Burial of Private Joseph Gala, World War II Soldier From Lynn

Private Joseph Gala of the U.S. Army, a graduate of Lynn English High School, served with Merrill’s Marauders, a special operations unit that fought behind Japanese lines in Burma during World War II. He was missing in action for 82 years until his remains were located and identified through new DNA testing in 2025.

Solimine Funeral Home will inter Private Gala in the World War II section of Pine Grove Cemetery at noon. The Lynn Veterans Council shared the service on the community calendar.

Details from the organizer via the Lynn Community TV community calendar. Plans change, so check the official listing before you go.