Jonesboro Veteran Pearly Lasley Turns 100
Family, friends and community members gathered on Saturday to celebrate the World War II veteran's centennial birthday.
Updated on Nov. 9, 2026 in Civic
Pearly Lasley, a Jonesboro native and World War II veteran, celebrated his 100th birthday on Saturday with family, friends and community members. Lasley served in the Army from 1945 to 1946.
Why it matters
The celebration recognizes a local veteran reaching a rare milestone and highlights the service of Jonesboro residents in World War II. It also gives the community a moment to honor an older generation's contributions.
Pearly Lasley reached 100 years of age, and his Army service spanned 1945 to 1946. The report does not specify attendance figures or any formal honors presented at the event.
The players
Pearly Lasley
A World War II veteran and Jonesboro native who turned 100 years old, attributing his longevity to being careful about the company he keeps and attending church.
The details
Pearly Lasley celebrated his 100th birthday with family, friends and community members. During his Army service he traveled from Little Rock to Aberdeen, Maryland, and then to California, attended typing school, and left the Army in Louisiana.
Timeline
1945 to 1946: Lasley serves in the Army.
Saturday, November 7, 2026: Lasley's 100th birthday celebration is held.
Civic Context
Lasley's service from 1945 to 1946 places him among the final cohort of Americans who served in World War II, a generation now reaching its centenarian years. His centennial celebration is one of the local ways Jonesboro marks the passing of that era.
The celebration shows how local residents can honor older neighbors and veterans in their own communities. Readers interested in similar milestones can look for local events recognizing area veterans.
The takeaway
Recognizing older residents and veterans while they are still among us keeps local history alive. Families and neighbors can find simple ways to mark these milestones together.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Kait8.
