Born in New York. A resident of Newton, Jasper County, Iowa when he enlisted in the 22nd Iowa Infantry for three years. Mustered in as a Private in Company C on 28 Aug 1862. Promoted to Sergeant Major and transferred to Field and Staff (F&S) on 9 Sep 1862. Returned to Company C on 1 May 1863. Discharged for disability at Davenport, Scott County, Iowa. A member of Custer Post No. 6 of Tacoma, Pierce County, Washington. Died at Steilacoom, Pierce County, Washington. His military records spell his last name as "Hobert". His family headstone indicates he died on 7 Jan 1902, contradicting his death records.