William Opperman

1984-85 & 1996-97American Legion Commander

Phyllis Opperman - 1996-98 American Legion Auxiliary president

Bill's brothers, George & Ivan served during WWII and their father, Emil, served during WWI.

If there is room we want to use a family picture in the Veteran's write-up to help distinguish the various families who are related, or have the same last name.
Down below you see Bill & Phyllis' family.

William R. Opperman
William Opperman, US5546322, Spec. 4, was inducted into the Army at Omaha, Nebraska, on February 3, 1954. He took eight weeks basic training at Fort Riley, Kansas, then eight weeks training at Fort Bliss, Texas, on 90MM anti-aircraft artillery. After basics he was transferred to the 10th AAA Battalion that was attached to the Air Force at Fairchild AFB near Spokane, Washington. William's discharge was at Fort Lewis, Washington, February 2, 1956, after which he returned to farm near Manning.

Back: Janis, Paul, Robert, Debra
Front: Phyllis, Bill, Beth