Summery: Designated Naval Aviator during
November of 1941. Following service with VMF-112 flew with VMF-311
at Okinawa. Credited with five aerial victories during World
War II. Completed Naval Test Pilot School 1951. During Korean
War served on staff of MAG-33 and later as CO of VMF-311. Other
assignments included: CO, MAG-15; student Naval War College.
During Vietnam lost left leg in aircraft accident but returned
to full duty status flight status. Following retirement from
Marine Corps in 1976 was employed by Convair. Died of cancer
in 1985. Buried at Arlington National Cemetery. Military awards
included two awards of the Silver Star, Distinguished Flying
Cross, Air Medal (3 awards), Bronze Star, and the Purple Heart.
Recipient of the Alfred A. Cunningham Trophy as Marine Aviator
of the Year 1963.
Survived by:
Wife:
Mrs. Michael Yunck
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