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World War II veteran celebrates 99th birthday in Lynbrook

Posted Thursday, March 10, 2022 7:02 am

Luis Forte, a World War II veteran, celebrated his 99th birthday at Sunrise Senior Living in Lynbrook on Feb. 27. He was greeted with a car parade and visits from residents and elected officials.

Courtesy Bill Marinaccio/American Legion Post 335

Forte with his wife of 75 years, Lena, whom he met as her pen-pal during the war.

Courtesy Bill Marinaccio/American Legion Post 335

Mayor Alan Beach, left, and the village board were among the guests at the celebration.

Courtesy Bill Marinaccio/American Legion Post 335

Several cars and motorcycles took part in the festivities

Courtesy Bill Marinaccio/American Legion Post 335

By Mike Smollins

World War II veteran Louis Forte celebrated his 99th birthday to much fanfare on Feb. 27 as fellow veterans, first responders, elected officials and other residents offered him a drive-by salute.

Forte turned 99 on Feb. 17, and the party, 10 days later, featured several cars and motorcycles riding by the entrance of the Sunrise Senior Living facility in Lynbrook.

Forte is originally from Elmont and met his future wife, Lena, when she was his pen-pal during his time serving in World War II. They have been married for 75 years.

Attendees at Forte’s celebration included American Legion Riders, members of the Nassau County Police Department, Mayor Alan Beach and the village board, Hempstead Town Councilman Anthony D’Esposito and Nassau County Legislator Bill Gaylor.

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