Father Joseph McGarvey

Diocese of Camden

Known Assignments:

• St. Joseph, East Camden
• St. Cecilia, Pennsauken
• St. Mary, Gloucester
• St. Joseph, Woodstown
• St. Ann, Elmer
• St. Mary Magdalen, Millville
• St. Maria Goretti, Runnemede

Summary of Sexual Abuse allegations against Father Joseph McGarvey:

Father Joseph McGarvey was accused of sexually abusing three teenaged boys, ages 12-15, beginning in the late 1960’s. The three victims filed a civil suit against McGarvey, which settled for $384,000. The abuse was reported to the church in 1986, but McGarvey was not removed from ministry until the lawsuit was filed in 1993.

Father McGarvey was ordained in 1950.

If you have information about Father Joseph McGarvey or if you are considering a case against Father McGarvey or the Diocese of Camden, please contact Andreozzi + Foote at 866-694-3103 or send us a message online. We have been protecting the rights of sexual abuse survivors for years and offer free consultations. We handle cases against abusive priests, clergy, nuns, religious leaders, and the Diocese of Camden. The time to purse a case against Father Joseph McGarvey or the Diocese of Camden may be limited, so it is important to consult with us quickly to understand and preserve your legal options.