Charlie Boch Celebrates 100th Birthday | Columbus News

Charlie Boch, a humble World War II veteran from Lancaster, Ohio, turned 100 in a day filled with love, pride, and historic recognition. Born in 1926 — when a car cost $325 and gas was 20 cents — Charlie celebrated with his massive family, including 6 kids, 14 grandkids, and 14 great-grandkids. The city and state honored him too: Ohio Governor Mike DeWine issued a proclamation, and Mayor Don McDaniel presented him with a special certificate. Though Charlie rarely talks about his service in Germany, his daughters beam with pride, recalling joyful family moments like swimming off his back. Surrounded by love and admiration, Charlie remained calm and gracious — a living testament to resilience, legacy, and the enduring power of family. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/bd8b24b6b7ed21c8