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Labonte, G. Eugene “Gene”

Son of Mr. Nelson and Mrs. Mary Jane Labonte of Canal St., Tilbury, ON. Prior to his enlistment he was employed as a delivery boy. He had four brothers and four sisters, his brother Leo was enlisted in the 2nd Battalion of the Kent Regt. (Reserve) He enlisted in 1940 at the age of 19 […]

Labonte, Jean Eugene

Jean was reported as a casualty on the Dieppe Raid in the Windsor Star of 16 September, 1942. Latter reported a P.O.W. and would remain one for three years. Husband of Betty, father to Robert and Bonnie.

Labonty Leo J.

Trained and served nearly five years in Canada. Went overseas and served in England, Holland, Germany and France. Promoted to Sergeant and was Acting Sergeant Major. Arrived aboard the S.S. Mauritania from overseas docked at Halifax NS. 1 January, 1946. LOOKING FOR INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website. Discharged February 13th, 1946.

Laurie William Alexander

Trained with the 2nd Kent Regiment. Enlisted with the Kent Regiment but later transferred to the Essex Scottish Regiment and went overseas. Cpl. Laurie was reported to have arrived in England, word received by his wife. CDN 3/11/42(P) Discharged January 1946. William A. Laurie passed away 2 May, 1997. Afa: CFF-FD44, VR, CC-HR, KRA, […]

Lennox, Andrew

KIA – Date of Death: 19/08/1942, at Dieppe. Casualty Type: Commonwealth War Dead, Grave/Memorial Reference: D. 22. Cemetery: DIEPPE CANADIAN WAR CEMETERY, HAUTOT-SUR-MER. Found in Chatham Fire Fighters 1944 Field Day Booklet 7 to 12/08/1944. Index of Overseas Deaths.

Lewis, Archie H.

Born in Wallaceburg, the son of Mrs. George Lewis, he had passed away. He had attended town schools and was employed at the Dominion Glass Co for 14 years as a Machine operator by trade. He had tree brothers Lyle, Harold and Charles, and two sisters Mrs. Ed McDougall and Mrs. Vera Ewing of Sombra. Husband of Mrs. […]

The DN 21/11/45 reported that Pte. Liddle was expected home soon. Discharged March 1946. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION.

Little, Francis Earl

The son of Mr. and Mrs. Floy Little of 22 ½ King St. West, Chatham. The Brother of William ‘Bill’ D. Cpl. A49652, serving in Italy and Pte. Danny ‘Dan’ A86845, Lincoln & Welland Regt. stationed in England. CDN Aug. 44 He also had three sisters: Freda, Avril and Ruth all of Chatham. Cpl. Little was born and […]

Of Chatham, ON Edward was married with two small children residing at 19 Park Ave. West, Chatham. The son of Mrs. Otis Magee of Wallaceburg, ON. He was on the original staff of No.12 BTC,-Chatham. Enlisted 5/03/42. Andrew received his “Wings” at Camp Borden, ON. 16/01/42. Arrived in England 16/01/1942 he was not reported in […]

Overseas from July 29th, 1943 until December 9th, 1945. The CDN 9/09/43(P) reported that he had safely arrived overseas with the 30th Reece CAC. Reported in the CDN 7/12/45(P) arriving from overseas. Discharged January 19th, 1946. Dennis passed away 27 August, 1993. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

Marentette, Norman

Norman enlisted in August of 1942, trained at Camp Pettawawa, ON. after which he went overseas in March of 1943. Besides his parents he was survived by his six brothers Leo, Raymond, Earl, Morris, Lenard and Elmer in service in BC. also four sisters Mrs. Norman York of Detroit, Monica, Mildred and Marion.

Martin Thomas Jesse “Martt”

Born to Thomas and Emily Harriet (nee Young) Martin in Coventry, England. His father Thomas was living in Wallaceburg where Thomas Jesse was a labourer when he enlisted. Attestion: 18/01/1915 at Chatham, ON. to 33rd Bn. 17/08/15 Thomas embarked the SS Hesperian at Montreal, PQ., part of battalions 2nd draft, arriving in Liverpool, England 28/08/15 […]

Born 9/09/1924 in Camden Twsp., the son of Hugh and Dolly McFadden, brother of Hazel (Somber), Betty (Camden), June (Harris), Bob (twin of Betty), Jim and Roy who also served in the Army originally of Tupperville, Ontario. Prior to his enlistment he ws employed in farm work. Hugh joined the merchant marine when he was too […]

The son of Wesley and Margaret McIntyre of Chatham, ON. Wesley had served in the Great War and was serving in the Provost Corp. He had returned after three years service in June of 1944. The brother of four sisters Mrs. Robert Bridges, Mrs. George Fiveash, both woman’s husband had been killed in action, Jean […]

Mears Alfred G./J.

D-Coy., Essex Scottish. The son of Mr. and Mrs. John Mears. John Mears and his two brothers Jack and Fred served in the Great War. Jack was killed Fred survived. Alf had a younger brother Ronald, also of the Essex Scottish, who transferred to the RCA., who was injured in an accident in Newfoundland and […]

Son of Mrs. Ellen Moore of Dresden, ON. Corporal Moore was with the Essex Scottish Unit at Dieppe Raid and was taken prisoner of war. He was interned in German P.O.W. Camp and was liberated in 1945. He re-enlisted for Korean War, and received special Korean Services Medal and the United Nations Medal. Reported […]

Born in Chatham in 1921 the youngest son of Mr. J. ‘Roy’ Orm and Annabell Moore of Mud Creek Club, Electric, Dover Twsp., Kent Co. later of Pine St., Chatham. Bill had a brother Bob who was stationed at Aylmer with the RCAF and an elder brother Tpr. Raymond Moore who was stationed in England. Bill enlisted […]

Moore, William Robert

The son of Ray and Mable Moore of 265 St. Clair Street, Chatham, ON. Prior to enlisting he was employed by the Chrysler Corporation. William enlisted in Windsor, ON. with the Essex Scottish during November of 1942. He trained at BTC. No. 12, Chatham and at Camp Ipperwash prior to going overseas. The CDN reported that […]

Trained with the Kents in Canada and later transferred to the Essex-Scottish Regiment and went overseas, for two years. Date of Discharge: January 3rd 1946

Mortier, Marshall Julien

Born in Chatham 1/05/1920. The son of Martin Franciscus and Alice Gabrielle (nee Pattyn) Mortier of, 3rd. Concession, Raleigh Twsp.,Jent Co., ON. the brother of Martha (Plumbridge), Archie, Albert and Marguerite (Van Praet). Married to Mona Addison (nee Barr) of Liverpool, England 21/09/46 at St. Joseph’s Church, Chatham. May have served in the Essex Scottish and RCE […]

Morton, Alfred Thomas

Son of Henry Edward and Elizabeth Morton, of London, Ontario. First enlisted in the Kent Regt. at Chatham, ON in 1940. He went to France with the Essex Scottish Regiment and was killed in action. Age: 24, Date of Death: 30/07/1944, in France.

Born in Chatham, ON. in 1922 the son of Albert Hamon Morton. The Next of Kin: Mr. and Mrs Albert Harmon Morton (Parents). Stanley arrived overseas in England CDN 25/09/42 (P). He served in France, Belgium, Holland and Germany. He was discharged from the Army in January, 1946. Stewart was reported returning to Canada aboard […]

Murphy, Patrick ‘Pat’

Born in Wallaceburg the son of the late Thomas and Mrs. Margaret Murphy (nee Thorpe) of 220 Oak St. and 465 King St., CDN 16/09/42, Wallaceburg, ON. Pat attended public school in Wallaceburg and was later employed at the Dominion Glass Co., working in the packing department. He was one of the first three from Wallaceburg to […]

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 […]

Nickels, Roy Wilfred

Roy Nickels trained at Chatham and Ipperwash. He went overseas in March 1943 with the Essex-Scottish and later transferred to the Highland Light Infantry and was with this unit he got his leg broken. After nine months in hospital, he returned to England and worked in the Stores. Date of Discharge: 1945

Pask, Fred

Enlisted 12/09/39 Served in the Army for six and a half years. Was a member of the transport section. At the close of the war he served with the Army of Occupation in Germany. Was wounded in the back in Germany April 1945. Date of Discharge: April 1946 LOOKING FOR INFORMATION.

Peltier, Arthur Henry

Son of Mr. George and Rose Peltier, of Jeannettes Creek, Ontario. Arthur who was born at Jeanette’s Creek. Arthur was educated at Jeanette’s Creek public School and managed the family farm before enlisting. Besides his mother he was survived by two brothers Leonard and Glen and two sisters Joan of Windsor and Joyce at home. […]

Lance Corporal was taken prisoner at Dieppe in August 1942 and confined to Stalag 2D where he worked with the Red Cross. He was promoted to Corporal. Date of Discharge: September 30, 1945

Born 20/01/1924, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Nathan Phipps of 126 Inshes Avenue, Chatham, ON. Charles had a brother William who was serving in the Canadian Navy and they happened to meet in England. Prior to enlistment he worked with the C.P.R. The husband of Jean Mary (nee Ross. The father of Charles Jr., […]

Previous Military Experience: Veteran of World War 1 Son of Sarah Pickering of 29 Patterson Ave., Chatham, ON. A single tinsmith living in Chatham. Attestation 22/11/1915 at St Thomas, ON. to 91st Bn.

Charles Piggott joined R.C.A.S.C. 4th Division Petrol Co’y. He transferred to Kent Regiment in 1941 until February 1943. Private Piggot went overseas as reinforcement to the Essex Scottish Regiment from April 1943 until June 1943 and as reinforcement to Hastings and Prince Edward Regiment June 1943 until September 1944. He retained permanent establishment until January 1945. He saw service […]

Son of Mr. and Mrs. Pete Prisner, Brother of Albert Joseph; from Chatham, ON. First enlisted in the 1st Kent Regt. Transferred to the Essex Scottish Regiment and served with them in England, France, Holland and Germany. Date of Discharge: October 5th, 1945 LOOKING FOR INFORMATION.

Rakus, Louis P.

The son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Rakus of R.R. #1 Blenheim, ON. The brother of P/O. Benjamin J. Rukus serving in the RCAF (AG) who was repatriated in August of 1945. CDN 22/11/45(P) Pte. Rakus was with the returning Essex Scottish to the ‘Border City’ (Winsor) which received a tumultuous welcome when their train arrive.LOOKING […]

Previous Military Experience: Served with the 1st Div. Signals, Chatham 1930-31. After enslistment Private Reeve trained in Halifax and was promoted to Lance Corporal in November 1942. He was transferred to the Windsor depot of the Regiment-Essex Scottish and was promoted to Sergeant. Remained in Windsor until discharge. Date of Discharge: November 1943

Riedl, Vendel

Born 20/10/1918 in Bakonykuti, Hungary. Vendel was 11 years old when he came to Canada. The son of Paul and Elizabet (nee Hulber) Riedl of Huron St. South, Wallaceburg, ON., brother of Paul (RCNVR). Married to Norma Kathleen (Brown/ Giffith) Riedl of 58 Minnie St. Wallaceburg, ON. Vendel was working at the Dominion Glass Co. prior to the war. He […]

The son of Sgt. and Mrs. Thomas A. (Essex Scottish) Rossell; brother of Murray also in the Essex Scottish. Arthur was formerly of Chatham, the family moved to Windsor. Private Arthur Rossell was sent overseas in July 1940 and was stationed in England. Arthur was attached to the Headquarters company of the Eseex Scottish that stormed the beach […]

The son of Thomas A. and Sarah Rossell formerly of Chatham residing in Windsor in March of 1945. The brother of Cpl. Arthur Rossell A21896. Murray was not yet eighteen years of age when he enlisted in 1943. He sailed for overseas in September 1944 and was in battle six weeks after leving Canada. Private […]

Went overseas July 1940 and returned to Canada August 1941. Served from then until discharge in Canada. Date of Discharge: April 1945

Royce, Earl Stevens

First enlisted with the Kent Regiment at Chatham, ON., transferred to Essex Scottish Regiment, R.C.I.C. Son of Augustus Scott Royce and Alberta Frances Royce; husband of Audrey S. Royce, of Hanover, Ontario. KIA., Age: 30, Date of Death: 21/07/1944.

After training at various camps across the Dominion he arrived overseas in March 1943, attached to the Essex Scottish Regiment. He went into action at the time of D-Day operations and fought in France, Belgium and Holland. Pte. living at 36 Kendall St., Chatham, ON. The KCFA 19/07/45 reported that the hospital ship Letitia had […]

Served in Chatham at #12 B.T.C. for two years before going overseas. Served as an NCO until 1943 when he was promoted to Lieutenant at Gordon Head B. C. Went overseas in 1944 and served as an instructor in England. Promoted to Captain. Date of Discharge: January 27th 1946

Sargent, Fred

Married and living at 30 Wade St., Chatham, ON. Reported in the CDN 17/03/44 that Lieut. Fred Sargent had arrived overseas, word received by Mrs. Sargent. He went overseas as a reinforcement officer. LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

Schamahorn, Jack O.

Born in 1921, the son of Mr. J. H. and Mrs. Beulah Schamahorn of 119 Lacroix St., Chatham, ON., brother of Donald George R187925. Jack enlisted in December 1941.

Scott, Thomas Frederick Alexander

Previous Military Experience: Served with the Kent Regiment (MG) Private Scott enlisted with the Kent Regiment and was discharged due to ill health in June 1941. Had operation to correct ailment and then enlisted with the Essex Scottish, but health was still not good with the result that he was again discharged on March 5th […]

Shafer, Francis ‘Frank’

The son of Fred and Ida Shafer of 82 Landsdown Ave., Chatham, ON. He attended public school at St. Joseph RC School and high school at Chatham Vocational School. After suffering an accidental broken leg during his training with Essex Scottish Reg. he was invalided home arriving in New York City in March of 1944. […]

The son of Mrs. M. E. Smith. Married to Gertrude (nee Hohner), she resided in Chatham. Previous Military Experience… None Enlisted in September of 1940 with the Essex Scottish. For some time he was on the staff at No. 12 BTC., Chatham, ON. as well he served on the staff at Listowel and Ipperwash Camp […]

The son of Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Smith of 197 Stanley Ave., Chatham, ON. A graduate of Chatham Vocational school. Previous Military Experience… None Ernie originally enlisted with the First Kents, A49822, in 1940, transferred to the Essex Scottish Regt and went overseas as with a draft of reinforcements. He was wounded in action during […]

The son of Mr. and Mrs. William Smith of Thamesville. N of K his wife Mrs. P. Smith of 31 Adelaide St. N., Chatham, ON. Percy was born in Hull, England and came to Canada when he was five. Hi s parents Mr. and Mrs. William Smith were residing in Thamesville. He had a sister living in Preston. […]

St.Denis, Jack

Born in 30 May,1922 the son of Gilbert ‘Jack’ and Georgina St.Denis of 123 Raleigh St., Chatham, ON., the brother of Beulah. Jack attended Central Public School and Chatham Vocational School for one year. As a young boy Jack had been hit in the eye by a small stick leaving his left eye with only […]

Stainton, Thomas

Thomas was the son of William and Mary Lizzie Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada; husband of Daisy D. Stainton of 12 Jeffery St., Chatham, ON., they had a daughter Jean who was three at the time of the Dieppe raid. When interviewed by the Chatham Daily News 19/09/42 she said: “ This case is not entirely hopeless. […]

Born in Dresden, ON. the son of Mr.and Mrs. Robert Steele of Camden Twsp., Kent Co. ON., he had three brothers and one sister. Enlisted with the Essex Scottish in 1942 and transferred to the “Loyal Eddies” serving in Italy and Switzerland. KIA – Date of Death: 23/05/1944, in Italy.

Born 31 August, 1915 at Bridgeburg, ON. The son of Mr. and Mrs. Ezra Christian Steele of 23 Stanley Ave., Chatham. On 25 July, 1940 Si joined the 1st Kent Regiment as a Lieutenant when the regiment mobilized. He trained at several locations with the regiment finally going overseas in September of 1942 as […]

Steers, James William

Of Chatham, ON. Born in Detroit, Michigan 1/06/1919 and living at 3415 Bagley St., Detroit. Enlisted with the Essex Scottish in Chatham, ON. in April, 1940. Trained at Camp Bordon. Went overseas with the Essex’s and while in England became quit good at boxing winning several prizes. He married Evelyn Maud was reported living at […]

Joined the Essex Scottish Regt. in 1940. Born in Chatham, ON in 1909. The son of Fred and Rose Stevens of 401 Queen St., Chatham, ON. He attended Queen Mary public and Chatham Vocational School vocational school in Chatham. Prior to his enlistment he was employed by James Cornhill and Sons Ltd., Contractors prior to […]

Tasker, William Douglas ‘Bud’

The son of George and Clara Tasker, of Merlin, Ontario. The brother of Georgina (Sinclair) and four other brothers, Pte. Leo who was stationed at Camp Ipperwash, Harold of Windsor, Jack and Max of Merlin. William Douglas attended the Merlin High School and was employed at the Canada Packer plant in Windsor prior to his enlistment. It was reported […]

Taylor, William Gordon

The eldest son of William and Margaret Taylor of 28 Violet St., Chatham, ON. the brother of Jack in the RCAF and Bessie, still at home. The husband of Jane Taylor, of Gateacre, Lancashire, England. Williams father was a veteran of the Great war, wounded in action. He was also the secretary of the 18th […]

Thurston, Charles

Born in France his parents were refugees from Belgium in WWI, he was about five years old when the family arrived in Canada. Son of Isadore and Augusta Thurston, of 155 Mercer St., Chatham, Ontario. He was educated at St. Joseph School and at the Chatham Vocational School. Prior to his enlistment he worked on […]

Towle, Ronald Kenrick

Regiment: Essex Scottish Regiment, R.C.I.C. Born 22/01/1918, in Wheatley, ON. The son of John and Nellie Towle of Wheatley, Kent Co., ON. The husband of Joyce of London, ON. He enlisted 22/06/1940 at Windsor, ON. to the Essex Scottish, age 24 years. KIA – Date of Death: 19/08/1942, at Dieppe, France. Casualty Type: Commonwealth War Dead, Grave/Memorial Reference: D. […]

Towle, Walter George

Walter was born in 1916 and passed away in 1970. He was from Wheatley and was brother of Ron Towle, KIA, Dieppe, and brother of Donald and Jack. In June, 1944 Pte. Walter Towle was wounded and suffered the loss of his left eye. Wheatley returned on leave. Reported in CDN 11/01/45.

The son of Mr. E. H. and Margaret A. Turner of 142 Van Allen Ave., Chatham. His father was a veteran of the Great War. Previous Military Experience… Trained with the 2nd Kent Regiment. History After Enlistment… enlisted with the 30th recce Regiment and went overseas in 1943 He later signed up as a reinforcement with the Essex Scottish […]

Vester, William Highfield

Son of William and Mary Frances Vester; husband of Dorothy Marguerite (nee Moore) Vester, of Chatham, Ontario. William made his home since he was five at the home of Mr. and Mrs. George Vester and his Uncle and Aunt at 173 Grand Avenue. CDN 23/03/45 Age: 33, KIA – Date of Death: 08/03/1945, in Germany […]

Previous Military Experience… Served with the Kent Regiment. History After Enlistment… Enlisted with the Kents and transferred to the Essex Scottish in September 1942 and went overseas. Served as a Batman in infantry, overseas, for three years. Date of Discharge… October 5th 1945

The Only son of Mr. and Mrs. James Wellington, 30 Hyslop St., Chatham. He was raised in Chatham, attending Queen Mary School. He was employed at the American Pad and Textile Company. He originally enlisted with the First Kent Regt. He trained in Halifax, New Westminster, BC. He went overseas in May of 1943, age […]

Served in Canada The CDN 19/05/43 reported that he was stationed in Windsor, ON. He was on a leave to see family in Dresden. Discharged August 21, 1945 Died December 28, 1968 LOOKING FOR FAMILY AND SERVICE INFORMATION – Contact GOH Website.

William, Earl Glasier

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 farm house. Their names from oldest to youngest: Ida , Clarence, Clifford, Gordon, Irene, Eva, Agnus, Raymond, […]

Next of kin reported as Mrs. I. H. Wood of 389 Lacroix St., Extension, Chatham, ON. Member of St. Andrews United Church in Chatham. John enlisted with the 2nd Bn., Kent Regt., Pte. A470252. Appears on the “Muster Roll” of the 2nd Bn., Kent Regiment (MG), N.P.A.N. (date unknown) as Pte. A470252. Previous Military Experience… Served with the Kent Regiment […]

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