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Huffman, Lyle Henry

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.

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, 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 […]

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.

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.

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, K.N.

Of Turnerville, Kent Co., ON. Was reported to have enlisted at the Canadian Army at No. 1 District Depot, London, ON. in June of 1944. CDN 20/06/44, WN 15/06/44. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

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 […]

Completer basic training in Chatham and advance training in Petawawa. Served in Canada for thirty four months and was honourably discharged April 1941 under R.O. 1029 to D.P. and N.H. under R.O. 3151, 1943. After completing medical attention re-enlisted and served at Wosely Barracks, London, Ontario.

Jeffery, Donald

The WN 13/07/44 reported that he was taking a leave from RCAF Vancouver with his parents Mr. and Mrs. Roy Jeffery of 2nd Line Moore Twsp, Kent Co. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

Born in 1924 the son of Victoria Jewiss. He was living at 317 Queen St., Chatham. Victor was the all-star goalie of the Queen Mary School hockey team. Victor enlisted in September of 1942 with the 2nd Kents, A470689, (Boy),. Appears on the “Muster Roll” of the 2nd Bn., Kent Regiment (MG), N.P.A.N. (date unknown). Underaged […]

Captain O.V. Jewitt served as Lieutenant and was later promoted to Captain, with the 24th Kent Regiment, in all two and a half years. Captain O. V. Jewitt was promoted to Major with the 33rd Battalion, in April,1915, and left Halifax for overseas March 17th, 1916. In England he transferred to the 1st Canadian Infantry […]

Johnson Donald Douglas

The son of Mr. L. C. Johnson and the late Mrs. Johnson of Chatham. The husband of Margaret Adeline (nee Hutchison) of Northwood. After the wedding the couple on a wedding trip to the Lake-of-the-Bays district. LOOKING FOR SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

The son of the late Mr. Hugh Johnson of Chatham he was residing at Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Keech of Nothwood, Kent Co., his wife and two daughters resided at the Keech home. Prior to his enlistment he was employed as a welder at the Chatham Malleable & Steel Co. for eleven years. The CDN 15/09/44 reported that […]

Was with Essex Scottish Regiment April 1943, Came to Second Kent Regiment during August 17th, 1943. Served at Chatham, Ipperwash, Long Branch, London, Vancouver, Now touring Canada, demonstrating Army Equipment.

Johnson, Claude G.

Claude enlisted in October of 1942 in Windsor, ON. In 1943 the Ridgetown Independent reported that Claude ha been awarded his “spark” badge on the 21st of July at No. 2 RCAF – Wireless School, in Calagary, Alberta one of 52 airmen in his class. He went overseas as a Wireless Airgunner), in May 1944. Claude […]

Johnson, F. “Alex”

The son of Mrs. B. Johnson of Blenheim and the brother of Mrs. J. A. Sexton of Harvey St. Chatham. The CDN 24/05/43 reported LAC Johnson had arrived from the west coast to spend his furlough with his mother and sister. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

Johnson, Garnet G.

The son of Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Johnson of 52 Tissiman Avenue, Chatham. It was reported that Garnet was serving overseas as a Baker. He was 20 years old, had trained at the Manning Pool, Guelph, St. Thomas and Prince Edward Island and Lachine PW. CDN 22/07/44(P). LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact […]

Johnson, Walter Burns

Born 20 May, 1909 at Beechwood, (near Ridgetown, ON.) Next of kin reported as Mrs. A. Johnson of Ridgetown. He signed up for service two weeks after war was declared, on September 16, 1939 in Guelph. According to his sister, Ruth Johnson Elgie, the motivation was at least partly to escape his grocery store job in […]

Johnson, William “Bill”

The son of Mrs. William Johnson of Dresden. The DT 29/01/42 reported AC1. Johnson was stationed at RCAF-Toronto when he was given a weekend at his ‘parental’ home. LAC. Johnson was stationed at RCAF-Oshawa when he was home on a weekend leave. DT 15/04/43 The CDN 28/09/43 reported to have been promoted to Pilot Officer. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION […]

Trained and served in Canada two years and a half. Went overseas and served in England, France Germany. Enlisted with the Kent Regiment and later transferred to the above regiment. Discharged October 26th, 1945.

The son of W. E. Johnston of London, ON. Next of kin reported as Mrs. A. Johnston of 100 Delaware, Chatham, ON., his wife. Served with the 2nd Kent Regiment. Looking for Information. Appears on the “Muster Roll” of the 2nd Bn., Kent Regiment (MG), N.P.A.N. (date unknown). Ronald had enlisted with the RCASC in […]

The son of William H. and Margaret Johnston of Dresden. The brother of Lorne, Earl and Keith and sisters Mrs. Gordon Wees, Mrs. Cecil Carrell of Dresden and Mrs. Leslie Carr of Camden Twsp. Roy enlisted in the RCAF 8/12/1941 trained in Canada and received his ‘Wings’ at Malton, ON. in the spring of 1943 […]

Johnston, Claude

Claude flew 27 bomber missions. After that his emotional continued to deteriorate with each mission and he was removed from further flying. At the time it was referred to as “Bomb Whacky”. The war would end on his birthday of 8 May, 1945. Claude passed away in 1997. LOOKING FOR FAMILY INFORMATION – Contact GOH […]

Johnston, Graham J.

From Prairie Siding, Dover Twsp., Kent Co. ON. The CDN 28/12/45 reported that he returned to Canada aboard the S. S. Queen Elizabeth. Next of Kin. Mrs. G. J. Johnston (wife) Prairie Siding. Gram passed away 17 October, 2001. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

Johnston, John H.

The son of Mr. and Mrs. L. H. Johnston formerly of Chatham then living in Toronto, ON. He had a sister Mrs. Fred O’Rourke who was living in Chatham. John enlisted in the RCAF in August of 1942 at Toronto and had been overseas for a year and a half. He was reported missing in […]

Johnston, Thomas F.

The son of Mrs. Thomas Johnston, Lambton Line. From Thorneyhurst, Kent Co., ON. Was reported at HMCS Cornwallis, NS. CDN 12/02/44. (Dorm 7 locker 3 for mail) CDN 12/02/44. The Wallaceburg News (date unknown) reported that Thomas had completed his torpedo course at the Royal Naval College – Halifax. He was granted a 26 day leave at his […]

The uncle of Pte. Andrew Jones. CDN 11/05/44 Prior to his enlistment he was employed as a night clerk. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

The son of Mr. Elder and Mrs. R. H. Jones of Inshes Ave., Chatham. The husband of Anna A. of 167 Patteson Avenue, Chatham, ON, they had two sons. Served in Canada four years. Before going overseas Lieut. Jones enlisted with the First Kents and spent some time at No.12 BTC and was also on the staff […]

Born in Chatham, ON. 25 January, 1913. The son of Walter Jones and brother of Mrs. W. H. McLaren. Appears on the “Muster Roll” of the 2nd Bn., Kent Regiment (MG), N.P.A.N. (date unknown). He served two years with the 2nd Kent Regt. Trained at Hamilton and Clinton and was stationed on the West Coast. The CDN 20/04/43 LAC, R183932 […]

Jones William

The son of Mr. and Mrs. John of Prince Arthur Avenue, Chatham. The CDN 6/12/43 reported home from active service. He was reported on furlough to spend time with his wife and baby daughter Marie of Queen St., Chatham. Served with 2nd Kent Regiment. Served as an Electrical Artificer in the Navy. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND […]

Jones, Allen Basil

The son of Mr. and Mrs. Chris Jones of Thamesville, ON. Allen enlisted in Chatham, ON. The CDN 11/01/45 reported that PO. Jones had completed his tour of operations and was looking forward to be back in Canada on a special leave. The CDN 5/03/45 reported that P/O. Allen had four brothers also in service, Ben D. Paratrooper, Chris, […]

Born 1909, the husband of Delores Jones, they were living on 62 Forth St., Chatham, ON. when he enlisted in August of 1941. Prior to enlisting Fred was a stock-keeper at the Chatham Chrysler plant. Mrs. Jones had quite a scare in December of 1942 when she received a cable from Naval Headquarters informing her […]

Born 23/05/1924 in Merlin, Raleigh Twsp., Kent Co., ON. Son of Mr. and Mrs. H. O. Jones of Merlin, brother of Max Ervin (R289826). Gerald was educated in Merlin and Chatham. He enlisted in the RCAF at Windsor, ON. 20/04/1943. He trained in Toronto, Trenton, ON. and at Brandon MB. The Merlin Standard (1944 […]

The son of Mrs. Clara Jones of Bloomfield Road, Kent Co. He was the nephew of Pte. Andrew Jones A116939. Prior to his enlistment James was a druggist. Served overseas two years. Discharged March 20th, 1946. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

From Ridgetown, Kent Co., The son of John M and Mary C. Jones of Ridgetown, ON Canada. KIA. 13/05/44, age 19 years. Born in Port Credit, ON. he came to Ridgetown with his parents when he was two years old. James attended public and high school in Ridgetown where he was a successful athlete and […]

Jones, Max Ervin

Born 14/09/1925 in Merlin, Raleigh Twsp., Kent Co., ON. Son of Mr. and Mrs. H. O. Jones of Merlin. Max attended Merlin public School and High School. First enlisting in the 2nd Kent Regt. for two years. The MS (1944 date unknown) had been accepted as a member of the RCAF, but he could not report […]

The son of Herbert O. and Charlotte Rose (nee Thompson) Jones. Brother of Monica (Chittim), Stanley, Marion (Peltier) and Velma (Hartley). The husband of Alice Marie (Larabee 1998), father of Joyce E. (Black) and Shirley A. (Maynard). Oliver enlisted in the RCAF 20 /08/1943. The Merlin Standard (1944 date unknown) spent a few days with his parents. […]

Trained at Manning Pool, O.T.S. Hamilton, No. 4 Wireless School Guelph and Bombing and Gunnery School Fingal, where he received wireless air gunner wings and Commission August 25th, 1944. Served at Dartmouth with No. 11 Bomber Reconnaissance Squadron and Coastal Command. Promoted to Flying Officer. Discharged September 14th, 1945.

Jordan, Joseph ‘Joe’

Son of William and Berth, of Chatham, a sister Mrs. Padbury of Patterson Ave., Chatham. Date of Death: 18/08/1942, Service No: R/67506. death by drowning at London, ON. A decomposed body was found in McGregor’s Creek beneath the Tecumseh Park bridge shortly after ten o’clock 18 August, 1942. “The body had apparently been […]

Joyce Frederick “Fred”

The son of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Joyce of Baxter St., Chatham, ON. Served as a nurse and is now training for Laboratory technician and joined up for two more years of Service. The CDN 23/12/44 reported that Fred would arrive home from HMCS Cornwallis, NS to spend Christmas Day with his parents. Fred had […]

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