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(VERY Unofficial and Informal WebSite)
Tom Wharton (Ssgt): Utah. RAF Bentwaters, Crew Chief on F-4's until we converted to the A-10 Thunderbolt II. Assigned to the 92nd FS and 78th (Snakepit- RAF Woodbridge). Also assigned to "Job Control" as a "Board Controller". Lived at RAF Wethersfield base housing, heck of a drive back then but looking back, I loved it and all the fun/hard times I had. I Was lucky enough to be stationed in the UK three times. RAF Lakenheath 1972-75, RAF Bentwaters 1977-80 and RAF Lakenheath 1991-96 (Retired at this base). Now a F-16 Program Manager for Litton/TASC, 801-775-9577. 10/24/00
Ray L Wheat: Baltimore, MD. RAF Shepherds Grove, Apr 1957-1958 (closing), Motor Pool. RAF Woodbridge, 1958-Apr 1960. Married Iris Morgan Jun 28, 1958. Reassigned to Kirtland AFB, Albuquerque, NM, Apr 1960. Retired in Jun 1976. 10/01/00
Darren White: Hattiesburg, Mississippi. RAF Bentwaters, 1960's. I was born at the 81st Tactical Hospital in 1961 while my father was stationed there. 2/20/01
Neil White: Pittsburgh, PA. RAF Woodbridge, 1987-89, 91st Tac Ftr Sq. I served 2 years at Zweibrucken, Air Base, 38th TRS, then one year at Scott AFB, IL. I was married in Baia Mare, Romania in 1991. I separated in 1992, moved back to my hometown of Fort Smith, Arkansas, and graduated from John Brown University. I'm an Operations Instructor for the FedEx Ground University. I am looking for Danny Castro, Jason Cook, and Rita Koch. 9/13/03
Mike Whitman: Audubon, New Jersey. RAF Bentwaters/RAF Woodbridge, Feb 1970-Apr 1973. 81st Security Police Squadron. Can't believe this site exist. Did both Law Enforcement and Security while there. Also played soccer with base team. I only remember Father O'Leary, TSGT Lewis from the soccer team. Also ran track and Cross Country. Would like to hear from others who were stationed there around that time.12/02/98
Larry K. Wildman: High Wycombe, Bucks and Indianapolis, IN. RAF Bentwaters/RAF Woodbridge/Martlesham Heath. 1963-67, 2164 Comm Sq Cmdr Maj(then Lt Col) Mutch. Larry is now a DoD Civilian at RAF Daws Hill (Formerly High Wycombe). Wife is from Ipswich. In contact with SSgt Don Bowers (Retired Major) living in Dayton, OH. Now back in USA, Indianapolis, Indiana. A lot had changed in the 30 years between USAF tour and DoD Civilian tour. It costs a lot more as well. 12/15/02 Always enjoy your site. Many Memories. 03/25/06
Mitch Wiley: RAF Bentwaters/RAF Woodbridge, Firefighter/Rescueman 1975-78. Names I recall: Bob Quackenbush (New York), Dennis Reilly (Boston), Bob Tiernan (New York), Lanny Caudill (lifer), Bob Perez (now Santa Barbara County Fire). Lived in Ipswich, then base housing at RAF Wethersfield. Drove a blue NSU then an RD250 or a gold Toyota. Married to my worse nightmare (Jodi), son Chad born at RAF Lakenheath 1976. Thanks for the memories, see if any one remembers me. Mitch's Memories and Pic's.12/26/98
Patrick Wilkinson: Malverne, NY. RAF Bentwaters, 1961-64, FMS AGE Shop Crew Chief, PE Section. This site brings back som very pleasant memories of the base and surrounding area. 4/13/00
Barbara Williams: Las Vegas, Nevada. RAF Wethersfield, RAF Upper Heyford, 1961-74. I was the wife of L A 'Zeke' Williams. My maiden name was New. Sad to say we divorced in 1997 after 34 years of marriage and Zeke died on December 10th 2000. I would like anyone who remembers me to e-mail me, it would mean so much. Thanks for the memories. 1/18/01
David Williams: Sprucehead, Maine. RAF Bentwaters, 1983-86, 81st Security Police Squadron. Are there any old 'DELT Dogs', 'Mess with the best and die like the rest' or any of Kenny Reeds 'A' Flight animals still kickin? 8/30/01
Jack L Williams: New Albany, Indiana 47150. RAF Bruntingthorpe, RAF South Ruislip, RAF Mildenhall, May 1962, Aug 1968-Sep 1973. 8/01/01
Jim Williams: Indiana. RAF Woodbridge, 1985-89. Firefighter looking for old friends. 2/26/99
Maureen A. Williams nee Horsup: Winchester, Virginia. RAF Bentwaters, Dec 1962-Jan 1966, 81st TFW AP's. This is truly great and I hope I will be able to locate friends from my husband's tour in England. I married Robert B. Williams (aka Bobby or Willy) on March 27, 1965 at St Mary Stoke Church, Ipswich. Our best man was Irvin Jackson, MO, Jack Holtzerland (pronounced Hozeland), Ronald SanGeorge, both from Buffalo, NY I think, Roger Zarling, ?Bent, ?Yuhas, ?Johannsen, all friends and AP's with Bob. We were married for 31 years and have 3 sons and one granddaughter. Bob passed away from Lung cancer in 1996 and I would like to say Hi to anyone that remembers him. 1/14/01
Michael R "Mule' Williams & Sally Williams: Nevada, MO. RAF Woodbridge, 79th Tactical Fighter Sq, 20th Wing, 1966-July 1970. Worked on F-100 Super Sabre 56-2986 and 56-2999. Have been looking for anyone in this time frame that served at RAF Woodbrige. Its time for another bud. tel 417.667.5304. 3/23/00 I would to find any one that was in the 79th TFS, 1966-1970. 3/11/00
William G 'Willy' Williams: Belleville IL. RAF Bentwaters, Sep 1973-May 1976, 81st Supply-Base Fuels. Was there and enjoyed the tour greatly. Would love to hear from anyone who was there at this time Please e-mail me your awap war stories. 9/11/04
William 'Willie' Williams: Had a Great time at RAF Bentwaters/RAF Woodbridge. Would love to go back. Looking for Pol troops, any times, just to talk old times. 02/20/06
Wilson Williams: I'm trying to find my mum's brothers and sister. My mum's name was Valerie Gibbs. She met and married my dad Wilson Williams while he was stationed at RAF Bentwaters. They are both deceased now so my info is limited. I know that dad transferred to a base in Italy in 1956. Mum lost contact with her family after leaving England, and it was her dying wish to find them. Any info on how to further my search would be very appreciated. Submitted by Karene Longmire 6/28/00
Pete Williamson: Melbourne Australia. 1959 Waddington Lincolnshire, Steamer Point, 617 Sqdn, 1960 Aden. Interesting site. Just wish it covered a lot more RAF Bases. 3/6/01
June Willis: Maryland/Florida. I am seeking info on an old friend, Lt. John E Ryan, USAF. In 1955, after aviation training, John was posted to the UK. Hope your planned reunion is a huge success...so many memories for so many people. 4/16/01
La Vonne Willis: RAF Bentwaters from 1962-67, transitioned from the F-101 VooDoo to the F-4 Phantom. I spent my time in the "huts" and will always remember the experience. I worked in the 81st Avionics later as Avionics Controller, Maintenance Control. Returned after Vietnam and a tour at USAFE-IG and 17th AF Headquarters. I retired in 1973 at Felixstowe for about 4 years. Got homesick returned to the CONUS in 1980. I am currently the Director of Veterans' Affairs in Utah. September 2000 will retire a 2nd time. Toss-up between Ipswich (wife's home) or Washington State (17 miles south of Canadian border) my choice. Hope to hear from anyone who may recognize me.12/02/98
Danny Wills:Montesano, Washington. RAF Bentwaters, 1959-63, 1979-80, 1264 AACS, 2164 Comm Sq. Also spent 5 years at South Ruislip AS, 1967-72. Went back in 2000, visited RAF Bentwaters, looked bad, and with all the demolition going on it probably looks sadder than ever. Many fond memories and great people. 11/14/02
Brian & Liz Wilson: Biloxi,Mississippi. RAF Bentwaters, 81st Trans, 1989-92. This is a great site, thanks for all the hard work. Brian worked as a special purpose mechanic. Fortunately we have been able to keep in contact with some of our closest friends: Jim & Lori Harris, Horst & Deb Linde, Roger & BJ Fisher, Arthur & Mari Luna, Chris & Kathleen Atwood and Alan & Daphne Sexton. If anyone needs email or addresses of these people please let us know and we will send them. PS, Daphne Sexton and I (Liz Wilson) are looking for Dr Grieff a Dentist in the RAF Bentwaters clinic during our tour. 6/7/99
Don Wilson Dallas, TX. RAF Bentwaters/Woodbridge, 1982-85, (active)Bentwaters Dining Hall; 1986-89, (civilian) AAFES, RAF Bentwaters Gas station, later RAF Woodbridge Station; Food Land, drove Running Chef (ie:Roach Coach), mostly RAF Woodbridge. Check the Casual Forum or Memories. 1/10/99
TSgt Edward J Wilson: Submitted by son George P Wilson, Merrick, NY. RAF Bentwaters, Mar 1952-Dec 1954, Hq 81st Bomber Fighter Wing, Admin . Looking for information from people who knew my father. He had friends in the Ipswich area. He took care of the base mascot, a Dalmatian called Col Mack. Any thoughts or memories are appreciated. He passed away in Jan 1995. 5/16/01
George Wilson: 1061 Yuba Street, Aurora, Colorado 80011, Tel: 303 344-0646. (Submitted by Ron Burrell)I was putting up the flag yesterday at the post office in Aurora, Colorado. I met a veteran, and come to find out he is an 81st veteran 1961-64. We were stationed there at the same time! He worked in the munitions squadron and at the 81st Hq for Col Daniel "Chappie" James Jr. I mentioned the reunion being planned next year in the UK and the 81st Ftr Wg Assoc. I plan to visit with George and talk about the good old days at RAF Bentwaters and Woodie bases. George is not online but would like to contact former buddies from his years at RAF Bentwaters. He was also stationed at RAF Sculthorpe 1950's, when they had B-45 Tornados. Perhaps Tony U. can contact him about the RAF Sculthorpe reunions, newsletter, etc. I might add that George is a WWII, Korean War, and Vietnam War veteran. He lived in the village of Orford while in UK at RAF Bentwaters. 5/6/00
Jerry Wilson: McMinnville, OR. RAF Bentwaters, Jul 1972-Jul 1976, 81st FMS/ Flt Line Engine Condition. During my stay at cripple creek had a fix-up VW Beetle, gold and then deep puple, stayed in Felixstowe. 05/27/04
Michael S. Wilson: Springdale, AR. RAF Woodbridge, 81st CRS then got "transplanted" to 81st AGS, 519th on RAF Bentwaters, 1983-86. Wow! What a time! I was a specialist on the Flightline, worked ECM (32853), and learned a few other tricks along the way. Got there as an Airman 1 striper, left with a line number for staff. Had a wonderful time with the "Felixstowe Amateur Operatic and Dramatic Society" (FADOS). We would gather at the Half-Moon Pub in Felixstowe, and drink ale and eat prawn flavored chips. I remember a cute platimum blond, older than I, named Margaret. One of the yanks I worked with married her daughter. She was married to the chief of the fire department as I remember. The group turned out a few musicals, such as South Pacific, and Seven Brides for Seven Brothers. All in the name of Anglo-American Relations. Well, I would like to hear from anyone who remembers battered sausages and the fish and chips truck that used to sit by the entrance to RAF Bentwaters. Also the Bag Nasty on the back side of the flightline. Would be interested to hear what ever happened to the DCM Col Young. Also: Herbert "Taco" Wallace, the WCS troop, and Chuck Timbers, my supervisor at that time. Well done. 5/22/00
Stanford L & Veronica Wilson: Mardela Springs, Maryland. RAF Bentwaters, Jan 1963-Sep 1965, 81 Tac Ftr Wg, Supply. Married a girl from Ipswich 36 years ago. We have 2 daughters and one granddaughter.We go back to Ipswich often. 8/30/01
Megan (Hayward) Winans: Started work at RAF Station Bentwaters, 81st Tactical Hospital, 1954 as a VERY young secretary to Lt Col Glenn Hoss (Sp) who was the CO. What a wonderful websight. The desk was in the orderly room and there were some very neat NCOs who took this young lady under their wing and helped me with the language barrier-the slang. I married Robert Winans who came to the 81st Tac Hospital in 1956, then to Stead AFB, NV in 1958. Returned to RAF Bentwaters, 1961-65. Later stationed at Ent AFB, CO, Adair AFS, OR, Kelly AFB, TX, and Lowry AFB, CO. Funny almost all those places are closed-were we that bad? Bob retired in 1973 and we moved to Washington State in 1989. Unfortunately Bob died in 1995. Anybody out there remember the very tall, skinny, shy Brit who was the first secretary at the lovely quonset hut that was the 81st Tactical Hospital. Bob Winans part of the administration for the survival school at Stead, administration part of security police 2nd time at RAF Bentwaters then in Staff Judge Advocate office for the rest of his career. I visit the Bentwaters area frequently and reading about Bentwaters made me find my husband's old book of the 81st Fighter Interceptor Wing from 1954. I still keep in touch with a friend from the hospital who was best man at our wedding. His name is Arthur (Sam) Broeker retired from USAF, Columbus, OH. Another friend from 81st Tac Hospital is George Doty Bellevue, NB, USAF retiree. Thank you again for a wonderful website. Megan's Pic 2/25/99
David D 'Wingnut' Winget: Kesgrave, Suffolk, UK. RAF Bentwaters, Jan 1981-Jan 1986, Sep 1989-Feb 1992, 81 AGS/Wpns Load, 78 AMU/Specs. The best assignment I had. Probably why I now live only 20 minutes away. Thanks to this website, I found another friend from the past Joe 'Cas'. 2/9/02
Ray Winn (2nd): My whole family was at RAF Bentwaters. My Dad, CMSGT Ray Winn was Wing SgtMaj, 81CSG, 1966-70. My younger brother Rick attended Lakenheath HS 1966-69, Mom taught 2-3 grade at Woodbridge Elementary. I joined them in 1968 after a tour in the Army. Talk about a family affair, Sly & Family Stone ain't got nothing on us. Family PCS'd to the Phillipines in 1970. I stayed and worked for AAFES as Sound Center Mgr until 1978. If you bought any hi-fi between 1972-78 chances are I sold it to you. Hope you enjoyed it. Also played lead guitar for the "Tunetwisters" C&W. Might have seen you at RAF Bentwaters NCO or RAF Woodbridge All Ranks. Hope you enjoyed that. 4/7/01
Andrew Daniel Winters 3rd: Irving, TX. RAF Bentwaters, Fire Dept, A-Shift, Sep 1969-Sep 1972, Married an English girl, Lindsay Margaret Wilson, 1970. Son born in Ipswich in 1971. Looking for ex In-Laws for son. Also, firemen during the same time that extended and volunteered for Palace Dragon Ops (Vietnam). Some were KIA. Trying to contact survivors or anyone with accurate info. Specifically Charles Buck Adams, John J MacCaronio, Ed Carboni, Ed Wuhan, Jerry Ellis, John Fishkelter, Mike Condash, Warren G White, John Sullivan, Jim Mattis Any help appreciated. 12/19/99 We enjoyed your site very much. My son was born in Ipswich 1971. We left England when he was 7 months old. He has never seen his mother, but we are still looking for her. Memories in words are one thing, but thanks to you hes been able to see and somewhat experience his birthplace. He still can't invision a roachcoach though. 12/22/99 Been looking for firemen stationed at RAF Bentwaters 1969-72, for a year or so, on this site. Nobody ever turns up. It's kinda sad. Tell me I'm not the only one left? Where are you guys? I know First Shirt TSgt Aubrey Mormon was tough on us, but not that bad. 3/3/01
Adam Wisniewski aka Ski RAF Woodbridge, July 1974-July 1978, Crewchief F4D's, 81st OMS RAM 6.1/1/99
Alan Wisniewski, 2nd Lt:. Retired in Layton, Utah, and hoping to get back to Tucson,AZ and home
real soon. RAF Bentwaters, 8 Jun 1980-8 Jun 1982, 81st MMS, 81st AGS. RAF Bentwaters was so much fun that when I came back to England in 1985, I went straight to RAF Alconbury (10CRS ). Was at "Crooked Creek" for the first "Porker 500" and too many practice ORIs. I will always remember the DCM, Colonel Karl G Berroth, the only known person to have successfully captured the Daedalion Maintenence Trophy in three different commands! The 'KGB' once threatened to, "Fire my ass!" which was really tough to take seriously at 5:30 am. I'm now retired in Layton, Utah, and hoping to get back to Tucson and home real soon. Web Page. Anyone wishing to contact me may do so. 11/4/01
Roy Wittbold: Round Lake, IL. RAF Bentwaters, 1967-70, 81st AEMS. Had some great times in England. Met a lot of good people both on base and off. Those were the days. 12/10/02
Tom Wittbrot: Chetek, WI. RAF Bentwaters, 1971-73. Great people and good times (mostly). People: George Kuzma, Chris Casper, Regis Michalski, Joe (thanks for the ride)Tock, Dave Krajewski, Mike Matt, "Zip", Capt Brooks, and a cast of thousands more. Things I miss the most: my red Jag and flying the aero club planes (thanks Charlie Marks, Sir!). Came to this site hoping to find Mel Leaf and on the third visit I found him. Great site. Thanks. 2/23/99
