A Centenarian’s Love Story at Arlington | New Orleans News
About this episode
Chester Pettey, a 101-year-old veteran, reflects on his love for his late wife Virginia during an Honor Flight trip to Arlington National Cemetery.
At 101, a WWII, Korean, and Vietnam veteran named Chester Pettey, who just lost his beloved wife Virginia after 33 years of marriage, finds solace in a poignant Honor Flight Louisiana trip to Arlington National Cemetery — where she received military honors. Chester, who taught Virginia to sail and called their marriage “the best of his life,” reflects on their adventures and the quiet strength of their bond. As he gazes toward his own future, he hopes to join her at Arlington — a testament to love that outlives even the longest of wars. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/816d7074dc4a1fe5
People in this episode
Guest: Chester Pettey
Topics covered
- love story
- military honors
- veteran
- marriage
- loss
- reflection
Keywords
- veteran
- love story
- Arlington
- military honors
- loss
- marriage
- Honor Flight
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Organizations: Honor Flight Louisiana
Places: Arlington National Cemetery
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