{"id":68,"date":"2023-06-24T19:20:32","date_gmt":"2023-06-24T19:20:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/used82.com\/?p=68"},"modified":"2023-06-24T19:22:52","modified_gmt":"2023-06-24T19:22:52","slug":"eat-drink-and-make-merry-advice-from-a-central-texas-wwii-veteran-on-his-100th-birthday","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/used82.com\/?p=68","title":{"rendered":"“Eat, drink, and make merry!” Advice from a Central Texas WWII Veteran on his 100th birthday.."},"content":{"rendered":"

AUSTIN, Texas (KEYE) \u2014 <\/span>Ernie Reiver, a remarkable World War II veteran from Austin, Texas, has reached the incredible milestone of turning 100.<\/p>\n

With a life filled with adventure and resilience, Ernie’s story is one of inspiration and joy. From surviving combat in the South Pacific to his love for flying and dancing, he embodies the spirit of living life to the fullest.<\/p>\n

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Courtesy CBS Austin<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Ernie recently celebrated his 100th birthday surrounded by loved ones, expressing his gratitude for a life free of troubles. His journey is a testament to his remarkable resilience and good fortune.<\/p>\n

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Courtesy Reiver family<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Serving on the USS Jamestown during WWII, Ernie encountered intense combat, earning his ship the esteemed presidential citation. Despite the challenges, Ernie’s pride in his service shines through.<\/p>\n

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Courtesy Reiver family<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Aviation has always been Ernie’s passion. With an airplane always at his disposal, he embraced the thrill of flight, exploring new horizons and adventures.<\/p>\n

Dancing is another love that has carried Ernie through the years.<\/p>\n

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