World War II veteran recovers from COVID

World War II veteran recovers from COVID: Thomson, GA (WJBF)- A 97-year old veteran from Thomson received honor today from the Patriot Guard Riders of Georgia with a drive-by parade. Louis Graziano is a Veteran of the second World War and …

The Thrill Of A Lifetime: 102-Year-Old Maryland WWII Veteran Celebrates Birthday By Going Skydiving

The Thrill Of A Lifetime: 102-Year-Old Maryland WWII Veteran Celebrates Birthday By Going Skydiving: At 102 years young, Millie Bailey calls her most recent adventure the thrill of a lifetime. The World War II veteran took to the skies over the weekend for an experience that would scare many people half her age: skydiving.

Erie Area Welcomes home Korean War veteran after almost 70 years

Erie Area Welcomes home Korean War veteran after almost 70 years: Harold Knight was was killed in the Korean War in 1950 and his remains were recently found. Tonight his family welcomed him home once and for all to his final resting place.

20-year Navy Veteran explains how service dog saved her life

20-year Navy Veteran explains how service dog saved her life: Karen Louise O’Neal, is a Navy veteran who served her country for 20 years. From 1973 to 1993, she served an EMT. After her stint in the military, she was diagnosed with PTSD, anxiety and depressio…

94-year-old World War II Navy veteran surprised with local hero award

SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) - After serving as a Navy veteran in World War II, 94-year-old Stanley J. Jurek of South Bend was surprised and honored on Sunday with the “Hero Award” by Homes for Heroes for his long and dedicated service.

“I was wondering what’s going on. I just want to thank everybody for what they are doing over here," Jurek said after receiving the award.

See full article: 94-year-old World War II Navy veteran surprised with local hero award 

Senior Veterans Care Network - Blog Posts - September 2020

 

One of last living Tuskegee Airmen celebrates 102nd birthday

AURORA, Ohio – Asa Newman, one of the last living Tuskegee Airmen , turned 102 on Thursday. The celebration... View More

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Posted on 09/25/2020

Oklahomans gather to celebrate Vietnam veteran with less than a week to live

TULSA, Okla. (KTUL) — Family and friends gathered Monday night to show their appreciation for a Vietnam... View More

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Posted on 09/24/2020

90-year-old Korean War Veteran surprised with motorcycle birthday parade

LIVERPOOL, N.Y. —  In the wake of social distancing and COVID-19, birthday parties and celebrations... View More

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Posted on 09/17/2020

At 102, veteran recalls World War II service

CHAUMONT, N.Y. - For one veteran living in Chaumont, sneaking behind enemy lines during World War II was just another... View More

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Posted on 09/14/2020

Military flyovers greet oldest living American WWII veteran on 111th birthday

The oldest known U.S. veteran of World War II observed  coronavirus social distancing restrictions as he celebrated... View More

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Posted on 09/09/2020

WWII, Korea veteran honored for his service

Christmas Valley resident William Baker was recently honored on his 100th birthday, as he received best wishes and... View More

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Posted on 09/08/2020

World War II veteran's wish granted: casket to be painted like pack of Juicy Fruit

An ailing  World War II veteran is having his casket painted to resemble a pack of Juicy Fruit – the... View More

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Posted on 09/04/2020

Local World War II veteran receives surprise parade on his 100th birthday

GILES COUNTY, Va. – This week marks the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II — it’s also... View More

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Posted on 09/03/2020

Two 100-year-old World War II vets, separated by an ocean, lap expectations

A World War II army veteran in Great Britain achieved world renown earlier this year with a charity walk to raise... View More

World War II veteran will fly again to mark 75th anniversary of war’s end

He will fly again. He will feel the rattle of the old C-53 engine and the thrill of those propellers cutting through... View More