Oregon War Veterans Blog

Jacob "Jake" DeShazer - Doolittle Raider Funeral

Salem, OR  - One of Oregon's best known WW2 war heroes, Jacob "Jake" DeShazer, of Salem, Oregon will receive high honors during his funeral services, on Saturday, March 29th,.  SSgt Jake DeShazer died peacefully at home on March 15th.  He was 95 years old.

OWVA member and WWII Doolittle Raider dies in Salem, OR, at age 95.

Jacob "Jake" DeShazer died in his sleep on March 15, 2008, while surrounded by his family at home.

OWVA reminds members and media that they are bi-partisan in their endorsements of political candidates.

In preparation of this year's elections, OWVA has posted its list of endorsements for the 2006 General Election.