Fr. Gilbert J. Simoes
Suspended and faculties removed in 3/1986 after the Diocese learned of allegations against him. Absent on leave, per the 1993 Catholic Directory. Lived in the Falmouth area and worked as a regular substitute teacher at Falmouth High School from 1989 until the 1997-1998 school year. The school denied any knowledge of his history. Simoes’ name is linked with Jose Avila and other abusers. Six allegations were known by 9/2002. Included on the Diocese’s list in 1/2021 of credibly accused. Died in 2009.
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