Father John Scully, a priest for 50 years, dies

July 30, 2022 at 8:57 p.m.
Father John Scully, a priest for 50 years, dies
Father John Scully, a priest for 50 years, dies


Bishop David M. O'Connell, C.M., announced July 30 the death of Father John Scully earlier that day in Lawrenceville.

A retired priest of the Diocese, Father Scully celebrated the 50th anniversary of his priestly ordination on May 20. He was ordained May 20, 1972 in St. Mary of the Assumption Cathedral, Trenton, by Bishop George W. Ahr. He retired in 2015 after having served as pastor of St. Clement Parish, Matawan, for 18 years.

The Monitor will share details about funeral services when they are available. 


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Bishop David M. O'Connell, C.M., announced July 30 the death of Father John Scully earlier that day in Lawrenceville.

A retired priest of the Diocese, Father Scully celebrated the 50th anniversary of his priestly ordination on May 20. He was ordained May 20, 1972 in St. Mary of the Assumption Cathedral, Trenton, by Bishop George W. Ahr. He retired in 2015 after having served as pastor of St. Clement Parish, Matawan, for 18 years.

The Monitor will share details about funeral services when they are available. 

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