World War II Honoree
World War II Veteran
Thomas J. Wetzler
Branch of Service
U.S. Navy
Hometown
Pendleton, New York
Honored By
Mrs. Alma B. Wetzler
Relationship
Wife
Joined in 1940. Was stationed in Hawaii on the USS Astoria; on maneuvers when the Japanese struck. Ship was sunk during Battle of Guadalcanal. Was in three major battles. Served until 1946.