Edward Dunn (bishop)

Edward Dunn (born November 26, 1908, in Birkenhead, England; died September 20, 1996, in Liverpool, England) was a Roman Catholic bishop who served as the Bishop of Middlesbrough from 1957 to 1988.

Dunn was educated at St. Edward's College, Liverpool, and Ushaw College, Durham. He was ordained to the priesthood on June 29, 1933. Prior to his episcopal appointment, he served in various pastoral roles within the Archdiocese of Liverpool, including curacies and as parish priest.

On February 21, 1957, Dunn was appointed Bishop of Middlesbrough by Pope Pius XII. He was consecrated on March 25, 1957, by Archbishop John Carmel Heenan of Liverpool, with Bishops George Andrew Beck of Salford and John Edward Petit of Menevia serving as co-consecrators.

During his episcopate, Dunn oversaw the implementation of the reforms of the Second Vatican Council within the Diocese of Middlesbrough. He focused on promoting ecumenism, social justice, and Catholic education. He also oversaw the construction and renovation of numerous churches and schools within the diocese.

Dunn retired as Bishop of Middlesbrough on December 3, 1988. He spent his retirement in Liverpool and died on September 20, 1996. He is remembered for his pastoral care and his commitment to the people of the Diocese of Middlesbrough.