Fr. Matthew H. Kelly
Parishioners complained of Kelly’s behavior as early as 1970. He was transferred to two other parishes before he retired 1989. Named in 2003 and 2004 lawsuits. At least 7 plaintiffs alleged abuse as boys in the 1960s-1970s at a cabin in the Santa Ynez Mountains. Died 4/05/02. Claims included in massive $660M L.A. archdiocese settlement of 7/07.
- LA Archdiocesan Report Errata Notice # 1
- John Roe 4 vs Does, Cause No 1156450, Superior Court of California
- Associated Press 11.26.03
- Santa Barbara Independent 12.25.03
- LA Archdiocesan Report 02.17.04
- Associated Press 03.20.04
- Santa Barbara News-Press 09.27.04
- Santa Barbara Independent 09.06.07
- Santa Maria Sun 10.03.18
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