Who was Tom McKenzie?

Tom McKenzie was a 100-year-old World War Two veteran who served in Burma and was known for his joyful, "live for the day" attitude.

Where was the funeral held for the 100-year-old veteran?

The funeral for Tom McKenzie was held at Woodlands Crematorium in Scunthorpe.

What was Tom McKenzie's role during World War Two?

Tom McKenzie served in the 1st Battalion West Yorkshire Regiment in Burma during World War Two.

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100-Year-Old WWII Vet Celebrated

30 Apr

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A 100-year-old World War Two veteran who served in Burma has passed away.
He was remembered as a fun-loving man who truly lived for the day.
His funeral was attended by Royal British Legion members and the Royal Yorkshire Regiment.

A centenarian veteran, who served in Burma during World War Two, has been laid to rest. Tom McKenzie, aged 100, was remembered at a funeral service in Scunthorpe.

He was described by his daughter as a "very fun, happy-go-lucky man" who "lived for the day." His family shared fond memories, including his role as "donkey grandad" to his great-grandchildren.

The funeral saw attendance from the Winterton & District Royal British Legion and a contingent from the Royal Yorkshire Regiment. A legion secretary highlighted the significance of honoring war veterans as a "fading generation."

McKenzie served in the 1st Battalion West Yorkshire Regiment in 1945. His daughter noted his pride in his regiment and his lifelong remembrance of his army number.

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