It’s not just any church that can boast a 100-year-old usher who loves to charm the ladies and travels the country recounting memories of World War II.

At Holy Angels Church in Arcadia, centenarian Joseph “Peppy” Sciarra has been a fixture at the 9 a.m. Mass for years. To the students of Holy Angels School, he is the veteran they’ve honored for several Veteran’s Day ceremonies.

This Monday, they will present Sciarra with a congressional commendation from Rep. Judy Chu, D-Pasadena, who was happy to send the tribute in honor of Sciarra’s service in the U.S. Army, 27th Infantry Regiment, 25th Division.

The ceremony will also feature student-led tributes, providing an opportunity for students to express their appreciation for contributions.

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