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Abbott, Evelyn F.

The daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Abbott of Tilbury. Took basic training in Galt. Served two years in Halifax then transferred to Toronto. Promoted to the rank of Leading Wren and received the C.V.S.M. Evelyn enlisted in the Navy in 1942 and was stationed at HMCS Stadacona, NS. Beside her regular duties, Evelyn […]

Abbott, Phillip George R.

The son of Mr. and Mrs. P. H. Abbott. The CDN 4/03/44 reported that Phillip was training at Camp Borden when he was given a short leave home. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

Reported for duty on July 4th, 1916, proceeding to London thence to Camp Borden where they encamped until October, returning then to Chatham. They embarked for overseas March 28th, 1917, arriving in England April 26th, proceeding thence to France to the base at Etaples by way of Folkestone and Boulougne reaching the 18th. Battalion August […]

Abel, D. B.

Married to Bettey (nee Mathews who was residing at her parents home at 127 Elizabeth St., Chatham when her husband returned on a 30 day leave for at least Christmas and New Years. He returned on leave reported in the CDN 11/01/45. Afa: CDN 11/12/44, 11/01/45.

From Chatham, ON. The son of Mrs. R. H. Abraham of Victoria Ave., Chatham, ON. In March of 1944 Bill was at RCAF I.T.S. – Toronto, ON when he was home on a weeks furlough. CDN 14/03/44 Served eighteen month in Canada, then saw overseas duty. Promoted from AC2 to Sergeant. While serving overseas he […]

Abray, Ray Clifford

Next of kin reported as Mr. Abray of R. R. # 3 Ridgetown, ON. It was reported in the Ridgetown newspaper in Dec. 1943 that ‘smokes’ were sent to this soldier. RIN 5/12/17 Returned from overseas on board the S. S. “New Amsterdam” part of a contingent of RCR members. CDN 25/09/45. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE […]

Private John Lloyd Adams left for overseas with a draft from the 1st. Depot Battalion February 28th, 1918 on the Grampian, and after a short training with the 4th. Reserve Battalion, crossed to France May 1st, to the 47th. Canadian Battalion, September 27th, 1918, he received a gunshot wound in the right thigh, and, after […]

Seaman Richard H. Adams served fourteen years with the Royal Naval Reserve. Seaman Richard H. Adams left Canada for England August 4th, 1914, doing escort duty until May 1915 when he was sent to the Dardanelles. In February 1918 he returned to Canada for one month’s leave, returning for duty in the North Sea with […]

The CDN 30/ 11/43 reported that Robert then living at 404 Victoria Ave, Chatham, and had enlisted in the R.C.A.F. The CDN 1/07/44 reported that Robert had been on a weeks furlough before returning to RCAF- Toronto. The CDN 19/07/44 referred to AC2 Adam’s home on a week-end furlough. Was in R.C.A.F. from June to November 1944. Was discharged and went to […]

Adams, Gordon “Bud”

The son of Mr. and Mrs. H. A. Adams, Victoria Ave., Chatham. Bud had been stationed at RCAF Prince Albert, SK, when he was granted leave to visit his parents. CDN 32/03/44

Adams, Jack

Stationed at Sea Island, BC. Jack along with his wife and two children Cecil and Frank of Pelee Island spent the week with Mr. and Mrs. James Adams. CDN 9/03/44 LOOKING FOR INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website

Adams, Jay W.

Born 30/03/1920. Jay enlisted in the RCNVR 23/07/41. He saw service on the high seas and in Scotland. He was discharged 9/11/1945. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

Son of Mr. & Mrs. James (Chappy) Adkin. Father was a well known Dresden baseball player. The Wallaceburg News reported that Gerald was on ‘active sesvice’ at HMCS Buxton, NS. After discharge, Gerald Adkin moved to Wallaceburg, where he lived until his death in 1978. School-Days nickname “Peewee”. Served on H.M.C.S. Cornwallis, Buxton, Scotian, Perigrine, […]

Son of Parents- Mr. Charles & Mrs. Charlotte Adkin. Reported returning from overseas on board the S. S. “New Amsterdam” part of a contingent of RCR members. It was reported in the CDN 13/01/45 that after serving in North Africa, Sicily and Italy. It was while in Italy during the battle of Ortona he was seriously wounded in […]

The daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Elvin. H. and Myrtle Adkin of Dresden, ON. (US Forces) The daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Elvin H. and Myrtle Adkin of Dresden, ON. (US Forces). The sister of Lorne C. RCR and Kenneth J. Provost Corp., and Bruce A. Adkin. The DT 6/05/43 reported that Lieut. Adkin was leaving Chicago […]

Alexander, W.R.

The CDN 3/07/44 reported that LAC Alexander had been on a week-end furlough at the home of Mr. Jack Smith of Harwich Twsp. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

Allen, Glenn

Stationed at St. Hyacinth, PQ. The CDN 21/09/43 was visiting his grandmother Mrs. B. Allen of Lorne Ave, Chatham. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

Allin Douglas G.

Born in Chatham, ON. 17 October, 1923 the son of Margaret (MacKinnon) and William Allin, brother of Leonard, William, Jack, Kay. Husband of Norma Beadford (Rook) CDN 28/07/50; father of Karen (Chinnick), David, Brian and Gary. Convoy duty seven months on destroyer H.M.C.S. Skeens. One year on the frigate H.M.C.S. Joliette. Discharged November 7th, 1945 After his service […]

Allin William

Served in Newfoundland (Botwood) from December 1st, 1942 to April 1944. st. John’s Newfoundland to June 1945 to June 1946 as Knights of Columbus Supervisor. Stationed at St. Johns, Newfoundland. William was on leave with his wife on Ursuline Ave., and his parents Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Allin on Wellington St., West, Chatham. CDN 15/08/44. […]

Allin, John Evan

Born in Chatham Twsp. The CDN 30 Jun. 1944 reported that John married Jean McClung of Cedar Springs, Kent Co., ON. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

Allin, L.E.

The DT 2/01/41 reported he was stationed at St.Thomas and he spent a Christmas leave with Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Clark of Dawn Valley, ON. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

Anderson, Edna Dorothy

The daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Anderson of Second St., Chatham. Previous Military Experience…None History After Enlistment… Served at mountain View, and later transferred to Trenton. LAW Anderson was stationed at Washington, DC., when she was home on a weekend leave, she would return to Washington. CDN 18/09/44 Edna would later marry Clarence Edward Smith CDN […]

Anderson, F.R.

Prior to his enlistment in the RCAF, he was Reverend pastor of the Dresden Presbyterian Church. The DT 26/08/43 reported that Lieut. Anderson was then stationed at RCAF Dunnville, along with his wife and daughter (Alberta), who were visiting in Dresden. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website

Born 3/01/1917 at Chatham, ON The son of Jack and Edith (Tackaberry) Anderson, of 174 Victoria, Avenue, Chatham, formerly of Wallaceburg, Ontario, Canada, later living in Wallaceburg. Jack was educated at McKeough Public School and Chatham Collegiate Institute. Prior to his enlistment he he was employed with the Bank of Montreal” in Chatham and Wallaceburg, […]

Anderson, Robert ‘Rocky’ L.

Robert ‘Rocky’ Anderson was born 17/01/19 in Keithly, Yorkshire, England. He was the son of Robert and Rebecca Anderson of 12 Harvey St., Chatham. Robert Sr., a member of the CEF, had married and thought of staying in the UK. In 1920, now with ten month old Rocky, the family immigrated to Canada, eventually settling […]

Andrew W. B.

Signal service in Quebec 1915. Joined 33rd Battalion as signal officer and proceeded overseas Mar. 1916 and transferred to 39th reserve as signal instructor of signal base. Joined RFC in June 1917 and transferred to Scotland in Oct. as instructor in RFC. Crossed to France Jan. 1918 to 55th squadron and crashed on Feb. 12 […]

Andrews, Robert John

Born 18/11/1907 at Embury, England, the son of George Elford and Susan Ann Andrews living on Tilbury St., Tilbury, ON. Robert enlisted 2/09/1942 at HMCS Hunter, Windsor, ON. Robert was reported on a week-end leave from the RCN Barracks in Windsor at his parents home. TT 24/09/42. He was reported stationed at HMCS Stadacona, Halifax, […]

Anions, Richard H.

Son of Mr. & Mrs. Montague Anions of Beechwood, Howard Twsp., later of Ridgetown, Kent Co., brother of Barbara. The CDN 9/08/44 that Richard ‘Dick’ H. Anions had been promoted to Pilot Officer. It was reported in the Ridgetown Dominion that P/O Anions was forced down in Labrador while on a bomber ferry flight to England. Found […]

Annan, Henry “Harry” McFadyen

The son of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Annan of Fourth St., Chatham, ON. Henry enlisted in November 1942, trained at Toronto, Belleville, Brantford, Fingal and received his wings at Crumlin 25/02/1943 and was commissioned as a pilot officer. CDN 22/06/44. The WJ 18/01/43 reported that AC2 Annan was visiting his parents at their home on Fourth […]

Served thirteen and a half months overseas. Participated in six operational trips. Flew the Atlantic homeward. After VE day was with Goose Squadron., Bombardier of crew of Lancaster representing Canada at U.S.A.A.F. Anniversary in Dayton Ohio, August, 5th, 1945. Discharged 29th, 1942.

Born in 1916 at Tilbury, On. the son of Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Archer of Carlyle Ave., Tilbury and brother of Peter. Edward was raised in Tilbury where he attended both public and high school. Pete joined the Kent Regt. in May of 1940, Appears on the “Muster Roll” of the 2nd Bn., […]

The son of Edmond Henry and Clara Ursula (nee Hucker) Arens, they had immigrated to Canada from Belgium. The brother of Yvonne (Dhean). The Husband of Elsie Mae (nee Bowden of Cedar Springs) father of Donna and Michael and Dennis [deceased in 1981 at 33 years). Served with navy for two and a half years, in Halifax and Newfoundland. Was […]

Armstrong, Douglas Bean

The son of Douglas Sr. CDN 9/06/43. Husband of Margaret (nee Reeves) of Tupperville married. CDN 31/05/43. Douglas and his wife were reported visiting relatives in Fletcher, ON. before returning to the east coast. CDN 5/01/44. Douglas is reported to have re-married Alma Gerred CDN 7/08/47 and a birth of a son in Wallaceburg was […]

Armstrong, G.W. Roger

Born in Summerside, NB., the son of Charles and Ethel (Donald) Armstrong, brother of David. He served overseas for five and a half years. The Wallaceburg News reported that Roger transferred to the RCNVR. He held the rank of Stoc. 2, V78760 and was stationed at Stadacona I., Halifax, NS. The husband of Lil (nee O’Rafferty-McDonald), […]

Armstrong, George

The son of Mrs. Minnie and the late Cecil Armstrong of Wallaceburg. He enlisted at HMCS Hunter in Windsor, ON. 6 March 1944. He graduated from 157th Engineering Class of Stockers . The WN 15/06/44 reported that he was “taking a special course in Engineering stationed in Toronto, ON. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH […]

Armstrong, Milo L.

Born 20/02/1922 the son of Lorne and Lillian ‘Lily’ (nee Jackson) Armstrong of Merlin, ON. The brother of Gerald, Marjorie (Chatterson) and Deloris (St.Peter). Milo enlisted in the Army at Windsor but served with the Hasting & Pr. Edward Regt. While Milo was stationed in England in 1944 he wrote the following to the Merlin Community Club: 24 April, […]

RCOC and 5th Canadian Armoured Div. The son of LeRoy and Halle Arnold. Next of kin Mrs. L. Arnold of R. R. # 1 Northwood, ON. No siblings. The husband of Shirley Patrica (nee Allen) and the father of Sandra Lyn, John, and Larry. Floyd enlisted in January of 1941 with the RCOC. […]

The daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Arnold of Harwich Twsp., Kent Co., ON. The CDN 13/09/43 reported that she and LAW Gloria Rogers of Ottawa were guests for a weekend leave at her parents home. Grace was stationed at RCAF Rockcliffe in March of 1944 and was reported to be home on leave. CDN 14/03/44 (Soc&P). Previous […]

Arnold, Ross

From Kimball, ON. Stationed at BTC. No.12 – Chatham, ON. WN 12/11/42. He was Stationed at Welland ON in May of 1943 when he was given a leave to visit his home. WN 20/05/43. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

Born in Chatham Twsp. the son of Elmer and Olive (nee Williston). He attended the Chatham Vocational School before enlistment. Husband of Delma (nee Couture); father of Margaret, Ruth. Wes served oversea with the RCASC seeing action in Italy and Belgium. After the war he farmed in Chatham Twsp. as well worked 30 […]

Arnold, William Christopher M.D.

Regimental number: X3884 (1/05/16). The son of Thadius Arnold. Siblings included Lester (born 1891), Bernice 17, Minnie 14, Maude 12, William 9, LuLu 6, Ruby 4. Examined 5/12/15 at Winnipeg, MB. Age: 33 years, a Physician. Height: 5’9”, 160#, Girth 35”, Fair development. RG150, Accession: 1992-93/166 Box: 246-22, Item: 13900, PDF: B0246-SO22. Born in […]

The daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. Ash of Forest St., Chatham. The CDN Aug. 1944, reported Winifred arrived in Chatham to spend two weeks furlough at her parents. She was stationed at RCAF-Galt. Previous Military Experience… None History After Enlistment… Received basic training at Galt. Sent to Deep Brook for a four week’s course. Posted […]

Ashton Berton Leonard

The son of J. Len and Rebecca Ashton were reported to be living at 550 king St. W., Chatham, ON. Berton was the brother of Jay Ernest, V19279, RCNVR. Ashton was overseas from December 1939 to May 1944. He served at Dunkirk. Ashton enlisted in 1939 in London, ON. the 58 enlistment in the Royal […]

The son of J. Len and Rebecca Ashton reported living at 550 king St. W., Chatham, ON. The brother of Burton L. Tpr. A3058, RCR. Jay enlisted with the RCNVR in April of 1941 at HMCS Hunter in Windsor, ON. He did his primary training in Windsor for three months. His specialist training was […]

Born in 1924 at Chatham, ON., the son of John and Hazel (nee Hetherington) of Delaware Avenue, Chatham, ON., the brother of Rose (Wiseman). The husband of Helen Marie (nee Howard). The father of Richard, Randy, Robert and Ronald. Served with 2nd Kents. Served in Canada Navy as radar operator, chiefly on H.M.S. Seacliffe for convoy […]

Ashton, Leonard G.

He is on the staff of the army Service Corps in Stratford, Pte. Ashton was reported in the CDN 20/04/43 returning to Stratford after spending a week-end with relatives in Chatham. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

Askin, Warren J.

AC1 Askin was part of the RCAF, Eastern Air Command Headquarters. Born in Tilbury East Twsp. 1918. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph E. and Sara Askin of Fort St., Tilbury, ON. Warren enlisted 27/04/1942 age 24 years. He trained at Galt Air Training school, Galt, ON. and at No.1 Wireless School, Queen Mary […]

Enlisted in July, 1944 age 17 years.. Date of Birth: 1927 at Chatham, the son of Beatrice Atkinson, living at 38 Lowe, St., Chatham, ON. George served overseas for two years aboard the HMS. Beaconhill. Discharged 3/04/1946. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

According to the CDN 13/03/45, Burt enlisted early in the war. He appears on the “Muster Roll” of the 2nd Bn., Kent Regiment (MG), N.P.A.N. (date unknown). The father of Vickie (Brundritt of Rondeau). Bert was reported married, and his wife, Mae, was living at 29 Park Ave., in Chatham while Bert was in […]

Atkinson, Ray Clarke

Ray enlisted in the RCAF. Born in 1916, on the Botany Road, Kent Co., ON. The son of Mr. and Mrs. Willard Atkinson was on a two week furlough. Brother of Leigh Kenneth and John Stewart. Clarke married Maxine Margaret (nee Palmer) of London, ON. CWAC. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website. […]

Attridge, Wallace Hood

Born in Orford Twsp., 17 Nov. 1919, the son of George A. and Nellie M. (nee Hood) Attridge; The brother of Margaret (Neate), Marie (MacPherson), Walter, Gordon, Charles, Irene (Morden) and Norma (Calquhoun) The husband of Mary (nee Colquhoun), father of Nancy (Mahoney), Carol (Caron). Wallace served in the Royal Canadian Regt. overseas, wounded in […]

Attridge, William Henry

Born 12/07/1917 at Guilds, ON. Harwich Twsp. ON. The son of George and Lydia (nee Pegg). Next of kin: wife Jean (nee Cracknell). They were married 12 June, 1943 in Pembroke, ON. BNT 23/06/43. William enlisted in London, ON. in October of 1940 at Depot 1. He was sent to Toronto, ON. to the Army trade […]

Authier, R. A.

Pat enlisted at the Windsor Armory in 1943. He saw action 6/06/1944 D-day invasion of Normandy and was wounded while serving with “a Winnipeg regiment” in the Boulogne, France and was returned home. MGF-IODE Tilbury, KCFA.

Aylesworth, Ross K.

The son of Mrs. Edith Aylesworth of 85 Murray St., Chatham, ON. The CDN 25/07/44 reported that Ross spent a weekend with his mother in Chatham. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

Babcock, Winifred Lenora, Wife of Babcock Ross Reuben Born in Newbury, ON. in 1916. The husband of Winnifred, father of Larry and Dennis. Ross enlisted 18/02/1943 with the 2nd Kent Regt serving for two years before transferring to the RCAF serving at No.1 Manning Depot, Toronto, ON. All of his […]

Later promoted to Sgt. RCASC. The husband of Helen Gregory (nee Patterson). Tpr. Irvine was reported in the DT 8/04/43 as training with the Camp Borden – Tank Corp when he was given a weekend leave to visit home. The DT 6/05/43 stationed at Camp Borden was home on a weekend pass to be with his wife and Daughter living […]

Born in 1924 in Windsor, ON, the son of Mr. H.W. and Mrs. Finalda Bailey of 191 Wellington St. West, Chatham, ON. the brother of Lorne A111443. The husband of Helen Margaret (nee Reardon). Stationed at RCAF-Clinton had arrived home on a two week furlough to visit his parents. The CDN 10/04/43 reported that Ronald was returning to […]

Born in Windsor, ON. in 1927 the son of Mrs. H. W. Bailey of 191 Wellington Str. West, Chatham, ON., the brother of Ronald R191581. Lorne served 2 years with the Kent Regt., enlisting 25/09/44. The CDN 4/10/44 reported that Pte. Bailey then stationed at Wolsley Barracks, London, ON. was spending a week-end with his parents. He […]

Baird, John W.

The husband of Jean. The father of Karen, Janet and John “Jack’. John passed away 27 July, 1990 – Buried at Maple Leaf Cemetery – Chatham, ON. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

Born in 1917 at Chatham, ON. Married in June to Catherine Elizabeth (nee Wagenar), they were living at 76 Prince St., Chatham. Served 5 1/2 years in Canada. Joseph enlisted in August of 1940 and served five and a half years in Canada. Trained at Bombing and Gunnery School #10, at Fingal, ON. Cpl. […]

Baker, Eugene A.

The son Mr. and Mrs. J. Baker, of Prince St. South. Reported returning to the east coast after a furlough to visit with his brother Oscar and other family in Romney Twsp. TT16/09/43. Eugene passed away 8 September, 1964. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

Baker, G.J.

The CDN 15/06/43 reported that Cpl. Baker formerly on the office staff at RCAF- Fingal was on leave for a few day with his wife and daughter Diane Elizabeth. After a short visit he left for Mont Joli after which he was scheduled to go to Prince Edward Island. The CDN 28/10/43 reported that Sgt. Baker had left for […]

Baker, Muriel

The daughter of Frank Baker of Queen St., Wallaceburg, ON. The WN 13/08/42 reported that AW2 Baker was stationed at RCAF-Dunnville when she was home for a visit with her family. The WN 10/02/44 reported that LAW Baker, stationed at RCAF Dunnville, was on a weekend leave visiting her father. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website. […]

Born in Chatham, ON. in 1913. The son of Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Ball of Park Avenue, Chatham, ON. Alex was married to Evelyn and was living at 128 Lorne Ave., Chatham, with their daughter, when he enlisted in October, 1943. Prior to enlisting he was employed as a patrolman at the Chatham Chrysler plant. […]

Enlisted at Windsor, basic training at Quebec City. Was transferred to Cornwallis and then to Halifax for Radar Operator Training. Was on Corvette Convoy duty 15 months and the remainder of his service was spent on a minesweeper. Discharged September 3rd, 1945. The CDN 7/09/1954 reported that Clayton married Teresa Marie (nee Giroux) LOOKING FOR […]

Ball, Alex Peter / Peter Alex

Born in Chatham, ON. in 1913. The son of Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Ball of Park Avenue, Chatham, ON. Alex was married to Edith Evelyn (nee Kearrey) and was living at 128 Lorne Ave., Chatham, with their daughter, when he enlisted in October, 1943. Prior to enlisting he was employed as a patrolman at the Chatham Chrysler plant. […]

Ball, Clarence “Archie” Archibald

From Fletcher, ON. enlisted with the RCAF 14 November, 1942. The CDN 3/09/1941 married Flossie Verna (nee Kirby). Archie was stationed at the Toronto Manning Pool to begin his RCAF training. He was on a weekend leave in Chatham. The CDN 23/03/43 (Merlin) reported that Archie left last week for Lachine, PQ. to commence his duties in the […]

Ball, Donald D.

Living at R. R. # 6 Chatham, ON. The son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Ball. Reported enlisted at No.1 District Depot between 15 to 31 December, 1943. Reported returned from overseas duty. CDN 5/01/44. The CDN Sep. 44 reported that Trp. Ball was serving overseas. Reported returned from overseas duty CKFA, CDN 25/7/45. And in the CDN 27/ 07/45. Donald would marry […]

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