Jun. 29—Flags across West Virginia were being lowered to half staff Wednesday after authorities were informed that West Virginia native Hershel “Woody” Williams, the last surviving World War II Medal of Honor recipient in the nation, had passed away.
Gov. Jim Justice issued a statement about Williams early Wednesday morning.
“I ask all West Virginians to join Cathy and I in praying for Woody, his family, friends, loved ones, and the entire military community across West Virginia and the United States of America,” Justice said. “Pray that, while the weight of this loss is profound, we all will be able to take solace in the fact that Woody’s contributions to our nation inspired generations, cultivated similar bravery, and saved lives. Woody Williams will go down in history as one of the greatest West Virginians who ever lived, and we salute him for everything he gave to our state and our nation.”
