A World War II veteran who became a social media sensation and captivated millions of people with his stories has died at the age of 102.
July 20 A World War II veteran who became a social media sensation and captivated millions of people with his stories has died at the age of 102.
Jake Larson, who became known as «Papa Jake», died «peacefully and was cracking jokes til the very end», her granddaughter, Mikaela Larson, said in a TikTok post Saturday.
«I am so thankful to have shared my Papa Jake with you all», Makaela Larson said in her post. «When the time is right, I will continue to share Papa Jake’s stories and keep his memory alive. We appreciate all the kind words and posts. As Papa would say, love you all the mostest.»
Jake Larson was born in Owatonna, Minn. on Dec. 20, 1922 and joined the National Guard when he was age 15 by claiming that he was 18. He was assigned to the U.
