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WWII veteran turns 100, family hopes for 100 cards and letters
2017-01-31T23:43:20Z
2017-02-01T16:19:53Z
By Presley Fowler, ReporterCONNECT
Local WW2 veteran turns 100
LUBBOCK, TX (KCBD) -
A Lubbock World War II veteran is celebrating a big milestone this weekend, and his family and friends are spreading the word to help do something special for him on his big day.
Bryan Hardin has seen it all.
"It don't seem like I've been here that long," Hardin said.
He's a proud four-year veteran of the Army, serving as a medic during World War II from 1941-1945.
"That was one of my desires, to be a patriotic person," Hardin said.
Today he lives in a local independent living home, and says he's had a happy life with his wife Reta of 71 years.
"Oh I'm doing great. I don't need anything," Hardin said.
They have a loving family.
"All of our children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandson," Reta Hardin said.
And many reasons to celebrate, as Bryan approaches a major milestone this Sunday.
"What's coming up? My 100th birthday," Hardin said.
In good health, and good company, Bryan will turn 100 years old on Feb. 5.
"It's really kind of unbelievable in one sense of the word, but his parents were in their early 90's when both of them passed away. And he had aunts and uncles that were in their early 90's when they passed away. So longevity in his family we knew was there. But really didn't ever think about him celebrating a 100th birthday but we're excited for him," his son, Lyndon Hardin, said.
His family has a goal for Bryan's big day: to get 100 cards and letters wishing him a happy birthday, and thanking him for his service.
They are well on their way to that goal, as many cards have already come in from family and friends.
"I just think that he will enjoy seeing numerous people send him birthday greetings, you know. And I think it will just make him feel special, and really realize that he is celebrating 100 years," Lyndon Hardin said.
But before Bryan receives that special gift, he has some advice for anyone hoping to reach the century mark.
"I think a good attitude is the key to your well-being. I've always tried to look positive, always. Get yourself out of the rut, and get on the positive side," Hardin said.
If you would like to send Bryan a birthday card or letter, you can mail them to his son Lyndon.
Address them to:
B.C. Hardin
2916 110th Street
Lubbock, TX 79423
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WWII veteran turns 100, family hopes for 100 cards and letters
2017-01-31T23:43:20Z
2017-02-01T16:19:53Z
By Presley Fowler, ReporterCONNECT
Local WW2 veteran turns 100
LUBBOCK, TX (KCBD) -
A Lubbock World War II veteran is celebrating a big milestone this weekend, and his family and friends are spreading the word to help do something special for him on his big day.
Bryan Hardin has seen it all.
"It don't seem like I've been here that long," Hardin said.
He's a proud four-year veteran of the Army, serving as a medic during World War II from 1941-1945.
"That was one of my desires, to be a patriotic person," Hardin said.
Today he lives in a local independent living home, and says he's had a happy life with his wife Reta of 71 years.
"Oh I'm doing great. I don't need anything," Hardin said.
They have a loving family.
"All of our children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandson," Reta Hardin said.
And many reasons to celebrate, as Bryan approaches a major milestone this Sunday.
"What's coming up? My 100th birthday," Hardin said.
In good health, and good company, Bryan will turn 100 years old on Feb. 5.
"It's really kind of unbelievable in one sense of the word, but his parents were in their early 90's when both of them passed away. And he had aunts and uncles that were in their early 90's when they passed away. So longevity in his family we knew was there. But really didn't ever think about him celebrating a 100th birthday but we're excited for him," his son, Lyndon Hardin, said.
His family has a goal for Bryan's big day: to get 100 cards and letters wishing him a happy birthday, and thanking him for his service.
They are well on their way to that goal, as many cards have already come in from family and friends.
"I just think that he will enjoy seeing numerous people send him birthday greetings, you know. And I think it will just make him feel special, and really realize that he is celebrating 100 years," Lyndon Hardin said.
But before Bryan receives that special gift, he has some advice for anyone hoping to reach the century mark.
"I think a good attitude is the key to your well-being. I've always tried to look positive, always. Get yourself out of the rut, and get on the positive side," Hardin said.
If you would like to send Bryan a birthday card or letter, you can mail them to his son Lyndon.
Address them to:
B.C. Hardin
2916 110th Street
Lubbock, TX 79423
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