World War II Honoree

Killed in World War II

Branch of Service

U.S. Army

Hometown

Decatur, Illinois

Honored By

Marilyn Thornton

Relationship

Sister

Activity During WWII

WOUNDED IN AFRICAN INVASION. SENT HOME WITH A PURPLE HEART. RE-ENLISTED AND WAS KILLED IN ACTION ON JUNE 6, 1944 DURING LANDING ON BEACH OF NORMANDY.