Passed away Tuesday September 8, 2009 in Marana, Arizona. Born September 24, 1929 in Chicago, Illinois. Survived by his beloved wife of 53 years, Carol and many dear friends. He was a member of the Continental Ranch Senior Citizens Retirees and a Proud Marine. He was a lifetime member of The 1st Marine Division Association National, where he was National Director, and various Chapters in California and Arizona, also The Marine Corps League Green Valley and The American Legion of Green Valley, Arizona, Korean War Veterans Edward Rhodes Chapter in Tucson and Lifetime member of Elks #385 (BPOE) Tucson, Arizona.