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Hoppins, A.W.

The son of Mrs. Nettie Hoppins and he had a brother Harvey. He was visiting with his mother on a weeks leave. DT 21/12/44 LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

Date of Birth 10/09/1921 at Dewer Lake, Sask. The son of Carman and Rachel Horley of Port Lambton and Sarnia ON. He had two brothers also in the RCN. It was reported that Wallace was serving on HMCS Venture a ‘Guard Ship’ at Halifax, NS. Assigned to HMCS Alberni, a Corvette 14/01/44 was struck by […]

Born in Blenheim, ON., the daughter of Robert and Helene Hornby of Gray St., Chatham. The sister of John Robert, Doriene (Killby) and Marjorie (Sullivan). She attended Blenheim High School. The wife of William Chandler, mother of Dave, Sue (Nead). Donna Jean severed in the RCAF as a Wireless operator from 1943 to 1945. Donna served as a Wireless Operator, was […]

Hornick, Blanche Isabelle

Date of Birth: May 2, 1925. Blanch enlisted with the RCAF (Womens Division) 29/07/43, she was assigned to Rockcliffe Station where she would assume her duties as a wireless operator. She would serve until 4/06/46 when she was discharge with Honourable Release with the C.V.S.M. Her duties were clerical work. Blanche was given the honour […]

Born in Tilbury East the son of Mr. Garnet Hornick of Tilbury East, brother of Lydia (Cushnie) Blanche (Osborne), Marjorie, James and Douglas. He grew up in Tilbury and attended Tilbury High School before moving to Windsor, ON. His date of enlistment was 1936. Jack, the husband of Helen Verge were married 17 Dec., 1939 the father of Garnet Leigh, born 21 Feb. 1940 […]

Horton Clarence “Hort” L.

The son of Frank Horton of Patteson Avenue, Chatham. Trained in Windsor from May 1942 to October 1942. Then went to Ottawa then to Cornwallis and to Newfoundland. In April 1944 went to see and served aboard ship until late 1945. The CDN 24/10/44 reported that Clarence returning to the east coast after visiting his parents, the brother of […]

Born in Chatham, ON., 5 /11/1921. Son of Mr. Frank and Kate Gladys Horton of 43 Patteson Ave. He attended Queen Mary Public School and CCI. He also had a brother Clarence who enlisted in the RCNVR “over a tear ago”. Prior to his enlistment ‘Les’ was a storekeeper for two years at the Chrysler Motors plant in Chatham. […]

Private Burt M. Horton trained at London and was promoted to Lance Corporal January 3rd,1918, and to Sergeant February 14th, 1918. He left Canada February 14th, 1918, and upon his arrival in England transferred to the C.M.G.D. at Seaford. August 18th, 1918, he proceeded to France with “F” Battery, 3rd Battalion Machine Gun Section, and […]

Signaller Cecil F. D. Hoskins was transferred from the 91st to the 186th Battalion serving with this unit until March 1917. .Signaller Cecil F. D. Hoskins was discharged from military service March 20th, 1917, being medically unfit.

Bugler Clifford C. Hoskins went overseas with the 99th Battalion May 31st, 1916, and was stationed at Sandling until October when he was returned to Canada, being too young for active service. Bugler Clifford C. Hoskins received his discharge from military service being under age. Date Deceased: February 04, 1995

Hoskins, Donald ‘Don’ Dunk

Born 16/06/1925 at Chatham, ON. Son of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred William Hoskins (a veteran of WWI 1st Bn. CEF) and Violet Jasmin (Hoskins); of Queen St. South and also lived on Baxter Street, Chatham.The eldest of four boys Jack, James and David of Queen St., Chatham, ON. Educated at Queen Mary Public School and […]

James grew up in Dresden. The DT 22/04/43 reported that L/Cpl. Houston, stationed at Camp Ipperwash was on a furlough for two weeks visiting his parents Mr. and Mrs. Ern Houston of North Dresden. DT 22/04/43 After some time in the army he transferred from the army and to the air force. R88316, RCAF 408 Bomber […]

The son of Mrs. Ern Houston of Dresden, ON. The CDN 8/04/43 Reported Pte. had spent a week-end with his parents before returning to Camp Ipperwash. The CDN 11/05/43 reported that Jack was on a week-end pass from Camp Ipperwash. The DT 1/06/44 reported that Jack then stationed at Camp Ipperwash, along with Miss Jean Balls of Petrolia spent the weekend at […]

Born 22/06/1919 in Chatham, ON, living in Wheatley, ON. The son of Mr. and Mrs. Houston of Wheatley. Rank: Sergeant (Pilot), Royal Canadian Air Force, # 11 Operational Training Unit. KIA – Date of Death: 22/07/1941,. Though born in Chatham he grew up in Wheatley, ON. where he attended Wheatley Continuation School and the United Church and […]

Houston, Michael Ferguson

Date of Birth: March 1, 1922. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. M. F. Houston of Harwich, Twsp., Kent Co., ON. Micheal was living in Ridgetown when he enlisted 3/09/42. Married to Adeline Edna (nee Molson) in Kingston, ON. on November 6, 1943 CDN13/11/43, he was stationed at Petawawa at the time of his […]

Houston, Richard C.

From Thamesville. Richard and his wife were reported visiting with Mr. nad Mrs. Lloyd Risebourough of Blenheim while he was on leave from Halifax. CDN 21/06/44. Richard saw service on the Halifax coast. WTM.

Houston, Walter F.

Served with the 6th Armoured Regt. at Camp Borden. He was visiting his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Houston. The WJ 10/07/41 Reported that he and Frank Cobby in the 1st Hussors at Camp Borden were on a weekend leave. The WJ 25/08/41 reported that Pte. Houston stationed at Camp Borden, spent a weekend with his parents. The WJ 18/09/41 reported that Tpr. Houston […]

Born October 24, 1913. The husband of May Madeline (nee Anderson) and the father of Robert. Married, his wife was living with Alfred’s parents, Mr. and and Mrs. Louis Howard on Gray St., Chatham, ON. Place of Enlistment: Windsor, Ontario. He served with the 2nd Kent Reserved Regiment from August 14, 1940 to March 1944. Married, […]

Born in Chatham in 1906. The Brother of Leo ‘Brodie’, Thomas, Stewart, Bonnie (Lauison) and William “Doc”. Ernest never married. Was with supply Department (Quarter Master Stores) stationed at #12 B.T.C. Chatham. Was on Chatham hospital Staff and then organized to go overseas at Listowel, Ontario. Went to Windsor, Nova Scotia and then overseas. […]

The son of John and Molly Howard of 90 Murray St., Chatnam, ON. He attended Chatham Vocational School. Prior to his enlistment he was employed by J. Terry and Son. The brother of Jack Ordinary seaman in the RCNVR, and brother Reginald, an instructor at Long Branch. Ernest enlisted in June of 1941 at HMCS Hunter […]

The son of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Howard of St. Clair St., Chatham ON. The CDN 28/03/45 that Henry had been home on a twenty one day furlough and was returning to the east coast. Served twenty months in Canada. Promoted to Able Seaman. Discharged February 16th, 1946.

Trained at Windsor, Halifax, St. Hyacinth, and served at Port Arthur and Seacliffe. Rose from Ordinary Seaman to rank of Telegraphist and served in that capacity. Discharged September 1945.

In Navy two years and four months. Served overseas sixteen months. Born in 1925 (IODE) or 1926 (obit), the son of Leo and Emily (nee Drew) of 40 Edgar st., Chatham, ON. The brother of Helen (Ashton). The husband of Mary Jane (nee Premeau) 29/09/48. The father of Carol (Goddard), Mary Ellen (Zimmer), Betty Ann […]

Howard Orville C.

Served in Canada. Was engaged in repair work, ground crew. Served for four years being stationed at Fingal, St. Thomas and other stations. Discharged December 1945.

Howe Robert George

The son of Mr. and Mrs. John Howe of Park Ave., Chatham, ON. The CDN 17/02/43 as AC2 at Toronto, ON. He was home on a brief furlough visiting his parents. The CDN 29/06/44 reported that he had arrived from the west coast to spend a furlough with his parents. In Canada, along the Pacific Coast and along the […]

Hubbard, Sylvester “Budd”

Appears on the “Muster Roll” of the 2nd Bn., Kent Regiment (MG), N.P.A.N. (date unknown). From Tilbury, ON. Budd would be promoted to the rank of 2nd/Lieut. in the Kent Regt. Transferred to C.I.C. A58394 for active service overseas. The CDN 28/12/45 reported that he returned to Canada aboard the S. S. Queen Elizabeth. Next of Kin: […]

Sapper A. Floyd Hubbell reported for duty in London June 1st, 1918, and went overseas July 6th, 1918, training at Seaford, England, March 15th, 1919, he transferred to C.A.P.C. and was sent to London with that Corps. Sailed for Canada September 12th, 1919. Discharged at London September 22nd, 1919 due to demobilization.

Hubbell, Charles R.

From Bothwell, Kent Co. C.R. Hubbell Tells of Trip to N. Africa October 29, 1943. Chatham Daily News W.A. Hutton of Tilbury, has received an interesting letter from Sergt. C. R. Hubbell and postmarked from Egypt, in which the writer tells of his trip to North Africa with the Canadian Forces. The letter was written to […]

Hubber, E.S.

The CDN 28/12/45 reported that he returned to Canada aboard the S. S. Queen Elizabeth. Next of Kin: Mrs. Galbraith, 168 Park St. Chatham, ON LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

Was in service a little over four and a half years. Served overseas four years in Germany, Belgium, Holland, France and England. Was on Occupational Duty in Germany. Promoted to Messenger Despatcher and was awarded the Oak Leaf for service in Germany and a certificates for Majesty’s Despatcher, presented at the Armouries in Chatham, Was […]

Huber, Frank F.

Tpr. A108477, No.24 CA- Bramton. The brother of Fred, Olga (Martin), Kay (Acklzenen), Freda (Lamb), Emily (Schieman), Minie (Johnson), Kake (Heiber). The husband of Mary (nee Almas); the father of Charles, Carl, David, Tim, Leslie, Marilyn (Sterling), Geneua, Sharron (Lalonde), Amy (Wolfe), Bernia (Fournier) and Karen. Of Wallaceburg, ON. The WN 27/01/44 reported that Pte. Huber […]

Served with the 2nd Kent Regiment. Trained at Chatham and Camp Borden. Went overseas from posting at Windsor Nova Scotia in 1943.

The son of Mr. and Mrs. C. M. Huckle formerly of Chatham but residing in Windsor in 1945. Served with the 2nd Kent Regiment. Trained at Lachine, Quebec and completed training in December 1943. Posted overseas in March 1944. After completing one tour of operations consisting of thirty two trips was posted back to Canada, […]

Huff Arthur William

Regimental number: 2115374. Reference: RG 150, Accession 1992-93/166, Box 4582 – 34, Item: 475301, PDF:- B4582. Present address – 11113 – 127th St., Edmonton, Alta. Born at Kent Co. ON. Date of Birth: 16/02/1893 at Kent Co., ON. Son of Mr. & Mrs. Warren P. Huff of 11113 – 127th St., Edmonton, Alberta. (Mother) ( […]

Huffman, Byron F.

The son Mr. and Mrs. William Huffman of O’Neil St., Chatham. Married Eva May (Bicum). Bryon was reported in the CDN Aug. 1944 had arrived from Vernon BC to spend two weeks furlough with relatives and friends in Wallaceburg and Blenheim. Byron and his wife arrived from Vernon BC. in time for Christmas with the family before […]

Gunner Lyle H. Huffman trained nine months with the 24th Kent Regiment. Gunner Lyle H. Huffman trained at Petawawa Camp, London and again at Petawawa, being under age for overseas service.

Huffman, Smith C.

Son of Mr. and Mrs. Archie Huffman of Cedar Springs, brother of Jack Smith and Jack were both serving in Italy when they reported in a letter to their parents how the two brothers had been stuck in a shell hole for twenty-four hours, “from which they could see the whites of the Nazi’s eyes, […]

Previous Military Experience: None History After Enlistment: Served at H.M.C.S. Stadacona, Halifax N.S. Barbara was home from Halifax on a few days leave. CDN 21/03/44

Hughes, Hubert Galbraith

Gunner Hubert G. Hughes trained two weeks at Halifax on the H.M.S. Niobe, and overseas at Devenport Royal Navy Barracks, he took a course at the Gun School, was drafted on a trawler for channel duty, and later transferred to the Royal Naval Barracks, Portsmouth, where he took a second course. He then trained at […]

Hughes, John Thomas

Of Chatham, ON. The son of Mr. and Mrs. J. Hughes of Kent Bridge, Kent Co., ON. Married and the father of a baby daughter. The brother of James Roland (DFC & Bar ), Raymond (KIA), and L/Cpl.Maxine serving in Detroit and Kate also in the CWAC. He was home on leave from the Toronto […]

Born 9 December, 1918 at Kent Bridge, Kent County, ON. The son of Thomas James Hughes and Eve Lydia (Green). Raymond was one of eight children; three boys Raymond, Flt. Lt. James Roland (DFC) and LAC J. T. R168423 in the RCAF and Daughters, Barbara WREN #W1265 and Maxine CAWC # W1890. Raymond attended S. S. No. […]

Hughson, Alvin John

Son of Mr. and Mrs. William Hughson and Louisa (nee Huckle) Hughson of Mull. Alvin had a sister Mrs. W. Neilson also living at Mull. In December of 1942 AC2 Hughson was stationed at RCAF Manning Pool, Toronto when he spent a week-end with is parents in Mull. CDN 4/12/42 The CDN 5/05/43 reported LAC Hughson and Mrs. […]

Regimental number: 91077 – 329976 Reference: RG 150, Accession 1992-93/166, Box 4607 – 40, ITEM: 476920, PDF:- B4607-SO40. Present address: Ridgetown, Kent Co., ON. Date of Birth: 31/08/1877 at New Castle-on-Tyne, Northumberland, England. Married to Beatrice, (mother of Frank and Frances Jean) a coach driver living in Ridgetown, ON. Vaccination- Yes. Attestation: 24/12/1915 to 29th Batt. CFA. Date of […]

Humphrey F. H.

Private Humphrey trained at Toronto and Niagara-on-the-lake with the 124th battalion, embarking for overseas Aug. 8, 1916. He was stationed at Bramshott Camp until Sept. 4, when he proceeded to France attached to the 18th battalion. He received his first good conduct stripe Feb. 23, 1918. During military operations in the vicinity of Vis-en-Artois, Aug. […]

Humphrey, Henry “Harry” William

From Bothwell, ON. Harry was stationed in London, ON., while he was on leave to Bothwell in June of 1941. BT 26/06/41 Reported returning from overseas duty aboard HMCS St. Laurent, expected to dock at “an eastern Canadian port” soon. CDN 8/09/45 Reported being welcomed back to Chatham from overseas duty by Aldermen George Kerr KC., A. […]

Humphrey, David

The son of Mr. and Mrs. Al Hyatt of Patteson Ave., Chatham. The CDN 18/09/44 reported that David had returned to St.Johns, Nfld. after a twenty-eight furlough with his parents. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

In Service five years and nine months. Was overseas for two years and nine months with the Permanent forces. He returned home – but not discharged in 1946.

A veteran of the 1st World War. In Which he received the Military Medal. Went overseas in September 1941. Promoted to Captain in November 1943 and to Major in October 1944. Served in England, Africa, Italy, France and Belgium. Mentioned in Despatches. Discharged January 16th, 1946.

A/B diver 2. RCNVR. Born 2/05/1923, the son of Robert and Catherine Hunter of Dresden. Warren enlisted in December 1940 at the age of 17 1/2 years old. He served in Europe, the Arctic, Caribbean, Atlantic and Pacific. Discharged November 1945.

The husband of Lois of 175 ½ Park Ave. East, Chatham, ON. A one time ‘carrier boy’ for the Chatham Daily News, later he was employed at the Palmer’s Bakery, in Chatham, ON. James enlisted with Kent Regt., but transferred to the First Base Workshop. He was reported as arriving safely in England in the […]

Hutton, Harry K.

F/O. Hutton was on a weekend pass from the Pre-Air Crew Educational Detachment, Toronto, ON. TT 8/04/43. Harry was posted to No.1 C.N.S. (Canadian Navagators School) at Rivers, Manitoba for an eight week course. TT2/09/43. In October of 1943 Harry stationed then in Toronto was home on a weekend leave. TT 21/10/43. Harry was still with […]

Huxley Norman Roger

Trained and served in Canada. Discharged February 1946. Son of Norman and Natalie (Denomy) Huxley of Raleigh Twsp. , Kent Co., ON. Brother of Mary, Maxine and Doris. Looking for Information.

Huxley, Maxine Virginia

Daughter of Norman and Natalie (Denomy) Huxley of Raleigh Twsp., Kent Co., ON. Sister of Norman, Mary and Doris. Enlisted in the RCAF. Photo. The CDN 23/02/43 reported that Mrs. Robert Hind entertained on a Saturday evening for her sister Maxine before her departure, Maxine would leave for Rockcliffe where she would be attached to the […]

Hyatt Kent Wellington

Regimental number: 528557: Reference RG 150, Accession 1992-93/166, Box 4673-1. ITEM: 477616, PDF: B4673-SOO1 – At Dover Centre, Kent Co. ON. County of Dover Twsp., Kent Co., On. N of K: – Rankin R. Hyatt. At Electric P.O. DoverZTwsp., Kent, Co. ON. Date of Birth 02/06/1893 at Dover Twsp., Kent Co., ON. N of K: […]

Illman, John ‘Jack’ Alexander

Born in Chatham, ON. 24/03/1923 the son of Alexander and Alice Illman of Harvey St., Chatham, ON., brother of Don, they were living at 163 Harvey St., Chatham, Ontario, Canada. Jack went to Central Public School and Chatham Collegiate Institute. John enlisted in the RCAF 11/07/1941. Jack enlisted 12/06/1941 and began his training soon after […]

Five years with the Elgin Regiment (London) in the bugle band Acrobatic Entertainer. Had attained the rank of Corporal. Served on the staff of the B.T.C. Kitchener. Discharged in 1946.

Ingram, Wilson F.

The son of Mr. and Mrs. Ed Ingram of Wallaceburg, ON. The brother od William Henry, Ida (Wright) and Garnet. The husband of Bertha Marie (nee Meloche; the father of : Cecil Frederick, Ronald Ernest, Raymond Charles, Melvin Douglas, Allen Lee, Sarah (Armstrong), Carol Ann, Gloria Irene (Rivard) and Kenneth Robert. The WN 2/09/43 reported that […]

The CDN 31/10/44(P)reported Thomas was spending a leave with his wife and children on Foster St., in Chatham. His father Mike, also resides in Chatham; and was a veteran of the Great War. Trained in Canada and was Sea Duty for one year. Discharged August 23rd, 1945. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH […]

Irvine, Bob

The son of Major H. J. Irvine of Chatham and Mrs. Irvine of Brigden. Stationed at RCAF-Crumlin was reported home for a weekend. WN 26/09/43. The WN 28/10/43 reported that Pilot Officer at RCAF-Crumlin had left for Nova Scotia after two weeks furlough at his mother’s. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

Irwin, J. Frank

The WN 27/01/44 reported that Pte. Irwin was stationed at A. D. &M School, Woodstock, ON. Frank was reported attending the the Almas-Labadie wedding, Mrs. Irwin and the children were spending the month with her parents Mr. and Mrs. John Almas. WN 10/08/44. Frank was reported returning to Woodstock after a weeks furlough. WN 24/08/44. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND […]

Lieutenant T. Leslie Irwin was appointed Lieutenant with the 24th Kent Regiment December 27th, 1915, and qualified as Infantry Lieutenant in the C.E.F. May 1st. 1916. Lieutenant T. Leslie Irwin was appointed with the 149th Battalion, C.E.F. June 28th, 1916, but his appointment being junior he was not selected with the draft to go overseas […]

Irwin, William “Bill” Charles

Born 2/02/1924 in Chatham Twsp., Kent Co. ON. Son of Earl and Leah (Poole) Irwin, of Elizabeth St., Wallaceburg, Ontario. William enlisted in the RCNVR in Windsor, ON. on 4/02/1943. He trained at HMCS Hunter (Windsor), HMCS York (Toronto) St. Hyacinth PQ. and HMCS Cornwallis (Halifax) and Stadacona (NS). He was assigned to HMCS Valleyfield […]

Isaacs, Ernest “Ernie” G.

It was reported that Ernie was leaving his family home at Dover Centre, Kent Co., ON., the son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Isaac to join the RCAF. Before he left a party was given to honour Ernie’s bride Doris (nee McGregor), he was given a friendly send-off at the Dover Centre Hall before leaving […]

Born 22/02/1915 the son of Lotto and Mary Isber of Dresden, ON. Peter enlisted in September of 1939 serving at Bagotville, PQ. and Dartmouth, NS. In January of 1944 Peter was stationed at RCAF Moncton, N.B. He was home in Dresden on a week-end leave for New Years with his wife. CDN 4/01/44 In May of […]

The on of Mr. John Israels of Chatham, On. The husband of Harriot (nee Bishop) of Muskegon, Michigan. CDN 17/06/42 Appears on the “Muster Roll” of the 2nd Bn., Kent Regiment (MG), N.P.A.N. (date unknown). Ray would later transfer to the RCAF as AC2 R145167. Trained at Crumlin and Trenton. Went overseas in 1944 and […]

Ives, H.G.

The WJ 14/07/41 reported Spr. Ives had spent a weekend at hos home. The WJ 14/10/19 and 27/11/41 reported Pte. Ives stationed at Hamilton, spent a few days leave at his home in Wheatley. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

Was in service six years five and a half of which were spent overseas. Promoted to the rank of Staff Sergeant. Discharged May 26th, 1946.

The daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Milton Jackson of Dresden, ON. The DT 11/05/44 reported that she was then stationed at RCAF MacDonald, MB. when she spent a few days furlough with her parents. Discharged November 29th, 1945. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

Jackson George Henry

Regimental number: 124593. Reference: RG 150, Accession 1992-93/166, Box 4746 – 6, Item: 478711, PDF:- B4746-S006. Date of Birth: 30/04/1872 at Birmingham, England. Married to Harriet Jackson, at 26 Delaware Ave., Chatham, ON. where he worked as a labourer. Vaccinations. Attestation: “Understand and willing to attest 28/12/1915 at London, ON., to the 70th Batt. Apparent age: […]

The son of Robert and Sarah (nee Henneker) of 42 Prince St. South, Chatham, ON. Brother of Mildred (Wood). The husband of Shirley (nee Campbell) and father of Lynda (Gordon), Sandra (Smith), Mary Lou, Elizabeth (Robinson) David, Barry and Robert. CDN 11/11/99 additional information from C. Gordon-email. From Chatham, ON. Attended Chatham Collegiate Institute. In […]

Jackson, Allan S.

Son of Mr. and Mrs. E. E. Jackson of Wheatley, ON. The husband of Vallerie Evelyn (nee Frosdick) they married in 1944. The CDN 3/02/43 reported that Allan and P/0. George Robinson of Windsor spent the weekend with relatives in the village. Reported returning to Canada aboard the troopship Britannic, expected to arrive at Quebec City, on […]

Private Charles R. Jackson went overseas with the 186th Battalion the latter part of March 1917, training at Bramshott Camp until September 2nd, 1917, when he proceeded to France attached to the 18th Battalion.

Jackson, Morley John

Born at Dover Centre, Dover Twsp., Kent Co., ON. in 1914. Married to Mona Lillian (nee Sadler), they were living at 135 St. Claor St., Chatham. The father of Robert, Glen (1946) and Larry. Morley enlisted as a Private with the 2nd CBRG and trained for nine months in Canada before going overseas. He transferred […]

Jackson, Omar H.

Reported of Wheatley graduated CDN 8/09/4, as a Navigator. Stationed at No. 1 I.T.S.- Toronto. Spent a weekend at his home in Wheatley. CDN 9/03/44 LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

Place of Birth; R.R. #2 Merlin; Date of Birth: February 7, 1926. Next of Kin: Mother Mrs. Grace Jacobs Place of Enlistment H.M.C.S. Hunter, Windsor, Ontario at age 18 years old. Address at Enlistment: 36 Grand Avenue West, Chatham Served on Coastal Duty for two years in the North Atlantic. Promoted to the rank of […]

The son of Mr. and Mrs George Jacobs of 24 Emma St., Chatham, ON. Appears on the “Muster Roll” of the 2nd Bn., Kent Regiment (MG), N.P.A.N. (date unknown). The CDN 14/02/42 reported that Vernon and his wife who had returned from Dauphin, Manitoba to spend some leave with his parents. Vernon was returning and his wife […]

Jacobs, Albert Frank

Born in 1919 at Chatham, ON. The husband of Doris Helen (nee LaPrise) of 198 Harvey St., Chatham. The father of Betty Jean and Wayne. Albert enlisted in the RCAF 27/01/1943. In August of 1944 Albert, Doris and the children were visiting her parents in Exeter while he was on leave from Centralia. CDN 22/08/44. He […]

Jacobs, John “Jack” R.

The son of Mrs. William Crackel of Grand Ave., West, Chatham. Brother of Helen (Harvey), Mary-Lou (McCormick, Jean (Griffith) and Richard, Donald and Nancy (Crackel). Husband of Jean (nee Padbury), father of Linda (Havens) and Susan (Dozois). Jack worked at Navistar International in Chatham for thirty years. The CDN 17/07/44 reported that OS. Jacobs was home from HMCS […]

Jacques, Wilfred James

Served over two years with the Second Kents. Appears on the “Muster Roll” of the 2nd Bn., Kent Regiment (MG), N.P.A.N. (date unknown). He would be promoted to the rank of 2nd Lieut. at #2 OTC., assigned to the Kent Regt. Served in Canada two years. Was awarded the C.V.S.M. Discharged November 1st, 1944.

James George William

The son of Mr. and Mras. James of Hilliard St., Chatham. After a few days home on leave he was returned to his base on the west Coast. CDN 1/07/44. Served in Canada and was promoted to Pilot Officer. Discharged March 1946. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

The son of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur James of Hilliard Street, Chatham. Next of kin reported as Mrs. Margaret Ruth James (nee Smith) of 55 ½ Lansdowne Ave., Chatham, ON. his wife. Reginald had enlisted in 1942 and after training in London, Kitchener and Camp Petawawa had gone overseas two years ago. His son Ronald was […]

Jamieson, Jean C.

The CDN 11/12/43 reported that she had arrived overseas. Jean was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. D. Jamieson, the brother of Cpl. Jamieson. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

Born at Newbury, ON. in 1915. Brother of Charles (see C. F. Jarrell). John was married to Margaret and a they had a baby daughter while he was in service, living on 11 Patterson Ave. in Chatham. Prior to his enlistment he was employed at the American Pad and Textile Co. CDN 14/08/44. John enlisted in February of […]

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