Fr. Richard O. Matte
Investigated by the archdiocese in 1992 after receipt of an anonymous letter complaining of Matte’s behavior. His personnel file later showed two complaints in 1992 and at least one more by 11/93. Removed in 1994. By 3/02 six men had brought complaints against Matte and received settlements. He was sued at least twice. Voluntary laicization announced 6/10/05. Per the Boston list in 8/11, case concluded canonically. The list in 2020 shows that Matte died in 2017.
- Boston Globe 01.28.02
- Boston Globe 02.16.02
- Lowell Sun 02.16.02
- Boston Globe 03.06.02
- Lowell Sun 04.10.02
- Boston Globe 06.05.02
- Boston Herald 06.05.02
- Lowell Sun 06.05.02
- Lowell Sun 07.06.02
- Manchester Union Leader 07.09.02
- Lowell Sun 06.10.05
- Boston Globe 06.10.05
- Metro West Daily News 03.18.06
- Boston Archdiocese List 08.11.25
- National Catholic Register 08.25.11
- Salem News 08.26.11
- Boston Archdiocese List 01.17.20
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