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At 106, Roy Drinkard—America’s oldest living U.S. Marine and a titan of North Alabama business—passed away, leaving behind a legacy forged in service, sacrifice, and relentless community uplift. A WWII veteran who fought in the Pacific, he transformed Cullman’s economy through visionary leadership, spearheading initiatives like the “Flying Fifty” and building landmarks from Albertville theaters to Troy University’s future. His generosity didn’t stop at profit—it funded countless students’ dreams, proving true patriotism means lifting others. From Governor Ivey to Congressman Aderholt, leaders hailed him as a national hero whose life, even submitted to the Library of Congress, remains a timeless blueprint for faith, grit, and giving back.

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