An exemplary member of ‘The Greatest Generation’ rounds the century mark in grand style: Meet Roger Acker

Carol Ann Benanti

Originally published in Staten Island Advance on .
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Acker — who’s an extremely proud member of “The Greatest Generation” — turned 100 on Feb. 2.

And to ensure that the milestone not go unnoticed, Acker was feted by those he holds most dear in the Staff Sgt. Michael Ollis Veterans of Foreign Wars Post in Oakwood, where he is a life member. Some 60 revelers made merry and raised their glasses in his honor.

 

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