Background
Arkfeld, Leo was born on February 4, 1912 in Butte, Nebraska, United States. Son of George and Theresa (Siemer) Arkfeld.
Arkfeld, Leo was born on February 4, 1912 in Butte, Nebraska, United States. Son of George and Theresa (Siemer) Arkfeld.
Student, Divine Word Seminary, Techny, Illinois.
Missionary to, New Guinea, 1945. Bishop of Wewak New Guinea, 1948-1976. Administrator Diocese of Wewak, 1976-1980.
Archbishop of Madang, since 1976.