 4.26.94; USA Today 11.11.02; Documents released by NH Atty General 3.3.03; Union Leader 3.4.03; Boston Globe 7.24.03; Times-Picayune 7.24.03; Boston Globe 6.10.05 Assignments: Patriot Ledger 10.20.08 (add'l article); Boston Archdiocesan Assignment Record |
| Hanrahan | Michael F. | 1971 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Resigned 1993. Pleaded guilty in 1994 to molesting a boy in 1983-1984 and served 3 yrs in prison. Avoided prosecution in cases involving boy's 2 older brothers. Civil suit filed by at least one man and Court ordered diocese to produce Hanrahan's secret archive file. Diocese settled and file never produced. Court ruled in 1998 that procedural error meant Hanrahan no longer had to register as sexual predator. Laicized early 1990s. | Columbus, OH | Source: Columbus Dispatch 5.19.94; Columbus Dispatch 7.9.94; Columbus Dispatch 3.6.98; Columbus Dispatch 4.6.02; Columbus Dispatch 4.27.02; Dayton Daily News 5.12.02 |
| Hansen | Unknown | P | Accused | Diocesan | In 1999 Archdiocese paid a $22,500 settlement to one claimant. No information provided on when abuse occurred, who the victim was, or the current status of Hansen. | Portland, OR | Source: Table: The Oregonian 11.12.06 | |
Hanser | David J. | 1958 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Per 2002 article, 4 brothers came forward in 1988 to say that Hanser abused them approx. 30 years before. Hanser, who "retired" in 4/02, had been working at Milwaukee hospital system since 1991. One of the men had reached $65,000 settlement with Archdiocese in 1990 also sued Hanser in 2002. Settled 2003. He is accused of abusing perhaps a dozen victims between 1960s-1980s. | Milwaukee, WI | Source: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 4.21.02; Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 4.23.02; Milwaukee Catholic Journal 6.13.02; Milwaukee Catholic Herald 9.19.02; WTMJ 4.17.08 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Haran | Michael Joseph | 1945 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Accused of abuse. Died 1973. One victim alleged abuse in 1948. 2003 civil suit alleges abuse of 1 from 1949-1957. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 2 Assignments: LA Archdiocesan Report Addendum 11.15.05; LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
| Harbert | William | 1962 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Harbert admitted abusing 14 yr old in 1982 and is also accused of abusing 3 siblings. He was chaplain at nursing home when charges surfaced. Resigned from public ministry in 1993 after admitting he abused another youth. Suit filed 2/04. Plaintiff claims Diocese knew of abuse in 1970s. Settled in 2005. Another suit filed 1/07. Harbert died in 2003. | Peoria, IL | Source: Pantagraph 8.24.93; Pantagraph 8.30.93; Star-Ledger 6.13.02; Copely News Service 2.3.04; Pantagraph 2.4.04; Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 12.11.04; Associated Press 4.4.05; Journal Star 4.20.05; WJBC 1.16.07; Northwest Herald 1.17.07; The Southern 1.18.07 |
| Hardin | Roy T. | 1964 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Man alleged to Diocese in 1994 that Hardin abused him in 1976 after the teenager went to him for counseling. Diocese found allegations credible and permanently suspended Hardin. SOL stopped legal action. Hardin still receiving church-paid therapy as of 2005. | Camden, NJ | Source: Associated Press 9.19.02; Philadelphia Inquirer 10.16.05 |
Hargadon | James E. | 1955 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | 4 civil suits filed in 2002 by men accusing him of abuse when they were altar boys. Privileges were removed in 2002 after suits filed. Twice convicted of abuse in 2004. Received separate 8 yr sentences in 2 counties. Died 5/05 and Vatican ordered him tolife of prayer & penance 10/05. One man who lives in Texas says he reported the abuse to Bishop Tschoepe of Dallas in approx. 1990. Apparently nothing done. | Louisville, KY | Source: Courier-Journal 5.17.02; Courier-Journal 5.18.02; Courier-Journal 5.24.02; Courier-Journal 6.1.02; Courier-Journal 6.27.02; Courier Journal 9.29.02 (Major Account); Courier-Journal 9.29.02; Courier-Journal 10.11.02; Courier-Journal 10.20.02; Courier Journal 4.20.04; Courier-Journal 5.19.04; Courier-Journal 6.14.04; Courier-Journal 6.23.04; Courier-Journal 5.18.05; Courier-Journal 10.25.05 Assignments: Assignment Record Compiled by Law Firm |
Hargreaves | Henry G. | 1947 | P | Accused | Jesuit | Never sued but name is included in 11/07 settlement between Jesuit order and 110 plaintiffs. In 2003 Hargreaves was accused by a woman in her 60s of making improper advances to her. The bishop publicly apologized, both orally and in newspapers, and Hargreaves was removed from his parish and sent for evaluation. In 1/09 43 plaintiffs in Alaska sued Order & Seattle Univ. Pres. the Rev. Stephen Sundborg alleging Sundborg knew about abuse by Hargreaves & others and did nothing. | Fairbanks, AK | Source: Anchorage Daily News 11.20.07; Associated Press 5.20.03; Associated Press 8.06.03; Seattle Times 1.14.09; The Spectator 1.14.09; KGW (AP) 1.14.09; James Doe 59 et al v. Society of Jesus, Oregon Province et al, Alaska Superior Court, 4th Judicial District at Bethel, 1.09; KIRO 1.14.09; Seattle Times 1.15.09; Anchorage Daily News 1.14.09 |
| Harkins | Thomas M. | 1971 | P | Settled | Dioscean | Named in 1994 RICO civil suit filed in Camden. Allegation of abuse of girl in 1979-80. Sent for therapy. 2nd allegation. Both settled for total of $195,000. Church did not report allegation to police per state law. Sent for treatment on other occasions. Active until 2002 when permanently removed. | Camden, NJ | Source: Philadelphia Inquirer 10.16.05 |
Harrington (Bp) | Timothy J. | 1946 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Accused in 3/29/05 suit of sexually abusing a boy from age 11 to 15 three times; abuse consisted of genital fondling, anal penetration, and oral copulation. The diocese examined diocesan records and stated that it "found no basis of credibility to the claims." Retired 1994 and died 1997. Claim NOT settled in 11/08 $4.5M settlement w/ Diocese. . | Worcester, MA | Source: Telegram & Gazette 3.31.05; Burnett v. Bishop of Springfield, MA Superior Court No. 05-0331(B); Examiner 4.14.08; BA.org list of U.S. Bishops Accused of Abuse 4.14.08; The Republican 12.3.08 |
| Harris | Bernard A. | P | Sued | Jesuit | Accused in 2006 civil suit of molesting four of eight siblings (3 girls and a boy) between 1968-1972. Brother of James M. Harris who has also been accused of molesting several of the children. Died 1972. Although Bernard Harris was apparently working out of Helena, MT Diocese, all of the abuse occurred in the Portland Archdiocese. | Portland, OR | Source: Statesman Journal (Salem OR) 1.12.06; Oregonian 1.12.06; Table: The Oregonian 11.12.06 | |
| Harris | James M. | 1948 | P | Sued | Accused in 2006 civil suit of abusing 3 of 8 siblings between ages of 5-14, beginning in 1968. He had befriended the family after their house burned down. Brother of Bernard M. Harris who is alleged to also have abused the children. Died 1999. New lawsuit to be filed 8/07 alleging abuse of 1 youth in early 1950s. | Portland, OR | Source: Statesman Journal (Salem OR) 01.12.06; The Oregonian 1.12.06; Table: The Oregonian 11.12.06; The Oregonian 8.02.07; Statesman Journal 8.03.07; Catholic Sentinel 8.09.07 | |
Harris | John E. | 1984 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Disciplined in 1999 for launching a sexually explicit website. Then placed on leave in 2003 after accusation of nude swimming and boating with youths 20 years previously. | Portland, ME | Source: Portland Press Herald (AP) 3.17.00; Portland Press Herald 3.18.00; Portland Press Herald 3.26.00; Portland Press Herald 4.5.00; Portland Press Herald 4.21.00; St. Sebastian's Angels 6.00; Portland Press Herald 9.4.03; Portland Press Herald 9.10.03; The Day 9.11.03; Portland Press Herald 9.19.03; WMTW 1.28.07; Bangor Daily News 1.29.07; Bishop's statement in keepMEcurrent 1.29.07 |
| Harris | L. Yates | 1977 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Man filed suit in March 2003 alleging that he had been abused by Harris 20 years ago when he was 17. Harris was working as high school counselor and chaplain at the time. Man says the counseling office at the school was lined with pictures Harris had taken of shirtless male students. All had hand-written notes on the back on them. Died 1996. | Miami, FL | Source: Associated Press 3.13.03; Sun-Sentinel 3.14.03; Miami Herald 3.14.03 |
Harris | Michael A. | 1972 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Accused of abuse in 1991 in 1 civil suit which settled for $5.2M in 2001. Left priesthood. Several other victims filed suits filed in 2003. Harris served in both Los Angeles and Orange diocese and is on lists released by both. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: Abilene Reporter News / AP 8.24.01; 4.1.02; LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 3; LA Times 1.11.04; City of Angels 11.03.07 Assignments: LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
Harris | Wallace | 1972 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Harris, pastor of Saint Charles Borromeo Parish, was placed on leave 8/08 after allegations of sexual abuse of a minor in late 1980s surfaced. Second allegation was reported to the DA's office as it conducted initial investigation. No criminal charges will be filed due to SOL. Harris has denied all allegations. He served as event coordinator for the Pope's Sunday afternoon Mass at Yankee Stadium earlier in the year. By 9/20/08, 8 more accusers had come forward. | New York, NY | Source: Statement by Archdiocese of New York 8.3.08; WCBStv.com 8.3.08; Daily News 8.4.08; WABC 8.4.08; NY Post 8.4.08; Daily News 8.4.08; NY Times 8.5.08; eFluxMedia 8.5.08; Daily News 8.5.08; NY Post 8.5.08; NY Times 8.9.08; Edge 8.12.08; NY Times 8.14.08; Daily News 8.15.08; NY Times 9.20.08 Assignments: SNAP Statement 11.12.08 |
| Harrison | Arthur | 1956 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Harrison was charged in 2003 in a Marin County criminal case re abuse of 10 yr old girl in 1961. Case dismissed 7/03 after ruling by US Supreme Court; he also was accused by a family in 1988 of molesting two San Jose girls (and having affair with their mother) but was never charged. Retired in 1992. Two claims settled in 6/05 as part of $21.2 mil settlement with SF Archdiocese re 5 priests. Died 11/06. | San Jose, CA | Source: Marin Independent Journal (CA) 5.10.03; Marin Independent Journal 7.02.03; Mercury News 2.15.04 (in collection of articles); San Jose Mercury News 6.11.05; SF Chronicle 6.11.05; Valley Catholic 12.19.06 |
| Harrold | John F. | 1973 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Arrested 1983 for sending child porn through the mail. Charges dropped when he entered a treatment center in New Mexico. Worked in England at a Paraclete home for recovering alcoholics and at a retreat house in California. In 1997 the Diocese requested that he resign as a priest but he was still listed in 2002 Catholic Directory. | Syracuse, NY | Source: Post-Standard 4.14.02 |
Harsham | Ellis N. | 1968 | P | Settled | Diocesan | One 1993 article says that Harsham reportedly had oral sex with two high school students in the 1970s. Accused of abuse of several boys. Civil suit named Harsham and Cardinal Joseph Bernardin as abusers. Case withdraw but Plaintiff settled claims re Harsham in 1994. Placed on administrative leave in 1994 and still on leave as of Feb. 2006. Laicized at some point in 2006. | Cincinnati, OH | Source: Chicago Tribune 11.13.93; Chicago Sun Times 11.15.93; Chicago Sun Times 11.17.93; Chicago Tribune 11.20.93; Chicago Sun Times 11.21.93; Chicago Sun Times 11.21.93; Associated Press 12.18.93; Chicago Tribune 1.16.94; Dayton Daily News 3.01.94; Legal Intelligencer 3.16.94; Chicago Sun Times 4.19.94; Reuters 4.18.94; Dayton Daily News 4.19.94; Dayton Daily News 6.27.94; Dayton Daily News 6.29.94 Assignments: Dayton Daily News 10.14.94 (add'l article); Cincinnati Enquirer 3.16.02 (add'l article); Dayton Daily News 3.12.04 (add'l article); Archdiocese of Cincinnati Status Report 2.07.06 (add'l article); Dayton Daily News 4.22.07 (add'l article) |
Hart (Bp) | Joseph | 1956 | P | Sued | Diocesan | WY Bishop (retired) was accused in 2002 of child sexual abuse in Wyoming in 1976; cleared by special prosecutor with Cheyenne Police who cited question as to credibility of victim. Hart was also accused of abusing at least 2 individuals in Kansas Citydiocese before he became Bishop in Wyoming. Named in 2004 civil suit by 3 plaintiffs alleging abuse. 6 other plaintiffs alleged abuse by 2 other priests. Other suits filed in 2005. Claims settled 8/08 as part of $10M settlement re 12 priests. | Kansas City-St. Joseph, MO | Source: Wyoming Tribune Eagle 4.25.02; Kansas City Star 4.25.02; Associated Press 4.26.02; Wyoming Tribune Eagle 5.15.02; Kansas City Star 5.15.02; Denver Post 5.16.02; Wyoming Tribune Eagle 7.30.02; Kansas City Star 7.31.02; Kansas City Star 1.22.04; The Examiner 1.22.04; Casper Star Tribune 1.24.04; National Catholic Reporter 2.06.04; Irish Examiner 3.03.04; Star Tribune 8.28.05; National Catholic Reporter 9.16.05 Assignments: Website: Catholic Scouters & Sexual Abuse, 11.30.07 (add'l article); BA.org list of U.S. Bishops Accused of Abuse 4.14.08; Kansas City Star 8.20.08 (add'l article); Kansas City Star 8.20.08 (add'l article); Casper Star-Tribune 8.21.08; BA.org Assignment Record |
Hartel | Edward T. | 1962 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Admitted 1975 abuse of altar boy. 3 other priests were accused of abuse of same youth. Acquitted on another allegation because of identification problems. Diocese said he would not be reassigned because he had admitted the abuse. At least 1 claim included in $1.3 mil settlement with the archdiocese in 12/06. | Washington, DC | Source: Washington Post 2.09.95; see also Schaefer articles; Washington Post 11.23.95; Washington Post 12.16.06 Assignments: Washington Post 2.11.95 |
| Hartig | Julian | P | Accused | Franciscan | Died 10/87. Accused of abusing a young woman (age unknown) at Jemez Apache Reservation in NM. Woman was given counseling and matter referred to review board. Allegation was found to be credible by Diocese and Order. | Gallup, NM | Source: Arizona Republic 8.14.03; Gallup Independent 8.2.05 | |
| Hartman | Richard A. | P | Sued | Diocesan | Accused of abuse in 1958-1959. At least 1 civil suit filed. Deceased. On Los Angeles list of abusers and on Orange Co. Diocese list. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: Orange County Weekly 5.4.03; LA Archdiocesan Report Addendum 11.15.05 Assignments: LA Times Database 4.20.06; Orange County Weekly 3.04.05 | |
| Hartwig | Lawrence | 1967 | P | Accused | Diocesan | 5/02 article says that Grand Rapids diocese had substantiated allegations against Hartwig and 7 other priests. Hartwig, who is deceased, was named in single allegation which took place in Muskegon in 1982. No other information is available. Per the 1998 and 1990 Catholic Directories, Hartwig was on duty outside the Diocese. He seems to be in the Springfield, MA diocese per 1990 Directory and back in Grand Rapids per the 1995 Catholic Directory. | Grand Rapids, MI | Source: Grand Rapids Press 5.17.02 |
| Hartz | Gerald | 1959 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Former superintendent of Sioux City Catholic schools. Charged 9/95 with indecent contact w/ 13 yr old girl. Took leave. Charges dropped 12/95 when girl would not testify and Hartz agreed to resign from assignment. In 9/96 woman filed suit alleging Hartzgrabbed her, kissed her neck and touched her while in his Church. Incident happened 12/94. Case later dismissed from federal court. "On special assignment" per 2002 Catholic Directory. Living in Bakersfield, CA 12/08 per diocese website. | Sioux City, IA | Source: Des Moines Register 9.20.95; Des Moines Register 10.10.95; USA Today 12.28.95; Telegraph Herald 9.7.96; Des Moines Register 3.8.02; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; Des Moines Register 1.17.04 |
Hasenberg | Aloysius J. | 1949 | P | Accused | Diocesan | After 9/08 accusation that he abused a male minor, 86 yr old Hasenberg was removed from ministry in Watersmeet and out of his residence at rectory 10/08. He had officially retired in 1990s. Diocese conduced preliminary investigation and said allegation had a "semblance of truth." No information on dates of abuse or age of victim. Matter will be referred to the Vatican. | Marquette, MI | Source: Diocese of Marquette Press Release 10.27.08; Mining Journal 10.27.08; NBC 25 10.27.08; WLUC 10.27.08; AHN 10.27.08; Iron Country Reporter 10.28.08 Assignments: Diocese of Marquette Press Release 11.7.08 |
Hasselbach | Kenneth C. | 1966 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Hasselbach permanently removed in 1994 after accusations he abused 2 boys some 20 yrs previously. Allegations surfaced shortly after Hasselbach was sent for therapy because another priest had found pornography in his room. He admitted abusing a 12 yr old youth in 1974 but said the youth's version was exaggerated and he thought the youth was older than 12 or 13. Arrested 1/09 in FL for possession of internet child pornography. | Rockville Centre, NY | Source: Newsday 2.24.94; Newsday 3.13.02; Sun Sentinel 1.30.09; Miami Herald 2.1.09; Newsday 2.3.09; Newsday 3.15.09 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record and Other Info |
| Hatrel | Thomas | P | Sued | Jesuit | In Oct, 2007 Hatrel has just been added as a defendant in existing litigation in Fairbanks. The abuse is alleged to have occurred betweeb 1985-87 while Hatrel served at St. Ignatius parish in Alakanuk, Alaska. Hatrel is deceased. Claims included in 11/07 settlement with the Jesuits. | Fairbanks, AK | Source: Fairbanks News-Miner 11.03.07; Anchorage Daily News 11.20.07 | |
| Hausfeld | Bruce | 1962 | P | Accused | Franciscan | Placed on leave 5/02 while order continues investigation of a single allegation of sexual misconduct with a minor. Allegation could not be corroborated when it was first reported 4/01 and Hausfeld was allowed to continue in parish at the time. Diocese again cleared and reinstated him as of 10/02. Still active in 2008. | Las Cruces, NM | Source: Albuquerque Journal 5.3.02; Alamogordo Daily News 11.8.02 |
| Havel | Thomas E. | 1963 | P | Sued | Marianist | Ordained into LA Archdiocese. Became Marianist priest in 1972. Continued in LA until 1980. Requested laicization and became doctor/psychiatrist Accused in 2002 of abuse from 1968-1973. 1989 Civil suit dismissed due to SOL. Order settled with victim. Another suit filed 2003. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: San Jose Mercury News 4.19.89; LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 4; City of Angels 12.07.07 Assignments: LA Archdiocesan Report Addendum 11.15.05; LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
| Havey | Joseph | 1971 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Accused of abuse of at least 5 boys in 1970s-1980s. Sued 1993. They and others say he provided pornography, drugs and alcohol. Suit dismissed in 1995 on SOL and dismissal upheld by appeals court. Two other claims were pending at that time. Havey leftpriesthood and married. At least some claims settled as part of 2004 $3M mass settlement. Laicized in 4/06. | Springfield, IL | Source: Chicago Sun-Times 11.10.93; Chicago Daily Law Bulletin 5.25.95; Springfield State Journal-Register 12.13.95; State Journal-Register 12.19.95; Chicago Daily Law Bulletin 1.22.96; Chicago Daily Law Bulletin 3.18.98; Chicago Daily Law Bulletin 5.6.98; State Journal-Register 10.31.99; State Journal-Register 3.13.05; State Journal-Register 4.29.06; Journal-Register 11.17.07 |
| Hawkes | Benjamin | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused of abuse of 2 between 1973 and 1985. Died. No civil suits. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 2 Assignments: LA Times Database 4.20.06 | |
| Hay | James B. | P | Sued | Diocesan | Deceased. He became part of Las Cruces Diocese when it was formed. Man filed suit 2006 alleging that Hay raped him and another youth in 1964 while assigned to Our Lady of the Light parish. Suit named El Paso Diocese and Hay's supervising priest becausePlaintiff said that priest ignored his requests for help. Judge dismissed on SOL 1/09; Plaintiff filed motion to recuse judge since he contributed to Church during the pendency of the case. Judge withdrew 4/28/09. New judge will reopen the case 5/09. | El Paso, TX | Source: Newspaper Tree 4.23.09; Motion to Recuse in Doe v. Catholic Diocese of El Paso, 2006-2747, CC at Law # 3, El Paso Co. TX; El Paso Times 4.28.09; Newspaper Tree 5.4.09; El Paso Times 5.4.09 | |
| Hayden | Robert E. "Paul" | B | Convicted | Little Brothers of the Good Shepard | Br. Robert (or "Paul") Hayden (also known as Brother Declan) sentenced to one year in prison in 1986 for sexually abusing mentally retarded men at a group home. One resident contracted AIDS and died. Civil suit filed 1993 accused Hayden and Br. Fintan Shaffer of abuse. Also named was Order which ran the home and other religious. Suit settled fall, 1997. Mother of victim will donate proceeds to charity to help other victims. | Columbus, OH | Source: Columbus Dispatch 5.22.93; Telegraph Herald 3.3.96; U.S. News & World Report 3.11.96; Cincinnati Enquirer 9.14.00; Columbus Dispatch 4.6.02 | |
| Hayes | James C. | 1965 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Removed from his assignment in 6/02 after allegations resurfaced about "inappropriate behavior" years ago. Incident was first reported in 1990 and Hayes went to St. Luke's. He had been serving as hospital chaplain since 1991. Per 6/03 article, Hayes had been permanently removed from ministry. | Syracuse, NY | Source: Post-Standard 6.6.02; Post-Standard (NY) 6.18.03 |
| Hayes | Joseph B. | 1946 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Man filed civil suit 11/02 claiming he was abused by Hayes for 3 years, beginning in 1980 when he was 10. Hayes died in 1995. | Baker, OR | Source: Associated Press 11.5.02 |
| Hazen | David | 1956 | P | Settled | Diocesan | One suit settled in 1997 for small sum. 18 individuals participated in suit filed 12/01 which alleged abuse in late 1950s and late 1970s. Baker Bishop allowed Hazen to serve in multiple parishes, including some in Portland Archdiocese, even after Hazenadmitted to abuse in 1959. This permitted him to abuse at least 16 of the plaintiffs. All 18 settled with Baker Diocese 4/04 for $3.6M. Hazen died in 1983. | Baker, OR | Source: Associated Press 12.12.01; Associated Press 2.26.02; The Oregonian 6.25.02; Sunday Oregonian 7.7.02; Bend.com 1.22.03; Bend.com 2.3.03; The Bulletin 2.4.03; The Oregonian 5.3.03; Statesman Journal 5.8.03; The Oregonian 5.21.03; OregonLive.com (AP) 11.11.03; Associated Press 5.18.04; Table: The Oregonian 11.12.06; The Oregonian 6.6.07 (Documents) |
| Hazzouri | (unknown) | P | Accused | Society of St. John | Woman filed sexual harassment and employment discrimination suit against Diocese in 2002 alleging that a retired "Fr. Hazzouri" touched her in an inappropriate sexual fashion in 1996-1997 when she was 14 and working as dining room/kitchen server at Villa St. Joseph. Suit dismissed on summary judgment 2005. This is believed to be Alex Hazzouri, ordained in 1957, but first name was never mentioned in articles. | Scranton, PA | Source: Wilkes Barre Times Leader 2.27.02; Employment and Labor Law Alert 5.11.05 | |
| Healy | Terrence | ? | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Healy pled no contest in Livingston Co. to molestation charges in 1987 and spent 4 1/2 yrs in prison. May have abused in earlier assignment. Per 2/04 article, allgations were made (in 2002 or 2003??) in Lansing Diocese against Healy who served in Grand Blanc at one time. | Lansing, MI | Source: Lansing State Journal 3.8.02 |
| Heaney | John P. | 1953 | P | Indicted | Diocesan | Heaney, who was retired, was placed on leave 8/02 when allegations arose that he abused 2 brothers in early 1960s. In 2003 Heaney, a former senior chaplain for the San Francisco Police Department, was charged with molesting one of the brothers; charges dropped 7/03 after Supreme Court Ruling that statute was unconstitutional. | San Francisco, CA | Source: San Francisco Chronicle 8.16.02; Marin Independent Journal 8.22.02; San Francisco Chronicle 8.29.02; San Francisco Chronicle 1.24.03; San Francisco Chronicle 1.30.03; San Francisco Chronicle 2.1.03; San Francisco Chronicle 3.31.03; SF Weekly 5.21.03; SF Weekly 6.25.03; San Francisco Chronicle 11.12.04 |
| Heather | Gerald | B | Sued | Franciscan | Accused with Rev. Robert Van Handel in 2004 suit of abusing 2 choir boys at St. Anthony's Seminary in Santa Barbara in 1989-94. Called a priest in the article we cite but not listed in Directory. Provisionally listed here as a brother. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Times 12.30.04 | |
| Hebert | Donald J. | 1981 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Hebert was coordinator for religious activities for Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts. In 1990 a 14 year old boy accused Hebert of sexual abuse during a camping trip. Police did not charge Hebert. He did admit the abuse and was sent for treatment. He served as hospital chaplain from 1991 - 1995 and then was assigned to a parish until 4/02 when he was reassigned to an admin. position. | Syracuse, NY | Source: Post-Standard 9.14.90; Post Standard 9.16.90; Post Standard 4.11.02; Post-Standard 6.18.03 |
| Hebert | Paul L. | 1959 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Hebert placed on leave 7/04 following allegations that he sexually abused a boy in the 1970s. He denied allegations. Diocese referred matter to police and to Dept of Children and Family. Hebert was pastor of St. Michael's in Pawcatuck (where abuse is alleged to have occurred) from 12/71 until 10/81 and Pastor of Most Holy Trinity in Pomfret for the next 23 years. Civil suit filed. Settled 10/07 for $170,000. Another suit filed 12/08 alleged later abuse. | Norwich, CT | Source: Norwich Bulletin 7.03.04; Associated Press 7.10.04; The Day 5.13.07; The Day 8.01.07; The Day 10.24.07; The Day 10.29.07; The Day 12.19.08; Newsday 12.19.08 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Hebert | Raymond | P | Sued | Diocesan | Sued 2005. Accused of abuse. Diocese believes this is a case of mistaken idenity. More suits 3/06. Involves Madonna Manor | New Orleans, LA | Source: Times Picayune 8.25.05; Times Picayune 3.14.06 | |
| Heck | Donald Henry | 1963 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Heck abused boy in 1990 and was sent to treatment (supposedly for stress) for one year. He was already working in another parish when he was indicted in 1991. In 1992 he entered Alford Plea (pleaded no contest) and was sentenced to 4 years jail. He also abused at least one other boy in 1990. | St. Louis, MO | Source: St. Louis Post Dispatch 12.17.91; St. Louis Post Dispatch 5.30.92; St. Louis Post Dispatch 8.01.92; St. Louis Post Dispatch 8.14.92; St. Louis Post Dispatch 8.30.92 |
Hederman | Kevin F. | 1975 | P | Sued | Diocesan | 5/09 civil suit by 1 man accused Hederman of abuse in early 1990s when the man was a 17 yr old student at Christian Brothers College high school and Hederman was assigned to North American Martyrs Church in Florissant. Hederman joined the Latin America Apostolate in 1998 and is currently working in Belize, Central America. He has denied the allegation. | St. Louis, MO | Source: KMOX 5.26.09; St. Louis Post Dispatch 5.27.09; News 7 Belize 5.29.09 |
Hefferan | John Edward | 1956 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Newly identified as abuser on Chicago Archdiocesan Report 3.20.06. Removed from Public Ministry 10.03 | Chicago, IL | Source: Chicago Archdiocesan Report 3.20.06 page 2 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Heil | Norman | P | Sued | Diocesan | Sued 2004. Accused of abuse of girl, age 16, in 1965. The girl became pregnant and alleged in lawsuit that Heil and a nun pressured her to give up the baby. Heil left priesthood in 1968 and died 1988. Lawsuit dismissed on SOL by Ohio Supreme Court 1/08. | Cincinnati, OH | Source: WCPO.com 12.01.04; Cincinnati Enquirer 12.02.04; Cincinnati Inquirer 5.06.06; Cincinnati Enquirer 6.05.07; Cincinnati Enquirer 1.17.08 | |
| Heim | William | < 1968 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Heim, a former priest working as a school guidance counselor, was arrested 3/02 on recent charges of inappropriately touching (sexual contact) on an 11 year old boy for over a year. His last church assignment was 1972. In 8/02 he was sentenced to two years in state prison. In 5/02 he pleaded guilty to possessing child pornography on his home computer and received a sentence of 5 years probation (this was in another county). In 5/04 Heim was released on parole from prison. | Albany, NY | Source: Albany Times Union 3.6.02; Albany Times Union 3.7.02; Albany Times Union 5.2.02; Associated Press 7.2.02; Albany Times Union 8.20.02 |
| Heimann | David | 1958 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Heimann was on staff at Pontifical College Josephinum Seminary in Columbus Ohio from ordination in 1958 through 5/61. He was dismissed when he was found to be running a sex ring with high school boys. He had people take off their clothes and look at their bodies in mirrors, to tell them how good their bodies were and that Jesus loved them and their bodies. 1961 is when Cardinal Law graduated from this seminary. | Columbus, OH | Source: Boston Herald 8.21.02 |
| Heitzer | Joseph | P | Accused | Diocesan | Heitzer died in 1969 while in alcoholism treatment in Twin Cities. At least three men have told Archdiocese that Heitzer abused them. Current vicar general says that there was "some indication" that leaders of the archdiocese knew about allegations at the time. One of the victims testified at the Dallas Bishops' conference in June 2002. | St. Paul-Minneapolis, MN | Source: Forest Lake Times (MN) 10.16.02; Star Tribune 6.14.02; St. Paul Pioneer Press 6.14.02 | |
| Helowicz | Marion Francis | 1974 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Pleaded guilty in 1988 to abusing a learning-disabled teenage boy for 18 months (7/82 - 2/84) and was sentenced to 6 mo. jail, suspended for 2 years, and 200 hrs community service. Privileges were removed. In Feb., 1990 a civil suit was settled out ofcourt and terms not revealed. Between 1990 and 1993 two other individuals came forward to allege abuse in early 1980s. Named on Baltimore's 9/26/02 list. | Baltimore, MD | Source: Washington Post 10.05.88; Washington Post 12.28.88; United Press International 2.02.90; Baltimore Sun 9.26.02 |
Hemmerle | R. Joseph | 1967 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Man told archdiocese 9/01 that Hemmerle molested him in mid 1970s at a summer camp when he was 11. He wanted Hemmerle to get counseling & not work with youths. Archdiocese did not promise so man went to police 1/02. Police began to investigate & Archdiocese put Hemmerle on leave. In mid- 2002 Diocese reinstated Hemmerle saying that the police had completed investigation and closed case. Later article said police had not completed investigation. No other accusers have come forward. | Louisville, KY | Source: Courier-Journal 5.9.02; Courier-Journal 6.1.02; Courier-Journal 6.12.02; Courier-Journal 6.13.02; Associated Press 6.13.02; Courier-Journal 6.30.02 |
| Hemstreet | John | 1964 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Hemstreet left active ministry in 1987 and in 1992 was arrested for sexually abusing a 10 yr old boy. Diocese paid for his treatment at St. Luke's. He was sentenced to 90 days in jail in 1993. Diocese says he left ministry without requesting laicization. Hemstreet, an admitted alcoholic, convicted child molester and former boy scout leader, has been active in protesting the Boy Scouts' policy of not accepting homosexual leaders. Absent on leave per 1988, 1990 and 1995 Catholic Directories | Toledo, OH | Source: Toledo Blade 12.1.02; Toledo Blade 3.30.04; Diocese of Toledo Status Report 2.17.05; Diocese of Toledo Status Report 4.8.08 |
| Henao | Luis E. | 1974 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Henao, a native of Columbia, was placed on leave in 5/02 after allegations that he engaged in sex with a minor in 1981 were found to be "credible" by the Archdiocese. Returned to duty 11/02 because the Review Board could not find sufficient evidence tokeep Henao on administrative leave, | New Orleans, LA | Source: Times-Picayune 5.20.02; Times-Picayune 11.23.02; Times-Picayune 11.25.02 |
| Henderson | Thomas | P | Accused | Diocesan | 2005 Maine AG report includes one claim that Henderson attempted to rape one youth in Richmond in 1945 or 1946 when he was 13 or 14. Henderson got him drunk on other occasions so there may have been more than one assault. Henderson is reported to be deceased. | Portland, ME | Source: Maine AG Document Production 5.27.05 | |
Henn | Joseph John | 1978 | P | Indicted | Salvatorian | Civil suit filed June 2003 by one accuser. Indicted by grand jury in July, 2003 on 13 counts of child molestation of 3 boys between 1979-1981. Found working in Rome and arrested July 2005. Officials refused to make him return to states. He fought extradition while living under house arrest in Rome. Official extradition ordered in July 2006 but Henn fled just prior to announcement and current whereabouts unknown. 1 civil suit settled for $50,000 in 2006. | Phoenix, AZ | Source: Arizona Republic 6.26.03; Arizona Republic 8.06.03; Arizona Republic 11.15.03; Dallas Morning News 9.12.04; Dallas Morning News 9.12.04; LA Times 4.16.05; Catholic News Service 7.18.05; East Valley Tribune 7.19.05; Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 7.20.05 ; Reuters 11.11.05; Arizona Republic 1.26.06; Reuters 2.02.06; Arizona Republic 7.29.06; KVOA 7.29.06; WFAA (Dallas Morning News) 8.01.06 Assignments: Arizona Republic 8.02.06 (add'l article); Reuters 8.02.06 (add'l article); ANSA 8.03.06 (add'l article); Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 8.18.06 (add'l article); Arizona Republic 10.12.06 (add'l article) |
| Hennessy | Paul Kevin | B | Sued | Christian Brothers | Named in 2005 civil suit. Accused of abuse of 1 individual. | New York, NY | Source: US District Court, Southern District New York, No. 05-CV-10467; Renew America 5.17.06; Supreme Court of the State of New York, County of New York, No. 07-102959 | |
Henry | James T. | 1964 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Diocese learned in 1987 of abuse of 15 yr old girl. He was transferred, sent for treatment, and then reassigned. In 2004 his ministry was permanently restricted and he is living a supervised life. | Philadelphia, PA | Source: Philadephila Inquirer 2.06.05; Philadelphia Grand Jury Report; Philadelphia Inquirer 9.18.05; Local Catholic 9.29.05 Assignments: Philadelphia Archdiocesan Priest Data Profile |
| Henry | Joseph | P | Sued | Diocesan | In his 1991 petition against Bishop Joseph Ferrario, Plaintiff named Fr. Henry as the priest who first sexually abused him. Abuse occurred from 1964-1972 when Henry died. Plaintiff told Bishop Ferrario, who succeeded Henry as parish priest, and Ferrario than began abusing the Plaintiff. | Honolulu, HI | Source: Figueroa v. Bishop..; District of Hawaii; # 91-00453; Vanity Fair 12.91; Renew America 6.27.06 | |
Henry | Patrick | 1981 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Placed on leave 6/07 after recent complaint that he sexually abused a minor in the 1970s (prior to ordination). Review board found allegation to be credible. Matter has been forwarded to the Vatican for review. Worked at Boy's Town prior to ordination and at least one man says Henry abused him when he was a resident at Boys Town. Henry also worked in Omaha Diocese from 1981-1984, in Bolivia from 1984-1989, in Omaha 1990-1992, and then in Peru. He transferred to Ohio in 1994. | Cleveland, OH | Source: Plain Dealer 3.06.95; Plain Dealer 6.13.07; News-Herald 6.13.07; Beacon Journal 6.15.07; KETV 1.18.08; Akron Beacon Journal 1.19.08; Omaha World Herald 1.19.08; KCAU-TV 1.20.08 |
| Henry | Richard Allen | 1972 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Placed on leave 1991 after conviction of abuse of 4 boys. Sentenced 1993 to 8-year prison sentence. New accusations in 2002. Civil suit 2003 by 3 plaintiffs. A total of 13 accusers per archdiocese list. Included in 12/06 $60 mil settlement re 22 priests which covers all of the cases involving molestations that occurred since Mahony was named head of the diocese in 1985. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: USA Today 11.11.02; LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 2; LA Times 4.20.06; LA Times 8.18.02; LA Times 12.02.06 Assignments: LA Archdiocesan Report Addendum 11.15.05; LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
Hensley | Gilbert | B | Sued | Dominican | Civil suit filed 10/07 accuses Hensley of abuse of one youth in late 70s-early 1980s at St. Vincent Ferrer Parish in River Forest. Suit also says that there were other victims, as well as one 17 yr old who fought back and broke Hensley's jaw. Suit further alleges that Hensley's supervisor was also an abuser. Hensley has been placed in a "supervised position" pending investigation. | Chicago, IL | Source: WBBM 10.27.07; Chicago Sun-Times 10.28.07; Journal of Oak Park and Forest River 11.12.07 | |
| Henson | Jerome M. | 1977 | P | Accused | Dominican | Caught in compromising position in 1981 in graveyard with 13 yr old boy at night in Sacramento. Immediately shipped to Reno under Bishop McFarland who sent him to Orange in 1984 before McFarland became bishop of Orange in 1986. Placed on leave in 2002. Two separate suits filed 2002. Also worked in Oakland Diocese. Claims included in 2005 $35M settlement to 33 victims. Order's insurance company does not want to pay $1.5M to reimb Diocese for settlement. | Sacramento, CA | Source: Contra Costa Times 4.24.02; LA Times 5.07.02; USA Today 11.11.02; OC Weekly 12.10.03; Diocese of Orange Press Release 1.01.04; OC Weekly 7.09.04; OC Weekly 11.18.04; Contra Costa Times 4.01.08; Sacramento Bee 9.17.08; California Catholic Daily 9.25.08 |
| Herbst | Harold A. | 1941 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Herbst's name appears on Archdiocese's July 2004 list of priests fully restricted from ministry (or who would have been restricted if still living) because of credible allegations of abuse. Herbst died in 1979. | Milwaukee, WI | Source: Statement by Archdiocese of Milwaukee 7.09.04; Milwaukee Journal 7.10.04 |
Herdegen | Anthony G. | 1946 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Sued 12/03. Accused of abuse of two brothers from ages 5-19 and 10-15 in 1960s and 1970s. Retired 1995. No criminal charges filed in 1985 because of statute of limitations. Appeals Court ruled 5/08 that lawsuit could go forward because Mahony's testimony indicated the church was or should have been aware that Herdegen might have been an abuser. Cal. Sup. Ct. declined to hear appeal on decision to go forward. Trial began 3/09. Jury found for Diocese on SOL 4/3/09. One plaintiff to get new trial. | Fresno, CA | Source: Fresno Bee 12.17.03; Deposition of Cardinal Roger Mahony 11.23.04 (part 2); LA Weekly 12.15.04; LA Weekly 12.17.04; Ruling by Cal. Court of Appeals 5.21.08 in Santillan v. Roman Catholic Bishop of Fresno, 08 S.O.S. 2977; Central Valley Business Times 5.22.08; San Jose Mercury News (AP) 5.22.08; Metropolitan News-Enterprise 5.22.08; California Catholic Daily 5.27.08; Metropolitan News-Enterprise 8.14.08; Fresno Bee 3.12.09; LA Times 3.17.09; SF Chronicle 3.17.09; CBS 47 3.18.09; ABC 30 3.20.09 Assignments: Fresno Bee 4.3.09 (add'l article); ABC 30 4.3.09 (add'l article); Fresno Bee 6.9.09 (add'l article); Fresno Bee 6.15.09 (add'l article); CBS 47 6.15.09 (add'l article) |
Herek | Daniel P. | 1971 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Pleaded no contest 1998 to allegations of sexual abuse of 1 youth. Served 2 1/2 yrs jail. Named by 8 in subsequent civil suits. 2002 Jury award of $800K to 1 plaintiff. Other suits then settled. Convicted of exposing himself in mall parking lot in 9/05.Request for new trial denied. Sentenced 120 days in jail. Verdict appealed.. Finally going to jail 3 yrs later (7/08). He had requested house arrest. Judge also added 4 months for probation violation when caught masturbating in public. | Omaha, NE | Source: Omaha World Herald 7.26.97; Omaha World Herald 8.1.97; Omaha World Herald 2.13.98; Omaha World Herald 2.14.98; Omaha World Herald 2.21.98; Omaha World Herald 2.22.98; Omaha World Herald 8.29.98; Omaha World Herald 8.30.98; Omaha World Herald 9.2.98; Omaha World Herald 1.19.99; Omaha World Herald 7.15.01; Omaha World Herald 10.26.01; Omaha World Herald 6.15.02; Associated Press 1.30.04; KETV 7.13.06 Assignments: Sioux City Journal 7.21.06 (add'l article); Omaha World Herald 12.1.06 (add'l article); Omaha World Herald 5.15.08 (add'l article); Omaha World Herald 7.10.08 (add'l article); BA.Org Assignment Record |
| Hermley | Robert J. | 1955 | P | Accused | Salesian | Convicted 1982 of indecent assult of boys age 13 and 14 in Wilmington. 3 yrs probation. Reinstated to ministry same year in parish in VA. In 1987 he was reported for having abused a youth during 1978-80 assignment in NJ. Accused in 2003 of abuse of boy in Philadelphia between 1976-1980. When listed in the Philly Grand Jury report, he was living at an Oblate facility in Childs, Md | Wilmington, DE | Source: Philly Grand Jury Report; News Journal 9.30.05; News Journal 10.01.05; News Journal 11.20.05 (Major Account); News Journal 11.18.06 |
| Hernandez | Larry | 1978 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Man came forward in 2008 to allege that Hernandez, L. White and D. Zumaya had all three molested him between 1978-1982 when he was a minor and they were assigned to San Fernando Cathedral. Hernandez left the Archdiocese and joined Order of the Most Holy Trinity in 1982. Faculties were suspended by order when allegation first became known in 2008. | San Antonio, TX | Source: Statement by Archdiocese of San Antonio 3.8.09; WOAI.com 3.9.09; KSAT 3.9.09; Houston Chronicle 3.10.09; WOAI 3.13.09 |
| Hernandez | Ramon | 1959 ? | P | Accused | Diocesan | Hernandez. originally a priest in Cuba, moved to US in 1980. He removed himself from ministry 2/06 after man accused him of abuse in 1999 when the man was 16 and Hernandez was assigned to St. Rita's in Dade City. Hernandez denied all the allegations. Police investigated but did not file charges. Diocese conducted an investigation and submitted matter to Review Board. Diocese announced it would him to active ministry as of 8/30/06. Unable to locate him on diocesan website as of 7/19/08. | St. Petersburg, FL | Source: Tampa Tribune 2.18.06; St. Petersburg Times 2.18.06; Bulletin of St. Rita Parish 9.24.06 |
Hernandez | Stephen C. | 1982 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Inactive leave. Multiple victims before 1985. Civil suit filed 12/03. Accused of abuse from 1998-2002 in one instance. Sentenced to 3 yrs probation 1/25/06. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Archdiocesan Report Errata Notice # 1; LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 2; Los Angeles Times 1.25.06; LA Times 8.18.02; City of Angels 12.07.07 Assignments: LA Archdiocesan Report Addendum 11.15.05; LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
| Hernandez-Tovar | Francisco | 1980 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Placed on permanent leave 1/08 after diocesan review board determined that allegations of abuse against him were credible. Man went to Diocese in 7/07 to allege that Hernandez had molested him between 1986-1988 when he was 13. Hernandez was working atOur Lady of Lourdes Church in Colusa at the time. | Sacramento, CA | Source: Appeal Democrat 1.29.08; Sacramento Bee 1.29.08; California Catholic Daily 2.01.08 |
Herp | Joseph T. | 1973 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Sued 2002 & 2003 by 4 men alleging abuse in 1970s-1980s. In 5/02, Archdiocese admitted that there had been other concerns expressed about Herp in the 1970s. Police had investigated in 1988 and 1990 (while he was a police chaplain). In 10/02, his privileges were permanently removed. In 2003, diocesan review board substantiated the allegations against Herp. Laicization announced 10/05. | Louisville, KY | Source: Associated Press 5.11.02; Courier-Journal 5.17.02; Courier-Journal 5.18.02; Courier Journal 9.29.02 (Major Account); Courier-Journal 9.29.02; Courier-Journal 10.6.02; Courier-Journal 10.11.02; Courier-Journal 10.20.02; Courier-Journal 4.10.03; Courier-Journal 5.31.03; Courier-Journal 3.9.04; Courier-Journal 10.25.05 Assignments: Assignment Record Compiled by Law Firm |
| Herpin | L. Michael | 1966 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Removed from his post as vicar of the central region and pastor of Sacred Heart Parish in Broussard and sent for medical treatment 7/02 after admitting that he had engaged in sexual impropriety with a minor about 30 yrs ago. Review committee agreed. Noother info on victim | Lafayette, LA | Source: State Times/Morning Advocate 7.13.02; The Advocate 7.23.02 |
| Herrera | Hernando | 1998 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Placed on leave from Our Lady of Mount Carmel in 8/03 after allegations of "inappropriate conduct" with two minors. No info on gender, location or time of incidents. Had been serving as executive director of youth ministries for the Diocese (since 2002) as well as parochial vicar at a parish. He had also served as part-time chaplain at a high school in Taunton from 1999 to 2002. No further information found. | Fall River, MA | Source: Providence Journal-Bulletin 6.11.98; Standard-Times 8.22.03; Providence Journal-Bulletin 8.22.03; Providence Journal-Bulletin 8.25.03; Providence Journal-Bulletin 9.3.03; Providence Journal-Bulletin 10.17.03; Providence Journal-Bulletin 12.26.03 |
| Herrera | Rosendo | 1996 | P | Settled | Diocesan | 2002 civil suit alleges Herrera impregnated a 17 yr old girl in Amarillo and also molested 2 of her sisters. Suit says Herrera was removed earlier from Mexican seminary for having sexual relations with young girl. Removed from ministerial duties in the Amarillo Diocese in 2000. Suit settled 2/03. He was granted lay status in 3/01. Second suit filed by adult accuser 10/03 and settled 11/04. | Amarillo, TX | Source: Amarillo Globe-News 7.11.02; Associated Press 7.11.02; Amarillo Globe-News 8.9.02; NY Times 8.24.02; Dallas Morning News 9.1.02; Amarillo Globe-News 2.27.03; Associated Press 2.27.03; Amarillo Globe-News 10.17.03; Amarillo Globe-News 11.14.03; Amarillo Globe-News 11.25.04; Associated Press 11.29.04 |
| Hesch | John | 1982 | P | Accused | Diocesan | In 1985 Church investigated allegations that Hesch abused several youths in his role as a sex education teacher. Teachers complained about Hesch's physical handling of children. Church said they would sent to counseling but didn't. In 1994 a 21 yr old man committed suicide in 1994. Parents asked church to keep Hesch away from funeral. Weeks later Hesch killed himself after confrontation by church officials re abuse. He claimed he was innocent. Bishop also ignored info on other victims in 1994. | Richmond, VA | Source: Richmond Times Dispatch 6.7.94; Richmond Times Dispatch 7.13.94; Washington Post 7.14.94; San Diego Union Tribune 7.15.94; Richmond Times Dispatch 7.30.94; America 10.29.94; Richmond Times Dispatch 4.28.02; Plain Dealer 5.25.02; Richmond Times Dispatch 8.25.02; Richmond Times Dispatch 8.30.02; Daily Press 7.9.03 |
| Hess | John P. | 1983 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Hess pleaded guilty 5/02 to one felony count of possessing child pornography received over the Internet. Federal agents seized Hess' computer from rectory in March 2002 as part of Operation Candyman sting. Allowed to change guilty plea from possession of child pornography to lesser charge of possession of obscene materials because of problems with warrants. In 2003 he was sentenced to 3 months in halfway house, 5 yrs probation, and a fine of $5,000. Still priest but has no duties. | St. Louis, MO | Source: St. Louis Post Dispatch 3.08.02; St. Louis Post Dispatch 5.09.02; St. Louis Post Dispatch 2.04.03 |
| Hewitt | Andrew | B | Sued | Christian Brothers | Br. Hewitt was accused of abusing a freshman boy with emotional problems. Civil suit filed 8/88 and police conducted investigation. Hewitt sentenced to 5 yrs probation 4/89 and inpatient therapy in New Mexico. Order and Diocese filed against insurance company. Have New Jersey Superior Court ruling of 8/5/97 reversing lower court's order dismissing plaintiffs' claims and remanding. See 698 A.2d 543; 1997 N.J.Super. LEXIS 363. | Newark, NJ | Source: Brother.. v. Providence..; Superior Ct. NJ- Appellate; A-6641-95T2; Book: Gospel of Shame, p. 186 | |
Heydens | Donald J. | 1970 | P | Settled | Diocesan | In the early 1990s, the diocese substantiated four allegations of abuse involving young girls in the early 1970s. The diocese made out of court settlements in 1989 and 1994. Heydens remained active as a priest until he was removed from position as of 8/02. He was on restricted duty running the diocese's program for deacons. | Grand Rapids, MI | Source: Grand Rapids Press 3.23.02; Grand Rapids Press 4.6.02; Grand Rapids Press 5.17.02; Grand Rapids Press 5.18.02; Grand Rapids Press 6.05.02; Grand Rapids Press 7.05.02; Holland Sentinel 7.06.02; Detroit Free Press 4.14.03; Grand Rapids Press 1.08.07; Mlive.com (AP) 1.9.07 |
| Heyndricks | Eugene P. | 1981 | P | Sentenced | Diocesan | Arrested in July 2002 in male prostitution sting allegedly involving minors. Placed on leave by archdiocese. Pleaded guilty 2003 and sentenced to 2 yrs probation with no unsupervised contact with minors. Archdiocese still investigating and he remaned onleave as of 5/03. | Newark, NJ | Source: Star-Ledger 7.27.02; Star-Ledger 7.28.02; The Record 7.28.02; The Record 7.30.02; the Record 10.03.02; USA Today 11.11.02; The Record 4.10.03; Star Ledger 5.02.03; The Record 5.02.03 |
Hickey | Gerald J. | 1963 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Unassigned since 1994. Resumed parish work in 1998 on limited basis. Two nephews came forward 3/02 alleging abuse. One said he told the Archdiocese by letter in 1992 and filed suit which was dismissed. Archdiocese paid for 2 yrs counseling for him. Hickey placed on leave 2/02. Lives in Scituate as of 10/08. At some point, he served as chaplain for New England Patriots football team. | Boston, MA | Source: Boston Globe 2.8.02; Boston Herald 2.8.02; Patriot Ledger 2.8.02; Boston Herald 2.9.02; Patriot Ledger 2.11.02; Patriot Ledger 3.12.02; Patriot Ledger 12.19.02; Patriot Ledger 12.20.02; Boston Herald 12.20.02; Boston Globe 3.5.03; Patriot Ledger 10.20.08 Assignments: Boston Archdiocesan Assignment Record; Other Boston Assignment Record |
| Hidding | Thomas J. | 1986 | P | Accused | Jesuit | Hidding was removed from his assignment at Miami parish 5/02 after "credible" accusation that he molested a student at Jesuit high school in Tampa some time between 1980-1982. After the alleged incident, Hidding was transferred to the Jesuit high school in Dallas, TX where he served from 1982-1983. This was while he was a Jesuit Brother and prior to ordination as priest. | St. Petersburg, FL | Source: Tampa Tribune 5.10.02; St. Petersburg Times 5.10.02; Tampa Tribune 5.11.02 |
| Higgins | Michael | 1964 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Higgins was removed from active priesthood after he was accused of soliciting sex in a confessional. He denied the allegations and appealed his case to the Vatican. In 1987 Higgins sued Bishop Maher and others alleging that he was falsely accused of sexual misconduct. Higgins has said that Vatican reversed Bishop's decision and he is a "retired priest". Diocese denies this, saying that Pope affirmed decision to remove his privileges. | San Diego, CA | Source: LA Times 8.11.89; Press Enterprise (CA) 7.30.04 |
| Higgins | Phillip | P | Accused | Diocesan | Name appeared on list of 21 priests accused of abuse which District Attorney released 9/02. List says one alleged victim with claims beyond the SOL. No other information known. Not listed in 1989 or 2002 Catholic Directory. | Fall River, MA | Source: Boston Globe 9.27.02; Boston Herald 9.27.02 | |
| Hightower | Paul | ? | P | Accused | Diocesan | Personnel file released 1/03 contained allegations that Hightower had been accused of repeatedly sexually abusing at least two minors at Nazareth, a Jamaica Plain children's home, in 1968 when he was a student at Cardinal O'Connell Seminary. Hightower left the priesthood and had a family prior to his death in 1994 at age 47. | Boston, MA | Source: Boston Globe 3.27.94; Boston Globe 1.31.03; Boston Herald 1.31.03 |
Hilary | Antony Muthu | 1970 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused in 1995 of getting drunk and molesting girls in his home diocese of Kottar, India. One allegation was investigated and "proved." Sent to the US by Bishop Tharmaraj, perhaps because of the allegations, where he was allowed to work despite his history. Accused 12/95 of using the confessional to scout victims and of mauling a woman during confession, rubbing his body against hers and attempting to kiss her. Manchester Bishop O'Neil deemed the claim credible. Hilary returned to Kottar 12/95. | Manchester, NH | Source: Diocesan Documents and Narrative of the Case; Kottar Allegations 6.13.95; Manchester Allegation 12.95; Union Leader 3.7.03 |
| Hill | Ernest Justin | 1951 | P | Accused | Missionary Servants of Most Holy Trinity | Suspended by his order in 1994 for refusing to undergo psychological testing. Accused in 1999 of sexual abuse in Maine in the late 1970s or early 1980s. Hill became an S.T. brother in 1944 and an S.T. priest in 1951. | Portland, ME | Source: Bangor Daily News 8.8.02; Portland Press Herald 8.9.02 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Hill | Patrick J. | 1968 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused of abuse by 1 sometime between 1979-1981. Diocese investigated and found no reason to remove him. Still Active | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 2 Assignments: LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
| Hill | Robert (E.?) | 1957 | P | Diocesan | Diocesan | Arrested and convicted in 1991 on charges of compelling prostitution by paying to perform sex acts on a 17 year old boy. Served 2 yrs in prison. He was suspended by the Diocese and sent for treatment. In 2002 he was found living at a retirement home for priests--in the same building as a pre-school. He is retired per May 2002 article. | Youngstown, OH | Source: USA Today 6.21.91; Vindicator 5.18.02; Vindicator 4.05.05; The Cleveland Scene 4.27.05 |
| Hines | Joseph P. | 1945 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Hines is shown on the Davenport Diocese's Creditors Committee website (in 2007) as having credible allegations against him. From 1970-1980 he served as Dean of Keokuk. Died 5/92. Name NOT on Diocese's 7/08 list of "credibly accused" abusers. In 11/08, a Review Board found him guilty of sexual abuse of children. | Davenport, IA | Source: Davenport Diocese Creditors Committee Website 8.27.07; Davenport Deans and Episcopal Vicars; Quad-City Times 7.10.08; Quad-City Times 7.18.08; Des Moines Register 11.3.08; WCCO 11.3.08; Press-Citizen (AP) 11.4.08 Assignments: BA.org Concise Assignment Record; BA.org Assignment Record |
| Hinojosa | Juan Francisco | D | Accused | diocesan | Ordained Deacon studying at St. Mary of the Lake Seminary in Mundelein. Allegedly assaulted a 16-year-old youth. May have fled to Mexico | Chicago, IL | Source: Chicago Sun-Times 6.26.93 | |
| Hoang | Joseph V. | 1999 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Hoang, who fled from Viet Nam when he was 7, was placed on leave in March, 2007 after the archdiocese received a report that he had been involved in child sexual abuse. Police were already investigating the claims. He was pastor at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Tillamook but authorities say the allegations did not involve a Sacred Heart parishioner. Civil suit filed but no criminal charges because evidence conflicted with girl's claims. | Portland, OR | Source: The Oregonian 4.02.07; The Oregonian 4.03.07; Seattle Times (AP) 4.03.07; KOIN 4.12.07; KTVZ 10.05.07; The Oregonian 10.05.07 |
Hobt | Phillip | 1992 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Placed on leave 2/07 after allegation that he sexually abused a former student at St. Albert Schools. Law enforcement officials notified. Hobt began working at the school in 1995. In 4/07, diocese reported that the allegations were credible and that Hobt had begun the process to voluntarily ask the Vatican to be laicized. | Des Moines, IA | Source: Daily Nonpareil 2.02.07; KCCI 2.02.07; Des Moines Register 2.02.07; World-Herald 2.02.07; Diocese of Des Moines 2.02.07; Daily Nonpareil 2.03.07; Des Moines Register 2.03.07; Radio Iowa 2.03.07; Des Moines Register 4.17.07; KETV.com 4.17.07; Des Moines Register 4.18.07; Des Moines Register 3.08.08 |
| Hoefgen | Francis F. | 1979 | P | Sued | Benedictine | Man filed civil suit in 1992 alleging abuse by Fr. Hoefgen in 1982 when the 16 yr old youth lived with him as a foster son. He knew the boy was suicidal when he invited him to move into his home. Hoefgen admitted the sexual encounters to the church in1984; it sent him for treatment and after 6 months returned him to a new parish. Suit dismissed 11/93 because of SOL. Apology by Hoefgen printed in newspaper 9/02 as part of group settlement re Hoefgen and others living at St. John's Abbey | St. Cloud, MN | Source: Star Tribune 10.30.92; Star Tribune 10.19.97; Star Tribune 5.12.02; Associated Press 5.25.02; Star Tribune 7.10.02; Star Tribune 9.29.02; St. Cloud Times 9.30.02; St. Cloud Times 10.2.02; National Catholic Reporter 12.27.02; Seattle Post-Intelligencer 8.19.04 |
| Hoefgen | Raymond J. | 1963 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Permanently removed 5/02 after diocese received substantiated allegation he molested two minors approx. 25 yrs previously. | Marquette, MI | Source: Associated Press 5.8.02; Detroit Free Press 4.14.03 |
| Hoehl | John "Jack" S. | 1964 | P | Accused | Diocesan | 7-8 men filed civil suits in 2001 and 2003-04 alleging abuse by Hoehl in early 1980s. Hoehl was placed on leave in 1986 after previous undisclosed claims became known. Sent for therapy & reassigned. Left active priesthood in 1988. Laicized 6/04. 2002 article says he was children's therapist in West Virginia. Board of Counselors investigated allegations and found them credible. He agreed to surrender his license as of 3/07. Claims included in 9/07 settlement with 34 plaintiffs. | Pittsburgh, PA | Source: Diocesan Press Release 1.26.01; Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 1.28.01; Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 1.15.04; Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 3.17.04; Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 6.09.04; Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 7.01.04; Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 7.01.04; Pittsburgh Post Gazette 12.03.04; KDKA 12.05.05; KDKA 3.30.07; Times 9.17.07; Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 9.18.07; Tribune Review 9.23.07 |
Hoffman | Gerard J. | 1973 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Placed on leave 7/08 after allegation that he had sexually abused a minor in 1970s. He was serving as parochial vicar at Our Lady of Mount Carmel parish in Doylestown at time of his suspension. Archdiocese reported this was first allegation against Hoffman. As of 3/09, Diocese said Review Board could not substantiate original charge but did find evidence of abuse of 2nd minor and that Hoffman had agreed to live a supervised life of prayer & penance at a priest retirement home. | Philadelphia, PA | Source: Philadelphia Inquirer 7.28.08; Philadelphia Inquirer (AP) 7.28.08; Pottstown Mercury 7.28.08; The Intelligencer 7.29.08; Philadelphia Daily News 7.29.08; The Reporter 7.29.08; News of Delaware County 7.29.08; Philadelphia Inquirer 3.23.09; Daily Times 3.23.09; Philadelphia Inquirer 3.24.09; SNAP Statement 3.24.09 Assignments: Pottstown Mercury 7.29.08; Philadelphia Inquirer 7.29.08 |
| Hoffmann | Philip A. | 1964 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Hoffmann resigned from position in July 2002 after admitting to an incident of sexual abuse of a minor nearly 30 years ago. He was apparently not in a parish assignment but worked at Diocese headquarters. This action based on work by the Records Review Task Force. He worked as director of Diocesan Housing Office from 1969-1976. | Green Bay, WI | Source: Green Bay Press-Gazette 7.08.02; Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 7.08.02 |
| Hogan | Leroy Jerome | 1957 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Accused in 1993 of abusing a youth in mid 1980s. Youth was 7-9 when abuse was alleged to have occurred and 14 when he notified authorities. Hogan was placed on leave in 1993. Civil suit filed. Suit settled out of court. Diocese paid $65,000 ($25,000 in cash and $40,000 annuity to provide funds for the victim "in case he needs continued treatment"). Hogan retired in 1997. Died Oct. 2005. | Green Bay, WI | Source: Wisconsin State Journal 3.03.93; Post Crescent 5.31.02; Capital Times 6.25.02; Post-Crescent 10.05.05; Post-Crescent 10.06.05 |
| Hogan | Michael J. | 1984 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Newly identified as abuser on Chicago Archdiocesan Report 3.20.06. Resigned 7.93 | Chicago, IL | Source: Chicago Archdiocesan Report 3.20.06 page 2 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Hold | William B. | 1977 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused of abuse at Holy Rosary in Woodland in 1982. In 2002 Diocese of Sacramento acknowledged receiving the allegation approximately 3 yrs previously. He also served in Diocese of Oakland. At last report, he was retired and living in Central Point, Oregon. | Sacramento, CA | Source: Sacramento Bee 4.12.02; Contra Costa Times 4.01.08 |
Holihan | Daniel Mark | 1957 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Settled 1997. Accused of abuse. Removed from public ministry 6/02. Included in 10/05 settlement with Archdiocese. | Chicago, IL | Source: USA Today 11.11.02; Copy of settlement agreement on file; Chicago Archdiocesan Report 3.20.06 page 2; Chicago Sun-Times 1.17.03; Chicago Tribune 10.28.05 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Holley | David A. | 1958 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Abused in Massachusetts and sent to Paraclete center in New Mexico for treatment. Convicted 1993 of abusing 8 boys between 1972-1974 in Alamogordo, NM. 275-year sentence. Many victims in many states including 2 dioceses in Texas. | Worcester, MA | Source: Letter from Bishop Flanagan of Worcester 2.11.71; Letter from Wilmington Bishop to Worcester Bishop 3.2.71; Rocky Mountain News 4.13.93; Dallas Morning News 8.31.97; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; Boston Herald 10.17.02; Boston Phoenix 10.30.03; BishopAccountability.org: Transfers between Dioceses; Alamagordo Daily News 2.28.04; Telegram and Gazette 9.20.04; Houston Press 8.17.06 |
Holmes | Edward A. | B | Arrested | Cong. of Sacred Heart of Jesus and Mary | Holmes, a religious brother, was a residential counselor at Nazareth Child Care Center in Jamaica Plain run by the Archdiocese of Boston. Arrested in 2005 for abuse of 2 boys at the home in 1970s and 1980s. He also photographed them. His "housemates" discovered the pictures in 1989. Both men made complaints in 2003. Indicted 2005. Sentenced to 5 yrs and 1 day in prison 12/06. He left the order in 2002. Claims included in 2003 global settlement with Archdiocese. | Fall River, MA | Source: Boston Globe 10.28.05; Boston Globe 12.21.06; Boston Globe 12.22.06; Worcester Telegram & Gazette (AP) 12.21.06; TheBostonChannel.com 12.21.06 | |
| Holsenbach | James Barron | B | Accused | Marist | Holsenbach, also known as Brother Stanislaus, is accused in complaints made in 2002 of abuse incidents in 1958 and 1960 at Central Catholic High. He was forced to leave the Marist order in 1961, possibly as the result of a disciplinary action involving sexual misconduct. Name is also spelled Holsenback in some articles. Died 5/06. | Boston, MA | Source: Boston Globe 6.7.02; Augusta Chronicle 5.14.06 | |
| Holtey | Gary Michael | 1984 | P | Diocesan | Diocesan | Holtey placed on leave in May, 2004 during investigation of international child pornography ring. Police and federal agents searched the offices at St. Charles Borromeo Church and seized computers. Pleaded guilty in Feb. 2005 to 10 misdemeanor countsof possession of child porn and received 3 yrs probation. | San Diego, CA | Source: San Diego Union-Tribune 5.13.04; Union Tribune 5.14.04; Union Tribune 12.22.04; Union Tribune 12.23.04; 10News.com 2.10.05; Union Tribune 3.11.05; North County Times 9.15.05 |
| Holtz | James A. | 1974 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Holtz resigned from his position 8/02 after diocese investigated report that he had sexually abused a minor in early 1980s while under influence of alcohol. He had received treatment for alcohol abuse in mid 1980s. Holtz also served as adjutant judicial vicar in the Diocesan Tribunal. | Gaylord, MI | Source: Traverse City Record-Eagle 8.28.02; Detroit Free Press 4.14.03 |
| Holtz | Louis J. | 1958 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Man told Diocese in 1995 that he had been abused in 1974-1975 by Holtz. Claims settled 1997 and Holtz agreed to be laicized. Another man filed suit 12/02 re 1970 abuse. One plaintiff alleging abuse by Holtz joined a 2003 class action suit against the Diocese but later withdrew and settled. Laicization announced 8/12/03. | Covington, KY | Source: Cincinnati Enquirer 6.15.02; Cincinnati Enquirer 7.10.02; Cincinnati Enquirer 1.23.03; Cincinnati Enquirer 2.13.03; Cincinnati Post 2.27.03; Cincinnati Enquirer 2.28.03; Kentucky Post 3.13.03; Detroit Free Press 4.14.03; Cincinnati Enquirer 4.23.03; Kentucky Post 4.23.03; Cincinnati Enquirer 8.13.03; Kentucky Post 5.22.04; Cincinnati Post 11.24.04 |
| Honc | Kathleen Francis | N | Accused | Franciscan Sisters | Per 6/07 article, Sr. Honc has recently been accused of molesting a girl sometime between 1962-1971 at Melbourne Central Catholic school. She left the area in 1971. She was removed from her current assignment in Seminole, Florida when the allegation was received. | Orlando, FL | Source: Florida Today 6.09.07 | |
Hoover | William Reece | 1955 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Forced to resign in 1995 as pastor of St. Patrick's Cathedral in Fort Worth after admitting that he repeatedly abused a 12-year-old in 1957. At least 9 other accusers went to the Diocese but Diocese did not reveal their claims. It told public that there were only a few victims and no incidents after 1960. Other victims came forward after his death. Originally part of Dallas diocese but became part of Ft. Worth Diocese when it was formed. Died in 1996. | Fort Worth, TX | Source: Dallas Morning News 7.06.97; Star Telegram 6.26.05; Star Telegram 8.10.05; Star Telegram 2.16.06; Star Telegram (AP) 2.24.06; Star Telegram 8.11.06; Star Telegram 8.18.06; Star Telegram 11.28.06; WFAA 11.28.06; Star Telegram 11.29.06; Dallas Morning News 11.29.06; Documents From the Secret Archives of the Ft. Worth Diocese Assignments: Fort Worth Diocese 6.10.05 |
| Hopf | George S. | 1949 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Hopf's name appears on Archdiocese's July 2004 list of priests fully restricted from ministry (or who would have been restricted if still living) because of credible allegations of abuse. 1993 Catholic Directory showed him assigned to St. Anne's Home for the Elderly and the 2002 Directory showsed him as retired. He is deceased per Archdiocese statement of 7/26/07. | Milwaukee, WI | Source: Statement by Archdiocese of Milwaukee 7.09.04; Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 7.10.04; Statement by Archdiocese of Milwaukee (rev. 11.26.07) |
Hopkins | James Francis | 1968 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Parents complainted in 1988 of inappropriate behavior toward their son and he was sent for therapy. Removed from ministry in 1995 after one accusation. In 1999 the man's younger brother also alleged abuse. 1999 lawsuit by younger brother settled for $625,000 in 2001. Arrested in 2003. Laicized in 2004. Convicted 2005 of abuse of boy and sentenced to 8 yrs in prison as of 3.5.05. | Camden, NJ | Source: Philadelphia Inquirer 10.6.02; Philadelphia Inquirer 10.9.02; Philadelphia Inquirer 4.16.03; Philadelphia Inquirer 4.16.03; Courier Post 4.16.03; Courier Post 4.18.03; Newsday 5.06.03; Courier Post 8.2.03; Star Ledger 1.15.04; Courier Post 8.7.04; Courier Post 9.18.04; Philly.com 12.20.04; NBC10.com 3.4.05; Philadelphia Inquirer 3.5.05; Philadelphia Inquirer 10.16.05 |
| Hopkins | Robert F. | 1948 | P | Accused | Diocesan | In 1995 two individuals alleged sexual abuse by Hopkins in 1970s. 8 others also came forward. When confronted, Hopkins admitted to sexual misconduct with minors from 1950s to early 1980s at 5 different churches. Charges came out just after he retired so Archbishop removed his faculties. Named on Baltimore's 9/26/02 list of abusive priests. Died in Dec. 2006. | Baltimore, MD | Source: Baltimore Sun 7.23.95; Washington Post 7.24.95; Baltimore Sun 9.26.02; Gloucester City Times 4.16.03; St. Mary's Seminary and University Class Notes, Summer 2007 |
Hopp | Thomas R. | 1966 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Removed in 2002. Accused of abuse. Permanently removed from ministry by Vatican 10/05 but not laicized. Civil suit filed 2004. Suit dismissed by Ohio Supreme Court on statute of limitations 6/06. Another suit alleging abuse of 13-14 yr old boy in 1980swas withdrawn after Ohio Supreme Court ruling. Still on Archdiocese payroll because of ill health. | Cincinnati, OH | Source: Dayton Daily News 4.29.02; Dayton Daily News 4.30.02; Cincinnati Enquirer 5.01.02; Dayton Daily News 5.03.02; Dayton Daily News 1.28.04; Archdiocese of Cincinnati Press Release 10.12.05; Dayton Daily News 10.13.05; Cincinnati Post 6.2.06; Dayton Daily News 6.23.06; Dayton Daily News 4.22.07; Cincinnati Enquirer 4.29.07 |
| Hoppe | Sylvester J. | 1946 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Man filed suit in California 6/02 alleging abuse by Hoppe for 3 yrs beginning when he was 12 in 1951. Suit said abuse took place in Missouri and at Boy Scout Jamboree in California. Hoppe, age 90, was banned from celebrating Mass. Victim said he told police in 1985; no record of complaint found. Suit settled 9/03 for $10,000. Two more men filed suit in 2005 alleging abuse in 1950s. Hoppe died in 2002. Claims settled 8/08 as part of $10M settlement re 12 priests. | Kansas City-St. Joseph, MO | Source: Kansas City Star 6.25.02; Orange Co. Register 6.26.02; Daily News of Los Angeles 6.26.02; Kansas City Star 8.30.05; Topeka Capital Journal (AP) 8.31.05; Kansas City Star (AP) 9.21.05; TheKansasCityChannel.com 9.27.05; Kansas City Star 8.20.08; Kansas City Star 8.20.08 |
| Hopwood | Frederick J. | 1951 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Accused of abusing 8-9 people. Resigned 12/93 after accusations became public. Criminal charges filed 1994. He pled guilty and was sentenced to 3 yrs probation, treatment and 250 hrs public service. Hopwood's roommate at seminary (and later) was Cardinal Bernardin. Ordained by Bishop Russell of Charleston who made him Chancellor immediately after ordination. | Charleston, SC | Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution 12.30.93; Post and Courier 6.21.96; Wanderer 6.18.98; Charlotte (NC) Observer 3.17.02; Post & Courier 4.28.02; Post and Courier 2.28.04; Renew America 8.18.06 |
| Horn | Stephen R. | 1973 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Archdiocese announced Jan. 2008 that Horn had been placed on leave and sent for treatment in Nov. 2007 immediately after allegations made that he abused a minor between 1989 and 1993. He was at Christ the King church in Houston during that time frame. Review board said that sufficient evidence existed to suggest that the abuse had occurred. | Galveston-Houston, TX | Source: Houston Chronicle 1.14.08; KHOU.com 1.14.08; Whispers in the Loggia 1.14.08; KPRC-TV 1.15.08; KTRK 1.14.08; KHOU 1.16.08; KPRC Local 2 2.04.08; Daily Dish 3.30.09 Assignments: Houston Press 1.15.08; BA.Org Assignment Record |
| Horvath | Bertrand W. | 1970 | P | Sued | Franciscan | Sued 2002. Accused of abuse of altar boy at Mission Viejo in early 1970s. Order turned around and sued Archdiocese to force them to share responsibility. Left Archdiocese 1974. Worked in several dioceses. Ended up in Amarillo Diocese in Texas for many years. Retired (placed on leave) in 2001 after Orange Diocese notified Amarillo about abuse. Deceased | Orange, CA | Source: OC Register 6.04.02; USA Today 11.11.02; LA Times 4.05.03; LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 6; LA Times 2.18.04; OC Weekly 3.04.05; OC Weekly 10.28.05; District Weekly 7.27.07 Assignments: LA Archdiocesan Report Addendum 11.15.05; LA Times Database 4.20.06; OC Weekly 3.04.05 |
| Host | Richard | 1974 | P | Sued | Diocesan | In 11/88 civil suit woman accused Host and her ex-husband of molesting her four and six-year old boys over a two year period of time. Suit also included claims against USCC and NCCB (catholic conferences). No information found as to results of litigation. Host still active parish priest per 2002 Catholic Directory and the Diocesan website accessed on May 28, 2004. | Grand Rapids, MI | Source: UPI 11.17.88 |
| Houle | Wilfred | 1975 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Houle left ministry in 1981 and died of AIDS in 1987. Man filed suit against Bishop and Diocese in 3/08 which alleged that he was raped at age 16 by Houle in 1977 and that he contracted AIDS from that abuse. Criminal charges had been filed earlier and much investigation had taken place. Man's claims were included in earlier settlement with the Diocese (he rec'd $490,000) but says he was coerced into taking the settlement. | Manchester, NH | Source: Portsmouth Herald 3.28.08; Foster's Daily Democrat 4.09.08; Foster's Daily Democrat 4.29.08 |
| Houseknecht | Leo | 1968 | P | Sued | Diocesan | In civil suit filed 1/04, one woman alleges that Houseknecht and another priest spoke to her using crude/sexual language and that Houseknecht inappropriately hugged her at her family home. Houseknecht was an active pastor when he died in 1990 at age 53. | Allentown, PA | Source: Morning Call 1.14.04; Morning Call 1.14.04; Morning Call 1.18.04; Morning Call 2.6.04 |
| Hovanec | George | < 1954 | P | Accused | Diocesan | In April 2002 woman wrote to Archbishop Pilla re abuse by Hovanec 47 years ago. She says 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. She fled. Hovanec's whereabouts are unknown. | Cleveland, OH | Source: Akron Beacon Journal 5.10.02 |
| Howard | Frances | N | Sued | Sisters of Charity of Nazareth | In a 8/3/04 addition to a suit, this nun was accused of sexually abusing a girl at St. Vincent Orphanage in Louisville, beginning in 1938 when the girl was 6 years old and continuing until she was removed from the orphanage in 1943. Complainant also accused Rev. Herman J. Lammers and Sr. Stanislas Kotska Willett, mother superior of the orphanage 1940-44. Order settled 8/06 with almost all plaintiffs with claims. | Louisville, KY | Source: Courier-Journal 8.4.04; Associated Press 8.4.04; Courier-Journal 8.25.06 | |
| Howell | Gerard "Jerry" | 1964 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Gerard Howell and his dead brother Fr. Rodney Howell have been accused of molesting dozens of students at school for deaf in New Orleans in 1970s. | New Orleans, LA | Source: Houston Chronicle 12.08.92; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; Times-Picayune 2.4.03 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Howell | Robert (Rapelyea) | D | Convicted | Diocesan | Pled guilty 11/05 to viewing child pornography in 2002 on a computer at the Boise office of Seattle's Casey Family Programs, a foster child counseling service. Bishop Driscoll knew of the investigation in 6/04 but only removed Howell in 10/04 and informed the parish where he worked 2/05. Sentenced to 18 months in prison. Reportedly laicized in 2006. | Boise, ID | Source: KBCI 2.28.03; KBCI 3.1.05; KTVB.com 3.3.05; Driscoll Letter 3.5.05; Boise Weekly 3.16.05 - 3.22.05; Boise Diocese FAQs 4.4.05; LA Times 5.25.05; AP 5.27.05 | |
| Howell | Rodney | 1965 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused of abusing at least 1 girl in west Texas in 1967; Her civil litigation settled 1995. Also accused of abusing at least two minors in 1986 and possibly many more. 1 suit filed 1998. Part of time he was in what is now Amarillo Diocese. Charges were made that Howell and his brother, Fr. Gerald Howell, abused many students at a school for the Deaf in New Orleans. Died in 1993. | Amarillo, TX | Source: Houston Chronicle 12.8.92; Houston Chronicle 3.25.98; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; Albuquerque Journal 6.16.02; Santa Fe New Mexican 6.18.02; Associated Press 1.12.04 |
| Howlett | John | 1947 | P | Accused | Pallottine | Several women accused him of abusing them when they were children. Diocese first learned of allegations in 1980s. Claims arose again in 1993. Diocese gave $$ to at least one victim until statute of limitations expired. Authority to function as a priestremoved, but he remains a clergyman. He lives in Dublin, Ireland. Howlett cannot have contact with the public without being accompanied by another member of the Pallottine society. Personnel files released by Diocese 11.28.06. | Fort Worth, TX | Source: Ft. Worth Star Telegram 6.11.05; Star Telegram 6.26.05; Star Telegram 8.10.05; Star Telegram 8.18.05; Star Telegram 2.16.06; Star Telegram 2.24.06; WFAA/Dallas Morning News 2.24.06; CBS 11 8.11.06; Star Telegram 11.28.06; Dallas Morning News 11.29.06; Star Telegram 11.29.06; Documents from Ft. Worth Diocese Secret Archives; One in Four (Ireland) 12.21.06; Star Telegram 11.27.08 Assignments: Fort Worth Diocese 6.10.05 Partial Assignment Record; BA.org Assignment Record |
| Howlin | Carroll | 1961 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Man filed suit 8/02 alleging that Howlin had abused him 1975 at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary and on trips to Kentucky.. Howlin, who had been working as mission priest in Kentucky since 1977, was immediately placed on leave. Another man who came forward alleging abuse by Howlin says he reported his incident to Bishop Imesch in 1993. This man's attorney says Imesch sent Howlin for therapy or psych evaluation without telling the Kentucky diocese about it and then allowed him to return to his duties. . | Joliet, IL | Source: Lexington Herald Leader 4.17.02; Chicago Tribune 4.17.02; Herald News 5.05.02; Lexington Herald 8.16.02; Chicago Daily Herald 8.20.02; Chicago Tribune 8.20.02; Chicago Sun Times 6.15.03; Diocese of Joliet Press Release 4.09.06; Chicago Sun Times 4.11.06; Herald News 4.11.06; Herald News 5.17.06 |
| Hrdlicka | Robert C. | 1977 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Accused of abusing 4 boys in the Lincoln diocese in 1978. In 1993, while serving as Navy chaplain, he was court martialed and sent to prison after pleading guilty to indecent acts with minors in South Carolina and Sicily, Italy. Released from prison andfrom Navy in 1999. Articles also reported he was removed or dismissed from the priesthood. | Lincoln, NE | Source: Associated Press 7.02.93; Omaha World Herald 3.29.02; Associated Press 3.29.02; Lincoln Journal Star 4.07.02; Associated Press 4.07.02; Associated Press 4.26.02; Associated Press 7.04.03; Associated Press 10.08.03; TheBostonChannel.com 10.10.03 |
Hubbard (Bp). | Howard J. | 1963 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused in 2004 of paying teen for sex twice in 1970s. Bishop denied allegation. He commissioned an investigation to examine this charge, as well as other allegations of sexual misconduct with adult males. The investigation, which did not have access tothe complainant, found no credible evidence that Hubbard had violated his vow of celibacy. | Albany, NY | Source: Albany Times Union 2.05.04; Albany Times Union 2.08.04; White Report 6.24.04; Albany Times Union 6.25.04; Albany Times Union 8.08.04; BA.org list of U.S. Bishops Accused of Abuse 4.14.08 |
| Huck | Joseph | 1969 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Man filed suit 6/03 alleging he was sexually molested by Huck when he was 12 and living at Boystown outside Miami. Says Huck took him on a fishing trip and abused him during the trip. Huck threatened the boy to keep him quiet. Man told his house parentand the director and was punished. Claims settled in 2004. Huck retired 2002. | Miami, FL | Source: Miami Herald 6.21.03; Associated Press 6.21.03; Miami Herald 12.15.03; Miami Herald 9.22.04 |
| Huckemeyer | Edward | D | Accused | Diocesan | Huckemeyer, a former deacon at Precious Blood Roman Catholic Church in Long Island City, and principal at a public school, admitted in 1994 that he had sexually abused a male student in 1981. No criminal charges were filed because of statute of limitations. | Brooklyn, NY | Source: Newsday 3.12.94 | |
| Hudson | Francis "Frank" X. | 1974 | P | Accused | Diocesan | In 2004, he was accused of abuse of student in 1975. Denies accusation. Suspended without "faculties" after taking indefinite leave in 1991. He was teaching at high school run by Augustinians when accusation made public. Was fired immediately. | Camden, NJ | Source: Diocese of Camden Press Release 11.4.05; Philadelphia Inquirer 11.5.05; Press of Atlantic City 11.8.05 |
| Huels | John | 1976 | P | Accused | Servite | Accused in 1994 of abuse in 1970s and forced to step down as head of the Chicago-based Servite Order. By 2002 he was still priest and professor and vice dean of canon law at Univ. in Ottawa. Took leave in 2002 after allegation surfaced. | Chicago, IL | Source: Commercial Appeal (TN) 11.12.02; LifeSiteNews.com 9.09.05; Chicago Tribune 8.07.02 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Huerres | Agusti | P | Settled | Diocesan | Suit filed 3/01 alleged that Huerres, a native of Spain and candidate for Seminary, sexually abused a minor youth. Bishop suspended him and investigated. After investigation, Diocese paid for Huerres to return to Spain with permission from victim's family and criminal justice authorities. Diocese said it also notified officials in Spain. Settlement discussions pending 9/02. | San Angelo, TX | Source: Dallas Morning News 6.12.04; Dallas Morning News 12.4.04 | |
| Huff | Dennis | B | Accused | Francisan | Man filed complaint with Santa Fe police 1/97 alleging rape and abuse by Huff on number of occasions in early 1980s at St. Catherine Indian School. Also alleges abuse on one instance by Fr. Christopher Kerr. Huff left the order but unknown as to when. No other information found. | Santa Fe, NM | Source: Albuquerque Journal 1.24.97; Albuquerque Journal 1.25.97 | |
| Huff | Edward G. | 1973 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | In 1992 two families in 2 days complained to Diocese that Huff had molested their sons. After treatment Huff was made a hospital chaplain in late 1992. Within two months several more families complained. He was sent back to treatment and resigned from priesthood 7 weeks later. Pled guilty in 1994 to charges of improperly touching and providing alcohol to several youths. Sentenced to 15 mo to 5 yrs in prison as result of plea bargain. Other charges dropped. | Pittsburgh, PA | Source: Pittsburgh Post Gazette 7.21.94; Pittsburgh Post Gazette 3.17.02; Pittsburgh Post Gazette 6.15.03; Pittsburgh Post Gazette 2.28.04 |
Hughes | William J. | 1982 | P | Settled | Diocesan | In civil suit filed 1994, Hughes is accused of molesting 13 yr old girl for 6 mo -1 yr in on-going relationship in 1983-1984 when he was 26. Parents found letters from him and went to a priest. Hughes admitted. Not punished. Just transferred. Letters were destroyed by the Diocese. Suit settled 1998 as part of of $5M settlement which also included claims against Robert Peebles. Hughes left active priesthood in 1992. | Dallas, TX | Source: Dallas Morning News 8.05.94; Excerpt from Affidavit of Fr. Thomas Doyle 5.16.96; Affidavit of A.W.Richard Sipe 1996; Dallas Morning News 6.27.97; Dallas Morning News 10.28.97; Dallas Morning News 2.12.98; Dallas Morning News 5.19.05 |
| Huller | E. Karl | 1954 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Two men filed separate suits (1 in 11/02 and 1 in 3/03) alleging that they were abused as students by Huller, a counselor at Cathedral High School in Springfield where both men were students. In 7/04 Diocese settled with 46 clergy abuse victims for more than $7M. One Plaintiff with allegations against Huller is included in this settlement. Huller served as Army chaplain for 19 years. Huller died in mid to late 1990s. | Springfield, MA | Source: Providence Journal Bulletin 12.18.02; Recorder 3.21.03; Union News 3.24.03; Berkshire Eagle 3.24.03; Springfield Republican 9.16.03; Daily Hampshire Gazette 10.2.03; Springfield Republican 3.1.04; Springfield Republican 8.17.04 |
Hummell | John F. | 1965 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accusations received in Oct. 2005 that he had abused a minor in mid 1970s. Placed on leave late June, 2006 without faculties after diocesan investigation revealed "patterns of behavior that would be considered sexual abuse"... Case being referred to Vatican. | Philadelphia, PA | Source: Daily Local 7.04.06; Philadelphia Inquirer 7.04.06; NBC 10 7.05.06; Wilks Barre Times Leader 7.05.06; Archdiocese of Philadelphia Website Assignments: Philadelphia Archdiocese Priest Data Profile |
Huneke | Robert D. | 1969 | P | Sued | Marist | In 1980 man reported abuse by Huneke when he was teenager. He also notified Florida bishop where Huneke was working. Florida sent him back to NY in 1982. Man went public in 1989 (Hunkle left priesthood) and again in 1993. 2 other victims came forward then. In 2002 he learned that Huneke was working as high school guidance counselor in Atlanta and notified Order that ran school. Huneke died in 2002. Identified as Priest M in the 2003 Suffolk Co. Grand Jury Rpt. | Rockville Centre, NY | Source: Newsday 4.12.02; Newsday 4.23.02; Tampa Tribune 5.24.02; St. Petersburg Times 5.24.02; Suffolk Co. Grand Jury Report 1.17.03; South Bend Tribune 5.06.03; Notre Dame Magazine 7.03; Newsday 5.26.05 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record and Other Info |
| Hunt | John | 1969 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Resigned as pastor of two parishes and placed on leave 6/06 after allegations of "inappropriate sexual behavior" more than 10 yrs previously were received by Diocese. No other information found. | Ogdensburg, NY | Source: Newswatch 50 (New York) 6.7.06 |
| Hunt | Michael A. | 1939 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Accused of abuse of one girl in 1957-1958. Died 1984. 1 civil suit filed. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 2 Assignments: LA Archdiocesan Report Addendum 11.15.05; LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
Huppenbauer | Walter Edward | 1957 | P | Accused | Diocesan | "Retired" under restrictions 1994. Removed 2002. Accused of abuse of girl. Included in 2003 Settlement by Chicago Archdiocese. Archdiocese settled at least one claim in 5/07 $6.65 mil settlement with 14 people alleging abuse by 12 priests. | Chicago, IL | Source: USA Today 11.11.02; Chicago Archdiocesan Report 3.20.06 page 2; Chicago Sun-Times 1.17.03; Chicago Tribune 10.03.03; Daily Southtown 5.29.07 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Hurley | John | 1945 | P | Accused | Jesuit | Per statement released by Diocese of Spokane 11/07, Hurley was named in accusation that was found to be admitted, credible or proven. No further information found as to abuse. He spent most of his career at Gonzaga Prep. He died in 1998. | Spokane, WA | Source: Spokesman-Review 10.20.98; Statement by Diocese of Spokane 11.21.07 |
| Hurley | John J. | 1928 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Native of Ireland ordained in Ireland for LA Archdiocese. Accused of abuse in 1949 and named in 1 civil suit filed 12/03. Died 1992 | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 2 Assignments: LA Archdiocesan Report Addendum 11.15.05; LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
Hurley | Paul William | 1970 | P | Arrested | Diocesan | Arrested and indicted 2002. Accused of abuse of 15 yr old boy in 1987-1988 (paid him $100 each time he and boy had sex). Pleaded not guilty and denied allegation. Convicted 6/06 and immediately began serving 3 yr provisional sentence. Sentenced to 4 yrs in prison 7/06 followed by 5 yrs probation. Laicization announced 1/07. | Boston, MA | Source: Boston Globe 8.15.02; Boston Globe 12.18.02; Boston Globe 3.5.03; CBS4Boston.com 6.22.06; Boston Globe 6.28.06; Cambridge Chronicle 6.29.06; Boston Globe 7.29.06; Boston Herald 7.29.06; Adelaide Advertiser 7.29.06; Cambridge Chronicle 8.3.06; Cambridge Chronicle 1.26.07; Standard-Times 1.26.07 Assignments: Boston Archdiocesan Assignment Record |
| Hurley | Richard | B | Sued | Brothers of Holy Cross of Texas | Named in Archdiocesan Report Addeumun with 1 accuser and abuse in 1993-1994. 1 civil suit filed. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Archdiocesan Report Addendum 11.15.05 Assignments: LA Times Database 4.20.06 | |
| Hurtado | Jose | P | Sued | Diocesan | Per 10/06 article, there is one outstanding civil suit naming Hurtado as an abuser. Hurtado died in 1981. No further information known. | Phoenix, AZ | Source: Arizona Republic 10.12.06 | |
| Hurtado-Badillo | Domingo | 1993 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Convicted 1998. Indecent exposure. Accused of abuse 1999 and acquitted 2000. Not returned to duty because trial showed he had done things that were "morally wrong." Civil suit also filed. | Chicago, IL | Source: Chicago Tribune 2.19.00 |
| Hutchinson | James | P | Accused | Diocesan | Hutchinson (who died in 1979) was accused of abusing at least one 9 yr old boy in 1960 at St. Thomas More Parish in Braintree. He also had reputation of asking very very intimate questions during confession and of using confessional to learn peoples' weaknesses. Family of priest apologized to family of victim in 2002. | Boston, MA | Source: Boston Herald 6.18.02; Boston Herald 7.1.02 | |
| Hutzler | James | 1980 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Resigned 7/02 after seeking opinion from diocesan review board concerning incident of horseplay involving a young man about 18 years previously. Hutzler said resignation stemmed from when he had contact with a young man while wrestling with him in front of a youth group. Diocese sent him for counseling after the incident. | Amarillo, TX | Source: Amarillo Globe 8.6.02; Dallas Morning News 8.6.02; Amarillo Globe 8.7.02; Dallas Morning News 5.22.04 |
Hyder | Raymond L. | 1929 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Civil suit filed 5/03 alleged that Hyder molested a teenage boy while serving at St. Margaret's parish in Lowell, MA. Hyder was at St. Margaret's from 1958 throught 1975. He died in 1975. | Boston, MA | Source: Boston Herald 5.22.03; St. Margaret Catholic Church, Lowell MA website accessed 5/3/09 |
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