What makes this interesting is the fact that as a Japanese American, he and his family were sent to an internment camp. Instead of being bitter, he volunteered to serve in the army. Even in that situation he felt the need to serve.
Here's hoping his passing is peaceful.
http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2012/10/22/dying-man-casts-final-vote/?hpt=hp_t2