Drive-by birthday celebration held for veteran in Selma

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Sunday, April 12, 2020
Drive-by birthday celebration held for veteran in Selma
Leo Marquez is a Korean war veteran and a beloved figure in his community.

SELMA, Calif. (KFSN) -- The coronavirus changed birthday plans for one Selma man, but his community came together to give him a hero's celebration on Saturday.



Neighbors and family held a parade for Leo Marquez near Knowles and Gaynor.



Marquez celebrated his 90th birthday with people outside his gate honking and singing to him.



Marquez is a Korean War veteran and a beloved figure in his community.



We here at Action News also want to thank Leo for his service and we wish him a very happy birthday.

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