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Melrose WWII Veteran Turns 100

Mary Watts, who along with her late husband served in the Navy, is celebrating her 100th birthday next week.

Mary Watts
Mary Watts (Melrose Veterans’ Services)

MELROSE, MA — A local veteran who served in World War II is about to turn 100.

Melrose Veterans’ Services and the the Veterans’ Advisory Board both reached out to wish Mary Watts a happy birthday. Mary and her late husband both served in the Navy during the war.

Mary's birthday is Oct. 5.

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