World War II Veteran, Bob Cox, Celebrates 103rd Birthday

WLEN News had an exclusive interview with Bob Cox, a World War II veteran, who turned 103 years old on Tuesday. Employees at Gaslight Village Assisted Living in Adrian put a request out to the public for 103 birthday cards to be sent to Bob for his big day. The community definitely responded… sending over 800 cards! Below is the link to the video from our Facebook page:

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103 year old Toledo native, Bob Cox, outside Gaslight Village Assisted Living during his birthday celebration on Tuesday.

Bob, who spent 90 years of his life in Toledo, told WLEN News what he thinks is the key to a long, healthy, and happy life…

Cox reached the rank of Captain in the US Army, and also has lived a rather religious life for the last 60 years or so.

Lenawee County Sheriff Troy Bevier reaching out for a handshake after giving Bob Cox a gift on behalf of the Sheriff’s Department.

He talked about the influence the Lord has had on his life…and that maybe the secret to a long life is actually peanut butter, toast, and coffee…

Staff members at Gaslight Village Assisted Living pose for a photo with Bob during his birthday celebration.

Bob, a resident at Gaslight Village Assisted Living in Adrian, told WLEN News about one big change he made in his life…

WLEN News reporter Ian Wendt had one more question for Bob…

Bob Cox was honored in the parking lot of Gaslight Village Assisted Living.

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