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Heroic 101-Year-Old WWII Veteran Ron Gumbley Passes Away

1/30/2026

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Ron Gumbley, a 101-year-old World War II veteran from Birmingham who served in the Far East, has died.
The Birmingham native joined the Royal Air Force at 18.
His daughter Kay released a statement on behalf of the family.
The family described him as an amazing dad.
They also said he will be remembered as a hero.

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Story summary

Ron Gumbley, a 101-year-old World War II veteran from Birmingham who served in the Far East, has died.
The Birmingham native joined the Royal Air Force at 18.
His daughter Kay released a statement on behalf of the family.
The family described him as an amazing dad.
They also said he will be remembered as a hero.