Special Features - Courage Remembered 2016

Thursday, November 10th. 2016

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Thursday, November 10th. 2016

HONOUR VETERANS ON REMEMBRANCE DAY SPECIAL TO THE ADVOCATE

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n the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month in 1918, World War I fighting ceased. The war, which had raged on throughout Europe for a little more than four years, claimed the lives of more than nine million combatants and seven million civilians. The Allies squared off against the Central Powers of Germany and Austria-Hungary, and the conflict involved nations from all over the world.

World War II was even more devastating.

Ultimately, 100,000 Canadian soldiers lost their lives in these two wars combined. It is in their honour — and in the name of all the servicemen and women who continue to risk their lives in service of their country — that Remembrance Day was established.

Remembrance Day, sometimes referred to as Armistice Day or Poppy Day, is celebrated each year on November 11. It is a federal statutory holiday in much of Canada. During the holiday, people pause for two minutes at 11 a.m. to remember the many Canadian soldiers who lost their lives. Many people also wear red poppies, a flower that has become synonymous with the holiday.

In addition to the moments of silence and the wearing of poppies, individuals can commemorate Remembrance Day in the following ways.

• Treat a veteran. Take a soldier out for a meal or pay the restaurant bill anonymously.

If a family member or friend is presently in the military or retired from the service, learn his or her interests and plan a special, stressfree day.

Share a servicemember’s story. Speak with a service person who served in World War II about his or her military service, and chronicle this person’s story into a living history.

Encourage children to take part in learning about this person’s history and experiences.

Volunteer at a veteran’s association. Find a department of veteran’s affairs and see what you can do to assist veterans. If you have specialized skills, offer your services free of charge to former soldiers.

Show your patriotism. Be proud of your heritage and the rich history of the country.

Fly the flag, participate in the voting process and teach children about the country’s founding principles and how much the nation has evolved. Read up on current events and take an interest in domestic and foreign affairs.

Establish your own traditions. Create your own way to celebrate Remembrance Day. This may include a day of contemplation, spending time with family, visiting historical sites, or watching documentaries on the life-changing wars that transformed the world.

Remembrance Day is a time to honour the patriotism of selfless soldiers who sacrificed their lives to make Canada — and the world — a safer place.

At the 11th hour, On the 11th day, of the 11th month, We Will Remember Them!

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49 Avenue and Ross Street Start: 10:30 a.m.

The Remembrance Day Ceremony, regularly held at the downtown arena, will be relocated to CrossRoads Church due to arena construction.

Transit: Veterans’ Park is a short walk from Sorensen Station.

Action Bus: Anyone wanting to book a trip to Veterans’ Park can book up until November 9.

Car: Parking options downtown include lots, on-street and the downtown parkade.

Transit: FREE transit from Sorensen Station every 15 minutes from 9 a.m. with the last bus leaving from Sorensen Station at 10:15 a.m. The bus will pickup at the Red Deer Arena en route to CrossRoads.

Action Bus: Anyone wanting to book a trip to CrossRoads can book up until November 9.

Car: Parking is available at CrossRoads.

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MWO JIM SHEA

SERGEANT G. HAROLD DAWE

Master Warrant Officer Jim Shea participated in several peacekeeping missions including the Golan Heights from February 1977 to February 1978, Cyprus from April 1986 to October 1986, Bosnia from December 1997 to May 1998, May 1999 to December 1999, April 2000 to May 2000 and March 2004 to September 2004. In his tours of duty, he served from Alert to the Middle East. He served in a support role and provided freedom of movement.

1910-1999 Served with the Royal Canadian Air Force 1942-1945

WENDLIN JACOB GRAMLICH

SGT. WELLINGTON B. DAWE

Canadian Army

Wellington was with the Royal Canadian Air Force and served as a bombing instructor in Canada and overseas from 1942-45.

June 9,1942-February 1946 Canada, Britain and Northwest Europe Medals: France and Germany Star and War Medal 1939 -1945.

The Red Deer Advocate would like to take this time to recognize those who have served, both past and present, and who have helped shape Canada into the country that it is today.

We would also like to thank the individuals and businesses who support these pages.

L.C. CECIL A. SWANSON

At the going down of the sun, and in the morning.

We Will Remember

Branch/Unit: Canadian Army, Loyal Edmonton Regiment, Queens Own Rifles. Year enlisted: 1944. Served in United Kingdom, Holland, Germany. Medals awarded: Frane/Germany Star, Canadian Voluntary Service Medal and Clasp. L.C. Cecil attended the Victory Parade in Berlin in 1945 with “D” Company, Loyal “Eddies.” He transferred to Queens Own Rifles for occupational duty in Germany. He served in Amsterdam and Den Hague and was discharged in 1946.

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MIKE STEVENS

Branch of Service: Canadian Army - First Division, 13th Bttn., Infantry

Mike served in the Canadian Armed Forces with The Royal Canadian and Canadian Special Service Force from 1979 - 1997. Following Mike’s voluntarily release in 1997 he and his family moved and still reside in Red Deer. During Mike’s time with the Canadian Military he has been to 31 different countries around the world. Mike is decorated with five medals. He still keeps in contact with many of his friends from time served together.

Years Served: Feb. 23, 1915 to March 30, 1919 Theatres of Service: Trenches of France, etc.

“Proud to Honour Our Country’s Veterans on November 11th”

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Medals: 1914 - 15 Star, British War Medal, Victory Medal Originally form Nova Scotia, Joseph had a homestead in Alberta in 1909. After enlisting, he arrived in the trenches in Aug. of 1915. He was wounded on March 13, 1916 and again on Sept. 16, 1916.

HAROLD CLINTON MCDONELL

DUNCAN MCDONELL

Branch of Service: Army

Duncan was a member of the PPCLI from 1935-1958. He was one of the first Canadians overseas, landing in Scotland on Dec. 30, 1939. He was torpedoed in the invasion of Sicily in 1943. Rescued and re-equipped, he then landed in Italy and was involved in the battles at Monte Cassino and Ortona. He was promoted to Regimental Sergeant Major.

Unit: Canadian Expeditionary Force Years Enlisted: 1915 - 1917 Served: Europe

“ With Thanks”

Fought at Vimy Ridge, Killed in Action, Hill 70, France, Aug. 15, 1917, Age 19

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“Respecting our Veterans shows our Freedom is Real!”

WILLIAM CHARLES MCDONELL

PHILIP EDWARD CONNOLLY

Enlisting as a Private in September 1914 with the Winnipeg Rifles, he received the Officer’s Commission in March 1916. He was awarded the Military Cross in July 1917 for conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He was later promoted to Captain.

Phillip Edward Connolly was member of the Air Force from 1941 to 1946. While flying along the west coast on submarine patrol, his plane crashed into the Pacific Ocean. He was rescued six hours later lying on the wing of his plane with a broken back. He was demobilized with rank of Warrant Officer, First Class.

SGT. JAMES T. SETTERS

TONY RUSHINSKY

Enlisted in 1939 with the RCEME Division.

Served in England during WWII for 4-1/2 years. Returned to Canada in 1945.

Passed away Oct. 1993.

Tony did his service in the Army as a gunner. He was enlisted from 1944 - 1946, 11th Field Auxiliary, South Division in Europe, he received seven service medals and thank you medals from Italy and Holland. He remembered an experience of one night in Italy with two other gun crew. We were deploying a gun just near an olive tree when a shell exploded on the far side of the tree. One of my friends was killed and the other wounded by the shrapnel. When daylight came I noticed that the tree trunk full of shrapnel had saved my life.

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SGT. WILFRED GIBNEY

MRS. WINIFRED LEDIEU

Served in the 1st Division of the Army in 1940. He received several medals while in Europe.

Served in the Women’s Division RAF in the Bomber Command unit. She served in England as an Instrument Mechanic.

She was awarded the Defense Medal and the 1939-1945 Medal.

ROBERT SINCLAIR CORRIGAN

THOMAS ROBERT BRAITHWAITE

“Remember ... it’s our freedom.”

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“Our Veterans Deserve Our Respect Not Just On Nov. 11, But Each And Every Day”

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Robert enlisted in the Edmonton Regiment, Canadian Army Active Service on Nov. 27, 1939. He received the 1939-45 Star, the Italy Star, France and Germany Star, Defence of Britain Medal and the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and Clasp.

PO GEORGE WILLIAM BRAITHWAITE Remembering You, Our Veterans, On This Day!

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Completed 31 missions. During one of these missions, an anti-aircraft missile went through the body of the plane approximately two feet in front of the mid upper gunner without exploding.

Surprisingly, no serious mechanical damage nor injuries were received.

As a member of the Loyal Edmonton Regiment, Canadian Field Section, he spent six months with the occupation forces and was Discharge Sergeant in 1946. He served in Canada, United Kingdom and Europe.

F/L BRUCE THORNE Branch of Service: Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF). Unit: Aerospace Engineering. Years Enlisted: 1955-1975.

Served: 3(F) Wing Zweibrucken, Germany.

Medals Awarded: CD, SSM (NATO).

Aviation technician with RCAF F86 Sabre Team which in 1960, won the third straight Guynemer Trophy, emblematic of all NATO annual air-to-air gunnery supremacy, during competition in France, Germany and Italy.

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PTE. LAWRENCE VIRGEL PIMM

“Take a moment to reflect upon and appreciate those who fought for the rights and freedoms of mankind.”

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Seaforth Highlanders of Canada, Feb. 3,1942-Dec. 6, 1943. Fought in the Italian Campaign, from Sicily to Ortona. Killed in action December 6, 1943 approaching Ortona.

Medals: The War Medal 1939-1945, Canadian Volunteer Service Medal, The Defense Medal, 1939-1945 Star, The Italy Star.

ROBERT ELLSWORTH CORNELL Robert was best known as a man who enjoyed life and meeting people. He served his country in the WWII as a Sergeant with the Calgary 3rd Anti-Tank Regiment. Canadian Army (Active) 1941 – 1945. Served in Canada, Britain, & North West Europe. Medals Awarded: 1939 – 1945 Star, France and Germany Star, Defense Medal, Canadian Volunteer Service Medal with Clasp, and War Medal 1939 – 1945.

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“Our veterans are a reminder of why we have rights and freedoms”

A D V E R T I S I N G

F E A T U R E

ARTHUR L. LAWRENCE

SILAS M. LAWRENCE

A gunner with the Royal Canadian Artillery, Mr. Arthur won several medals during WWII including the France and Germany Star, Defence Medal, Great Britain Medal, and Canadian Volunteer

Silas M. Lawrence was a gunner with the Royal Canadian Artillery from 1940-1946.

He was awarded the France and Germany Star, the Defence Medal, Great Britain Medal, and the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal with Clasp.

Service Medal with Clasp.

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“May We Always Remember Our Heroes”

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EDMOND JOSEPH CHAMPOUX

EDWARD C. JENSEN

Born Feb. 7, 1915 - 100 years old. He was in WWII, on the beach at Juno, D-Day. Edmond was appointed Knight of the French National Order of the Legion of Honour which is the highest award that can be given to a non-French citizen.

He has received many medals. “He says that the hardest thing about the Battle of Dieppe was that, under orders, he could not stop to help his friends when they fell dead or wounded beside him”.

Proud member of Huxley Branch 02 Legion. He served in the Army 5th Field Ambulance from 1942-45. He served in Italy, Sicily, France, Belgium, Germany, Holland and received medals from France, Germany, Italy Stars, Canadian Volunteer Service, Defence, George VI. Was service gratuity was $655.55 paid at 25 cents per day for 1,203 days. Prisoners were paid more.

L/CPL. WAYLAT ELLIS

PTE. MARTIN LAWFORD ELLIS

Enlisted in Victoria, B.C. on May 11, 1916, he served with the CMR in Germany. He was discharged on May 1, 1919.

Enlisted in Calgary on Nov. 23, 1915 with the 89th Battalion and then transferred to the 31st Battalion of the Canadian Infantry. He was killed in action on Sept.

27, 1916 at Vimy Ridge, France.

AUBREY EARL BICKFORD

GEORGE CLIFFORD QUARTLY

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This Day Is Remembered And Quietly Kept

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“We recognize and salute all these men and women past . . . present”

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Mr. Bickford was enlisted for two years with the Tecumseh Unit of the Coast Guard, based out of Halifax. Medals received include the Atlantic Star and Canadian Volunteer Service Medal.

Stationed with the PPCLI, Company C, Mr. Quartly was one who was selected to carry a Bangalore Torpedo up to the front line wire entanglement where he was to throw it at the Germans. At that place, near Mt. Cassino, Italy, the Germans opened fire and he lost his life.

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SGT. MYRTLE E. HUEPPELHEUSER (FAIRBAIRN) “Our rights and freedoms were won for us”

Parkland Funeral Home & Crematorium (Red Deer)

Branch of Service: Code and Cypher Years Enlisted: 1943 - 1945 Theatres of Service: Western and Eastern Air Command

CLIFF FULLER Cliff was a Petty Officer, 1st Class with the Royal Canadian Navy. He served his country for 32 years on the HMCS’ Bonaventure, Preserver, and Ottawa, as well as on the CFB’s Ottawa, Comox (2), Holberg, Edmonton. Lahr Germany, Golan Heights and Alert.

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CHARLES SCOTT WWI - April 17, 1891 - November 11, 1971

“Take a moment to reflect upon the freedom you enjoy today”

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Enlisting in the 25th Battery of the Canadian Field Artillery in Ottawa, Ontario on July 22, 1915, Charles served with the Canadian Expeditionary Force - 22nd Howitzer Battery in Britain, France and Belgium from 1915 - 1919.

His Brigade was involved in the famous Battle at Vimy Ridge in April 1917 and at Passchendaele in the fall of 1917.

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“Our Heroes Fought For The Freedoms We Have”

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JAMES RONALD SCOTT WWII - March 9, 1923 - June 14, 1998 Ron Scott joined the 78th Field Battery R.C.A. in Red Deer, Alberta on June 3, 1940 and was in active service with the 13th Canadian Field Regiment in Britain, France and Belgium. His Regiment took part in “Operation Overlord” and fought in the historic June 6, 1944 D-Day invasion on the beaches of Normandy. Ron was wounded in action in Belgium on April 24, 1945.

JAMES HENRY CHALMERS

L/CPL. PAUL AJAS

Served in the 14th Calgary Tanks from Feb. 21, 1941 - Aug. 4, 1945. Saw action in Britain, Central Mediterranean and North Western Europe.

Decorated with 1939-45 Star, Italy Star, France and Germany Star, Defence medal, Canadian Volunteer Service Medal with Clasp, 1939-45 War Medal and Dieppe Bar.

A member of the Canadian Provost Corps, Division I, he served in the UK, Mediterranean and Europe. He received the 1939-45 Star, Italy Star, France and Germany Star, Defence Star and the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal.

He became the personal bodyguard for General Charles Foulkes in Holland. He served with three brothers and his father.

CPL. JOSEPH H. YOUNG

MARK EDWARD SIMPER

Joseph served with the Army in the 8th Canadian Reece Hussars. He served five years in the European theatre. He received the 1939-1945 Star, France & Germany Star, Canadian Volunteer Service Medal, Defence Medal, King George VI Medal. Joseph was wounded in Normandy.

Branch of service: Royal Canadian Navy.

Unit: Naval Instructor for the Black Rock Naval Fleet School. Years enlisted: 2000 to present. Served in Operation Apollo in support of the war on Terrorism.

Medals: awarded the Southeast Asia Service Medal. Mark recorded a record 79 consecutive days at sea during the War on Terrorism. He sailed on the HMCS Calgary for 2012-2014 for sea trials and an international exercise RIMPAC. He is currently a Naval Instructor at the Black Rock Naval Fleet School.

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“Their Names Will Live On in the Hearts of Many.”

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GWEN BILL (POPESCUE) Gwen was a member of the Wrens with the Royal Canadian Navy in Newfoundland from 1943 to 1945. She received two medals.

“We remember . . . and will never forget your love for us.”

JOHN J. BILL John J. Bill was a Chief Petty Officer with the Royal Canadian Navy in Nova Scotia from 1943-45 and received two medals.

He is one of four brothers and one sister who served overseas and returned home to Canada.

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PTE. JOSEPH G. BILL

PTE. RICHARD H. BILL

A member of the Calgary Highlanders, Pte Joseph Bill served in Europe from 1942 to 1945 and received six service medals. He was wounded in France on Aug. 13, 1944.

Richard Bill was a member of the Canadian Scottish Regiment from 194246 in Europe. He was wounded in France on June 8, 1944. He married Winnifred Carr in London, England on Jan. 12, 1945.

He received five medals.

“Remember . . . it’s our freedom.”

Kim Schreiner MLA Red Deer North

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PTE. CHARLES W. BILL Charles Bill served with the Royal Canadian Ordinance Corps from 19421946 in Europe. He received five medals.

“With deep respect and lasting gratitude, we reflect upon the deeds to those who served.”

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LESTER WILLARD BATTLE Branch of Service: Royal Canadian Air Force Years Served: 1943-1945 Theatres of Service: Canada

“It’’s ou “It’s “ ourr fr ffreedom eedom m that makes this Country great!”

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Medals: 1939-1945 Service Medal Lester served as a Sergeant Navigator. He lives in Red Deer.

EDWARD HAROLD (TED) BILL Ted Bill was a member of the R.C.A, Ordinance Corp and the Royal Canadian Electrical Mechanical Engineers from 1939 to 1946. He served in France, Belgium, Holland and Germany and received the France and Germany Star, 1939-45 Star and the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal.

MWO JOHN J. WEBBER Branch of Service: Canadian Army and RCAF Units: 706 Comm Sqn Borden, 708 Comm Sqn Trenton, 743 Comm Sqn Penhold, 749 Comm Sqn Red Deer, and 1 Signal Squadron Calgary Years Served: 33 Served in Theatres: U.N. Emergency Force II Middle East – 1974; U.N. Disengagement Observer Force, Golan Heights – 1978-79 Member of Military Merit; Canadian Decoration with 2 bars; Canadian Peacekeeping Service Medal; Queens Diamond Jubilee Medal; UNEF II; UNDOF

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You won’t be forgotten.

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CPL. R. FRANK KREPPS

CPT. FRANK MAXWELL

Frank joined up in Saskatoon in Oct. 19411946 at 17 years old. He started with the Royal Canadian Army Medical Corps and later joined the Royal Canadian Engineers 2nd Battalion B company as a dispatch rider. He spent many months in England getting ready for the invasion. He landed on Normandy Beach via land craft. “It wasn’t very pretty but I got through it OK,” he said. “I’ve had better days!” He was discharged in Regina in 1946. He received the 1930-1945 France and Germany Star, Defence Medal, King George Medal, Service Medal and a medal for the liberation of Holland.

Joined South African Air Force in 1939. He served in North Africa with 12 Bomber Squadron before being seconded to RAF Coastal Command. While on antisubmarine patrol with 210 Squadron his Catalina aircraft attacked and fatally damaged U-476 off the coast of Norway.

He lived for many years in Red Deer before passing away in 1999. He received the 1939-1945 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa Star, War Medal (1939/45), Africa Service Medal.

SGT. GEORGE

L. SGT. WILLIAM MABEN

MABEN “ To Honour and Remember”

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George enlisted in 1915 and served with the 8th Machine Gun Company in France.

He was wounded in 1917 at the Battle of Hill 70. At Vimy in 1918, he was severely overcome by machine gun fumes. On Nov. 11,1918, he was manning a machine gun tower in the town square of Mons, Beligum, when Armistice was declared.

Two weeks after returning home and while employed digging a water well, he was overcome by gas fumes and died.

William enlisted in 1915 and served with the 49th Regiment in France. He was wounded at the Battle of the Somme in 1916. He was awarded the Military Medal in 1918 at the Battle of Amiens. On Sept. 30, 1918, during the Canal du Nord offensive, leading to the capture of Cambrai, he was severely wounded and died the next day.

He is buried in Bucquoy Road Cemetery near Arras, France.

JOHN JERDAN

SGT. LOUIS ANDRE DANSEREAU

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“We remember those who fought for our freedom & peace . . . yesterday and today!”

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John joined The Canadian Army in 1941.

He served in Britain and Northwest Europe. He received the 1939 - 1945 Star, France and Germany Star, Defence Medal and Canadian Volunteer Service Medal with Clasp as well as War Medal 1939-1945. Served as Gunner with the 78th Field Battery. John passed away in 1999 in Red Deer.

Enlisted in the Army in 1941, served overseas from 1941-1945 in England, Africa, Monte Carlo, France, Holland and Germany Released 1945. From 1946 to 1968 he was a RCAF instrument technician. Medals awarded include the 1939-1945 Star, Italy Star, France and Germany Star, Defense Star, Canadian Volunteer Service Medal with Clasp, and War Medal.

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SGT. WALTER P. GUTSCH

Remembering our Veterans with pride for their beliefs of freedom and peace.

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Years Enlisted: 24 Years. Served: The Korean Conflict, UN Peacekeepers in Canada, Far East, Continental Europe and Cyprus.

Unique Experiences: Served bases throughout Canada and Germany. Served with the First Battalion Black Watch as Military Police and Peacekeeper for the United Nations.

Canadian Volunteer Medal for Korea, United Nations Service Medal, Cypress and Canadian Forces.

CLIFFORD G. STANNARD Clifford served with the PPCLI infantry unit where he fought on the front lines.

Clifford ended his service as a Sergeant.

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VICTOR RETZLAFF “Proudly honouring our veterans.”

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Victor was a 20-year-old farm boy from Blue Ridge, Alberta when he joined the Calgary Highlanders. During WWII he met his future bride while serving in Belgium and in 1945 returned to Blue Ridge, Alberta.

He passed away September 1993. Medals received include the France, Germany, Belgium, Holland, 1939-1945 Star, the George Medal, Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and the Germany Star.

THOMAS (TOM) HOSKIN Tom joined the Army in May 1940, spending two years instructing in Winnipeg before going overseas.

He was with the 13th Field Regiment, 78th Battery, hitting the beaches at Courelles-Sur-Mer, France on D-Day. The 13th Field Regiment took part in various battles including Operation Atlantic until, after 55 days of bitter fighting they were withdrawn. On 14th Aug. 1944, as part of ‘Operation Tractable’, to effect a breakthrough to Falaise, the 13th Field Regiment provided part of a giant smoke screen on the thrust.

The regiment continued on in NW Europe in such places as Boulogne, Calais, the Scheldt, Wortburg, Niemejan, Millimgen, Aenterwitk, Jouno and Bolsward.

PTE. LOUIS J. BELOIN

LESLIE MCKEE EDGAR

Louis served in the 5th Army Brigade in Service Corps from 1941 - 1946. He served in Italy, Belgium and Holland.

Gunner, WW 2

ROBERT M. EDGAR

SAMUEL MCKEE EDGAR

Royal Canadian Navy, L-Coder, 1942-1945.

Bob spent three years on a Corvette during convoy duty in the North Atlantic and on a frigate attached to a striking force in the English Channel and the Bay of Biscay.

Sam was living in Salmon Arm, BC when WW1 broke out and signed up with the 30th BC Horse Regiment which formed the overseas unit of the 2nd Canadian Mounted Rifles. Sam was wounded in the left hand in the battle in Lens, France.

WILLIAM R. EDGAR

HARRY PEARCE

WW1, 187th Overseas Battalions and 50th Battalion

Harry was a Navigator with the Royal Canadian Air Force during WW2. He was with the No. 434 Squadron. On Dec. 18, 1944 his squadron went down over Belgium with all members killed except the wireless operator who was able to parachute out. Harry is buried in Leopoldsburg, Belgium.

“What we have now is because of what they gave then”

Les joined the 78th Field Battery which combined with the 22nd Battery from Gleichen and the 44th Battery from Prince Albert, Sk, to form the 13th Field Regiment, CA. Les fought in Belgium, Holland, Germany and took part in D-Day, June 6, 1944.

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“By wearing a poppy we remember.”

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Bill was shot in the jaw at the Battle of Amiens, France in Aug. 1918 and returned to Canada.

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“Thank a Veteran for Your Freedom.”

GORDON STANLEY ROBINSON

STAFF SGT. FREDERICK PAUL LADWIG

Joined the Canadian Service Corp. #151 company at Vernon, B.C. on April 21, 1942.

He served in England from 1943 until he was discharged from Armoury Calgary on April 26, 1946, a Sergeant receiving a Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and Clasp.

Enlisting in June 1940, Mr. Ladwig served with the Royal Canadian Artillery, 13 Canadian Field Regiment, in northwest Europe. He received the 1939-45 Star, NW Europe Star, Defence of Britain, Canadian Voluntary Service Medal and Canadian War Medal.

CPL. ELIZABETH (BETTY) DERBYSHIRE

SGT. RICHARD DERBYSHIRE

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“Honoring our veterans proudly.”

Enlisted in Regina in 1952. Served with the RCAF in Eastern Canada and was trained in St. Jean, Quebec. Her postings included Trenton-Clinton, Ontario and Lac St. Denis, Quebec.

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Sgt. Derbyshire enlisted in September 1950. He served in the Korean War with Lord Strathcona’s Horse. His medals consist of Korean Medal, United Service Medal, United Service Medal (Congo), Canadian Centennial Medal 1967, Canadian Forces Decoration and Clasp, and Peacekeeping Medal.

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“They fought the good fight so we could live the good life.”

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TPR.THOMAS H. BAKER

CPL. ALPHONSE ST. GERMAIN

Tpr. Baker was underaged when he joined the 14 CAR Armoured Brigade – Calgary Tank Regiment, and was sent to England in 1941. As part of the 1st Canadian Division, he participated in the Dieppe raid and was then sent with his unit to fight in Sicily and Italy. He was wounded twice and rejoined his unit in Italy, moving through France, Belgium, Holland and Germany.

Served with the Seaforth Islanders in Scotland, England, Sicily, Italy, France and Germany. Taken prisoner in Italy and spent 24 months in a POW camp in Germany. Awarded the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal, the Italy Star, 1939-45 Star, Defence of Britain Medal, and Victory Medal.

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“We reflect on your sacrifice on this, your special day!”

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SGT. WALTER MACKENZIE

JOE LOWIS

Walter belonged to the 1st Canadian Division out of Red Deer. He enlisted in 1914 and served until 1919. He participated in the battles of the Somme, Ypres, Vimy Ridge, Passchendaele and Hill 70. He was in the first gas attack from the Germans. As a Sergeant he advised the men to wet their kerchiefs from around their necks and put over their faces.

He had no idea if it would help. Everyone listened to Walter but one soldier who later died. After the war, Walter received 160 acres in Knee Hill Valley and farmed there till he retired to Innisfail.

Joe joined 6th Light Anti-Aircraft Regiment of the Royal Canadian Army in Dec. 1941. He served as a bombardier in the United Kingdom, France, Belgium, Holland, and Germany. He was discharged in Dec. 1945. Joe was awarded the 1939-1945 Star, the France AND Germany Star, the Defence Medal, the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and Clasp, and the 1939-1945 War Medal.

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CPL. LEONARD F. ALLWRIGHT “November 11 . . .

A Day We Can Never Forget”

Cpl. Allwright served with the RAF from 1940-46 and with the RCAF from 1952-70.

He served in WWII and the Korean War.

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“Freedom Is Never Free!”

MAJ. HARVEY WILLIAM FISH Harvey served in the 10th Field Ambulance Royal Canadian Medical Corps. He was with the army reserve but posted overseas in 1943-45. Served in England, France, Belgium, Holland and Germany. Awarded the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and Clasp, 1939-45 Star, Defence Medal, The War Medal and was Mentioned in Despatches. He received two citations: one for Outstanding Good Service and Great Devotion to Duty, signed by Field Marshall Montgomery, and another one for Distinguished Service, signed by L. Lawson, Secretary of War for the King. In fighting around Caen, France, the Official History of the Canadian Medical Service notes that on the 25th of July, Captain Fish’s unit handled over 400 causalities in one 24 hour period. Dr. Fish was promoted to Major on the 10th of Feb. 1945.

RAYMOND L’HEUREUX

JAGER H. LIND

My uncle Raymond L’Heureux was a born machine gunner on a anti tank crew in the Patrica Rifles Regiment. He landed on Juno Beach on D-Day and was wounded on day two when his crew tried to take out a German tank. Only Raymond and his Sergeant survived the attack.

In the army from 1942 to 1944, he served in Italy and Holland, was wounded and returned home.

PTE. FREDERICK ROY BIETTE

L.A.C. MAURICE A. BIETTE

Frederick was enlisted from Jan. 18, 1918 to Aug. 1, 1919 with the Canadian Expeditionary Force, First Depot Battalion, Alberta Regiment. He received the British War Medal.

Served in the RCAF Motor Transport Division during WWII from Dec. 5, 1942 to Apr. 26, 1946, and all across Canada.

P.A. (BUD) LUND

CLIFFORD G. STANNARD

Volunteered June 8, 1939 first as a signaler and then with a survey party for the 13th Canadian Field Regiment, 22nd/78th Field Battery. Bud’s unit landed at noon in Normandy on D-Day and he ultimately served in all Canadian “actions” through France, Holland, and into Germany until the conclusion of the war. Medals: 1939-45 Star, North-West Europe Star, Defence of Britain Medal, C.V.S.M., and C.M.M.

Clifford served with the PPCLI infantry unit where he fought on the front lines.

Clifford ended his service as a Sergeant.

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STEPHEN HAROLD BAYKO

WM. LLOYD MITCHELL

Born in 1923, he enlisted in 1942. Stephen served in Canada, the UK, continental Europe and was part of the Southern Alberta Regiment. He was wounded in France and discharged in 1945 due to his wounds. He passed away in 2010.

He enlisted in 1915 with the 110th Battalion, Perth County, Ontario. He trained at Camp Borden then overseas in a convoy of four liners each carrying 5000 troops. His battalion and several others amalgamated to form the 8th Battalion of the Canadian Expeditionary Forces (CEF). He served until the end of the war in the Machine Gun branch of Infantry in France and Belgium. He passed away in 1990 at the age of 92. He and his wife were married almost 60 years.

THOMAS ALLAN EASTMAN

ROBERT HYATT CUMMINGS

Thomas served in the Army as a member of the Calgary Hilanders. He enlisted in 1941 and served in France. He received 1938-1945 Star, France and Germany Star, Defence Medal, Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and War Medal 1939-1945.

He was killed in action Aug. 8, 1944.

Royal Canadian Navy Volunteer Reserve.

Serving from May 1940 to Aug. 1945. He was one of 800 Canadian sailors to be drafted overseas to serve with the Royal Navy. Active in the Battle of Atlantic while serving on the Corvette HMS Lavender. Medals: Battle of Britain Star, Atlantic Star, Defense Medal, Canadian Volunteer Service Medal, War Medal 1939 - 45.

STF. SGT. GEORGE JOHN GARDINER

PTE. RITSON GLENVILLE COATES

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He served with the Winnipeg Rifles and and the Regina Rifles 1939 to 1945. He was awarded the British Empire Medal for saving the lives of several fellow soldiers by throwing a live grenade out of their bunker during training. He landed at Normandy, June 6, 1944 - D-Day.

Served with the Army with the 69th Armored Tank Transport from 1942-1946.

This unit was formed in Red Deer. Ritson served in Canada, England, France, Belgium and Holland.

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DUNCAN MOWAT

JOSEPH JARVIS GRAHAM

Duncan served in the 78th Battery which became the 13th Field Regiment from June 4, 1940 - October 10, 1945.

Joseph Graham was a mechanic with the R.C.A.F. and served from Jan. 29, 1941 to Jan. 22, 1946 in Canada and England. He was in charge of a hanger of Lancaster bombers and made sure they were in good working condition. Many times he went up with the pilots to listen to the engine, and many times he wasn’t sure they would make it back to the runway.

He was discharged as Flight Lieutenant.

Served in the United Kingdom and the central Mediterranean area, Duncan was discharged Oct. 10, 1945 with the rank of Sergeant. He received the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and Clasp.

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“Their lives are worth remembering.”

EDWARD JOSEPH DONOVAN

SIDNEY S. N. TOWNSEND

Edward was awarded the 1939-1945 Star, Italy Star, France and Germany Star, Defence Medal, Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and Clasp and the War Medal 1939 - 1945. He served in the 2nd Armored Regiment Lord Strathcona’s Horse.

Branch of Service: Service Corps

PTE. THOMAS WHITTEMORE

TROOPER THOMAS E. WHITTEMORE

Branch of Service: Canadian Infantry (Sask. Regiment)

Branch of Service: Calgary Tanks. Unit: 14th Army Regiment.

Unit: 46th Battalion, World War 1

Years Enlisted: Joined Sept. 2, 1942, World War II.

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Unit: 34 Composite Company Years Enlisted: 4 Theatre of Service: European Medals: Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and Clasp, 1939 – 1945 Star, France and Germany Star, Defence Medal, War Medal 1939 – 1945

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Killed in Action Aug. 1918.

He has no known grave. His medals went back to his mother in England.

Medals Awarded: 1939 Star, The France and Germany Star, The Battle of Britain Medal, The Canadian Volunteer Service Medal & Clasp, The Allied Victory Medal.

Discharged: Jan. 17, 1946.

HAROLD JOSEPH FOX

ARTHUR MILES

Harold served as a Storeman. He enlisted in 1942. He received the Defense Medal 1939-1945, France and Germany Star, Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and The Allied Victory Medal.

Served in the Army, 1st Battalion, PPCLI, 1950 - 1953 in the Korean Conflict. He received the Korean Service Medal, and the United Nations Medal. He has lots of good times, made lots of friends all over Canada. He lost his hearing after a five hour battle.

CLARA RIDLEY

L.CPL. ALBERT WILLIAMSON

Clara served in the Navy in the Mussbank Sask unit for four years. She served in Saskatchewan. She received the Medal of Service. She met her husband while in the Navy, fell in love and married shortly after meeting him. Clara served as a nurse in the Navy.

A member of the 28 Company Forestry Corps for nearly four years, Mr. Williamson served in Scotland, then on to Continental Europe. He was discharged in Dec. 1945

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J. ARTHUR CARSWELL

CHARLES CARSWELL

Served in World War I in the Army Infantry. He transferred and flew in the Royal Canadian Air Force.

Served in World War I in the Arrny Infantry. He joined in 1915. Charles was severely wounded at Vimy Ridge 1917.

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H. CECIL CARSWELL

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Served in World War I in the Army Infantry.

He joined in 1915.

Cecil was gassed but came home.

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HENRY GOULET Branch of Service: French Canadian Battalion. Unit: 22.

Years Enlisted: 1914-1918. Served in England, 5th Infantry Brigade, 2nd Canadian Division in France, Belgium.

Medals Awarded: Medal for Distinguished Service and Medal for Bravery.

His best friend Ephrem Trembley was killed. July 1916: Sent to Belgium near Ypres in front line. Care for Officer Major G.P. Vanier’s horse. Sept. 15th, 1916: Capture the village of Coursellette in northern France. Help bury soldiers. Got 61 wounds, shrapnel all over my body, mostly on left side. Left shoulder and left arm badly injured. Use rifle as a cane. Brought to a field hospital in a tent from north of the Somme River between Arras and Albert.

On a stretcher in a boat bound for England. Brought to London to a hospital in Richmond Park. Later brought back to Canada - to Quebec City, then to Moose Jaw, SK.

ROMEO GOULET

LAWRENCE GOULET

Romeo trained as a navigatgor in the Royal Canadian Air Force. He saw action in England. He served from 1939-1944

Lawrence served on the HMS, Ontario in the Navy. He was near Australia. He served from 1939-1946.

HAROLD TISDALE

RONALD EDWARD TISDALE

In November 1942, Harold joined the RCASC, Red Deer Camp A20 MT Company as a driver-training instructor. He completed the dispatch motorbike rider training course in Woodstock, Ont. He transferred overseas in 1944 and became a qualified tank transport operator.

Following WWII, he volunteered for service in the Far East. He passed away on Oct. 18, 2004.

One of five brothers to serve in the military, Ronald served overseas in France, Holland, Belgium and Germany.

Brothers Harold and Sidney also served overseas while Reginald and Cedric stayed on Canadian soil. Sidney was the only brother wounded in action. When the war was over, all five returned to Red Deer. He passed away on March 23, 2004.

“T “They The heyy sacrifi sacr sa crifi ificcced ed ttheir heir he ir lives so we might live iin n a free free country.” ”

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IN FLANDERS FIELDS In Flanders fields the poppies blow Between the crosses, row on row, That mark our place: and in the sky The larks still bravely singing fly Scarce heard amid the guns below.

We are the dead: Short days ago, We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow, Loved and were loved: and now we lie In Flanders fields!

Take up our quarrel with the foe To you, from failing hands, we throw The torch: be yours to hold it high If ye break faith with us who die, We shall not sleep, though poppies grow In Flanders fields

By Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae

REMEMBRANCE WEEK PROCLAIMED

Join us in commemorating our soldiers

The Red Deer Legion recently accepted a proclamation from the City of Red Deer notifying November 5-11 Remembrance Week in Red Deer.

Pictured from left to right is Bev Hanes, President Legion Branch #35, Mayor Tara Veer, Doug Rumsey and Neil St. Denys Co-chairs of the Poppy Campaign for Branch #35.

Week

November 5-11