MESA, AZ — A Valley World War II veteran had 100 reasons to celebrate this weekend!
Marine Corps Veteran James Peyton, who served in Asia during WWII, was celebrated in his Mesa community Saturday.
Friends, neighbors, and fellow Marines came together to honor him as he marked a huge milestone.
He told ABC15 he's most proud of being a patriot.
"I've been to about 60 countries," said Peyton. "And they all recognize the United States. That makes you feel good."
You may remember - ABC15 profiled Peyton twice last summer when he received an American flag from a group of Valley Marines and his neighbor, Dave, who helped put together Saturday's celebration.
Watch ABC15's previous coverage on Peyton in the player below:
ABC15 viewers, neighbors, and Marines come together to honor Mesa WWII veteran
