East Providence World War II vet honored for service in home visit

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Edward Boudreau, a 99-year-old World War II veteran from East Providence, was honored for his service in a ceremony at his home on Thursday, June 26, 2025 (Justin Pereira/WLNE).

EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — A 99-year-old World War II veteran got a special ‘thank you’ for his service Thursday.

Edward Boudreau served in the U.S. Navy in the South Pacific during World War II.

An active-duty member of the Navy was on hand to present Boudreau with a special pin.

The ceremony was part of a “We Honor Veterans” campaign run by Visiting Nurse Home & Hospice.

Boudreau is a patient of their visiting nurse service.

Volunteers with Visiting Nurse Home & Hospice also presented Boudreau and his wife with an American flag-themed blanket.

Edward Boudreau and his wife are presented with a certificate of recognition from the City of East Providence on Friday, June 26, 2025 (Justin Pereira/WLNE).

He joined the Navy when he was 17 and trained to be a sea water demolition expert, known as a “Frogman” at the time.

Boudreau was also presented with a certificate of recognition from East Providence Mayor Bob DaSilva.

Asked if he had any wisdom from living to 99, Boudreau said: “That’s a tough question. Live well; live healthy.”

A frame on Edward Boudreau’s wall from his time in the United States Navy during World War II (Justin Pereira/WLNE).

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