Grand Marshal Named for St. Patrick's Parade


2024 St. Patricks Day ParadeGrand Marshal George Keller | File Photo

The Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade will march down Main Street in Center Moriches on March 10, with George Keller serving as Grand Marshal. sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce of the Moriches, the popular parade is in its 20th year.

Leading the parade will be a community volunteer who’s been involved in a number of local organizations for decades. Keller has been with the Knights of Columbus Queen of All Hearts Council for 32 years and serves as a Lector with St. John’s the Evangelist Church in Center Moriches.

Retired from GE Aviation, the Grand Marshal was involved in scouting for years as his sons, Frederick and Patrick, were members of Troop 414 and Pack 23. He’s been married to his wife, Terry, for 49 years. He set an excellent example for his grandkids as Riley has achieved the rank of Eagle Scout, and Jamison is making his way through Cub Scouts.

The chamber will have its annual parade dinner in honor of the Grand Marshal on March 8 at Rock Hill Country Club, according to Chamber Director Miriam Gillies. The parade will feature bagpipe bands, emergency services assets, and marchers and floats from many local groups.

For more information, go to www.moricheschamber.org.

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