Br. Francis Mary Sparacino

Listed in the 6/18/2013 Audit and Review Report of the Files of the Capuchin Province of St. Joseph is an individual identified as Sparacino, who was a friar at the time and had been accused of sexually abusing minors. The report does not provide any further details regarding the allegations against him. Sparacino primarily worked as a tailor for the Province of St. Joseph throughout his career. By 8/2013, he was residing in a nursing home under supervision. Unfortunately, Sparacino passed away on 1/19/2015. His inclusion in the 5/23/2023 Report by the Illinois Attorney General further highlights his involvement in these matters.