JEFF DAVIS COUNTY, Ga. (WALB) - A procession for Master Sergeant Luther Grace occurred this morning, May 3, in Jeff Davis County. Grace was a Korean War veteran who was finally accounted for after 75 years.

Grace is joined by family and community members in the procession through Hazlehurst. His remains are being taken to his funeral, which is set to take place at Jeff Davis High School’s football field at 11 a.m.

WALB News 10’s McKenzie Blaze is in Hazlehurst today at these events. She will have more in newscasts tonight.

Previous coverage:

• Korean War veteran coming home to South Georgia after 75 years

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