Hometown: Wentzville.

WWII Army 18 Jun 1943 to 12 Jan 1946 – Infantry. Korean War

13 Oct 1950 to 14 May1952

New Guinea, Philippines – S/Sgt 32

His father was an alderman until 1945. He did not complete his term and moved to Desloge, Missouri, taking a job operating Andrew’s Cafe and Filling Station. In 1946 Eugene Jr. is working for his father.

Died 26 Feb 2004, buried Hazelwood Cemetery, Springfield, Missouri.