James Keefe was an Irish RomanCatholic cleric who was the founder of St. Patrick's, Carlow College. He was Bishop of Kildare and Leighlin for over 35 years (1752-1787).[1] He lived most of his time at Tullow, County Carlow.
He was preceded by Bishop James Gallagher in 1737 and succeeded by Bishop Daniel Delany in 1787, who was his co-adjutor Bishop and also helped in the foundation of Carlow College.
References
- ^ "Carlow College adapts to changing times". The Irish Times. Retrieved 27 June 2017.
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