Permanent Veteran Record
| Branch | Army |
|---|---|
| Rank | Sergeant |
| Conflict / Era | Korean War |
| Years of Service | 1951 – 1953 |
| Date of Birth | 01/16/1933 |
| Date of Death | 02/03/2004 |
| Hometown | Mill Creek, OH |
| Awards | Bronze Star, Korean Service Medal, United Nations Service Medal, Combat Infantryman Badge, Expert Marksmanship |
| Burial Location | Paris Twp: Oakdale |
| Monument Paver | Section D |
| Source | DD-214, Union Co. Recorder's Office, Vol. 8, p. 47; veteran data form submitted by daughter; HEROES FROM THE HEARTLAND: KOREAN WAR EDITION, p. 74; obituary, Marysville Journal-Tribune, 02/05/04 and 02/06/04 |
Overseas service: Korea (front lines, along the 38th Parallel). Church: First United Methodist Church, Marysville, Ohio. School: Watkins High School. Assigned as a tank commander to the 224th Tank Company; served on the Korean front lines for duration of deployment; unit played an integral part in several major battles, including the Punch Bowl, Seoul, and Heartbreak Ridge; lifetime member of Millcreek V.F.W. Post #3320
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