John R. Shrewsbury, a veteran of World War II and post member, passed away at the age of 101 on Dec. 28, 2016. His ashes were interred at Evergreen Washelli inside the Doughboy statue.
In World War II, John served in England, France, and Germany after training at Fort Lewis. In his later years, he was a resident of the Norse Home in Ballard and post members would often pay him a visit.
The Ballard News Tribune published a feature about his life for his 100th birthday and you can read about it online at www.ballardnewstribune.com/2015/12/16/features/large-ballard-ballard-love-texan-style.