CALIFORNIA CITY — World War II veteran Henry Ochsner, who landed on the beach at Normandy on D-Day and later received the French government’s highest honor for his service, has died. He was 96.
As part of the U.S. Army’s 101st Airborne Division — known as the “Screaming Eagles” — Ochsner also fought at the Battle of the Bulge.
Family friend Dennis Anderson says Ochsner died Saturday at his home in California City of complications from cancer and old age.
As part of the U.S. Army’s 101st Airborne Division — known as the “Screaming Eagles” — Ochsner also fought at the Battle of the Bulge.
In 2017 Ochsner and nine other veterans were awarded France’s National Order of the Legion of Honor during a ceremony at Los Angeles National Cemetery.
Ochsner married Violet Jenson in 1947. He is survived by his wife, their four daughters and two granddaughters. Funeral plans are pending.
Rose R
September 10, 2019 at 3:22 am
We have lost yet another great war hero. Last of a dying breed. What an amazing man.
Mr. Ochsner and his wife Violet had been married for 72 1/2 years! Another great
accomplishment.
My heartfelt sympathies for his beloved wife Violet. Offers of condolences as well to his wife Violet, their 4 children, their relatives, friends, and others near and dear.
He will be sorely missed but never forgotten. ✝️
~RIP~ Sir. Thank you for your services.
Rose R