Fr. Michael Ellifritz

Ordained: 1967
Status: Accused

Died: 11/27/2021
Diocese: Diocese of Columbus OH

Retired in 2002 for “health reasons.” Ellifritz had acknowledged improper contact with a boy between late 1970s-early 1980s. Diocese had known of allegations for some time and Ellifritz had been under supervision for years. Laicization announced 2/18/2005. Died in Kissimmee, FL in 11/2021, where, per his obituary, he had lived since 2004.


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