John Overcash

John Overcash [1]

Death Details/Burial/Memorial Services: He was killed in action at St. Lo, France.His memorial service was held on August 2, 1944, at Sugaw Creek Presbyterian Church. His body was returned to the America aboard the US Army transport Greenville Victory in June 1948. His body was returned to his mother.

Age at Death: 26

Image Source: family photo

Awards:

Bronze Arrowhead, Bronze Star, Campaign Star, Good Conduct Medal, Purple Heart

Biographical Notes:

Blue Ribbon Beer Co., Charlotte

Date of Birth:

5/13/1918

Military Branch:

Army

Education Details:

Derita High School, Class of 1938

Family Details:

Mrs. R. B. (Hattie A.) Overcash - 2314 Hutchinson Ave., Charlotte, NC

Clarence C. Overcash - Derita, NC, Cpl. Earl Overcash - US Army, France, Cpl. Rufus B. Overcash - Fort Jackson, SC, Elizabeth Overcash - Charlotte, NC, Frank Overcash - Charlotte, NC, Hayes Overcash - New York, NY, Mack R. Overcash - US Navy, Camp Perry, VA, Mrs. D. R. Hooks - Matthews, NC, Mrs. L. P. Starnes - Charlotte, NC, Paul Overcash - Charlotte, NC

First Name:

John

KIA / MIA Place:

St. Lo, France

KIA Date:

7/12/1944

Last Name:

Overcash

Middle Name:

Military Details:

Camp Gordon, GA, Camp Johnston, FL,Camp Kilmer, NJ, Fort Dix, NJ, Fort Jackson, SC, France

Military Rank:

Private First Class

Source:

newsprint and family information; The Charlotte Observer 6/27/1948

Military Unit:

22nd Infantry Regiment

Exhibit & Section:

Gold Star Veterans [2]

Veteran Records [3]

MIA Date: