‘Operation Healing Heroes’ visits Steinhatchee American Legion Post 291
Posted on September 2, 2026
The 100th episode of “Operation Healing Heroes,” a Discovery Channel program, was filmed in Steinhatchee at Joe D. White American Legion Post 291. Host Jay Garstecki interviewed four World War II veterans who ranged in age from 99 to 102. Shown are: (left to right) George Pittman Sr., U.S. Air Force; Howard Mautner, U.S. Army Air Corps; host Jay Garstecki; Ray Decant, U.S. Navy; and Charles “Bud” Quandt, U.S. Navy.
Operation Healing Heroes Foundation founder Jay Garstecki, the son and grandson of veterans, carries a deep and abiding respect for those who have worn our nation’s uniform.
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