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Allott J. S.

Essex Scottish Regiment non-permanent Militis until time of Enlistment. Served 5 years and 8 months in Canada. Acted as a weapon training officer, was commissioned from Private to Captain step by step. Was Stationed at No.12 Basic Training Centre in Chatham as Musketery Instructor. Discharged January 19th, 1946.

Anderson, Jack

Only son of Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Anderson of 107 Emma St., Chatham, ON. Previously, his address had been 32 ½ Murray St., Chatham. He was born in Moncton, NB., and attended Central School and the Chatham Collegiate Institute. He enlisted in the 1st Kent Regt. and mobilized in 1940. He completed his training in London, Niagara Falls, Halifax, and New Westminister BC. Pte. […]

Born 3/01/1917 at Chatham, ON The son of Jack and Edith (Tackaberry) Anderson, of 174 Victoria, Avenue, Chatham, formerly of Wallaceburg, Ontario, Canada, later living in Wallaceburg. Jack was educated at McKeough Public School and Chatham Collegiate Institute. Prior to his enlistment he he was employed with the Bank of Montreal” in Chatham and Wallaceburg, […]

The son of Mrs. M. Andrews of Poplar Street, Chatham Appears on the “Muster Roll” of the 2nd Bn., Kent Regiment (MG), N.P.A.N. (date unknown), service number A470111. Married and his wife was living at 102 ½ Harvey St., Chatham. Prior to his enlistment he was employed at the American Pad & Textile Co. on Richmond and Queen St. […]

The son of Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Babcock and the brother of Mrs. Norman Taylor. Before the war, Isaac was a member of the Kent Regt. for four years. When Canada declared was in 1939, Isaac was in the west and joined the Princess Patricia Canadian Light Infantry, but was discharged when it was discovered […]

Went overseas in November 1941. Served in the invasion forces in France, Holland, Belgium, and Germany. Discharged November 5th, 1945.

Born in Tilbury, ON. in 1912. The husband of Bertha, they were living at his parents home at 152 Sheldon, Ave., Chatham, ON. The father of William Theodore and Francis William. Pte. T. A. Barnier enlisted with the Kents in July 1940. Served with Kent Regiment for 3 years prior to the war. Served […]

Next of Kin: Mrs. C. A. Bickford of 10 ½ 5th St., Chatham, ON. The CDN 31/12/45 reported that he returned to Canada aboard the S. S. Mauretania. Arrived in Halifax, N.S. aboard the S.S. Mauretania docking 1/01/1946. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

Bird, Ellwood E.

Enlisted in 1943 with the Essex Scottish Regt. and later transferring to the Tank Bn. CDN 9/08/45(P) Prior to the war, he was employed at the Top and Body Co. The five Bird brothers; Ellwood, Elmer, Harvey, Maurice, and Max had a long connection to wars. Their father, A. W. Bird, was a veteran of […]

Bird, Elmer G.

The son of Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Bird of Port Alma, Kent Co. ON. The brother of Ellwood, Harvey, Maurice, Morris, Max, Bernice and Nettie. Enlisted with the Essex Scottish serving as a transport driver. CDN 9/08/45(P). Elmer volunteered for service in the Pacific. CDN 9/08/45(P) The CDN 28/12/45 reported that he returned to Canada aboard […]

Bissett, Thomas Sheldon

Thomas had been working for “Mr. Cameron” for four years before he enlisted with the 1st Kent Regt. in 1940. He trained with the Kents and went overseas as a reinforcement for the Essex Scottish. Thomas had been wounded three times since fighting in D-Day. In a letter to his parents, Sgt. Glen Embary, also […]

Bonneau, Raymond

Born in 1921 at Comber. The son of Mr. and Mrs. Isreal Bonneau of St. Clair St. in Tilbury, ON. Brother of Henry of the RCOC. Raymond enlisted with the Essex Scottish in Windsor, ON. on 31/03/1942. MGF. He served in Canada, France, Belgium and Holland. He was reported to be returning from overseas duty in the CDN 20/11/45. […]

The son of Lieut.-Col. A. E. Bradley and Mrs. Bradley of Victoria Ave., Chatham. Robert was born in Chatham, ON. The son of Bruce and Marjory (nee Sigler) Bradley of Jeanette’s Creek. The brother of David was in Manitoba with the RCAF The husband of Mary C. (nee Keil). They had two sons: Robert […]

Braniff, James L. “Jim”

Born in 1912 at Windsor, ON. the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Baniffif, of Tilbury, ON.; Jim enlisted with the Essex Scottish in Windsor, ON. in September, 1939. In April of 1941 Jim had a two weeks furlough to visit his parents he returned to his Regiment. TT 4/04/41, returning to his regiment in […]

Born in 1913, the son of George Edward and Myrtle (nee Tiffin) of Huffman’s Corners. The brother of Stewart, Gordon, Earl, Trevor, Shirley (Kennedy), Maurice, Edward, Norman William and Reta (Cook). The husband of Wanda (nee Hodgson). Served in Canada four and a half months. Was sent overseas and served in England, France, […]

Son of Mrs. Emily Brooks of 471/2 Pine St., Chatham, ON. Stationed at Chatham six months and in London with the Kent Regiment until 1942. Transferred to Essex Scottish Regiment and went overseas. Served in England. Joined Headquarters 2 C.B.R.B. and then went to Italy on October 8th, 1943 for eighteen months . He […]

Burd Howard J.

The brother of Doris. The husband of Julia (nee Turner), father of Albert, Wayne, Jack, Shirley and Janet and a step son George and step-daughter Betty Howard passed away 24 February, 1989 and is buried at Maple Leaf Cemetery, Chatham, ON. LOOKING FOR SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

Burgess, John “Jack” Wesley

Of Wallaceburg. The son of Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Burgess of Wallaceburg. The husband of Margaret (nee O’Flynn) living at 616 Elizabeth St., Wallaceburg, they had two sons Jack and Fraser and a daughter Peggy. A native of Wallaceburg, he attended Central Public School and Wallaceburg high School. Attended Osgoode Hall, Toronto and practiced as a Barrister with J. S. Fraser K.C. […]

Burk, Clayton Stuart

Born 22/01/1919 at Blenheim, Harwich Twsp., ON. Son of Enos Marvin Burk and Myrtle Burk, of St. Thomas, Ontario, Canada. Age: 28, DOAI – Date of Death: 30/01/1944, by accidental detonation of a hand grenade in England.

Burke, Marvin Theodore

Marvin enlisted with the Essex Scottish in November of 1940 and it was presumed he was still with the Essexes while fighting in Normandy. The CDN 5/09/44 reported that Pte. Burke had been wounded in action while in France 28 August, 1944. According to the CDN article, he was in hospital and the nature of his wounds was not reported […]

The son of Mrs. Ruth Butler of Centre St. Sgt. Butler enlisted in August of 1940 serving with the First Kent. He went overseas two years ago. He arrived in France 6 July and has been in action with the Essex Scottish. Cpl. Butler cabled his mother Mrs. R. Butler that he had arrived safely. […]

It was reported Pte. Butler serving in Holland, sent a bouquet of flowers to his mother. He was reported returned from overseas service in the CDN 25/07/1945. Leslie Butler passed away 6/03/2010 in Hamilton, ON. internment in Evergreen Cemetery, Blenheim, ON. CDN-Obit. TBD-RH, KCFA.

Carron, Frank Phillip

Born in Harwich Twsp., Kent Co. ON. His mother, father, three brothers and four sister were living in Wallaceburg where he had spent most of his life. He spent much of his early years in farming in Kent County. Next of kin: Margaret Carron, his wife, of Wallaceburg. She and their child were living at […]

Case Russell ‘Russ’ Robert

The grandson of Charles Case, related to Joe and Mary Drollaird. The son of F/Sgt. C. E. and Elizabeth Case of 55 Barth St., later 84 Raleigh St., Chatham, brother of F/O. William “Bill” C. (R109938). Russell with the RCAF in Canada. The family had moved away from Tilbury so he attended McKeough School and […]

Trained in Canada one year. Went overseas and served five years in Europe. Promoted to the rank of Sergeant. Discharged August 1945.

Born in Ottawa. He came to Dresden, ON. eight years prior to enlistment. He was 28 years old and married with three children when he enlisted. He was employed by Harold Wills CDN 16/09/42. Lance Corporal Cassidy was taken prisoner of war by Germans after his units participation in the Dieppe Raid. After the Dieppe Raid […]

Served in Canada. Enlisted with the Kent Regt. Transferred to the Essex Scottish Regiment KRA and went overseas in September 1942. The CDN 3/12/45 reported that Pte. Amos Chantler returned aboard the troopship Queen Elizabeth returned to Canada with the Essex Scottish Regt. He was then on a 30 day leave. Living at 141 Park […]

Charlton, John A.

John enlisted on the 2nd of October in 1942 with the 30th Reconnaissance Battalion in Windsor, Ontario. He trained in Dundurn, Saskatoon, and also in Nova Scotia before sailing for England and arriving there on July 28, 1943. From there, he transferred to the Essex Scottish. He served in Belgium, Holland and Germany, and was […]

The son of Bert Christner, (his wife Dorothy (nee Magee) and family (a son Gordon and a daughter Grace L.) were living at 5 Glass St, Wallaceburg). Walter had a brother Bert and two sisters Ellen in Dresden and Mrs. Orville Haney living in Chatham. The Wallaceburg News reported that L/Cpl. Christner had been seriously […]

Born 7/02/1922, the only son of Roy O. and Gladys E. Clark, of 171 Grand Ave.E., Chatham, Ontario. Jim as he was called by his parents and three older sisters Carol (Lindsay), Pat (Dodman) and Marjorie (Scott). Jim attended Queen Mary and Central School, in Chatham before attending Chatham Vocational School. After high school Jim […]

Whitney attended school in Blenheim, ON. before enlisting in Windsor with the Essex Scottish. He went over seas on 5 August, 1940. Prior to enlistment Cpl. Coulter had engaged in twenty fights as a professional boxer in Ontario and Michigan. Cpl. Coulter was listed as MIA after the Dieppe Raid.

Cullimore, Harvey Edward

Harvey was born 09/08/1905 in Blenheim. Harvey was living in Blenheim, ON. when he enlisted in Windsor, ON. 14/01/1943. He did his basic training at No. 12 BTC – Chatham. Transferred to the RCA training as a Gunner at Petawawa. He was granted a 14 day leave in August 1943 and a Christmas leave that year. […]

Corporal Currie was brother of Mrs. Garnet Richards, R. R. # 3, Dresden, who received official telegram March 22nd, 1945, telling of his death. Discharged March 4th, 1945. Killed in Action.

Born 31/03/1919, at Tilbury, ON, the son of James and Isabel Davidson of R. R. #1 Tilbury, ON. Prior to the war Richard resided at R.R. #3, Tilbury. He worked as a truck driver. He was the brother of five sisters all married. Richard married a Welsh lady, Ellen Olsen at Newport, Wales 28/08/41. Richard was the second man […]

Born 23/03/1919 in Winnipeg, Manitoba. The son of Percy and Inez Day of 36 Edgar St., Chatham, ON. The brother of Ross and Doug, Norma and Vellell. The husband of Dorothy (nee Davies). Bert enlisted 15/08/1940 at Chatham, ON., age 21 years with the Kent Regt. After basic training with the Kent Regt. at […]

Dennis George A. R.

Served with the Kent Regiment Machine Gun Unit for six weeks. Trained in Canada for one year. Went overseas and served four and a half years in England and France, Belgium, and Germany. Was awarded the 1939-1945 Star, and the C.V.S.M. Medal and Sleep. Discharged 1945.

Deschamps, Arthur C.

Born in Harwich Twsp., Kent Co., ON. the son of Alfonse and Alvira (nee Doorneart), the brother of Marie (Roels), Matha (Stroondt) and George. The husband of Geraldine (nee Rabideau) father of Cheryl, Becky and Valerie (Walter) In January of 1944 Arthur was stationed at Prince Rupert, BC with the 29th Aniti-Aircraft Regt 4th Battery.

Born 26/05/1915 at Isegham, Belgium. Living at 247 Elgin St., London, Ontario, his home prior to his enlistment. Roger was wounded in action on the 10 the of April, 1945 succumbing to his wound the following day. Date of Death: 11/04/1945. He was originally buried on the 11th of April in the Civilian Cemetery at Lochem, […]

Joined the 1st Hussars September 1939. Given an honourable Discharge when regiment broke up. Joined the 2nd Kent Regiment. Trained for ten months in Canada. Went overseas and served in France, Belgium, Holland and Germany. Was wounded and hospitalized. Discharged January 9th, 1946.

Deziel, Oliver

Reported on a week-end furlough in September of 1940 to visit his family. In December of 1940 Oliver became a patient in the Military Hospital at Camp Bordon suffering from pneumonia. It was reported that after spending the week-end furlough with relatives he returned with his brother Joseph to their unit the Essex Scottish Regt., […]

Of Blenheim, ON., the son of Cecil and Genevieve Doan; brother of Clayton, husband of Bridget Doan. Appears on the “Muster Roll” of the 2nd Bn., Kent Regiment, (MG), N.P.A.N. (date unknown). Transferred to the Perth Regt. R.C.I.C as a Private, Service No: A/55153. Mrs. Leonard Reid of R.R.1, Croton was notified that […]

The eldest son of Mrs. A. P. Drohan of Wellington Street West, Chatham, ON. The brother of Arthur in the RCAF. Served with the Kent Regiment from September 1939 to July 25th, 1940. Trained in Canada till January 1942. In May of 1942 Sgt. Drohan was reported home in May of 1942 to attend a party […]

Son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Duplessie of Tilbury. Prior to his enlistment Edward was employed at the Canadian Top and Body plant in Tilbury. Edward enlisted in the Essex Scottish in September of 1939. TT 28/09/39. He married before going overseas in 1940 Angeline Duplessie of Tilbury, ON., she was living in Detroit in 1942. Letters from […]

Errey, Donovan ‘Don’

Born in Wallaceburg, ON., the son of Frederick J. and Mary Errey, of 844 Elgin St., Wallaceburg, Ontario, Canada, brother of Victor George A3762 also a sister Kathleen. Don attended public and high school in Wallaceburg and was employed at the Dominion Glass co. prior to the war. CDN 16/09/42 He enlisted in the Essex […]

Errey, Victor George

Born 27/08/1920 Son of Frederick J. and Mary (nee Jones) Errey, of Elgin St., Wallaceburg, Ontario, Canada, brother of Donovan A21808. Victor was born in Saskatchewan but received his education at the Central Public School and Wallaceburg High School. Victor had two brothers Arthur who was serving in the RCAF and L/Cpl. Don who was […]

Faubert, Gerald Ronald

Date of Death: 19/08/1942, killed on the beach at Dieppe, France. Private GERALD RONALD FAUBERT is one of twenty members of the Essex Scottish Regiment, Royal Canadian Infantry Corps who went missing at Dieppe on August 19, 1942 and were subsequently presumed dead, who are commemorated on this Panel at the Brookwood Memorial, Surrey, United […]

Faubert, Russell William

Born in Tilbury, ON. in 1923 the son of Charles and Margaret Faubert, of Tilbury, Ontario. Russell attended Tilbury schools and was a member of St. Andrew’s Anglican church, Tilbury. Charles enlisted in the C.A.C. in 1941 and had been overseas for a year when he was killed. Age: 20, KIA – Date of Death: […]

Born 17 October, 1917 the son of Mr. Francis “Frank” Israel and Mrs. Agnes May (Drury) Field of 87 Hillyard St., Chatham, ON. The brother to Harold William (V51318), Stanley Lyle (A470294), Mary Gladys, Edyth Pearl, Francis Lloyd, Margaret and another male [not identified]. Harry was born in Chatham and attended McKeough public school and […]

Three years with the 1st. Kent Regiment. Marries Dorothy Maxine (nee Robertson) CDN 17/09/1940. James passed away 16/09/2000. LM-LP. LOOKING FOR INFORMATION.

Finn, Francis A.

Francis joined the Essex Scottish Regiment in April of 1940. He took commando training. A younger brother Bernard Alphonse Finn was serving in the RCNVR at Prince Rupert, BC during WW2. Bernard moved to Michigan and later to another State in the United States. There was another younger brother John, who did not serve in […]

Fish, William John

Enlisted 4/12/1941 and was discharged 9/01/1946. LOOKING FOR INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website. The WN 27/01/44 reported Pte. J. Fish serving with the Picton Highlanders in St. John’s NB. The CDN 22/1/45 reported that Private William J. Fish was one of the first men to leave the special train which brought his battalion home to […]

Fish, William Lester

Born 23/07/1910 at Wallaceburg, ON. Son of Thomas R. and of Effie May Fish (nee Taylor), of 305 Murray St., Wallaceburg; brother of Rev. Capt. James (US Army), Jack (US Army) serving in New Guinea, Norman, Donald, Guy of Detroit, Michigan and Evelyn living at her parent’s home. William attended D. A. Gordon Public School and then Wallaceburg High School. He was a […]

Fisher, Gerald Owen

Born 21/05/1924 at Huffman’s Corner and is the son of Arthur O. and Jemima Ann (Cantlay) of Harwich Twsp., Kent Co., ON. He is the brother of William, Lloyd, Doris and Ross. His address at his time of enlistment was Huffman’s Corner. Gerald is the husband of Phyllis. His children, (listed in order of birth) are: […]

Floyd Lawrence William

The son of the late W. Floyd and Mrs. W. Hutton of Windsor, ON. A quiet wedding took place in Chatham in March 1942 between Pte. Lawrence Floyd and Anne May (nee Clark) of King St. W. Chatham, they had a baby son, at that time they resided at 143 1/2 King St. West, Chatham. CDN 24/03/42 Lawrence had enlisted with […]

Kenneth enlisted in January of 1943 and went overseas 20 June of that year . It was reported in the BNT 29/03/45 that Pte. Ford was wounded for the second time, he was first wounded in the summer of 1944 in the campaign to capture Caen after the D-Day landings. The date and […]

Foster, Joseph Augustine

Born 1/01/1919, at Big Point, Kent Co.,ON., the son of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond and Patricia (Maloney) Foster, of 312 Queen St., Wallaceburg, Ontario. Joseph attended Our Lady of Help School and Mercici High School. He was employed at the Dominion Glass Company, Wallaceburg, ON., where he would be one of the first group of employees to enlist in […]

Born in West Lorne, ON in 1913. The son of Mrs. John McMahon of 221 Colbourne St., Chatham ON. The brother of Frederick A3059. Lloyd enlisted in the Kent Regt. in October 1939. Shortly after, he transferred to the Essex Scottish Regt. He was a L/Cpl. but reverted to a Private to go overseas. He […]

Fox, Alexander

In October 1933 Alexander married at First Baptist Church in Wallaceburg Vera Agnes (Hooktwith) Fox, the couple’s first home was on the Skinner farm but they would move to a house at 624 Murray St. in Wallaceburg where they had two daughters Bonnie Lou in August of 1939 and Ruth Ann (1941). Alex worked on […]

Franklin, Daniel “Danny” Ernest

Son of Ernest A. Franklin and Gertrude Mae (Hunt) Franklin, of 315 Murray St., Wallaceburg; brother of Ivan, Donald, Arthur (RCA), Clarence, Flossie, Howard, James, Agnes, William (RCA), Charles (RCA) and Doris. Daniel D. A. Gordon Public School and Wallaceburg High School. Prior to the war Daniel was employed at Dominion Glass Company. 14 September, […]

Born in 1918 at Toronto, ON the son of Edward J. and Sarah Jane Gambriel of 177 Raleigh St. or 48 Lorne Ave., Chatham, ON. in 1944. Harry was one of four sons all of whom volunteered for service. Pte. Richard (32yrs) served with the RCE., Ted (28 yrs.) was honorably discharged due to an injury after serving for […]

Glasier, William Earl

Born December 28, 1924. Tilbury West, ON., the son of Sam and Anna Glasier, the parents of 13 children. CDN 9/03/45. “A Story of Bravery and Humility” William, known as Bill to all who know him, was born in Tilbury West. He was the son of Samuel and Anna (nee-Gauthier) Glasier. They had 13 children in a small white […]

Goudreau, Leonard J.

Of Chatham. Husband of Donna Jean (nee Edwards); father of Vicki, Paul, Janice, Mark, Michelle and Greg. Passed away 16 July, 1998 at C-K Health Alliance. Reported by the family that Leonard served overseas from 1942 to 1946 with Essex Scottish Regt. CDN 11/11/16 Passed away 16 July, 1998 at C-K Health Alliance. A family tribute: […]

Went overseas in July 1940. Took part in Dieppe Raid and was taken prisoner. Was held in Prison camps two and a half years. Liberated April 1945. Discharged September 1945.

Green, Horace Thomas

Born in Rapid City Manitoba in 1915. The only son of the late Mr. H. Green. Married, his wife June (nee Green) they were living at 171 Richmond St., later at 119 Gladstone Ave., Chatham, ON. Prior to enlisting Thomas was employed at the William Green Contractors. A member of Christ Church, Chatham. CDN 16/09/42(P). Horace joined […]

George enlisted in June of 1939 the Essex Scottish. Trained at Camp Borden until May 24th, 1941. Went to trade school in Toronto and took an electrical course for six months. Transferred to the Elgin Regiment in Debert Nova Scotia until August 1942. Was posted for overseas duty (likely as a replacement for the Essex […]

Harper, William H. Jr.

Born in 1919, the son of William J. and Louise Haper of 52 St. George St., Chatham, brother of George (A22808). The husband of Pat they were living at his father’s address. He worked at the Ontario Steel Plant in Chatham prior to enlisting. William enlisted in 1939, likely with his brother George. He served […]

The son of Mr. and Mrs. Alexander. Mrs. Henderson formerly of Cedar Springs who had moved to Ridgetown. The CDN 4/02/43 reported of the Kent Regt. is taking a course in Toronto. He spent a short leave with his parents here, after leaving the west coast, Married to Ruth Helen (nee Brennan) CDN 5/05/43 the ceremony was held at […]

Henson, Jehu William Josiah

Born in Dresden in 1921. The son of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Henson, reported to be the brother of Pte. Cleland ‘Tex’ Henson. A descendent of the Rev. Josiah Henson. He was married to Karen and was living at 143 ½ Wellington St. East, Chatham, ON. Jehu enlisted in 1943, age 22 with the Essex […]

Hewer, William Jack A.

Born 1/07/1918 in Wallaceburg. Son of William Richard and Louella Maude (Lague) Hewer, of 217 Nelson St., Wallaceburg, Ontario; husband of Dorothy M. (nee Robb) Hewer, of Wallaceburg. He received his education at D. A. Gordon School and Wallaceburg High School. Prior to enlisting Jack was employed for five years at the Wallaceburg Brass Co. The 13th of August, 1940 Jack enlisted in […]

DT 24/04/41. The son of James A. and Florence Holmes, his twin of Walter a younger brother Oliver. Wounded in both legs at Dieppe on August 19th, 1942. The DT 27/08/42 reported that David and Walter were both wounded during the raid on Dieppe, France. David was reported wounded in both legs while his brother Walter was wounded […]

Born 29/07/18, enlisted 14/09/29. The son of Mr. James A and Mrs. Florence Holmes of Dresden. The Parents of David, Walter and Oliver Holmes The DT 24/12/41 reported that he was stationed at Petewawa when he was given a ten-day embarkation leave. While at his parent’s home he was given a pre-Christmas dinner in his honour. Wounded in the left shoulder at Dieppe […]

Hoyles William

The son of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Hoyles of Tupperville, Kent Co., ON. The DT 27/02/41 reported that William had enlisted with the Elgin Regt. The article went on to say that a party was held at his parents home and a evening of cards and music and gift giving was all part of the send-off. […]

Born in Chatham, ON. in 1914, the son of the late Mr. and Mrs Ross Huff, the brother of Mack. James lived all of his young life in Chatham. Prior to enlisting James worked at the local plant of Canadian Industries Ltd. He enlisted in 1941 with the Essex Scottish after being a Lieutenant in the Kent […]

Hustwick, Albert Reginald

Reported returning from overseas duty aboard HMCS St. Laurent, expected to dock at “an eastern Canadian port” soon. Reported being welcomed back to Chatham from overseas duty by Aldermen George Kerr KC., A. G. Goodman and Bert Joyce also by Rehabilitation Officer William Foreman and Alex Copeland for the Civil Reception Committee along with hundreds […]

Ivison, “Fred” Wilfred

Fred along with brothers Joe and Hugh joined the 1st Kents when they mobilized in 1940, enlisting 14/08/1940. Fred and his brothers were members of the Kent Regt. for several years before the outbreak of war. He trained with the Kent Regiment in Chatham, London, Halifax Niagara Falls and New Westminister, BC. Fred was processed overseas in September […]

Hugh trained in Chatham No. 12 BTC., London, Halifax, Westminister BC. and Quebec before he and his two brothers went overseas with the Essex Scottish Regt. He saw action in France and Belgium before being returned home. Joe Ivison the father of the three Sargeants had served in the great War, going overseas in […]

Ivison, Joseph Henry

Joe, Fred (Wilfred) and Hugh enlisted 14 August, 1940 in Chatham, ON. At the time Joe had married and divorced Verna (nee Hebblethwaite) and he had two children from a common-law marriage, June Evelyn and Shirley Mary. At the time Joe was living at his parent’s home on Colborne St. Joe was accepted in the Junior Leaders Course at […]

Born in Chatham, ON.; the son of Mr.and Mrs William Jeffery of 129 Park Ave. West, Chatham, ON. In 1944 his wife was living at 129 Park Ave. West, Chatham, they had a son Gary. Prior to the war he was working for the Famous Players Canadian Corporation at the Capital Theatre in […]

Born 7/08/1921 in Chatham, ON. Son of Alfred Henry (a veteran of the Great War) he went overseas with the 186th Batt. saw action with the 18th Batt.) and Victoria May Jewiss of Queen St., Chatham, ON., (Mrs. first husband was killed in WWI), brother of Victor living at Queen St., (above the Canada Business College) Chatham. […]

Jones David Lloyd

Served with the Essex-Scottish Regiment in Canada for about Three years. Then transferred to a different unit and was sent to Ottawa. He is still serving in Ottawa with the rank of Quarter Master Sergeant.

John was reported returning to his regiment in Windsor, ON. after a weekend furlough to visit his mother Mrs. Clara Jones of Chatham. CDN 15/04/42. In April of 1942 S/Sgt. Jones married Evelyn Lillian Krepsky of Windsor, ON. CDN 19/10/42. Staff Sergt. Jones and his wife returned to Windsor after spending the weekend with his mother […]

The son of Mrs. Clara Jones of of 41 St. George. Married, his wife was residing in Kingsville, ON. Trained at Camp Borden and in British Columbia before leaving Canada. The CDN 5/03/45 reported that Lieut. Jones had left for overseas. Lieut. Jones had been in the army for five years . Went […]

Judd, Clarence Clinton McKenzie

Son of Albert and Grace Judd of Tilbury. Albert was a Great War veteran. Educated at Tilbury Public School and Continuation School. He had two sisters living in Windsor, ON. Prior to his enlistment he was employed in a Tilbury factory. An ace pitcher on the junior baseball team. Clarence enlisted in the Essex Scottish on Windsor, […]

Son of William and Corrine “Carrie” Kett of 392 Park St., Chatham, ON. William a veteran of the Great War was serving in the Veteran’s Guard. He had a younger brother George who was serving in the Navy at sea and a younger brother Douglas training at Camp Borden, ON. Roy enlisted in the Essex Scottish in […]

Kirkland Stuart Bennett

Enlisted in the Kent Regt. (A.F.) 12/02/1941, transferred to the Essex Scottish Regt. Son of Mr. John A. and Nina Pearl Kirkland (the step son of John A. King) of Cedar Springs, Raleigh, Twsp., Kent Co., ON. Born at Walkerville in May 1921. He attended McKeough School in Chatham and spent four years at the […]

The son of Mr. and Mrs. William Kitchen of James St., Chatham, ON. Wiliam was married and had two sons and two daughters and was living on Grant St., Chatham. He enlisted with the 1st Kent Regt. but transferred to the Essex Scottish to go into active service in 1940. In January of 1945 he […]

The son of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Knight of 117 Colborne St. Chatham, ON. The husband of Margaret “Louise” (nee Martinson), father of Bob, Pat (Solway), Tom, Bev, Karen (Orange), Fred, John and Shawn. The family home was at 95 Wood Street, Chatham prior to his enlistment. He had been working at the Glass House […]

Labadie Donald Reginald

The son of Donald and Bertha Labadie. Prior to Don’s enlistment he was a cook at the Chatham Hotel. Trained four months in Canada. Went overseas and served in England, Northwest Europe and Scandinavia. Donald enlisted with the Essex Scottish in December 1941. Reported as serving overseas in June, 1942. CDN 3/07/42(P) Donald was reported returning to Canada aboard the Queen Elizabeth. […]

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