Fr. David A. Ernst
Multiple accusers over the years. Sex education teacher for boys at Our Lady Help of Christians parochial school in East Orange, where he was assigned 1954-1969. Died 3/26/1988. At least one claim against Ernst was included in a 10/2004 $1M settlement between the Archdiocese and individuals who claimed abuse by 9 priests. Ernst also worked in parishes in Ridgefield Park, Rutherford, Union City, and Wyckoff. Included on the Archdiocese’s list 2/13/2019. Named in two new suits filed in 1/2020.
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