Augustine “Gus” Preno, believed to be the oldest living World War II veteran in South Carolina, was celebrated Monday at the River Park Senior Living Center in Little River.
A birthday parade for the 109-year old man was organized by Mission BBQ and the VFW Post 10804. It was held in front of the center with hundreds passing on motorcycles, trucks, on floats, and even in a classic Army Jeep to pay tribute to “Mr. Gus” who sat with family and friends, waving as each passed.
Patriotic music blared from speakers, bagpipes were played and dozens of American flags fluttered in the breeze.
Preno’s eyes were bright and shiny as he watched the spectacle held in his honor…