Left for Dead in Korea
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89-year-old Tom Davis of Grover Beach, CA appears on episode #585 of Hometown Heroes, airing July 18-22, 2019. Davis operated a Browning Automatic Rifle while serving with the 1st Cavalry Division during the Korean War. You’ll hear how the Purple Heart recipient survived after being left for dead near the 38th Parallel.
Tom Davis on his front patio in Grover Beach, where this interview was conducted. For more photos, visit the Hometown Heroes facebook page.
Tom…that story brought tears to my eyes..sobbing tears. My parents never let us know anything about you. I never knew. I just sat here listening to your voice and your story..I’m so proud of you thank you for sharing your story. Big hugs to everyone of you. I love you and Linda always and forever.much love Denise Riggs Anderson..
Oh my goodness honey, I have wonder so often about where you were and how you are. Tom and I always have had and still do have a soft spot in our hearts for you. You were young and tender when you family kind of fell apart. Although I never knew her, I find Tom’s ex-wife a horrible sinner. She broke up 2 families that I know of, and one man committed suicide because of her and his wife finding out. How is your mother and sisters?
Tom is 91 years old now, and we found out his kids live in Atascadero, about 30 min. from us. Tom tried to call them, but they hate him and it will never be ok. He has been very happy having Joey and Kathy and their kids so close to him. Kathy and her girls are always all over him with nothing but love.
We almost lost him 2 weeks ago, but thank God Joey was here and managed to get him breathing again. He is recovering quite nicely. He is dealing with Alzheimers now, but we do everything we can to keep him happy. He laughs all the time, even when it is not funny. He is so cute, just like a little boy at times. He was so happy to hear from you. Thank you honey, thanks for reaching out.❤️