Overton served in the United States Army during World War II. The U.S. Army Twitter account recognized him after his passing saying, "Today we mourn not just a hero, but a legend." Today we mourn not ...

“This is a historical moment for our family,” said Overton’s cousin, Donna Fields. “So that's what brings me all the way from Dallas.” Overton turned an incredible 112 on May 11. And many people from ...

Austin, Texas native and America’s oldest living World War II veteran Richard Overton got the chance to visit his likeness on a mural at 12th and Chicon streets in Austin recently. Mr. Overton’s ...

AUSTIN — Richard Overton, 112, has been released from the hospital, according to his family. Mr. Overton's family said Monday that he has been moved to a rehab facility to recover after his most ...