Jan 26, 2021
Robert Harvey “Bob” Sullivan, 98, of Eagles Mere, passed away Saturday, Jan. 23, 2021 at Highlands Care Center, Laporte.
Born March 15, 1922 in the Newberry section of Williamsport, he was a son of the late Harvey C. and Juna (Rinker) Sullivan.
Bob’s family moved from Williamsport to a farm at Point Bethel near Glen Mawr when he was very young. Bob grew up there and attended Point Bethel grade school and Picture Rocks High School, where he was Valedictorian of the Class of 1939. He also lettered in soccer.
Following High School, Bob attended the former Davidson Township High School for vocational training and attained a degree in metalworking.
World War II veteran celebrates 100th birthday
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Theron Doc B. McElroy, a decorated World War II veteran, celebrated his 100th birthday on Saturday, Jan. 16.
The family requests that birthday cards and messages be sent to Doc McElroy c/o Greenhurst Nursing Center, P.O. Box 458, Charleston, AR 72933.
Doc was born Jan. 16, 1921, in Sub Rosa to Scot and Isabelle McElroy and is the only survivor of their seven children. He is also among a dwindling number of World War II veterans.
He joined the U.S. Army on Dec. 26, 1941, and received an honorable discharge on Dec. 20, 1945. His service awards include the Bronze Star Medal, Good Conduct Medal, American Campaign Medal, European-African Middle Eastern Campaign Medal with three bronze service stars, World War II Victory Medal, World War II Honorable Service Lapel Button, Expert Badge with Rifle Bar and Sharpshooter Badge with Carbine Bar.