Nagle, Leon Francis

In service with Navy nearly four years. Served overseas eighteen months. Was on Convoy duty on the Murmansk run between Scotland and Russia. Made two complete trips to Russia. Received the usual decorations for overseas duty. Date of Discharge: November 27th, 1945

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Nagle, Thomas “Tom” Joseph

Nagle, Thomas Joseph

The son of Mr. and Mrs. David Nagle of Chatham, the brother of Ruth. The husband of Helen Theresa (nee McMullen) of Chatham. The marriage was held at Blessed Sacrament R.C. church. CDN 12/10/42. Trained in the Western Command, graduating at McDonald, Man. Sept.,1944. Later stationed at Ontario and Quebec training stations. Served overseas one year. […]

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Nantais, C.L.

The Wallaceburg News reported that he was serving overseas at No.1 C.O.R.N. with the Canadian Army. WN – date unknown.  LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

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Naylor, Carman A.

The son of Mr. and Mrs. A. A. Naylor of Lacroix Street, Chatham, ON. The CDN  29/10/43 reported that FO. Naylor was arriving from London to spend a weekend at the family home.  Prior to war Carman Naylor served with the Canadian Fusilliers for about six months. After enlistment he trained at Rivers, Man. Served at London […]

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Nealey, William Richard

Born 8/10/1922, the son of Frances Nealey of R.R. #4 Bothwell. Pte. Nealey appeared on the Army Casualty List released by Ottawa. CDN 3/07/44. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.  

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Needham, Raymond Guy

Son of Guy and Florence Needham, of 390 Park St., Chatham, Ontario, Canada. Flt. Sgt. Needham was the brother of Mildred and Shirley at home and Capt. W. L Needham RCAMC, serving overseas. Guy was born in Chatham 25 years ago. Educated at Central School and the Chatham Collegiate Institute. He entered the Army, 17 April 1941 and trained at […]

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Needham, William L.

Previous Military Experience: Officers T.C. at University of Western Ontario Served at Wolsey Barracks in London, Ont., and ,Île aux Noix Medical Officer of refugee Camp there, St. Jerome, Que., and overseas to a Holding Unit. Became attached to the 11th Canadian Field Ambulance transferred to the South Saskatchewan Regiment and then to the Toronto Scottish Regiment and back again […]

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Neil, Donald “Don”

Neil, Donald

The son of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Neil of Stanley Ave., Chatham, ON. In 1945 Donald was stationed at HMCS Peregrine, Halifax, NS. The CDN 13/03/45 reported that Don was on a three-week leave to visit his parents. Prior to enlistment Donald Neil trained with the 2nd Kent Regiment. Afterwards, he had further training in Canada and […]

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Neil, George Earl

Neil, George Earl

Born in 1921 at St. Thomas, ON. The son of Mr. and Mrs. G. Arthur Neil of 126 Stanley St., Chatham, ON. The husband of Lenore, (nee Klopher) they were also living at 126 Stanley Ave., Chatham.  The father of son Pat. George enlisted in August, 1941, joining the staff of BTC No.12 serving there eighteen months. He […]

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Neilson, R. G.

Neilson, R. G.

After enlistment, Private Neilson was transferred to the R.C.A.F. in May 1944 (Aircrew). He trained in Toronto and Pennfield Ridge, N. B. Discharged from R.C.A.F. due to demobilization of Air Crew. Joined the Canadian Army February 6th 1945 reporting to London, Ont. Stationed at London for one month then posted to #12 B.T.C. Chatham. Date of Discharge: January […]

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Neilson, Roger G.

Of Lacroix St., Chatham, ON. He was stationed at Pennfield Ridge, New Brunswick. CDN 118760   Roger may have been enlisted in the Army he had a service number A118760. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.  

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Nettleton, Leonard

The CDN reported that Petty Officer Nettleton and his wife were visiting his parents Mr. and Mrs. Nettleton of Harvey St., Chatham and Mr. and Mrs Harry Mairs at Guilds. The couple returned to Dartmouth NS. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

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Newington, Raymond “Ray”

Son of Arthur and Doris Newington, of 164 King St. E., Chatham, Ontario. Raymond had come to Chatham with his parents who left England in 1926. His father, a veteran of the Great War served as an instructor at BTC N. 12 for 31/2 years. Raymond attended Central and Queen Mary School and the Chatham […]

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Newkirk, Garnet Roy

Newkirk, Garnet R.

Born 27/08/1910.   The son of Fred and Mabel (nee Foster);  the brother of James and Ross. The husband of Muriel (nee Morrison), father of Ross, Sylvia, Marianne, Jim, Elizabeth and Lillian. Served in Canada. ALD. NEWKIRK VOLUNTEERS WITH RCAF  Chatham Daily News October 19, 1943. Ald. Newkirk is the second member of council to enlist in […]

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Newkirk, Harold A.

Newkirk, Harold A.

After enlistment, Harold Newkirk was stationed at a Toronto Depot until 1942. From there he was sent to the East Coast to St. John’s where he remained for six months. He transferred to Newfoundland where he served on active duty until 1945and was promoted to the rank of Sergeant Date of Discharge: February 1945

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Nicholls, Donald Hamilton

Nicholls, Donald Hamilton

Previous Military Experience: Trained with the 2nd Kents Regiment After Enlistment, Donald Hamilton Nicholls trained in Mont Joli, Que. and was promoted to Flying Officer. He saw service in Canada. He received the C.V.S.M. Date of Discharge: February 28th 1945

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Nicholls, Frederick R.

Nicholls, Frederick R

Private Nicholls enlisted with the First Kent Regiment. He was discharged January 1941 due to Foot trouble. He re-enlisted June 1941 with the 15th Field Ambulance, and served in England. In February, he was stationed at Wolsely Barracks in London, ON.  He was reported leaving for No. 32 BTC at Peterborough, ON. CDN 11/02/44. Frederick […]

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Nichols, Donald Hamilton

Appears on the “Muster Roll” of the 2nd Bn., Kent Regiment (MG), N.P.A.N. (date unknown).   Transfers to the RCAF as Flt. Sgt. R168310. The CDN 9/04/43 reported that Sgt. – Gunner was spending a few day at his home on McNaughton Ave. He would return to RCAF-Jarvis after a few days where he was an instructor.    LOOKING FOR […]

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Nichols, Grant Harmon

Stationed in Windsor, ON. He was granted a week-end leave to visit with his mother Mrs. Velma Nichols of Dresden, ON  LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.  

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Nichols, Ross R.

Nichols, Ross R. A

Pte. Ross R. Nichols left Canada with the 70th Battalion in April 1916, for overseas. He was transferred to the 39th Battalion and later to the 21st Battalion, proceeding to France September 11th, 1916. At Vimy Ridge, April 9th, 1917, he received wounds, and was returned to England being admitted to Holburn Military Hospital. Upon […]

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Nicholson, A.C.

Son of Franklin C. R155441. Repoted to be wedding Miss Dorthy Merritt of Kent Bridge, Kent Co., ON. 22/12/1944 in Chatham, ON. CDN 11/12/44.

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Nicholson, Edwin Charles

Nicholson, Edwin E.

The son of Mr. and Mrs. F. C. Nicholson (a veteran of WWI and WWII) of 60 Park Ave., West, Chatham, ON. Edwin enlisted in the RCAF in February of 1940 and received his call to service in July of 1941. [there is a small photo of Edwin at No. 4 Manning Depot -filed The article in […]

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Nicholson, Franklin ‘Frank’ Court

Previous Military Experience: Veteran of last War- Artillery 1915 to 1918 The father of  Edwin Charles Nicholson also served in the RCAF. Both father and son were serving in the RCAF Works & Building Division.   A veteran of the Great War. Frank also had a daughter Dorothy who was in Welland when she returned […]

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Nicholson, Louis Vern

Previous Military Experience: Served with the Kent Regiment (M.G.).  He joined the Kent Regiment in July 1940 which lasted three months when it was discovered he was underage at 17 years.  He was discharged for the time being.  He was recalled by the Canadian Army and re-entered the army at St. Luke’s Barracks at Windsor, […]

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Nicholson, William Edmund

Son of Bert William and Edith Annie Nicholson of Ingersoll; husband of Mary Bernice (nee Haziett) Nicholson, of 61 Elizabeth St., Chatham, Ontario. The father of Sharon and Robert.  William joined the army 4/09/1940 enlisting with the Oxford Rifles. He trained at Woodstock, Camp Shilo, MB. and BTC No.12, Chatham where he was stationed for nearly three years. In September of 1943 […]

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Nicolle Frederic Robert, M.D.

Reference: RG 150, Accession 1992-93/166, Box 7330 – 39. Date of Birth 18/04/1884 at Kingston, ON. Married to Margaret Gertrude and living at 275 King Street West, Chatham, ON. A physician / surgeon. Member of the C.A.M.C was the Medical Officer of the 24th Kent Regt. prior to enlistment. Attestation: 16/05/1916 at Montreal PQ to No. 4  A.M.C Training Depot. It […]

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Nishizaki, Jack H.

Went to England with the Canadian Army and was loaned to the British Intelligence Corps. Went to India and was stationed at Burma for sometime. Later went to Singapore. Promoted to the rank of Sergeant. Date of Discharge: 1946  

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Nolan, William J.

Born 26/03/1925, son of Will and Mildred Nolan, of 506 Nelson St.,  Wallaceburg, Ontario. Bill was working at the Wallaceburg Brass Co. prior to the war. Bill enlisted with the 2nd Kent Regt. in 1942 A47231, training in Chatham, London and Camp Ipperwash, ON service No. A808159 1stCoy. 3 Plt. The WN 30/12/43 reported William […]

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Norman, Ernest Albert

Norman, Ernest Albert

    Born 29/09/1920 in London, ON. The son of Charles and Nellie (nee Pettit) Norman of 321 Camp St., Wallaceburg, ON.  The husband of Dorothy (nee Lucier) of Windsor, ON.  Prior to the war Ernie was working at the Dominion Glass Co. in Wallaceburg. Ernest enlisted in London, ON. with the RCAF in January […]

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Norris, John Joseph

Norris, John Joseph

Previous Military Experience: Trained with the 2nd Kent Regiment Appears on the “Muster Roll” of the 2nd Bn., Kent Regiment, (MG), N.P.A.N. (date unknown). John would later leave the Army for the RCNVR. Involved in Supply, V76208. [date unknown] During the war, John Norris served on two Minesweepers on Coastal Patrol out of Canada. He […]

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Norris, Raymond Jack

Norris, Raymond Jack

Of 78 Raleigh St., Chatham, ON.   The husband of Catherine (nee McAlorum) the father of Raymond George Norris. Served as an aircraft carpenter.  Reported home on leave in January, 1945.IODE, CDN 10/01/45(P), M. Tomecek. Previous Military Experience: Trained with the 2nd Kent Regiment After Enlistment, he served overseas sixteen months and received the C.V.S.M. and […]

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Northcott, Robert F.

Next of kin listed as Mrs. M. Stonefish of R. R. # 3 Thamesville, ON. Returing on the S.S. Empress of Scotland expected to arrive at Quebec City 10 Sept., 1945. CDN 8/09/45.

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Norton, William “Bill” Frank

Norton, William Frank

Born 1923 in Chatham, ON. the son of Frank and Kathleen Norton of 257 Park St., Chatham, ON. A student  at St.Joseph’s school and graduated from the Chatham Collegiate Institute. It was reported in the CDN 2/07/42(P) that he received his ‘Wings’ at the graduation exercises at Moncton NB.- S.F.T.S. William was in Chatham on […]

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Nottley, Mrytle

THE WN 31/08/44 Reported that AW. Nottley had graduated from Wireless School in Montreal, PQ. and she was on a two week furlough in Wallaceburg and Windsor, ON. before leaving for Vancouver, BC. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

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Nourse, William Joseph E.

Nourse, William Joseph

Born in 1924 the son of William Henry Nourse of Taylor Ave., Chatham, ON.  He trained in many locations in Canada before going overseas to England. Previous Military Experience: Trained at Lachine, Que., Camp Borden, Toronto,  Prince Edward Island and Three Rivers Que. William was reported to be sailing for Canada aboard the Ile De […]

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Noyes, Clark Orrin

Noyes, Clark Orrin

The son of Mr. and Mrs. W. W. and Clara Noyes of Prince St. North, Chatham, ON. His wife Hazel originally from Prince Edward Island had been serving with the CWAC as a Lieutenant, stationed in Africa where she met Clark. Previous Military Experience: Served with a signalling corps in Saskatoon, Sask. After Enlistment, Clark […]

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Noyes, Floyd Worthington

Noyes, Floyd Worthington

Previous Military Experience: Able Seaman in the R.C.N.V.R. since 1936. After Enlistment he was stationed in H.M.C.S. Naden until February 1941, drafted to H.M.C.S. Givench until February 1942, drafted to H.M.C.S. Avalon  (St. John’s Newfoundland) until July 1943, and drafted to H.M.C.S. Stadacona (Halifax) Date of Discharge: 1946

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Nurse, Audrey Heaton

The daughter of Col. And Mrs. Ivan Nurse of King St. West. She had been a teletypist in civilian life. Audrey enlisted in the Navy in April of 1943.  The CDN 8/03/44 reported that she arrived from Halifax to visit her father and mother. Wren Nurse was a graduate of Chatham Collegiate Institute. Served overseas. The CDN 23/10/43 reported she was stationed […]

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O’Brien, C.S.

The Wallaceburg News reported that Tpr. O’Brien was serving overseas. WN-date unknown.   LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

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O’Brien, Robert Charles

O’Brien, Robert Charles

The son of Mrs. Ward A. of 143 Park St., Chatham, ON. He married to Ruby (nee Carey) of 97 Joseph St., Chatham, ON. Prior to his enlistment he was a shipping clerk with the P.M. Railway. Robert enlisted 19/06/43 in Windsor, ON. He trained at Number 12 BTC – Chatham and at Camp Bordon. He was sent overseas in July of 1943. […]

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O’Connor, Lawrence “Larry” Gerard / Gerald

O’Connor, Lawrence Gerard

Lawrence married Helen (nee Conway) and they had three children; Larry Jr., Jane and Tom. She and the children were living in Huntsville, ON.  Lawrence was a barrister in Chatham before his enlistment. He was a member of the firm of Kerr, McNevin, Gee and O’Connor in Chatham  Cpl. O’Connor a former Olympic hurdler before the war, placed second in […]

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O’Mara, E. M.

O’Mara, E. M.

Stoker O.Mara was stationed at Cornwallis, N.S. and later promoted to the rank of Chief Stoker. Date of Discharge: September 10th, 1945

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O’Neil, Gerald B.

The WN 27/01/44 reported that Gerald was serving on HMCS Barrie at Halifax, NS. The Wallaceburg News reported that Gerald was stationed at R.C.N.H. Rockhead, Halifax, NS. WN-date unknown. The Wallaceburg News reported that Gerald was stationed at HMCS St. Lambert at St. John, Nfld. WN-date unknown. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH […]

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O’Neil, M.J.

The Wallaceburg News reported that M. J. O’Neil was stationed at RCAF Prince George, BC. WN-date unknown.  LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

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O’Neil, Michael Augustine

Michael Augustine O’Neil was born in Dover Centre, County of Kent, ON. He is the son of Edward Aloysius and Mary Louise O’Neil, of Chatham, Ontario. Michael attended public school in Chatham. He later moved to Chatham to follow his trade as a carpenter at Beaver Lumber company. Michael is the husband of Mary Eileen […]

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O’Neil, W.N.

The WN 27/01/44 reported that Sgt. O’Neil was training at No.7 B & G School at CAF – Paulson, MB. LOOKING FOR INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

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O’Neill, Mark Partick

O’Neill, Mark Patrick

The son of Mr. and Mrs. T. F. O’Neill, 5th Concession, Raleigh Twsp. The CDN 10/09/43 reported that Mark and his wife had been spending that last two weeks at his parents home. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

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O’Rourke, Bernard A.

Served in Canada. Promoted to the rank of Sergeant Pilot, and received the C.V.S. medal. On 2 January, 1943 he was at Tarmac, Alberta 1/04/43  and No.7 I.T.S., Saskatoon where he gained his LAC. The CDN 20/05/43 reported that he had left for Edmonton to commence his training. 12 June, 1943 he trained at No.19 E.F.T.S , […]

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O’Rourke, Carl W.

The son of Mr. and Mrs. John O’Rourke of Raleigh Twsp. Carl enlisted in September and went on active service in October of the same year. Carl was reported stationed at HMCS Cornwallis, Halifax, NS. He was a Steward on a fourteen–day leave at his home. He returned to duty in the Eastern Canadian sector.   […]

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O’Rourke, Gregory Joseph

O’Rourke, Gregory J.

Was born in Chatham, Ontario on February 16, 1917.  Next of Kin;  his wife, Mrs. Olga O’Rourke; son Jim, born 1942.  Date of Marriage was 1939.  Place of Enlistment:  Chatham, Ontario; Place of Address:  645 Queen Street, Chatham, Ontario.  He was a Service Policeman.  Served in Canada. Greg’s wife writes:  “Greg was born and raised […]

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O’Rourke, Jack A.

O’Rourke, Jack A.

The son of Edward and Blanche O’Rourke. Jack enlisted in the RCN 14/05/42. It was reported that Jack had been on leave in August of 1944 and was returning to HMCS Portage after his furlough. He had attended a family reunion at the home of James O’Rourke, Lakeshore Rd., Raleigh Twsp. CDN 22/08/44.

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O’Rourke, W./E. J.H.

The son of Thomas S. O’Rourke of 79 Dover St., Chatham, ON. Prior to his enlistment in the RCAF he was employed by the Bank of Montreal. He began his training 6/11/42 at No.3 Manning Depot at Edmonton, AB. He would take additional training at the University of Saskatchewan, SK. on 2 January, 1943. He […]

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O’Rourke, William

O’Rourke, William

Trained and served two and a half years in Canada. Posted for overseas duty and served in England, Germany, France and Belgium. Promoted to the rank of Flying Officer and received the 1939-45 Star, the C.V.S.M. and clasp and General Service Medal. Date of Discharge: April 1946

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Odette, ‘Bud’

The son of Mr. and Mrs. L. L. Odette of Tilbury. He was training in Toronto, ON in October of 1943 when he was home for a week-end visit. TT 28/10/43.

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Odette, Louis “Bud’

The son of Mr. and Mrs. L. L. Odette of Tilbury. Mrs. Odette was the president of the Tilbury Red Cross Society. He was training in Toronto, ON in October of 1943 when he was home for a week-end visit. TT 28/10/43. Still in Toronto Louis was home on a week-end leave in Tilbury to […]

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Odette, Thomas C.

Son of Mayor and Mrs. T. C. Odette of Tilbury. The TT 16/07/42 reported that Tom was at the Officers Training Centre at Brockville, he had been home on a short leave. Thomas graduated from the COTC. CDN 15/10/42  Lieut. Thomas Odette was stationed at Camp Borden when he came to Tilbury with Miss Mary Gallagher of Toronto for […]

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Olbey, Wilfred Randolph

Olbey, Wilfred Randolph

Wilfred Olbey served in Canada on West coast in signal corp, doing construction work and along the west coast for three and a half years. Then went to the east coast in 1945 on draft for overseas, but war had ended and he was returned to London, Ont. Date of Discharge: February 11th, 1946

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Oldershaw, Donald McKie

Oldershaw, Donald McKie

The son of Burwell and Ettie Oldershaw of 186 Thames St., Chatham, ON. Donald enlisted at Number 9. RCAF Recruiting Centre, London ON. in July of 1942. CDN 5/06/42. Trained in Canada for fourteen months in Navigation. Posted for overseas duty in 1943 and completed his tour of operations over Germany and West Front targets. […]

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Oldershaw, George W.

Oldershaw, George W.

The son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Oldershaw of 216 Grand Ave., East, Chatham. The CDN 17/05/43(P) reported that George’s wife received by cable at her home at 19 Third St., Chatham that her husband was overseas.    Reported in the CDN 7/12/45(P) arriving from overseas. He served in North African Theatre, Sicily and Italy and Holland.  M. Story LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND […]

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Oliphant “John” Jack Nathan

OLIPHANT, John N

Date of birth: 5/05/1916   – Submitted by:  L.S. Oliphant, son. The brother of Goldie (RCASC) and Bdr. Gordon and brother Roy Allan. Discharged June 15th, 1945.  

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Oliphant Goldie

OLIPHANT, Goldie

The DT 5/08/43 reported Pte. Oliphant was spending a week-end leave visiting his parents in Dresden. The brother of Gordon and John Nathan (RCASC). Discharged November 1945. Goldie passed away 20 October, 1977  LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.  

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Oliver, Maxwell R.

He was recently reported at Camp Borden. He had been at home from a six week’s stay in hospital. WJ1/08/40   LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

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Oriet, Cecelia

The daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Laurent of Cathcart St., Tilbury. The CDN 3/12/43 reported that LAW Oriet had graduated, 25 November 1943 from her course at RCAF-Rockcliffe.    LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

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Osbourne, Charles Henry

The son of George and Nets (nee Kivell) Osbourne. Charles was born in Howard Twsp., the brother of Berince (McClarty), Lena (Pickering), Hazel (Price), Mildred (Kivell), Margaret (Scaman), Kathy (Huiting), Harold and Raymond. The husband of Margaret (nee Bilton), the father of Kenneth S. McDonald and Wally (1986). Charles passed away Friday, 27 March, 1987 […]

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Osman, Charles Martin

Osman, Charles Martin

Previous Military Experience: Served with the Kent Regiment (MG) After Enlistment Charles Osman trained at Toronto then went to Montreal where he served as an instructor at the air force school there. Date of Discharge: October 1945

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Ost, Frank Leslie

Ost, Frank Leslie

The brother of James, of the Chatham Post Office, he had two sisters, Mrs. Fox of Jeanette’s Creek and Mrs. T. L. McConnell of Halifax, NS . James was notified that his brother had been WIA in Italy. “Sincerely regret to inform you that Sgt. Frank Leslie Ost was officially reported wounded in action on 18th  December. […]

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Ouellette, Dollard

 Of Tilbury, ON. The CDN Aug.44 Dollard was stationed at Camp Borden . He was married with children and was visiting friends in Windsor while he was on leave. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.  

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Ouellette, Donald

He originally was with the RCAF. The CDN 14/07/44 reported that he was training at HMCS Hunter in Windsor. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.  

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Oulds, Douglas

Oulds, Douglas

Served overseas two years and eight months. Served in Italy also in France, Belgium, Holland and Germany. Was wounded in Germany. Spent one year on occupational duty in Germany after was ended. Received the usual decorations. Date of Discharge: July 23rd, 1946

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Oulds, Garnet Norman Jr.

Oulds, Norman

The son of Mr. and Mrs. Norman Oulds of 30 Grand Ave. West, Chatham, ON. He was reported home on a furlough. His father was a veteran of the Great War. CDN 15/02/45. Appears on the “Muster Roll” of the 2nd Bn., Kent Regiment (MG), N.P.A.N. (date unknown). Served on Convoy duty overseas fourteen months. […]

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Oulds, John W.

Previous Military Experience: Trained with the 2nd Kent Regiment. History After Enlistment: Served in Canada. Date of Discharge: September 1945

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Oulds, W.F.

The son of Mr. and Mrs. John Oulds of 54 Neil St., Chatham, ON. Pte. Oulds joined the Army at Windsor, he received his Basic Training at No. 12 BTC, Chatham. The CDN 4/06/43(P) Reported that he had arrived overseas with the Artillery.    LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.  

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Owen, George F.

Served overseas three years and eight months. Promoted to Lance Corporal. The CDN 28/12/45 reported that he returned to Canada aboard the S. S. Queen Elizabeth. Next of Kin: Mrs. H. K. Owen, 315 St. Clair St., Chatham, ON. Date of Discharge: February 14th, 1946 George passed away 31 October, 1991. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – […]

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Paddon, Edward Charles

Paddon, Edward Charles

Previous Military Experience: Trained with the 2nd Kent Regiment Signal Corps. Edward passed away 3 February, 2001 at the age of 86 years old.  

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Pafford, John Haswell

Son of L. G. Pafford and Florence Pafford, of St. Thomas, Ontario, Canada; husband of Ruth Pafford. Age: 24, KIA., Date of Death: 29/08/1942,. Unit Text: 115 (R.A.F.) Sqdn. Flying out of Markham, Norfolk, England. The Wellington bomber was shot down near Mannheim, Germany during operations at Saarbrucken, Germany. Beside P/O Pafford were J. A. J. […]

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Paine, Clair

WJ 26/06/41 reported he and Doug Furey left Windsor, ON. returning to Halifax.   LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

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Pake James R.

Regimental number: 513314 Rank: SPR Reference:  RG 150, Accession 1992-93/166, Box 7541 – 31, Item: 543357, PDF: – B7541-SO31 – No. 2 O/S. Training Depot. Date of Birth 09/08/1882 at Tupperville, ON. Son of Harley and Margaret Pake of R. R. # 2 Chilliwack British Columbia, brother of William Tweedle [912044]. A single blacksmith living […]

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Palanek Anthony Joseph

PALANEK, Anthony

Born in 1920 the son of John and Maria Palanek; husband of Ludmila Palanek, of Riverside, Ontario, Canada. The brother of Captain Frank G. Palanek RCAMC.  Tony enlisted at RCAF Trenton. Received his Bombadier Wings in 1944. “Tony” had been reported missing on air operations over enemy territory 21 March, 1945. He had been overseas with […]

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Palanek Frank George M. D.

PALANEK, George

Born 18/09/1917 in Hulk, Czechoslovakia the son of John and May (nee Riha) Palanack. The family emigrated to Canada in 1927 when Frank was nine years old. He had two brothers John Jr. of Eberts and Anthony a Flying Officer who was KIA over Germany.,   He was educated in Czechoslovakia doing his high school in Dresden, ON. at […]

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Palmer, Carlton R.

Of 17 Gray St., Chatham, ON. Married, his wife it was reported in the CDN 10/09/42, had been visiting her husband while he was stationed at RCAF Clinton. Reported returning from overseas aboard troop ship “Alcantara” CDN 1/08/45, expected to arrive at Quebec City the 5th of August, 1945. Arrived in Chatham from overseas duty. CDN […]

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Palmer, Stewart Quelch “Bus”

Palmer, Stewart Quelch

Married and wife was residing in Chatham. Prior to his enlistment he was a painter and decorator. Trained at Windsor, Petawawa and Debert. Posted for overseas duty and served in England, Belgium and Holland. The CDN 11/08/44(P) that Stewart enlisted in July of 1943 and was serving overseas. Stewart was reported returning to Canada aboard the Queen […]

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Papps, James M.

Papps, James M.

Served nearly three years overseas. Served in the Italian Campaign and received the Military Medal for gallantry in action. Date of Discharge: December 4th, 1945

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Pardo, Betty Lou (Smith)

The daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Smith of Wellington St., West. The CDN 4/10/43 reported she was stationed at RCAF-Rockcliffe. AW1 Pardo was on a few days furlough in Chatham. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.  

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Pardo, Frederick Tichbourne

Born in Raleigh Twsp., Kent Co., ON. in 1922. The son of Frederick C. and Eleanor (Tichbourne). The husband of Jean (nee Castleden); the father of Margaret, Hugh and Melanie Jean (died as infant). Living at R. R. #1 Blenheim, ON. LOOKING FOR SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

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Park, Archibald Beverley Ed

Park, Archibald Beverly

Born 1901 in Chatham, ON. the son of Archibald and Albertina Park, of Chatham; husband of Jean T. Park, of 500 King St. West, Chatham. Previous Military Experience: Served with the Simcoe Foresters and with the Kent Regiment (MG) N. P. A. M. Archibald served in the Simcoe Foestry Batt. and the Kent Regt. (MG). He […]

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Park, Clark Kane

Son of Robert Franklin Park and Lillie Elizabeth Park, of Raleigh Twsp., Ontario, brother of Frank Basil [Army serving in Italy], John Duncan and Margaret [RCAF] (Archibald), Ivy (McIntyre) and Mary. The CDN 15/06/43 reported that L/Cpl. who enlisted at St. Lucl’s barracks in Windsor, ON, in August of 1942. He did his basic training at No. […]

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Park, Malcolm Franklin Clark

Park, Malcolm Franklin Clark

Born in 1910, the son of Robert Franklin Park and Lillian Elizabeth Park, of R.R.5 Chatham, Ontario, brother of Clark Kane and Margaret, Ivy, Mary, Basil and John. The husband of Ellen (nee Hoskins) the father of Jerry, William ‘Billy’ and Debra. Pte. Park enlisted in Chatham in January of 1942. He received his training at No.12 BTC – Chatham along with […]

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Park, Margaret Theresa

Park, Margaret Theresa

Born 6/02/1923. Daughter of Robert Franklin Park and Lillie Elizabeth Park, of Chatham, Ontario, brother of Clark Kane, Ivy, Basil and John. Margaret married Ross Archibald, they had no children. Received basic training at Rockcliffe. Took five months course at Toronto then went to Ottawa. Posted to #4 B. & G. School at Fingal. Posted […]

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Parker Alfred

PARKER, Alfred

Pte. A9398, RCASC (1ST Divisional Supply Column). DT 24/04/41. Discharged 1945. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

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