HAROLD EDWIN VAN WYE
Personal Life:
Harold was born August 13, 1921 in Hillsdale, Michigan and passed on March, 4, 2015. Harold was stationed in Florida during WWII where he met Anna who was working in the USO. They married and enjoyed 70 years together.
After the war, Harold and Anna returned to Hillsdale County to take care of Harolds parents. Harold worked full time at Allied Products for his career. Anna owned her own daycare and while the two of them had no children of their own, they were the caregivers of many children in Hillsdale.
Harold was also a big fan of the Detroit Tigers but it was volunteering that made him the happiest.
Military Life:
Harold was drafted into the United States Army and achieved the rank of Corporal while serving as a line cook. Harold was honored to serve his country.
Awards and Decorations:
Unknown
Community and Service Organizations:
Hillsdale County Veteran of the Year
American Legion Member 55 Years/Honor Guard
First Presbyterian Church Member