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World War II veteran celebrates 100th birthday with family, friends in Upper Darby

WW II veteran and Delaware County resident celebrates 100th birthday
WW II veteran and Delaware County resident celebrates 100th birthday 00:32

DREXEL HILL, Pa. (CBS) -- A centenarian celebration is underway in Delaware County. Aaron Lipson celebrated his 100th birthday in Upper Darby with family and friends. 

He's a World War II veteran and native of the Philadelphia area. 

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World War II veteran celebrates 100th birthday with family, friends in Upper Darby

He's lived in Drexel Hill for 72 years. 

Among his birthday gifts, was a congratulatory letter from Gov. Tom Wolf and treats from Tastykake and Goldenberg's Peanut Chews. 

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