Stories from Rochester's Past
Meet Our Honor Roll: Edward James Davis
By Deborah Larsen Edward James Davis Edward James Davis was born in Granite City, Illinois, on July 25, 1922, the son of Daniel and Dollie Brown Davis. Edward came to Rochester as an adult and worked at Excello Corporation in Highland Park before the war. In April...
Meet Our Honor Roll: Wilbur Henry Stadler
By Deborah Larsen Wilbur Henry Stadler Wilbur Henry Stadler was born in Macomb County, Michigan, on June 27, 1917, the son of Charles and Tillie Behnke Stadler. He attended Rochester High School and graduated in the class of 1936. Before the war, Wilbur was employed...
Meet Our Honor Roll: Wayne Young Holman
By Deborah Larsen Wayne Young Holman Wayne Young Holman was born in Rochester, Michigan, on May 28, 1921, the son of Leon and Helen Young Holman. Wayne attended Rochester High School and graduated in the class of 1939. In November 1939, Wayne enlisted in the U.S....