Judy Wilkinson Award

The Judy Wilkinson Award was instituted in 1997 in memory of Parade Committee member, Judy Wilkinson, who passed away in 1996 after a seventeen year battle with cancer. Judy was the most generous person you could ever meet, often giving what a friend needs before that friend knows it’s a need. Judy usually worked behind the scenes on the operational items that contributed to the Parade’s success.

Debby Haglund has been a dedicated member of the Worcester County St. Patrick’s Parade Committee for more than 30 years. Debby has chaired events, worked on the Parade advertisements book and now sets up the first Division on Parade Day. She loves volunteering on the Parade Committee, knowing the event brings joy to everyone who comes out—rain or shine—to celebrate their Irish heritage or simply enjoy the parade with family and friends.

Debby has also been an active member of the Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians since January 1995. She serves on the Worcester Hibernian Cultural Center Board, Special Events Committee (SEC), which raises funds to support the organization and make contributions to community groups. In addition, Debby is an Events Coordinator at the Worcester Hibernian Cultural Center, where she works closely with guests to plan and reserve one of the Center’s three event spaces for their special occasions.

In her free time, Debby enjoys being with her family and friends, creating memories and sharing meaningful moments.