About Thomas Kiely Gorman
Lived 1892 – 1980 (aged 87). Thomas Kiely Gorman was an American catholic priest and catholic bishop.
Priesthood Gorman was ordained to the priesthood by Bishop Daniel Francis Feehan for the Diocese of Monterey-Los Angeles on June 23, 1917.
Bishop of Reno On April 24, 1931, Gorman was appointed the first bishop of the new Diocese of Reno by Pope Pius XI. During World War II, he created United Service Organizations (USO) centers for soldiers on leave, African-American wartime workers and residents in Boulder City, Nevada. His decision met widespread opposition, but he refused to reverse it.
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Who was Thomas Kiely Gorman?
Catholic bishop (1892-1980)
When was Thomas Kiely Gorman born?
Thomas Kiely Gorman was born on 30 August 1892 in Pasadena.
When did Thomas Kiely Gorman die?
Thomas Kiely Gorman died on 16 August 1980 in Dallas, Texas.
What was Thomas Kiely Gorman's occupation?
Thomas Kiely Gorman was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.
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Thomas Kiely Gorman was American.
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