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Gainesville WWII veteran honored for his service during his 90th birthday celebration
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Larry Downing drew a picture of his father, Frank, with late president Franklin D. Roosevelt as a gift for Frank’s 90th birthday. - photo by BRANDEE A. THOMAS
At 90 years old, Frank Downing’s class of peers is a small one. As a World War II veteran, the numbers become even more elite. For his recent birthday, Downing’s children were on a mission to make this celebration the best yet by going to great lengths to ensure that his military service was properly recognized.