David Wortham Asay World War II Gold Star Veteran from Utah

David Wortham Asay
World War II
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World War II
Utah
On April 12, 1945 Sergeant Asay was declared a casualty of World War II. He served with honor in the United States Army. He is remembered by the people of Utah. May his positive example inspire us. Working together towards peace, mutual respect, and equality for all.
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Service Details
This Profile ID387665
Service ID39918052
NameDavid Wortham Asay
FromOrem, Utah County, Utah
Birth DateFebruary 10, 1925
Casualty DateApril 12, 1945
WarWorld War II
Service BranchArmy
RankSergeant
Unit/Group5th Infantry Regiment, 71st Infantry Division
Casualty TypeKIA - Killed in Action
LocationGermany
BurialOrem City Cemetery, Orem, Utah County, Utah
Notable Awards
Purple Heart
Additional Details
David Wortham Asay was born in Lovell, Big Horn County, Wyoming.

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David Wortham Asay 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. Asay had the rank of Sergeant. Service number assignment was 39918052. Attached to 5th Infantry Regiment, 71st Infantry Division.

He was born on February 10, 1925. According to our records Utah was his home or enlistment state and Utah county has been included within the archival record. We have Orem listed as his city.

During his service in World War II, Army Sergeant Asay experienced a traumatic event which ultimately resulted in loss of life on April 12, 1945. Recorded circumstances attributed to: KIA - Killed in Action. Incident location: Germany.
Commendations + Awards
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Purple Heart
Combat Infantryman Badge
Marksmanship Badge
World War II Victory Medal
American Campaign Medal
Army Presidential Unit Citation
Army Good Conduct Medal
European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign
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