CANTON, Ohio — This Veterans Day , two Army veterans who once shared stories and service through their local American Legion Post are proving that friendship and camaraderie never fade with time.

80-year-old David Sager, a resident at Brookdale Canton , recently reconnected with an old friend, Bill Theiss, thanks to a visit from the Warrior2Warrior Ministry Program . Theiss, who now volunteers with the group, recognized Sager during a visit over coffee and donuts.

"I saw David and I thought, 'Wow, there you are. Hadn't seen you in quite a while.' And so we reconnected," Theiss said.

The two first met through American Legion Post 44 years ago. For those who’ve known them both, the reunion brought joy and nostalgia.

"I'm so glad to see that Dave still has a sense of humor since I

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