City of Worcester, MA

08/20/2025 | Press release | Archived content

Worcester to Host Square Dedication for Korean War Veteran Private First Class John D. Kelleher

WORCESTER, Mass. - The City of Worcester Veterans Services Division is hosting a square dedication ceremony for Private First Class John D. "Jacky" Kelleher on Sunday, Aug. 24.

Kelleher was a Worcester resident and lived at 18 Hartshorn Dr. He fought in the Korean War as a member of the 38th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Battalion, E Company. He was killed in action on Aug. 25, 1950.

WHAT: Square Dedication for Private First Class John D. Kelleher
WHO: City officials, Korean War representatives, Kelleher family members
WHERE: Corner of June Street and Hartshorn Avenue
WHEN: Sunday, Aug. 24, 2025, at 12:30 p.m.

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