WWII Veteran Wishes For 100 Cards for His 100th Birthday

A World War II veteran in Canastota, New York is turning 100 in May. This year, his family wishes for 100 cards for his 100th birthday.

Uncle Reggie Emmons will be 100 on May 9. "He's the patriarch of the family who served his country proudly," said his niece, Kimberly Oaks.

Reggie's family is hoping to celebrate the momentous occasion with birthday cards, lots and lots of birthday cards. "We would love to make his day as special as he is to everyone," Oaks said.

If you would like to wish Reggie a happy birthday or thank him for his service, Oaks says you can send a card to her in Barneveld, New York. "Let’s see what card comes the furthest."

Address cards to:
Uncle Reggie
PO BOX 247
Barneveld, NY 13304
c/o Kimberly Oaks

Credit - Kimberly Oaks

CNY Veterans

A WWII veteran has his own day in Oneida County. Tec 5 Terry Larkin, of Forestport turned 100 years-old. To honor the special occasion, Wednesday, March 11 was declared Terry Larkin Day in Oneida County.

Credit - Oneida County Sheriff's Office via Facebook

Oneida County Sheriff Rob Maciol presented Larkin with the credentials making him an Honorary Member of the Sheriff’s Office. "The Sheriff’s Office was honored to participate in the celebration of Terry Larkin’s 100th birthday," the Sheriff's department wrote on Facebook.

Credit - Oneida County Sheriff's Office via Facebook

Oneida County Chief Deputy Derrick O’Meara also presented Larkin with a New York State Senate Proclamation from New York State Senator Joe Griffo.

Happy 100th birthday Mr. Larkin and thank you for your service.

WWII Vet Receives Birthday Parade

Larkin isn't the only WWII veteran that has his own day after turning 100 this year in Oneida County

February 1st is Burton Jones Day in Oneida County.

A parade was held with several police cars, fire engines and vehicles of VFW members to celebrate the 100th birthday of Sgt. Burton Jones.

Oneida County Sheriff Rob Maciol also presented Burton with credentials making him an Honorary Member of the Oneida County Sheriff's Office.

It's important for us to recognize the men and women who fought and are still fighting for our freedom each and every day. Thank you.

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