Branch of Service
U.S. Navy
Hometown
Presque Isle, Maine
Honored By
Jeff McCulloh
Relationship
Neighbor
Joined the U.S. Navy in 1942. Fought at Guam and Iwo Jima. Awarded the Bronze Star while attached to the 3rd Marine Division on Iwo Jima for bravery. Discharged in 1946. Awarded the Bronze Star, Good Conduct and WWII Victory medals. Also awarded the Pacific campaign ribbon (9 stars), Merit unit ribbon, combat ribbon and Philippine Liberation ribbon.