PIGEON FALLS, Wis. (WKBT) — Reynolds L. Tomter, believed to be the
oldest surviving World War II U.S. Merchant Marine veteran, died Sunday
at the Pigeon Falls Health Care Center, according to an official
obituary notice from Jack Funeral Homes. He was 108.
Tomter spent his entire life in Pigeon Falls, where he became beloved for his storytelling and community service.
Tomter spent his entire life in Pigeon Falls, where he became beloved for his storytelling and community service.
The Brief
• Reynolds L. Tomter, believed to be the oldest surviving WWII U.S. Merchant Marine veteran, died Sunday at age 108 in Pigeon Falls
• He served as a ship`s baker during five Atlantic crossings in WWII and received the Congressional Gold Medal in 2021
• Family will celebrate his life next spring
...more
Share this article on your social outlets
Our Sponsors
- - Volume: 25 - WEEK: 47 Date: 11/21/2025 12:05:49 PM -