JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Jacksonville World War II veteran Joe D’Aloia celebrated turning 100-years-old on Saturday. Family, friends, and current members of the Marine Corps gathered together to throw a massive party for D’Aloia.
D’Aloia told News4JAX that he decided to join the military after seeing the Japanese attack Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941.
He served in The Raiders, a Marine Special Forces unit.
His family told News4Jax that they are amazed D’Aloia is “still going at it even at 100-years-old.”
D’Aloai said his secret to longevity is taking care of your body. He exercised regularly, and after being in the military, he worked several jobs, including as a school janitor until he was 84-years-old.
Join News4JAX in thanking D’Aloia for his service and wishing him a very happy 100th birthday.