Fr. Thomas P. Forry
In 1984, therapists suggested that Forry be sent for long-term hospitalization and treatment; he refused to go. Archdiocese knew of allegations of sexual abuse and beatings of a preteen boy by Forry and affairs with women, yet he was allowed to serve as an army chaplain 1988-1992. (See history in personnel file.) Abuse matter settled for $30K in 12/93. Placed on leave in 2002. Laicized in 2006. Living in South Boston in 10/08. Per Boston archdiocese’s list in 8/11, case concluded canonically.
- Fr LaFrance letter to Cardinal Medeiros 12.09.75
- Boston Herald 02.08.02
- Boston Globe 02.08.02
- Patriot Ledger 02.08.02
- Boston Globe 12.04.02
- Patriot Ledger 12.17.02
- Newsday 02.10.03
- Boston Globe 03.05.03
- Ford et al v Law et al Memorandum 07.21.03
- Associated Press 10.08.03
- BostonChannel 10.10.03
- Boston Globe 03.18.06
- Patriot Ledger 03.18.06
- Patriot Ledger 10.20.08
- Boston Archdiocese List 08.25.11
- National Catholic Register 08.25.11
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