Judson, James V.

Regimental number: 3132529 Reference: RG 150, Accession 1992-93/166, Box 4988 – 35. Item: 483777, PDF: B4988 – SO35. Present Address, at Wallaceburg, ON. MSA 41953 AC. – Wallaceburg, Kent Co., ON. (Single) Glass Worker. N of K:- Charles Judson (father) at Wallaceburg, Kent Co., ON. – Chatham, ON. 6/10/17 (A2). 3/04/18. Date of Birth 12/01/1894 […]

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Julien, Doris

Of Wheatley, ON. The CDN 18/10/44 reported that Doris was then stationed at RCAF-Clinton when she was spending at weekend at he home in Wheatley. Was home on a weekend leave at Wheatley from her station at RCAF-Rockcliffe, ON. CDN 22/03/44. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION –  Contact the GOH Website.  

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Kane, William M.

Pte. William Kane went overseas with the 18th Battalion in April 1915, and proceeded to France in September 1915, He served with the 18th Battalion until March 1916 when he transferred to the 15th Battery C.F.A. as Gunner. November 10th,1916, he was invalided to England, and was returned to Canada in March 1917. Pte. William […]

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Karch, C. Harold

Harold was a Pte. serving for a “few months” in Northern British Columbia when he was reported on leave at the family home in September of 1942. TT24/08/42.

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Kay, Bert aka. Gordon-Kay

Married with a daughter Nancy in April of 1943, Bert was at the RCAF Training School at Lachine, PQ.   Bert was reported on a week-end leave at home again. TT 29/04/42. It was reported that Mrs. Kay and daughter were moving from Windsor back to Tilbury. TT 1/04/43. The CDN 24/03/44 was reported returning to No.1 […]

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Keane, Gordon Lyle

Gordon was the first of four siblings, (Shurley, Ross and Kenneth) to enlist for service in WWII. Joining the RCAF 22/10/1940 at Windsor, ON, he did his basic training at Brandon, Manitoba with subsequent postings at Brantford, ON., Sydney, NS., finally Eastern Air Command Headquarters in Halifax, NS. The Merlin Standard 13/03/41 Reported that Gordon was on a […]

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Keane, Kenneth “Ken” James

Born 1/01/1921 at Fletcher, ON., the son of Albert and Mary Keane of Merlin, ON and brother of  Albert Shurley V89195, Gordon L. R67900, and Alvin Ross A57897. Kenneth is listed in the 1942 and 43 Year Books of the Merlin Continuation School where he attended prior to enlisting. He enlisted in the RCAF at Windsor, ON. […]

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Kearns, Henry George

Born in Fletcher, Kent Co., ON., 16 December, 1924. the son of Thomas Edward and Margaret (nee Jubenville) Kearns, of No. Highway, Raleigh Twsp., Kent Co., ON. Husband of Rosemary Joan (nee Sheppard) for 64 years.  . [ Rosemary was still living, residing at: 108-410 Queen St. Petrolia, ON. Father of Nancy, Aileen, Joan (Hind), […]

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Kearns, Michael J.

The son of Mr. and Mrs. M. Kearns of Queen St., Tilbury, ON., it was reported in the “Tilbury” section of the CDN 12/11/42 was a guest at his parents home.

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Keating Michael Thomas

Regimental number: 2334312Reference: RG 150, Accession 1992-93/166, Box 5019 – 32, Item: 490055, PDF:- B5019-SO32.  Date of Birth: 06/04/1883 at Montreal, PQ.  Attestation: 16/02/1917 at Chatham, ON. to C.C.C. Depot.  N of K: Mrs. Frank Boylen (sister) of 1195 Des Frables St., Montreal. PQ. A single glass blower living in Wallaceburg, ON. Attestation: 16/02/1917 at Chatham, ON. to C.C.C. Depot. ‘Widower”, Vaccinated. Present […]

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Keenan William “Bill” D.

Went overseas after being stationed at Guelph for some time, in February 1943. Stationed three and a half years in England. promoted to the rank of Sergeant. Clerk-Accounting RCAF. of 144 ½ King St. W., Chatham, ON. Cpl. Keenan was stationed in Guelph, ON. when coworkers entertained William and his bride Jacqueline (nee Sulman). CDN […]

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Kehoe Frances Patrick

Kehoe, Frances Patrick

    Served with the Signal Corps three years. Trained at University of Toronto and graduated at Clinton, Ontario. Served at Clinton teaching Radar. Promoted to the rank of Flight Lieutenant Trained six weeks at Corpos Cristie and at Present teaching Radar at Clinton after re-enlisting. Discharged November 1945 re-enlisted.  

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Kehoe Frank Peter

Kehoe, Frank Peter

The son of Mr. and Mrs. Alex Kehoe of Taylor Avenue, Chatham, ON. The husband of Marion and in 1942 they had a daughter Dianne. The brother of Lieut. John Alexander.    Served with the Kent Regiment (M.G.) Promoted to the rank of Pilot Officer. In July of 1942 AC2 Kehoe and his wife arrived from […]

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Keller Gerald

Lance Corp Gerald E Keller WW1

In service two and a half years and promoted to Lance Corporal. Transferred to Provost Corps M.D. 1. Discharged June 15th, 1946.  

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Keller, Harry C.

Keller, Harry C. A

Sergeant Harry C. Keller left London, Ontario, August 26th, 1915, with the C.A.M.C. Major Reason in charge, arriving in England September 5th. He served as Dispenser in Bearwood Convalescent Hospital for two years, crossing to France in November 1917, attached to the 12th Canadian Field Ambulance. February 10th, 1918, he was appointed Dispenser of the […]

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Keller, Joseph Henry

Keller, Joseph Henry

The son of Edith Anne and Charles Keller, in 1944 Edith was living at the Bates Apartment  Fourth St. in Chatham. O/S Keller had been on a three week furlough, staying with his mother and was reported returning to the east coast to resume his duties. CDN 24/01/44. Was on Convoy Duty and made sixteen […]

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Kellett, John “Jack” Ernest

The son of Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Kellett of 54 Main St., Wallaceburg. The WN 4/02/43 reported that a party was held in honor of his leaving for coast duty. A cable reported that he had arrived safely at Sydney, NS.  The WN 27/01/44 reported that Stoc. Kellett was stationed at HMCS Stadacona, NS., with […]

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Kelley Wilfred Joseph

Kelley, Wilfred Joseph

Wilfred Joseph Kelly went overseas and served on operational duty. He was shot up over Germany and wounded. Discharged March 1945.

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Kelley, Ivan Homer

Kelley, Ivan Homer

Born 17/10/18 in Chatham, ON., the son of Sarah Bernice (Turner) and Homer William Kelley; brother of Nelly Elvira (Lee), George Withey (A102834) and Theodore W.  He was living at 115 Delaware Ave., Chatham, ON.   Prior to his enlistment in the 1st Kents 9/08/1940 at Chatham, ON. Ivan had been a member of the Chatham Kiltie […]

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Kelly / Kelley, Wilfred Joseph

Kelly, Wilfred

The son of Mrs. Josephine Kelly of 14 Poplar St., Chatham, ON., the brother to three sisters and three brothers. CDN 9/08/44. Prior to enlisting Wilfred was employed at the International Harvester Co., in Chatham, ON. He went overseas in July 1943.   AC2 Kelly was reported as being home on furlough in May of 1942 from […]

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Kelly Oliver George

Kelly, Oliver George

Of the Kent Manor, Wellington St. West, Chatham, ON. The son of Mr. and Mrs. Eilliam J. Kelly of Queen Street, Chatham. Sgt. Kelly was a member of the Medical Corps at No. 12 BTC in Chatham before going overseas.The CDN 5/06/45 reported that Sgt. Kelly was welcomed home by his wife and parents. Was […]

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Kelly Robert James

Kelly, Robert James

Trained with the 2nd Kent Regiment. Served on the Destroyer H.M.C.S. Columbia. During Convoy Duty ship struck a rock off Newfoundland Coast, Most of Crew rescued, but equipment total loss. It was reported that AB Kelly had arrived in Chatham on furlough from the East Coast spent at his mothers, Mrs. J. E. Kelly home […]

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Kelly, Albert

Born in Wheatley, ON. 22 August, 1918. Albert enlisted in the Army in April, 1942. He served in Canada, England and Europe. Albert was often heard saying that he chased  the tank nicked names the “Holy Roller” across Europe. That Sherman tank of the 1st Hussars now sits in Victoria, Park, ON. Albert was honourably discharged […]

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Kelly, Paul Grant

Kelly, Paul Grant

  Born in Guelph, On., where he was living when he enlisted. Son of Joseph Kelly, and of Edna Kelly, of Fergus, Ontario. Paul first enlisted with the Kent Regiment in Chatham, ON. as a private, service number A50327. He transferred to the RCAF. Date of Death: 13/05/1943, While flying in Wellington bomber #HE656 went missing […]

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Kemble Eldon Humbert

Kemble, Eldon Humbert

Trained at Peterborough and Camp Borden. Went overseas in September 1944 and was attached to #1 C.G.R.U. at Aldershot, England. Later was put on the Staff there as trades painter. Discharged May 28th, 1946.

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Kemble John

Kemble, John

Completed his tour of operations making twenty two trips over enemy occupied country as photographic Reconnaissance. Had two air accidents Promoted to the rank of Leading Air Cadet, then promoted to the rank of Pilot Officer, then promoted to the rank of Flying Officer. Was overseas seventeen months. Discharged November 1945.  

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Kemble, John “Jack” Franklin

The son of Mr. and Mrs. Orville Kemble of 17 Gray St., Chatham, ON.CDN 22/07/42  It was reported that Jack departed for Hamilton, ON. to begin his RCAF training. CDN 10/09/42 Jack was home again on a week-end leave to visit his parents. CDN 17/11/42 In December of 1942 Jack was stationed at Lachine, PQ. […]

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Kemp John

Trained in Canada then went overseas, serving three years on several Canadian Ships going to England, Ireland, and Russia. Discharged August 22nd, 1945. Looking for Information.

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Kempton, Edwin

Kempton, Edwin A

Sergeant Edwin Kempton left Montreal on the S.S. Teutonic 22 Aug 1914 and enlisted at Bedford Sept 5th for service in R.A.F. Imperial Forces andtrained as battery signaller. On July 9, 1915 Sergeant Kempton crossed to France 9-7-15 with the 15th Scottish Division and engaged in The Battle of Loos on September 25, 1915 and was awarded M.M. on the following […]

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Kemsley Alfred “Alf” Tom

Kemsley, Alfred T.

  Born in Brampton, ON. the son of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred J. and Mary (nee Smith) Kemsley of 23 Gladstone Ave., Chatham, ON. The husband of Joan (nee Dennis), the father of Roger and Tom.  The brother of Lieut. Sidney Alexander Kemsley.   His original enlistment was with the Kent Regt., Pte. A470445. Appears on the “Muster […]

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Kendall, Roy

Kendall, Roy alias Roy Blackburn A

Pte. Roy Kendall first enlisted with the 70th Battalion, at Dresden, deserted from London, but later repented, and enlisted with the 97th Battalion, Windsor, going overseas with this unit as Roy Blackburn. He crossed to France in Aug 1916 with the 2nd C.R.T. and returned to England Nov 1918 and to Canada Feb 1919. Discharged […]

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Kengall, M. “Sonny” Leroy

Born 25/10/1921 in Chatham. He has a half-brother Holly Treeter in the RCN. The son of Mrs. Margaret Teeter of 203 King Street East. The CDN 3/05/44(P) reported that LeRoy had enlisted in the First Kents in August of 1940. LeRoy was later attached latter to the RCR’s It was reported L/Cpl Kendall had been wounded 10/04/44. […]

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Kennan, John Kent

The son of Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Kennan of Chatham (his father the late Claude de la Poer / Kent).  The CDN 23/06/43 reported that Edmond J. Kennan married his bride the only daughter of Herbert William Jones of Prince Arthur Ave., Chatham. The marriage was held  at Park St., United Church, Chatham  AC Kent was at […]

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Kennedy, Donald Lloyd

Rank: Flying Officer (Pilot), Service No: J/20024. Royal Canadian Air Force, Unit: 426 Thunderbird Sqdn. Born 14/03/1922 at Blenheim, ON., the son of Lloyd ‘Tony’  Harris Kennedy and Cora Olive Kennedy, of Merlin and Port Crewe, brother of William (RCAF) and a sister Ruth (Parker), Ontario, Canada.    Age: 21, KIA – Date of Death: 05/04/1943. While flying in a […]

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Kennedy, E.L.

It was reported that Sergeant Kennedy graduated from No.2 Service Flying Training School – Upland, ON. as a Segt. Pilot where he received his ‘wings’. CDN 15/07/42(P).

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Kennedy, Jack E.

Jack was reported home on leave from RCAF – Toronto for a few days. CDN 5/11/42. F/O Kennedy and wife spent a ‘few days’ with Mr. and Mrs. Lyle Kennedy. The CDN 20/10/43 of Wheatley, stationed at RCAF Uplands had been promoted to Flying Officer.  LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.  

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Kennedy, William Alexander

Born 28/06/1915 at Port Crewe, Kent Co., ON. The son of Lloyd ‘Tony’ and Cora Crews. The brother of Donald Lloyd (RCAF) and Ruth (Parker). The husband of Rita (nee Hunt) and the father of Anne Marie (Reinhard), Patricia (Cooney), Phyllis (Young) Donald and Ellen. Wiliiam enlisted in the RCAF 26 June, 1942 in Toronto, […]

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Kent Jon/John Robert

Kent, Jon Robert

The son of Mrs. C. D. Kent of King St. West, Chatham, ON.  A graduate of the University of Toronto and he took up flying as a career.  The brother of Sqd. ldr. William Kent. Trained in Hamilton, Coal Harbour S.C. Clinton, Ontario and Vancouver British Columbia Posted for overseas duty and served fifteen months abroad. Date […]

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Kent William C.

Kent, William C.

The son of Mrs. Claude D. Kent of King St. West, Chatham.  Was reported engaged to marry Marion Canton Hubbell, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Orvall Hubbell of Thamesville, ON., the marriage to take place in Sydney, NS. in November of 1939. CDN 21/10/39. P/O Kent was reported to be returning to Sydney, NS. […]

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Kent, William C.

The son of Mrs. Claude D. Kent of King St. West, Chatham. P/O Kent was reported engaged to marry Marion Canton Hubbell, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Orvall Hubbell of Thamesville, ON., the marriage to take place in Sydney, NS. in November of 1939. CDN 21/10/39. P/O Kent was reported to be returning to Sydney, NS. […]

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Kerr Douglas G.

A native of Chatham, ON. the son of the late Judge John G. Kerr. Prior to the war Douglas practiced law in Chatham for fifteen years. In 1937-38 he served as an alderman in Chatham.  The husband of Alma (nee Watson), they had a daughter born in September of 1944, CDN 4/09/40 and a son […]

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Kerr John McRitchie

Trained at H.M.C.S.  Hunter, Windsor, Ontario. Cornwallis Nova Scotia, St. Hyacinth, Quebec., H.M.C.S. Ontario. Served at Malta and Hong Kong. Promoted to Able Seaman. Discharged February 1946.

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Kerr, C. Bruce

The son of Mrs. Irvine Kerr of Dresden. Bruce was stationed at RCAF-Hamilton when he was on a Christmas leave with his mother. DT 30/12/45.  LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

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Kerr, Fred A.

KERR, Fred

    Born 16/04/1899, the son of Mr. and Mrs. George Kerr of Dresden, ON., he had been a long time resident in London, ON. when the war broke out (Served in WWI).  He enlisted December 1939.   Fred’s wife Grace (nee Farnsworth)  had died suddenly about a year before while he was overseas.  RCASC, (1st Divisional Supply […]

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Kerr, J.W.

From Wallaceburg, ON.  The CDN Aug. 44 reported that W. J. Kerr had graduated as an air bomber.  The CDN 10/12/45 reported that he returned to Canada aboard the S. S. Mauretania. Next of Kin: William Kerr, R.R.1, Wallaceburg. Arrived aboard the S.S. Mauritania from overseas docked at Halifax NS. 1 January, 1946. Looking for family and service information – Contact […]

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Kerr, John “Jack” McRitchie

Born in Chatham.  Date of Birth:  June 1, 1925  Son of Alderman then Lieut Colonel and Mrs. W. G. Kerr of of King St. West, Chatham, ON. Address of Enlistment:  484 King Street West, Chatham Served in Europe and Asia  The CDN 19/08/44 reported that Jack spent a Monday with his parents.  The CDN 8/01/45 reported that O/S Kerr was stationed at St. Hyacinthe, […]

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Kersey Ford William

Kersey, Ford William

  Born in Dover Twsp. 9/02/1920. The son of Archie and Janet (nee Hansor). Archie farmed in the Dresden area and it is believed that he sold the after his wife passed away in 1933. Ford had three older sisters Ila, Ruby, Gertie and a younger sister Emmajean. Married to Inez who was living at 68 Duke St., […]

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Kett George

The son of William and Corrine “Carrie” Kett of 392 Park St., Chatham, ON. The brother of Roy who was a POW from Dieppe and Douglas who was training at Camp Borden. The CDN 9/06/44 reported he was on a furlough with his wife in Chatham.  In Service four years and three months with Navy. On Convoy duty and […]

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Kilby Walter Herbert

Kilby, Walter Herbert

Appears on the “Muster Roll” of the 2nd Bn., Kent Regiment (MG), N.P.A.N. (date unknown) Trained with the 2nd Kent Regiment. Walter would transfer to the RCAF. Walter enlisted in the RCAF 10/01/42. He was reported home on a weekend leave from his training in Toronto. CDN 2/02/42 He was reported at home on a […]

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King Kingsley Ernest

King, Kingsley Ernest

Kingsley the son of Mrs. L. Sinclair of Inshes Ave., Chatham, ON.  was reported on a weekend leave from the RCAF Toronto Manning Pool in February 1942. CDN 18/02/42 Trained in Canada until May 24th, 1943. Went overseas and served in England, France, Belgium, Holland and Germany.  The CDN 25/05/43 Reported that Kingsley was on furlough from the […]

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King Robert ‘Bob’ John

Born in Chatham in 1927.   Son of Mr. and Mrs. Abner King of 122 Inshes Ave., Chatham, ON.  The CDN 30/ 11/43 reported that Robert John, then living at 122 Inshes Ave., Chatham, had enlisted in the RCAF. Robert enlisted in the RCAF and trained at Toronto for three months before being discharged, reason unknown. Robert enlisted first in […]

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King, A. W.

Formerly a Corporal with the RCMP detachment in Wallaceburg for a number of years before the outbrake of war, he reported for duty with No.1 Provost Co., 1st Division C.A.S.F. in October of 1939.

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King, Andrew

In May of 1942 Andrew was undergoing training at Fingal Bombing School near Jarvis, ON. when he was granted a weekend furlough to visit home. Reported on a weeks furlough at his father’s home in January 1942. In June of 1942 Andrew was at RCAF Gunnery School at Fingal, ON., as an AC1 when he […]

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King, Earl

Son of Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert King of the Tilbury area. In October of 1940 Earl was at the RCAF Air Training School at Trenton, ON., when he was granted a fourteen day furlough to visit his family in Tilbury. Earl was training at Trenton in June of 1941. Stll at Trenton, Earl was granted a weekend […]

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King, Francis E.

In April of 1941 Francis was on leave visiting friends in Tilbury. Reported returning from overseas duty aboard the S. S. Ile De France, expected to arrive in Halifax 2/10/1945 

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King, Kalmon Kaye Joseph

Born 31/12/1925 at Wallaceburg, the son of Meddie and Loretta (Christian) King, living at 38 Park St., Wallaceburg, Ontario.  Prior to his enlistment he was working at the Schultz Die Casting in Wallaceburg.  He was living at 28 Park St., Wallaceburg.  The brother of Patrick at home, and he had two sisters, Mrs.  Bernard Starr […]

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King, R.F.

The Wallaceburg News reported that OS King was on “Active Service” at HMCS Stadaconna, at Halifax, NS. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.  

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King, Ralph Edmond

The son of Mr. William King, the brother of Miss Jean King all of Dresden, The DT 26/08/43 reported that Gunner Ralph was on a four day leave. AC2 King was stationed at RCAF-Toronto when he was given a Christmas leave at his home in Dresden. DT 30/12/4  LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website. […]

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King, Ralph Edmund

KING, Ralph E

Born in 1922 the son of Mr. and Mrs. Will King of Dresden, ON. Ralph enlisted with the Army 12/10/1942 but transferred to the RCAF.  Ralph was still Pte. King when he was home on a 48 hour leave from London, ON.  He was stationed in Lachine PQ.   The DT 8/04/43 reported that Pte. King was on […]

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Kiser, William Robert

Kiser, William Robert

  The son of Mr. and Mrs. W. G. Kiser of Victoria Ave., Chatham. Born in Chatham in 1926. Brother to Richard Wayne. Enlisted in May of 1944. The CDN 15/06/44 reported that Ordinary Seaman Kiser was returning to Quebec City after spending a short leave in Chatham. Served aboard HMCS Haida in the North Atlantic and the Murmansk […]

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Kissack, Frances

The daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Kissack of Duncan St., Wallaceburg, ON. A member of HMCS Cornwallis entertainment group.Frances entertained at the Kent Safety Association dinner at the Wallaceburg Hotel. Wren Kissack was home on leave at the time. WN. LOOKING FOR INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website

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Kivell Edmund

Kivell, Edmund

The son of Mr. and Mrs. Norman Kivell, of 84 Lorne Ave., Chatham, ON. The husband of Mildred (nee Osborne), at the time the father of a son. Edmund enlisted in August of 1944 and had been on active service with the RCN. This was only the second time he saw his son.   Served on […]

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Knight Carl M.

Born, 3/10/20, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Merton Knight of Dresden, ON. Discharged November 1945. LOOKING FOR INFORMATION Carl passed away 23 November, 1988.  

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Knight, Donald “Don” K.

The WN 27/01/44 reported LAC Knight was stationed at RCAF No.5 S.F.T.S. training station at Brantford, ON. LOOKING FOR INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.  

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Knight, Herman H.

The WN 27/01/44 reported Seaman Knight stationed at HMCS Shelburne, NS. LOOKING FOR INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.  

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Knnowler, Edward Jr.

In March of 1941 Edward was stationed at the RCAF Manning Pool in Toronto, ON.; in April of 1941 he was stationed in Trenton, when he was give leave to visit home.

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Kumpess Paul

Kumpess, Paul

Trained with 2nd Kent Regiment. Appears on the “Muster Roll” of the 2nd Bn., Kent Regiment (MG), N.P.A.N. (date unknown). Married and living on Thelma St., in Chatham, the father of Patrica Jaren and Lynda Kylle. CDN 7/01/44 Paul would later transfer to the Royal Canadian Engineers as a Sapper, A608011, he trained at Camp […]

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L’Heureux Maurice / Morris “Moe” Wilfred

L’Heureux, Maurice W

  He would transfer from the 2nd Kents to the RCAF. WO2 R201495, RCAF. Born 1915 at Port Arthur, ON. Married to Thelma Marie (nee Hicks) they were living at 41 Joseph St., Chatham, ON. when “Moe” enlisted with the 2nd Kent’s in February, 1943.  Prior to his enlistment in the RCAF WO2 L’Heureux was a […]

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Labadie, Edrick Anthony

Labadie, Edrick Anthony

Living at 236 Grand Ave., Chatham, ON. Reported enlisted at No.1 District Depot between 15 to 31 December, 1943. CDN 5/01/44. IODE(P). Trained at London and Petawawa and later was transferred to the staff there in Motor Training. Discharged September 9th, 1945.

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Labadie, Truman Joseph

Born 13 or 14/09/1920-21? In Chatham, ON. The son of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Labadie of Tilbury.   Truman married Helen Matilda (nee Breaton), the father of Patricia (Boulding), Betty (Coutier) and Karen (Strik). Truman served overseas in England and Germany.   The DT24/12/42 reported that Cpl. Labadie then with the RCOC stationed at London, ON would be spending Christmas with […]

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Labonte, Norman

The son of Mr. and Mrs. William Labonte of Wheatley. The CDN 28/06/44 reported he was visiting his parents. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

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Lafaive, A. J.

The son of Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Lafaive of Tilbury, ON. In October of 1942 Arthur was training at No.9 Bombing & Gunnery School at Mont Joli, PQ. when he was given leave to visit his home. Had been on leave to visit his parents in late August, 1943. TT 26/08/43.

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Laing, William G. “Billie”

The son of Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred G. Laing, Lafontaine St., Wallaceburg.  Reported returned from overseas service attending a Wallaceburg Kinsmen ‘Welcome Home’ dinner.  CDN. 24/01/45. LAC Laing was reported returning to RCAF Regina after being on a four week “sick leave” staing with his parents. WN 15/05/41 [the cause of his illness was not reported]. The […]

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Laird Jean Me

LAIRD, Jean M

  The daughter of Mrs. Wallace Laird of Dresden, ON. The sister of Cpl. Alan Laird. Nursing Sister 2nd Lieut .Jean was in the RCANC stationed at Camp Borden was on leave to visit her family. DT 26/08/43 The DT 30/12/43 reported that Lieut. Laird who was stationed at Camp Borden and Lieut. George Eley of Brockville spent Christmas […]

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Lake, C. Osgood

The son of Dr. and Mrs. W. E. Lake of Ridgetown. Osgood and his wife were visiting his parents and brother Dr. Douglas Lake of Hamilton. The CDN 24/12/43 reported Sub-Lieut. Lake of Quebec City, PQ. had arrived home on a holiday leave. They returned to Quebec City. CDN 1/03/44 The CDN 1/04/44 reported he had been on a […]

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Lalonde, Donet R.

Previously enlisted with the Kent Regt. The WN 23/03/44 reported that Cpl. Lalonde was on ‘active’ service. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

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Lamarche, Edward “Ed” W.

Enlisted in the RCAF . The WJ 14/08/41 stationed at RCAF-Toronto reported that he was in the village.  The WJ 4 /12/ 41 reported that Ed had been transferred from Brantford airport to Newfoundland. The WJ 18/09/41 reported that he spent a weekend with relatives in Wheatley. It was reported visiting with relatives in Wheatley over the weekend. WJ 27/11/41.   LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE […]

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Lamarsh Glenn Lester

LaMarsh, Glen Lester

Mother’s home on Grand Avenue, Chatham., The brother of Pte. Thomas Henry, L/Bdr. 116719. The CDN 25/09/43 (P), he was reported stationed at Camp Ipperwash. Served at Camp Ipperwash for one year and at Wolseley Barracks, London, for five months. Discharged June 6th, 1944. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.  

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Lamarsh Thomas Henry

LaMarsh, Thomas Henry

Mother’s home on Grand Avenue, Chatham., the brother of Pte. Glenn Lester (A105669). Prior to his enlistment he was employed at the Libby, McNeill and Libby in Chatham. The CDN 25/09/43 (P) reported that Thomas had recently arrived overseas.    Went overseas in 1943 and served in England, Holland, Italy and Germany. Promoted to the rank of Corporal. […]

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