Tuesday update: Richard Overton, America’s oldest living World War II veteran, was released from an Austin hospital at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday after being diagnosed with pneumonia Friday.

"He responded really well to the antibiotics," said his friend Steve Wiener. "He’s home now and feels fine."

Family members had said Monday they they expected Overton to be released Tuesday.

Monday: Richard Overton, America’s oldest living World War II veteran, is expected to be released from an Austin hospital Tuesday after being diagnosed with pneumonia Friday.

Overton recently celebrated his 111th birthday with a neighborhood block party. The city also recognized his achievements by giving Hamilton Avenue, the East Austin street where he lives, the honorary name Richard Overton Avenue.

Overton had a fever of 102 degrees and was rushed to St. David’s Medical Center’s emergency room last week. Since then, he’s been on antibiotics and his temperature has normalized, according to his cousin, Volma Overton Jr.

"He’s doing great, but doctors want to keep him one more day to get stronger," he said Monday. "We appreciate all the prayers and concern, and (Richard) can’t wait to get back on his front porch."

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Since Overton’s birthday May 11, there’s been an estimated $19,000 spike in donations to the GoFundMe page that was set up by his family in 2016 to raise funds for his care. However, the fundraising page still had not reached its $200,000 goal as of Monday. The funds ensure that Overton receives the around-the-clock care he needs to continue to live at home, where he often receives visitors, including famous ones such as Vice President Joe Biden.

It takes about $15,000 a month for his care, Volma Overton said.

In honor of his birthday, many recent donors have been contributing $111, but most donations are between $10 to $50.

"You stay put sir, we got this," wrote GoFundMe donor Jana Shortal. "From one combat vet to another, thank you for your service," wrote Tina Bean, who also donated to Richard Overton’s fundraising page.

Volma Overton says the veteran, who has been enjoying his twilight years in the national spotlight, misses smoking his beloved cigars. "Man, I need my medicine — my cigars," Richard Overton told his cousin at the hospital.

Austinites know that on most days they can find Overton enjoying his cigars while sitting on his porch

"As soon as he gets home, he’ll likely light one up," Volma Overton said.