Michael J. Bransfield: key obituary facts
Is Michael J. Bransfield dead? Yes. Michael J. Bransfield died on May 7, 2026, at age 82.
Cause of death: Michael J. Bransfield's cause of death has not been publicly confirmed.
What was Michael J. Bransfield known for?
He was known as American Roman-Catholic priest, bishop.
More about Michael J. Bransfield
Born: 8 September 1943.
Place of birth: Philadelphia.
Gender: male.
Occupation: Catholic priest, Catholic bishop.
Nationality: United States.
Education: The Catholic University of America, St. Charles Borromeo Seminary.
Awards: Knight in the Order of the Holy Sepulchre.
Michael J.
Bransfield, an American Roman Catholic prelate who served as bishop of Wheeling-Charleston from 2004 to 2018, died on May 7, 2026, at age 82. Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on September 8, 1943, he was a bishop of the Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston in West Virginia from 2005 to 2018.
After his retirement in 2018, a church investigation examined allegations of sexual harassment of adults and financial improprieties. The report said the harassment accusations were credible and found that diocesan funds had been diverted to support a lavish lifestyle.
Michael J. Bransfield, 82, American Roman Catholic prelate, bishop of Wheeling-Charleston (2004–2018).