One of the area’s last World War II veterans, Leonard Kropp, passed away earlier this month at the age of 100.
Kropp is the father of Kathy Kalchik and father-in-law of Steve Kalchik, Gill’s Pier.
“(Leonard) was a nice guy, a little on the quiet side,” Steve said. “(Leonard) didn’t share a lot about his experience besides some of the practical jokes from the guys.”
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