Congratulations to our 2026 Parade Marshal, Michael Finn

We are proud to honor Mike Finn as our 2026 Parade Marshal in recognition of his lifelong dedication to service, leadership, and the West Springfield community.

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First elected to the Massachusetts House of Representatives in 2010, Mike has represented the people of the Sixth Hampden District since 2011. Before that, he served eight years on the West Springfield City Council, where he held key leadership roles including Council President, Chairman of the Ordinance Committee, Vice Chairman of the Budget Committee, and member of the Traffic Committee. Among the accomplishments he holds closest is helping advance the construction of West Springfield’s new high school—an investment in the town’s future that reflects his deep commitment to education.

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Mike’s path of service began even earlier when he enlisted in the Massachusetts Army National Guard, where he served honorably for eight years. Those early experiences instilled in him the values of discipline, dedication, perseverance, and leadership—principles that continue to guide him today.

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Following his military service, Mike built a career in law enforcement, serving as a Corrections Officer with the Hampden County Sheriff’s Department and later as a Court Officer with the Massachusetts Trial Court, where he worked for 15 years. He often credits these roles with shaping his compassion, integrity, and commitment to treating people with dignity—especially during life’s most difficult moments.

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In 2002, Mike married his wife, Jennifer, a former first-grade teacher at Fausey Elementary School. Together they are raising three wonderful children—Charles, Peter, and Molly. Through his wife’s work in education and his own experiences as a father, Mike developed a deep passion for ensuring every child has access to a high-quality education. He is a proud graduate of St. Mary’s High School in Westfield and attended North Adams State College.

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Mike often says that every chapter of his life—military service, law enforcement, public office, and family—has shaped the leader he is today. The lessons he’s learned along the way guide the tough decisions he makes every day, always with one goal in mind: making Massachusetts a stronger, safer, and more vibrant place to live, work, and raise a family.

Please join us in celebrating Mike in the upcoming St. Patrick’s season!