Fr. Donald C. Grass

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Ordained: 1961
Status: Accused

Diocese: Diocese of Gary IN

In 12/03, Grass admitted to molesting a preteen girl at Holy Angels Cathedral in the late 1960.s Placed on leave. She told the Diocese in 11/03 and review board investigated. Grass was in the hospital for cancer treatment when news broke. He was no longer allowed to live in his parish residence. Bishop said he believed that the girl was Grass’s only victim. Had Monsignor status when he died 7/2/2010. Included on Gary list released 8/27/18.


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