World War II Honoree
World War II Veteran
Obe A. Hefner, Jr.
Branch of Service
U.S. Army
Hometown
Whitewright, Texas
Honored By
Ms. Billye J. Cloud
Relationship
Niece
Was in combat in France, Netherlands, Belgium, Germany and Bavaria. Received 8 citations including Bronze Star and Purple Heart for wounds received in crossing the Roer River, Germany. Entered service August 13, 1940; honorable discharge, September 29, 1945. Was in 2nd Infantry Division, 38th Infantry, Company M, 102nd Infantry Division, 407th Infantry, Company M.