John Timon
John Timon. C.M. | |
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| Bishop of Buffalo | |
| Church | Roman Catholic Church |
| See | Diocese of Buffalo |
| In office | April 23, 1847 – April 16, 1867 |
| Successor | Stephen V. Ryan |
| Previous post | Prefect apostolic of the Republic of Texas (1840 to 1847) |
| Orders | |
| Ordination | September 23, 1826 by Joseph Rosati |
| Consecration | April 23, 1847 by John Hughes |
| Personal details | |
| Born | February 12, 1797 Conewago, Pennsylvania, US |
| Died | April 16, 1867 (aged 70) |
| Education | St. Mary of the Barrens Seminary |
| Motto | Sub umbra alarum tuarum (Under the shadow of your wings) |
John Timon, C.M. (February 12, 1797 – April 16, 1867) was an American Catholic prelate who served as the first bishop of Buffalo in New York State from 1847 to 1867.
Timon previously served as prefect apostolic of the Republic of Texas from 1840 to 1847. He founded the Brothers of the Holy Infancy and was a member of the Vincentians.