Entries from July 12, 2005 to June 26, 2012
Date/Time of Posting: Jul 12 2005 / 19:40:11
name = Linda Hinrichs
where = California
Harmon_Memories = My step father was killed in a plane crash Dec.19,1964. The military got us out of there in five days leaving no time for closure. My brother and I hope to make a trip back soon for some closure.
Date/Time of Posting: Aug 03 2005 / 12:33:04
name = Jack White
where = Kirkland, WA USA
Harmon_Memories = Is there any one out there who was stationed at Harmon during the 1944-45 era?
Date/Time of Posting: Sep 22 2005 / 05:15:07
name = bennett gordon
where = new york city
Harmon_Memories = i was station there from may 54 to dec 59 was anyone there at that time with to 6605th maintance and supply group
Date/Time of Posting: Nov 09 2005 / 17:59:38
name = Phillip Huston
where = El Cajon, California
replyemail = p18oiler@cox.net
Harmon_Memories = My father, Lewis Huston, was a captain flying the F-89 with the 61st FIS. We moved to Harmon in 1956 from Yuma AFB, Arizona. What a change, from the extremely hot desert to, well you know, snow and ice. I have not been back but my parents drove there from California in 1985 and actually found the unit we lived in on the base. To this day I can say that living there provided me with the most enjoyable experiences a kid could have. I am dying to go back. I would be interested in hearing from anybody that went to the base elementary school or whose fathers were with the 61st. I was 6 years old in 1956 so maybe there is an old classmate out there. I have 3 bound school yearbooks fro mthe years 1956-1959 so I can look up photos. I would love to get some photos of the F-89s stationed there.
Date/Time of Posting: Dec 11 2005 / 11:26:40
name = Janice Sheppard Ancarrow
where = Metro DC area
Harmon_Memories = Lived on EHAFB from 1956 to 1959 and attend the High School. My sister Judy Sheppard Doucette graduated there in 1959. She and I, plus my brother Nickey Sheppard were all teenagers while my dad (George H. Sheppard, deceased in 1976) was stationed there. Wonderful memories of Radio Club, Teen Club, GAA, and Senior Scouts (hay rides). No place will ever compare to the freedom and friendships we enjoyed during those three years. My last year there was as a Sophomore. I remember all my teachers and the fun dances we had, including the parties held in our basement! Would love to find Wendy Rogers, Serena Slaughter White, and Harriet Eastus.
Date/Time of Posting: Dec 15 2005 / 17:56:16
name = Phil Trask
where = Ohio
replyemail = philboy@bright.net
Harmon_Memories = Was with Flight B, 6th ARS (later called the 52ARS) from May of `51 till Dec. of `53. Married a gal from Kippens 53 years ago. Still go back for visits with her family. Great place. If anyone from Rescue reads this, drop me a line; would like vey much to hear from you. Phil
Date/Time of Posting: Dec 25 2005 / 16:38:45
name = Wayne Newkirk
where = Jacksonville,FL
Harmon_Memories = I was stationed at Harmon from March of 61 to October 62. I was a A/1C in the POL Section. I remember a fish and chips stand outside the main gate. After a hard night of socializing in town I needed those chips. I have a cigarette lighter with the airman�s club logo engraved on it. I remember getting sunburn in our 20 minutes of summer!! Hope to make it back some day on vacation
Date/Time of Posting: Dec 28 2005 / 12:55:07
name = Owen Hughes
where = Upstate NY
Harmon_Memories = Arrived at Harmon Jan 62, the snow was banked up alongside the runway so high that they sprayed red dye on it so the pilots could gauge their position when landing. Was assigned to the CDS sqdn. (glorified sentry dog), our barracks was next to the army guys that were "stevedores" - unloaded incoming supply ships. They were the only ones that had worse jobs than us. Lived down town for about 6 mos and met the locals - great "salt of the earth" types.....drank some "screech" and ate some cod / flounder. Worked my ass off during the cuban missle crisis....12 hr shifts no days off....haven't had powdered eggs since I left there in May 1963 and went to Brise Norton, Oxford England.....definately plan to get back to the "rock" this summer......saw the movie "Shipping News" and it reminded me of the tough earthy Newfoundlanders.
Date/Time of Posting: Dec 31 2005 / 12:15:36
name = Pete Strelko
where = Fort Worth, Texas
Harmon_Memories = I arrived at Harmon AFB on February 10, 1962 and like the previous writer, Owen Hughes, I also experienced the thrill of landing during a major snowstorm. My first thought, could this be for real. After all, I was going to be here for eighteen months. I was also assigned to the 4081st CDS, (security) where I would pound the snow under my feet as I faithfully guarded the KC-97's. I lived in the same barracks as Airman Hughes but his name escapes me. I think I was assigned to D flight under Sgt. Sikes, we wore the green neck ties. In spite of the weather, I enjoyed Harmon and Stephenville. I was always in awe during the Northern Lights exposure since I walked around airplanes endlessly. I enjoyed the Airman's Club and the Stephenville nite spots; Red Rose and Clover Clubs. I found the people relatively friendly.
Hey Owen Hughes, do you remember a dark haired, darked eyed beauty by the name of Edna Flynn. She would frequent the Airmans Club on a regular basis and she worked on base for an officer's family. I left Harmon AFB on August 10, 1963 and left part of myself there; I put a somewhat time-capsule in my barracks room closet, the slats were loose. I still wonder if old photos and letters remain let alone the old barracks.
Happy 2006 to all Newfoundlanders and former Airman who served on "The Rock".
Date/Time of Posting: Jan 12 2006 / 12:01:40
name = C. Lichtenfeld
where = Ft. Myers, FL
Harmon_Memories = My Grandmother (Olive Pelley) worked on base at the NCO Club in the 50's. Would love to hear from someone who knew her then. Also looking for "Grif" as he was known then. Would have been a navigator in 1955/1956 stationed at Harmon. Love this website!
Date/Time of Posting: Jan 24 2006 / 09:27:22
name = David Nix
where = Houston,Tx
Harmon_Memories = I was in and out of Harmon pulling TDY from Hunter AFB and Kindley AFB from '60 to '63. I was part of a maintenance crew on KC-97s. Had some great times there. Although I was there quite a number of times, I only remember being there without snow one time ( must have been August).
Date/Time of Posting: Feb 26 2006 / 15:22:19
name = Martha Collier
where = Corner Brook, Nfld
replyemail = maranne11@yahoo.ca
Harmon_Memories = My father Thomas worked at Harmon in early late 40's early 50's and asked if I would try to find a friend he had there, his name was Phillip Gransutty (?) not sure of correct spelling. Phillip's father was a Colonel stationed there. Does anyone remember them or give me their correct surname. Phillip went back to Scotland and last Dad heard of him was that he crashed his plane but was not hurt. I would like to find him. Tried searching in Google and in Scotland surname search but it comes up empty.
Date/Time of Posting: Mar 02 2006 / 09:54:21
name = Richard F. Swain
where = Magalia, California
Harmon_Memories = Went to Harmon July, 1963 .1933 Comm Sqd. as a GCA radar tech. The memories? 1st SGT. wanted flower beds planted outside of the orderly room. Next morning some one had placed a white cross at the head of each one. A character created to motivate reenlistments (weren't any) named Harry Harmon on the base radio station. We built our own "radio station" with "Borrowed" parts to play our own programs. Had a range of maybe the next barracks. The winter of 1963 had winds of 135 MPH+ as recorded at the RAPCON. Spent a lot time at Corner Brook (out of bounds), trips to Jerry's Nose, repairing an inop radar on an MSTS ship. Does anyone remember Corner Brook Mike the watch seller?
Date/Time of Posting: Mar 09 2006 / 08:53:48
name = James Golden
where = Mobile
Harmon_Memories = Does anyone remember Judy Kallas and her sister? Do you know where they went?
Date/Time of Posting: Mar 21 2006 / 15:00:53
name = CHARLES (BUDDY) BALLING
where = NEW CASTLE, DELAWARE
Harmon_Memories = Station at Harmon Sep 60 to Mar 62. Worked at Base Chapel. Also pulled POL duty every Tuesday during reflex operations. A lot of time spent at the bowling alley, base "ham shack" and AOM. (To Wayne Newkirk)-Wayne, I still have my Harmon AFB lighter from the AOM. I knew an airman named Tony who worked in POL and was badly burned just before his discharge in 1962. I think of Harmon all the time and have nothing but good memories. 10 cent cigarettes, 15 cent beers, and nickel slot machines. I lived on the 4th floor of the Harmon Hilton and had my own low power ham radio in my room. Does anyone remember John Cribbins, Jerry Hunkel, Ed Machado. Would like to hear from anyone who remembers the good times. I have just retired from truck driving and check my e-mail every day. Please get in touch. Would really like to talk over the "good old days. Sixpack13@verizon.net
Date/Time of Posting: Mar 22 2006 / 14:01:40
name = John Moore
where = Edgewater Fl
Harmon_Memories = I have a ton of stories,I was there from Oct 54 to aug 56 52nd ARS. I remember a snowblower chewing up the tail of a C47 during a snow storm, 40ft waves breaking off the end of the runway, 90 knot winds that turned parked aircraft around, a small riot at the Airmans club one Christmas, a dog that had one of his front legs amputated by a spinning prop of one our B29s, It didn't go to the flight line much after that, that happened before I got there. A F89 target rocket accidently firing and hitting a weapons carrier with 2 guys in it, good thing it was a only target rocket, A F89 hitting a radio tower while it was buzzing the base, not a good idea, The 52nd participating in a search when a navy plane that was carring dependants went down some where between NFLD and Bermuda. The one C54 that was ours at the time, I believe numbered 45632, long time ago, could be wrong A/C commander was Lloyd Wilson, When Major Wilson was to rotate he was given a check ride in one of the B29s, He landed it four times in one pass. The C54 he could grease it in to where you could hardly feel the wheels touch. Copilot was a Cap. Hiltz Navigator was Capt Paine, Not to sure of the spelling, Engineer was Jim Vickers,Radio operator was Edwin Hewitt, not sure that spelling is right. Col Smile Stark the group commander, I was told he was the youngst Col. in the Air Force at that time.He didn't think much of flying in A B29 so we took him all over the North East air Command. Ive seen most of the Bases,Goose bay, Thule,All the Bluey West or at least most of them, Even went to Iceland. Vickers and I did a lot of fishing in the Bay and Grand lake, very good fishing. Vickers had married a girl from Kippens on a previous tour and I got to know the Marche Family, Am still in contact With Herma one of vickers sister in laws. I remember Mrs Marche baking a tub full of bread, soooo goooood. I have a ton, some not good but Mostly good. I had such good duty while there that I knew it had to get worse when I rotated so I left the Air Force after that. It was a great time of my life, Didn't realize it till later.
Date/Time of Posting: Mar 25 2006 / 08:40:56
name = Michael R. Harmon
where = Boise, ID
Harmon_Memories = Relative of Ernest E. Harmon
Date/Time of Posting: Mar 25 2006 / 17:15:58
name = William Stark
where = Detroit Mi.
Harmon_Memories = My father was stationed there in the early fifties. Played in a country band at the clubs, they were called the Stringbusters. Anybody have any reccollection of them?
Date/Time of Posting: Apr 30 2006 / 21:03:42
name = ken.a smth
where = mesa,az
Harmon_Memories = I was with the 55th A&E out of Forbes Topekans. I had two TDY assignment to Ernest Harmon. One was the last quarter of 1956 and the other was second quarter of 1958. The first TDY was one that I would not forget. It was Christmas and we have a large number of Hungarian refugees coming through. The then VP Richard Nixon came to the base to meet with the heads of several countries. We ate Christmas dinner with them and it was something to see. These people did not believe there would be enough food. We all asurred them it was okay. The people were great. The towns people were very nice and I think of the area many times. A return trip some day is planned..
Date/Time of Posting: May 14 2006 / 09:46:05
Name = Murray (ray) szathmary
Message = Great site....I was stationed at Harmon from 1960 to 1961. 1933AACS . spent many hours at Whites, Clover Club, Teen club, and the Red Rose....I met many of the locals Ray Barry, Francis OBrien their family and others. I had many good memories of this town.............Ray Szathmary
Date/Time of Posting: May 14 2006 / 16:19:49
name = Tom Hughes
where = Stephenville, Nfld.
Harmon_Memories = Looking for some feed back from any and all who servered or was a dependant during the life span of Harmon AFB. Expecially interested in hearing from any one that served as a AP/Ramp Rat with the 4081st CDS. I was stationed at Harmon from May 1963 to Dec. 1964 as a A1c assigned to "A" Flt security and majority of the time pulled duty at the "mole hole" at the security gate.
In the works right now is a plan to hold a come home year reunion in July 2007 for a period of 7 to 10 days and it has been suggested to try and have a get together of as many military and dependants that where stationed at Harmon. Since I'm ex-military now living back here I have been approached to see if this venture would be worth trying to incorporate it into the town celebrations, so what I need from any one interested in attending a function of this nature is to make contact with me so I can get a idea of the interest out there. You can get in touch with me at tmthughes@nf.sympatico.ca and please use the message title HARMON REUNION.
Hope to hear from many of you and see you in 2007.
Date/Time of Posting: May 21 2006 / 15:29:03
name = PATRICIA W. DAVIS
where = HATTIESBURG, MS
replyemail = PATWHEEL123@MEGAGATE.COM
Harmon_Memories = Born at Ernest Harmon AF Base in 1955**. Two Boys were born the same day. For years I have attempted to find the two boys born on the same day to see how their lives have transpired. We left Newfoundland and went to El Paso, Texas for several years before my father, A. Q. Wheeler retired. My brother was 9 years old when I was born and remembers more than I do. Our father died in January of 2006. My dream has been to go back to where I was born in Stephenville. One of the postings was for a possible reunion of people who remember EHAFB possibly in 2007. **(Patricia's birth date left out for identity theft reasons, please contact her for further information)
Website for Celebrations 2007: Stephenville Come Home Year 2007
Date/Time of Posting: May 29 2006 / 02:59:05
name = david gaida
where = dallas,texas
replyemail = ksfishman71148@yahoo.com
Harmon_Memories = i was at harmon from 1959-62. would like to hear from anyone that remembers me. george crane-ronnie bybee-sidney pickering and sisters named marilyn and carol merrill, i think. sisters named sherrill and carol samson. lots of others that have been long lost and forgotten.hope to hear from someone..dave
Date/Time of Posting: May 31 2006 / 11:56:19
name = Hank Newman
where = Jacksonville, Fl
Harmon_Memories = message for son of Bill Stark of Detroit. I knew your dad very well, I was an original "Stringbuster". Due to some rotations Bill was hired to play rhythm guitar. He was quite talented. If memory serves me Bill was in the band when we competed and won the "Tops in Blue" talent contest and got to compete at Scott AFB, IL. I still have a picture of that group somewhere around the house. My E-mail is GaNewm9@aol.com
Date/Time of Posting: Jun 02 2006 / 21:20:00
name = Cindy S. Drake
where = Avoca, Nebraska
replyemail = kcqdrake@alltel.net
Harmon_Memories = I only know about Harmon Air Force Base because of my sister-in-law Gwen Schalk and her husband Johann Schalk. They were there from 1961-1965 with their three children Doris, Johnny & Steven. I understand from my neice that Gwen had a televised cooking show that was taped on the base while Johann was stationed there. Does anyone remember them or know if any film of these shows would still be in existance? Gwen passed away last October and I am checking on this for the family. Thank you.
Date/Time of Posting: Jun 29 2006 / 17:34:22
name = Jay Buchanan
where = Ft.Myers, Florida
Harmon_Memories = I was born in Jan '62 and stayed there for at least a couple of years. I developed spinal menangitis at the age of 1 and was near death. My mother could not wait for a doctor, so she charged through the doors carrying me and demanded attention. The physician(s) saved my life! Thank you, whoever you are. My father is Albert Buchanan, and I'm not sure of his role on the base. I have not seen him since 1979, and I'm sure he could fill me in on some memories that you all share. Any contact would be welcome. jbphoto1@comcast.net
Date/Time of Posting: Jul 07 2006 / 15:16:10
name = Linda 'Hill' Mathis
where = Georgia
Harmon_Memories = Attended high school from '60-'63. Class of '64. Graduated at Dover AFB High School, De. Have gone to several Harmon High reunions. So good to see Harmon classmates. Hope to go back to Nfld. one day. Next reunion is in 2008 at Elizabethtown, Ky. Hope we have the biggest and best reunion, yet!
Date/Time of Posting: Jul 31 2006 / 09:49:13
name = Ron Thomas
where = Los Angeles California
Harmon_Memories = My dad Ralph "Bill" Thomas was a young Lt. along with my Mom Ruth stationed at Harmon in the early fifties (52-54?) where Dad worked in Base Weather as a forecaster. I was born in Corner Brook and adopted by my folks spending my first four years there. I remember a big ferris wheel in a large hanger that I beleive was part of an annual fair, and a show on stage where my Dad and other officers dressed like women and danced. We had a big boxer dog named Rockie who I guess gave the Mounties fits. We lived off base in a green trailor. Thats all I remember but would like to go back someday.
Date/Time of Posting: Aug 04 2006 / 18:52:26
name = David D. Lajoie
where = Augusta, Maine
Harmon_Memories = On Feb 14, 2005, I had submitted some of my memories from Harmon back from Dec 63 to June of 65. I noticed just now that my e-mail address was incorrect. I made a typo mistake in the e-mail address. In any case I am not suing my old computer any longer and that e-mail address was incorrect anyway. My e-mail address is as follows, carollajoie@gwi.net
In the meantime, if anyone reads this posting from back then, this is my correct e-mail address. Would like to hear from anyone that was there in that time frame. The prior posting was made on Feb 14, 2005. David D. Lajoie
Date/Time of Posting: Aug 14 2006 / 06:52:32
name = Tom Simpson
where = Stephenville Crossing, Nfld
Harmon_Memories = Was stationed at Harmon from June 1962 to Dec.1963 worked in the motor pool, Stephenville had way to many G.I.'s so started going down to the Crossing, met and married a local girl there and have been married for 44 years, moved back to Nfld. last year as we are both retired now, always loved Nfld and my time at Harmon. would like to hear from any of my old friends,Tex, Jenny Quick, Ace,The Whip, Jerry,
Date/Time of Posting: Aug 15 2006 / 08:14:58
name = Howie Puls
where = East Aurora NY
Harmon_Memories = I was there from nov.57 to jan 59. Was with det5 5th weather group. Found another weather guy on memories in fact he was my room mate Don Johnston. Nobody seems to remember the TCA terminal at the end of runway. It was our stop after the clubs closed.
Date/Time of Posting: Sep 01 2006 / 12:59:36
name = Andy Anderson
where = Kirkland, WA (from Leadville, CO)
Harmon_Memories = Was at EHAFB 1951-53, in 6602nd ABG. The field was being updated for newer acft as we had Fairchild C-82's, some flying, some for spare parts. Mud road to Camp 33, and on to Cornerbrook, Newfy Bullet (RR) with schedule mandated by weather. Many happy memories. Would like to hear from anyone in the 6602nd, families of Lts Richard G Smale, Eugene Kight, Charles W Giffin, and Moose (Fitz Rowr) Brown, Curt Hailey, Gerry Teling, James Corbin, et al ----.
Date/Time of Posting: Sep 09 2006 / 15:10:37
name = Jim Hall
where = Dauphin Island, Alabama
Harmon_Memories = After all these years, have vivid and fond memories of EH AFB, Stephenville and NFLD. There 1961-'63. HQ Squadron, Info office, Capt. Tom Halbert - great people; had a great job at TV/radio station on the hill; watched Russian trawlers offshore during Cuban missle crisis; had a bit part in the Bob Hope Christmas tour, got fired by Hope after two shows; got to meet and work with Jayne Mansfield; tried to ski, not very good!; got to ride a real dog sled with locals; visited Bonne Bay, one of the most beautiful places on the planet; Corner Brook, interesting place; met and worked with great people; still have some great pictures and slides; hitched a ride with flight crew to Bermuda; met and enjoyed some wonderful local residents - great memories and I am fortunate to have had the experience. I gotta go back someday.. jh
Date/Time of Posting: Sep 21 2006 / 00:31:29
name = Gary Resnik
where = New York City
Harmon_Memories = Going on the base arm forces day. There was a kids show on arm forces channel CFSN , they had a clown. Sometimes you would get on the show be in the audience. Eat ice cream etc. Watching GIs from the south bring there horses up on the corral in the middle of town. Hanging out on the bridge to the entrance of the base as a little kid. There was always something going on.
Date/Time of Posting: Oct 27 2006 / 20:21:24
name = Susan Patrick
where = Rockport, MA
Harmon_Memories = Lived at Harmon '58-'61. My dad, Colonel Skinner, commanded the weather station. I have a weather map signed by Elvis when he came through. Visited last summer and recognized almost everything. Theater exactly the same; amazing!! Have so many wonderful memories and was really nice to re-visit them in person.
Date/Time of Posting: Nov 13 2006 / 06:33:35
name = Diane (Gillam) MacDonald
where = Robinson's Newfoundland
replyemail = diane.macdonald@nf.sympatico.ca
Harmon_Memories = Sorry I don't have a Harmon story to share , but I am trying to find some information about a family that was stationed at the base. The fathers name was S/Sgt Robert Arnold Randolph, his wifes name was LaVerne K. Randolph. The childrens names were Larry, Kathy, Bobbette And Gale. They were on their way back to the Us when the axle broke on a trailer they were pulling. Mr. Randolph left the trailer with my father. There are quite afew pictures and papers the family may like to have. If anyone has any information about this family I would appreciate it if they could email me . Thanking you in advance. Diane MacDonald
Date/Time of Posting: Dec 16 2006 / 13:35:26
name =Shari Abraham Benoit
where = nebraska
Harmon_Memories = AF Dependent--Dad stationed there 1960-62..Flew KC97s..Transfered there from Lockbourn in Ohio..Very fond memories of High School and the friends I met..Our reunions have always been great...My father is Bruce Abraham. He and my mother Justine, passed away in 1998.. We live on Ohio drive --- same little half circle with the Bradys, Brays, Slaughters and Furgusons...Shari Abraham Benoit
Date/Time of Posting: Jan 24 2007 / 13:44:34
name = Mary
where = Stephenville , Newfoundland
Harmon_Memories = Noted a Harmon Story on here by a Peter Anders, stationed at Harmon l959/61 .. curious if he knew a John S. Brophy who was also with Base Police. I find it very heart warming to read all the nice things people have had to say about this little corner of the world. clarance@nf.sympatico.ca
Date/Time of Posting: Feb 15 2007 / 17:22:01
name = Laura (Lee) Aylward
where = Stephenville, NL
Harmon_Memories = My husband Kevin and I worked at Harmon Air Force Base, Kevin from 1954-1966 and I from 1958 to 1966. I worked as a switchboard operator/supervisor with base communications and Kevin worked at base supply. We made many wonderful American friends during those years and kept in touch with some even to this day. I am looking for Airman Thomas E. Twigg who was stationed here in the 1960s he was an air traffic controller and was from Milwaukee, Wis. He has a son who is my nephew who would like to find him. If anyone can give me any information on him I would appreciate it very much. Also was good friends with Sgt. Crawford and Airman Lloyd Boothroyd. I enjoyed reading the messages on this site. Regards Laura(Lee) Aylward. laura.aylward@nf.sympatico.ca
Date/Time of Posting: Mar 19 2007 / 14:44:50
name = Richard (Dick) Madigan
where = Claremont, NH
Harmon_Memories = Not a lot of memories of types as I see posted here by others. Was a gunner WB66D, used to fly into or thru Harmon on way to/from Azores. Remember a "quick turnaround" in late '62 or early '63. By the time we re-briefed and started out to the bird fog set in...couldn't see your hand in front of your face for @3 or 4 days. Long time before we could lift off to home! Starting a tour to all fields I served at, went TDY to, or stopped at (real emergency or otherwise), and hope to hit Harmon this summer(2007. Dick Madigan
Date/Time of Posting: Apr 15 2007 / 16:14:57
Harmon_Memories = My name is Ron Walker. I Was in the 6614 th Air transport Squadron from August 1955 until January 1957, when I rotated to Ardmore AFB, Okla. I have often thought of the guys in the squadron and barracks since leaving. A couple months before I left, we lost a C-119 up on the Greenland ice cap, but everyone got out OK. I did not miss the Patch too much though, once I got back to civilization, or what I called civilization. I guess Barracks J-9 was about as civilized as anything up there. If anyone remembers (Owen T. McCann, Harry L. Oren, James Cox, My room-mates) or anyone else in the squadron, give me an E-mail buzz. Address is Ron-JanW@peoplepc.com if you care to exchange old stories.
Date/Time of Posting: Aug 06 2007 / 12:26:19
name = gordon sorum
where = fargo, north dakota
Harmon_Memories = arrived at 1933 aacs sqdn, oct. 1956, and left there in april of 1960. I worked in the teletype relay center, I was a s/sgt during that time. I think I went into town once, I was just working and passing the time until I could return to wife in Iowa. I wonder if I would know anyone that reads this. gordonsorum@yahoo.com
Date/Time of Posting: Aug 18 2007 / 12:44:36
name = Jack Montgomery
where = Bangor, Maine
Harmon_Memories = I arrived at Harmon from Tyndall AFB,Fl as a 20 year old A/1c in Sept.,1956 and stayed until Nov.,1957 when discharged. I was in the 4081st supply sqd. and worked from a quonset hut refueling shack on the flight line east of the terminal bldg. Being from Maine I was much more at home in Stephenville, Nfld. than in the Florida panhandle. The people of western Newfoundland were warm and hospitable. Many referred to me as "my son" including a waitress at a main st. restaurant who I believe was younger than me. I know that "my son" is just an expression but it is an expression of good will that was welcome to young and lonely airmen far from home. My main job at Harmon was the ground refueling MATS planes flying US Army troops to and from NATO bases in Europe. During that winter a great effort was made by all base personnel to assist in the relocation of thousands of Hungarian refugees who came to North America after the 1956 revolution. This was called "Operation Safehaven". The refugees arrived at Harmon with little more than the clothes on their backs. While the planes were being serviced they were taken to the terminal where they were greeted by the wives of base personel and fed in the mess hall there that served breakfast 24-7. When they came out they looked much better than when they went in and were ready for the last leg of their long journey to their new homes. For New Years eve 1956 a group of us decided to go to a dance in Corner Brook at the armory. The Army Corp of Engineers were helping to build the "new" road from Stephenville to Stephenville Crossing and it was not yet open so we had to go by way of Indian Head. It was snowing so hard[sideways] that one of the guys had to walk in front of the car on the road to the port. Once we got over Indian Head conditions got better and a mere 4 or 5 hours later we were in Corner Brook. We seemed to spend a lot of our off duty time in the Crossing and in Black Duck siding where we enjoyed the hospitality of the Jack O`Quinn family,their daughter Teresa,her sister and friends being the main attractions. 1957 was a pivotel year for Harmon as control of the base changed from the Northeast Air Command to SAC. Trans Canada Airlines opened their new terminal and one afternoon during retreat on the grass by the flagpole at the Base Headquarters building as the flag was being lowered and the national anthem was playing Tripod and another dog decided that this would be a good time to make whoppie until the affair was ended by the ever-vigilent air police. It has now been 50 years since I was there but I still fondly remember that time in Newfoundland.
Date/Time of Posting: Sep 06 2007 / 18:48:50
name = Bruce Evans
where = Los Angeles
Harmon_Memories = I was born in Stephenville in '53, Dad was a Cdn civvie employee on the Base (typewriter repair shop) and had several businesses going in town - office supply store, Canada Dry distributor and a few apartments. We moved to North Sydney in '66 when the Base closed. Have been back a few times since, sort of sad in a way but time moves on. Remember many good friends, both Newfoundlanders and USAF service people. Also had many wonderful summers with my Dad fishing for salmon on Robinsons River, we had a cabin there and I got my first salmon license when I was 5. Moved to Los Angeles in '93. Two interesting Harmon/Stephenville experiences. Met a couple named Shawn and Tonyja through a mutual interest in flying small planes. One evening, many months after first meeting, discovered that Tonyja lived on the Base from '62 to '64 as her Dad was stationed there as a USAF Major. About 5 years ago, ran into a lady named Josepha Rolapp at a Canadian Society party here in LA. Turns out that her maiden name is Gallant and she grew up on the next street from us in Stephenville, albeit a couple of years ahead of me. She and her husband, David, have become very good friends here in LA. Small world. Would love to hear from any old acquaintances of mine or my parents, Berkley and Mildred Evans. Best to all! brucefevans@msn.com
Date/Time of Posting: Sep 12 2007 / 22:42:13
name = William ( Bill ) Haman
where = L.I. New York
Harmon_Memories = August 1959 to March 1962 323FIS & 59th FIS Detachment#1 lived at 33 Queen St. and York Ave. (Shearer apt.) Had two children born there. Great fishing, hunting (first moose camp 33) golf, bowling. Snow up to your eyeballs and beyond and long winters, 40 oz'ers and pinacle. Great tour of duty.
Date/Time of Posting: Nov 25 2007 / 21:54:26
name = Natalie Oliphant McKamey
where = Bloomington, IN.
Harmon_Memories = Harmon Rockets! Beat 'em, bust 'em, that's our custom, come on Rockets, readjust em! I spent 5th grade at Harmon, in Miss Strayer's class. Looking to reconnect with my fellow 5th-graders (class of '73). I remember Camp 33, and wearing parkas and sliding down the big hill on toboggans in winter and cardboard boxes in summer. Wow, what a great time! I remember all the "slugs" (leeches) that would come out when it rained. Ick! It would be great to reconnect with Harmonites.
Date/Time of Posting: Jan 24 2008 / 13:05:38
name = Grady H Stokes
where = Waynesville, North Carolina
Harmon_Memories = I was stationed at Harmon from late 1963 to closing in 1966. I was a medic NCO assigned to the 4081st USAF Hospital. I worked in the surgical unit and later in the Outpatient Clinic mostly as CQ for clinic emergencies after hours and on week ends. I remained until the base closed with only a skeleton crew remaining.Then to McGuire for discharge to return and continue my education.Many fond memories of my Harmon days esist. My memories of Stephenville Baptist Church are prevelant. I often wonder where many of my friends there are now.
I especially remember a close friend who I have lost track of. Anyone possible knowing the whereabouts of Gary D Flaherty please e-mail me.Gary left Harmon in 1966 to return to Georgetown Univ. He moved later to Fl and from there due to moves on my part and on his,we have lost contact. Col. Josephine Candella who was our AF nurse supervisor, is retired in Fl and we see each other on occasion.
My wife and I plan to return to Stephenville one day in the not too distant future for a visit.I only regret not knowing about the 2007 reunion...please keep my name for future reference regarding any more reunions. I have names of other s stationed there during this time. Stepheville and Harmon afford me great memories especially for my son who was 9 years old at the time..This is where I taught him to fish!. Thank you for this site and the opportunity to submit comments....it is a wonderful trip down memory lane.
Date/Time of Posting: Mar 08 2008 / 12:15:04
name = Hank Newman
where = Jacksonville Fl
Harmon_Memories = I would like to locate Bill Walker who married the former Stella Cormier from Stephenville. He was in the 52d Air Rescue Sqdn.as a hydraulic tech. Bill was from Va. and played drums with the Western Ramblers on base.Other Ramblers trying for a reunion.any help will be appreciated.contact Hank Newman at GaNewm9@aol.com
Date/Time of Posting: Mar 18 2008 / 14:28:52
name = Don Webster
where = Merritt Island FL
Harmon_Memories = Looking for information on 1st Lt Bradford Webster, my brother, Apr 1954-March 19, 1955, went down in the bay off Stephenville with pilot Bob Witcher. Was a fine pianist, active in the chapel, basketball, bowling. Hoping someone remembers him, and will contact me. dewmlwny@earhlink.net
Date/Time of Posting: Jun 26 2008 / 12:35:01
name = Sandra Callaghan Hyde
where = Orlando, FL
Harmon_Memories = I was born at EHAFB. My dad was SMSGT Walter Callaghan, my mother's name was Barbara. I was the ninth of ten kids. We were stationed there from 1964 to 1966. Does anyone remember anything about our family? My godfather's name was Howard Bealieau. I am going to pass the site info on to my oldest brother, Walt Jr., since he was there from age 9 to 11. The things he remembers are similiar to the stories I have read today. Thank you for a glimpse of the place I was born! It made my day!
Date/Time of Posting: Jun 29 2008 / 15:46:55
name = Bob Noe
where = Columbia, SC
Harmon_Memories = I lived there as a dependent from 59-62 and life was wonderful. These were my jr high years and I was full of acting older and testing the environment. I hung around the older crowd as my sister being two years older, had friends that spent time on the blue bus, bowling alley, the terminal, movie theater and teen club. It was our town. I really wish I spent more time in town, although my family went to the Church of England off base. My memories of Camp 33, Forth of July out near the Jetty with Hank Thompson and all the lobsters you could eat, snow blowing sideways and shoveling our driveway daily. Our yard grew rocks! Our backyard faced Stephenville and that beautiful river. I loved the multiple colors of houses off base. My family traveled much of western NFLD and it was memorable. My little brother Jack has been back and loved it and my sister Glenda and I will return someday. My father and mother are deceased...CMsgt Andy and Athleen Noe, he was with the 59th and manager of NCO Club. Any memories would be great to hear. I have not been to reunions yet, but 2101 in Omaha sounds good.
Date/Time of Posting: Jul 11 2008 / 13:05:54
name = Ron Steffen
where = Virginia Beach, VA
Harmon_Memories = I was stationed at Harmon from 57 to 59. Was originally at Torbay but then was transfered. I was in the 4087 Air Transport Squadron with the C-54's. Two turning and two burning as they used to say. I have a lot of pictures, I will be glad to share them.
Date/Time of Posting: Oct 30 2008 / 14:19:49
name = Doug Hale
where = Orem Utah
Harmon_Memories = My father was stationed here from Aug 1963 to Dec 1965. I went to 4th, 5th, and part of 6th grade. I remember my 4th grade teachers name was Mrs. Redmon. I remember Bowling in the winter. Fishing and camping in the summer. We became very good friend with a family that lived way out of town, the Grangers. I remember going fishing on the NCO boat, and climbing on the breakwater. I remember camping at Camp 33.
I remember the times when they would have alerts and shut the base down and everyone would have to stay in their houses. Somehow my father usually had advanced knowledge of this so we went camping. I remember one of the worst snow storms storms. It snowed for three days. There was 18 feet of snow on top of a VW van. A friend of my dad's didn't make it home so he went out to get him on foot - that was the most concerned I'v ever been. But he found his friend and brought him home and all was well. After the snow storm, there was a large snow cave behind my house. The wind had kind of extended out the hill and a spring carved out the cave. Right after the storm ended, I walked out across the snow and fell through the roof. My arms caught and I was dangling by my arm-pits. My older brother pushed a tabogin out for me to climb out on. My father also help to organized a Cub Scout pack and became the Pack Master.
I loved living in Newfoundland. I hated to leave. I still have many ve ry vivid and fond memories memories. My father had a choice to go to Newfoundland or Bermuda - I think he made right choice - at least from my perspective. When we left, a friend of my dad's retired at the same time. We had a VW van and a one wheel trailer, he had a VW van and a two wheel trailer. We both drove back to the US together. We were on our way to Castle AFB in California. He tied a snow shovel to the front of his van and said he was driving south until someone asked him what it was - I think he ended up in Texas.
Date/Time of Posting: Dec 01 2008 / 19:56:50
name = Phil Clark
where = Scranton, Ks.
Harmon_Memories = Well what a honor this is!! I arrived at Harmon in August of 1962 and worked in the main mess hall and just fell in love with the place, remember working Thankgiveing nite and cooking turkeys and makeing dressing which no one else wanted to do, little did i know that the base commander and family would come in to eat, which landed me a job at Jerry's Nose lot to like there but also a lot to remember. Would like to hear from anyone who worked in the mess unit at that time or Jerry's nose.....Phil
Date/Time of Posting: Dec 18 2008 / 17:33:46
name = John Thomas OBrien
where = Independence, Missouri
Harmon_Memories = Was there in 1960-1961. I remember the Stevenville Baptist Church. I remember cold cold winters. Charles Brath if you are alive email me. john.eltc124@gmail.com
Entries from January 2009 to June 26, 2012
Date/Time of Posting: Jan 05 2009 / 17:39:27
name = Leon M Preston
where = Jacksonville, IL
Harmon_Memories = I served at Harmon AFB from Oct 1954 to May 1956 in the 1933 AACS sq. I was a GCA operator. I also worked part time at the Base Theater as Assistant Manager from Nov 1954 to May 1956. My first trip to town was on the day after I got to Harmon. We took a cab to town and when I got out I stepped into a puddle of mud. I was so disgusted I walked right back to the base and did not go back to town until the street was paved the next summer.
Date/Time of Posting: Jan 30 2009 / 13:04:43
name = James Layman
where = Wisconsin
Harmon_Memories = Stationed at HAFB from March 1957 to March 59. 1624th Support Squadron. Loved Newfoundland. Have often wished that I would return to Stephenville.
Thanks for the Web Site.
Date/Time of Posting: Feb 19 2009 / 16:34:27
name = James "Butch" Palmer
where = Atlanta, Georgia
Harmon_Memories = In 1958 we left Orlando, FL for some unknown place in the frozen north. My Father painted a great picture of salmon fishing, moose hunting, lobster eating, etc. to make me feel good about leaving my Florida girlfriends. I was 14 at the time. We lived in the BOQ for quite awhile until housing was available and I spent a lot of time on the shuttle bus. I met so many great people while I was there and of course there were a few jerks. You know who you are! So many have gone now and I will always miss them.
Date/Time of Posting: Mar 06 2009 / 17:57:21
name = Terry Powell
where = Charlotte, North Carolina
Harmon_Memories = Wow, where to start. I have such wonderful memories of living in Newfoundland. My dad, Tsgt R.E. Powell, Jr, was stationed there in, I belive, 1964-66. Its where I first heard of, and played hockey. There were only 6 teams then. I remember going trick or treating in the snow. The snow! At first, we lived off base. Had many snow ball fights with local kids and the mounties intervening. The snow drifted to the gutters on the house. Went to middle school, waited for the black flag school bus to take us there.
We moved on base, lived on Florida Loop in a four family building near the ball park and elementary school. I played little league, was on the Twins; had a 1-15 record. The coaches names were Jack and Ray. Great memories of All Star game in Corner Brook; got the only hit in one game. Remember names of neighbors Rogette Warbleton, Pat Walker and the girl I liked, Lucinda Ann Van Gilder. Loved sledding down the hill behind the house to a small creek that ran by the elementary school. Catching smelt in stream at entrance to base. Remember the teen club, song "House of the Rising Sun", "Sugar Shack" were popular; remember the bowling alley, BX across from it. If this peaks the interest of anyone who remembers some of the same please feel free to contact me. tpowell2@carolina.rr.com.
Date/Time of Posting: Mar 15 2009 / 10:02:10
name = John Moore
where = Edgewater Fl
Harmon_Memories = I have been trying to contact Phil Trask formally of the 52nd Air Rescue Sqdn. Any in formation will be greatly appreciated The Email is jaydee2709@att.net
Date/Time of Posting: Mar 16 2009 / 05:00:31
name = Richard Hayes
where = Toledo Ohio
Harmon_Memories = Arrived in 1964 from Kincheloe Michigan (COLD). Looked out the plane window and said, "Oh no!" After a couple of months I fell in love with the area and the people. Was a Base Cop until 1966. I remember the KC 97 going into the pond at the end of the runway. I was working the night it happened. The pond was several hundred feet deep and it took Navy divers to recover the crew. I remember photos taken under the water and how bad it looked with the plane perched on an outcropping several hundred feet down. Took my wife there several years ago and went to the pond. The approach light the 97 hit is still there and is in the same condition it was the night of the crash. Spooky....The base looks pretty much the same except Air Police HQ is now an apartment and there is a McDonalds where the main Gate used to be. Still a great place to visit. In all my travels I have never met a more friendly and unique people than the Newfoundlanders.
Date/Time of Posting: Mar 29 2009 / 18:34:49
name = Bill Jacoby
where = San Marcos, California
Harmon_Memories = I was with the 4081st Supply Squadron from August 1962 through May of 1965. Great memories from the Airmen's Club, the ladies in town. I used to drive a 1956 Ford that I purchased from Jerry Hunsucker. I remember the guys well. Jerry Hunsucker, Charlie Harris, Victor Cheek, Vic Bowman, etc. We had a blast.
Date/Time of Posting: Apr 22 2009 / 18:17:53
name = Ronald Walker
where = Gun Barell City, Texas
Harmon_Memories = From Aug 1955 to Jan 1957, I was stationed with the 6614th Air Transport Squadron at Harmon Newfoundland. Not much to do there but go to the base movie (or if desperate, go to the movie in the Patch). Stepehville, Newfoundland, was no place for a Texas boy to be stationed, especially during the Winter months.....it was cooollllldddd. The 6614th were housed in barracks J-9. Our hanger was close to the terminal. We had 6 C-119s and 6 C-54s when I got there. Right before I rotated, one C-119 went down on the icecap making a barell drop, but everyone got back ok, thank goodness. My roommates were Harry L. Oren, Owen T. McCann, and James Cox. If any of you were in the squadron at about the same time, give me a buzz. Hope you all have done well and are in good health.
Date/Time of Posting: Jul 31 2009 / 16:53:37
name = Bob Allbright
where = Houston, Texas
Harmon_Memories = We lived in Stephenville in 1956-1957. Dad was with J.A.Jones Const. doing some contract work on the base so I attended 5th grade with the A.F. brats. What a great time we had! I remember the snow piled over the windows, the barracks where we all lived, the fishing pier, going to pick up freshly baked bread and getting home with only a few crumbs....Gosh, it tasted so good on a cold dark night! Also remember hearing about "tripod" the 3 legged dog who rode the bus all over the base! Great memories! Glad I found this web site!
Date/Time of Posting: Aug 15 2009 / 13:33:27
name = Jim Blackburn
where = Tequesta, FL
Harmon_Memories = It was early 1955 when I arrived at EHAFB. Was a C-119 pilot assigned to the 6614th ATS. We had 2 flights in the squadron...C-119s (Kamakazi Flight) & C-54s (Home free). Realized early on that 4 engines were better than 2, flying the Arctic & checked out on the C-54s. The "Patch" (downtown Stephenville) looked like a town out of the wild west, but without hitching rails for the horses. Had many happy memories with top crews and more than a few characters. Left the USAF in Jan. 1957 to join Eastern Air Lines as a pilot for 31+ years. Who was Base Commander in those years?? It was said that he had been a pilot on Doolittle's B-25 raid on Tokyo. My E-mail address is: . Let's share memories.
Date/Time of Posting: Nov 16 2009 / 16:37:10
name = Pat (Hunt) Spear
where = South Paris, Maine
Harmon_Memories = We arrived on the William Carson Ferry in Aug 1964. My Dad was SSGT John F. Hunt. I found radishes growing in the yard at Rose Ave. I thought they grew wild in NFLD! I was only 7. Dad was a meteorologist and was proud of his record of never losing a plane. He did the weather on tv. My parents wouldn't let my brother or I drink the water or the milk or go swimming in the ocean. We got to drink "cold drink" (soda) and thought that was pretty special. I remember Lots and Lots of snow and missing many days not due to snow but due to the wind chill factor. I have the school yearbooks for the 2 years we were there. We left in May 1966 taking many discounted goods with us. Our family left during a cold snap and ended up in Hampton, Virginia during a heat wave (or at least that is the "legend").
Date/Time of Posting: Nov 23 2009 / 10:49:19
name = Andrew Rucci
where = New Port Richey, Florida
Harmon_Memories = I was station at Harmon from Feb.1964 to Sept.1965. I was with the 4081st Supply Squadron. I used to drive a 1963 black Chrysler. Some of the guys I was stationed with and worked with were Andy Lanzaro, Ed Vistanski, Larry Davis, Jerry Ennis, Tom Devlin, Jerry Wallace, Dusty Wasdin, and others. I worked for Lt. Jorgensen in the warehouse office building on the second floor. The building was towards to back of the base. At the time, I was seeing Dorothy Strickland who was a Newfoundlander who worked and lived on base. I would like to put a reunion together or make contact with some of the old guys. If anyone has any information on some of the guys mentioned above or any others, could you please contact me. I would appreciate anyone's help. Thank-you. arucci@tampabay.rr.com
Date/Time of Posting: Dec 17 2009 / 21:13:37
name = Patricia (Martin)Domingo
where = Hawaii
Harmon_Memories = My father, Sgt. Walton Martin of the US Army was stationed at Ernest Harmon 1957 - 1959. He was the engineer on the ocean going diesel tug boat. I remember being a child there, going to school, making friends. I remember the closeness of the community and how everyone cared for and watched out for everyone else. I have nothing but wonderful memories of our short time there and would love to visit. Thank you for this great site!
Date/Time of Posting: Mar 02 2010 / 10:54:34
name = Ray Vitori
where = Pennsylvania
Harmon_Memories = I was the assistant crew chief on KC-97 907 that crashed on December 19, 1964. With the exception of that dark and fateful period of time, I hold many wonderful memories of my tour at Harmon. Harmon was a great base with some of the most wonderful people. The town of Stephenville and the base has provided many people with a lifetime of great memories.
Date/Time of Posting: Mar 02 2010 / 18:55:33
name = Larry O'Quinn
where = North Carolina
Harmon_Memories = I was stationed at Harmon Air Force Base from 1959-1961, 18 months tour of duty. Assigned to the 4081st Combat Defense Squadron. (Air Police) Enjoyed the tour, can't forget the chill factors, very cold weather, and patroling around the KC-97 Air Refueling Aircraft and flight line areas. We stayed in the old barracks area not far from the Base theater.
Date/Time of Posting: Apr 02 2010 / 19:17:04
name = Kenneth C. Whitaker ( Whit )
where = Canton N. C.
Harmon_Memories = I was station at Harmon fron sept 1960 thru nov 1962. Moved up there from Barksdale afb with the 376 ars sqd. I was a crew chief on kc97 aircraft with 4082 cams sqd.I have some good members of Harmon and some not so good but all in all it wasn't so bad. I would do it again in a heart beat .
Date/Time of Posting: Apr 02 2010 / 21:16:53
name = Rick Pachosa
where = Little Rock Arkansas
Harmon_Memories = I was stationed at Earnest Harmon from Dec.1960 until July 1962 . I was an Assistant crew chief on a KC-97 Aircraft ,my Crew Chief was S/Sgt Roderick (Red) Goodwin . I lived in the 6 story Harmon Hilton 4081st CAMS Barracks . I have kept in touch with a few others who were there at the time and we all seem to remember the fun times and let the bad ones pass . I have followed this thread for several years , and always intended to post a comment as soon as someone that I remembered posted . How you doing Whit ?
Date/Time of Posting: May 01 2010 / 09:46:45
name = Willy Hill
where = Wilsonville, Oregon
Harmon_Memories = Hello, I attended Harmon High in '63 and '64 and graduated 1965 in Wichita, Ks. Some of my fondest memories are of my friends on the "ROCK". If anyone knows when the next reunion is I would love to know. The best to all you "Harmonites"
Date/Time of Posting: May 09 2010 / 08:14:59
name = John Hill
where = Columbus, NC
Harmon_Memories = I was in the Weather Detatchment at Harmon from 64-65 and remember the KC97 crash. I had been stationed at March AFB in S. California and asked for a transfer to a base with more weather. "Ask and ye shall receive...." I remember reserving seats in the lounge for Hockey Night in Canada on Sat nights. Seemed like every bar and restaurant had Country & Western music. The summer nights were twilight all night. I needed a ride to work in the alert facility in a snow plow.....lots of snow. The BX was resupplied by boat once a month...big day! Newfie Bullet ran grocery orders to St. John's. I turned 21 there, got an early out for Christmas.
Date/Time of Posting: Jun 05 2010 / 19:26:40
name = James K. Sikes
where = Maryville, TN
Harmon_Memories = I was stationed at Harmon AFB form 1963 to 1965. I was in the 4081 Combat Defense Squadron. My first child was born there. I left EHAFB and changed career fields and finished out my 20 years in the Air Weather Service. If you remember me feel free to e-mail me jassikes@hotmail.com
Date/Time of Posting:Jun 10 2010 / 06:03:53
name = deborah coil
where = covington ga
Harmon_Memories = Newfoundland was my favorite place we were stationed. My dad was mst srgt william t warren. we were there from 1957 to 1960? I went to kindergarten and 1st grade there. I remember the school having an ice sculpture contest and we made a ice whale. we lived on a hill overlooking the school. I remember horses from town would get on the base and the aps would come in their jeeps to round them up.I loved fishing there I remember catching flounder and and everyone just picking up fish off the beach when the smelt ? ran.We used to pick berries in the woods and my mom would make jelly from them we used to call them google berries but they were probably goose berries. Does anyone else remember stories about a quicksand well where you could here a child crying? Thank you all for sharing your memories it brought back many fond memories for me.
Date/Time of Posting:Jun 21 2010 / 21:20:19
name = Kenneth A. Smith
where = Mesa, AZ
Harmon_Memories = I was TDY twicw to EHAFB. I was with the 55th KC-97 tankers and was at the base twice. Attached to the SAC group and found the people at the base and Stephenville to be great. The times we fall 56 and spring 58. Saw sever great photos and it sure brought back memories.
Date/Time of Posting: Jul 29 2010 / 16:08:52
name = John Chaulk
where = Stephenville, Newfoundland (EHAFB)
Harmon_Memories = I grew up in Whites Trailor Park. I met many Americans and had many American friends. We were all kids back then. If anyone would like photos taken of specific areas, I'm still here working and living and would love to rekindle any memories that ya'll have with the town. My dad was employed as a baker with the USAF in Goose Bay, Labrador. I work with the local telephone company and frequent the 640th ACWRON Pinetree Radar Site (The Hill.) We have cell towers there. Would love to hear from anyone that served our little town back then.... and hey.. Thank you for your service. Stephenville will not forget you... Ever! chaulky@hotmail.com
Date/Time of Posting: Aug 04 2010 / 09:07:56
name = Justo E. Pinera Jr.
where = New Castle, DE
Harmon_Memories = I was stationed at Harmon from August 1950 to February 1952. I was with the 6602nd Air Police Squadron. We arrived as a group and were trained as APs.(OJT). Didn't have any other choice. The Korean was had just started and they had rushed us thru basic training. I have looked for some of my buddies from that era, and found a couple. Would like to find more. If anyone knows of any friends or relatives that were there in that period please ask them to contact me. I also would like to find out about some of the civilian ladies that worked as telephone operators. They were great talking to us on the telephone keeping us awake during the long cold nights on guard duty. I really enjoyed being stationed there. Great people. jepinera@netzero.net
Date/Time of Posting: Aug 18 2010 / 20:27:05
name = John Oyer
where = Riverside, Oh.
Harmon_Memories = I was born at Ernest Harmon Air Force Base, 62... My Father was stationed there at the time...If anyone would like to contact me, feel free to do so! I am at facebook.(John Oyer-my picture is of my white cat)
Date/Time of Posting: Aug 22 2010 / 08:48:35
name = JC Williams
where = Federal Way, Washington
Harmon_Memories = Station at Harmon from April of 1965 to December of 1966 was in the 4081st Combat Defense Squadron. Here is a video of the base that was made in July of 2002. Stephenville Video
Date/Time of Posting: Sep 20 2010 / 17:24:39
name = Bennett Gordon
where = new YORK city
Harmon_Memories = I was station there may 1954 to DEC 1955 i was with 6605TH msgroup
Date/Time of Posting: Oct 02 2010 / 14:32:25
name = Carrie (Carolyn) Russell
where = stephenville nf
Harmon_Memories = I'm looking for people I babysat for in the 60's. Charles J. Bonnett, wife Magda and children Fran and Charlene who lived on Beach St.Stephenville. He was a pilot. Michael Jolly and wife Patty who lived on Rose Avenue Stephenville. If anyone knows of these people please let them know that I've been looking for them a long time and to please get in touch if possible.
Date/Time of Posting: Oct 03 2010 / 10:13:17
name = Polly Roberts
where = Dover NH
Harmon_Memories = I just stumbled on this site. What a blast from the past. My daughter and I arrived at Harmon just a week before the KC97 crash. My surname was Prince then. My ex-husband was a crew chief on a KC97. We lived on Hillview, with a view of the base. The crash actually awakened my daughter. My younger daughter was born at Harmon. I remember so many friends in Stephenville. We left in Nov. 1965, for Forbes. I remember cryibg in the arms of a Newfoundlander friend, "How can I live away from the sea?" I can still close my eyes and remember the view of the bay from the front yard.
Date/Time of Posting: Oct 09 2010 / 17:47:41
name = Joseph Allender
where = Rapid City, SD
Harmon_Memories = I served in the 52nd Air Rescue Sqdn. from 51 to 53. I left a week before the SB-29 crashed into St. Georges Bay. I returned in September 2010 with my daughter and discovered that the Base is still there and looked great. I visited Stephenville and was greeted by the Mayor and many other nice folks. I think of my time there in the 50s and stil keep in touch with about 20 or so fellow servicemen.
Date/Time of Posting: Oct 28 2010 / 16:49:56
name = David Kelly Alexander
where = Stephenville Newfoundland
Harmon_Memories = Hi everyone..I've been reading all of the great memories and I really enjoyed them. I just wanted to say hi to everyone. my father worked on the Harmon base as a civilian mechanic, his name was Norman Alexander, he had a lot of great friends there. he would be age 88 now, he passed away in 66 after the base closed. I was 8 years old but I can remember a lot of good things. the base was the best thing that ever happened to Stephenville. PS. Our winters are not so bad anymore.
Date/Time of Posting: Nov 30 2010 / 00:08:27
name = Les Strouse
where = Thailand
Harmon_Memories = I was a C-54 pilot in 4087th ATS 1959 until it folded in 1960.
Was transferred to 1624 Support Squadron MATS as an Air Transportation Officer in the MATS Terminal until I left in 1962. I was an IP in the C-47 as additional duty.
My son and daughter were both adopted in Newfie.
Date/Time of Posting: Dec 04 2010 / 12:42:58
name = Edward Prasifka
where = Barracks and Silver Apts
Harmon_Memories = I served two tours at Harmon 1953-1955 and 1958-1961. I me t my wife at Harmon,she worked for Base Houseing.This was on my first tour. We married in 1955 in New Waterford, Nova Scotia, my wife's home town. On my second tour we lived in Silvers Apt. My wife the worked at the Bank of Montreal. I worked in Combat Operations in the basement of Wing Headquarters. I have found memories of Harmon.
Date/Time of Posting: Dec 05 2010 / 19:09:42
name = James Kevin Smith
where = Waycross, Ga
Harmon_Memories = My father was a Boom operator there in the 1950's and 1960's. I remember all the snow, camp 33, watermelon at the NCO club. Father name was June Kenneth (Smitty) Smith. Mother is Ann Smith, Brother John Kenneth Smith(Ken)the soccer jock at the high school. Moved to Travis AFB in 1964.
Date/Time of Posting: Dec 06 2010 / 20:49:40
name = Ken Smith
where = San Rafael, CA
Harmon_Memories = We moved to Harmon from March AFB in Riverside CA arriving in Nfld late December 1962. Coming off the C-118 we could barely see the MATS Terminal due to the snowdrift that was as high as the building. My dad was a boom operator, flying on a KC-97 crew. I don't think I ever got used to the 9 month winters. We did have some good times at the Teen Center and our 1964 Harmon High Soccer team was undefeated. We moved to Travis AFB near San Francisco in July 1965 after I graduated from Harmon High. I drove back up to Harmon in May '66 for a brief visit. The base closed that summer.
Date/Time of Posting: Dec 26 2010 / 12:19:05
name = Bob Smith
where = Rutherfordton NC
Harmon_Memories = Hello Everyone; I was stationed at EHAFB from 62-63. 4081st CAM Lived on the 3rd floor of the Harmon Hilton. Roomie was Don Minnish, 59 T-bird. We worked in the hanger. Drove the eculid tow vehicle during the white outs. Winston Landers taught me how to smoke. Would like to hear from anyone with great memories.
Date/Time of Posting: Dec 21 2010 / 16:46:55
name = Patricia
where = Ocean Springs, MS
Harmon_Memories = My father was stationed at Ernest Harmon Air Force Base 1952 to 1957. I was born 1955. Two boys were born the same day. I would like to talk to the two boys who are now men (LOL) To see where life has taken them. My parents are now deceased. Any information someone could provide would be greatly appreciated. Send me an email at patwheel123@att.net
Date/Time of Posting: Dec 30 2010 / 13:44:13
name = Linda White McFarland
where = Ft. Worth, TX
Harmon_Memories = My Dad, Sgt. Jimmie L. White Jr. was stationed at Harmon around 56-59. My brother and I were born at the Hosp. and delivered by my Dad's boss the Flight Surgeon, Dr. Huff. My Dad passed away stationed at Carswell AFB in 1972. He always told us stories of Newfoundland and must have had a wonderful time there. Wish I had some memories but was only 2 when we left. I do have some great old slides he took while we were there.
Date/Time of Posting: Jan 08 2011 / 21:30:50
name = John A Cranmer
where = Evanston Wyoming
Harmon_Memories = My dad was assigned to EHAFB we arrive in spring 1960, Fun place we had the best sledding hill behind our housing unit. Fun times at camp 33, Kiddie bingo at the NCO club, being snowed in at school for several hours, going to the teen club with my brother, community event were a big deal, Mom worked at the Officers Club, My dad worked on the other side of the base and still caught me crossing the main drag by the commissary to take a dip in the creek. Getting stuck in the creek in the spring, walking where I shouldn't be, seeing very little sun, Attended 1,2, 3, grade there. The only person I can remember was Steve Barr. I remember the F102 going in to the drink of the end of the runway and the fuel pump house blowing up, and the alert for the Cuban Missile Crises. Yes it was a very memorable place to be. My hat is off to all who served and serve today.
Date/Time of Posting: Jan 15 2011 / 06:29:12
name = keith roop
where = eastlake oh
Harmon_Memories = was in cds from 62-63 s/sgt hipple was flight sgt. i was a com plotter. had a lot of fun up there. would love to hear from anyone who was there
Date/Time of Posting: Jan 17 2011 / 03:17:20
name = George Hamilton
where = Clinton, Maryland
Harmon_Memories = Hard to type because of the water in my eyes!!!!! Loved Harmon. My Father was stationed there in the Comm Squadron (Crypto Maintenance)63 to 65. Oh the snow, so much snow.I was in school there (8, 8, 9th grade). Remember the trip with the band back from Corner Brook when the snow was sooo bad that the base sent snow plows to help us back to the base. Some of the friends were Bob Bonham, Rickie Lane, Carl Renee, amongst others that time has made me forget. First crush was Nancy Tally. Would love to hear from anyone that may remember me or my sisters, Annamae, Nancy, Judy or Joan. E-Mail TrashChan@Live.com
Date/Time of Posting: Feb 11 2011 / 14:50:55
name = Edwin Moelder
where = Greeley Colorado USA
Harmon_Memories = Stationed there 1961 - 1963 with 1933rd AFCS as a Microwave Radio Relay Equipment Repairman. Did Amateur Radio as WA4DQL/VO1 at a club station up the hill in the basement off an Officers Barracks. Great memories! Now K4VOV.
Date/Time of Posting: Feb 15 2011 / 05:22:17
name = John Hartnett
where = Bedford, New Hampshire
Harmon_Memories = I was stationed at Harmon from 1963 to 1965. I worked for AFRTS and did the evening newscast for CBC. Also radio news. I have great memories of those years. Worked with a great crew and loved going into Stephenville for fun and sport. We played the first recordings of the Beatles, Bob Dylan, and many others. The biggest hit on the radio back then was Louis Armstrong's Hello Dolly...
Date/Time of Posting: Apr 25 2011 / 12:55:52
name = Justo E. Pinera Jr
where = New Castle, Delaware USA
Harmon_Memories = I was stationed at Harmon from Aug 1950 to Feb 1952. The Korean war had just started while I was in Basic training at Lacklend AFB in Texas. We were assigned to the 6602nd Air Police Squadron. We had no choice to our assigment. We trained during our hours off duty to be AP's. Loved it being in Newfoundland. When we returned to the states we tried to get reasigned back there. The people there were wonderful. I remember some of the young ladies that worked as telephone operators. I only remember one named Loretta McIssac. We spent many hours on the Phone talking to them while on the night shift from midnight to 8 am. Another place we loved was Corner Brook. I used to date a young lady by the name of Sylvia Mitchel. She had a sister named Marie. She dated a fellow named Jimmy Finley. I would love to hear from any of the fellows or ladies that were there at that time or anyone related to them.
Date/Time of Posting: Jun 19 2011 / 14:01:42
name =Frank Schurott
Harmon_Memories = I was stationed on Pine tree from 57 to 59. I seen one of the come home year pictures on a Stephenville site of a few guys fron the radar site. Nice to remember the beautiful place.
Date/Time of Posting: Aug 18 2011 / 13:45:27
name = Forehand Paul L
where = Tomball, Texas
Harmon_Memories = I was transferred from LRAFB To EHAFB in 1964. I was assigned to ACFT 1964-1965. During that time I helped launch and recover and provide maintenance for The KC97. I lived in the 6 story Harmon Hotel. I have some fond memories at the base, town, the locals, etc. this time in my life was exiting an adventure, an sometimes frightening with the snow, wind, and ice near the rotating propellers. I made it back to the warm air in South Texas and I'm glad I made the trip to EHAFB. this is a great site to share, thank you........
Date/Time of Posting: Sep 11 2011 / 14:30:19
name = Remy Abeyta
where = Cheyenne, WY
Harmon_Memories = I arrived at Harmon AFB on the Labor Day weekend in 1961. I was assigned to the Propeller Shop supporting the KC-97 aircraft. I resided on the top floor of the Harmon Hilton. I recall the big snow storms and high winds accompanied by giant snowdrifts which buried cars out in the parking lot by the hangar where I worked. I started playing with a country band called "The Drifters" shortly after arriving at the base. We played all the clubs on base. So if you went out dancing at the NCO club, Salty Dog club or Airman's club you may recall our little band. I would like to make contact with anyone who may remembers me from those days, co-workers or band members alike. I was fortunate enough to meet up with MSgt. James Harmon shortly before my retirement from the Air Force in 1977. James and I battled many a blizzard removing and replacing those 'danged' propellers on the KC-97s. I left Harmon AFB in March 1963. You may contact me at abeytas@live.com
Date/Time of Posting: Oct 13 2011 / 23:50:05
name = Tim Sawyer
where = Clarksville TN
Harmon_Memories = My father was stationed there in 1957 (not sure when he arrived) as a weapon's troop working on F-89s. He's shared fond memories of Newfoundland and Stephenville. Some of his friends were: Sgt. Moe, Robert Poe, and Bill Norwicky, to name a few. He and I talk often when we're together about our Air Force days. I retired after a 20 year career. Oh, another friend was Johnny Fornash. My father's name is Ben Sawyer, Jr. and he lives in Morgan, Georgia. If his name or any of the others ring a bell, please e-mail me so I can pass this along to him. He loves telling the stories about his time there and would love to hear from his Air Force buddies. Aim High - Air Force! sawyerx4@bellsouth.net
Date/Time of Posting: Oct 31 2011 / 17:09:11
name = Don English
where = Tyner NC
Harmon_Memories = Stationed at Harmon 1962-1964. Assigned to P3 Instrument Trainer Shop. Enjoyed the beautiful country and the guys I worked with. Went from there to Grand Forks ND!
Date/Time of Posting: Nov 15 2011 / 08:45:10
name = Ron Borne
where = Lititz Pa.
Harmon_Memories = My brother Mike was borne at Harmon April 1954. Dad was with weather detachment until 1957? Tech Sgt. retired at McGuire as CMSGT great to hear the stories.
Date/Time of Posting: Dec 25 2011 / 10:09:03
name = Bob Sexton
where = Louisiana
Harmon_Memories = It's Christmas today, and I received a Christmas card from a Harmon High friend, so I've been thinking of Christmas at Harmon, 1964. As I recall it was the first clear day after weeks of the regular overcast and snows. Everyone was out and visiting. We lived in one of the three 8-plexes on Montana Dr and they were loaded with good friends. I recall how pretty Cheryl Sampson and Kathy Myers looked in their parkas that day. And there was George Hamilton (and his sisters but I can't remember their names)and Carl Renee. Visiting with Rick Podgorski, Bill Emminger, walking through the residential area. Had hot cider, cookies etc at half-a-dozen places. Wonderful times.
Date/Time of Posting: Jan 06 2012 / 07:57:26
name = jerome (jerry) clark
where = louisvile,ky
Harmon_Memories = I was stationed at Harmon afb from January 1954-december 1955. I played musuic with Hank Newman (western Ramblers). I was in air rescue, at one time the only electrician for the group. Y J Allen played steel guitar, Hank newman played the piano & sang. At first we had an Indian from Okla. played guitar & later had a fellow fron the army engg. from Owensboro, ky playing the guitar. We had an army sgt. named Ed who played the guitar & sang country. We have not been able to find the drummer but he was from s carolina. I played the bass. I have many fond memories of my time there & met many many friends. I am a retired project Manager from louisville, ky & a retired electrician from ibew/local 369. Married a girl from louisville , had three kids, 4 grandkids & 1 great grand kid. We played music 6 night a week & played the nco club on Sunday afternoon & night. I will always thank the Lord for all the friends both military & civilian that i met & enjoyed there co, Thanks to all for a good time......
Date/Time of Posting: Jan 13 2012 / 16:47:00
name = jerome (jerry) clark
where = louisville ky
Harmon_Memories = I was an Aircraft Electrician with the 52 Air Rescue Sqd. I arrived at the base in January 1954 & left in December 1955. I came over on a ship called the pvt valdez. Y J Allen was wkth me on this trip. We played music with a group called the Western Ramblers while at this base. I played the bass, Hank Newman on panio & singer. Ed Pierce played rhythm & was a singer. Jim Craig leed guitar, Y J Allen steel-fiddle-lead guitar, & Bill Walker on drums. I have many fond memories & would like to hear from anyone around this time. We played music at the contractors club, airmans club, mco club, officers club, the Catholic Parrish Hall in NFLD Crossing& a club in the town of Stephenville. We had H-19 Helecopters, b-29's with a boat attached to the belliy of the b-29 & one c54 which was converted to a private plane for a general who stayed at Peppermill, st john's nfld.James Craig & Ed Pierce were in the Army Engg: Building a road at the base & to a radar site. Later when James Craig left we aquired a fellow by the name of James Case from Owensboro,ky to play leed guitar. Ed Pierce was the Army Mess sgt. & live in st. george nfld with his family. I was in the specilist group along with h newman, bill walker. Newman was a prop man & bill was hyd. specilist. Our first sgt was from Hawaii & we had two sgt who covered the flight line. We had a coffee shop in the hanger & the specilists group was in charge of this facility We kept a coffee pot full & in the mornings we received & bought bak ery goods. The hanger would hold two b-29;s plus a helecopter. We performed our inspections of the planes in the hanger. yj,walker, & i bought an old plymouth from an airman going back to the states & we used this as our transportation to the hanger & playing music. It is hard to try & remember names but later on i will write some more to this story. I fully enjoyed my stay here & traveled by boat to new york to be discharges at Manhatten afb on Long Island
Date/Time of Posting: Jan 16 2012 / 14:22:00
name = Bill Bader (AKA Yogi)
where = West Palm Beach, Fl
Harmon_Memories = Was stationed at Harmon from August 1960 to Feb. 1962. Lived in the Harmon Hiltons (6 story barracks) on the 5th floor. We recently had a reunion after 48 years. Lots of laughs and good times. The clubs, downtown, were known as the "Flower Shops", Clover Club and Red Rose. I remember a small Take Out, just outside the main gate, that had the best French Fries with gravy.
Date/Time of Posting: Jan 21 2012 / 12:30:22
name = James Holan
where = Madison, Mn
Harmon_Memories = Notice the name YJ Allen mentioned a couple of times. I knew Young John Allen. I lived in apt next to the sister of Delores who married YJ. Went to a dance one night where he was in the band along with my wife and his soon to be wife. Wife and I were in their wedding party. Also went fishing with him and her sister (Curly and Tom Hoskins). I found them on here a couple of years ago and YJ Allen called me from Florida. Had a nice talk. Delores had passed away. I was in the 823rd army engineers at the time I was there from 55 to 57. Just thought I would throw this out there for what it is worth.
Date/Time of Posting: Feb 05 2012 / 20:15:02
name = Lou Heydet
where = Warren, Connecticut
Harmon_Memories = Lived in the Harmon Hilton, room 523 with Ron Kostamo from 1960 to 1962. I was an Assistant C/C on A/C 904 With S/Sgt Monty D. Sayers and S/Sgt Bill Bottoms. Eleven of us with wives held our first reunion 48 years later at the Wright-Patterson Air Museum, our third reunion is coming up in 2012. I really enjoyed my time in Newfoundland and now by email and reunions with some great friends, email ljh8888@aol.com
Date/Time of Posting: Feb 11 2012 / 19:54:03
name = Russell Townsend
where = Mustang, Oklahoma
Harmon_Memories = Was stationed at Harmon AFB from 1960 thru 1962, 4081 CAMS, lived in the 5th floor with my roommate Mike Labanon from Pearl City Hawaii. Many Great Friends from there, Ron Kostamo, Ron Sicina, Lou Heydet, Gary Pinson, Ken Melin, Don Reynolds, Dorvin Amundson, Tommy Lewis. Were going to all meet in Colorado Springs this next May 3, 2012. We were all KC-97 types, good times!
Date/Time of Posting: Feb 24 2012 / 19:49:41
name = Bob Branco
where = Philadelphia, PA
Harmon_Memories = remembering the Bob Hope USO Christmas Show in December of 1961. sat on the floor in the first row. Bob Hope pick out my buddy next to me to go on stage with Jayne Mansfield to dance "the twist" I have some great photos i cherish to this day. I was in the 4081 st transportation squadron 1961 to 1962. I was on the base softball team the summer of 1962. We won the 8th air force championship that year. THANKS FOR THE MEMORIES. email: grandpa1138@comcast.net
Date/Time of Posting: Mar 08 2012 / 09:00:09
name = Neil Toeppe
where = Ohio
Harmon_Memories = Was stationed at Harmon in 1965 & 1966. Discharged Nov 3, 1966 just before the base closed. Was an AP and Col. Edington was my handball partner several times. Sure do remember the snow and the wind.
Date/Time of Posting: Mar 14 2012 / 09:26:46
name = Richard H Hayes
where = Toledo Ohio
Harmon_Memories = Stationed at Harmon 1964 through 1966. Served as Base Cop till discharged. Loved the area and have been back twice for the bi-annual air show. Have many memories of events that occurred during my time there. Most humbling memory was the KC 97 tanker crash while I was on duty. Even today the pond it went into is an eerie sight. The approach lights that were hit are in the same condition today as they were that horrible night.
Date/Time of Posting: Mar 31 2012 / 14:17:36
name = Bryan Anderson
where = Port Orchard, Wa
Harmon_Memories = Was there from '59-'63. Many good memories of the place. My dad was Dep. Operations Officer and we lived on base. Did a lot of fishing, playing golf, bowling, ice hockey, sledding, riding the base loop bus, teen clubing. Mosquitoes in the short summer, SNOW and WIND he rest of the year! Had school in three different buildings, the last one was the new High School up on the hill. They built that one over a filled in bog. Lots of good memories. Would love to go back some day and show my family the place.
Date/Time of Posting: Apr 12 2012 / 12:57:50
name = Peter Crawford
where = Turbeville S.C.
Harmon_Memories = got to Harmon Jan. 1959 with my twin brother Paul.. just out of basic training... went to Macdill until December 58 then went to Harmon until Sept.60.. was there when the C-124 crashed after takeoff from Harmon we were in the air police... We guarded the site until they got rid of it Pete Anders was our best friend.. We went back to Homestead AFB in Sept 60 on Oct 9th 1961 we got in a car wreck and my brother Paul got killed... and i got out of the AF.. Pete Anders if you read this I would like to hear from you..... email: petercrawford40@att.net thanks.
Date/Time of Posting: Apr 18 2012 / 04:52:19
name = Donald Reynolds
where = Lake Isabella/Mtn. Mesa, Calif.
Harmon_Memories = Served 1960/l962 Lived in Harmon Hilton 5th floor last room at the end of the hall way. Remember the heat was down and a glass of water on the table turned to ice over night. Worked as support on the alert crew and the Bob Hope christmas tour had dinner with us in the mole hole setting with us at the tables just like one of us. Received my 3rd strip and was sen to Davis Mouthan A.F.B. Tucson Ariz.
Date/Time of Posting: May 27 2012 / 16:52:19
name = Charlie Laper
where = Greenville, Michigan
Harmon_Memories = I was a member of the original 61st Fighter Squadron to go to Harmon...we arrived the 1st part of July, 1953, and received out F-94 B a/c a couple of weeks later.....that fall, we lost a pilot and RO in a nighttime crash near the Base...later that fall, we "traded in" our F-94 Bs for some F-89 Cs that hadn't been used for months...then next year we got 25 brand new F-89 Ds straight from the factory...I recall early one evening standing on the flightline, watching a "scrambled" plane take off (they hadn't finished our alert hangers yet)..we watched it lift off the end of the short runway, and suddenly, it disappeared into the ocean...that was another set of aircrew members we lost....and I also remember "Tripod" the little dog that lost one of his legs in a propeller accident.......anyone that was there during my time (July, '53 - July '55) might remember me playing drums in bands (during off-duty times) at the Airmen';s Club NCO Club..Officer's Club and the Civilian Contractor's Club...I loved playing Wednesday nights at the NCO Club with the Band Squadron's 18 piece big band...our 1st winter at Harmon ('53-54) was worse that the second..being from Michigan, I was used to cold weather, but not the amount of snow that we got that year.....i have many great memories of Harmon and Stephenville...when we were there, Stephenville looked almost like an old Western town...dirt roads and wooden sidewalks....oh, yes, upon our arrival, they didn't have our barracks built, so we were housed in the BOQs 'til early the next spring when we were moved to (as I recall) barracks L-7...right next to our chow hall...
Date/Time of Posting: Jun 19 2012 / 18:56:57
name = Ron Reisener
where = Illinois
Harmon_Memories = Many of these posts unfortunately concern the loss of friends or relatives who served at EHAFB. I would like to add (4) Army Engineers (823 AEB) who were killed by a runaway Turnadozer while working on the bypass road. I don't remember their names after all these years, but I would like to mention their Cold War sacrifice.
Date/Time of Posting: Jun 26 2012 / 15:20:53
name = John Chaulk
where = Stephenville, Newfoundland.
Harmon_Memories = I am a Newfoundlander. Born and raised here. I grew up in Ray Whites Trailer Park. My dad was a baker and cook for the U.S.A.F. I take pictures of the area now and send them to you folks that wish to see how things look now as compared to then. Please feel free to email me a request of any pictures. Love to take them and send to ya'll. Thanks for your service. Stephenville will never forget you! :-) chaulky@hotmail.com
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