John Timon
John Timon, C.M. (February 12, 1797 – April 16, 1867) was a prelate of the Roman Catholic Church. He served as the bishop of the new Diocese of Buffalo in Western New York and founder of the brothers of the Holy Infancy religious order.
His Excellency, The Most Reverend John Timon. C.M. | |
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Bishop of Buffalo | |
Church | Roman Catholic Church |
See | Diocese of Buffalo |
In office | April 23, 1847 – April 16, 1867 |
Successor | Stephen V. Ryan |
Orders | |
Ordination | September 23, 1826 |
Consecration | April 23, 1847 by John Hughes |
Personal details | |
Born | Conewago, Pennsylvania, US | February 12, 1797
Died | April 16, 1867 70) Buffalo, New York, US | (aged
Previous post(s) | Prefect apostolic of the Republic of Texas |
Education | St. Mary of the Barrens Seminary |
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