Daniel J. Kelleher
Daniel J. Kelleher | |
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| Born | Error: Invalid birth date for calculating age Middleborough, Massachusetts, U.S. |
| Died | February 20, 1929 (aged 65) Seattle, Washington, U.S. |
| Occupation(s) | Banker, lawyer |
| Known for | Chairman of Seattle National Bank; instrumental in merging Puget Sound National with Seattle National banks |
Daniel J. Kelleher (February 5, 1864 – February 20, 1929) served as chairman of the Board of Directors at Seattle National Bank and was instrumental in merging Puget Sound National with Seattle National banks, creating the largest banking institution in Washington State.
Early life
Daniel J. Kelleher was born in Middleborough, Massachusetts to parents Daniel and Mary Kelleher. He completed his education at public schools before graduating from Harvard University in 1885. Between 1885 and 1890, he worked as a private tutor while pursuing legal studies in Syracuse, New York.
Professional life
In 1890, Kelleher relocated to Seattle and established a legal partnership with Judge George Meade Emory, practicing law through firms such as Bausman, Kelleher, Oldham & Goodale. After years of managing responsibilities in both law and banking, he retired from legal practice on September 1, 1914, dedicating himself fully to his position as the active chairman of Seattle National Bank’s board.
His leadership extended to roles including president of Seattle's Bank for Savings and the Bank of Commerce of Everett. Additionally, he held directorship and executive committee membership at the Bank of Commerce of Anacortes, Washington. Kelleher also led Riverside Timber Co., which possessed significant timberland holdings throughout Washington.
In 1909, he purchased Mt. Airy, a 2,200-acre property located in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley, previously owned by Colonel Meem, his wife's grandfather. He was among the founders of the Harvard Club of Seattle and served multiple terms as its president.
Kelleher passed away in Seattle on February 20, 1929.