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.
Bishop of Buffalo
ChurchRoman Catholic Church
SeeDiocese of Buffalo
In officeApril 23, 1847 (1847-04-23) – April 16, 1867 (1867-04-16)
SuccessorStephen V. Ryan
Orders
OrdinationSeptember 23, 1826 (September 23, 1826)
ConsecrationApril 23, 1847
by John Hughes
Personal details
Born(1797-02-12)February 12, 1797
Conewago, Pennsylvania, US
DiedApril 16, 1867(1867-04-16) (aged 70)
Buffalo, New York, US
Previous post(s)Prefect apostolic of the Republic of Texas
EducationSt. Mary of the Barrens Seminary
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