John J. Daley

John J. "Jack" Daley (June 21, 1923 – June 15, 2000) was an American high school teacher and politician from Vermont. A Democrat, he was most notable for his service as Mayor of Rutland (1961–1965, 1981–1987), and lieutenant governor (1965–1969). In his later years, Daley served two terms in the Vermont House of Representatives (1991–1995).

Biography John James Daley was born in Rutland on June 21, 1923. He graduated from Mount St. Joseph Academy in 1942. He joined the United States Marine Corps for World War II, serving with the 1st Marine Division in the Pacific Theatre of Operations, including the invasion of Okinawa and assignment to China.

After the war Daley completed his education at Norwich University, receiving his bachelor's degree in 1949 and embarking on a career as a pharmaceutical sales representative. He later became a teacher and coach at Rutland Junior High School. A Democrat, Daley served on the Rutland Board of Aldermen from 1956 to 1960, including two years as president of the board. From 1961 to 1965, Daley served as Rutland's mayor. He ran again in 1970, losing in the Democratic primary to state senator Lee O'Brien.

From 1969 to 1981 he taught social studies and coached football at Rutland Junior High School, and he was also a football and basketball referee for amateur sports in the Rutland area for many years. In 1992 Daley was elected to the Vermont House of Representatives, serving two terms.

John J. Daley died in Rutland on June 15, 2000. He is buried in Rutland's Evergreen Cemetery.