World War II Honoree
World War II Veteran
Larrie Davis Ayers
Branch of Service
U.S. Navy
Hometown
Roanoke, Virginia
Honored By
Family & Friends
Joined the Navy in June 1940 and served for 41 years; 6 years on active duty and the remaining years in the Naval Reserve. Served on the USS Bataan and at Naval Air Station, Norfolk, Virginia. Received the American Defense Service Medal, WWII Victory Medal and the Good Conduct Medal.