DALE DYER TO TURN 100 YEARS OLD ON DECEMBER 8

Fannin County historian Dale Dyer, right, blows out his birthday candles with long-time friend and fellow Bomber pilot, James Watkins. Both men are celebrating turning 100-years-old this December.

Birthday boy Dale Dyer celebrated his 100th birthday with many family and friends surrounding him, including fellow Fannin County historian Ethelene Jones, November 30. Dyer officially turns 100 on December 8.

Fannin County celebrity Dale Dyer affectionaly greets his friend and City of Blue Ridge Mayor Donna Whitener during his birthday party held at the First Baptist Church of Blue Ridge’s Youth building, November 30. December 8, Dyer’s actual birthday, has been proclaimed as Dale Dyer Day, in honor of his 100 years and his contributions to the county.

Fannin County historian Dale Dyer, right, and long-time friend and fellow Bomber pilot James Watkins both turn 100-years-old this December. Dyer said two other men who are also turning 100 had hoped to attend the party, November 30. Dyer officially turns 100 December 8, which has been declared as Dale Dyer Day by the City of Blue Ridge.

Fannin County celebrity Dale Dyer shakes hands with Lieutenant Colonel George D. Pletcher at his 100th birthday party, November 30. Dyer officially turns 100-years-old December 8, which has been proclaimed by the City of Blue Ridge as Dale Dyer Day.