10/05/2026
Muskogee VA Center for Development and Civic Engagement Honors 100-Year-Old HBPC Veteran Calvin “Cal” Asay
Calvin “Cal” Asay, a cherished Home-Based Primary Care (HBPC) Veteran, recently celebrated his 100th birthday. Jamie McCoy, his dedicated HBPC social worker, reached out to the Muskogee VA Center for Development and Civic Engagement (CDCE) to ask how the VA could honor this monumental milestone.
Muskogee CDCE quickly sprang into action. Because Mr. Asay is homebound, his family suggested a parade—and the community rallied together to make it happen. A fire truck, police cars, VA volunteers, and community members lined the road to celebrate this remarkable occasion.
In addition to the parade, Muskogee CDCE arranged a congratulatory letter from VA Secretary Douglas Collins and a commemorative coin frame. These gifts, along with a birthday cake, were presented to Mr. Asay.
Surrounded by his wife, family, and HBPC team, Mr. Asay was brought to the driveway to watch the parade. With a big smile, he told everyone, “Y’all might not know this, but I’m 100.” Everyone cheered as they celebrated this remarkable Veteran.
Adding to the uniqueness of the celebration, Cal’s wife will also turn 100 this coming May. Together, they recently celebrated 80 years of marriage—a truly extraordinary testament to a lifetime of love and commitment.
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Special thanks to Lori Thompson for taking the photos