Jimmie Gyovai ★ World War II Gold Star Veteran from West Virginia
On April 10, 1944 Sergeant Gyovai was declared a casualty of World War II. ★ He served with honor in the United States Army Air Forces. ★ He is remembered by the people of West Virginia. ★ May his positive example inspire us. Working together towards peace, mutual respect, and equality for all.
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Service Details
| This Profile ID | 307191 |
| Name | Jimmie Gyovai |
| From | Whitesville, Boone County, West Virginia |
| Birth Date | December 18, 1922 |
| Casualty Date | April 10, 1944 |
| War | World War II |
| Service Branch | Army Air Forces |
| Rank | Sergeant |
| Specialty | Engineer Gunner |
| Casualty Type | KIA, accidental death, plane crash during training |
| Location | Northern Ireland |
| Burial | St. Nicholas Cemetery in Aurora, Illinois |
| Notable Awards |
★ Purple Heart |
Additional Details
Auto-Generated Profile Synopsis: Jimmie Gyovai was serving his country during World War II when he gave his all in the line of duty. He had enlisted in the United States Army Air Forces. Gyovai had the rank of Sergeant. His military occupation or specialty was Engineer Gunner.
He was born on December 18, 1922. According to our records West Virginia was his home or enlistment state and Boone county has been included within the archival record. We have Whitesville listed as his city. During his service in World War II, Army Air Forces Sergeant Gyovai experienced a traumatic event which ultimately resulted in loss of life on April 10, 1944. Recorded circumstances attributed to: KIA, accidental death, plane crash during training. Incident location: Northern Ireland. |
Commendations + Awards
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★ World War II Victory Medal
★ Purple Heart
★ American Campaign Medal
★ Army Presidential Unit Citation
★ Army Good Conduct Medal
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