PFC Frank H. Ono

Frank H. Ono, a second generation Japanese American, served with honor and distinction during World War II in Company G, 442nd Infantry Regimental Combat Team near Castellina, Italy, on July 4, 1944. His selfless actions held the enemy at bay as he made himself a target of enemy fire to secure a safe position for his platoon while enduring enemy fire. He rendered first aid to his wounded men, and for his bravery and courage he received the Purple Heart and the Distinguished Service Cross. During a White House ceremony on June 21, 2000, his Distinguished Service Cross was upgraded to the Medal of Honor for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of life above and beyond the call of duty. He died at age 56 on May 6, 1980, and is interred in Highland Cemetery at North Judson, Indiana.

Knox, Indiana · United States