Ellis Thomas Frederick “Fred”

Ellis, Thomas Frederick

Son of RQM Jack Ellis and Mrs Ellis of 83 Landsowne Ave., Chatham, ON., brother of Charles A9388 and Jack who was serving in the Phillipines with the USAAF. Was reported wounded while serving in Italy but remained with his unit. CDN 25/01/45.  A photo of Thomas includes his brother Charles who was also serving in […]

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Garen Leslie Wilson

Leslie Wilson Garen had a long and distinguished military career, serving throughout the world.  He was the son of John and Elizabeth Garen and resided at 33 Patteson Ave, Chatham.  Brother to Robert, Rennie, Elsie, Keith and Don, all of Chatham.  He was married to Grace May Haynes, for nearly 65 years. His military service […]

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Gilhula, Walter

The son of Mr. and Mrs. Earl Gilhula of West St., Chatham, ON. Word received by his wife Ona, that Walter had been slightly wounded in action while in Italy. CDN. 29/11/44(P)

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Harris William J.

Harris, William J

The son of Mrs. P. Ferguson of Raleigh Twsp, Kent Co., ON. Billy went to school in Chatham and conducted an orchestra in Chatham for some time. While William was stationed at Debert, Nova Scotia he was given leave to return to Chatham where he spent time with his aunt and uncle, Mr. and Mrs. […]

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Hastings, Arthur G.

The WN 27/01/44 reported that Dvr. Hastings was stationed at Duncan, BC. with the 2nd Platoon. LOOKING FOR INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.    

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Hearns, Keith “Toad”

The husband of Nellie (nee Hedger). Father  of Celia (Collins), Lorraine (Clark), Karen, Leonard, Charles, Brian and Ken predeceased.    Keith passed away 19 January, 2003, interment at Greenwood Cemetery, Ridgetown. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

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Henderson John Robert

Trained at Chatham, Labatt School and Ordance Corps. Spent three years and seven months overseas. Promoted to the rank of Craftsman. January 1946.

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Hooker, Wesley C.

From Chatham, ON.  Son of Mr. and Mrs. Correll Hooker of Blenheim, ON., brother of Lewis (CAMC). Wesley enlisted in 1942 in Windsor, ON. Trained at No. 12 BTC. in Chatham, ON., Brockville and Camp Borden. Enlisted in 1942 and had been sent overseas in February 1944. In the CDN 16/01/45 he has been promoted […]

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Hooper Irvine

HOOPER, Irvine

Born in Lambton, Co., ON., the son of Mr. and Mrs. Abraham ‘Abe’ Hooper, the brother of Ernest. Irvine was living and employed at the grist mill of Mr. A. McVean of Dresden prior to his enlistment. Irvine enlisted in Chatham, ON. 4/11/14 and went overseas 15/04/1915 where he trained until September of 1915 when […]

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Hooper Lyle John

HOOPER, Lyle J

The son of Mr. and Mrs. Emerson, Hooper. The DT 16/07/42 reported that Lyle was stationed at Regina, SK. when he arrived in Dresden for a two week leave. Re-enlisted in 1947 when recalled by R.C.R. August 1954, R.C.E.M.E. In Korea, two Korean Medals for service with Canadian Attached U.N. troops. Prior to the Second […]

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Hooper, Garnet A.

Salem Community Roll of Honour. The KCFA 19/07/45 reported that the hospital ship Letitia had docked at Halifax NS., with six Kent County boys who might be going to hospital in London rather their homes. Pte. Hooper was on the list. He was welcomed home by the special welcoming committee chaired by Ted Carter, Canadian Legion, […]

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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.

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Huckle Albert John

Huckle, Albert John

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

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Jefferson S. E.

Jefferson, S. E

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.

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Johnston Ronald Hardy

Johnston, Ronald Hardy

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 […]

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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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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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Lambkin Ford

LAMBKIN, Ford

The DT 3/07/41 reported that Ford had enlisted in the Army.  Discharged February. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website

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Latam, Charles

The WJ 4/12/41 reported he was at Camp Borden was the guest of Aunt Mrs. E. N. Mclean of Wheatley. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

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Law Irvine H.

LAW, Irvine H

The brother of Mrs. Charles Sturgis. The following letter was sent to his sister: Dear Myrtle: I finally have settled down long enough to write a letter, it certainly seems to be quite a problem these days as I am certainly busy all of the time.  However it seems as though it will be easier the […]

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