Started umpiring in 1927 and umpired in 12 ASA nationals. Served as Metro Indianapolis UIC from 1941-1981. He formed the Indianapolis Umpire Association in 1944 and was co-owner of the Metropolitan Softball Stadium from 1962-1986. He was a manager at Johnson Chevrolet Body Shop for 20 years, retiring in 1987. He was a member of the Ancient Landmark Masonic Lodge and a life member of the ASA. He died in December of 1989 at age 78 at Community Hospital East in Indianapolis.
