Afghanistan Veteran.
Chris is 25 years old, Windsor born and raised in the Riverside area, attended Herman High School with his dream of joining the Military and did so in March of 2007. He was posted to the First Batallion, Royal Canadian Regiment in the infantry, based out of Petawawa. He was deployed to Afghanistan for his first tour May 13- 2010 to December 23 - 2010, where he served as Lav gunner.
Chris is currently serving with the Royal Canadian Regiment, First Batallion and resides in Chalk River, Ontario.
Chris is 25 years old, Windsor born and raised in the Riverside area, attended Herman High School with his dream of joining the Military and did so in March of 2007. He was posted to the First Batallion, Royal Canadian Regiment in the infantry, based out of Petawawa. He was deployed to Afghanistan for his first tour May 13- 2010 to December 23 - 2010, where he served as Lav gunner.
Chris is currently serving with the Royal Canadian Regiment, First Batallion and resides in Chalk River, Ontario.
MANLY MORLEY THOMPSON Joined CND Army in Ottawa in 1956.
Shipped to Calgary for 18 weeks. Basic training after he graduated, was posted the 2nd BN Queen Own Riffles in Victoria BC. In 1957 did infantry training until Oct.1957.
In Oct./57 we were sent to Germany for a 2 year tour of duty which turned into 3 years. He did signal training, weapon, driving, mortar, and Leadership training..Came home in 1960 posted to Calgary, between 1960-1966 did qualification course’s in Small Arm, advance mortar, machine gun, antitank, and senior NCO all at Camp Borden ON.
Shipped to Calgary for 18 weeks. Basic training after he graduated, was posted the 2nd BN Queen Own Riffles in Victoria BC. In 1957 did infantry training until Oct.1957.
In Oct./57 we were sent to Germany for a 2 year tour of duty which turned into 3 years. He did signal training, weapon, driving, mortar, and Leadership training..Came home in 1960 posted to Calgary, between 1960-1966 did qualification course’s in Small Arm, advance mortar, machine gun, antitank, and senior NCO all at Camp Borden ON.
Was released in 1966 as Sergeant. Moved back to London ON. Took an apprentice course in Plumbing for 3 year given 2 year for his Army time. Moved to Windsor in 1969 for work in this city. Joined the Essex Kent Regiment as a Staff Sergeant worked his way up to become the RSM of the unit (CWD), stayed in this position until his first
retirement two years later took the position of a RSM of the 21 service Br for 2 year
Moe has been a member of Branch 255 for 14 years, served as 3rd, 2nd, vice president,,
Committees –House, Honour and Awards, Poppy Chairman, and Parade Marshall.
retirement two years later took the position of a RSM of the 21 service Br for 2 year
Moe has been a member of Branch 255 for 14 years, served as 3rd, 2nd, vice president,,
Committees –House, Honour and Awards, Poppy Chairman, and Parade Marshall.
MANLY THOMPSON, NORTHBROOK EARNS CORPORAL’S STRIPES. ►
SOEST GERMANY, These Ontario soldiers serving with the 4th Canadian Infantry Brigade Group graduated from the Junior Non-Commissioned officers School. After eight weeks of intensive training, they are now qualified to hold the rank of Corporal.
Member of the Queen’s Own Rifles of Canada, Rifleman Manly Thompson, of Northbrook (left) train with the “Heller” anti-tank weapon.
SOEST GERMANY, These Ontario soldiers serving with the 4th Canadian Infantry Brigade Group graduated from the Junior Non-Commissioned officers School. After eight weeks of intensive training, they are now qualified to hold the rank of Corporal.
Member of the Queen’s Own Rifles of Canada, Rifleman Manly Thompson, of Northbrook (left) train with the “Heller” anti-tank weapon.
BRANCH 255 OLDEST LIVING MEMBER 2011
Steve was born March 3rd, 1916 in Hamilton Ontario.
He joined the Navy on June 7,1943.
He was dreafted to the Escort Aircraft Carrier HMS Puncher which transported planes to Casablanca Africa, Glasgow Scotland, and Liver Liverpool England.
When the home fleet went operational in Scapa Flow Steve made four trips along the Norwegian Coast.
After the war the HMS Puncher carried troops back to Canada.
Steve was discarded November 6,1945 Windsor, Ontario.
In 1960 Steve married his late wife Joan, has four
children, 8 grandchildren,and 2 great grandchildren.
Steve retired from Bendix Eclispe after 42 years of
service.
Steve was born March 3rd, 1916 in Hamilton Ontario.
He joined the Navy on June 7,1943.
He was dreafted to the Escort Aircraft Carrier HMS Puncher which transported planes to Casablanca Africa, Glasgow Scotland, and Liver Liverpool England.
When the home fleet went operational in Scapa Flow Steve made four trips along the Norwegian Coast.
After the war the HMS Puncher carried troops back to Canada.
Steve was discarded November 6,1945 Windsor, Ontario.
In 1960 Steve married his late wife Joan, has four
children, 8 grandchildren,and 2 great grandchildren.
Steve retired from Bendix Eclispe after 42 years of
service.
◄ Al Perry England 1945 after he cpmpleted34 trips over enemy territory. ▲Al Perry (front row, far left) with his Halifax Crew
WWII Veteran flying with the Canadian Air Force Bomber Command.Join the Air Force March 7th,1941. Graduated Malton in Toronto with Air Bombers Wing. Received his commission two weeks leave, and was shipped over seas to England.
got to a place called Kinloss way up in the Northern part of Scotland, where they were crewed up.
WWII Veteran flying with the Canadian Air Force Bomber Command.Join the Air Force March 7th,1941. Graduated Malton in Toronto with Air Bombers Wing. Received his commission two weeks leave, and was shipped over seas to England.
got to a place called Kinloss way up in the Northern part of Scotland, where they were crewed up.
Taken from RCL Br 255 monthly Bulletin as of October 2011...Thank you to all Veterans who participated with this project.
Donald Doan January 20th, 1927 in Sombra Ontario, but grew up in Chatham, Ontario with his seven older brothers and sisters.
Before he enlisted with the Canadian Forces, Donald was a laborer with INCO. Wanting to be like his big brother Mr.Doan enlisted with the Princess Patricia's Canadian Infantry on January 20th,1943.
Before he enlisted with the Canadian Forces, Donald was a laborer with INCO. Wanting to be like his big brother Mr.Doan enlisted with the Princess Patricia's Canadian Infantry on January 20th,1943.
Lewis George Bevan born January 16th, 1924 - married September 20th, 1947.
Lived most of his life on Ford Blvd, bought his house on Ford Blvd in 1950, married to Madeleine and together they raised 4 children - 5 grandchildren, and 4 great grandchildren. Worked at Chrysler Corporation for 371/2 years before retiring.
Joined Canadian Army February 25th, 1943 - Discharged March 6th, 1946.
Served over seas in WWII for the Governor General Horse Guard, in France, Germany, Italy, Great Britain, and Central Mediterranean Area.
Joined RCL Legion Br 255 in 1960 as well as the Legion Color Guard in 1960, Lewis served as 1st vice, 2nd vice President, Executive Committee, Bar Chairman, Entertainment Chairman, and Sgt. at Arms, after spending 15 years as Cub Master of the Cubtroop 44th Seeonee of the United Church.
Lewis also found time to play fastball as a pitcher for various teams including Chryslers and Br 255, also was chosen as a citizen of the Week.
Lived most of his life on Ford Blvd, bought his house on Ford Blvd in 1950, married to Madeleine and together they raised 4 children - 5 grandchildren, and 4 great grandchildren. Worked at Chrysler Corporation for 371/2 years before retiring.
Joined Canadian Army February 25th, 1943 - Discharged March 6th, 1946.
Served over seas in WWII for the Governor General Horse Guard, in France, Germany, Italy, Great Britain, and Central Mediterranean Area.
Joined RCL Legion Br 255 in 1960 as well as the Legion Color Guard in 1960, Lewis served as 1st vice, 2nd vice President, Executive Committee, Bar Chairman, Entertainment Chairman, and Sgt. at Arms, after spending 15 years as Cub Master of the Cubtroop 44th Seeonee of the United Church.
Lewis also found time to play fastball as a pitcher for various teams including Chryslers and Br 255, also was chosen as a citizen of the Week.
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Seven years later he headed over seas to serve in the
Korean War
Don arrived in Korea on December 18th,1950 where he
served as an anti-tank gunner.
Don Doan hands out souvenirs to school children ►
Korean War
Don arrived in Korea on December 18th,1950 where he
served as an anti-tank gunner.
Don Doan hands out souvenirs to school children ►
Dorothy joined the Navy in 1943 as a wren. Left Montreal on October 4,1943 her 16th birthday, and went to Gault, Ontario for basic training.
On arrival Dot received a telegram informing her that her younger brother
had died and she was to go home.
Then returned after the funeral to Gault
for basic training. Then left Gault for Cornwallis and was Ships Company (she stayed there) Worked in laundry for Hospital Ships.
On arrival Dot received a telegram informing her that her younger brother
had died and she was to go home.
Then returned after the funeral to Gault
for basic training. Then left Gault for Cornwallis and was Ships Company (she stayed there) Worked in laundry for Hospital Ships.
Married in Cornwallis. In September left Cornwallis, discharged in 1945 in Windsor. HMCS Hunter.
Was married to her Navy sweetheart till the day he died 57 years later. Had 8 children, and worked hard raising them.
Now spends her time enjoying all the extras life has to offer and coming to branch 255 for senior dinners, St.Patrick’s day, and especially playing cards three times a week.
Was married to her Navy sweetheart till the day he died 57 years later. Had 8 children, and worked hard raising them.
Now spends her time enjoying all the extras life has to offer and coming to branch 255 for senior dinners, St.Patrick’s day, and especially playing cards three times a week.
Robert Munro is the oldest son, 3rd child of 6 siblings of Hubert and Ruby Monro of Remington Park.
As a young man of 19 Bob joined the American Army in 1947 and was stationed overseas in Japan. Though he held several
Positions in his 3 year tinier, Bob loved being a lifeguard most of all.
After his tour, Bob returned home to discover his love of motorcycles as any young man tasting a new found freedom would.
As a young man of 19 Bob joined the American Army in 1947 and was stationed overseas in Japan. Though he held several
Positions in his 3 year tinier, Bob loved being a lifeguard most of all.
After his tour, Bob returned home to discover his love of motorcycles as any young man tasting a new found freedom would.
In the following years, Bob was blessed with 3 children who were taken from him to early in life..
Bob’s career at the New York Central railroad spanned 36 years. His love of trains was by far his greatest passion.
Bob, met and married his true love Annie, and celebrated 37 years until her death.
Bob is and has been an honored and recognized member of the Canadian Legion #255 for 42 years, and currently enjoys reminiscing with old friends on a daily basis.
Our hearts are proud, knowing Bob is giving and loving person to everyone he meets.
With tears in our eyes, sister Linda and best friend Dorothy are truly of him for all his accomplishments in life and at his Legion.
Bob’s career at the New York Central railroad spanned 36 years. His love of trains was by far his greatest passion.
Bob, met and married his true love Annie, and celebrated 37 years until her death.
Bob is and has been an honored and recognized member of the Canadian Legion #255 for 42 years, and currently enjoys reminiscing with old friends on a daily basis.
Our hearts are proud, knowing Bob is giving and loving person to everyone he meets.
With tears in our eyes, sister Linda and best friend Dorothy are truly of him for all his accomplishments in life and at his Legion.