Dad was born January 29, 1920 in Baltimore, Maryland and went to be with his Lord Jesus on July 8, 2006. He died of old age, as the word given to him from Psalms 91:16 states, "With long life I will satisfy him, and show him my salvation."

He is survived by his children, and numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his wife, Pat, of 56 years.

A devoted Christian, Dad served many years as deacon at his church. Dad proudly served in the US Army Air Corps during WWII and fought for his country on two battle fronts (Alaska and Germany).

Memorial services well be held at 12 p.m. on Saturday, July 22, 2006 at West Seattle Christian Church. Graveside services are at 3 p.m concluding the memorial service at Forest Lawn Cemetery, Seattle.