Branch of Service
U.S. Marine Corps
Hometown
Portland, Maine
Honored By
Jeff McCulloh
Relationship
Neighbor
Joined the Marine Corps Drum and Bugle Corps in early 1941. Served in the American and Asiatic-Pacific theaters of Operation. Performed thousands of burials at Arlington National Cemetery and played at the White House. Awarded the Good Conduct, American Defense and WWII Victory medals. Also awarded the American theater and Asiatic-Pacific campaign ribbons.