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Beloved TikTok Star ‘Papa Jake,’ WWII Veteran, Passes Away at 102

Beloved TikTok Star ‘Papa Jake,’ WWII Veteran, Passes Away at 102

Beloved TikTok Star ‘Papa Jake,’ WWII Veteran, Passes Away at 102 Jake Larson, the beloved World War II veteran who captivated millions as “Papa Jake” on TikTok, has passed away at the age of 102. His granddaughter, Mckaela Larson, confirmed his peaceful passing on a TikTok post this past Saturday, noting he was “cracking jokes til the very end.” Known for his compelling storytelling, particularly his harrowing experiences during the D-Day invasion of Omaha Beach on June 6, 1944, Papa…

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Beloved WWII Veteran and TikTok Sensation ‘Papa Jake’ Larson Dies at 102

Beloved WWII Veteran and TikTok Sensation ‘Papa Jake’ Larson Dies at 102

Beloved WWII Veteran and TikTok Sensation ‘Papa Jake’ Larson Dies at 102 Jake Larson, the beloved World War II veteran and social media sensation known affectionately as ‘Papa Jake,’ passed away peacefully on July 17th at the age of 102. His granddaughter confirmed his death on his popular social media accounts, noting that he was “cracking jokes til the very end.” A distinguished member of the ‘Greatest Generation,’ Larson garnered a massive following on TikTok, where his @storytimewithpapajake account amassed…

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