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UPDATE: Arrival date for remains of Harland J. Hennessey moved to Thursday, August 21; procession arrival time still in negotiation

Published on August 13, 2025

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BOONVILLE- There is another update pertaining to the arrival of the remains of Harland J. Hennessey.

Just recently, officials announced that his remains would be brought home on Wednesday, August 20. However as of this past Tuesday evening, that date has been pushed back to Thursday, August 21, 2025.

For now, Private Hennessey’s remains are expected to arrive late that afternoon at Rochester Airport. However, according to officials, there are still a few things up in the air amidst lingering negotiations with the airlines, meaning further developments and tweaks may surface.

The way things stand as of this publication, the escort is expected to arrive at Tractor Supply parking lot in the Riverside Shopping Center (North Utica, NY) sometime between 7:00 and 8:00 p.m.

With that said, officials warn there may be additional tweaks that come along in the days ahead.

Private Hennessey served his country during WWII in the Pacific Theater and was captured. He ultimately passed away in a prisoner of war camp, but his remains were properly identified last-year.

Harland J. Hennessey Image

Private Harland J. Hennessey image.

Since then, arrangements have been in the works to bring his remains home for a proper burial service.

Veterans’ groups, motorcycle escorts, and members of the public are encouraged to line NY Route 12 North from Utica to Boonville, stand along village streets, and proudly welcome Pvt. Hennessey home on the day of his arrival.

Escort staging location:

Tractor Supply Parking Lot, Riverside Center, Utica, NY (Coordinates: 43.12848, -75.22161).

Escort route:

  • Approximately 29-miles northbound on NY Route 12 to Boonville, traveling at 45-MPH.
  • Motorcycles only (motorcycles, trikes, Can-Ams, etc.) may ride in escort.
  • All other vehicles are asked to follow behind the procession.

In coordination with local law enforcement and Trainor Funeral Home, the escort is conducted thanks to the Patriot Guard Riders of New York.

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