Michael “Mike” Colalillo, 86, of Duluth, the last World War II Medal of Honor recipient of Minnesota, passed away Friday, Dec. 30, 2011, in Ecumen Bayshore Care Center. Mike was born Dec. 1, 1925, in Hibbing, the son of Carlo and Victoria (Jannone) Colalillo. He served in the United States Army during World War II.... Continue Reading →
Families of Fallen Soldiers, Governor Pawlenty & First Lady Mary Pawlenty unveil Gold Star Licence Plate
~ New license plate available to parents and spouses of those killed in active military service ~ Gold Star Plate Saint Paul - Family members of fallen soldiers joined with Governor Tim Pawlenty and First Lady Mary Pawlenty today to unveil a new license plate commemorating Minnesota’s fallen military heroes. The Minnesota Gold Star License... Continue Reading →