TOMS RIVER, NJ – Congressman Chris Smith recognized U.S. Navy veteran and Toms River resident Roman W. Charkowsi on Sunday in advance of his 100th birthday on Monday.
Mr. Charkowski, a World War II veteran spent Sunday with his family, Congressman Chris Smith and Toms River Mayor Maurice Hill at the Rose Garden Nursing and Rehabilitation on Old Freehold Road.
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An American flag that flew over the U.S. Capitol building in Washington, D.C., in honor of the 100-year-old veteran was presented by Congressman Smith.
Charkowski was greeted with a drive-by reception by members of the American Legion Riders, Toms River Elks, Blue Knights and Pleasant Plains Fire Company.
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