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| Last | First | Ord | T | Status | D/O | Notes | Diocese | Source/Assignments |
| Labbe | Joseph P. | 1975 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Labbe's name appears on list of priests placed on leave in April, 2002 by Cleveland diocese because of recent allegations of past abuse. One article said during 1980s several teenage boys accused him of sexually abusing them. Labbe denies charges. He was director of admissions at Borromeo Seminary College in Wickliffe (1981-91). Still on admin. leave in 2009. | Cleveland, OH | Source: Akron Beacon Journal 4.09.02; Plain Dealer 4.09.02; Plain Dealer 6.16.02 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Labbe | Leo | B | Sued | Brothers of Sacred Heart | Man filed civil suit 11/02 alleging that Labbe, then head of Bishop Guertin H.S. in NH, forced him to perform oral sex on Labbe at Sacred Heart Academy in Andover, MA 1960-1961 when the man was 11. Suit says that Labbe, then known as Br. Gerald, abusedhim on several occasions. Labbe denied accusations but placed himself on administrative leave. Case settled 5/04. Labbe also accused of not reporting numerous abusers at Bishop Guertin. Omitted from 2011 Boston AD database. | Boston, MA | Source: Associated Press 3.28.02; Union Leader 11.22.02; Union Leader 11.23.02; Nashua Telegraph 11.23.02; Associated Press 2.12.03; Union Leader 8.30.03; Manchester Union Leader 10.2.03; Union Leader 6.3.04; Boston Globe 11.20.11 | |
| LaBelle | Ralph W. | 1978 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Removed 2002 for misconduct of non-sexual nature with 2 15-yr-old boys. Also accused of molesting other boys prior to ordination and of giving alcohol to 11 yr old boy. Laicized 2005. | New York, NY | Source: The Journal News (NY) 4.21.02 (in collection of articles); Journal News 9.14.03; Journal News 4.25.02 (in collection of articles); Newsday 7.09.05; Journal News 7.09.05 Assignments: BA.org Summary of Directory Entries |
| Lacar | Sylvio | P | Sued | Diocesan | Accused of abuse of a teenage girl in early 1980s. Civil suit filed 1984. Extern priest from Philippines working in Archdiocese. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: Associated Press 2.8.84; LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 4; Milla v. Tamayo, 187 Cal.App.3d 1453 Assignments: LA Times Database 4.20.06 | |
Lackie | J.B. (John B.) | P | Sued | CFC - Congregation of Christian Brothers | Full name is John Bartholomew Lackie. Three men filed civil suit in 01/04 against archdiocese and the order alleging they were beaten and sexually abused at Briscoe Memorial School in Kent, which was run by the Order. School closed in 1970. Suit alleges that 7 religious brothers abused the 3 youths between 1940s and 1960s. Claims believed to be included in settlements reached with Archdiocese and Order in 11/08 and 01/09. Lackie died Feb. 5, 1992. | Seattle, WA | Source: R.E. et al. v Archdiocese. of Seattle; King Cty, WA; # 04-2-00112-9SEA; Seattle Times 1.08.04; Seattle Times 1.29.09; Deceased Christian Brothers of Br. Rice High School 11.1.10 | |
LaCosse | Norbert Paul | 1952 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Pled guilty to 4 counts of abusing altar boy from 1988-1990. Charges filed in three counties but dropped in 1. Sentenced to 3-15 years on each count. LaCosse was at St. Luke's for 6 months between time charges filed and sentencing. Per 2002 news article, he served 6 1/2 yrs in prison and was released. Has been registered sex offender in MI since 1995. | Marquette, MI | Source: Chicago Tribune 12.19.90; Daily Mining Gazette 7.13.02 |
Ladenburger | Louis Wayne | 1963 | P | Convicted | Franciscan | Arrested 5/07 for sexual battery of teenage boys at Idaho school for troubled boys where he was a counselor. Admitted being a sex addict. Order revealed 2 past allegations of "inappropriate relationships." Sent for treatment both times. Placed on restricted leave in 1993. Laicized in 1996. Pleaded guilty 11/07 just before trial. Sentenced to 5 years 3/08. Worked in dioceses of Stockton (twice), Tucson, Portland, El Paso, Spokane, Seattle, Sacramento, Reno, and Phoenix; aka Wayne 1963-74. | Spokane, WA | Source: KXLY 5.31.07; KXLY 6.1.07; Spokesman Review 6.1.07; Bonner County Daily Bee 6.1.07; Bonner News 6.1.07; Spokesman Review 6.5.07; Santa Barbara Independent 6.14-21.07; Statement by Diocese of Phoenix 6.07; Statement by Diocese of Spokane 11.21.07; KXLY 11.27.07; KXLY 3.25.08; Contra Costa Times 4.1.08; Santa Barbara Independent 8.15.08; City of Angels 9.22.08; First Amended Complaint in Cunningham v. Franciscans, Cause No. 1265207, Santa Barbara Superior Court, CA 8.6.08 Assignments: Diocese of Spokane List of Admitted, Proven or Credibly Accused Perpetrators of Sexual Abuse 11.3.09 (add'l article); Ernesto C. v. Franciscans, Cause No. 1337577, Santa Barbara Co. Superior Court 10.5.09 (add'l article); Clover v. Franciscans, Cause No. 1338070, Santa Barbara Co. Superior Court 11.3.09 (add'l article); Arizona Republic 6.15.11 (add'l article); Diocese of Phoenix Community Notification Statements 6.14.11 (add'l article); Phoenix New Times 6.15.11 (add'l article) |
| Ladet | Sister | N | Sued | School Sisters of Notre Dame | Sued in 2005. One of several religious accused of abuse at Madonna Manor, a Catholic home for troubled children. | New Orleans, LA | Source: Times-Picayne 8.25.05 | |
| Laesch | Dennis | 1996 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Entered seminary at age 36 and there were complaints then of unwanted propositions against another student and also of violence. Accused of abusing a 17 yr old boy in 1997. Victim came forward in 2002. Authorities declined to prosecute. Diocese did pay$125K settlement. Named in 2004 civil suit. Vatican permanently barred from ministry per 4/20/07 announcement. | Detroit, MI | Source: Detroit Free Press 5.6.02; Detroit Free Press 5.7.02; Detroit News 7.14.02; Detroit Free Press 8.1.02; USA Today 11.11.02; Detroit Free Press 4.14.03; WOOD 4/20/07; Detroit Free Press 4.20.07; Oakland Press 4.21.07 |
Laferrera | John J. | 1973 | P | Sued | Diocesan | In 2009 one man told archdiocese that he had been abused by Laferrera and Fr. Thomas Smith in Newark area. Accusations were dismissed as not credible after investigation by archdiocese. Since then other accusers have also come forward. Civil suit filed 3/11 by 4. Laferrera was pastor at Saint Philomena's in Livingston, NJ when suit filed. He did not step down from assignment until 7/11 when he took voluntary leave. Continues to deny charges. | Newark, NJ | Source: Voice from the Desert 3.17.11; Saint Philomena's Roman Catholic Church 3.25.11; News 12 3.29.11; Media Release 6.26.11; Livingston Patch 6.27.11; Livingston Patch 7.4.11; Star Ledger 7.4.11; Star Ledger 7.10.11; SNAP Statement 7.12.11 |
Laferriere | Raymond H. | 1960 | P | Settled | Diocesan | "Retired" in 1995. Removed from part-time parish work in 2002. Named by Diocese in 2002 as one of 14 abusers who had received treatment & then returned to work. Before ordination, Seminary warned that he had "incipient schizophrenia with homosexual overtones" but he was counseled & ordained. 1963 complaint that he showed 2 boys pornographic materials. No action taken. Other allegations received after retirement. Named in report by AG's office. 3 plaintiffs filed 2 civil suits in 2002. | Manchester, NH | Source: Manchester Union Leader 2.16.02; Manchester Union Leader 5.16.02; New Hampshire Atty General Report 3.3.03; Documents from Diocesan Personnel File 3.3.03; Manchester Union Leader 3.4.03; Monitor 3.4.03; Union Leader 10.7.06; NH AG Audit Records 3.26.09 |
| LaFlamme | Albert | B | Accused | Brothers of Sacred Heart | Diocese and the Order settled civil suit 5/04 with one man who alleged that he had been abused by LaFlamme 40 or more times between 1943 and 1949 at the now closed St. Louis school in Nashua. LaFlamme has died. | Manchester, NH | Source: Union Leader 6.3.04 | |
| LaForest | Conrad V. | 1972 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused in 1990 of abuse of 12-13 yr old boy. Also allegations of homosexual acts with adults. Multiple treatments for "alcoholism." Name appeared on list of accused 14 priests released by Diocese 2/02. He had been on sick leave since 1996 but had been working part time since 1999. Privileges were removed 2/02. One article says he (and all the other priests on list) had been sent for treatment and had cleared to return to duty. | Manchester, NH | Source: Associated Press 2.15.02; Union Leader 2.16.02; Boston Globe 2.16.02; Manchester Report by NH Attorney General 3.3.03; Documents from NH Atty General Report 3.3.03; Union Leader 3.4.03 |
LaGasse | Ronald J. | 1969 | P | Arrested | Diocesan | Arrested in 1984 on suspicion of molesting a 17 yr old boy at St. Raymond in Dublin. Sent for treatment and placed on leave for 1 year then reassigned. Later became a chaplain in the army reserves. Last known to be serving as abbot of independent Benedictine monastary in Hawaii. | Oakland, CA | Source: San Jose Mercury News 3.31.08; Contra Costa Times 4.1.08; Bay Area News Group 4.1.08 |
| Lagenda | Sister | N | Sued | Sisters of the Divine Savior | Sr. Lagenda was one of several religious accused in 2010 civil suit against Diocese, Oblates & Sisters of the Divine Savior which alleged abuse of students at Tekakwitha Indian Mission in Sisseton SD. One man and one woman accused her of abuse in 1960s. | Sioux Falls, SD | Source: MWD et al v. Catholic Diocese of Sioux Falls et al, Minnehaha County Circuit Court 7.30.10; Argus Leader 8.6.10; Sioux City Journal 8.6.10 | |
| Lake, Sr. | Joseph | D | Accused | Diocesan | One pending claim against Lake shown in bankruptcy reorganization documents for Fairbanks Diocese 1/25/10. Eskimo Deacon at Our Lady of the Snows Parish in Hoopers Bay. Deceased. | Fairbanks, AK | Source: The Alaskan Shepherd June-July 2003: Our Lady of the Snows Parish, Hooper Bay, Alaska: 1928-2003; Excerpt from Bankruptcy Reorganization Documents for Fairbanks Diocese 1.25.10, p. 2 | |
| Lally | George | P | Sued | Diocesan | Man filed civil suit August 2002 alleging abuse by Lally on several occasions in 1971. Then 9 yrs old, he reported the matter to the church's pastor and Lally was transferred. By mid 1970s, Lally was no longer listed in Catholic Directories. 2002 article says he left the priesthood, married, and was living in California. | San Diego, CA | Source: San Diego Union Tribune 8.16.02; Union Tribune 8.20.02 | |
| Lam | Sung | ? | P | Accused | Diocesan | Lam, a priest from Cambodia, was acused in 1993 of lewd and lascivious acts, a misdemeanor, but was not prosecuted. No further information found. Not in 1993 or 2002 Catholic Directory. | Phoenix, AZ | Source: Arizona Republic 9.10.03 |
| Lambert | William | 1955 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Accused of sexual abuse of one man for almost 20 years, beginning when victim was altar boy. Lambert raped victim and then began long period of abuse. Victim blamed himself and confessed to various priests, as did Lambert. Suit filed 1992. Jury awarded victim $242K to be paid by Lambert but let diocese off. Diocese later settled. 2nd man sued Lambert and won an out of court settlement. As of 2002, original plaintiff said he knew of 23 add'l accusers. | Rapid City, SD | Source: Rapid City Journal 1.27.94; Rocky Mountain News 9.22.97; Associated Press 4.2.02; Argus Leader 4.14.02 |
Lammers | Herman J. | 1932 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Lammers was director of Catholic Charities 1939-76. Numerous suits filed 2002-2004 name him as abuser. Accused of abuse by at least 34, much of it at St. Thomas-St. Vincent Home, an orphanage in Anchorage KY. Retired 1982 and died 1986. Included in large settlement between Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, who ran orphanage, and numerous victims in 8/06. | Louisville, KY | Source: Courier-Journal 7.24.02; Courier-Journal 9.2.02; Courier-Journal 9.29.02 (Major Account); Courier Journal 9.29.02; Herald Leader 7.16.04; Courier Journal 7.20.04; Courier-Journal 7.23.04; Courier-Journal 8.11.04; WAVE 3 TV 8.23.04; Associated Press 8.25.04; Courier-Journal 8.25.04; Cincinnati Enquirer 9.1.04; Kentucky.com 9.12.04; Herald Leader 7.24.05; Courier-Journal 10.23.05 Assignments: Courier-Journal 8.25.06 (add'l article); Courier-Journal 3.18.09 (add'l article); BA.org Assignment Record |
| Lamothe | Francis | 1933 | P | Settled | Diocesan | At least 9 men filed suit in 2002 alleging abuse by Lamothe. Lamothe, who was retired, died in 1995. Named on list of 14 priests Diocese released 2/02 against whom credible allegations of sexual abused had been made. Plaintiff's attorney describe him as a "groomer." At least one claim included in 11/02 $5M settlement involving 62 victims and 28 priests. | Manchester, NH | Source: Associated Press 4.9.02; Union Leader 4.9.02; Associated Press 5.15.02; Union Leader 5.16.02; Union Leader 5.29.02 ; Union Leader 6.20.02; Associated Press 7.29.02; Union Leader 7.30.02; Union Leader 11.27.02; Nashua Telegraph 11.27.02; Survivor Account sent to NH Atty General 2002; Manchester Report by NH Atty General 3.3.03; Documents from NH Atty Report 3.3.03; Union Leader 3.4.03; NH AG Audit Records 3.26.09 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Lamothe | Harvey | 1949 ? | P | Settled | Diocesan | At least 1 claim included in 11/02 $5M settlement with 62 victims who say they were abused by 28 priests, 2 lay workers and one member of a religious order between 1950s and 1980s. Lamothe was deceased when the claims were filed. No further informationfound. | Manchester, NH | Source: Union Leader 11.27.02; NH AG Audit Records 3.26.09 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| LaMountain | Michael V. | 1976 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Suspended by Church 3/95 when 1st accusation made. Indicted 10/97 on criminal charges that he molested 5 boys. Pleaded guilty to nine counts. Judge sentenced him to nine 12-year suspended sentences. At least 2 civil suits filed 12/95. Claims settled 9/02 as part of $13.5M mass settlement involving 36 victims & Providence Diocese. Seminary student in Baltimore from 1972 to 1976. A person came forward in 2001 to allege abuse by LaMountain in Baltimore in mid 1970s. Died 8/25/10. | Providence, RI | Source: Providence Journal-Bulletin 3.21.95; Providence Journal-Bulletin 12.19.95; Providence Journal-Bulletin 10.21.97; Providence Journal-Bulletin 10.22.97; Providence Journal-Bulletin 1.30.99; Providence Journal-Bulletin 6.2.02; Providence Journal-Bulletin 8.18.02; Baltimore Sun 8.21.02; Washington Post 8.22.02; Providence Journal-Bulletin 9.10.02; Archdiocese of Baltimore 9.25.02; Tribute.com 10.11.10 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Landry | David J. | 1987 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Landry's name appears on list released in 9/02 of 21 Fall River diocese priests investigated by DA's office after allegations of sexual misconduct. List shows one alleged victim, beyond the statute of limitations. Shown on "sick leave" from 2000-2002 and then disappeared from Catholic Directories. | Fall River, MA | Source: Boston Herald 9.27.02; Boston Globe 9.27.02 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Landry | Leo P. | 1958 | P | Convicted | Stigmatine | Pleaded guilty 8/04 on sexual abuse charges in MA and sentenced to lifetime probation. Also had allegations in Springfield, MA and Manchester, NH. Multiple victims in 1950s, 1960s and 1970s. Multiple civil suits. Also worked in Canada. Laicized in 1972. 1 claim settled in Springfield in 2004 and 2 in 2008. Omitted from 2011 Boston AD database. | Boston, MA | Source: Union Leader 7.30.02; Boston Globe 8.10.02; Union Leader 9.6.02; Union Leader 11.27.02; Boston Globe 12.17.02; NH Dist Atty Report on Manchester Diocese 3.3.03 ; Documents from Manchester Report 3.3.03; Union Leader 3.4.03; Union Leader 3.4.03; Union Leader 3.4.03; WMUR 8.5.04; Springfield Republican 1.7.05; Michael Moe et al. v. The Trustees of the Stigmatine Fathers, Inc. aka Congregation of the Sacred Stigmata et al, Cause No. 05-0059, 6.4.08; Press Release by The Office of Stobierski & Stobierski, 12.3.08; Boston Globe 11.20.11 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Landry | Wesley Michael | 1948 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Landry admitted to Archdiocese in 1993 that he had had a sexual relationship for decades with a man. The man claims that Landry seduced him when he was an altar boy at Incarnate Word Church in New Orleans and continued the relationship for over 45 years. Landry gave him money for sex and it amounted to $80,000-$100,000 over the years. Archdiocese gave the man $7,000 for a release and Landry "retired." | New Orleans, LA | Source: Associated Press 5.15.02; Times-Picayune 5.16.02; The Advocate 5.16.02 |
Lane | Bernard J. | 1960 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Accused by dozens of boys of sexually abusing them at Alpha Omega facilities in Littleton MA and at Lane's NH cottage. Accusations included oral and anal rape. First accused 1978 by 2 boys and removed after admitting going to bed with residents. Treated at House of Affirmation & St. Luke's; at least 6 settlements including $200K in 1998. Worked unsupervised until 1999, including youth programs, pastor, priest home. Reprimanded in 2002 for false affidavit. Involuntary laicization in 2004 announced 2/05 | Boston, MA | Source: Boston Globe 1.27.02; Boston Globe 3.25.02; Boston Globe 5.7.02; Boston Globe 6.5.02; Union Leader 7.9.02; Boston Globe 1.10.03; Pattern & Practice Brief 7.21.03; Boston Archdiocesan File; NH AG File; Boston Herald 2.12.05; Metrowest Daily News 8.26.11; National Catholic Register 8.25.11 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Lane | John J. | 1925 | P | Accused | Accused in 2002 of sexually abusing two complainants, both at St. Theresa's parish in North Reading. One complainant also alleged abuse by Rev. William F. Maloney, who was assigned to the parish in 1967-68, when Msgr. Lane was pastor there. Died in 1971. 8/11 Boston AD database reports no formal determination of guilt either because he died prior to canonical investigation or it was not complete at his death. | Boston, MA | Source: Sherman Letter 4.12.02; National Catholic Register 8.25.11; Salem News 8.26.11 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record | |
| Lane | Timothy | P | Accused | Diocesan | Lane has been accused of sexually assaulting an 18 yr old girl in June, 2006 just after she graduated from high school. Archdiocese did not tell police until Sept. 2006 after it completed its own investigation. Lane was transferred to Missouri. 7/07 article says no criminal charges to be filed due to insufficient evidence. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: Santa Maria Times 12.22.06; Lompoc Record 7.27.07 | |
| Lang | Cordell J. | 1979 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Accused in 1995 suit of engaging in immoral sexual acts with boy who was student at Catholic High school where Lang was counselor. Lang claimed that because of MS he was impotent and unable to walk or dress himself since mid-1980s. Trial verdict for Defendant Lang. AL Court of Civil Appeals ruling 5/2/97, 1997 Ala. Civ.App. LEXIS 358, affirmed. Lang reinstated (in 1997?) per 2003 article. Died 10/01. | Mobile, AL | Source: Mobile Register 3.7.95; Birmingham News 3.8.95; Mobile Register 3.8.95; Mobile Register 4.5.96; Associated Press 5.12.03 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Lang | Joseph J. | 1965 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Lang's name on 4/02 list of priests being removed from assignments because of past allegations of abuse. The allegation against Lang was based on a report of sexual activity with a minor in the U.S. In 1988 Lang was "loaned" to the Diocese of Prince George in Canada and continued to work there until 4/02 when his faculties were revoked by the Cleveland Bishop. Lang had received treatment and been allowed to return to work per the list. Vatican permanently removed him from active ministry as of 6/14/07. | Cleveland, OH | Source: Plain Dealer 4.9.02; Akron Beacon Journal 4.9.02; Canadian Encyclopedia 7.22.02; Cleveland Scene 1.15.03; Plain Dealer 5.26.07; Plain Dealer 6.14.07; Statement by Diocese of Cleveland 6.14.07 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Langan | Xavier | B | Accused | Brothers of the Christian Schools | Accused in 2003 of sexually abusing a high school student in 1969. In 2004, the school acknowledged that accusation and another by an older alumnus. Langan died in 1984. Aka Br. Geoffrey Xavier. | Baltimore, MD | Source: Northeast Reporter 7.28.04; Baltimore Sun 3.3.05; Northeast Reporter 9.15.05 | |
| Langenstein | Richard J. | B | Sued | FSC - Brothers of the Christian Schools | Langenstein, a retired Christian Brother and former high school teacher, counselor, principal and college vice president, was accused in 1997 of abuse of 15 yr old boy. Civil suit filed 1998. In 2000 he pleaded no contest to indecent behavior charge and was sentenced to 3 yrs suspended sentence and 5 yrs probation. | New Orleans, LA | Source: Times-Picayune 9.25.97; Times_Picayune 3.17.98; Times-Picayune 1.15.00 | |
| Lanser | Jerome E. | 1958 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Lanser is accused of assaulting a boy from 1964-1969, from time boy was 8 until he was 13. Civil suit filed in 1992. In June, 1997 WI Supreme Court ruled that victims of repressed memories of childhood sexual abuse only have 2 yrs after becoming adults to file suit and thus dismissed 7 suits against 4 priests (including Lanser). Retired in 2000. Remains fully restricted from Ministry. | Milwaukee, WI | Source: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 7.31.06; Wisconsin State Journal 1.26.97; Wisconsin State Journal 6.28.97; Statement by Archdiocese of Milwaukee 7.09.04; Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 7.10.04 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Lanuevo | Tarcisio D. | 1956 | P | Accused | Diocesan | In 12/79, parents of two girls (7 and 2) reported to police that Lanuevo had molested their daughters at St. John the Baptist in San Lorenzo. Girls filed civil suit in 1993. Suit claimed that Lanuevo's pastor had promised their parents that he would receive treatment and never be around children if they dropped the criminal charges. Suit eventually settled. Lanuevo continued to work in diocese until 1991. In 1993 he was working at VA Domiciliary in Portland, OR diocese. | Oakland, CA | Source: San Francisco Chronicle 2.26.93; San Jose Mercury News 3.31.08; Contra Costa Times 4.1.08 |
Laperle | Louis | B | Acquitted | Servants of Charity | One man alleged in 2003 that he was molested by Laperle in 1968 when Laperle was teacher and/or principal at Notre Dame Academy in Fitchburg. Left MA in 1969 for RI and never returned. In 4/04, Laperle was acquitted by jury of charges of assault and battery involving the student in 1968. Incident actually involved indecent assault and battery but that charge did not exist in 1968 so it could not be used. Retired after acquittal. | Worcester, MA | Source: Telegram & Gazette 6.21.03; Telegram & Gazette 9.13.03; Telegram & Gazette 4.2.04 | |
| LaPierre | David | 1969 | P | Sued | Capuchin | Accused of abuse of 1 person in 1983-1984 per LA Archdiocesan report. At least 1 civil suit filed. Status unknown. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 5 Assignments: LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
| Laplante | Laurent | 1957 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Removed from assignment in 12/05 after teenage girl said he touched her touched her pants on her knee and inner thigh six years previously when she was 9. He was returned to his parish assignment in 2/06 after diocese said it was unable to find enough evident to prove the event had occurred. | Portland, ME | Source: Diocese of Portland Statement 12.04.05; Portland Press Herald 12.04.05; Boston.com (AP) 12.05.05; Portland Press Herald 2.12.06; WMTW (AP) 2.13.06 |
| Lapoint | Alfred | ? | P | Settled | Diocesan | At least one claim included in 11/02 $5M settlement with 62 victims who say they were abused by 28 priests, 2 lay workers and one member of a religious order between 1950s and 1980s. Lapoint had already left ministry at the time the allegations were received. No data on when abuse occurred, the number of victims or time frame. | Manchester, NH | Source: Union Leader 11.27.02 |
| LaPorta | Ross A. | 1951 | P | Accused | Diocesan | LaPorta was on 9/25/02 Keeler list as having been accused by one person in 1999 of sexual abuse in 1960s. He denied but faculties removed. List has LaPorta recently retired when allegation made. The 1999 Directory is first that reports him as retired and also lists him as monsignor. Later Directories show him retired in Little River SC, not a monsignor, and pastor emeritus at St. Mark's in Catonsville; 5 other priests who worked there are accused. Still in SC in 2007; not in 2009 Directory. | Baltimore, MD | Source: Archdiocese of Baltimore 9.25.02; Baltimore Sun 10.13.02 Assignments: Archdiocese of Baltimore 9.25.02 |
| LaPrad | Stephen Charles | 1995 | P | Arrested | Diocesan | Indicted by Grand Jury 4/02 on charges of "unlawful sexual contact" with teenage male at a Knoxville Health club.. He pleaded innocent 6/02. Trial set for 3/03. LaPrad himself told the Diocese 11/01 and was placed on leave. He did not deny that incident took place but alleged that he believed it to be consentual. Trial delayed when Accuser was deployed with Reserves. | Knoxville, TN | Source: News-Sentinel 5.2.02; News Sentinel 5.2.02; News Sentinel 5.12.04 |
| Lara | James C. | 1957 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Per 4/02 article, Lara was accused in 1987 of abusing daughter of Church's former music directors, beginning when she was 14 and continuing for 5 yrs. The parents also accused Lara of slandering them and of hitting and pushing the wife just before church fired them. Suit was "amicably resolved" in 1990 per court records. Lara, however, continued at his church and did not retire until 1999. | St. Petersburg, FL | Source: St. Petersburg Times 11.03.87; Tampa Tribune 4.22.02; Tampa Tribune 7.4.07 |
| LaReau | James "Armand" | 1961 | P | Accused | Capuchin | Accused in 1992 of performing oral sex on a 16 yr old student at St. Lawrence Seminary preparatory school in 1970s. LaReau was a Latin teacher at the school. Same student was abused on multiple occasions by Gale Leifeld at same school. LaReau was not listed in 1976-1982 Catholic Directories. He was in Fargo ND between 1985-1986 before returning to WI where he died in 1987. | Milwaukee, WI | Source: Milwaukee Journal 12.20.92; Milwaukee Journal 12.20.92 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Larger | Raymond E. | 1977 | P | Acquitted | Diocesan | Civil suit filed alleging abuse of youth 1995-1997. Criminal charges also filed in 2005 but then dismissed by Judge during trial 11/05. Two other accusations but no criminal charges. Larger previously pled guilty to soliciting sex from undercover police. Vatican reinstated him 2/08 after ruling there was no merit in accusations. Will work at Chancery. | Cincinnati, OH | Source: Cincinnati Post 7.19.05; Cincinnati Enquirer 11.1.05; Cincinnati Status Report (cached by Google 2.7.06); Archdiocese of Cincinnati Press Release 2.14.08; Cincinnati Enquirer 2.14.08; Daytona Daily News 2.14.08; Beacon Journal 2.14.08; Cincinnati Enquirer 2.15.08; Cincinnati Enquirer 2.16.08; Catholic Telegraph 2.22.08 |
Larkin | Alexander C. | 1967 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Placed on leave in Dec. 2004 after allegations that he had abused two youths between 1975 and 1980 at Our Lady of the Rosary in Palo Alto. Another individual said he was abused at St. William church in 1981. At least 1 civil suit filed Dec. 2003. Suit had settled by 4/06. Larkin remained on leave as of the same date. No criminal charges filed. | San Jose, CA | Source: Saratoga News 9.11.96; San Jose Mercury News 1.08.05; Mercury News 4.01.06 |
| Larkin | John | 1931 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Man filed civil suit in 2004 alleging abuse by Larkin on one occasion at St. Luke's in Woodburn when plaintiff was 12. Diocese says that Larkin died in 1995. | Portland, OR | Source: The Oregonian 8.05.95; The Oregonian 5.28.04; Table: The Oregonian 11.12.06 |
Larson | Robert K. | 1958 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Former Director of Catholic Charities. Removed/retired from active service in 1988 for "stress related problems." Accused of abusing >17 boys. Pled guilty in 2001 to abusing 4, including 1 felony count. Sentenced to 3-10 yrs prison; 5 others whom L denies abusing later committed suicide. Abuse included sodomy. Moved to St. John Vianney Renewal Center in MO. after 3/06 release from prison. Listed on MO sex offender registry. | Wichita, KS | Source: Links to Articles; KSDK 5.6.10; Lawrence Journal-World 6.23.10; Lawrence Journal-World 6.23.10 Assignments: Detailed BA.org Record |
| Lau | William A. | 1979 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused spring of 1996 of sexual incident involving an older teenager boy that had taken place years earlier. He left his position as priest and went to rehab. program. Bishop Lynch waited several months before telling Parish why Lau left. 4/02 article says Lau "was removed from the ministry and sought employment elsewhere." 2002 Catholic Directory shows him "absent on leave." | St. Petersburg, FL | Source: St. Petersburg Times 10.3.96; St. Petersburg Times 10.13.96; St. Petersburg Times 1.30.97; Tampa Tribune 4.22.02; St. Petersburg Times 4.23.02 |
Laudwein | James R. | 1962 | P | Sued | Jesuit | Accused in a 2005 lawsuit of molesting a 14-year-old Eskimo girl in 1980. Laudwein denied the accusations against him. He was working in Archdiocese of Portland in a ministry for the poor when the lawsuit was filed. At that time, he was placed on restriction leave. Claims included in 11/07 settlement with Jesuits. One pending claim shown in bankruptcy reorganization documents for Fairbanks Diocese 1/25/10. | Fairbanks, AK | Source: Alaskan Shepherd June-July 2003: Our Lady of the Snows Parish, Hooper Bay, Alaska: 1928-2003; KTUU 10.20.05; Fairbanks Daily News Miner 10.21.05; Anchorage Daily News (AP) 10.21.05; The Oregonian 11.14.05; Catholic Sentinel 11.17.05; Anchorage Daily News 4.17.06; Anchorage Daily News 11.20.07; Good Jesuit, Bad Jesuit 11.12.09; Excerpt from Bankruptcy Reorganization Documents for Fairbanks Diocese 1.25.10, p. 2; Pilot Station - Saint Charles Spinola Catholic Church Website 1.25.10 |
| Laughlin | Thomas B. | 1948 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Accused of sexually abusing between 20-40 boys from 1967-1996. Numerous civil suits filed; several settled. Convicted at least once and sentenced to 1 yr in jail in 1983 when he finally became inactive as priest. Even abused on way to therapy in New Mexico. Apparently was laicized after 1988. 10 men sued Laughlin, individually, in 2004. Addl suit filed 8/07 by one man alleging abuse beginning in 1960. | Portland, OR | Source: United Press International 8.30.83; United Press International 8.29.86; Gazette Times 5.8.02; Sunday Oregonial 5.19.02; Oregonian 6.30.02; Sunday Oregonian 7.7.02; Oregonian 5.28.04; Seattle Times 9.23.04; Oregonian 3.13.05; The Oregonian 11.12.06; Oregonian Table 11.12.06; The Oregonian 6.6.07 (Documents); The Oregonian 6.7.07; The Oregonian 8.2.07; The Oregonian 4.17.08 Assignments: Final Report on Document Arbitration 11.24.08 (add'l article); BA.org Assignment Record |
Laurano | Anthony J. | 1950 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Retired in 1995. Sued. Placed on leave in 2002. Accused of abuse of boy in 1991. Criminal charges filed. Also accused of abuse of mentally disabled man and, in 1970, the abuse of a 25 yr old seminarian. Name dropped from 2003 Catholic Directory becauseof allegations per Boston Globe 3/03 article. Involuntary laicization announced 3/07. Died 5/27/07 just prior to criminal trial. | Boston, MA | Source: Boston Globe 3.05.03; Patriot Ledger (Quincy, MA) 3.08.05; Washington Post 4.27.06; Boston Globe 4.27.06; The BostonChannel.com 3.23.07; Boston Herald (AP) 3.23.07; Salem News 3.23.07; Patriot Ledger 5.30.07; Hull Times 5.31.07; Patriot Ledger 10.20.08; Metrowest Daily News 8.26.11; Salem News 8.26.11; National Catholic Registry 8.25.11; Wicked Local Somerville 8.30.11 Assignments: Archdiocese of Boston Assignment Record |
| Laurdette | Sister | N | Sued | School Sisters of Notre Dame | Sued in 2005. One of several religious accused of abuse at Madonna Manor, a Catholic home for troubled children. At least one claim included in almost $5.2M settlement with Archdiocese in Fall, 2009. | New Orleans, LA | Source: Times-Picayune 8.25.05; Times Picayune 3.14.06; Times Picayune 3.11.10 | |
| Lause | Richard L. | 1977 | P | Settled | Vincentian | Man filed suit 8/04 against Lause, the order, Archdiocese and others alleging that he was molested by Lause in 1980s at St. Vincent de Paul High school. Man's mother took him to seminary in Illinois in 1985 and the priests agreed to raise him. The youth transferred to the school in St. Louis and Lause began "grooming" him and then molested him. Order informed in 1988 and Lause sent for counseling but reassigned 1989. Placed on leave 2003 after victim again complained. Claim settled by Order 01/2005. | St. Louis, MO | Source: Kansas City Star (AP) 8.13.04; St. Louis Post-Dispatch (AP) 2.14.05 |
| Lauzon | Raymond J. | 1955 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Accused of performing oral sex on youth and of trying to get youth to recant statement to police. Sentenced in 1985 to 6 mo. jail and 1 yr probation for abuse of 2 youths. Diocese published written apology 4/98. Several suits filed in 1990s. Maine AG report shows 18 plaintiffs. In 2002 he was living at Monastery in Lithania and was often seen with children. Died 9/05. | Portland, ME | Source: United Press International 9.9.84; Portland Press Herald 2.21.97; Portland Press Herald 4.15.98; Portland Press Herald 4.16.98; Portland Press Herald 3.27.02; Portland Press Herald 3.27.02; Portland Press Herald 3.27.02; Portland Press Herald 4.3.02; Portland Press Herald 5.5.02; Portland Press Herald 5.15.02; Associated Press 5.18.02; Maine AG Report 2.24.04 page 3; Portland Press Herald 2.26.04; Portland Press Herald 9.29.05 |
| Lavelle | Francis P. | 1970 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Two men filed suit 7/02 alleging abuse by Lavelle when they were teens. One says abuse occurred in 1972 and the second says abuse occurred in 1980 during time Lavelle was working as secretary for the Bishop of Diocese. Four brothers filed suit 12/03 claiming abuse by Lavelle and 4 other priests between 1967-1983. Permanently barred from ministry 2/04. Two plaintiffs included in 7/04 settlement for $7M. Named in 2004 civil suit. 2 more claims settled 2008. Outcome of Admin process needs Vatican approval. | Springfield, MA | Source: Springfield Union News 7.17.02; Springfield Union News 7.18.02; The Republican 12.13.03; Springfield Republican 2.23.04; Springfield Republican 3.1.04; Springfield Republican 8.17.04; Springfield Republican 8.17.04; Springfield Republican 8.3.04; Springfield Republican 1.7.05; IObserve 1.7.05; Springfield Republican 1.8.05; Press Release by The Office of Stobierski & Stobierski, 12.3.08; Springfield Diocese list of Priests with Credible Allegations 8.30.11 |
Lavigne | Richard R. | 1966 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Arrested and charged in 1991 re abuse of 5 boys. Convicted in 1992 of assaulting 2 boys but jail time of 4-6 yrs suspended and received 10 yrs probation. 11 new accusers surfaced in 1993. 17 plaintiffs settled claims in 1994 ($1.4M). Other plaintiffs included in 7/04 settlement. Laicization announced 1/04. Remains prime suspect in 1972 murder of altar boy. Investigation continuing as of 2007. As many as 48 known victims per 12/08 article. | Springfield, MA | Source: Victim's Statement 10.9.91; Boston Globe 10.21.91; Boston Globe 10.22.91; Union-News 6.26.92; Associated Press 5.10.02; Associated Press 6.17.02; Springfield Republican 7.6.03; Providence Journal 9.29.03; Springfield Republican 12.13.03; Boston Globe 12.14.03; Springfield Republican 12.19.03; Springfield Republican 7.27.04; Croteau Murder Investigation File; Associated Press 8.5.04; Springfield Republican 8.17.04 Assignments: Springfield Republican 1.12.08 (add'l article); Google News (AP) 1.15.08 (addl article); Republican 2.21.08 (add'l article); Examiner 2.22.08 (add'l article); Republican 2.23.08 (add'l article); Western Massachusetts Catholics 12.26.08 (add'l article) |
| Lavin | Paul E. | 1969 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused of sexually abusing boys. First complaint received in 1997. Investigation found no evidence and Lavin continued in his position. Second & third men complained in 2002. He was then placed on leave. At least one claim included in $1.3M settlement of 12/06 with Archdiocese. No criminal charges ever filed. | Washington, DC | Source: Washington Post 7.12.02; Wilks Barre Times Leader 7.13.02; Washington Post 7.13.02; Washington Post 8.27.02; Washington Times 1.08.04; Washington Post 12.16.06; Washington Post 12.2.10 |
LaVoie | Victor C. | 1971 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Removed 7/02 after recent allegation that he abused a 15 yr old boy some 20 years previously while serving at St. Thomas Parish in Wilmington. Second accusation re same time period surfaced in 2003. Denied all allegations. Last known to be living in Winchester. Remains unassigned per Archdiocese website 5/4/09. Still on administrative leave as of 8/11 per Boston AD database. Canonical court found charges "not proven" 11/11 and he was granted retired status. | Boston, MA | Source: Patriot Ledger 7.26.02; Boston Globe 7.26.02; Boston Globe 9.28.02; Patriot Ledger 12.19.02; Patriot Ledger 2.11.03; Boston Globe 2.11.03; Patriot Ledger 10.20.08; National Catholic Register 8.25.11; The Patch 9.1.11; Patriot Ledger 11.17.11; Statement by Archdiocese of Boston 11.17.11; Boston Herald 11.17.11; Boston Herald 11.18.11 Assignments: Boston Archdiocesan Assignment Record |
| Lavoy | Marvin | 1955 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Sued in 2005. Accused of abuse of at least two boys at Morning Star Boy's Ranch in 1950s. He was the ranch's founding director. Forced out in 1966. Died 1994. As of 2010, 19 plaintiffs allege abuse by Lavoy, Joseph Weitensteiner and others at the Ranch. In 11/09 Ranch transferred bulk of its assets to nonprofit Morning Star Foundation which will complicate any possible settlements or judgments. Judgment for Defendants 2/10. Some plaintiffs received previous settlement from Diocese. | Spokane, WA | Source: Spokesman Review 8.25.05; Seattle Post-Intelligencer (AP) 8.25.05; Spokesman Review 10.27.05; Spokesman Review 5.4.07; Spokesman Review 5.5.07; Spokesman Review 5.5.07; Spokesman Review 1.3.10; Spokesman Review 1.19.10; KREM 1.20.10; Spokesman Review 3.12.10 |
| Lawbaugh | James | 1966 | P | Sued | Vincentian | Named in civil suit filed 2/08 which claims he abused a 10 yr old boy at St. Vincent's Church in Kansas City in 1968. He left the priesthood in 1969 to marry and currently lives in Florida. He has denied the allegations. Claim settled 8/08 as part of $10M settlement re 12 priests. | Kansas City-St. Joseph, MO | Source: Kansas City Star 2.25.08; Kansas City Star 8.20.08; Kansas City Star 8.20.08 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Lawless | Fergus | 1933 | P | Accused | Capuchin | Accused in 2004 or 2005 of abusing one person 1952-53. Named in 1 civil suit. Listed as Franciscan by archdiocese and LA Times database, but listed in Directory as Capuchin. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Archdiocesan Report Addendum 11.15.05 Assignments: LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
| Lawlor | David T. | 1971 | P | Arrested | Norbertine | Lawlor, priest assigned to Daylesford Abbey, was arrested in 2002 and charged with accosting (inappropriate touching) a mentally disabled adult male in whirlpool at a YMCA. Lawlor was placed on leave when accusations were made He oversaw the kitchen at the abbey and filled in for other priests. Lawlor denied accusations and was found innocent by Jury 10/03. | Philadelphia, PA | Source: Philadelphia Inquirer 12.19.02; Philadelphia Daily News 12.19.02; Philadelphia Inquirer 10.11.03 |
Lawrence | James T. | 1961 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused of sexually abusing a female minor in the early 1960s, when Lawrence was working at St. Anthony's in Knoxville. Retired in 1975. Died in 2008. | Davenport, IA | Source: Catholic Messenger 5.22.09; Revised Diocesan List of Credible Allegations 5.22.09; Des Moines Register 5.22.09 |
| Lawrence | Michael S. | 1973 | P | Sued | Diocesan | In 2002 man said that Lawrence had molested him in 1982 during a tutoring session when he was 12. He told his parents and his father called the church. Next day father met with Diocese's top administrator and Lawrence was gone. Lawrence back in parish assignment within 1 yr. Father complained again 1986 & 1994. Lawrence assigned to Tribunal. Not removed until 2002. Civl suit filed 2004, | Allentown, PA | Source: Morning Call 11.17.02; Morning Call 1.14.04; Morning Call 1.14.04; Philadelphia Inquirer 1.14.04; Morning Call 2.6.04; Express Times 5.11.04 |
| Leach | Jerome "Jerry" Paul | 1976 | P | Arrested | Diocesan | Accused in 1993 of molesting altar boy in 1976 when he was a deacon. Placed on leave then but incident not reported to police until 5/02. Arrested in 2002 and charged with molestation of separate altar boy in 1979. Those charges dropped because of U.S.Supreme Court ruling declaring the Calif. law invalid. Other allegations have also surfaced. | San Francisco, CA | Source: SF Chronicle 11.21.02; Marin Independent Journal 1.23.03; Marin Independent Journal 6.27.03; San Jose Mercury News 6.27.03; Marin Independent Journal 7.2.03; Marin Independent Journal 7.3.03 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Leary | John P. | 1951 | P | Sued | Jesuit | First allegations in 1966. In 1969, Police ordered Leary, then President of Gonzaga Univ., to leave Spokane in 24 hours or be arrested for sexually abusing teenage boys. Jesuit Order approved and Leary left. He was reassigned to posts in MA, Utah, Nevada and CA and died in 1993. Jesuit officials admit to 2 recent settlements with victims. There may have been as many as 12 victims. | Spokane, WA | Source: Spokesman-Review 9.9.06; The Oregonian 9.9.06; Seattle Times 9.9.06; Spokesman-Review 9.8.06; Gonzaga University 9.8.06; Inside Higher Ed 9.11.06; LifeSite 9.13.06; KGW (AP) 9.15.06; KGW (AP) 9.27.06; Spokesman-Review 9.27.06; Seattle Times 10.4.06; Seattle Times 10.16.06; SF Weekly 10.25.06; Statement by Diocese of Spokane 11.21.07; Seattle Times 1.14.09 Assignments: Diocese of Spokane List of Admitted, Proven or Credibly Accused Perpetrators of Sexual Abuse 11.3.09 (add'l article); Good Jesuit, Bad Jesuit 11.12.09 (add'l article); Spokesman Review 12.6.09 (add'l article); PCVA Press Release 3.25.11 (add'l article) |
| Leary | Timothy J. | 1936 | P | Sued | Diocesan | 1/05 civil suit alleged that Leary had abused one youth for 5 years, beginning when Plaintiff was in 4th grade. Leary allegedly introduced the boy to Fr. Francis Lavelle who also abused him. At various times, both priests promised to guarantee his admission and pay his tuition at Cathedral High School. Died in 1991 at age 81. Two claims settled in 2008. | Springfield, MA | Source: Springfield Republican 1.7.05; Iobserve 1.7.05; Press Release by The Office of Stobierski & Stobierski, 12.3.08 |
Lebel | Maurice T. | 1967 | P | Accused | Jesuit | Originally a Jesuit, Lebel left the Order in 1991 and became part of Portland Diocese. Retired 2003 but was still active in ME until he was placed on leave by Portland Diocese 6/07 pending completion of investigation in Fall River, MA diocese. Complaint had been made that Lebel had sexually abused a youth in early 1980s in MA. He was a Jesuit at the time of the abuse. Reinstated to public ministry 3/11 after canonical trial found accusations "unproven." | Fall River, MA | Source: Portland Press Herald 12.08.07; Portland Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram 12.09.07; Sun Journal 12.09.07; Journal Gazette 12.10.07; Bangor Daily News (AP) 12.10.07; Boston Globe (AP) 12.10.07; Sun Chronicle 12.11.07; Standard Times (AP) 12.11.07; Standard Times 2.21.08; Wicked Local 2.22.08; Bangor Daily News 3.9.11; WABI 3.10.11; Bangor Daily News 3.26.11 |
LeBlanc | David E. | 1961 | P | Accused | Diocesan | LeBlanc resigned from his parish in Jan. 2007 after admitting to Bishop Hurley that he had abused a pre-teen boy in 1971. The accusation was brought to diocese in 1993 and LeBlanc admitted it then. Apparently then-Bishop Rose did nothing. Matter only brought to light in Jan. 2007 when Bishop went through personnel files. | Grand Rapids, MI | Source: WOOD 1.08.07; Grand Rapids Press 1.08.07; Mlive.com (AP) 1.09.07; Muskegon Chronicle 1.09.07; Grand Haven Tribune 1.09.07; Grand Rapids Press 1.10.07; LeBlanc Letter as Printed in Grand Rapids Press 1.10.07; Grand Rapids Press 1.10.07 (3rd); Grand Rapids Press 1.10.07 (4th); Grand Rapids Press 1.19.07 |
LeBlanc | Etienne | 1971 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Placed on leave 8/07 from assignment at Annunziata Church in Houma after accusation of improper sexual activity with a 9 yr old boy. He was working at Holy Cross in Morgan City at the time. The accuser is now 26. LeBlanc denied the allegations and was sent for counseling. Plaintiff filed a civil suit and made a criminal complaint. In 7/11, court ordered Diocese to turn investigative rept re LeBlanc over to Plaintiff. Diocese objects. Other victims known. Documents to remain sealed as of 8/11. | Houma-Thibodaux, LA | Source: Houma Today 8.27.07; Houma Today 8.28.07; Times-Picayune 9.1.07; Houma Today 9.1.07; Houma Today 9.3.07; Houma Today 12.10.07; Houma Today 4.9.08; Houma Today 5.31.08; Daily Comet 3.30.10; The Republic 7.10.11; Houma Today 7.10.11; Daily Comet 7.12.11; Houma Today 8.26.11 Assignments: Houma Today 9.01.07 |
| LeBlanc | Francis William | 1959 ? | P | Convicted | Diocesan | LeBlanc left the priesthood in 1967 after about 8 years and served for 20 yrs w/ New Orleans Police until he retired. In 1996 he was sentenced to 90-days jail and 5 yrs probation for molestation of 3 pre-teen girls. He touched the girls on the outsides of their clothing between 1994 and 1995. | New Orleans, LA | Source: The Advocate 5.15.96; The Advocate 8.14.96 |
LeBlanc | Kenneth A. | 1976 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Placed on leave 2/09 while Archdiocese investigated allegations of sexual abuse of a 10 yr old girl that occurred approximately 25-30 yrs ago. LeBlanc was assigned to Most Blessed Sacrament in Wakefield during that time period. On her personal website, the accuser has claimed that there were also other victims. Died 1/10. 8/11 Boston AD database reports no formal determination of guilt either because he died prior to canonical investigation or it was not complete at his death. | Boston, MA | Source: Archdiocese of Boston Press Release 2.22.09; Boston Globe 2.22.09; NECN 2.23.09; MSNBC 2.23.09; Boston Globe 2.23.09; WCVB 2.23.09; Daily News Tribune 2.23.09; Eagle Tribune 2.24.09; The Pilot 2.27.09; TheBostonChannel. 1.25.10; Patriot Ledger 1.25.10; Boston Globe 1.26.10; National Catholic Register 8.25.11 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
LeBrun | Paul Francis | 1983 | P | Convicted | Holy Cross | Arrested 2002. Accused of sexually abusing boys in the Ft. Wayne-South Bend IN diocese and the Phoenix AZ diocese. Denied the allegations. Transferred to Arizona in 1986. Returned to Indiana in 1993 and resigned from parish in 1999. Convicted in 2005 inAZ and sentenced in 2006 to 111 years in prison. Five lawsuits which name LeBrun as an abuser have been settled by Phoenix Diocese for a total of $75,000. Conviction upheld by AZ Court of Appeals 7/09. | Fort Wayne-South Bend, IN | Source: South Bend Tribune 9.22.02; South Bend Tribune 9.22.02; Arizona Republic 9.26.02; Arizona Republic 5.31.03; South Bend Tribune 6.3.03; South Bend Tribune 6.8.03; South Bend Tribune 6.8.03; South Bend Tribune 7.16.03; Arizona Republic 10.27.05; South Bend Tribune 10.28.05; Arizona Republic 11.17.05; South Bend Tribune 11.19.05; South Bend Tribune 1.14.06; Arizona Republic 10.12.06; Arizona Republic 7.14.09 Assignments: South Bend Tribune 9.22.02 |
LeClaire | Karl | 1986 | P | Convicted | Salvatorian | Placed on leave 2001. Man filed suit 8/02 alleging that LeClaire abused him for 7 yrs beginning when he was 13. LeClaire was parish priest and princial of parish grade school. LeClaire would take boy with him on trips and cruises to Alaska and Mediterranean. Indicted 5/03 and pled guilty 10/04. Sentenced 1/05 to 1 yr jail and 3 yrs probation. One claim re abuse in 1993 settled for $40K in 2006. | Phoenix, AZ | Source: Arizona Republic 8.14.02; Arizona Republic 11.10.02; Associated Press 6.2.03; Associated Press 6.10.03; Arizona Republic 6.13.03; Arizona Republic 10.18.04; East Valley Tribune 10.28.04; Arizona Republic 10.28.04; Arizona Republic 10.29.04; East Valley Tribune 1.25.05; East Valley Tribune 1.29.05; Arizona Republic 1.26.06; Arizona Republic 2.27.10 |
| Leclerc | Maurice | P | Accused | Diocesan | At least one claim included in 11/02 $5M settlement with 62 victims who say they were abused by 28 priests, 2 lay workers and one member of a religious order between 1950s and 1980s. Leclerc was deceased by the time the allegations were received. No data on when abuse occurred, the number of victims or time frame. | Manchester, NH | Source: Union Leader 11.27.02 | |
| Ledoux | Michael | P | Accused | Franciscan | Accused in 1/23/03 civil claim of sexually abusing a boy in 1987 or 1988 at St. Thomas Aquinas in Derry. Oral sex was alleged, and attempts in NH and MA. Diocese learned that Franciscans had known of this allgation in 8/02 or 9/02 but not informed the diocese. Ledoux was at parish 4/86 to 9/89. | Manchester, NH | Source: NH AG Audit Records 3.26.09 | |
| Lee | Thomas B. | P | Accused | Diocesan | In 1993 an individual alleged sexual abuse by Lee (a native of Korea) in early 1970s. Baltimore informed the Archdiocese of Seoul, South Korea of the charges. Lee had been studying at Johns Hopkins Univ. at the time of the alleged abuse. Lee's name appears on Sept. 2002 list of priests from other Diocese who were accused of abuse in the Baltimore Archdiocese. | Baltimore, MD | Source: Archdiocese of Baltimore 9.25.02 | |
| Lee | Thomas M. | 1953 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Removed 5/02 when woman said he abused her son. Youth "would not testify" & diocese returned to duty, saying charges unsubstantiated. Removed again 9/03 when woman complained & 2 other victims came forward. 1st victim denied refusing to testify. Retired 2004. Church tribunal ruled 8/08 accusations not proven but actions were imprudent. Bishop appealed to Vatican 12/08. 14 accusers as of 1/09. Diocese said 2/19/11 that church appeals court affirmed tribunal ruling but Bishop will not reassign. | Portland, ME | Source: Portland Press Herald 9.16.03; Portland Press Herald 9.19.03; Boothbay Register 9.26.03; Portland Press Herald 1.11.05; Statement by Marie Tupper 11.16.05; Portland Press Herald 2.12.06; WMTW 1.28.07; Bangor Daily News 1.29.07; Bishop's statement in keepMEcurrent 1.29.07; Portland Press Herald 5.31.08; WCSH 12.19.08; Portland Press Herald 12.20.08; NSACoalition 1.4.09; keepMEcurrent 1.7.09; WMTW 1.13.09 Assignments: Diocese of Portland Press Release 1.13.09; Morning Sentinel 1.13.09 (add'l article); Press Herald-Maine Today 1.14.09 (add'l article); Maine Today (AP) 1.30.09 (add'l article); NECN 2.19.11 (add'l article); Statement by Roman Catholic Diocese of Portland (ME) 2.21.11 (add'l article) |
| Leech | Paul Henry | 1980 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Convicted of molesting 3-4 boys between 1982-1984. In 1985 he was sentenced to 86 yrs in prison but ordered to serve 3 years and then 12 yrs probation. In 1994 a civil suit was filed on behalf of one youth. Suit says that Leech, prior to 1980, was known to Bishop to be a homosexual with a habit of making advances on young boys. Another suit may have been filed in 1985. | Providence, RI | Source: United Press International 7.5.84; Associated Press 8.20.85; Galveston Daily News 8.21.85; United Press International 10.7.85; San Jose Mercury News 12.31.87 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Leehan | Cornelius Patrick | 1948 | P | Sued | Redemptorists | Man filed suit 12/03 alleging that he had been raped as a 5 yr old by Leehan at St. Alphonsus Liguori Parish in San Leandro. Leehan also allegedly fondled him 7 years later after Leehan had been reassigned to the parish. Man says he told his father and his father, a friend of Leehan, told him to tell no one and never speak about a priest that way. Died 1996. | Oakland, CA | Source: Argus (CA) 8.31.04; San Jose Mercury News 4.1.08; Contra Costa Times 4.1.08 |
| Lefevre | Francis J. | 1971 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Individual came forward in 1987 to allege abuse. Faculties removed. LeFevre admitted to sexual misconduct with numerous minors in 1970s and 1980s. He continued to work as statistics expert for archdiocese until 1995 when suit alleged LeFevre abused plaintiff from age 11 until high school. This abuse was reported to archdiocese in 1992. | Baltimore, MD | Source: Baltimore Sun 9.27.95; Baltimore Sun 8.21.96; Archdiocese of Baltimore 9.25.02 Assignments: Archdiocese of Baltimore 9.25.02 |
| LeFevre | Robert J. | 1966 | P | Accused | DIocesan | In 12/03 two brothers accused LeFevre of propositioning them for sex in 1969 when they were 15 and 17. They originally complained to Diocese in 1997 and then again in 2002. Diocese immediately announced that it had cleared LeFevre of the accusations andhe would remain in current assignment. Diocese also said it told the two brothers in 1998 or 1999 that he had been cleared of wrongdoing. | Albany, NY | Source: Times Union 12.18.03 |
Lehman | Mark Allen | 1988 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Placed on leave 1990. Sentenced in 1992 to 10 yrs prison without parole for fondling one young girl and sentenced to life time parole for abuse of 3 additional girls and one boy. Released from prison 2002. Diocese provided financial support while in prison and gave him $1000 and other benefits when released. 1/05 civil suit alleging abuse of 1 youth in 1985 was settled 12/06 for $100K. Laicized 4/12/06. Listed on AZ sex offender registry. | Phoenix, AZ | Source: Phoenix New Times 7.11.90; Arizona Republic 4.11.92; Phoenix Gazette 5.23.93; Arizona Republic 7.10.93; Arizona Republic 4.25.02; Associated Press 6.21.02; Arizona Republic 6.22.02; Arizona Republic 11.10.02; East Valley Tribune 1.28.05; Arizona Republic 1.28.05; The Catholic Sun 2006; Arizona Republic 12.27.06; Arizona Daily Star (AP) 12.27.06; Arizona Republic 2.27.10 |
Lehmkuhl | Gerhardt B. | 1974 | P | Convicted | Jesuit | In 1995 Lehmkuhl was arrested for receiving child pornography through the mails. Lehmkuhl checked himself into St. Luke's after he pleaded guilty but before his sentence. In 1996 he was sentenced to one year in prison. Also ordered to get mental-health treatment after he was released from prison. Per 2009 article, he was at Jesuit Community Corporation at St. Louis University--Jesuit Hall. | St. Louis, MO | Source: Post-Dispatch 11.18.95; St. Louis Post Dispatch 5.10.96; St. Louis Post Dispatch 5.11.96; St. Louis American 5.13.09 |
Leifeld | Gale | 1954 | P | Sued | Capuchin | Principal of St. Lawrence Seminary until 1982; then academic dean at Sacred Heart School of Theology until 1993. 1 civil suit alleges Leifeld, Jim Buser and James Wolf molested a man while he was a student at St. Lawrence. Plaintiff is now a counselor for men abused by clergy and claims his therapy in 1992 revealed flashbacks. Suit tried 1995 but jury found it was too late under statute of limitations. Leifeld admitted abuse of at least 7 in deposition but not of plaintiff. | Milwaukee, WI | Source: Milwaukee Journal 12.20.92; Milwaukee Journal 12.20.92; Milwaukee Journal 12.20.92; Milwaukee Journal 12.20.92; Milwaukee Sentinel 12.21.92; Milwaukee Sentinel 12.24.92; Milwaukee Journal 12.24.92; Milwaukee Journal 12.27.92; Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 7.29.93; Wisconsin State Journal 2.19.94; Detroit Free Press 2.11.95; Detroit Free Press 2.14.95; Isley v. Capuchine Province et al 3.16.95; Detroit Free Press 3.29.95; Boston Globe 3.17.02 Assignments: Sexual abuse of Children in the Archdiocese of Milwaukee 2.10.04 (add'l article); SNAP--Wisconsin 11.14.10 (add'l article); WSN 2.26.11 (add'l article); Inside Milwaukee 9.19.11 (add'l article); BA.org Assignment Record |
| Leimbach | William | B | Sued | Brothers of the Sacred Heart | Civil suit filed 7/07 in federal court alleges that Plaintiff (then 15) was abused in 1983-1984 at Saint Stanislaus College/Saint Stanislaus High School by a "Brother William." School was run by the Sacred Heart Order. Leimbach was removed from ministry with students in 1991 after complaints by two students but continued to work with adults and within the order. He has been living in Burrillville, RI since 2005. | Jackson, MS | Source: WMC (AP) 7.17.07; Sun Herald 7.19.07; Sea Coast Echo 7.20.07; The Call (Woonsocket, R.I.) 7.20.07; Sea Coast Echo 7.25.07 | |
| Lemanski | William E. | 1974 | P | Accused | Pallottines | Lemanski had lived under supervision at a rectory close to a school for 11 years after admitting he abused a minor (possible in 1990). In March 2002, Fr. Robert Carney, a former Provincial, wrote letter apologizing to the victim and said that Lemanski had received therapy and was not assigned to any priestly ministry except saying mass for nuns at a convent. In Sept. 2004, SNAP asked the Order to move him. | Milwaukee, WI | Source: Milwaukee Catholic Herald 9.23.04 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Lemire | Edmond | P | Settled | Extern Priest | Served as parish priest at St. Edmond's Church in Manchester in the early 1960s. Accused of groping a youth in 1963. He left the diocese in 1962 and went on to serve in Diocese of Sherbrooke, Canada. At least one claim included in 11/02 $5M settlement with 62 victims who say they were abused by 28 priests, 2 lay workers and one member of a religious order between 1950s and 1980s. Referred to then as extern priest who had left ministry. | Manchester, NH | Source: Atty letter to NH Dept of Justice 10.10.02; Union Leader 10.12.02; Union Leader 11.27.02; NH AG Audit Records 3.26.09 | |
| Lemmon | Thomas M. | D | Accused | Diocesan | Lemmon, an ordained deacon and religion teacher at Bishop McCort High School, had just been suspended by Diocese when he fled to Canada in 3/03 with a 15 yr old female student. As police neared his mother's apartment, Lemmon fell/jumped to his death from a 4th floor balcony. | Altoona-Johnstown, PA | Source: Associated Press 3.7.03; Tribune Democrat 3.7.03; Associated Press 3.13.03; Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 3.15.03 | |
| Lemoine | Daniel | 1979 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Lawsuit filed in 1999 which alleged abuse by LeMoine was settled 4/02. Secrecy and confidentiality orders from Judge Settlement amount not disclosed but "well below...$600,000." After DA found out about settlement, he began in investigation. After the abuse incident, LeMoine was evaluated and offered treatment. Has not been in assignment since. | Baton Rouge, LA | Source: State Times/Morning-Advocate 4.20.02; The Advocate 4.25.02; The Advocate 4.29.02 |
Lenczycki | Frederick A. | 1972 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Removed 2002. Arrested and convicted 2004 of abuse of 3 boys. Sentenced to 5 yrs prison. Also worked in MO and CA. About to be released from prison 4/06. Instead, remanded to mental treatment facility upon release pending trial as to whether he is sexually dangerous. Trial held 3/08. Experts testified he allegedly molested at least 24 boys in 3 states in a 25 yr career. Jury said he was too dangerous to release & sent him back to prison. Released 9/09 on parole. On IL sex offender registry. | Joliet, IL | Source: Herald News 5.5.02; Chicago Tribune 5.16.02; Chicago Tribune 1.13.04; The Herald News 4.8.06; Chicago Tribune 4.10.06; Chicago Tribune 4.10.06; Chicago Tribune 4.11.06; Diocese of Joliet 4.13.06; Chicago Tribune 3.9.08; Chicago Daily Herald 3.14.08; Chicago Tribune 3.14.08; Daily Herald 3.18.08; Daily Herald 3.19.08; Daily Herald 3.19.08; Chicago Tribune 3.19.08 Assignments: Chicago Tribune 3.24.08 (add'l article); Chicago Daily Herald 3.24.08 (add'l article); Chicago Daily Herald 3.25.08 (add'l article); Chicago Sun-Times 7.9.09 (add'l article); Chicago Breaking News 9.24.09 (add'l article); Daily Herald 3.11.08 |
Leneweaver | Raymond O. | 1962 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused of abuse of at least 12 youths from 1966-1980. Several transfers after Archdiocese first learned of abuse. Left active ministry in 1980. Laicization announced 2005. Had been teaching in public schools since leaving active ministry. | Philadelphia, PA | Source: 9.11.80 memo from Chancellor Statkus to Archbishop; Philadelphia Inquirer 9.09.05; Philadelphia Inquirer 9.17.05; Philadelphia Grand Jury Report; Philadelphia Grand Jury Report--Patterns; Philadelphia Inquirer 10.03.05 Assignments: Philadelphia Archdiocesan Priest Data Profile |
Lenihan | John Peter | 1969 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Rmoved as pastor of church in 9/01 after he revealed to a LA Times columnist (under pseudonym) that he had had several sexual relationships. Admitted in 1991 to church officials that he sexually abused a teenage girl in the 1970s. Church paid $25,000 to settle lawsuit; allowed him to continue to work. In 12/01, he was accused in 2nd lawsuit of molesting a 2nd teenage girl starting in the late 1970s. Civil suit settled for $1.2M. Criminal charges dropped 2003 due to Supreme Court ruling. Laicized. | Orange, CA | Source: Orange County Register 2.4.91; Orange County Register 2.4.91; Orange County Register 2.4.91; LA Times 6.13.93; LA Times 3.29.02; NBC4 4.1.02; LA Times 4.2.02; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; National Catholic Reporter (corrected) 4.11.03; Amazing Connections 7.18.03; LA Times 1.11.04; OC Weekly 4.12.04; OC Register 5.17.05; Long Beach Press Telegram 10.23.05; Orange County Register 9.14.07 Assignments: OC Weekly 3.6.09 (add'l article); OC Weekly 6.2.08 (add'l article); Tribune 2.7.10 (add'l article); OC Weekly 3.4.05 |
Lennon | John W. | 1955 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Removed 2002 after accusations of abuse in 1970s when he was at Cardinal Hayes H.S. in the Bronx. Denied allegations. Allegations first surfaced in 1997 and diocese cleared him after investigation. Never told accuser. After 2002 removal, he was told he would never return to active assignments. | New York, NY | Source: The Journal News (NY) 4.21.02 (in collection of articles); Journal News 9.14.03 (in collection of articles); Journal News 4.19.02 (in collection of articles); USA Today 11.11.02; Journal News 7.09.05 |
Lent | James Walter | B | Accused | Congregation of the Blessed Sacrament | Lent , a SSS brother, was on leave from position as elementary school teacher for Cleveland diocese and was studying at Gonzaga Univ when he was arrested in Spokane 5/94 after 13 yr old boy accused him of performing oral sex on the boy in a mall restroom and giving him $20. Released on bail posted by Order. Committed suicide 5/29/94 before he could be arraigned. In 1970s and early 1980s, Lent taught at St. Charles Borromeo School in Albuquerque,NM. | Spokane, WA | Source: Spokesman-Review 5.17.94; Statement of Investigating Officer--Affidavit of Facts 5.18.94; Spokesman-Review 5.19.94; Spokesman-Review 5.20.94; Information--State of Washington 5.20.94; Warrant 5.20.94; Release Conditions 5.20.94; Spokesman-Review 5.23.94; Spokesman-Review 5.30.94; Order of Dismissal returning Bail to Order after Death 6.1.94; Congregation of the Blessed Sacrament Newsletter May/June 2005, p. 5 | |
| Lentz | Robert F. | 1964 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Baltimore officials placed Lentz on leave in Dec. 2002 after allegations surfaced that he abused two boys in mid- to late 1960s. Lentz denied the accusations. The victims came forward after Archdiocese published names of 56 other priests and brothers accused of abuse. Current status unknown. Not on list of active priests in Baltimore Archdiocese per their website 5/25/08. | Baltimore, MD | Source: Archdiocese of Baltimore Press Release 12.03.02; Baltimore Sun 12.04.02 |
| Leon | Modesto | B | Sued | Claretian | Accused of abuse of 1 youth between the ages of 14-16 in 1996-1999 per civil suit filed 2008. Archdiocesan report said abuse occurred betwen 1995-1996. Leon was the incorporating executive director of Soledad Enrichment Action (SEA) and abuse took place during retreats at Camp Unity in the Angeles National Forest. Civil case settled at some point between 2006 and 2010. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 6; Mountain Enterprise 12.18.11 Assignments: LA times Database 4.20.06 | |
Leonard | John E. | P | Sued | Diocesan | Allegations in 1996 resulted only in evaluation. Removed 5/02 after recent allegations of old abuse when he was at St. John Vianney Seminary but reactivated by Bishop Sullivan 6/02 after he overruled the review committee. Big outcry over the decision. Civil suit 10/03 later dismissed on SOL. Criminal charges in 2003; sentenced 3/04 to 2 consecutive 12 mo. jail terms (suspended) and probation. Removed again 1/04. He then resigned from priesthood. | Richmond, VA | Source: Richmond Times Dispatch 5.5.02; Virginia Pilot 5.7.02; Richmond Times Dispatch 5.8.02; Richmond Times Dispatch 5.11.02; Richmond Times Dispatch 6.19.02; Virginia Pilot 6.21.02; Washington Post 7.19.02; Richmond Times Dispatch 7.19.02; Virginia Pilot 8.02.02; Virginia Pilot 8.11.02; Virginia Pilot 8.12.02; Virginia Pilot 8.15.02; Virginia Pilot 9.1.02; Virginia Pilot 10.10.03; Virginia Pilot 1.14.04 Assignments: Richmond Richmond Times-Dispatch 1.14.04 (add'l article); Richmond Times-Dispatch 1.15.04 (add'l article); Virginia Pilot 1.16.04 (add'l article); Virginia Pilot (AP) 3.31.04 (add'l article); Richmond Times Dispatch 9.30.04 (add'l article); Virginia Pilot 10.2.04 (add'l article) | |
| Leonard | Patrick | 1996 | P | Accused | Augustinian | Removed from assignment 9/03 after credible allegations that he sexually abused a minor before coming to Charlotte NC in 1998. No information about his assignment between ordination in 1996 and his assignment to Charlotte in 1998 or when the alleged abuse occurred. Parishioners were not told the reason for the removal until 3/04. Woman also came forward to allege that he spoke to her in a lewd manner. | Charlotte, NC | Source: Charlotte Observer (NC) 3.2.04 |
| LePine | Clement J. | 1946 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused of abuse of at least 2 girls in 1960s and 1970s. Diocese said in 2005 that charges were valid. Diocese agreed to remove his name from the parish hall at St. Joseph Parish in Ishpeming where he served from 1957-1986. Died 2000. | Marquette, MI | Source: The Compass 12.1.00; WLUC 8.22.05; Detroit Free Press 8.24.05 |
| Lepire | Roland M. | 1975 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Suit filed 2/96 alleged that Lepire abused a young man on several occasions in 1978. Suit also claimed that the pastor of the church helped to cover it up. Claims against this priest were settled 9/02 as part of $13.5M mass settlement involving 36 victims of priest abuse in Providence Diocese. 2002 Catholic Directory showed him "absent on leave." Another suit filed 2003 alleged abuse in early 1980s & settled 8/08 as part of $1.326M settlement by Providence Diocese. | Providence, RI | Source: Providence Journal-Bulletin 2.10.96; Providence Journal-Bulletin 9.10.02; Providence Journal 7.18.05; Young v. Gelineau, Petition for Writ of Certiorari 1.09.07; Providence Journal 12.2.07; Boston Globe 12.2.07; Burlington Free Press 12.7.07; Providence Journal 1.18.08; Providence Journal 8.31.08; Fox 25 11.23.09; SNAP Statement 11.23.09 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Leroux | Edward N. | 1956 | P | Accused | Diocesan | One man alleged Leroux had molested 50 times over two year period when he was in early teens. Diocese learned of abuse in 1992 but he was allowed to continue in ministry until he retired in 1996. Bishop Hubbard removed him from remaining active ministry in 6/02. LeRoux died 1/05. At least 2 other victims known. Claims settled with Diocese at mediation in 2/05. | Albany, NY | Source: Albany Times Union 6.29.02; Times Union (NY) 7.23.02; Albany Times Union 1.31.05; Albany Times Union 2.28.05; Albany Times Union 10.2.05 |
| Leroy | Brother | B | Sued | Oblate | Brother Leroy was one of several religious accused in 2010 civil suit against Diocese, Oblates & Sisters of the Divine Savior which alleged abuse of students at Tekakwitha Indian Mission in Sisseton SD. In the suit, one man said he was sexually abusedby Br. Leroy between 1964-1970 when he was 6-12 yrs old. Also alleges abuse by other students at Tekakwitha. | Sioux Falls, SD | Source: MWD et al v. Catholic Diocese of Sioux Falls et al, Minnehaha County Circuit Court 7.30.10; Argus Leader 8.6.10; Sioux City Journal 8.6.10 | |
| Lesniak | Francis M. | 1943 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Sued 2005. Accused of abuse of 11 yr old boy in approx. 1962. 2nd suit filed 8/05 alleging abuse at approx. same time. Lesniak died in 1991. | Greensburg, PA | Source: Tribune-Review 3.8.05; Tribune-Review 3.16.05; Tribune-Review 5.11.05; Tribune-Review 8.17.05; Times-Leader (AP) 8.17.05 |
| Lesniewski | Eldred B. | 1953 | P | Accused | Diocesan | As priest and religious instructor, Lesniewski abused minor altar boys at St. Joseph's Orphanage. He abused 1 boy from 1961-1990 (age 11-40). Civl suit filed 1992. Lesniewski'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 allegations of abuse. He retired in 1992 and died in 1996. | Milwaukee, WI | Source: Peter Isely Article 2.10.04; Statement by Archdiocese of Milwaukee 7.09.04; Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 7.10.04 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Lessard | Joseph Marcel | 1980 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Admitted in 1986 to sexually abusing a 14-year-old boy. 2 felony charges were reduced to misdemeanors in a plea bargain after Bishop O'Brien wrote to the judge requesting leniency because Lessard was remorseful. Sentence was 3 years probation and $100 fine. Continued to work as priest, including time as a hospital chaplain in the Rockford IL diocese. Removed 2002. Phoenix diocese settled the civil case in 2006 for $50K. Lives in Thailand per 11/06 article. | Phoenix, AZ | Source: Phoenix New Times 10.25.89; Arizona Republic 6.22.02; Arizona Republic 11.10.02; Arizona Republic 6.3.03; Phoenix New Times 6.19.03; Arizona Republic 8.8.03; Arizona Republic 1.26.06; Arizona Republic 11.10.06; Arizona Republic 2.27.10 |
Lessard | Joseph P. | 1952 | P | Sued | Admits to sexually abusing 12 boys in 3 parishes in 1970s. Allegedly threatened victims with a gun; older victims coerced younger ones. Used camper in abuse. After a 1976 complaint Lessard was transferred to a new parish, then treated in MN. Went to NM Paraclete halfway house in 1979 and was a hospital chaplain afterward. Was parish priest again before retiring 1993. Archdiocesan lawyers settled 2 complaints 1996-1997. New suit filed 6/05 alleged abuse from 1895-1992. May have settled 7/08. | St. Louis, MO | Source: Post-Dispatch 3.17.02; Scripps Howard News Service 3.18.02; St. Louis Post-Dispatch 5.6.02; St. Louis Post-Dispatch 6.4.05; St. Louis Post-Dispatch 7.8.08 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record | |
Leu | James E. | 1971 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Accused in 1989 of systematically abusing 2 altar boys 1985-89. Pled guilty, convicted 1989, sentenced to 2 years. Worked with Bass. Bishop O'Keefe was deposed. Name appeard on Diocese's 7/10/08 list of "credibly accused" abusers. | Davenport, IA | Source: Documents from Kaspers v. Father James Elmer Leu, et al 1992; Leu's Clergy Record from Diocese of Davenport; Ruling 10.26.92; Iowa City Press-Citizen 8.21.04; Quad-City Times 7.10.08 Assignments: BA.org Concise Assignment Record; BA.org Assignment Record; Catholic Messenger 7.17.08 |
Lewis | Kenneth | 1991 | P | Accused | Diocesan | In 2002 Lewis was publicly accused of abusing several youths in mid- 1990s. He had been sent for treatment in 1994 and then reassigned by Bishop. Bishop did not remove him until 2002 even after repeated complaints. No charges filed because statute had run. In 2007, parents of one 14 yr old youth filed suit alleging Lewis had molested the boy in 2001 during trip to Chicago. In 1/11 OK Sup Court allowed case to go forward. Laicization announced 7/07. Named 2nd suit 11/09. | Tulsa, OK | Source: Dallas Morning News 7.28.02; Tulsa World 7.29.02; Associated Press 7.30.02; Tulsa World 7.31.02; Tulsa World 7.31.02 (2nd); Dallas Morning News 7.31.02; Tulsa World 8.1.02; Tulsa World 8.14.02; Tulsa World 8.17.02; Tulsa World 9.19.02; KOTV 10.14.04; Chicago Sun Times 3.16.07; KTEN 3.16.07; KSWO (AP) 7.21.07; Joplin Globe (AP) 7.21.07 Assignments: Tulsa World 11.4.09 (add'l article); SNAP Statement 11.16.10 (add'l article); SNAP Statement 1.14.11 (add'l article) |
| Lewkiewicz | Richard | 1968 | P | Sued | Diocesan | In massive civil suit filed 10/03, 27 victims allege abuse by 24 priests, including Lewkiewicz. One man alleges that he was raped by Lewkiewicz. Same man also alleges that Fr. Howard Richmond saw the abuse but did nothing. One article says Lewkiewicz no longer working as a priest but his name was in the 2002 Catholic Directory. 2/04 article says that diocese investigation has found allegations to be "unsubstantiated" and he continued to work. | Brooklyn, NY | Source: Newsday 10.02.03; Queens Chronicle 10.09.03; Newsday 11.05.04; Diocese of Brooklyn Press Release 11.04 |
Lezuchowski | Walter J. | 1959 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Barred from working in churches after Archdiocese decided he had abused a girl over 16 in early 1990s. Sent for treatment. Archdiocese said in 2002 that he had not been active for several years but said next day that he had been working in parish for 5 years. Immediately placed him on leave. Criminal complaint made about same time. Permanently banned from ministry 2005. Died 12/29/06. | Detroit, MI | Source: Detroit Free Press 6.10.02; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; Detroit News 7.14.02; Detroit Free Press 10.19.02; USA Today 11.11.02; Detroit Free Press 4.14.03; Michigan Catholic 5.27.05; News-Herald 6.11.06; Detroit Free Press 1.04.07; Archdiocese of Detroit Status Report 10.09 Assignments: Archdiocese of Detroit Press Release 5.10.02 |
Liberatore, Jr. | Albert M. | 1989 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Accused of abuse of altar boy. Liberatore arrested 2004, convicted, and sentenced in 2005 to 10 years probation. Laicized 7/06. Arrested 11/06 for parole violation. Per 2004 federal civil suit, bishop was informed of abuse allegations in 1997 but did nothing. Civil trial started 11/07. Plaintiff reached $3M settlement before jury deliberation. On sex offender registry in PA 6/11. | Scranton, PA | Source: Clarion-Ledger 5.19.04; Times Leader 5.20.04; Citizens Voice 11.9.04; Citizens Voice 5.19.05; Philly.com (AP) 6.8.05; NY Newsday 8.11.05; Times Leader 1.18.06; Times Leader 2.14.06; Times Leader 3.21.06; Times Leader 7.9.06; Times Leader 7.13.06; Times Leader 7.28.06; Times Leader 11.04.06; Times Tribune 1.30.07; Times Leader 3.20.07 Assignments: Times-Tribune 10.25.07 (add'l article); Times Leader 11.06.07 (add'l article); Citizens Voice 11.07.07 (add'l article); Times Tribune 11.09.07 (add'l article); Times Leader 2.24.10 (add'l article); Times Leader 7.9.06 |
| Liberty | James L. | 1957 | P | Accused | Oblate | Accused of abuse of an 18 yr old girl in 1980s. He was working as a marriage and family counselor with Catholic Family Services in Norwich at the time of the abuse. She had gone to him for counseling after death of her brother. Died in 7/95. | Norwich, CT | Source: Hartford Courant 7.6.95; Norwich (CT) Bulletin 5.10.02 |
Lieberth | Joseph J. | 1968 | P | Sued | Diocesan | On 4/02 list of priests in Cleveland diocese who had been accused in the past of sexual abuse. He had received evaluation and treatment and was returned to ministry. Admitted molesting one victim, the 17 yr old son of a church deacon, during a trip to CA in 1986. Lieberth referred to it as an "isolated incident" and Aux. Bishop Quinn persuaded victim and family not to call police. Add'l victim came forth in 2002 alleging abuse on trip in 1985. 1 civil suit filed 7/02 by 1st victim. Still on leave 2009. | Cleveland, OH | Source: Plain Dealer 4.9.02; Akron Beacon Journal 4.9.02; Akron Beacon Journal 4.18.02; Plain Dealer 6.16.02; Cleveland Scene 1.15.03 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Liggio | John R. | 1975 | P | Accused | Augustinian | Liggio, a teacher of religion and campus ministry director at Malvern Prep School, was investigated by the DA's office in Jan. 2003 after allegations that he abused a student at the school in 1997-1998. He was placed on leave in late 2002 after allegation surfaced. He denied allegations. In Sept. 2003 DA's office declined to file charges because of insufficient evidence. | Philadelphia, PA | Source: Philadelphia Daily News 1.14.03; Philadelphia Inquirer 1.15.03; Philadelphia Inquirer 8.30.03 |
| Liles | Ronan | P | Sued | Diocesan | Sued 1999. Accused of abuse of 2 brothers in early 1970s. Plaintiffs say they met Liles at boy scout camp. He would shower with them and hug and kiss them. They often stayed overnight at rectory, sleeping in same bed as Liles. Lower court case dismissed on statute of limitations. Appealed to Minnesota Court of Appeals which upheld the dismissal in August 2000. Not listed in 1989 Catholic Directory | St. Paul-Minneapolis, MN | Source: Doe v. Arch. of St. Paul; Court of Appeals, MN; C9-99-2164 | |
Lilly | Stephen | B | Sued | Benedictine | Lilly was dormitory resident perfect at St. John Univ. where Plaintiff was student. Plainitiff said Lilly sexually and mentally abused him 1989-1990 when he sought counseling. Allegations surfaced in 1992 and Civil suit filed in 1994. Victim and Lilly received counseling. Lilly left St. John's community in 1993 and was dispensed from his religious vows. | St. Cloud, MN | Source: Doe v. Br. Lilly; Stearns Cty, MN; certified copy of complaint 11.10.94; Behindthepinecurtain.com 7.10.10; Star Tribune 3.30.11; St. Cloud Times 4.1.11; WCCO-TV 4.29.11 | |
| Lima | Jose Afonso | P | Accused | Diocesen | Lima, originally from Brazil but now a naturalized U.S. citizen, had been working at Francis Xavier Church in Hyannis and other churches in the Fall River Diocese for at least 10 yrs. He was placed on leave 8/08 after allegations that he sexually assaulted a minor in Bridgeport CT. He left immediately for Brazil after being notified of investigation by CPS. | Bridgeport, CT | Source: South Coast Today 8.18.08; Telegram & Gazette (AP) 8.19.08; Boston Globe 8.20.08; O Journal 8.22.08 | |
| Limoges | Robert Marcel | 1979 | P | Sued | Diocesan | In 1984 Limoges was accused by youth of making sexual advances while on camping trip. Boy told parents who called another priest and Limoges was confronted by Msgr. Larroque. He admitted and was immediately removed from assignment. Larroque told family any and all costs of counseling would be covered by Diocese. Parents told District Attorney but refused to press charges. Civil suit filed 1991. Trial court dismissed and Plaintiffs appealed. Appeal denied 2006. | Lafayette, LA | Source: The Times of Acadiana 1.30.86; Baton Rogue Morning Advocate 11.07.91; Decision in Mitchell v. Limoges, Louisiana Court of Appeals, Third Circuit, 05-832 |
| Linam | Jesse S. | 1961 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Linam "retired" in 1993 after Diocese learned of allegations of sexual miscounduct with a boy that occurred in 1973-1974. His priestly faculties were removed in June, 2002. Civil suit filed in 2002 alleges Linam abused one plaintiff and possibly many more between 1961 and 1993. Judge dismissed in August 2002 on grounds of statute of limitations. | Galveston-Houston, TX | Source: Houston Chronicle 7.12.02; Houston Chronicle 8.30.02; Houston Chronicle 6.19.03 |
Lind | Thomas | 1960 ? | P | Sued | Priests of the Sacred Heart. S.C.J. | Placed on leave after allegations in SD civil suit that he had abused children at a Native American School in the 1970s. No previous allegations. Order said charges "not credible" 2/11 and returned him to duty. Later statement by Order said that the allegation was actually "unsubstantiated." SD Supreme Ct ruled lawsuit can go forward 1/12. Lives and works in Jackson, MS diocese. | Sioux Falls, SD | Source: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 8.11.11; Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 8.11.11; Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 8.18.11; SNAP Statement 8.18.11; Indian Country Today Media Network 1.9.12; SNAP Wisconsin Statement 1.9.12; Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 1.11.12 |
Lind, Jr. | John A. (Alfred J.) | 1960 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused of abuse of two boys in their early teens between 1963-1965. 1st youth was at St. Catherine of Siena Church. Transferred in 1965 and then allegedly abused the 2nd youth. Removed from active ministry 1966. Died 1997. One man received $68K settlement in 2004 and diocese was negotiating with the 2nd man in 2005. Named on 11/06 list of abusive priests released by the Bishop. Named in new civil suit by 1 man 1/09. | Wilmington, DE | Source: News Journal 10.7.05; News Journal 11.21.05; News Journal 11.20.05 (Major Account); The Dialog 11.16.06; News Journal 11.17.06; Daily Times (AP) 1.6.09; News Journal 1.7.09; Daily Times 1.8.09; News Journal 11.7.09; BA.Org Parish Assignments of Accused Delaware Priests Assignments: News Journal 11.16.06 |
Lindner | Jerold W. | 1976 | P | Settled | Jesuit | Civil suit alleging abuse of 2 brothers in 1975 settled for $625K in 1998. Named in at least 1 more civil suit in 2003 with 2 accusers alleging abuse 1973-83. Article references 10 victims; the 3 youngest were 5 years old. Also abused nieces and nephews. Has lived at Sacred Heart Jesuit Center at Los Gatos since 2001. Beaten 5/10 at Los Gatos by one of his original accusers but survived. Accuser arrested 10/10 and will be tried. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: USA Today 11.11.02; Los Angeles Times 12.14.02; San Jose Mercury News 12.14.02; San Jose Mercury News 12.15.02; LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 5; Addendum to LA Archdiocesan Report 10.12.05; San Jose Mercury News 4.01.08; Contra Costa Times 4.01.08; Fox 59 (AP) 10.29.10; Mercury News 10.29.10; ABC 7 10.30.10; Mercury News 10.30.10; NY Daily News 10.31.10; Daily Mail 11.1.10; Courthouse News Service 11.1.10 Assignments: CBS News 11.1.10 (add'l article); Mercury News 11.4.10 (add'l article); Associated Press 11.12.10 (add'l article); LA Archdiocesan Report Addendum 11.15.05; LA Times Database 4.20.06; Los Angeles Times 12.14.02 |
| Linehan | David Anthony | 1956 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Retired 1995. Vatican permanently barred him from ministry in 2004. He served in seven parishes and had been the object of sexual abuse allegations from two men, neither of whom pursued legal claims against the archdiocese. He was named in civil suit filed Jan. 2005. | Seattle, WA | Source: Seattle Times 8.22.04; Seattle Post-Intelligencer 8.24.04; Seattle Post-Intelligencer 1.06.05; Spokesman-Review 7.12.05; Associated Press 7.12.05 |
| Linnemann | Eugene G. | 1980 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Linnemann had just taken a health leave for "stress and depression" when he was removed 5/93 from duties as pastor of St. Patrick Church in Ruma. He was permanently removed from active ministry 1/95. Accused of abuse per diocesan records. Charges involved a minor and took place more than ten years previously. On 1/24/09 the diocesan website gave his status as "Administrative Leave." | Belleville, IL | Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch 5.11.93; St. Louis Post-Dispatch 7.24.93; St. Louis Post-Dispatch 1.14.95; Belleville News-Democrat 7.14.02; Belleville News Democrat 3.7.03; Belleville News-Democrat 4.24.07 |
| Linssen | Paul | P | Accused | Jesuit | Native of Holland. Was pastor in Hamilton before becoming asst. pator in Tununak in 1956. Believed to have worked in Alaska at least from 1953-1960. Died in Sept. 1960 wheh his boat was caught in off-shore storm after leaving Bethel to make a supply trip to Nelson Island. One pending claim against Linssen shown in bankruptcy reorganization documents for Fairbanks Diocese 1/25/10. | Fairbanks, AK | Source: Fairbanks Daily News Miner 9.28.60; Sitka Daily Sentinel 10.7.60; Excerpt from Bankruptcy Reorganization Documents for Fairbanks Diocese 1.25.10, p. 2 | |
Lipinski | Vincent A. | 1987 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Archbp Sanchez confronted him re 2 allegations in early 1990 that Lipinski had abused a youth after getting him drunk. Lipinski denied; nothing done. Working at St. Anthony Parish in Questa, NM when criminal charges filed 10/92. He pled guilty in 1993 to two charges of molesting a 14 yr old boy after giving him alcohol. Sentenced to jail, suspended for 5 yrs. Civil suit filed by boy in 1993 and settled in 1996. 6/02 article reports he was laicized at some point. | Santa Fe, NM | Source: USA Today 10.6.92; Associated Press 1.2.93; Washington Times 8.14.93; Albuquerque Journal 9.21.96; Associated Press 4.17.02; Associated Press 6.15.02; Santa Fe New Mexican 1.20.12 |
| Lippold | John L. | 1957 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Lippold retired 2009. In 10/10, archdiocese learned of allegation that he had abused a minor female over a two-year period in late 1960s. He was assigned to Saints Phillip & James Catholic Church at the time. Archdiocese notified police who told themnot to pursue investigation or contact Lippold during police investigation. In 4/11, investigation stalled and archdiocese was allowed to talk with accuser and with Lippold who denied allegations. He was removed at that time. | Baltimore, MD | Source: Baltimore Sun 5.19.11; Statement by Archdiocese of Baltimore 5.19.11; Catholic Review 5.19.11; WJZ 5.19.11; Greenwich Times 5.20.11; Baltimore Sun 6.23.11 |
| Lirette | Albert | 1945 ? | P | Accused | Oblates | Accused in 12/03 of fondling and molesting a boy aged 13 or 14 in 1950. Alleged abuse occurred at home of priest's mother in Manchester. Same man also made allegations against Fr. J. Delphin Gagne. | Manchester, NH | Source: NH AG Audit Records 3.26.09 |
| Liston | Richard | < 1978 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused of raping a teenager in Norwalk in 1978. Diocese transferred him at least twice without telling anyone. Toledo police investigation in 1985 into priest's financial interest in two gay bars uncovered the allegation from his past. Diocese sent himto treatment center in VA but he walked away from the Center. Liston died 1/94. | Toledo, OH | Source: Toledo Blade 12.1.02 (Major Account); Toledo Blade 12.1.02; Toledo Blade 7.21.05 |
| Littleton | Gregory J. | 1990 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Per Metuchen Bishop, Littleton gave info to diocese in 1993 that implicated him in sexual abuse of 2 minors. Removed from duty and sent for evaluation and 3 yrs of therapy. Allowed to return to duty on limited basis and in 1997 he was returned to full time duty. Transferred to Charlotte NC diocese in 1997. Charlotte diocese told of his past. Accusations made to Metuchen 10/02 and passed to Charlotte. Not removed from duties by Charlotte until 2/04 when accusations found to be credible. | Metuchen, NJ | Source: Charlotte Observer 2.21.04; Star-Ledger 2.22.04; Charlotte Observer 2.24.04 |
Llanos | Theodore | 1974 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused of abuse years ago by numerous individuals (30+) in 1995. Sued by 6 in 1996. Committed suicide 1997. Cases dismissed due to SOL in 1996. Another civil suit filed 1997. 2 more in 2003. Llanos had as many as 21 victims. # 4 on Archdiocese's list of top 10 abusers. All included in massive LA archdiocese $660 mil settlement 7/07. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: Times Picayune 12.18.94; Reuters 11.29.95; City News Service 11.29.95; City News Service 2.05.96; New Times (LA) 5.02.02; Cleveland Plain Dealer 5.25.02; LA Times 8.18.02; Pasadena Star News 11.24.03; LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 2; Orange County Register 7.16.07; City of Angels 12.07.07 Assignments: LA Archdiocesan Report Addendum 11.15.05; LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
| Llorente | Segundo | P | Sued | Jesuit | Sued 12/04. Accused of abuse between 1956-1957 by one plaintiff. Another plaintiff added to suit 8/05. Died. Claims included in 11/07 settlement with the Jesuits. Two or more pending claims shown in bankruptcy reorganization documents for Fairbanks Diocese 1/25/10 | Fairbanks, AK | Source: Alaskan Shepherd June-July 2003: Our Lady of the Snows Parish, Hooper Bay, Alaska: 1928-2003; Fairbanks Daily News-Miner 12.29.04; Anchorage Daily News 12.30.04; Fairbanks Daily News-Miner 8.17.05; Anchorage Daily News 8.17.05; Anchorage Daily News 11.20.07; Good Jesuit, Bad Jesuit 11.12.09; Excerpt from Bankruptcy Reorganization Documents for Fairbanks Diocese 1.25.10, p. 1; Alakanuk - Saint Ignatius Catholic Church Web site 1.25.10; Emmonak - Sacred Heart Catholic Church Web Site1.25.10 | |
| Loeffler | Charles M. | 1941 | P | Sued | Jesuit | Sent to Iraq as missionary within 2-3 years of ordination. Spent 20 yrs there, returning to states in 1969. He was one of 12 new priests named in 1/03 lawsuits. A 71 yr old woman says he abused her and her sister in 1941. Loeffer died in 1992 at age 80. Woman who filed suit wanted people to know that abuse within the Archdiocese did not begin just in 1950s. Omitted from 2011 Boston AD database. | Boston, MA | Source: Boston Globe 7.5.92; Boston Herald 1.30.03; Boston Globe 1.30.03; NY Times 1.30.03; Boston Globe 11.20.11 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Logan | William R. | 1969 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Accused of abuse of 2 girls in 1970s-1980s. Placed on leave March 2006. One woman tape-recorded conversation with him just before his suspension. He denies all allegations. A parent came forward to say she had complained about his behavior to Diocese inearly 1980s. Diocese reinstated him in Sept. 2006 after review board could not substantiate complaints. Suit filed 9/06. Both women plaintiffs filed criminal complaints in Feb. 2007. | Rockville Centre, NY | Source: Newsday 4.09.06; NY Post 4.09.06; Newsday 4.11.06; Newsday 9.15.06; WCBS 9.16.06; Newsday 9.30.06; Newsday 10.01.06; Newsday 2.27.07 |
Logrip | Joseph | 1972 | P | Accused | Diocesan | One of 21 priests placed on administrative leave by Philadelphia archdiocese 3/7/11 pending investigation for credible allegations involving sexual abuse or inappropriate behavior with minors. Last assignment: in residence at St. Stanislaus in Lansdale.Mentioned in 2/11 civil suit as having knowledge of attack on one youth but not doing anything. | Philadelphia, PA | Source: Archdiocese of Philadelphia Press Release 3.8.11; Statement of Cardinal Rigali Regarding Administrative Leaves 3.8.11; Philadelphia Inquirer 3.8.11; NY Times 3.8.11; Philadelphia Inquirer 3.9.11; Times Herald 3.9.11; Philadelphia Inquirer 3.10.11; Philly Burbs 3.10.11; Philly Burbs 3.11.11; Philly.com 3.12.11 |
| Lombard | Samuel J. | 1946 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Retired in 1998 and died in 1998. Accused in 2001 pro se lawsuit of sodomizing a 9 yr old altar boy in sacristy in 1968. Suit dismissed on SOL. In 6/02 a woman came forward to say that Lombard had sexually assaulted her as an adult. Youth Minister Christopher Reardon (accused of multiple counts of abuse) was an altar boy under Lombard and Fr. Jon Martin, under fire for his sexual habits and his supervision of Reardon, says he was recruited into priesthood by Lombard. See 8/11 Boston AD database. | Boston, MA | Source: Boston Herald 1.29.02; Boston Herald 2.1.02; Boston Globe 3.3.02; Boston Globe 3.4.02; Boston Herald 6.17.02; Boston Herald 12.19.02; Boston Globe 12.19.02; Boston Globe 7.23.03; National Catholic Register 8.25.11; Daily News 8.26.11; Salem News 8.26.11 Assignments: Boston Archdiocesan Assignment Record |
Lombardi | Thomas C. | 1975 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Placed on leave 12/11 from assignment at St. Joseph Hessen Cassel Parish in Fort Wayne after recent allegation that he had had "contact with a minor" (no touching)(approximately 16 yrs old) in approximately 1997. Lombardi was assigned to St. Louis Besancon from 1986 to July 1997. Police are unable to investigate because no victim has come forward. Accuser wants to remain anonymous. | Fort Wayne-South Bend, IN | Source: Statement by Bishop Rhoades to Parishioners 12.2.11; Indiana News Center 12.6.11; WANE 12.6.11; Journal Gazette 12.7.11; News Sentinel 12.7.11; WANA 12.7.11; Indiana's News Center 12.7.11; WANE 12.7.11; Indiana's News Center 12.7.11; Indiana's News Center 12.7.11; KPC News 12.8.11; ABC 57 12.8.11; Journal Gazette 12.8.11; Journal Gazette 12.8.11 |
| Loofborough | Charles | B | Sued | Redemptorist | Accused of abuse between 1978-1981. Named in 2003 suit by one accuser. Status unknown. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 6 Assignments: LA Times Database 4.20.06 | |
Loomis | Richard A. | 1976 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Prior to ordination, Loomis was known as Brother Beckett. Sued 2003. Accused of abuse of 1 from 1968-1971. Another incident in 1974 became known in 2004. Placed on leave 2/04 but still shown as pastor of Saints Felicitas and Perpetua Church in San Marino, CA thru 6/30/09. Loomis served as canonical investigator for allegations of abuse beginning 2001. In 2009 deposition, Loomis revealed how Cardinal Mahoney failed to properly deal with abuser Michael Baker. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: Los Angeles Times 2.07.04; LA Archdiocese Report 2.17.04 page 2; City of Angels 3.20.07; City of Angels 9.25.08; Bulletin of Saints Felicitas & Perpetua Church 6.7.09, p. 4; WilliamLobdell.com 9.18.09; LA Times 9.19.09; Associated Press 9.19.09 Assignments: LA Archdiocesan Report Addendum 11.15.05; LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
| Lopez | Jorge Ortiz | B | Sued | Franciscan | Man filed suit in 1994 alleging that he was altar boy at Sacred Heart in Prescott in 1975 and that Lopez molested him in the rectory. Police report at the time indicated that the victim was intoxicated when he entered Lopez's room but Lopez admitted full responsibility and punishment for the abuse. He promised to pay for victim's counseling but did not. Suit settled 1996. Also served in Oakland diocese. | Phoenix, AZ | Source: Arizona Republic 2.5.94; Arizona Republic 2.28.04; Contra Costa Times 4.01.08 | |
| Lopez | Joseph | < 1963 | P | Accused | Claretian | Accused of abuse of 1 girl from 1962-1966. Archdiocese informed of this in 1992 by the Order. Lopez left priesthood in 1970. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 5 Assignments: LA Archdiocesan Report Addendum 11.15.05; LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
| Lopez | Rosario | P | Sued | Diocesan | Lopez, a native of the Philippines, worked in the Las Cruces diocese (then part of the El Paso Diocese) in the mid-1970s. Civll suit filed in NM 4/10 alleges that he fondled and groped an altar boy before returning to the Philippines. When he left the diocese, another priest from the Philippines, Manuel Perez Maramba, replaced him and allegedly abused the same youth. Case settled 5/11. | Las Cruces, NM | Source: El Paso Times 4.18.10; El Paso Times 5.10.10; Alamogordo Daily News 5.21.11 | |
Lopez Lopez | Fernando | 2000 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Arrested 2004 re abuse of 1. Other victims found. Sent from Rome Italy to St. Thomas the Apostle church in LA in 2001. Citizen of Colombia. 2005 conviction/prison sentence overturned 4/06 by appeals court. In 1/08 the CA. Supreme Ct. overturned the appeals court decision and returned case to the court which upheld conviction 4/08. CA Supreme Ct. refused to hear appeal. 20 yr old man filed suit 5/09. Deported per CA Sex Offender Registry. News reports 6/11 say he was convicted in Rome in 2000. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: Desert Sun (CA) / AP 9.29.04; ABC News 4.14.06; NY Times (AP) 1.28.08; KNBC 4.04.08; Press Telegram 7.10.08; LA Times 5.7.09; SNAP Fact Sheet 6.9.10; PR Newswire 6.28.11; LA Times 6.29.11; Sacramento Bee 6.29.11; KTLA 6.29.11; KPCC 7.1.11; FishBowlLA 7.1.11 Assignments: LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
| Lord | John "Jack" W. | 1983 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Diocese of Orange named Lord as one of six priests accused in 2003 of sexual abuse of minors. Lord died from complications of AIDS in Feb. 1989 at age 46. Also known as Father "Jack". He had been at St. Columban Church for 6 yrs before his death. Shown as absent on sick leave per 1988 Catholic Directory. Civil suit was filed in Dec. 2003 by one Plaintiff. No date given for alleged abuse or info on parish where it occurred. $3,739,842 settlement in 2005. | Orange, CA | Source: LA Times 2.18.89; OC Register 12.24.03; OC Register 5.17.05; Orange County Weekly 12.8.08 Assignments: OC Weekly 3.04.05 |
| Lorento | Anthony | 1972 | P | Accused | Pallotine | In 1994 an individual alleged to archdiocese that Lorento had abused him. Archdiocese told Pallotine Order. No info on Lorento's status but he was not in 2002 Catholic Directory. In 1993 Catholic Directory, he was shown working in New York. ame appeared on Sept. 2002 list from Arch. of Baltimore of priests and religious priests and brothers who had been accused of child abuse and molestation. | Baltimore, MD | Source: Archdiocese of Baltimore 9.25.02 |
| Lorenz | William A. | 1963 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Resigned from parish 6/02 after admitting he seduced girl when she was a high school student and that they continued a relationship for 10 years. Woman complained to diocese in 1993 and Diocese paid her over $17K for counseling. Lorenz sent to St. Luke's and then was returned to parish work in1995. Woman filed suit 9/02. He was permanently removed from ministry per 6/03 article. | Syracuse, NY | Source: Post-Standard (NY) 6.26.02; Post-Standard 9.5.02; Post-Standard 6.18.03; Post-Standard 8.22.03; Post-Standard 1.8.04 |
| Lorenzoni | Larry | 1951 | P | Sued | Salesian | Accused of abuse of 1 person in 1957-1958 per Archdiocesan report. Named in 1 civil suit. Worked at Vatican from 1986-1990 and later at the Salesian Provincial Office. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 5; SF Weekly 1.05.06; InjuryBoard.com 1.28.08; City of Angels 3.19.08; San Jose Mercury News 4.01.08 Assignments: LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
| Loskarn | George B. | 1965 | P | Accused | Diocesan | In 2002 a person alleged sexual abuse by Loskarn in late 1960s when the man was a teenager. Loskarn admitted and he was placed on leave. Abuse occurred during Loskarn's first assignment after ordination and apparently took place during an out-of-state trip. Name appears on Sept. 2002 list from Baltimore Archdiocese of abusive priests. | Baltimore, MD | Source: Archdiocese of Baltimore Press Release 6.09.02; Baltimore Sun 6.10.02; Washington Post 6.10.02; Archdiocese of Baltimore 9.25.02; Baltimore Sun 12.04.02 Assignments: Archdiocese of Baltimore 9.25.02 |
| Lott | Richard E. | B | Sued | Benedictine | In a civil suit filed 2005, one man alleged abuse by Lott at Delbarton School in 1977. He also said that Lott gave him alcohol and marijuana. The Order said it learned of accusations against Lott in 2004 and reported the abuse to police. | Paterson, NJ | Source: Daily Record 9.3.05 | |
| Lott | Roger | 1954 | B | Accused | Benedictine | Accused in 1996 of sexual molestation of 1 man who was altar boy in Nashville in late 1950s. Order removed him from duty in 1996 and placed him in a restricted setting. Order also facilitated a meeting between the accuser and the priest who said he wasan alcoholic and could not remember any abuse. Still a member of the order when he died 5.22.11. | Nashville, TN | Source: Nashville Scene 6.27.02; Nashville Tennessean 8.20.02; Birmingham News 7.6.03; Nashville Tennessean 2.17.04; Nashville Weekly 1.12.06; Bulletin of Holy Spirit Catholic Bulletin 5.29.11; National Surviver Advocates Coalition 5.29.11 |
Louis | Martin J. | 1966 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | In 1990 20 yr old woman accused Louis of molesting and raping her several times when she was 10. Diocese made Louis resign & sent him to counseling. Girl filed civil suit in 1991; settled in 1992. Louis indicted on rape charges in 1992; in 1993 he was sentenced to 5-25 yrs prison. Still in prison 8/11. Other victims came forward when charges filed. He admitted in therapy to abusing as many as 90 (diocese said really 14-16). In 2001, a civil suit was filed alleging Louis also abused a young man. | Cleveland, OH | Source: Plain Dealer 11.28.92; Plain Dealer 12.6.92; Plain Dealer 3.6.93; Plain Dealer 5.23.96; Plain Dealer 5.17.01; Plain Dealer 3.10.02; Plain Dealer 3.12.02; Plain Dealer 3.29.02; Cincinnati Enquirer 3.30.02; Plain Dealer 4.9.02; Akron Beacon Journal 4.9.02; CBS 60 Minutes 6.12.02; Plain Dealer 6.16.02 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Lovell | Lawrence Joseph (LJ) | 1951 | P | Convicted | Claretians | Convicted in 1986 (Los Angeles--3 yrs probation) for abuse of 14 yr old boy and in 2004 for abuse of several boys in 1970s-1980s (Phoenix--14 yrs prison). Still in prison 8/11. Placed on leave 1985 and laicized 1992. Married woman with 3 boys in 1995.She knew he had been a priest but never knew of past allegations until his arrest in 2003. He was a counselor and worked for U of NM health center. Civil suits filed 1996 and 12/03. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: Associated Press 3.26.03; LA Times 3.26.03; Pasadena Star-News 11.24.03; LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 5; Associated Press 8.31.04; Albuquerque Tribune 12.29.06 Assignments: LA Archdiocesan Report Addendum 11.15.05; LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
Lower | Richard T. | 1971 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused of inappropriate sexual conduct with a young man in 1989. He denied that accusation, underwent a psychological evaluation, and was cleared to return to work. Another man came forward 12/02 to allege abuse in 1973 at St. Rose of Lima Parish when he was a minor. When advised of new allegations and decision to place him on leave, Lower disappeared and was found dead along a hiking trail two days later. Believed to have committed suicide. | Manchester, NH | Source: Associated Press 12.31.02; Concord Monitor 12.31.02; Boston Globe 12.31.02; Union Leader (AP) 1.4.03; Union Leader 1.10.03; Manchester Report by NH Atty General 3.3.03; Documents from NH Atty General Report 3.3.03; Union Leader 3.4.03; NH AG Audit Records 3.26.09 |
Loyd | Frederick A. | 1970 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Someone reported 1985 incident of sexual abuse of a 15 yr old boy for 2 yrs at St. Francis de Sales Church in Newark to Diocese 11/08. Bishop ordered Loyd to refrain from all public ministry pending investigaion. In 12/08 Review Board found allegationsto be credible & Bishop has begun process to remove Loyd permanently. His last assignment was in 2004 and he retired from active ministry in 2006. Diocese stated this was first allegation against Loyd. | Columbus, OH | Source: Statement by Diocese of Columbus 1.18.09; Columbus Dispatch 1.20.09; NBC4i 1.20.09; Newark Advocate 1.20.09; WBNS 1.20.09; Columbus Dispatch 1.21.09; Newark Advocate 1.21.09 |
Loyola | Mother | N | Sued | Ursuline | Mother Loyola, who worked at St. Ignatius Mission Boarding School, was accused of abusing at least 24 of the over 500 claimants included in massive $166M settlement with Jesuits in 2011. Abuse occurred in 1950s and early 1960s. She was supervisor of theboys' dorm and would take individual boys back to her room at night for sex. It is believed her last name was Menager. She is deceased. Named in large lawsuit filed 10/11 by multiple plaintiffs. | Helena, MT | Source: PCVA Law Firm Press Release 3.25.11; The Missoulian 6.5.11; The Missoulian 6.6.11; The Missoulian 9.27.11; John Does 1-16 et al v. Ursuline Sisters, Diocese of Helena, et al, Cause No. ADV-2011-936, Montana First Judicial District Court, Lewis & Clark County, 10.3.11 | |
Lozano | Carlos | 1993 | P | Convicted | Oblate | Served as Oblate brother for several years prior to ordination. Convicted 1994 for abuse of 4 boys. 30 days in jail & 10 yrs probation (deferred adjudication). Civil suit filed 1994. Left priesthood in 1994. One victim committed suicide in 1997. Shortly before probation over in 2004, he was arrested for computer pornography and judge soon sentenced him to 20 yrs in prison for each of 4 prior convictions (to be served concurrently). | San Antonio, TX | Source: San Antonio Express News 2.3.94; San Antonio Express News 2.4.94; Orlando Sentinel 2.4.94; San Antonio Express-News 2.6.94; San Antonio Express-News 1.24.95; San Antonio Express News 6.30.95; San Antonio Express News 7.12.95; San Antonio Express News 7.26.97; San Antonio Express News 3.25.04; San Antonio Express News 4.7.04; San Antonio Express News 7.14.04; KSAT.com 7.14.04; San Antonio Express News 4.20.05; SNAP Statement 12.30.08; The Ranger 9.24.09 |
| Lucas | C. Neil | 1967 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Placed on leave 12/02 after allegations he sexually abused more than one boy in mid-1970s. Review board recommended his removal. Lucas did not deny the accusations. 3/04 report from Diocese says that Lucas was one of 10 priests permanently removed frompublic ministry because of credible or substantiated allegations. Died 11/07. | Toledo, OH | Source: Toledo Blade 12.10.02; Toledo Blade 3.30.04; Toledo City Paper 8.9.04; Diocese of Toledo Status Report 2.17.05; Toledo Blade 11.07.07; Diocese of Toledo Status Report 4.8.08; Diocese of Toledo Status Report 12.31.10 |
| Lucio | Justin Joseph | 1972 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Accused of abuse of 2 immigrant youths in late 1980s. Also accused of financial misdealings. Stayed on active duty despite knowledge by diocese. "On special assignment" per 1993 Directory. Worked at Casita Maria helping immigrants. Bishop said "retire"in 2003 but Lucio kept working. Died 11/06. | Dallas, TX | Source: Dallas Morning News 1.12.03; Dallas Morning News 1.13.03; Dallas Morning News 1.24.03; Houston Chronicle 7.02.03; Dallas Morning News 10.23.03; Dallas Morning News 11.22.03; Dallas Morning News 7.14.06; WFFA 11.02.06 |
| Luck | David M. (H.?) | 1987 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Removed from ministry in approx. 1988 after allegations that he abused a minor. He was a deacon at St. Paul the Apostle Roman Catholic Church in Annville when the abuse occurred. Laicization announced 6/06. | Harrisburg, PA | Source: Patriot News 6.30.06 |
Luckay | Thomas J. | 1965 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Name appears on 4/02 list of Cleveland Diocese priests no longer in active ministry because of allegations in the past of abuse of minors. He is in the 1988 and 1990 Catholic Directories but not in 1993, 1995 or 2002 editions. He is shown in one source as having been active at St. Ignatius Catholic church in 1972. No other information is found. | Cleveland, OH | Source: Plain Dealer 4.9.02; Akron Beacon Journal 4.9.02 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
| Lucy Marie | Sister | N | Sued | Sisters of the Divine Savior | Sister Lucy Marie, Mother Superior of the orphanage, was one of several religious accused in 2010 civil suit against Diocese, Oblates & Sisters of the Divine Savior which alleged abuse of students at Tekakwitha Indian Mission in Sisseton SD. She is accused of abuse in 1950s-1960s by two women who allege she forced them to simulate sex acts with a life-size doll. | Sioux Falls, SD | Source: MWD et al v. Catholic Diocese of Sioux Falls et al, Minnehaha County Circuit Court 7.30.10; Argus Leader 8.6.10; Sioux City Journal 8.6.10 | |
| Luczak | Ralph | 1958 | P | Accused | Holy Cross | Woman said in 2003 that Luczak molested her on several occasions during summer of 1969 when family was at grandmother's lake house near a Holy Cross retreat house. She was 10. Told mom who told doctor and police. Nothing done. Mom then told a priest and Luczak was immediately sent to Calif. Plaintiff thought he was going to monastery. Instead he was placed at High School. Died at age 38 in 1970. Order says nothing in his personnel file re abuse. | Fort Wayne-South Bend, IN | Source: South Bend Tribune 2.2.03 |
| Luddy | Francis E. | n.d. | P | Settled | Diocesan | Two brothers filed separate civil suits in 1980s alleging Luddy, their godfather, abused them as early as 1978. 1 suit dropped. Other brother was awarded $1.5M ($519K in compensatory and $1M in punitive) in 1994 civil trial. Multiple appeals but final ruling for Plaintiff 3/06. Final funding not made until 2008. Luddy admitted abusing 5 youths. Plaintiff's atty said there were 10. At least 2 other suits filed. In 5/04 Diocese paid $3.71M to settle claims against several priests, including Luddy. | Altoona-Johnstown, PA | Source: United Press International 10.27.88; United Press International 10.25.90; Legal Intelligencer 2.27.92; United Press International 2.4.93; Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2.1.94; Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2.3.94; Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2.4.94; Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2.5.94; Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2.15.94; Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2.17.94; Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 4.22.94; Pittsburgh Post Gazette 10.17.01; Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2.7.03; Beaver County Times 3.24.06; Tribune-Democrat 3.24.06 Assignments: Altoona Mirror 4.16.06 (add'l article); Altoona Mirror 10.06.06 (add'l article); Altoona Mirror 4.03.08 (add'l article); Tribune-Democrat 4.16.08 (add'l article); Altoona Mirror 4.18.08 (add'l article); BA.org Assignment Record |
| Ludwig | Augustine | B | Accused | Marianist | Marianist Monk. Worked in schools from Hawaii to Virginia. Accused of abuse of at least 5 teenage boys when he was principal at DeSales Catholic School in Spokane in 1970s. 4 cases settled and files sealed. Ordained as Benedictine priest in 1984 or 1985. Worked in Richmond Virginia diocese until 1998 when one of the accusers learned where he was and notified the diocese. 1 claim settled for $30K 4/04. 5/07 article reports he is deceased. | Spokane, WA | Source: Spokesman Review 3.4.01; Dallas Morning News' Bishop Database 6.12.02; Spokesman Review 4.20.04; Walla Walla Union-Bulletin 8.27.05; Spokesman Review 5.4.07; Spokesman Review 5.5.07; Statement from Diocese of Spokane 11.21.07; Diocese of Spokane List of Admitted, Proven or Credibly Accused Perpetrators of Sexual Abuse 11.3.09 | |
| Lugowski | John | 1976 | P | Convicted | Franciscan | Pleaded guilty in 1987 to felony counts of sexual abuse of 10 yr old boy and was sentenced to one year in county jail. He served 8 months. He admitted to sexual contact with total of five boys between 1981-1987 and left priesthood in 1989. He claimed he met all of his victims through the YMCA and not his parish. Also worked in NJ. | Syracuse, NY | Source: Post-Standard 4.11.02; Post-Standard 4.14.02; Press & Sun-Bulletin 5.5.07 |
Luiz | Gary M. | 1977 | P | Sued | Society of Precious Blood | Formerly of the Newark diocese, Luiz was named in (2003?) civil suit which alleged he abused one youth at St. Edward Catholic Church from 1980-1986. Parents said they complained to St. Edward's pastor in 1984 but Diocese said it did not learn of the abuse until about 1990. The Diocese said it immediately placed Luiz on leave. He later earned degree in Canon law and worked in missionary office. | Oakland, CA | Source: The Argus 4.24.05; Contra Costa Times 4.1.08 |
| Luka | Ronald John | 1963 | P | Accused | Claretian | In two 2002 civil suits Luka is accused of abusing 3 male students at Catholic school in Ft. Lauderdale. Luka left the school in 1978 after one mother went to the head priest of the parish. Additional allegations of abuse reaching back more than 20 years to service in New York surfaced in 1999. Resides at Wounded Brothers Project in Missouri. Judge ruled 2/03 that the latest suit against Luka could go forward. At least 1 claim settled 9/04 for $150K. | St. Petersburg, FL | Source: Miami Herald 5.14.02; Sun Sentinel 5.15.02; Chicago Sun Times 5.16.02; Sun Sentinel 5.17.02; Miami Herald 5.17.02; Miami Herald 5.24.02; Tampa Tribune 5.24.02; St. Petersburg Times 5.24.02; Sun Sentinel 5.29.02; Miami Herald 5.29.02; Sun-Sentinel 2.04.03; Miami Herald 12.15.03; Sun Sentinel 9.23.04 |
| Lukasik | John | P | Sued | Diocesan | One man filed a civil suit in Jan. 2005 which alleged Lukasik gave him alcohol and fondled him at St. Mary Czestochowa Church in McKeesport when he was 11. Abuse occurred in early-mid 1960s. | Pittsburgh, PA | Source: Tribune-Review 1.26.05; Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 1.27.05 | |
| Luke | Mary | N | Sued | Franciscan Missionary Sisters of Our Lady of Sorrows | Luke and an unnamed priest are accused of molesting a 10 yr old boy in 1958 at St. Mary's Home for Boys, an orphanage and care facility which was owned by the Archdiocese at the time. Luke denies the allegations, saying that at the time of the alleged abuse she did not work in the building where abuse was said to have occurred. Plaintiff has filed or will file suit in federal court. Luke is retired but not on restrictions because her Order does not beleive the accusations. | Portland, OR | Source: Table: The Oregonian 11.12.06 | |
| Lukes (Lucas) | Duane W. | 1957 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Lukes (incorrectly referred to as Lucas) was named in 4/07 civil suit as having abused one man for several years beginning in 1978 when the man was 12 yrs old. Plaintiff told a priest about abuse in 1990 but nothing done. He told another priest in Oregon in 2003 and the Portland Archdiocese reported the abuse to Omaha. Diocese arranged for counseling but failed to tell him of his rights until after the SOL had run. Lukes died in 1998. Second suit filed 1/08. | Omaha, NE | Source: Omaha World-Herald 8.9.98; Beatrice Daily Sun (AP) 4.25.07; KGW 4.26.07; Omaha World-Herald 4.26.07; Register-Guard 4.27.07; NTV-ABC 1.4.08; Beatrice Daily Sun 1.4.08; Beatrice Daily Sun 6.9.08; KPTM (AP) 6.9.08 |
| Lum | William D. | 1969 | P | Convicted | Diocesan | Placed on leave 1996. Pleaded guilty 8/97 to misdemeanor sexual abuse of 16 yr old boy in 1992 and given conditional discharge instead of prison or probation. Lum allowed to perform administrative duties for Diocese until 4/02 when he was again placed on leave without privileges. Civil suit filed. Dismissed by Appeals court 2/02 as to Diocese & church but not Lum. On behalf of Lum, Diocese settled 5/02 for counseling fees. | Rochester, NY | Source: Rochester Democrat and Chronicle 1.15.02; Democrat and Chronicle 2.2.02; Democrat and Chronicle 4.22.02; Associated Press 5.2.02; Democrat and Chronicle 5.3.02; Democrat and Chronicle 5.9.02; Post Standard (NY) 5.12.02; Post Standard 5.22.02; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02 |
| Lundowski | Joseph C. | D | Sued | Trappist | Sued 2004. Accused of abuse of as many as 59 youths in villages in Alaska, including Hooper Bay, Stebbins and St. Michael, in 1960s and 1970s. Jesuits claim he was a volunteer and not a deacon, brother or priest. Claims relating to him were included in 11/07 settlement with Jesuits. Died 1996 in Chicago. Multiple claims in 2008 after Diocese filed Bankruptcy. In 1/09 plaintiffs filed 43 civil suits against Jesuits. Many named Lundowski as abuser. | Fairbanks, AK | Source: Oregonlive.com (AP) 11.11.04; Anchorage Daily News 11.12.04; Associated Press 11.25.04; KTUU 1.31.05; KTUU 2.1.05; Fairbanks News-Miner 5.12.05; LA Times 11.19.05; Fairbanks News-Miner 2.23.06; LA Times 11.19.07; TUU 11.19.07; Anchorage Daily News 11.21.07; Catholic Online 12.10.07; Newsweek 1.14.08; Daily News Miner 2.2.08; Anchorage Press 3.20.08 Assignments: Catholic Review 12.22.08 (add'l article); James Doe 59 et al v. Society of Jesus, Oregon Province et al, Alaska Superior Court, 4th Judicial District at Bethel, 1.09; Seattle Times 1.14.09 (add'l article); Anchorage Daily News 1.14.09 (add'l article); Excerpt from Bankruptcy Reorganization Documents for Fairbanks Diocese 1.25.10, p. 1 (add'l article); Anchorage Daily News 1.25.10 | |
Lupo | William L. | 1965 | P | Accused | Diocesan | In early 1990s, allegations were made that he had inappropriate relationship with three teenage girls between 1979-1986. He denied charges. He underwent treatment and evaluation by Fitness Review Board and was allowed to stay in ministry. He agreed to live in monitored setting and never to be in presence of minors without another adult present. Resigned from priesthood 12/02. Did not appeal the suspension because of health reasons. . | Chicago, IL | Source: Chicago Tribune 6.24.02; Chicago Daily Herald 6.24.02; Chicago Sun-Times 6.24.02; Chicago Daily Herald 7.5.02; Chicago Daily Herald 8.8.02; USA Today 11.11.02; Chicago Sun-Times 1.17.03; Chicago Sun-Times 6.15.03; Chicago Archdiocesan Report 3.20.06 page 2; Chicago Sun-Times 3.21.06; City of Angels 6.28.08 Assignments: BA.org Assignment Record |
Luque | Peter H. | 1962 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Placed on leave 04/02 on old allegations of sexual abuse. Criminally charged in 04/03 with sexually assaulting two teenage boys in 1960s. Luque's name included on list of 20 priests turned over to police in April, 2002. Other accuser later came forward. Criminal charges dismissed 7/03 after US Supreme Ct. ruling. Civil suit filed 12/03. Name included in list released by San Diego diocese 3/07. | San Bernardino, CA | Source: Press Enterprise 4.29.02; San Bernardino Sun 4.29.02; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; Press Enterprise 6.13.02; San Bernardino Sun 3.01.03; Press Enterprise 3.02.03; San Bernardino Sun 4.22.03; San Bernardino Sun 5.22.03; LA Times 5.23.03; San Bernardino Sun 7.02.03; San Bernardino Sun 7.10.03; Press Enterprise 12.13.03; Press Enterprise 4.23.04; Lompoc Record 3.30.07; Union Tribune 3.31.07 Assignments: Diocese of San Diego List 3.30.07 |
Lutz | Robert J. | 1950 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Originally sued in 1989 by parents of 1 7-yr-old boy who alleged abuse in 1987-1988. Second suit filed 4/3/92 by parents of another youth. 1994 civil trial of the 1989 suit found he did not abuse the boy. He was allowed to remain in parish during the trial. Other allegations. Died 1/06 at age 81. Not listed on Archdiocesan 3/06 list of priests with substantiated allegations. | Chicago, IL | Source: Chicago Tribune 7.22.89; Chicago Tribune 4.3.92; Chicago Sun-Times 4.6.92; Chicago Sun-Times 7.2.92; Chicago Tribune 9.13.92; Chicago Tribune 9.14.92; Chicago Tribune 9.23.92; Chicago Daily Law Bulletin 10.11.93; Chicago Lawyer 1.94; Chicago Sun-Times 1.23.94; Chicago Tribune 6.10.94; Chicago Sun-Times 6.25.94; Chicago Tribune 6.30.94; Chicago Tribune 7.4.94; Chicago Sun-Times 11.5.94 Assignments: Daily Southtown 1.17.06 (add'l article); Chicago Sun-Times 5.8.96 (add'l article); Doe v. Lutz, Decision by Illinois Appellate Court 5.10.96 (add'l article); Detailed BA.org Assignment Record |
| Lynch | Bernard | < 1980 | P | Accused | Society of African Missions | Lynch & Br. Timothy Brady were accused in 1987 of abusing at least 3 14 yr old boys at Mount St. Michael Academy in the Bronx. Lynch, a native of Ireland and former campus chaplain, apparently returned to Ireland when the investigation began. He was indicted in 1988. At criminal trial in 1989 he claimed he was subject of witch hunt because of his AIDS ministry. Found not guilty at trial because plaintiff's story kept changing. Returned to London. Still there as of 2007. | New York, NY | Source: United Press International 5.13.88; NY Times 5.14.88; Newsday 5.20.88; Newsday 4.19.89; Newsday 4.20.89; Newsday 2.16.93; Newsday 3.06.93 |
| Lynch | Damion Jacques | 1991 | P | Settled | Diocesan | 1999 civil suit alleged Lynch abused two brothers from 1991-1995. Lynch apparently reported an "indiscretion" to Bishop Curlin in 1995 and attempted to resolve the matter with the family. Reassigned to parish in Charlotte in 1997 but asked for leave 2/98. Diocese paid $77,489 in 1996 and undisclosed amount as result of 1999 suit. Reported in 2002 to have left priesthood but still on leave per 2002 OCD. | Charlotte, NC | Source: Charlotte Observer 3.26.98; Winston-Salem Journal 4.14.02; News & Observer 4.15.02; Asheville Citizen-Times 4.23.02; Dallas Morning News 6.12.02; Charlotte Observer 6.14.02 |
Lynch | Patrick J. | 1959 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Diocese knew in 1966 that Lynch sexually abused a student at St. Pius X Church in Dallas. Diocese settled with one victim in 1995; third victim came forward in 1995. Lynch retired in 1995 (because of allegations) & moved to England. Other allegations in 1997 and privileges removed by Dallas. Several settlements. | Dallas, TX | Source: Dallas Morning News 7.06.97; Dallas Morning News 7.10.97; Dallas Morning News 7.12.97; Dallas Morning News 5.18.03; Dallas Morning News 5.18.03 (2nd article); Catholic World Report 7.02.03; Dallas Morning News 5.19.05 |
| Lynn | Clive | 1969 | P | Settled | Diocesan | Multiple complaints by individuals and social services re abuse by Lynn. ArchBp Sanchez just rransferred him. 4 separate civil suits filed in 1994 alleging abuse of altar boys in early 1980s. Suits said Lynn was no longer a priest and no longer in theUnited States. Privileges revoked 1986. In 1989 Archdiocese of Santa Fe paid $554,000 settlement to one youth abused in late 1970s. Left for Great Britain after 1989. | Santa Fe, NM | Source: Albuquerque Journal 3.20.98; Albuquerque Tribune 3.20.98; Newsday 6.18.02; Santa Fe New Mexican 1.20.12 |
Lyons | Denis | 1958 | P | Sued | Diocesan | Removed 2002 after allegations of abuse in 1979. Arrested 2003; charged with abuse of teens. Charges dropped 2003 after Supreme Court ruling. Sued at least 1 time. Named on both LA archdiocesan and Orange Diocese list of abusive priests. May have abused as many as 5 boys. Named in 3/08 suit re abuse in 1994/1995. This suit settled 2/09. Prior to this settlement, Orange Diocese had already paid $4M plus in settlements. Arrested on new charges 7/09. Pleaded not guilty 6/22/10. Trial set for 11/11. | Los Angeles, CA | Source: Orange County Register 4.30.02; LA Times 4.30.02; OC Register 4.26.03; OC Register 7.19.03; OC Register 1.13.04; OC Register 5.17.05; Long Beach Press Telegram 4.26.03; LA Archdiocesan Report 2.17.04 page 3; LA Times 1.11.04; OC Weekly 3.04.05; Orange County Register 2.10.09; LA Times 2.11.09; Daily Pilot 2.11.09; Orange County Register 2.27.09; Orange County Register 7.21.09 Assignments: Orange County Register 7.22.09 (add'l article); Dana Point Times 7.21.09 (add'l article); Orange County Register 8.11.09 (add'l article); Orange County Register 6.10.10 (add'l article); Mercury News (AP) 6.21.10 (add'l article); LA Times Database 4.20.06 |
| Lyons | Frederick J. | 1952 | P | Accused | Diocesan | Retired 1989. Placed on leave without privileges 1/06 after 2 allegations of sexual misconduct with minors were determined to be credible by the diocesan review board. Abuse took place "several decades ago." No information as to age or sex of victims at time of abuse. Lyons retired in 1989. Matter was sent to the Vatican for review. Still listed in Diocesan directory 3/09. | Alexandria, LA | Source: Shreveport Times 1.20.06; KLFY 1.20.06; Daily Town Talk 1.20.06; Daily Town Talk 1.21.06 |
Lyons | John P. | 1955 | P | Acquitted | Diocesan | Placed on leave 6/02 after two men filed suits alleging he abused them as altar boys during 1970s and early 1980s. One man's mother said she complained at the time to a priest who told Bishop D'Arcy. Arrested 9/02 and charged with abuse of boy, age 8-10, between 1987-1989. Acquitted by jury in 2005. No information on resolution of civil suits. Still on administrative leave as of 8/11 and canonical proceedings are still in process per Boston AD database. | Boston, MA | Source: Boston Globe 5.29.02; Boston Globe 5.30.02; Boston Globe 6.01.02; Boston Globe 9.13.02; Patriot Ledger 9.13.02; Patriot Ledger 10.09.02; USA Today 11.11.02; Boston Globe 12.17.02; Boston Herald 12.17.02; Telegram & Gazette (AP) 3.23.05; Boston Globe (AP) 3.24.05; Boston Herald 3.24.05; National Catholic Register 8.25.11 Assignments: Boston Archdiocesan Assignment Record |
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