He served in World War II, 25 May 1942 to 1 Jun 1945 as a pilot in 565th Squadron, 389th Heavy Bomber Group, 8th Air Force, England. Flew 30 bombing missions over Europe in B-24 Liberators. Holds Distinguished Flying Cross and Air Medal with 3 Oak Leaf Clusters. After war he was an airline pilot.
Killed in action in Vietnam. Awarded Silver Star, Bronze Star, Adrmy Commendation Medal and Purple Heart. No children.