Background
Fitzmaurice, John E. was born on January 9, 1840 in Ireland. Son of James and Katherine Fitzmaurice.
Fitzmaurice, John E. was born on January 9, 1840 in Ireland. Son of James and Katherine Fitzmaurice.
Graduated from Saint Charles Seminary
Ordained priest, 1862. Was consecrated bishop of Amisus and coadjutor bishop of Erie with right of succession, February 1898. Succeeded, September 1899.