World War II Honoree
World War II Veteran
Richard O. Zolper
Branch of Service
U.S. Navy
Hometown
Mendota, Illinois
Honored By
A Fellow Veteran
He served on the destroyer USS Waller DD-466, and served in many campaigns in the embattled Pacific Theater, including the liberation of the Philippine Islands. His ship and crew earned 12 Battle Stars for their sacrifices and personal valor.