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We Shall Remember,the Sacrifices of our Forebearers and the Burdens Borne by the Brave Men & WomenWho Now Serve us so Well.
REMEMBRANCE DAY IS NOVEMBER 11TH
Lawrence Ovide(Smitty) Allard
1916-1994. Born in Sardis, BC.Served 1939-45 Canadian Army.Descendant of Ovide Allard of
Hudsons Bay Co. Loved his “mapleleaf forever.” Was/is loved with much
affection by his niece Naydeen.
Juanita AlmazonUS Armed Forces
Edward Harry AngeWWII Vet.
Motorcycle Dispatcher. Killed in Action.
Oliver AngeWWII Veteran.
Canadian Army Infantry. John Anthony Antone Jr.US Marine Corps.
John Antone Sr.Served in the US State Maritime Service. He was wounded twice
while serving in the South Pacific. He was decorated with several
medals, including the Purple Heart.
Joseph AntoneUnited States Army Willie Kelly Antone
WW II Vet (Kelly Boys)
Steven Antone WrightAwarded the Military Medal for
Gallantry in Action. This medal was presented to him by Field
General Montgomery.
Rudy BakerWWII Veteran.
Canadian Army Private-K-7439
Cpl. Grant BelichWe're so thankful you're home safefrom serving in Afghanistan to driveus crazy again, we thank God
everyday! We couldn't be prouderand we all love you so much!
Love Your Girls and All Your Family
Capt. Michael W. BiehlPilot, C.A.F., 1987-1998
429 (T) Sqdn., CC-130 Hercules(World-Wide), Trenton, Ont., 1990-1995
NATO E3A AWAC's, Geilenkirchen,Germany, 1995-1998.
Air Canada DC-9 / Airbus 320,1998-present
a tribute to our
country’s heroes
To read more about Remembrance Day in Canada click here
A26 - North Shore News - Sunday, November 7, 2010
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This Remembrance Day we will honour the brave menand women who serve and have served our great nation.They have bestowed upon us the many freedoms that weenjoy each day.
Our Country’s Heroes REMEMBRANCE DAY IS NOVEMBER 11TH
Darick Dion CailingUS Armed Forces
Thomas ColeServed in France, Belgium & Holland.
Taken prisoner in ‘44, 10 miles from Ni-jmegan. Eventually delivered to Poland where he remained a POW until liber-ated by the Russian army. Received 4 medals and was discharged in 1945.
F/O Warren DonaldRCAF 1953 - 1963
Served with distinction asFighter pilot on CanadianSabre #1 Air Division.
Passed away August 12, 2010aged 74.
Buzz DownerWWII
Fred DownerWWII
Henry DownerWWII
John DownerWWII
Pte. Murray DrainServed in the Canadian ArmedForces during WWII with theSaskatoon Light Infantry.
He was stationed in Englandand Holland.
Squadron LeaderJohn Arthur Cook
Our Dad and Papa proudly served inthe RCAF (WWII) from 1941-1945.Personal pilot to Supreme AlliedCommander (SEAC) Lord LouisMountbatten 1944-1945.
Art passed away May 19, 1986at the age of 73.
Pascal CortezJoined the Canadian Army at
age 27 in 1942 and was discharged in 1945.
James DanielsWW I Vet.
Joined the Army when he was only 15 years old and was not honest
about his age.
Dominick ReginaldVolunteered at age 21 in 1941. He served with the Royal Canadian Army Service Corps in England,
France and Holland. Reginald was killed in the line of duty in
Holland in 1945.
The Davie TwinsEdith Morse 1916 - 2001
Margaret Cruickshank 1916 - 2007Mom served in the R.C.A.F. duringWWII with twin sister Margaret.Both gone, never forgotten.
Lest We Forget.
Ted CaldwellFlight Lieut.
Mr. Caldwell served in the Air Forcefor 5 years in India, Burmaand England during WW2.Veteran of Hollyburn House.
Jim CameronSergeant
Mr. Cameron served in the Air Forcefor 4 years, in Canada andEngland during WW2.
Veteran of Hollyburn House.
John CannonSecond Officer in theBritish Merchant Navy
Mr. Cannon served in the BritishMerchant Navy during WW2and post war, for 13 years.Veteran of Hollyburn House.
Daniel Ted CheerVolunteered at age 18 in 1943
with the Sea Forth Highlanders. He served in France, Germany, Italy and
Holland. He was killed in action in 1944.
Chuck BillyJoined the army at age 17 in 1943.He trained at Camp Borden, Ontarioas a Machine Gunner. Chuck was onEmbarkation leave when V.E. Day
was declared May 7, 1945.
Sunday, November 7, 2010 - North Shore News - A27
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We shall rememberWe shall remember the sacri ces andthe sacri ces and
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REMEMBRANCE DAY IS NOVEMBER 11TH Our Country’s Heroes
John Edwin DunnAugust 30, 1915 - October 31, 1976K-100206 (PTE) Canadian ArmyEmbarked U.K. July 31, 1944
Disembarked France August 6, 1944
Capt. Percy W. Faulkner,E.D.E.M.
Seaforth Highlanders, Irish Fusiliers.Trained with Devil's Brigade in U.S.A.(Special Service Force) to Kiska,
then Winnipeg Grenadiersto Britian.
Douglas H. FranklinCanadian Navy May 29, 1942 –
November 29, 1945.Douglas served at HMCS Dockyard
Esquimalt with the BombDisposal Unit and aboard the
frigate, HMCA Kokanee convoyingbetween NFLD and Ireland.
Isabelle Garcia PhillipsWWII Vet. Canadian Army
Domingo GonzalesWWII Vet. Canadian Army 1st
Harvey GonzalesJoined US Army at age 18 in 1940.
Served with the 101st Airborne Divi-sion in England, France, Italy and Bel-gium. Harvey started out as a Medic,
then retrained as a Paratrooper in England. He participated in the Battle
of the Bulge. Discharged in 1947.
Beverly GuerinWW II Vet.
Art HarperLieut., MID, RCNVRMr. Harper served in the Navyfor 3 years. He served in the
Atlantic during WW2.Veteran of Hollyburn House
Gerald GogginFirst Airborne Battalion
Royal Canadian Regiment (RCR)Start - Feb. 2, 1952End - Feb. 2, 1955
Harry Pascoe Duplissie1885 -1917
I wonder how men could be sodedicated to leave five childrenbehind to fight for their country.
Love Norm Duplissie.
Able SeamanRonald G. EnnisJoined the Navy (RCNVR)
Stationed on Newcastle Is. Servedon HMCS Moolock; HMCS Mattane(K444) Training for the Pacific.Ron is a North Shore resident.
Benjamin FaulknerWorld War IB.C Regiment
(Duke of Connaught's Own)
John Weston, Member of ParliamentWest Vancouver - Sunshine Coast - Sea to Sky CountryWest Vancouver Constituency Office#21-285 17th StreetWest Vancouver, BC V7V 3S6Ph: 604-981-1790
Ottawa OfficeRoom 424, Confederation BuildingOttawa, Ontario K1A 0A6Ph: 613 947 4617Weston.j@parl.gc.cawww johnweston ca
Sunday, November 7, 2010 - North Shore News - A29A28 - North Shore News - Sunday, November 7, 2010
Celebrating 14 years on the North Shore
604-980-99931660 Pemberton Ave., N. Van
Marine Drive & Pemberton (behind the Shell station)
Happy Canada Day!Remembering thoseRemembering thosewho sacrificed so much.who sacrifi ced so much.
We would like to thank all the contributors to the Poppy Campaign and thank the volunteers for all their hard work.
Lynn Valley Branch 1141630 Lynn Valley Road, North Vancouver
North Vancouver Branch 118123 W. 15th Street, North Vancouver
West Vancouver Branch 60580 - 18th Street, West Vancouver
The Royal Canadian Legion - We welcome new members.
We welcome all veterans and the public to either of our ceremonies at:MEMORIAL ARCH Marine Drive at 20th Street, West Vancouver at 10:40 am ThursdayVICTORIA PARK Keith at Lonsdale Avenue, North Vancouver at 10:30 am Thursday
Where good things come together.
Remember Together
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We remember.
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Remembering thosewho served our country
NORTH VANCOUVER Remembrance Day Parade and Service November 11 | 11 am
Victoria Park Cenotaph
- Keith at Lonsdale Ave.
2nd largest in Canada. Please gather at 10:30am. Following the service a parade will march off north on Lonsdale Avenue. Info: 604-313-7847.
Remembrance Day Maritime Memorial Service:November 11 | 10:30 am
Cates Park
The public is invited to join the Burrard Yacht Club in a service. For more information www.burrardyachtclub.com
Our Country’s Heroes REMEMBRANCE DAY • NOVEMBER 11, 2010 REMEMBRANCE DAY • NOVEMBER 11, 2010 Our Country’s Heroes
Remembrance Day Events on the North Shore
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WEST VANCOUVERRemembrance DayParade and Service November 11 | 10:50 am – noon
Memorial Arch
- Marine Drive at 20th
This service is in honour of Veterans and those currently serving in the Canadian Armed Forces. This is an annual event. All members of the public welcome. Parade leaves 18th Street and Marine Dr. at 10:50am. Service at the Memorial Arch 11am. Please gather at 10:30am.For more information www.westvancouver.ca
Reuben HuvaPilot Officer
Mr. Huva served in the Air Forcefor 3 years. He served inCanada during WW2.
Veteran of Hollyburn House.
Jim Ingram1921 - 2010
Officer in the Royal Canadian NavyWWII.
Larry JackVolunteered in ’39, age 29. Served with the Westminster Regiment in England, France, Belgium, Holland,
Germany, North Africa & Italy. Received 6 medals. Served with the 5th Canadian Division, under the 8th
British Army.
W.S. JacksonLieut. Colonel CD (Ret'D)Mr. Jackson served in the Army, inCanada, England, and Europe duringWW2 for 6 years. Then served inthe Army Reserve for 14 years.Veteran of Hollyburn House.
Edward “Jock” JamesJoined the Canadian Army at age
18 in 1944. He took basic training in Saskatchewan, then switched
over to the Medical Corps. Jock was discharged in 1946.Remembrance Day Breakfast
Thursday, Nov 11 from 7 am - 12 pmat Eagles Hall, 170 West 3rd St., North Vancouver. Includes: muffi ns, eggs, ham, sausages,hash browns, toast, juice, coffee, tea.$7.00. Proceeds to charity.www.eaglesnorthvancouver.com
Honour Book LaunchA book that honours and celebrates Canada’s heroes will be launched, Wednesday,Nov. 17, 2 – 4 pm at Churchhill House,150 West 29th St., North Vancouver. Honour, commemorates Canada’s Second World War veterans. The book will be available for purchase and proceeds will be donated to Canadian Veteran organizations. Info: 604-904-1199.
Noble PeaceChor Leoni Men’s Choir will perform Thursday, Nov. 11 at 1 pm at West Vancouver United Church, 2062 Esquimalt Ave., West Vancouver. Admission: $30/$25. Veterans are admitted free.RSVP: 604-263-7061.
John Weston, Member of ParliamentWest Vancouver - Sunshine Coast - Sea to Sky CountryWest Vancouver Constituency Office#21-285 17th StreetWest Vancouver, BC V7V 3S6Ph: 604-981-1790
Ottawa OfficeRoom 424, Confederation BuildingOttawa, Ontario K1A 0A6Ph: 613 947 4617Weston.j@parl.gc.cawww johnweston ca
Sunday, November 7, 2010 - North Shore News - A29A28 - North Shore News - Sunday, November 7, 2010
Celebrating 14 years on the North Shore
604-980-99931660 Pemberton Ave., N. Van
Marine Drive & Pemberton (behind the Shell station)
Happy Canada Day!Remembering thoseRemembering thosewho sacrificed so much.who sacrifi ced so much.
We would like to thank all the contributors to the Poppy Campaign and thank the volunteers for all their hard work.
Lynn Valley Branch 1141630 Lynn Valley Road, North Vancouver
North Vancouver Branch 118123 W. 15th Street, North Vancouver
West Vancouver Branch 60580 - 18th Street, West Vancouver
The Royal Canadian Legion - We welcome new members.
We welcome all veterans and the public to either of our ceremonies at:MEMORIAL ARCH Marine Drive at 20th Street, West Vancouver at 10:40 am ThursdayVICTORIA PARK Keith at Lonsdale Avenue, North Vancouver at 10:30 am Thursday
Where good things come together.
Remember Together
Part of Pacific Arbour Retirement Communities
135 West 15th Street (off Lonsdale)North Vancouver | 604.980.6525www.the summerhill.ca
We remember.
604-988-26121550 Philip Avenue,North Vancouverwww.tomahawkrestaurant.com
Remembering thosewho served our country
NORTH VANCOUVER Remembrance Day Parade and Service November 11 | 11 am
Victoria Park Cenotaph
- Keith at Lonsdale Ave.
2nd largest in Canada. Please gather at 10:30am. Following the service a parade will march off north on Lonsdale Avenue. Info: 604-313-7847.
Remembrance Day Maritime Memorial Service:November 11 | 10:30 am
Cates Park
The public is invited to join the Burrard Yacht Club in a service. For more information www.burrardyachtclub.com
Our Country’s Heroes REMEMBRANCE DAY • NOVEMBER 11, 2010 REMEMBRANCE DAY • NOVEMBER 11, 2010 Our Country’s Heroes
Remembrance Day Events on the North Shore
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WEST VANCOUVERRemembrance DayParade and Service November 11 | 10:50 am – noon
Memorial Arch
- Marine Drive at 20th
This service is in honour of Veterans and those currently serving in the Canadian Armed Forces. This is an annual event. All members of the public welcome. Parade leaves 18th Street and Marine Dr. at 10:50am. Service at the Memorial Arch 11am. Please gather at 10:30am.For more information www.westvancouver.ca
Reuben HuvaPilot Officer
Mr. Huva served in the Air Forcefor 3 years. He served inCanada during WW2.
Veteran of Hollyburn House.
Jim Ingram1921 - 2010
Officer in the Royal Canadian NavyWWII.
Larry JackVolunteered in ’39, age 29. Served with the Westminster Regiment in England, France, Belgium, Holland,
Germany, North Africa & Italy. Received 6 medals. Served with the 5th Canadian Division, under the 8th
British Army.
W.S. JacksonLieut. Colonel CD (Ret'D)Mr. Jackson served in the Army, inCanada, England, and Europe duringWW2 for 6 years. Then served inthe Army Reserve for 14 years.Veteran of Hollyburn House.
Edward “Jock” JamesJoined the Canadian Army at age
18 in 1944. He took basic training in Saskatchewan, then switched
over to the Medical Corps. Jock was discharged in 1946.Remembrance Day Breakfast
Thursday, Nov 11 from 7 am - 12 pmat Eagles Hall, 170 West 3rd St., North Vancouver. Includes: muffi ns, eggs, ham, sausages,hash browns, toast, juice, coffee, tea.$7.00. Proceeds to charity.www.eaglesnorthvancouver.com
Honour Book LaunchA book that honours and celebrates Canada’s heroes will be launched, Wednesday,Nov. 17, 2 – 4 pm at Churchhill House,150 West 29th St., North Vancouver. Honour, commemorates Canada’s Second World War veterans. The book will be available for purchase and proceeds will be donated to Canadian Veteran organizations. Info: 604-904-1199.
Noble PeaceChor Leoni Men’s Choir will perform Thursday, Nov. 11 at 1 pm at West Vancouver United Church, 2062 Esquimalt Ave., West Vancouver. Admission: $30/$25. Veterans are admitted free.RSVP: 604-263-7061.
A30 - North Shore News - Sunday, November 7, 2010
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We honour the men and women who areserving our country now and all theveterans who served in the past.
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We shall remember the sacrifi ces and risks of all who stood fast and defended our country.
“Lest We Forget”November 11, 2010
Phone: 604.981.0045joan.mcintyre.mla@leg.bc.cawww.joanmcintyremla.bc.ca
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Our Country’s Heroes REMEMBRANCE DAY IS NOVEMBER 11TH
Norman LewisWW II Vet.
Joined in April 1945 at 24 years of age.
Sammy LewisServed in France, Germany, Italy and
Holland. He was active in the “D” Day Invasion and was awarded 5
medals. Wounded in ’44. Pretended to be dead while Nazi’s ripped off
his “Dog” tags and went through his pockets. Crawled back to Allied lines,
his only ID was his Cdn. uniform.
Henry Ferguson LopezUS Army.
Stationed in West Berlin
Anchil “Ducky” MackVolunteered at age 40 on
Dec. 6, 1941. He was trained in small arms and demolitions, but
served with the Canadian Forestry Corps in Glasgow. The C.F.C.
produced railway ties.
Flying OfficerKen McClellandServed with the R.C.A.F.
On loan to R.A.F., 45 GroupFerry Command during WWII.
Currently flying onMS Flight Simulator.
Joan Millerd(nee: Raymond)
Lieut. Canadian Red Cross Corp.Mrs. Millerd served in Canadaand England during WW2.Veteran of Hollyburn House.
Milton MirandaVolunteered at age 18 in 1941. He
served with the Sea Forth Highland-ers in Italy and France. Milton drove a supply truck in the convoys and was also an ambulance driver. He
was wounded when his truck went over a land mine.
Donald MoodyVolunteered in ’42 age 22 with the Algonquin Regiment in England,
Belgium, France and Germany. Was stretcher bearer in Medical Corps
when wounded & his buddies killed. Later recalled a dream his friends were calling him to go with them.
Jimmy E. JohnstonJoined the Canadian Army at age 21 in Nov. 1944. Trained with the #11
Platoon, C Coy Petawawa Regiment. He was in transit on the Atlantic
Ocean when the war was declared over.
Nadine JosephAfter leaving St. Paul’s Residential School she volunteered at age 18
in 1941 to serve with the Canadian Women’s Corps. She trained in
Vermillion, Alberta. She was stationed in Victoria until 1945.
Jack KellyWW II Vet (Kelly Boys)
CPL. J.E. (Joey) Kohinski2PPCLI
A fine soldier, son, husbandand father
- an inspiration to us all.Bravely served in Afghanistan
Feb. to Sept. 2008We love you. Dad & Tracy.
Sunday, November 7, 2010 - North Shore News - A31
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Remembering those who haveserved and those who continue
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REMEMBRANCE DAY IS NOVEMBER 11TH Our Country’s Heroes
Joseph MoodyVolunteered at age 27 in 1941.
He served in Canada, The United Kingdom and Europe. He was
discharged in Vancouver in 1946.
Hazel MortonWREN-Tel-So
Mrs. Morton served in the Navy for2.5 years in Canada during WW2.
Veteran of Hollyburn House
Thomas Nahanee AlmojuelaNow serving with the US Embassy in Monte Visio, Uruguay. A ’66 grad of
the US Military Academy. Senior Army Aviator is 22 year veteran. Awarded the Silver Star, Distinguished Flying
Cross, Bronze Star and other citations.
Edward NahaneePVT. 1st Class, 334th Infantry.
Volunteered ’42 at 20, served with the American 9th Army in Europe. Received Bronze Star in ’44, Silver
Star and the Purple Heart. Fought in Battle of the Bulge, killed in action in
Holland, February 28, 1945.
Peter Nahanee GarciaWWII Vet. Canadian Army
David Nahanee WightServed with the United Nationes peacekeeping forces in Cyprus.
Andrew NatrallAndy volunteered at age 18 in 1917. He trained as a sniper/gunner and
his accuracy was 90 percent.
Albert NewmanWWI Vet
George NewmanVolunteered at age 17 in 1914. He became a Machine Gunner. Served in France & Germany for four years.
James P. NahaneeServed in England, France, Belgium
& Holland. Medals awarded: Cdn Voluntary Service Medal, Civil-
ian Medal, Cdn Centennial Medal (’67), Outstanding Service Medal in
organisation work among the Native Indian Communities in BC.
Robert NahaneeEnlisted at 17. Assigned to Germany with NATO Forces. Transferred in ’67 to Edmonton, then to Cyprus in ’68 for 6 months. Stationed in Calgary
from ’68-’74. Back to Cyprus in ’71. Trained on navy ships. Disharged in
’74. Received the Cyprus Medal.
Charles NewmanWWI Vet. 37th Battalion C.E.F.
April 3rd, 1929.
Carole NewmanJoined Canadian Navy in January ’57.
Basic training, CFB Cornwallis NS, then Esquimalt for medical training for nursing. Worked at military hosp. in Esquimalt, then transferred to HMS
Stadacona military hosp., Halifax. Served in the military for 2 years.
Robert PaullJoined the US Army in 1987.
Undertook basic training at FortKnox, Texas. Served in Scheinsurt,
Germany and Fort Hood, Texas, SaudiArabia (six months during DesertStorm). Discharged in 1991.
Lawrie PaxtonFlying Officer
Mr. Paxton served in theAir Force for 2.5 yearsin Canada during WW2.
Veteran of Hollyburn House.
Gwen PearsonATS
Mrs. Pearson served in the Armybefore and during WW2 in England.
Veteran of Hollyburn House.
Flight Sgt. Fred Rannard Sr.Enlisted in Lethbridge AB.Flew with the RCAF during
World War II, over the Pacific,as a wireless air gunner.
Still residing in North Vancouverat age 87.
Alfred H. Richardson1915-2003
Royal Canadian Air ForceAircraft Engine Mechanic
1939 - 1945Lovingly Remembered
Dearly MissedTill We Meet Again
A32 - North Shore News - Sunday, November 7, 2010
BURRARD YACHT CLUB Remembrance Day
Maritime Memorial ServiceThe public is invited to join
members of Burrard Yacht Club in a Remembrance Day
Maritime Ceremony on the water at Cates Park,
November 11 at 10:30AM.
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Our Country’s Heroes REMEMBRANCE DAY IS NOVEMBER 11TH
Peter RiversVolunteered at age 33 in 1943 with the Royal Canadian Air Force. He
arrived in Liverpool on Jan. 17, 1945, on the SS Mauritania. In the early
morning hours he heard the bombing of V-2 rockets in the distance. Peter served in England for 20 months.
Margaret Robins(nee: Edwards)
CorporalMrs. Robins served in the Air Forcefor 2.5 years. She served inCanada during WW2.
Veteran of Hollyburn House.
Dean RowndFrigate H.M.C.S. St. John
Sister ship to H.M.C.S. SwanseaBased in Londonderry, Ireland.
William RylandPetty Officer, British Royal Navy, WWII
Member of Lynn Valley Legion.Loving family, daughter Maragretand Gerry Farrell. Three grand, six
great-grandchildren.Pre-deceased by dear wife Sarah,
after 64 years of marriage.
CPL Wallace E. SmithServed in the R.C.A.F. during WWII.He went overseas at the age of 19
in March 1943 and returnedin September 1945.
Wallace passed away Aug.28, 2010.
Patrick SparksmanFlying Officer
Born Nov.1/1921 in New Zealand.Trained Montreal - Ontario. Servedin Malta, Tobruk, Sicily, Middle East,1940-45. Passed away June, 2002.
Love, Theda.
Dorothy StewartLieut., JG
Mrs. Stewart served in the Navyfor 2 years. She served in
California during the Korean War.Veteran of Hollyburn House.
Fred StokesMember of the 1st Canadian Para-chute Battalion - Airborne Division.Pictured here in Dauphin, Manitobaon April 22, 1944 delivering the
VI Victory Loan Shield.
William R. “Sam” ThomasServed with Sherbrooke Fusiliers, 27th Ar-mored Div. in France, Holland & Germany. Received the Croix de Guerre w/ Crimson
Star in ’47. “For exceptional service rendered during the war for the liberation
of France.” The medal was the highest military award for Gallantry in Action.
Tommy ThompsonBrigadier General
Mr. Thompson served in theAir Force for 32 years. He served inthe Pacific, Atlantic, and Europe
during WW2.Veteran of Hollyburn House.
Pat WillardJoined the US Marine Corp in 1989.
Willard did his basic training at Camp Pendleton, Ca. He served at
29 Palms, Ca. In 1991 he served 88 days in the 1st Gulf War and was
discharged in March of 1993.
Doug WilkinsonFlying Office, DFC, MID
Mr. Wilkinson started in the Armyand went on to served in the BritishAir Force for 6 years. He served inEngland & Europe during WW2.Veteran of Hollyburn House.
Captain Brian SewardServed Royal Navy WWII
28 years Canadian EngineersLegion Member 51 years.
Proud Canadian awarded Orderof Military Merit Veteran's Affairs
Commendation Medal
Fred Smalley-JohnstoneBoer War
1st Royal Sussex Regiment
James ThomasEnlisted with US Marine Corps in
1986. Stationed in Camp Lejeune N. Carolina, 6th Marines, 2nd Marine
Div. where he was a TOW Gunner. 3 months in Panama. Medals – Good Conduct & Rifle Expert. Honourable
discharge in September 1990.
Lorne ThomasWWII Vet. Canadian Army
Thomas WilliamsVolunteered in ’42, at 20 w/ the Royal
Highland Regiment of Canada in England, France, Holland and Italy.
Wounded carrying a message across front lines. Slept for 3 days, awoke with scars on hip where doctors re-moved shrapnel. Received 7 medals.
Walter WilliamsCanadian Army
‘Died in Action’
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