Background
Gilmore, Joseph Michael was born on March 22, 1893 in New York, New York, United States. Son of John Jay and Mary T. (Hanrahan) Gilmore.
Gilmore, Joseph Michael was born on March 22, 1893 in New York, New York, United States. Son of John Jay and Mary T. (Hanrahan) Gilmore.
Graduated from St. Peter’s Parochial School, Anaconda, Mont.
Ordained priest R.C. Church, 1915. Professor Latin and English, Carroll College, Helena, Montana, 1915-1919. Pastor St. Teresa’s Church, Whitehall, Montana, 1920-1925.
Pastor St. Helena’s Church and chaplain St. James’ Hospital, Butte, Montana, 1925-1927. Chancellor diocese of Helena, 1927-1935. Appointed bishop of Helena, December 16, 1935, consecrated, February 19, 1936.
Chairman board of corporators and trustee Carroll College. Knights of Columbus.