Illinois Catholic Diocese Priest Sexual Abuse List [387 Perps]

List of Accused Priests in Illinois

Abuse in the Roman Catholic Church is an emotional issue that significantly impacts the trustworthiness of the church. In Illinois, credible accusations date back to the 1950s, including child sex abuse and sexual misconduct with adult abuse victims. The list of accused priests in Illinois includes hundreds of Catholic clergy members who allegedly abused almost 2,000 victims.

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Last NameFirst NameDioceseStatusAccusations (Summary)
AguirreRobert GeraldArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedNamed publicly as accused by the Archdiocese on its list updated5/4/2023 of those with substantiated allegations against them of the sexual abuse of a minor(s). Resigned in 1/2007. Laicized in 3/2014.
AiyakoEliasArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedNamed publicly as credibly accused by the Order’s Chicago Province. Noted to be a former member of the Province. Assigned in Jamaica 2004-2007; in Papua New Guinea 2007-present (2/2024). Abuse noted to have occurred in Jamaica in 2006.
AltendorfLouisArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedNamed publicly as credibly accused by the Order’s Chicago Province, he was assigned in China, MO, IL NY, DC, and died in 1989.
AngelLawrence A.Archdiocese of Chicago ILSettledThe Edmund Rice Christian Brothers listed Angel as accused by at least two persons in claims settled in bankruptcy proceedings. The Christian Brothers did not provide assignment information.
AustinHugh JamesArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedHugh Austin worked in IL, NJ, PA, KS, Ontario Canada, and was listed as a suspect in 2020.
BakFelixArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedBak was listed as credibly accused by the Chicago archdiocese in 2022 and died in 2002.
BallDavidArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedBall was named publicly as credibly accused by the archdiocese in 10/2022, and was substantiated after his death. He was included in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report.
Bandini-BeguerisseOscarArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedBandini-Beguerisse was named publicly as accused by the Jesuits Midwest Province on its list revised 2/21/2020. He died 3/21/2009.
BaranowskiAlexander SylvesterArchdiocese of Chicago ILSuedBaranowski was newly identified as accused in 2006, allegations substantiated in 2013, and he was accused of sexually abusing at least five other children. He resigned from the priesthood in 1975, laicized in 1976, and died in 2011.
BarnesCharles PatrickArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedNamed publicly as accused by the archdiocese on its list in 10/2022. Allegation substantiated after Barnes’ death. Died in 1989. Included in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report, which notes at least one “reported survivor.”
BartonHarry J.Archdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedBarton was named publicly as accused by the Jesuits Midwest Province on 12/17/2018, and was included in the IL Attorney General’s Report on 5/23/2023.
BartzRichard BarryArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedBartz was on faculty at a seminary where he allegedly had sex with a 17-year-boy. He was returned to ministry at Columbus Hospital in 1988, under restrictions and monitoring, but resigned from the priesthood in 2002.
BatuyongPatricio WilliamArchdiocese of Chicago ILArrestedA deacon was arrested in 1993 on charges of criminal sexual abuse and solicitation for juvenile prostitution. He was laicized in 1996 and died in 2009.
BeckerRobert CharlesArchdiocese of Chicago ILSettledParish priest, Canon lawyer, long-time Metropolitan Tribunal member, died in 10/1989. Multiple allegations of abuse, beginning during seminary and spanning his priesthood, were settled in several lawsuits.
BeckstromRobert E.Archdiocese of Chicago ILSettledBeckstrom was listed by the Edmund Rice Christian Brothers as accused by at least two persons in claims settled in bankruptcy proceedings. The merits of most of the claims were not tested.
BennettJoseph R.Archdiocese of Chicago ILSettledBennett was accused of sexually abusing three boys and two girls between 1976 and 1969, but was kept in ministry until the McCormack case broke. He was laicized in 2014.
BogdanLeonard AdolphArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedMonsignor, accused of abuse of a boy in 1983, was named publicly as accused in 2006, and was removed from the Diocese of Phoenix’s list in 2019.
BonebreakDennisArchdiocese of Chicago ILSettledBonebreak was one of 11 religious brothers and two laymen accused of abusing one boy at Leo HS in Chicago.
BowmanRobert PeterArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedFormer Vicar for Administration, Bowman was removed from duties in 2002 after allegations of sexual misconduct with a minor more than 45 years prior. At least 11 children were abused by Bowman, mostly during the 1950s to the 1980s.
BraunDavid FrancisArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedAdmitted to sex with young boys as early as 1956, moved among Chicago parishes, became pastor in Wilmette, worked with others in alcohol treatment, retired in 1992, lived in IL and FL.
In 1992 a boy aged 13 was abused by Braun, in 1994 a woman aged 4 and in 1995 a man aged 10. Braun died in 1997.
BrighamKenneth M.Archdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedRetired to Las Vegas in 6/05. Died 05/23/06. Brigham’s personnel file was one of 30 files of priests credibly accused of sexually abusing minors produced by archdiocese in 1/14 and released by plaintiffs’ counsel.
BuckDaniel PeterArchdiocese of Chicago ILSettledBuck was removed from ministry in 2002 after three allegations of sexual misconduct with children. He was included in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report, which notes at least five “reported survivors” of abuse 1971-1981.
BurkeEdmund F.Archdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedThe archdiocese named this priest on its list of clergy with substantiated allegations of child sexual abuse in 2018.
BrouilletteRobert NoelArchdiocese of Chicago ILConvictedHigh School teacher and counselor who was arrested in 1998 for solicitation and child porn, and sentenced to 4 years’ probation, and was named in a 4/4/2014 suit in HI regarding abuse at Damien Memorial High. He is also named in a 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report.
BurnsEugene PatrickArchdiocese of Chicago ILSettledAccused of abuse of a girl, ages 8-13, while assigned to St. Catherine Laboure in Glenview, IL, in 1962-1966 and in 1985.
ButlerDonald J.Archdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedJesuit priest accused of abuse during his tenure at Holy Family Parish in Chicago.
ByrneEamonnArchdiocese of Chicago ILSuedBorn in Ireland, spent most of career in the Philippines, and was accused of abuse of a girl during a church outing in 1974.
CalicottJohn WalterArchdiocese of Chicago ILSuedSuspended in 1994 due to accusations of sexual molestation of two 15-year-old boys in 1976, sued in 2004 and included on the Chicago archdiocese list of accused priests in 2003. Laicized in 2009 after a canonical court trial.
HurtadoJose Martin CareagaArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedThe Chicago Archdiocese named a priest on its list of abusers in 2023. The priest died in 2023.
CarrMichael T.Archdiocese of Chicago ILSettledThe Edmund Rice Christian Brothers listed Carr as accused by at least two persons in claims settled in bankruptcy proceedings. The Christian Brothers did not provide assignment information.
CarrollFrancis C.Archdiocese of Chicago ILSettledCarroll is listed as accused by at least two persons in claims settled in bankruptcy proceedings. The Christian Brothers did not provide assignment information.
CiomekChristopherArchdiocese of Chicago ILReinstatedCiomek, who arrived in the U.S. in 1988, was suspended in 4/21 due to allegations of sexual abuse of a minor, occurring about 30 years prior.
CloutierWilliam J.Archdiocese of Chicago ILSettledAccused of sexually abusing at least three boys in 1979, kept in ministry, removed in 1991, admitted abuse, left the priesthood in 1994, included in a large 2003 settlement involving 12 priests, died in 2003.
ClemensJohn W.Archdiocese of Chicago ILReinstatedClemens was placed on leave in 9/2022 pending the investigation of allegations of sexual abuse of minors, but was reinstated in 6/2023.
ClementsGeorge H.Archdiocese of Chicago ILSettledPastor Clements was suspended from ministry pending an investigation of an allegation that he sexually abused a child, ages 7-12, 1974-1979. The alleged victim received a settlement from the archdiocese.
CobbAlan S.Archdiocese of Chicago ILSettledCobb was listed by the Edmund Rice Christian Brothers as accused by at least two persons in claims settled in bankruptcy proceedings. The Christian Brothers did not provide assignment information.
CollinsDonald CecilArchdiocese of Chicago ILSettledThe Edmund Rice Christian Brothers listed Collins as accused by at least two persons in claims settled in bankruptcy proceedings. The Christian Brothers did not provide assignment information.
CollinsDaniel J.Archdiocese of Chicago ILSuedA man filed a civil suit 7/11/13 alleging abuse by Collins at St. Christopher Catholic Church between 1971 and 1973 when he was 8-10 years old. Suit alleges inappropriate touching, rubbing, groping and fondling, oral and anal sex.
CondonEugene LaurenceArchdiocese of Chicago ILSettledEdmund Rice Christian Brothers listed Eugene L. Condon as accused by at least two persons in claims settled in bankruptcy proceedings. The Christian Brothers did not provide assignment info.
ConefreyCharles A.Archdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedTaught 1963-1979 at St. Laurence High School, where he was Superior 1973-1979. Died in 1979. Named publicly as accused in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report, which notes at least one “reported survivor.”
CraigRobertArchdiocese of Chicago ILSettledSeveral known victims claim abuse between 1982 and 1990. Archdiocese settled at least one claim in 1989 and another in 2008, involving 14 people and 12 priests.
CrosbyThomas CarrollArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedFirst named publicly as accused by the Archdiocese when added to its list of clergy with substantiated allegations of child sexual abuse 11/28/2018. Died in 1987. Included in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report.
CorriganEdmundArchdiocese of Chicago ILSettledThe Edmund Rice Christian Brothers’ North American Province agreed to a $16.5M settlement with 400 plaintiffs claiming abuse by multiple order priests and brothers.
CzajkaNorman J.Archdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedIn 5/2005 the Archdiocese received an allegation of child sexual abuse 1992-1995 by Czajka. Deemed substantiated by the Review Board. Removed from public ministry in 6/2006. Died in 10/2012. Included in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report.
DaschbachRichardArchdiocese of Chicago ILConvictedA priest was accused of sexually abusing at least two dozen girls at Topu Honis Shelter Home, which he founded in 1993. He was laicized and released on house arrest, but was later indicted by a federal grand jury and sentenced to 12 years in prison.
CurranJohn WilliamArchdiocese of Chicago ILSettledAccused anonymously in 1990 and 1991 of abuse 18 to 30 years prior, removed in 2/1993 after an internal investigation, sued in 11/1994, but statute of limitations had expired. Name included on the Archdiocese’s list in 2006, allegations substantiated.
DieteJamesArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedDiete was named publicly by the Vincentian Order on its list in 2020 as the subject of multiple allegations of abuse, occurring in the 1980s.
DiederichDominic AloysiusArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedMonsignor Diederich, pastor of St. Maurice 1942-1966, Pastor Emeritus 1966-1977, was accused of sexual misconduct with a child in 1994 and 2006, and was added to the list of priests with substantiated allegations in 2018 after the Attorney General began an investigation.
DeRoeckWalter GeorgeArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedAfter two men alleged abuse as minors, DeRoeck was removed from the priesthood and laicized. Nine survivors were reported.
DillaFrancis EmilArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedAccused of abuse at St. Simon’s in Chicago 1964-1965. Removed from public ministry in 1992.
DouaireRichard JamesArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedNamed publicly as accused by the archdiocese on its list in 10/2022. Allegations substantiated after Douaire’s death. Died in 9/1975. included in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report.
DugganJeremiah C.Archdiocese of Chicago ILSettledAlleged abuse occurred in the 1970s-1980s while he was assigned to Queen of Martyrs in Evergreen Park.
DukichAnthonyArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedNamed publicly as accused by the Chicago archdiocese on its list in 10/2022. Priest of the Croatian Franciscan Custody of the Holy Family. Died in 1986. Included in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report.
DunnJames ClaverArchdiocese of Chicago ILSettledThe Edmund Rice Christian Brothers listed Dunn as accused by at least two persons in claims settled in bankruptcy proceedings. The Christian Brothers did not provide assignment information.
EagleLaurenceArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedNamed publicly as accused in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report, which notes at least one “reported survivor.”
FinanMark A.Archdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedFinan was named publicly as accused by the Jesuits Midwest Province on its list 12/17/2018. He was dismissed from the Jesuits 4/13/1973 and died 11/18/1993, age 77.
FassbinderRichard WayneArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedRetired in 1997, Fassbinder was accused of sexually abusing a male minor in 1974 and 2002. He was kept in ministry for two years after his admission, and was included in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report.
FarrellWilliam PatrickArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedTaught high school in Chicago and Dallas TX, assigned in 1971 to a parish in Edina MN, died 2/8/1989. Allegations surfaced in 2017 that Farrell sexually abused a 16-year-old Chicago boy in 1970, and in 2016 that Farrell molested a vulnerable 21 year-old in 1973.
FitzgeraldJohn J.Archdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedNamed publicly as accused by the Congregation of the Holy Cross in 1992, removed from ministry in 1997.
FitzgeraldJohn D.Archdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedA woman reported being sexually abused by Monsignor Fitzgerald in 1964 when she was a teenage parishioner. The Archdiocese paid for her counseling.
FitzharrisJoseph L.Archdiocese of Chicago ILConvictedCriminally convicted of child sexual abuse in 1987, removed from public ministry in 1991, resigned from the priesthood in 1995, settled at least one claim in 2007 and laicized in 2009. Admitted to abuse of at least 9 boys by 2005.
FitzmauriceTerenceArchdiocese of Chicago ILSettledFitzmaurice was accused of molesting at least 15 boys in the early 1970s. In 2007 negotiations continued with other claimants, and in 2022 the Order determined that allegations against Fitzmaurice of the sexual abuse of minors were substantiated.
FlynnJames E.Archdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedPlaced on leave in 9/22 pending the investigation of allegation(s) of the sexual abuse of minor(s, occurring about 50 years prior.
SchererPhilip M.Archdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedNamed publicly as credibly accused by the Chicago archdiocese on its list in 10/2022. Died in 2016. Included in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report.
DeRiveraCrescenteArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedFr. Sonny Cresente, a priest in the Society of the Divine Word, was named publicly as credibly accused of the sexual abuse of a minor(s) in Chile, South America in 1995.
FlosiJames VincentArchdiocese of Chicago ILSuedSued in 2005, accused of abuse of a Quigley Theological Seminary student in 1980, resigned from the priesthood in 1992, and laicized in 2010.
Gamez-AlfonsoRigobertoArchdiocese of Chicago ILChargedSeveral chancery positions. Arrested in 10/18, charged with criminal sexual abuse involving force and battery, and faculties withdrawn.
FrieseRobert D.Archdiocese of Chicago ILConvictedA teacher/counselor at Maryville Academy for at-risk youth was charged in 1984 with the sexual abuse of a 13-year-old boy. He was convicted in 1985, placed on probation for 4 years and sent to the House of Affirmation.
GardnerStephen JustinArchdiocese of Chicago ILSettledGardner was listed by the Edmund Rice Christian Brothers as accused by at least two persons in claims settled in bankruptcy proceedings. The Christian Brothers did not provide assignment information.
GarzaJesus P.Archdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedNewly identified as accused on the Chicago Archdiocese’s list released 3/20/2006, Garza resigned 7/1/00 and went on to work as a counselor in the Beloit, WI public schools.
GrafGaryArchdiocese of Chicago ILReinstatedGraf was accused of inappropriate behavior toward a male teen, but was found not guilty at criminal bench trial. He was returned to ministry in 4/19.
GriegoCarlos G.Archdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedIn 2022, Griego was named publicly as accused by the Dominican Friars’ Province of St. Albert the Great, USA of sexually abusing several teenage boys.
GuzmanPaulArchdiocese of Chicago ILReinstatedCardinal Cupich announced that there was an allegation against Father Guzman 40 years prior, 25 years before he entered seminary. Guzman was reinstated 3/21/2023.
HaganJames CraigArchdiocese of Chicago ILSettledAccused of sexually abusing at least 19, boys, 11 substantiated as of 5/2023. Laicized in 4/2010, included in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report.
HefferanJohn EdwardArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedNewly identified as an abuser in the Chicago Archdiocesan Report released 3/20/2006, Hefferan was removed from public ministry in 10/2003, and was accused of sexual abuse of a 12-year-old girl in the late 1970s at St. John Vianney in Northlake.
HinojosaJuan FranciscoArchdiocese of Chicago ILChargedOrdained deacon studying at St. Mary of the Lake Seminary in Mundelein in 1993 when charged with sexually assaulting a 16-year-old youth. May have fled to Mexico.
HennesseyEdArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedBr. Edwin F. Hennessy was named publicly as accused in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report, which notes at least one “reported survivor”.
HoderJames AllenArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedHoder was identified as an abuser on the Chicago Archdiocesan Report in Fall 2009. He ignored a directive to avoid unsupervised contact with young people.
Hoder was suspected of theft and investigated for drugs in 1990, and was removed from his parish in 1991.
Hoder was placed on leave in 1992, sent to a halfway house in MO, and resigned from the priesthood in 1997.
HensleyGilbert LeroyArchdiocese of Chicago ILSuedA boy was sodomized at least four times by a priest at St. Vincent Ferrer parish in River Forest IL, and a third boy was fondled once at the parish school in the late 1970s.
Hensley lived at Blessed Sacrament priory and parish in Madison WI, and worked at Edgewood Elementary School. He died 5/31/2014.
HoganMichael P.Archdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedA man claimed Hogan sexually abused him when he was a St. Rita High School sophomore. The priest worked at St. Rita’s 1960-70 as a teacher, Vice Principal for Guidance and Director of Public Relations.
HoganMichael J.Archdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedHoder was identified as an abuser in the Chicago Archdiocesan Report 3/20/2006. He was laicized 6/20/2015 and included in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report.
HorneThomas BarryArchdiocese of Chicago ILSuedKay Ebeling, age 5, was raped by Horne in the early 1950s in Bartlett, IL. She and another woman filed a lawsuit against the Archdiocese in 2011 and Horne died in 1985.
HolihanDaniel MarkArchdiocese of Chicago ILSettledHolihan was reported for fondling boys, but kept in ministry after being told to modify his behavior.
In 1990, more allegations of inappropriate touch were made against Holihan, who resigned from his parish and moved to another parish.
A man claiming abuse as a boy by Holihan 1979-1980 filed a civil suit against the archdiocese in 2003, and Holihan was permanently removed from ministry in 2005.
HoulihanJames AlvarezArchdiocese of Chicago ILSettledThe Edmund Rice Christian Brothers listed Houlihan as accused by at least two persons in claims settled in bankruptcy proceedings. The Christian Brothers did not provide assignment information.
HuskeLeonardArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedArchdiocese of Chicago priest named publicly as accused of abuse in the late 1970s-early 1980s.
HuppenbauerWalter EdwardArchdiocese of Chicago ILSettledMultiple allegations of abuse; kept in ministry, told by vicar of priests to stay away from minors; removed from public ministry; laicized; died; included in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report.
IrwinCharles B.Archdiocese of Chicago ILSettledIrwin entered the Edmund Rice Christian Brothers Order in 1945 and made final vows in 1953. He was accused of abuse at three Chicago schools run by the Edmund Rice Christian Brothers North American Province, and was included in a $1.9 M settlement announced in 8/2016.
JobThomasArchdiocese of Chicago ILSettledMultiple allegations of sexual abuse of teenage boys by Job, occurring while a seminarian and at every parish assignment thereafter. The parish school principal resigned.
Job was arrested in 1975 after a boy reported abuse to police. He confessed to abuse in 1983 and stole from parish collection, but the archdiocese did not make abuse allegations public until 10/2005.
JonesAugustine K.Archdiocese of Chicago ILConvictedConvicted in 1968 of abuse of a boy, indicted in 1993, pleaded guilty, sentenced to four years probation, died 9/28/2007 at Blue Cloud Abbey in SD.
JordanJohn E.Archdiocese of Chicago ILSuedA former altar boy accused Jordan of abuse at St. Adrian Parish’s rectory between 1983-1984.
KealeyJohnArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedKealy was accused of abuse of a minor while at Brother Rice High School in Chicago. He is deceased.
KellyThomas FrancisArchdiocese of Chicago ILSettledKelly was a serial predator who sexually abused at least 20 boys, ages 11-17, in the 1960s and 1970s. He was known of his behavior as early as 1967, yet the first report of abuse was in 1992.
KealyRobert LouisArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedKealy was Chancellor, lawyer, handled sex abuse cases in the Archdiocese, appointed pastor of Immaculate Conception in Highland Park, denied abuse, admitted to smoking marijuana and drinking with boys in the 1970s, resigned from parish, faculty removed “for at least a year”, laicized.
KeehanJohn JamesArchdiocese of Chicago ILSuedKeehan was removed from public ministry in 2002, and recommended to enroll in a technology course in 2013. He was accused of sexually abusing an altar boy and student at St. Ann Parish and Elementary School 1994-1997.
KentBenenArchdiocese of Chicago ILSettledKent was accused of sexual abuse by two women when she was a child. The court dismissed one suit on SOL, left parts of a second intact and upheld the dismissal of a third.
KernanJoseph C.Archdiocese of Chicago ILSettledThe Edmund Rice Christian Brothers listed Kernan as accused by at least two persons in claims settled in bankruptcy proceedings, but did not provide assignment information.
KilleenWilliam E.Archdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedKilleen was suspended in 10/31 due to an allegation of child sexual abuse, occurring 40 years prior.
KeoughJohn J.Archdiocese of Chicago ILSettledResigned in 1982 to marry, accused of abuse of both men and women, laicized in 2008, and included in the 5/23/2023 Attorney General’s Report.
KirkAllan F.Archdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedKirk was named publicly as accused by the Jesuits Midwest Province on its list 12/17/2019, and was included in the Cincinnati Archdiocese’s list 1/2020. He died 8/11/2006.
KissaneJoseph PatrickArchdiocese of Chicago ILSettledKissane was accused of sexually abusing girls as young as 14 and was kept in ministry by the Archdiocese. He resigned in 1991 and was laicized in 2010 after being accused of raping a girl 20 years prior at St. Catherine’s in Oak Lawn.
KleinGeorge W.Archdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedIn 2011 Klein was accused of sexually abusing a 15-year-old girl in the mid-1970s while principal of St. Benedict High School in Chicago. A review board determined that Klein’s conduct was not sexual abuse but was inappropriate.
KmakLeonard PaulArchdiocese of Chicago ILSettledA priest was accused of having abused in 1960-1963. The Archdiocese settled at least one claim in 2005 and another in 2007.
KochJ. RobertArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedAlso known as Robert J. Koch, he was named publicly as accused by the Jesuits Midwest Province on its list 12/17/2018. He died 12/6/1996.
LaneJohn H.Archdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedWorked in the Patna Province, India for over 30 years, beginning in 1932. Name included on the Chicago archdiocese’s list of credibly accused in 2022.
LangeRonaldArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedLange is monitored by the Chicago Province of the Society of the Divine Word for abuse occurring in Ghana, Africa over “multiple years”, and in Iowa in 1987.
LasikRonald JustinArchdiocese of Chicago ILConvictedAccused of sexually assaulting two boys at St. Laurence High School in Chicago, and convicted of anally raping two boys at Mount Cashel Orphanage. Lasik died in 2/2020.
LeePatrick J.Archdiocese of Chicago ILReinstatedPlaced on leave in 1/19 after an allegation that he sexually abused a minor in 1979 while assigned to St. Christopher’s in Midlothian. Reinstated in 6/19 after the diocese deemed the allegations ‘unfounded.’
LeCompteRoland J.Archdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedNamed publicly as accused by the archdiocese in 10/2022, died in 1969, and was included in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report.
LewnardJamesArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedBrother was named publicly as the subject of a substantiated allegation of abuse, and was suspended from ministry and placed on a safety plan.
LeyhaneWilliam R.Archdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedIn 2019, an archdiocesan deacon came forward publicly with allegations that Leyhane sexually abused him in 1971. The Review Board found that the abuse was “possible” and added Leyhane’s name to its list of those with substantiated allegations in 2022.
LinoRaphaelArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedLino was publicly accused of abuse by the Dominicans St. Albert the Great Province and was removed from public ministry in 2002.
LupoWilliam L.Archdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedPastor of St. Peter Damian in Bartlett, he denied allegations of inappropriate relationships with two girls, ages 12-17, over six years.
After treatment, he was allowed to work at St. Damian Peter, but required girls to meet alone with him for confirmation preparation.
MaloneyEdward J.Archdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedIn 2007 and 2008, Maloney was accused of sexually abusing two boys while assigned to St. Mark’s Parish in Chicago. The Review Board deemed the allegations credible, and he was removed from active ministry in 2009.
MadayNorbert J.Archdiocese of Chicago ILConvictedArrested in 1993, convicted in 1994 of sexual assault of two boys, sentenced to 20 years, sued, laicized, spent 9 months in a secure treatment facility in WI, registered sex offender, died in 3/2019, and included in the 5/23/2023 Attorney General’s Report.
MayerRobert E.Archdiocese of Chicago ILConvictedA civil suit filed in 1982 alleged Mayer exposed himself to several boys. No criminal charges were filed, but he was removed from ministry in 1991 after an allegation of sexual advances toward a young adult man.
In 2006, four men filed a civil suit against Mayer, who was later laicized and died in 2019.
McCarthyDavid F.Archdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedNamed publicly as accused by the Jesuits Midwest Province list on its list 12/17/2018. Multiple allegations of abuse, occurring while assigned to Holy Family Parish in Chicago, 1963-1978. Died 2/28/1999. Included in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report.
McCarthyDanielArchdiocese of Chicago ILReinstatedMcCarthy was suspended in 2020 due to an allegation of sexual abuse, but was reinstated in 2021.
McCaffreyVincentArchdiocese of Chicago ILConvictedMcCaffrey abused children for years, and was convicted of child porn charges in 2002. He was sued for abuse of as many as 40 young boys, and was eventually laicized and released early from prison on 7/19/2019.
McCartneyChristopher J.Archdiocese of Chicago ILSuedA man filed a civil suit against the Archdiocese and Archbishop George after being sexually attacked by McCartney.
McCormackDaniel J.Archdiocese of Chicago ILConvictedAccused in 10/1999 of abuse of an altar boy, arrested 8/30/2005, removed as dean 9/1/2006, pleaded guilty to abuse of 5 boys at St. Agatha’s in 2007 and laicized in 11/2007. Settlements total over $12M.
McCormack was arrested for 2005 abuse of a 10-year-old, pleaded not guilty, had charges dropped in 2/2016, and settled a lawsuit for $2.3M in 1/2017. He was committed to a sex offender facility in 7/2018, and released in 10/7/2021.
McDonaldRobert JosephArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedNewly identified as accused in Chicago archdiocesan report of 3/20/2006. Laicized in 12/2016.
McFarlaneWilliam M.Archdiocese of Chicago ILReinstatedMcFarlane was removed from active ministry in 7/19 after allegations of sex abuse were made against him. The allegations were deemed “unfounded” by DCFS and “unmerited” by the archdiocesan review board.
McGuireDonald J.Archdiocese of Chicago ILConvictedMcGuire was convicted of indecent behavior with a child in 2006 and sentenced to 7 years’ prison.
A man filed a suit in CA in 12/2019 against McGuire, claiming he abused him for 40 years.
MeagherWilliam J.Archdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedNamed publicly as accused by the archdiocese on its list in 10/2022. Died in 1980. Allegation substantiated after Meagher’s death. Included in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report.
McIlhoneJames P.Archdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedMcIlhone was suspended and asked to move away from St. Edward’s in Chicago after an allegation of sexual abuse.
McNamaraPeter JohnArchdiocese of Chicago ILSettledResigned in 1971, laicized in 1972, and included in the IL Attorney General’s Report in 2023.
MillerHenryArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedThe Divine Word Missionaries accused Joseph H. Johnson of sexual abuse in the 1960s and 1970s.
MillerGary M.Archdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedMiller was accused of sexual misconduct with a minor over 30 years prior, resigned from St. Bernadette Parish in Evergreen Park, and agreed to a Prayer and Penance program. He died in 1/2021.
MorganEdward JamesArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedNamed publicly as accused by the Chicago archdiocese on its list in 10/2022. Died in 2002. Allegations substantiated after Morgan’s death. Included in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report.
MooneyPhillip T.Archdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedMooney was named publicly as accused by the Jesuits Midwest Province on its list 12/17/2018, and was dismissed from the Order 11/7/1989.
MrowinskiCharles A.Archdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedA priest was accused of abuse in 1984 in the Archdiocese of Chicago. His Order deemed the allegations credible, and he was included on the Resurrectionists’ list of credibly accused in 2021.
MulsoffDonald JohnArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedMulsoff was removed from ministry in 2002 after an allegation was reported of fondling a boy, age 10, sometime in the late 1960s or early 1970s. He died in 2005.
MurphyJohn DanielArchdiocese of Chicago ILSettledSix plaintiffs filed suits against Murphy in 2003 accusing him of sexually abusing them as children. The Augustinians knew of abuse of at least one by 1981, and Murphy resigned from Order in 1993.
CapetilloOctavio MunozArchdiocese of Chicago ILChargedFrom Mexico. Director of Casa Jesus, a program to recruit young men from Latin America to the priesthood, was removed from his pastorate in 2015, pending investigation of “sexual images and material” on his computer.
MurphyThomas IgnatiusArchdiocese of Chicago ILSuedThe Edmund Rice Christian Brothers listed Murphy as accused by at least two persons in claims settled in bankruptcy proceedings. Murphy is deceased and was placed on the Archdiocese of Chicago’s list.
MurphyJohn EArchdiocese of Chicago ILSettledMurphy was listed by the Edmund Rice Christian Brothers as accused by at least two persons in claims settled in bankruptcy proceedings. The Christian Brothers did not provide assignment information.
DiazFelipe NavarretteArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedThe Carmelite Order named him as credibly accused on its list 11/22/2020. He was separated from the Order in 2015 and placed in Chicago.
NearyWalter D.Archdiocese of Chicago ILSettledNeary was accused of sexually abusing at least two students at Brother Rice High School in the 1960s.
NyssenJacques (Nijssen)Archdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedNamed publicly as credibly accused by the Divine Word Missionaries’ Chicago Province on its list 4/18/2021, and died in 2015.
O’BrienWilliam JohnArchdiocese of Chicago ILSettledSeveral priests were removed from public ministry, sued, laicized, and the Archdiocese settled at least one claim with 14 people alleging abuse by 12 priests.
O’ConnellMichael W.Archdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedA priest was suspended from St. Alphonsus Parish in 12/13 after an allegation of sexual misconduct involving a minor at Our Lady of the Woods in Orland Park nearly 20 years prior. A new allegation was received in about 4/18/14.
O’GormanThomasArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedO’Gorman was accused of abuse of a minor and placed on leave. He officially resigned from priesthood in 1994.
O’DellJackArchdiocese of Chicago ILSettledO’Dell was accused of abuse of a youth in 1980-84 and for four years after the boy graduated. The suit was dismissed by the court on SOL.
O’ShaughnessyDonald J.Archdiocese of Chicago ILSettledA Jesuit priest was removed in 2004 after credible allegations of sex abuse while assigned to Loyola Academy in Wilmette. He also worked in Cincinnati, Cleveland and Milford OH, Indianapolis IN, Oakland CA, and Clarkston MI.
O’ToolePaul L.Archdiocese of Chicago ILSettledA woman announced in 2006 that she had received a $125K settlement from the Chicago archdiocese for sexual abuse by priests. She claimed that she first reported the abuse to the archdiocese in the early 1990s, but nothing was done.
O’LearyPatrick G.Archdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedRemoved in 8/92 after the archdiocese decided O’Leary was exhibiting “a pattern of inappropriate behavior” that made him possibly of risk to children. From Ireland, ordained in Spain. Extern priest. It is believed he was recalled to Spain.
OrmecheaJohn BaptistArchdiocese of Chicago ILSuedJ.B. Ormechea was removed from ministry in Louisville, KY in 12/2002 after allegations by four people of abuse in Chicago 1978-1981. A fifth person accused Ormechea of molesting him as a boy in Chicago in 1983.
OstdiekDana HaroldArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedA Dominican priest was named publicly as accused of abuse of a minor in 1983-1984.
OwensJosephArchdiocese of Chicago ILSettledA priest named publicly in 3/20/2006 Archdiocesan Report was accused of abuse at St. Philomena in 1969, and a $12.7M settlement was reached in 2008 involving 11 priests and 16 plaintiffs.
PallikunnenEmmanuelArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedA priest from India was accused of sexually abusing minors when she was a child. His personnel file was one of 30 files produced by the Archdiocese and released by plaintiffs’ counsel.
PatitucciP.B.Archdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedNamed publicly as accused in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report, which notes at least one “reported survivor.”
SeguraEusebio PantojaArchdiocese of Chicago ILSettledChevy Pantoja was ordained for the Claretian Missionaries in Mexico, worked in Chicago, NJ, TX, and Guanajuato, México, and was placed on leave in 2004 after a lawsuit was filed in 2003, claiming abuse of a 14-year-old boy.
ParamoThomasArchdiocese of Chicago ILSettledA woman filed a civil suit against the Claretians in 2005, alleging they protected Paramo after he abused her when she was 11-15. The suit was settled, and a second accuser contacted the plaintiff’s attorney.
PaduchFrankArchdiocese of Chicago ILSettledPaduch was allegedly abusing a freshman boy at St. Rita High School in Chicago in 1980-1981. He was ordained a priest in 1989 and placed on leave from his city job in 2005.
PeraltaCarlos EnriqueArchdiocese of Chicago ILSuedAllegations of sexual misconduct began while Peralta was a seminarian in Chile in the 1980s. He was sent to Argentina for sex offender treatment in 1997, then transferred to Chicago in 1998, where he was accused of abusing four children in one family in 1998-1999.
PhelanFrancis JosephArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedNamed publicly as accused by the Chicago archdiocese on its list in 10/2022. Died in 1995. Allegations substantiated after Phelan’s death. Included in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report.
PflegerMichael L.Archdiocese of Chicago ILReinstatedPastor of St. Sabina’s on Chicago’s south side from 1981 to 2012. Suspended in 1/21 for abusing a boy 40 years prior, reinstated in 12/22 after the Review Board “found no reason to suspect” he was guilty.
PhanKevinArchdiocese of Chicago ILConvictedNative of Vietnam, expelled from seminary for having 300 images of child pornography on his computer.
PrzybyloChesterArchdiocese of Chicago ILSettledCzeslaw Przybylo was accused of abuse of a boy, ages 13-17, during 1987-1991. He filed suit against the plaintiff and SNAP, alleging defamation of character, and the court dismissed the suit in 12/2009.
PolicettiSleeva RajuArchdiocese of Chicago ILArrestedFrom India, working in Chicago beginning in 1986, fled the U.S. in 2002 after a report to Archdiocese that he was having an “inappropriate relationship” with 16-year-old girl. Laicized in 2008, included in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report.
PrzybylskiKonstantyArchdiocese of Chicago ILGuilty pleaOrdained in Poland, worked as priest in Chicago area between 1980 and 1988, transferred to Canada, pleaded guilty to sexual assault and sexual exploitation of two teenage boys, and was sentenced to five years in prison.
RayJames M.Archdiocese of Chicago ILSuedMultiple allegations were made against this priest, who was removed from parish work, allowed to live at an Augustinian Friary in Hyde Park, and permanently removed from active ministry.
Ray was accused of sexually attacking two boys while assigned to St. Anastasia in Wauconda 1975-1982. He was laicized in 2012.
ReycraftPaulArchdiocese of Chicago ILSettledIn 2013, more than 30 men accused 10 religious brothers and two laymen of sexual abuse at three Chicago schools run by the Edmund Rice Christian Brothers’ North American Province.
ReuterM. LawrenceArchdiocese of Chicago ILSettledPresident of Loyola Academy 1975-1990, removed from active ministry in 2010, after admitting to an “inappropriate relationship” with a senior at the school after the boy turned 18.
RisseClaire J.Archdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedNamed publicly as credibly accused by the Divine Word Missionaries Chicago Province in 2021.
RohrichJohn F.Archdiocese of Chicago ILSettledResigned in 1975, accused of abuse of a 16-year-old girl, and laicized in 2016.
RobinsonJohn AllenArchdiocese of Chicago ILSettledAssociate pastor of Queen of Rosary parish in Elk Grove Village 1994-2003, permanently removed from public ministry in 2005, included in a 10/2005 settlement with the Archdiocese involving multiple plaintiffs and 14 priests. Died in 3/2016.
RomanoRussell LawrenceArchdiocese of Chicago ILSettledA priest was identified as an abuser in 2006, resigned from priesthood in 1991, laicized in 2009, worked as a licensed counselor in 2013 and died in 2020.
RonanAndrew M.Archdiocese of Chicago ILSettledAccused of abuse of seminarians and male high school students, sent to Portland OR, sued Holy See, and died in 1992. Name included on Chicago archdiocese’s list of credibly accused.
RudnikJohn J.Archdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedNamed publicly by the archdiocese in 9/22 as the subject of the sexual abuse of minor(s). Placed on leave. The alleged abuse occurred about 50 years prior.
RugeKenneth CharlesArchdiocese of Chicago ILSettledAccused of abuse said to have occurred prior to 1985. Received treatment and reassigned, removed in 1991, included in a 2003 settlement by the Archdiocese, and included on the Archdiocese’s list of abusers in 3/2006.
RyanDaniel PeterArchdiocese of Chicago ILSettledRyan was included on the Order’s list of former and deceased brothers with at least two claims of sexual abuse against them, and was also included on the Seattle Archdiocese’s list of credibly accused. He died in 2009.
RyanDavid F.Archdiocese of Chicago ILReinstatedRyan was pastor of St. Francis de Sales Parish and School in Lake Zurich when suspended in 11/2020. He was reinstated in 9/2021, but was suspended again in 9/2022 and 2/2023, after his accusers stopped cooperating with the investigation.
SavageJoseph E.Archdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedNewly identified as abuser in the Chicago Archdiocesan Report 3/20/2006. Accused of sexually abusing numerous WI children, both boys and girls, in the 1950s.
SchusterEdwardArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedNamed publicly as accused by the Chicago archdiocese on its list in 10/2022. Died in 1953. Allegation was substantiated after Schuster’s death. Included in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report.
SchulteDaniel R.Archdiocese of Chicago ILGuilty pleaIn 2006, a priest was charged with downloading child pornography from the internet and was sentenced to 7 years, 3 months in prison. He faced possible laicization.
SkiffingtonWilton L.Archdiocese of Chicago ILSettledA boy’s parents found a letter from Skiffington to their son in 1968 and told the archdiocese. Skiffington was transferred to Los Angeles/San Diego in 1965 and died in 1988.
SkribaRichard L.Archdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedAccused of molesting a girl for several years, Skriba was included on the Archdiocese’s list of those with substantiated allegations against them in 2022.
SkribaRaymond FrancisArchdiocese of Chicago ILSettledSkriba was accused of abuse of at least three girls while assigned to St. Walter in Morgan Park in the 1960s. He was removed from public ministry in 7/2002 and died in 1/2014.
SklopanTimothyArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedEntered the Order in 1962, made his solemn vows in 1966, spent his early years in food management, and taught religion at DeSales High School and Mt. Carmel High School until his death in 2004.
SmythJohn P.Archdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedSmyth was assigned to Maryville Academy in 1962 and removed in 2003 after allegations of abuse among residents. He was suspended in 1/19 after allegations of sexual abuse of two boys, ages 13 and 14, occurring in 2002-03.
SniegMarion JosephArchdiocese of Chicago ILSettledSnieg was accused of sexual abuse of at least one boy in 1959 while at St. Jane de Chantal parish. He was removed from active ministry in 2002 and died in 2005.
SotoRubenArchdiocese of Chicago ILConvictedSoto, a Franciscan brother in training, was accused of molesting three boys at St. Anthony’s Church in Cicero IL. He may have also abused youths in Texas.
SpineWilliam J.Archdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedSpine worked in Peru, Brooklyn NY, Moline IL, Chicago IL, and Lexington KY, and was removed from active ministry in 2/2006 after a credible allegation of sexual abuse. He was living in Rome from 2007 to at least 2010.
SteelJames R.Archdiocese of Chicago ILSettledSteel left the priesthood in 1992 and was laicized in 2001. A man came forward in 2002 to allege abuse in 1982 by Steel and Donald Ryniecki, a school principal at St. Joseph the Worker.
StepekRobert A.Archdiocese of Chicago ILSuedStepek was accused of sexually abusing two brothers, ages 9 and 16, during his first assignment 1981-1983. He denied the allegations, was permanently removed from ministry, and was reinstated with limited privileges after a canonical trial.
StewartVictor E.Archdiocese of Chicago ILSettledAlleged to have sexually abused boys throughout his priesthood, accused in 1991 of embezzling tens of thousands of dollars from his parish, and died in 1994. There were 33 claims against Stewart by 2009, and a personnel file released in 1/2014.
StrandRalph S.Archdiocese of Chicago ILGuilty pleaMultiple allegations against Strand. Removed from public ministry in 1993, pleaded guilty to criminal sexual assault of a child in 1995, was pardoned in 1997, and accompanied Cardinal George on a pilgrimage to Mexico in 2001.
StreeterGerald A.Archdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedStreeter was named publicly as accused by the Jesuits Midwest Province on its list 12/17/2018. He died 10/31/1996.
SturmHoward J.Archdiocese of Chicago ILSettledA woman came forward to claim she was abused as a teenager by three priests.
StrusWalterArchdiocese of Chicago ILSuedA woman filed suit against Strus, claiming he raped and impregnated her in 1999 and later harassed parishioners and abused minor girls in Poland. The suit was dismissed on legal technicality.
SullivanJames PatrickArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedNamed publicly as accused by the Chicago archdiocese on its list in 10/2022. Sullivan died in 1986. Allegations were substantiated after his death. Included in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report.
SullivanLawrence J.Archdiocese of Chicago ILReinstatedSuspended in 4/21 pending investigation of an allegation that Sullivan sexually abused a minor in 1984, at age 18, just before entering seminary. Reinstated in 5/21 after the archdiocese determined that it could not substantiate the allegation.
SzczawinskiBruno S.Archdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedNamed publicly by the Chicago Archdiocese on its 10/2022 list of accused. Allegations were substantiated after Szczawinski’s death. Died in 1970. Included in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report.
RimandoAlbert TanghalArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedFrom the Philippines. Newly identified as abuser in Chicago Archdiocesan Report of 3/20/2006. Suspended from active ministry in 5/2000. Killed by suspected robbers while in the Philippines in 12/2003. Included in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report.
SwadeThomas J.Archdiocese of Chicago ILSettledSwade was removed from public ministry in 1992 after being accused of improperly touching a 14-year-old boy years prior. He was laicized in 2009 after a settlement with the Archdiocese.
SwiderHenry PeterArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedNewly identified as an abuser in the 3/20/2006 Chicago Archdiocesan Report. Left active ministry in 1/1969. Resigned in 2/1974. Died in 8/2007. Included in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report, which notes six “reported survivors.”
ThedensMark E.Archdiocese of Chicago ILSettledA man filed a lawsuit in 2008 alleging that Thedens and Fr. John D. Murphy abused him.
TheisenRichard GregoryArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedResigned in 1998, went on to marry, laicized in 2001, and was included on the 5/23/2023 Attorney General’s Report.
ThomasJoseph StephenArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedRetired in 1997, removed from public ministry in 2002 after allegations of sexual misconduct with a pre-teen boy more than 15 years prior, died in 2011 and was included on the Archdiocese’s 9/15/08 list.
TrujilloMichaelArchdiocese of Chicago ILSettledIn 2013, the Edmund Rice Christian Brothers’ North American Province agreed to a $16.5M settlement with 400 plaintiffs, including eight newly-accused brothers. It is unclear whether the Order has substantiated the allegations.
TurloWalter JosephArchdiocese of Chicago ILSuedResigned from parish in 2005 after allegations of inappropriate behavior with a minor, laicized in 2009, found by a news outlet living around the corner from a grade school in 2018.
TusharDavidArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedTushar was placed on leave from ministry in 7/2019 and permanently removed from the Duluth area in 2020 after allegations of abuse dating to 1978-1979. He died 12/23/2021 in Las Vegas NV.
VaderAnthony JosephArchdiocese of Chicago ILSuedLong involved with the Filipino American community, he was accused of sexually abusing girls more than 40 years prior at Holy Cross Parish. He was placed on leave in 2/2003, and was permanently removed from the priesthood in 9/2005.
UlatowskiDonald FrancisArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedUlatowski was named publicly as the subject of substantiated allegations in the Chicago Archdiocese Report 3/20/2006. He died in 6/1999.
VerhalenDavid H.Archdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedAccused of abuse in the 1970s by the Congregation of Holy Cross. Died in 2012.
WalshHenry JosephArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedNamed publicly as accused by the Chicago Archdiocese on its list in 10/2022. Allegations substantiated after Walsh’s death. Died in 1958. Included in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report.
ParraClovis VilchezArchdiocese of Chicago ILGuilty pleaFrom Peru, ordained in 2012, removed from ministry pending outcome, pleaded guilty to felony possession and reproduction of child pornography, sentenced to four years in prison, laicized in 2019.
VorlickPhillipArchdiocese of Chicago ILSettledA civil case was filed against the Edmund Rice Christian Brothers North American Province in 2013 claiming abuse at three Chicago schools.
WalczakKarl J.Archdiocese of Chicago ILSettledA man filed a claim in a bankruptcy case alleging that Walczak abused him in 1970-71 when he was a freshman at Brother Rice High School in Chicago. Walczak denied abuse.
WellemsBruceArchdiocese of Chicago ILSettledWellems was admitted to his Order in 1995 that he sexually abused a 7-year-old boy multiple times. He was removed from ministry in 2014 and later returned to Chicago where he resumed work with at-risk youth.
WalshJeremiahArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedProfessed vows in 1967, assigned in Techny IL 1967-1988, CA 1989-1999, died in 2000. Named publicly as credibly accused in 2021.
WestonMichael HowardArchdiocese of Chicago ILSettledNewly identified as abuser in Chicago Archdiocesan Report of 3/23/2006, resigned in 9/1993, laicized in 10/2009, subject of settlement(s), per Attorney Garabedian in 4/2022, and included in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report.
WinkelsMichaelArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedThe Dominicans named Winkels publicly as accused of sexual abuse of a minor in 2022. The allegation was deemed credible by the Order’s Review Board, but the Order’s list updated in 2023 shows that Winkels had been dispensed from vows.
WigglesworthWayne E.Archdiocese of Chicago ILConvictedA man was arrested after making improper calls to a 9-year-old boy he met at a rehab center, and pleaded guilty to possessing child pornography. He was sentenced to 10 years in prison and 10 years probation.
WisniewskiStanley T.Archdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedThe Jesuits Midwest Province named him publicly as accused on 12/17/2018. He died 6/27/2005.
WilkJosephArchdiocese of Chicago ILSuedThe Archdiocese of Chicago named Wilk as an abuser in a civil suit filed in 2013 and reinstated him as a priest in good standing in 2014 after new information was found relating to allegations against him.
WojtowiczLouisArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedOrdained a deacon in 1997, removed from public ministry in 1999, and dismissed from Mundelein Seminary in 2000.
WronkaKazimierzArchdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedAlso known as Casimir Wronka. Named publicly as accused by the Chicago Archdiocese on its list in 10/2022. Allegations substantiated after Wronka’s death. Died in 2000. Included in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report.
YakaitisMichael T.Archdiocese of Chicago ILAccusedYakaitis was accused of an abusive relationship with an 18-year-old student at Niles College in the early 1990s. He admitted the relationship and was sent for therapy.
CalhounJames R.Diocese of Belleville ILSuedCalhoun was permanently removed from ministry in 1993 and died in 1996. He is believed to have abused several youths and was named as abuser in a 1994 civil suit.
ChlopeckiRobertDiocese of Belleville ILSuedSuspended from active ministry in 1993 due to allegations that he sexually abused multiple boys in the early 1980s. Included in the 5/23/2023 Attorney General’s Report.
CrookDavid G.Diocese of Belleville ILAccusedCrook was placed on leave in 1993 and permanently removed from active ministry in 1995 over allegations of sexual misconduct with a teenager.
FriedmanDaniel L.Diocese of Belleville ILSuedA priest was accused of sexual advances towards a boy at summer camp in 1986. He was later reinstated to parish but not to camp duties.
HechenbergerGerald R.Diocese of Belleville ILConvictedJerry, an associate pastor of Holy Childhood parish and school in Mascoutah, was arrested in 2018 for possession and dissemination of child pornography and possession of methamphetamine. He pled guilty in 2019 and was sentenced to nine years in prison.
KastnerEdwin G.Diocese of Belleville ILAccusedIn 1993, a priest was removed from active ministry pending an investigation of sexual misconduct allegations. He was permanently removed in 1994.
KreherAlbert E.Diocese of Belleville ILAccusedIn 1997, the diocese learned that Kreher had sexually abused a boy. In 2010, the bishop made Kreher write a letter of apology, but allowed Kreher to continue as head of Boy Scouts Council.
KownackiRaymond F.Diocese of Belleville ILSettledA teenage girl was accused of abuse and rape by her priest over several years, beginning in 1970. Her parents reported the abuse to Bishop Albert Zuroweste, but the lawsuit was dismissed due to the statute of limitations.
Two men filed suits in 2002 and 2003 claiming abuse in the 1970s. A jury awarded $5M to the 2002 plaintiff in 8/2008 trial, and the diocese paid $6.33M (with interest) in 8/2011.
LinnemannEugene G.Diocese of Belleville ILAccusedLinnemann was removed from his duties as pastor of St. Patrick Church in Ruma in 1993 for “stress and depression”. He was permanently removed from active ministry in 1995.
MacPhersonWalter E.Diocese of Belleville ILAccusedAfter allegations of sexual misconduct with a boy in his early teens, the diocesan review board permanently removed him from active ministry and he retired. He died in 2011.
MillerThomas W.Diocese of Belleville ILAccusedMonsignor. Named publicly as accused by the diocese when added to its list of accused 6/17/2020.
NiemeyerArthur W.Diocese of Belleville ILAccusedFirst named publicly as accused by the diocese on 6/17/2020, died 4/26/1988.
A former priest came forward to say that he and the orphanage’s mother superior reported suspicions of Niemeyer sexually abusing grade-school boys in 1966.
In the late 1970s, Niemeyer groomed a boy he met while a hospital chaplain and sexually abused him under the guise of playing a game that would make him strong for upcoming high school basketball tryouts.
OnyangoAnthonyDiocese of Belleville ILAccusedA pastor from Kenya was suspended and laicized after an allegation of inappropriate conduct with a minor.
PetersonLouis P.Diocese of Belleville ILAccusedPeterson was accused of molesting a teenage boy sometime 1992-1994, was removed from active ministry in 1995, and appealed to the Vatican in 2002. He was listed as “Administrative Leave/Retired” on the diocesan website in 2009.
RatermannJerome B.Diocese of Belleville ILSettledThe diocese knew of Ratermann’s sexual abuse of boys in 1968 while he was principal of Mater Dei High School in Breese, and placed him on leave. Ratermann admitted that the abuse “could have happened”, but denied all allegations, and appealed his case to Rome in 2002.
RensingWilliam F.Diocese of Belleville ILAccusedAfter an allegation that he abused a minor three decades prior, he was removed from the priesthood, and was later convicted. He died in 2017 and was included in the Attorney General’s Report.
RuppertE. AlanDiocese of Belleville ILAccusedIn 1998, Bishop Michael J. O’Brien was removed from his duties as pastor of two churches after an allegation of sexual misconduct with a minor.
SchoenhofenRogerDiocese of Belleville ILSuedSchoenhofen was accused of sexually abusing a student at St. Henry’s Preparatory Seminary. He was still an active priest in 2008 and died 2/25/09.
SebescakGaryDiocese of Belleville ILAccusedBishop Gregory removed Sebescak from his assignment as associate pastor of St. Mary’s in Mount Vernon after credible allegations of sexual abuse.
SchwaegelJoseph R.Diocese of Belleville ILSettledFormer Vicar General, Monsignor, the “singing priest”, who admitted to being a sex addict, was sued by a boy for abuse between 1987 and 1989. The boy was a 6-year-old kindergartener at Cathedral Grade School.
TheisFrancisDiocese of Belleville ILSuedDeacon Theis was removed in 1993 and deemed unfit to continue in the employment of the diocese in 1995. He was named as a sexual abuser of a youth in 1981-1983.
VonnahmenRobert J.Diocese of Belleville ILSettledVonnahmen, founder and long-time director of Camp Ondessonk, was accused of sexually abusing boys and girls, spanning most of his career. He was removed from active ministry without privileges in 1993, and died in 2016 at a Highland IL nursing home.
BarrettJohn F.Diocese of Joliet ILAccusedBarrett was placed on leave in 2002 due to old accusations that he molested an 8th grade boy in Catholic school in 1968. He was cleared by diocesan investigation in 2002 and returned to ministry.
BennettRichard L.Diocese of Joliet ILSuedBennett was said to have abused a youth once in 1976 after learning of abuse by another priest. A civil suit was dismissed in 2006, and Bennett was laicized in 2022.
BoyceJamesDiocese of Joliet ILAccusedThe Carmelite Order, Province of the Most Pure Heart of Mary, named him publicly as accused in 11/2020. He died in 2010.
BedardWilliamDiocese of Joliet ILAccusedBedard was publicly named as credibly accused of sexual abuse of minors by the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart USA Province.
BuczynaAndrew L.Diocese of Joliet ILAccusedBuczyna was removed from ministry in 2008 and included in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report.
BurkeJohn J.Diocese of Joliet ILChargedA man told the Attorney General’s investigators that Burke abused him at about age 13 in 1958. Four people had come forward in 1984 with allegations of abuse as children 1980-1984 by Burke, while he was assigned to St. George in Bourbonnais.
A man told the Order Burke sexually abused him from 1972-1975, and that the priest would ply him with alcohol and drugs.
BurnettJames R.Diocese of Joliet ILSettledAccused in 2/2006, denied, removed, sued in 5/2006, second suit filed in 2007, diocese reopened investigation in 2010, priest removed from ministry in 2013, personnel files released in 4/30/2014, priest died in 2019.
CellRobertDiocese of Joliet ILAccusedThe Missionaries of the Sacred Heart USA Province listed Cell as credibly accused in 1985 and 2004.
CorbinoThomas A.Diocese of Joliet ILAccusedThe diocese learned of allegations of inappropriate behavior with a minor in 1987-2008 and sent the priest to treatment. He was later removed as chaplain at Central DuPage Hospital.
O’BrienDaniel (William Kevin)Diocese of Joliet ILAccusedO’Brien was a member of the Carmelite order from 1953 to 2005, and was named publicly as accused on the Carmelites list 11/22/2020.
DennerleinArnoDiocese of Joliet ILSuedDennerlein was accused of sexually abusing boys in the 1970s, but denied the allegations. A review board deemed one of the allegations credible, and a suit was dismissed due to the statute of limitations.
DederaPhillip J.Diocese of Joliet ILSettledDedera was removed from hospital chaplain ministry in 2002 after a credible allegation of abuse. He was sued in 2006 by a person alleging abuse over 100 times at St. Pius X parish in Lombard 1975-1976.
IIIWilliam Dugal,Diocese of Joliet ILAccusedSpent many years in a wheelchair and retired in 2000. Name first appeared on diocese’s list of priests with credible allegations 3/12/2013.
DinanPaul F.Diocese of Joliet ILAccusedPriest with many years of experience, retired in 1980 and included on Joliet diocese’s list of priests with credible allegations.
DochstaderRichardDiocese of Joliet ILAccusedOntario, Canada native, ordained for the Missionaries of St. Charles, worked in British Columbia, and was incardinated in 1987. Died in 2003.
FairfieldLeonard (Jeffrey)Diocese of Joliet ILAccusedFairfield lived in Ontario, Canada, PA, WDC, MA, Lima Peru, TX, IL, FL, NY, CA, VA, and died in 2005.
FischerLowell E.Diocese of Joliet ILSettledFischer was ordained for the Trappists, moved to Hawaii, became a parish priest, and was removed from ministry in 2002. He was named in a new civil suit filed against the Joliet diocese in 2014, which notes 4 “reported survivors”.
FloresAlejandroDiocese of Joliet ILConvictedAfter a couple accused him of abusing their 13-year-old son, Flores was removed from First Family and tried to commit suicide. He was arrested and charged with attempted abuse of the first victim’s brother, and was sentenced to four years in prison.
FormusaSalvatoreDiocese of Joliet ILAccusedThe diocese of Joliet released the files of a priest named publicly as credibly accused in 2006, after he retired and died.
Formusa admitted to the Diocese in 1962 that he had sexually abused a 9-year-old girl. He was sent to WI for treatment and was accused of abuse of a 15-year-old girl in 1964.
FrederickJames M.Diocese of Joliet ILAccusedFrederick was dean of students at the former St. Charles Borromeo [minor] seminary in Romeoville in the mid-1960s and later assigned as CFO for the Diocese. He died in 1988.
GibbneyMichael L.Diocese of Joliet ILSettledRemoved from ministry in 1992, sued in 2002, included on diocese’s list of credibly accused in 2006, named in new suit filed in 2013, released personnel files in 2014, laicized in 2011, died in 2020.
GibbsLawrence M.Diocese of Joliet ILSettledMultiple accusers, transferred, accused of abuse in 1979, transferred again, accused of abuse of an 11-year-old boy for six years, removed from ministry in 1992, left priesthood in the 1990s, married, removed from position as a counselor in 2002 pending investigation, laicized in 2022.
GilmanLeonard J.Diocese of Joliet ILAccusedLate vocation. Worked and/or studied as a Carmelite in WDC, NJ, IL, Ontario Canada, IL, MA, Parish priest and pastor, Vice President at Joliet Catholic Academy, Eastern Commissariat of the Province Director of Vocations, then Provincial.
GleesonWilliam (Patrick)Diocese of Joliet ILAccusedGleeson was named publicly as accused by the Order on 11/22/2020, and included in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report.
HowlinCarrollDiocese of Joliet ILSuedA man alleges that a mission priest abused him as a boy in 1975 at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary and during trips to KY. The priest was quickly removed from ministry and was permanently removed after a 2010 canonical trial.
JendrysikMarkDiocese of Joliet ILAccusedThe diocese named him publicly as accused in 2018, and he was laicized in 2021.
JacklinRichard E.Diocese of Joliet ILConvictedPastor of Sacred Heart parish in Goodrich, charged with sexual assault of a paralyzed man with an intellectual disability. Convicted in 2022 and sentenced to 18 years in prison and life parole upon release.
JochemHaroldDiocese of Joliet ILSuedA man filed a civil suit against Jochem and Salwach in 2004 alleging abuse 1974-1978. Jochem died in 1993.
KremerRobert (Barry)Diocese of Joliet ILAccusedSeveral states and Canada have named this priest as a sexual abuser. The location of the abuse is unknown.
LenczyckiFrederick A.Diocese of Joliet ILGuilty pleaA priest was removed in 2002, pleaded guilty to abuse of three boys in 2004, and was sentenced to five years prison. He admitted to abusing up to 30 boys over 25 years, and was deemed too dangerous to release.
MalzoneJohn D.Diocese of Joliet ILAccusedLeft ministry in 1970. Died in 2008. Named publicly by the Joliet diocese on its list revised 3/12/2013 of credibly accused. Included in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report, which notes at least one “reported survivor.”
McBrienKevinDiocese of Joliet ILAccusedDennis Kevin McBrien was removed from position at St. Matthew’s In Glendale Heights in 5/2010 after allegations of abuse. He was also listed on the Carmelites’ list of credibly accused in 11/22/2020 and Joliet’s list in 2/2021.
McGrathRichard J.Diocese of Joliet ILSettledMcGrath was accused of sexual abuse of a boy ages 13-15 in 1995-1996 at Providence Catholic High School in New Lenox. He was moved to his Order’s St. John Stone Friary in Hyde Park, across an alley from a preschool and near a Catholic grade school.
MeisJ. AnthonyDiocese of Joliet ILSettledMeis left his position in Joliet in 1994 after an allegation of sexual misconduct with a minor in the late 1980s. He became chaplain at St. Anthony’s Medical Center in St. Louis but was removed in 2002.
MullinsLawrence W.Diocese of Joliet ILSuedFirst allegations received in 1986. Five men filed suit in 2002 alleging Mullins molested them as children; four of the plaintiffs refiled under a new law; diocese released personnel files in 2013; laicized in 2018.
NowakJames A.Diocese of Joliet ILSettledAfter an allegation of sex abuse of a minor occurring about 25 years prior, Nowak was removed without privileges from his parish, named in a new suit, and settled a $4.137 million lawsuit with eight men.
O’ConnorDonald G.Diocese of Joliet ILAccusedO’Connor’s mental stability had been questioned when he was a seminarian, and he was removed from ministry in 2002 after allegations of abuse were substantiated. He was paid to say mass intentions even after privileges were removed.
PoffEdward F.Diocese of Joliet ILAccusedPoff was accused of sexually abusing a minor in 1994, was sent for therapy, and was permanently removed from ministry in 2002. He died in 2020.
PockDonald P.Diocese of Joliet ILSuedPock told parishioners he was a recovering alcoholic, but was accused of abuse of a minor in the early 1970s. He died in 2004 and was included in the Attorney General’s Report in 2023.
PriorFranklin (Felix)Diocese of Joliet ILAccusedPrior named publicly as credibly accused by the Order on its list 11/22/2020. Removed from public ministry in 2017 and put on a safety plan.
RossAnthony J.Diocese of Joliet ILSuedBishop Ross molested a 15-year-old boy twice in 1981, was sent to treatment, returned to the Joliet diocese, was permanently removed from ministry in 2002, and was included on the Joliet diocese’s list of credibly accused in 2006, and was sued in 2006.
RuffaloRichard M.Diocese of Joliet ILSettledRuffalo was accused of abusing boys when they were boys and stealing from collections. He was over $95K in debt when he died and was listed on the diocese’s 4/2006 list of credibly accused.
RyanFrancis LeeDiocese of Joliet ILAccusedRyan was accused of sexual abuse on multiple occasions of a boy at Providence High School, about 30-35 years prior. He denied the allegation, but was again removed from ministry in 2012.
SalwachJeffreyDiocese of Joliet ILSettledJeffrey Salwach was placed on leave in 2003 after being accused of abusing a boy, ages 9-13, at St. Jude in New Lenox 1974-1978. He admitted to fondling the boy and “a number of [other] minors” in the 1970s.
Salwach worked in Quincy, Galena, Parma, Cleveland, Joliet, San Antonio, Ruston and St. Louis before being assigned to LaVerna Friary.
Dismissed from the Order in 4/2016, listed as credibly accused in the IL Attorney General’s 5/23/2023 report.
SimonelliGerald J.Diocese of Joliet ILAccusedSimonelli was removed from ministry in 2010 after a 21-year-old man accused him of “inappropriate conduct” that occurred more than two years prior. He was laicized in 2020 and included on the diocese’s list of credibly accused in 2/2021.
SladeHenryDiocese of Joliet ILSuedIn 1990, Slade was removed from ministry and pleaded guilty to sexual misconduct with an 18-year-old disabled man. In 2015, he was accused of abusing an 11-year-old boy and was included on the diocese’s list of credibly accused.
SlownJohn C.Diocese of Joliet ILConvictedSlown sexually abused at least twenty children, according to diocesan files. He was convicted of sexually abusing a boy in DuPage County in 1983, sent to treatment, reassigned, removed from ministry, and died in 2022.
StalzerDavidDiocese of Joliet ILSuedA 1993 civil suit was dismissed after the plaintiff claimed to have been treated by two psychologists who denied having seen the man.
StefanichEdward A.Diocese of Joliet ILConvictedStefanich abused a 15-year-old girl for 16 months 1985-1986, was warned by a counselor in 1986, and was removed from the Church in 1987. He was sentenced to six months in jail and a year of counseling, and laicized in 1988.
StormJames O.Diocese of Joliet ILAccusedPriest with credible allegations of sexual abuse of minors, died in 1974. Two “reported survivors” were found.
DurenCharles VanDiocese of Joliet ILAccusedA credible accusation was received after the death of this priest of sexual abuse of a minor. He was included in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report.
VirtueWilliam D.Diocese of Joliet ILSettledAccused of abuse in the Joliet diocese in 1980-1981, but not included on the Joliet diocese’s list of confirmed abusers released 4/09/2006. Left Joliet and incardinated into Peoria diocese in 1988, but was removed from ministry in 2006.
WalshOliver T.Diocese of Joliet ILAccusedWalsh’s name appeared on the list of priests with credible allegations of sexual abuse of minors after his death.
WhiteMyles PatrickDiocese of Joliet ILConvictedAfter being seen on a videotape having sex with a boy, White was removed from ministry, sentenced to four years prison, released from prison in 1995, named in a new civil suit in 2013, and died in 2012.
YoreFrancis (Lambert)Diocese of Joliet ILAccusedYore was named publicly as credibly accused by the Order on 1/20/2021 and included in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report.
AndersonJohn C.Diocese of Peoria ILSuedAnderson was removed from assignment at St. Edward’s in 1993, but continued to work in administrative positions until 2002.
A boy was sexually abused by John Anderson at St. Edward’s in the late 1970s-early 1980s. The diocese told the boy they knew Anderson had abused young boys and suggested he forgive the priest.
BarnettRobert O.Diocese of Peoria ILAccusedThe diocese removed Barnett from ministry due to allegations of abuse of minors, and the IL Attorney General’s Report notes 6 reported survivors.
BeebeCharlesDiocese of Peoria ILReinstatedMonsignor Beebe was accused of sexual abuse of a 15-year-old boy in 1981. The allegation was deemed unsubstantiated.
BrennanPatrick B.Diocese of Peoria ILAccusedA 71-year-old man stated publicly that he was sexually assaulted at age 6 by group of men, including Brennan. He decided not to pursue legal action after receiving anonymous phone calls from people harassing him about the allegations.
BreuningWalter A.Diocese of Peoria ILSettledRetired in 1999, removed from public ministry in 2002 after allegation of sexual abuse of minors 20-40 years prior, at least as young as age 9. At least 12 accusers.
BushEdward E.Diocese of Peoria ILSuedTwo women accused Bush of sexual misconduct against them when they were in 6th and 8th grades in 1964 or 1965. Bush was removed from ministry in 2002 and sued the diocese for defamation.
CassidyTerryDiocese of Peoria ILAccusedCassidy was removed from public ministry in 2015 due to accusations of sexual misconduct with a minor nearly 30 years prior.
CodyJ. GeorgeDiocese of Peoria ILAccusedA woman publicly alleged that Cody abused her and other girls in the 1950s when she was a 12-year-old polio patient at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center.
CondonLouisDiocese of Peoria ILSuedCondon was removed from active ministry in 1986 and later retired. He was accused of improperly touching and fondling a girl between 1958 and 1960 when she was ages 6-9.
CreagerRobert J.Diocese of Peoria ILAccusedCreager was one of seven priests asked to step down from public ministry in 2002 because of allegations of sexual abuse.
EngelsFrancisDiocese of Peoria ILConvictedEngels and two other priests were accused of abusing a boy in 1973. Engels was not placed on leave until the family went to the media in 1993, and he admitted to abusing a boy in the 1980s.
GoodmanNorman D.Diocese of Peoria ILSettledTwelve young men filed suits alleging abuse by Goodman, mostly in the 1980s. Goodman “resigned” from his parish in 1997, was placed on permanent leave in 2002, and named in a 4/2007 lawsuit.
HarbertWilliamDiocese of Peoria ILSettledThree teenage siblings came forward in the early 1980s saying that Harbert and Engles had abused them. The two priests were removed from public ministry in 1993 and admitted to the abuse.
HilandGeorge H.Diocese of Peoria ILAccusedRetired in 1994, Hiland was removed from public ministry in 11/2018 due to an allegation deemed credible of sexual misconduct with a minor about 50 years prior. He was accused of abusing a 7th-8th grade altar boy in the mid-1960s.
HughesRobert ThomasDiocese of Peoria ILAccusedHughes was named publicly as accused by the diocese sometime after 12/2018. He died 12/31/2016.
IsermannWilliam D.Diocese of Peoria ILAccusedIsermann was named publicly as accused by the diocese sometime after 12/2018. He was removed from ministry in 1993 and died in 1996.
KaneJ. EugeneDiocese of Peoria ILAccusedKane was named publicly by the diocese on its list sometime after 12/2018. He died 7/28/2009.
LeclercqM. DuaneDiocese of Peoria ILAccusedIn 1985, Leclercq fondled a boy, age 16, and in 2018 he admitted to abusing another boy. He was removed from public ministry in 2018 and included in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report.
LohanJohn EdwardDiocese of Peoria ILAccusedThe diocese listed Lohan as removed from ministry due to allegations of abuse of a minor before 2002. Lohan died in 1993.
MaloneyThomas W.Diocese of Peoria ILSettledMaloney was accused of abusing an 8-year-old altar boy 1995-96, but authorities found insufficient evidence to file criminal charges. The civil suit settled for $1.35M.
MillerThomas R.Diocese of Peoria ILAccusedMiller was placed on leave in 2004 after allegations of sexual assault. He was laicized in 2006 and appealed to Rome to reverse the laicization.
OnderkoJohn M.Diocese of Peoria ILAccusedRetired in 2005, Onderko was removed from public ministry in 2018 due to allegations of sexual misconduct. He was suing the diocese.
OstmeyerVictorianDiocese of Peoria ILAccusedA woman reported that Ostmeyer molested her as a child, and he was included on the Franciscans’ list, the Cincinnati archdiocese’s list, and the Peoria diocese’s list.
PerronToussaint J.Diocese of Peoria ILConvictedFr. Jeff Perron, from Canada, was removed from public ministry in 1992 and convicted of aggravated criminal sexual abuse of a boy, age 14, in rectory at St. John’s in Walnut, IL during the summer and fall of 1992.
PlunkettGregory J.Diocese of Peoria ILSettledPlunkett was removed from the priesthood in 2002 after allegations that he fondled a 13-year-old boy. He was suspended after other allegations were received, and was later charged with fondling a youth under age 17.
PilonJeromeDiocese of Peoria ILAccusedPilon was placed on leave in 1/2009 after allegations of sexual misconduct with a minor. He denied the allegations and was included in the 5/23/2023 Attorney General’s Report.
PusateriSamuel D.Diocese of Peoria ILGuilty pleaPusateri worked as teacher, chaplain and counselor at St. Bede Academy near Peru, IL for 20 years, receiving a 6-year jail sentence after pleading guilty to abusing a teenage student 1989-1990. He was still working in Rome in 2018.
RyanJohn J.Diocese of Peoria ILAccusedRyan was named publicly by the diocese on its list sometime after 12/2018. He died in 2000.
SchumacherLaurence C.Diocese of Peoria ILAccusedSchumacher was named publicly by the diocese on its list sometime after 12/2018. He died in 1980.
JaneMaryDiocese of Peoria ILSuedAccused in a 2005 suit of sexually abusing a girl age 6-7 in 1960-1961 at St. Patrick Catholic School in Washington. Her current status was unknown in 2005.
SlavishRichardDiocese of Peoria ILAccusedSlavish was placed on leave by the bishop in 2002 after allegations of abuse involving minors. He retired in April and was included in the 2018 Attorney General’s Report.
TomaszewskiBernardDiocese of Peoria ILAccusedThe diocese removed this priest in 1946 due to allegations of abuse of minors. He died in 2023.
TurnbullJohn B.Diocese of Peoria ILAccusedTurnbull was placed on leave in 2005 after allegations that he abused a boy in the late 1970s. He was included on several lists of priests with substantiated allegations against them, including the IL Attorney General’s Report.
AckerMichael R. VanDiocese of Peoria ILAccusedMedical center chaplain placed on leave in 2002 after allegations of sexual misconduct with a minor. Included in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report.
BanachEdwinDiocese of Rockford ILAccusedBanach abused two boys at St. Anthony of Padua between 1963 and 1970. He was transferred to a parish in California, then back to St. Anthony’s.
CharronJoseph J.Diocese of Rockford ILGuilty pleaBrother Andre was a member of the Little Brothers of the Good Shepherd and was placed on leave after a student reported him for sexual abuse. He was later charged with eight counts of sex abuse and assault.
CampobelloMark A.Diocese of Rockford ILConvictedIn 2000, he was removed from assignment at Aurora Central Catholic High School due to an “ongoing and public relationship …with a junior girl”. In 2002, he was arrested for sexually abusing a 14-year-old girl and was sentenced to 8 years in prison.
ClapsaddleHarlan B.Diocese of Rockford ILSettledClapsaddle was removed from ministry in 2002 after a new claim of abuse over three years in the mid-1980s. He is included in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report, which notes 6 “reported survivors”.
ConsidineThomasDiocese of Rockford ILAccusedConsidine was named publicly as accused by the diocese on its list 11/14/2018, was removed from ministry in 4/1980, and died in 3/1988. He sexually abused three brothers in the 1970s, one of whom died by suicide in 1978.
FeelyTheodoreDiocese of Rockford ILSuedFeely worked in IL, CA and NV. Two men separately alleged Feely abused them as boys in IL 1968-1972, and one man filed a civil suit against the Rockford Diocese claiming Feely repeatedly sexually abused him, including rape, at age 13 in 1969.
FrazierMichaelDiocese of Rockford ILAccusedRetired in 2011. On the Rockford diocese’s list of deacons, and on the IL Attorney General’s Report.
GaynorJamesDiocese of Rockford ILAccusedA man came forward in 2000 and 2002 to say that Gaynor had sexually abused him when he was 4-5 years old.
HarteAl F.Diocese of Rockford ILSuedA woman filed suit against three priests for abusing her while she was a student at Holy Family Catholic School.
HoldrenJohn C.Diocese of Rockford ILSuedAccused of sexually abusing a 7- to 9-year-old boy in the early 1970s at St. Rita’s of Cascia in Aurora. Took a long-term leave of absence in 1994 after he was injured in a reported home invasion.
JohnsonWalter E.Diocese of Rockford ILAccusedNamed publicly as accused on the Rockford diocese’s list 11/14/2018, and died 4/14/2018. He was included in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report.
JoffeWilliam I.Diocese of Rockford ILSuedJoffe was placed on leave in 1987 for mismanaging parish funds, pleaded guilty to embezzling $264K from his parish in 1981, was reassigned in 1992 to a parish, and was placed on leave again in 1993 after an allegation of sexual abuse.
KohlerPeter D.Diocese of Rockford ILAccusedKohler was assigned in LA, MO, MI, Madagascar, and lived at the La Salette House in Hartford CT 2011 until his death in 2014. He was named publicly as credibly accused by the Diocese of Rockford on its list 11/14/2018.
KuhlRichardDiocese of Rockford ILSuedKuhl professed final vows in 1954 and was included on the Rockford diocese’s list 11/14/2018 and the Sacred Heart Missionaries USA Province list of credibly accused in 5/23/2023.
LeMayChristopherDiocese of Rockford ILAccusedNamed publicly as credibly accused by the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart USA Province on its list in 2020. It notes allegation(s) received in 2018, and that he died in 1995.
O’HaraPatrickDiocese of Rockford ILAccusedO’Hara was named publicly as accused by the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart USA Province on its list of credibly accused in 2020. It notes allegation(s) reported in 2005, but does not reveal when or where the abuse took place.
PetitLeoDiocese of Rockford ILAccusedPetit’s name appeared in 2020 on a list of those with credible allegations of the sexual abuse of minors, and was added to the Diocese of Rockford’s list in 2020.
Pedraza-AriasAlfredoDiocese of Rockford ILGuilty pleaArrived in diocese in 2013 from Colombia. Arrested 2/11/2016, charged with criminal sexual abuse of two girls, was suspended from ministry 10/30/2014, pleaded not guilty in 9/2016, trial delayed, set for 11/27/2017, deported to Columbia 2/2018.
SkajaJeromeDiocese of Rockford ILSettledA man publicly stated that Skaja sexually assaulted him numerous times in the 1980s when he was a prepubescent student at Marmion Military Academy in Aurora. The Order admitted that Skaja was accused multiple times of molesting minors in the 1970s and 1980s, and that the allegations were “true”.
TullyJoseph J. M.Diocese of Rockford ILAccusedThe Rockford diocese named Tully as accused on 11/14/2018. He died 12/18/1982 and was included in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report.
CampbellAlvin L.Diocese of Springfield ILGuilty pleaCampbell was ordained for the Diocese of Springfield IL, served as a U.S. Army Chaplain 1963-1977, resigned from the Army when confronted with “a moral problem with boys/young men”, and was assigned as parish pastor in 1979. He abused 26 children from 1982-1985, and was laicized in 1992.
CernichJoseph D.Diocese of Springfield ILAccusedAssigned to parishes, active in Teens Encounter Christ, taught summer school at Griffin High, and worked for Catholic Charities administration offices until 2002. Laicized in 2003.
CostaEugene E.Diocese of Springfield ILAccusedNamed publicly as accused by the diocese, beat by two males, laicized, died 11/2/2021.
DeGrandRobertDiocese of Springfield ILAccusedAfter allegations of sexual misconduct against a minor, a review board found the allegations credible and the priest was sent to the Vatican for further action. No criminal prosecution occurred.
DeeGarrett NealDiocese of Springfield ILAccusedDee was ordained for the Springfield IL diocese, was placed on leave in June 2002, and admitted to sexual misconduct with minors in the Diocese of Springfield. He was included in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report.
DriscollMichael OwenDiocese of Springfield ILAccusedMonsignor. Censor Librorum for the diocese 1942-1960. Chancellor and General Counsel 1957-1960. Pastor 1960-1989 of Our Saviour in Jacksonville. Died 5/15/1989. Named publicly as accused on the diocese’s list 11/29/2018. Included in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report.
DoddRobertDiocese of Springfield ILSuedDodd began a ‘relationship’ with 15-year-old girl in 1968, which continued for several years. Her mother complained to the parish in 1968, and Dodd was transferred to a parish in the city where the girl was attending college.
DowneyKevin J.Diocese of Springfield ILAccusedDowney was suspended from his position as pastor of St Francis of Assisi Parish in Triangle VA in 2016 after an investigation of sexual misconduct with a male minor. He was removed permanently from all public ministries.
EagearRobertDiocese of Springfield ILAccusedNamed publicly as accused on the diocese’s list 11/29/2018. Died 9/22/1984. Included in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report.
FallerGeorgeDiocese of Springfield ILAccusedNamed publicly as accused on the diocese’s list 11/29/2018. Died 10/23/1975. Included in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report, which notes three “reported survivors,” of abuse 1954-1956 at St. Boniface in Edwardsville.
FranzenRayDiocese of Springfield ILAccusedNamed publicly as accused on the diocese’s list 11/29/2018. Died 10/4/1987. Included in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report, which notes two “reported survivors.”
HaveyJosephDiocese of Springfield ILSettledHarvey Havey was accused of sexually abusing at least five boys in the 1970s-1980s, ages 10-14, while pastor of St. Agnes. The suit was dismissed in 1995 due to the statute of limitations, and two other claims were pending at that time.
KromenakerGeorgeDiocese of Springfield ILAccusedNamed publicly as accused on the diocese’s list 11/29/2018. Died 5/10/2010. Included in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report, which notes at least one “reported survivor,” of abuse in 1967.
MascariPeterDiocese of Springfield ILSettledA woman told the diocese that Mascari groomed her from the age of 8 and began sexually abusing her when she was 18.
NiebruggeRichardDiocese of Springfield ILSuedA woman filed a lawsuit against Niebrugge in 2004 alleging that he had abused her for many years, beginning when she was 10 years old.
O’BrienJoseph CullenDiocese of Springfield ILAccusedO’Brien was named publicly as accused on the diocese’s list 11/29/2018, and died 3/27/1978. More than a dozen people have come forward with allegations that O’Brien sexually abused them young boys, from the 1940-1976.
O’HaraJames PatrickDiocese of Springfield ILAccusedAdded on 6/18/2019 to the Springfield diocesan list of accused priests, as the subject of a substantiated case of sexual abuse of a minor. Died 11/15/1987. Included in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report.
O’HaraFrank J.Diocese of Springfield ILSuedTwo women filed suit against O’Hara in 2008, accusing him of sexually abusing them as girls. He died in 2006 at age 90.
RyanDaniel L.Diocese of Springfield ILAccusedA bishop was named as a co-defendant in a 1999 lawsuit by three men who alleged he failed to act against sexual misconduct by clergy because he was involved in homosexual relationships.
Bishop Ryan sexually abused several men, including an 11-year-old altar boy, over several years.
SchlangenLouisDiocese of Springfield ILSuedSchlangen was retired in 2007 and accused of sexual abuse of a girl when she was about 5 to 7 years old. No action was taken against Schlangen.
SchwellenbachAloysiusDiocese of Springfield ILAccusedNamed publicly as accused on the diocese’s list 11/29/2018. Died 9/15/2000. Included in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report, which notes four “reported survivors.”
SheaLouis C.Diocese of Springfield ILAccusedTwo survivors stated Shea molested them, one weekly from 1962-1965 at age 7-10, and the other from 1960-1964 at age 6-9. He said he had no recollection.
The girls were abused by Shea while he worked for Catholic Charities. One sister has been contacted by other Shea victims.
TebanguraFrancisDiocese of Springfield ILAccusedNamed publlicly as accused on the diocese’s list 11/29/2018. Not in active ministry since 3/10/2006. Reportedy returned to his native Uganda. Included in the 5/23/2023 IL Attorney General’s Report, which notes two “reported survivors.”
WeertsWalter M.Diocese of Springfield ILGuilty pleaAt least 22 victims, spanning his priesthood. Sentenced to six years in prison, released after three years, laicized in 1989.
Fr. Kevin Laughery recommended Weerts for a job as a teacher, and some of his college students had him babysit their children.
Weerts abused around 20 young boys prior to the 1985 criminal charge. He was moved from two parishes in 1978 after parents reported he was abusing their son, and received treatment in 1979.
WesthoffFrank D.Diocese of Springfield ILAccusedAfter an allegation that he abused a 14-year-old in 1966, Westhoff was transferred to the Crosier Seminary in Onmia MN in 1986, and then to the Jefferson City MO diocese in 1987. He retired in 2003 and died in 2006.
YunkerStanislausDiocese of Springfield ILSuedNamed in a 10/18 lawsuit as having sexually abused a girl 1972-75, when she was ages 4-7. Longtime pastor of St. Vincent de Paul in Springfield. Died in 1975.

About Clergy Sexual Abuse

Illinois Clergy sexual abuse occurs when a person with a position of authority in the church engages in unethical, inappropriate, and exploitative sexual behavior towards an individual under their spiritual care. This abuse severely erodes the trust a victim has in the church and may lead to depression, anxiety, and emotional and physical trauma.

Victims of abuse at the hands of Catholic clergy must report the abuse and seek legal action. Begin with a free, confidential consultation with a lawyer who has experience dealing with alleged abuse within religious orders. An Illinois attorney will take steps to bring a claim against the abuser, including collecting evidence, representing the victim at trial, and negotiating a settlement.

With Injury Lawyer Team, survivors of abuse can expect an expert, results-driven attorney to guide them through the Illinois legal process for highly sensitive child sexual abuse cases. Survivors can file a civil lawsuit that may result in substantial monetary compensation for damages. Our firm provides free consultation, evidence collection, negotiation and settlement, and trial representation.

Laws and Regulations in Illinois

As of 2014, Illinois does not have a statute of limitations for civil child sex abuse cases. However, this amendment does not apply retroactively so cases before 2014 may still be subject to time limits.

Regardless of the timeline, there is no statute of limitations for criminal cases of felony or misdemeanor sexual offenses against a minor. Qualified, experienced lawyers will guide you through the laws to file suit for a credible allegation.

Filing a Clergy Sexual Abuse Lawsuit in Illinois

Your decision to file a civil suit against clergy members can be stressful and bring up traumatic memories. Fortunately, working with a compassionate and experienced clergy abuse lawyer will help you navigate the process. When you are ready to seek justice against the clergy member or diocese, there are several steps involved.

  1. Contact an experienced Illinois clergy abuse attorney at Injury Lawyer Team for a free consultation.
  2. Gather evidence to support your case. This may include your medical records, photos, recordings of conversations, emails, text messages, and more.
  3. Work through negotiation and settlement with your experienced lawyer who understands the sensitive nature of cases of sex abuse.
  4. If the liable party is unwilling to negotiate and settle the case reasonably, your lawyer will prepare your case for court and support you through the process.

Support Resources for Survivors in Illinois

If you’re a survivor of sexual assault from a clergy member or other church employees, finding both legal and emotional support is important to help your healing process. Illinois has extensive services available, including: 

Notable Cases and Outcomes in Illinois

There are over 1,500 Illinois priests accused of abuse, including over 160 in the Archdiocese of Chicago, 19 from the Diocese of Belleville, and 43 from the Joliet Diocese. Cases with substantiated allegations include:

  • Daniel McCormack was accused of abusing a minor male while in seminary and an altar boy in 1999. The Archdiocese ignored a warning about him in 2003, and he was arrested in 2005 on credible allegations of child abuse. The Archdiocese advised him to remain silent about the allegations, and he was released. Despite his history of abuse and arrest, he remained in ministry and became a dean in 2005. Finally, he was arrested again in 2006, removed from the ministry, pled guilty, and was sentenced to 5 years in prison. 
  • Priest John Walter Calicott was suspended after he was credibly accused of sexually abusing two boys. He was sent to treatment, considered a non-threat, and allowed to return to active ministry. In 2004, while teaching sex education in a parish school, he was accused of sexually abusing four young boys when he was with the Chicago Archdiocese. 
  • Robert Friese, while a teacher at Maryville Academy in Des Plaines, was accused of abuse of a 13-year-old boy. He was indicted while on leave from the Chicago Archdiocese and working as a researcher at the University of Illinois–Chicago’s child care program. He was convicted in 1985, resigned from the priesthood, and placed on probation for 4 years.
  • In 2002 the Archdiocese received allegations that Joseph R. Bennett sexually abused three boys in the 1970s. Polygraphs confirmed this, but a review board found no cause to suspect him. However, in 2003 he was accused of abuse including the rape of two girls but kept on as a priest until the McCormack case broke. He was removed from the ministry in 2006.

Our attorneys have reviewed public and private settlement data related to Illinois clergy abuse settlements. Depending on the circumstances of your case, these cases may be fairly valued in the $400,000 to $950,000 range. In cases of extreme conduct or if that case were to go before a jury, damages could exceed $1 million.

Why Choose Injury Lawyer Team?

The traumatic, sensitive nature of abuse cases requires a law firm committed to supporting you every step of the way.

  • $14,200,000 – Priest grooming and handling
  • $4,100,000 – Deacon assault and rape
  • $3,000,000 – Clergy child abuse filed in adulthood
  • $2,475,000 – Volunteer-perpetrated Catholic church abuse
  • $2,250,000 – Religious school priest teen sexual abuse
  • $1,500,000 – Case filed against a deceased priest

Our clergy abuse lawyers how frightening it is to address past abuse, and we are dedicated to getting you justice while you heal. We’ve secured settlements for multiple victims of credibly accused clergy and have the expertise to take on your case in Illinois. 

We represent victims of sexual abuse in the following Dioceses:

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Jonathan Rosenfeld, Chicago Personal Injury Lawyer

It can be difficult to take the first steps in seeking justice for yourself or a loved one who was sexually abused by priests in an Illinois diocese. Fortunately, our skilled lawyers are ready to stand by your side and navigate your case from consultation until trial and settlement.

Contact Injury Lawyer Team today and schedule a free consultation. Call us at 866-757-6452 or reach out to us online.

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