Edward J Mahoney: Quincy, MA. RAF Bentwaters, Aircraft Maintenance.
Jamie Spaine Malcolm: Kennesaw, GA, suburb of Atlanta. Lived in the UK from the late 60's and off and on until 84. Dad was William Spaine, retired USAF and he sold life insurance for Mutual of Omaha after retirement. Spent many years there in the Woodbridge area. Would love to hear from anyone there during that time. I worked at the Bentwaters Education Center as a college rep from 1978-84.
Kent L. Malcolm: Vancouver Island, BC, Canada. RAF Bentwaters 1975-1978, F-4D Mechanic. Lived at Capel St Mary.Homepages
*Terry L Malzi: RAF Bentwaters/Woodbridge Jan 1980-82 and Nov 1983-Nov 1987. Married an Ipswich girl.
*Glenn Martin: Wichita Falls, TX (Sheppard AFB). RAF Bentwaters 1989-Close, 81st EMS AGE shop
*Glen & Angela Massman: Kansas City, MO. RAF Bentwaters, 1991-93. Very sad to see it close. Glen was 81 SPS and Angela was a civilian employee, Human Resources Office (HRO) for MWR (now Services). We went on to San Vito AS, Italy and closed it down too. Now at Malmstrom AFB, MT and loving every outdoor sport we can discover! Am trying to locate Scott & Dameta Furner and Keith & Amy Ohmer. Last known locations were WA and AZ. Homepage. 2/24/99
*Ed Matheson: Civilian worked at Auto Hobby Shop at RAF Bentwaters after USAF retirement in 1968. Lived in Hacheston for 8 years with London born wife. Returned to States in 1976.
Gerry Mathis : RAF Upper Heyford, early 80's. Am looking for pictures of the area. Can't even find it on the map anymore. If you can help, I would really appreciate it. I was assigned to the 20th SPS for 3 years. I have info if you are interested. Am planning a trip back late summer, early fall. 3/10/99
*Jim Mathis : Tennessee. RAF Bentwaters, 1985-88, Crypto Shop, 2164th Comm Squadron. Excellent base and very sorry to see it close. 3/9/99
*Blll M McClennen: Pennsylvania. RAF Woodbridge, 78th TFS Crew Chief.
MSgt William G. McCloy RAF Woodbrige/Bentwaters Resuce Sq (as far as I know) Nov 1982-Nov 1986. Submitted by daughter Teresa McCloy...Found your page through the military brat registry links. My father had made MSGT but had not sewn his stripes on before leaving for stateside. If it helps, he served with a Sgt Brady and Sgt Papa.9/16/98
*Pete McCormack_or_ Other E-mail: Vero Beach, FL. Great page! I was an x-ray tech at the clinic from 1974-77. Lived in Ipswich & Felixstowe...have very fond memories of East Anglia.
John Mckendry Submitted by daughter Jennifer Mckendry Floral Park LI NY. I was not in the military but my dad was at RAF Bentwaters and RAF Woodbridge, 1989-92. He was in the 81st supply that deals with fuel (?). He is married to Sheila and has two daughters, one is 20 at Mercy College studying pre-vet, the other daughter Kelly, age 14, 9th grade, FPM in NY. My dad was a bowler and also an umpire for Warriers and Phantoms. If you know him, please e-mail me or phone 914.674.9784, or home (ask for John) 516.326.9337. Thanks a lot it means the world to me. I went to WBHS and elementry from 1989-92. LETS GO WARRIERS, LETS GO PHANTOMS.10/19/98
TSgt Gilbert McRobbie: 4357 Abel Road, Marlette, MI 48453-9316. Give him a call at 517-635-2949. He would love to hear from you. Say hi to Helen too...Submitted by Ron Burrell.
*Virginia Meek : Toronto, originally lived in Ipswich. RAF Bentwaters, Child Care Center, 1989-90. Hi! I'm the English/Canadian "girl" that worked in Buttons & Bows. Anyone remember me? I remember most of your faces (staff & children) really well, but some of the names elude me. Colleagues that immediately spring to mind: Carol Creed, Denise, Stacey, Anita, Darlene, Mary Sams, Deliah, Rose, Mickey, Linda, Anna. How are you all doing? I'd love to hear from anyone that remembers me! 3/8/99
*Terry L Mellons: Kingsport, TN, RAF Woodbridge, 1970-71. Really loved it there, but I was sent from there to Germany and then home. If any one knows an English Gent Joe Arnold worked in the RAF Woodbridge Control Tower, please tell him that I said Hi. Loved Woodbridge and the fresh baked bread. 1/24/99
*A2C William D Mentch Jr: Altoona, Pa. RAF Woodbridge 1963-67, 81st Air Police Sq.  Bill Clearing Weapon Pic '64 WB Gate PicFound a friend I haven't seen since 1966. Real nice site you have, keep up the good work.
*Francisco J. Mercado: Perth Amboy, NJ 08861. RAF Bentwaters, Sept 1988-Aug 1990, 81st EMS ammunition specialist. I can say I worked with the best ammo troops and I thank them all for their support and memories that will live on in my heart and mind-forever. I am a father of four children, 3 boys-1 girl. Currently work in Staten Island as a Configuration Tech . Special hello and thanks to Sgt Black, Porky, Amn Juarez, Amn Rubio, Col.Hizer and the 81st EMS Squadron.12/11/98
CMSgt Paul A Meservy Submitted by son Paul Meservy Columbia, TN. RAF Woodbridge Jul 1969-July 1972. Would love to get in touch with other personnel stationed there at that time. Before England we were at Nellis AFB, Las Vegas. Dad is 67 years old, phone #931.388.0788. Wife Carolyn passed away Jan 1998 after a long illness. Dad served 3 tours in SE Asia. Would love to locate a Col.Ralston good friend at Nellis AFB.10/18/98
Major Joseph Meyer: RAF Bentwaters, 1965-1967 RAF Lakenheath 1967-1968. Wife: Vera; Daughters:Susan & Candy; Sons: Joey (WB JHS) & Matthew. Remember Super Sgts Hamilton and Angel, Lt Col Foster, Col Fredette, Sgts Hevron, Lupo, Palacios, Lt Col Fiene & Autin.
*George Miller: Palm Beach Gardens,Fl. 33418. RAF Bentwaters 1967 thru 1970, 81st (A&E) Avionics Sqdn-firecontrol. Glad to have found this. Would love to here from any old buddies. Had some great times and many fond memories.11/4/98
Kenneth Miller: Johnson City TN. RAF Bentwaters March 1961-March 1978, Aircraft Refuling. Friends Morgan Skaggs, Richard Kline and Stanley Lester.
Tom Miller: Tom's Pic's at Linn Barringer's Site.
Gillian Mirenda(?)(husband... James A): English national living in New Jersey, Lived a mile from RAF Woodbridge and worked as a school secretary at the Junior High School for 5 years from l968-72. Met and married an American teacher stationed there. Suffolk bred and born and know the area well. Have returned to the Woodbridge area many times since coming to the USA. 2/12/99
Gary Montecalvo : Martlesham Heath, 1975-76, 2164th. What a great site. We had some great times, parties, flag football team, Running Buck and rec room. Names that come to mind, Mark Muchow, Frank Hickey, Hank Staron, John Barrett, Russ Rearick, Mark Tarplee, Ken Wipf, Bernie Vancel, Al Gardine, Brad Ahrens, Kevin Milligan, Tom Day, Dennis Midhoffer, Capt Wadorsnik, Capt Hashimoto, Terry Gilliland and many more but have forgotten their names. Bentwaters had a great gym, better food and great football games. The F4's were very impressive with their powerful afterburners and noise. It is sad to see weeds growing on the deserted base. The whole experience was great. I learned after joining MCI, 2/3rds of the people working in civ comm field were ex-military. Thinking back, what a great deal, travel, great friends, free education, we had it made.12/09/98
*Richard Mooney: Clintwood VA. RAF Woodbridge, Jan 1965-Feb 1969, 78th TFS, Weapons Tech on F-4. Sure do enjoy these pages and will be back a lot. I enjoyed my time there, even the TDY's to Libya about every 30 days or so. Would like to hear from the people I was stationed with. MSgt Sinclair was my First Sergeant.1/30/99
Bob Moore: RAF Bentwaters, 92 Ftr Sqn, Training NCO, 1967 until shipped back to Shaw AFB SC in 1970. Training NCO. Does any one remember me and my wife Ruby. We lived in Ipswich (Chantry Estates) and base housing at RAF Woodbridge. 2/23/99
*John Moreau: Lake Charles, LA. RAF Bentwaters 1961-64 and RAF Alconbury Nov 1965-Dec 1968. Worked in the Flight Surgeons Office.
Butch Morrissey: Amboy, Illinois. RAF Bentwaters, 1980-82, 81st EMS Fuel System Repair Shop. It was my first duty station. Got to see the Crown Jewls, and the royal wedding. Would like to return some day. 2/7/99
*Michael K (Mose) Moseley: Cedar Rapids, IA. RAF Bentwaters 1967-70, FMS Electric Shop. Drove a Blue TR-6.
*Lt Michael Mowry: Dayton, OH. RAF Bentwaters/Woodbridge, 81st CRS Electronic Warfare shop 1989-92.
*Ron and Donna Nelson: Friends of Ron Burrell. LasCruces, NM.
*Darren Nethington: Orland, CA. RAF Bentwaters, Jan 1985-Sep 1985. Air Force Post Office (7025th AIRPS). A few co-workers were Mike Beauregard, Scott Bakel, Geoff Slater, and John Bonino. Drop me a post if you remember me or anybody else in the Bentwaters Post Office! I remember one Christmas some High School kids helped us out...let me know if you are one of those people. 11/18/98 & 2/12/99
William E Nettgen: RAF Bentwaters 1981-83, 81st Security Police Sq, 'A' Flight.
*Korv Nizzari: Gloucester, MA. RAF Bentwaters, May 1984-May 1986. Crew Chief, 92nd AMU, 81st AGS. Nice site.12/10/98
SMSgt Bob Norway: Rockledge, FL. RAF Bentwaters, 81st CRS Avionics Branch. Homepage ICQ# 3752712.
*Greg Novak: RAF Woodbridge. Sep 1969-71, 81st TFS. Played football on championship teams with Joe Rodwell, Jim Giest, Danny Bridges, Phil Coley, Steve Hoxey, Rodney Smith, Jim Dickerson, Dial Holton and Crew.
*Dave Oberle Illinois. Love the page. Stationed there from 1990-1992, 81st Supply Sq, Fuels Flight. This page brings back memories. Some of the best times of my life were spent there!!! It's to bad the place has to waste away like it is. One good thing, the 81st TFW lives on today as the 81st Training Wing at Keesler AFB, MS. Keep up the page, It's Great!!!
Russell Okerlund: RAF Bentwaters, 1975-77 Airman, AMMO "Bombloader" Would like to find others there at the same time. 2/24/99
*Larry W Orazem Oklahoma. RAF Bentwaters 1966-69, 91st TFS. I just recently joined the Internet. I have really enjoyed your site. It brought back a lot of fond memories. Just thought I would leave my name and see if anyone remembers it. Especially would like contact with Charles Levine, and Donald White who had to leave service because of fathers death. Thank you for the opportunity to leave this message on your web site. Keep up the good work.
James A Osborne (E-4) RAF Woodbridge, 78th, Crew Chief, F-4, 1967-1971. Known as 'Ozzie'.10/23/98
*Walter F (Scoop) O'Toole RAF Bentwaters 1956-59. News reporter on base newspaper (Thunderstruck) for the F-86's. Worked for Captain John Q. Erickson, Public Relations Office, near old infirmary, then near Wing Hqrs at the flagpole. Walt's son lived in Kirton, near Felixstowe for 10 years. Anyone remember Base Papers Name? (Centurion ?) Pilot that set world speed record in F-101 at Bentwaters? German Stien with 81st Insignia and three squadrons (70 produced ?)?
*Eligah Overlease: Lakewood, WA. RAF Bentwaters, 1959-62, 81st Airbase Sqdn, A1C, Supply Section. Also part time at the Bowling Alley and Base Theater. Met my wife while stationed there. Will be retiring next year. Have two grown children and two grandsons. Enjoyed my tour at Bentwaters. Wish I could do over again. 1/24/99
John W Page: Lacey, WA. Stationed at Bentwaters 1955-57 with a detachment of the 1st Tactical Depot Squadron, 81st Supply Sq, later to the 91st FBS. Lived in the old huts with oil stoves. Worked on the far side of the runway in the bomb dump maintaining the Mk7 Mod 4E nuc weapons. The 81st Wing flew F-84F's in those days. Have many fond memories of my days at Bentwaters, and weekends in London and Southend. Also stationed at Wethersfield and Sculthorpe for a few months each. If any of the TDS or bomb dump troopers who recognize my name read this, send an e-mail. have an alumni association which has a reunion planned in Southern CA this fall. I stayed in AF for 22 years, have now been retired almost that long.
Gerald O Palmer: Roseburg, OR 97470. RAF Bentwaters. I was among the first Americans to move into RAF Bentwaters as a member of the 81st FIW, Aug-Sep 1951. The fighter planes were F-86s. My part was as a heavy equipment operator in AIO Sq. Did things like sweeping the ramps and perimeters, and plowed snow on the runways in winter. Some of the runway lights took a beating then. It was a WW11 style base, with Nisson huts and buildings everywhere. Came from Larson AFB by way of Camp Kilmer, NJ. While there, my buddy and I bought a 1934 Fiat touring car. We had a lot of fun, and drank a lot of beer at Eyke pub. My tour was up June 1954. Anyone wishing to correspond is welcome. 3/4/99
Jeff Perkins RAF Bentwaters, June 87-July 92, 81st TFW. Hello to all my friends who were stationed at Cripple Creek. Now retired and working for Flight Safety Boeing, in Renton WA, (near Seattle). Would love to hear from anyone I knew and say Hi.10/22/98
*Bob Peschka: Manitowoc, WI. RAF Bentwaters/RAF Woodbridge, Nov 1969-Jun 1973, 81st Security Police Sq.
Bill Raper: Anybody remember the 81st Avionics Maintenance Squadron, 1967-70? I am looking for Jim Houser, Warren O'Toole, Jimmy Knight, Carl Nice, Fremder, Arthur Miekowski, and anyone wanting to shoot the bull about the old days. E-mail me interested
John Reed Msg (Ret. USAF): RAF Bentwaters, 1960-64 and 1973-74 until retirement. It was a very good but rough time in the 60's, but with the people there at the time how could we miss. There is a Colonel? on the page. Perhaps you are thinking of Col. Crouch(left in 1960). (not the right Base Cmdr, was Wing Cmdr...Jim.) Remember him and his Saturday morning parades. Was in the 81st A&E Sq. w/Major McGlynn as CO. Worked at RAF Woodbridge with Msg Dan Hymer, A1c Oscar Williams, Al Schoessow, Col. Burns 92nd, Col. Stuyvesant 78th (spelling?), Col Strickland-Not sure-this was towards the end of my first tour, Major Drew? I recall him as being the Maintenance Office in Maint. Control. Certainly, he set a speed record with one of the F101's, Zeigert, Gregory, "Buster" Reed 78th, and two more who should be remembered: Lt. Bye and Lt. Nishabayashi (again, spelling and with apologies), To best of my knowledge, they are both deceased - killed in A/C accidents there. We still correspond with friends and keep informed of what is happening. Excellent people and have visited them. Rememberances. 2/8/99
Jim Reimler RED DOG: Charlotte,NC. RAF Woodbridge Feb 1969-Jul 1972, Barracks 593, 78th TFS Specialising in signing off red x's under the pseudonem "W.Scoby" From drag bag to engine run. No problem. Just wish I could have gotten a parka from one of those guys in the chow hall.10/27/98
Bill Repmann: RAF Bentwaters 1986-1988, 81st CRS, Jet Mechanic. Looking for Tracey J. McPhee, Tammy Wiekel, Steve Dickey, and Mark Kelsey.
*Larry G Ribbing: Kansas. RAF Woodbridge, 81st APRON April 1967-April 1968.Homepages
Ken Richardson: RAF Bentwaters/Woodbridge from Sep 78-Sep 82, Comptroller, the Base Finance Office and 81st TFW/LG's office. Worked for Colonel Hanson and Capt Milner. Lived in Snape, RAF Woodbridge, Hadleigh and Ipswich.Remember RAF Bentwaters as the best time of my career. Arrived as SSgt and left as a TSgt. Came from Lajes Field, Azores, departed to and retired at Offutt AFB, NE. Retired Aug 91 after 8 1/2 months in Saudi during Desert Shield/Storm (Aug 90 - May 91).
*Michele Risner: New Mexico. My husband and I were stationed at RAF Bentwaters from 1986 to 1990. Your page brought back wonderful memories. It is so sad to see the base looking so terrible in mothballs.12/03/98
*Paul M Reece: RAF Woodbridge 1967-69. Wife Christine (English).
Ralph Reed: Houston, TX. RAF Wethersfield 1966-69, Airborne Firefighter/Crash Rescue. Looking for old friends. Great job and lots of names but didn't find anyone I knew. Firefighter in UK and returned to thestates into air rescue as an airborne firefighter and later Vietnam. (Det 1, 38ARRS Phan Rang AB, RVN 1/70-1/71, Det 8, 43 ARRS Takhli RTAFB, Thailand 72). Homepages.
*George E Regler: Cleveland, OH. RAF Woodbridge Tower 1980-84. Retired since 1992. Now working in Retired Pay at DFAS-CL.
Lori E Rehfeldt RAF Bentwaters 81st Security Police Sq. Friends: Charles "Chuck"Dalldorf, TSgt Dave Richard, Gary Schuman, Erin Shelley, Katy Mathews, mention of Airman Duffield. Lived in small flat in Wickham Market. See Memories for her good and bad experiences at the base.
*Michael Reimer: Spokane, WA. RAF Bentwaters, 1989-93, 81st SPS. Enjoyed every day of the tour! 2/19/99
TSgt Brian Risner RAF Bentwaters. 81st EMS, 1986-90. Was an E-4/E-5 while there. My wife is Michele Risner. 1/17/99
Michele Risner RAF Bentwaters. 81st TFW Clinic, 1986-90, and I remember when we would do our training at Parham. My husband is TSgt Brian Risner. 1/17/99
*Robert Rowland: Mesa,Az. RAF Bentwaters/RAFWoodbridge 1956-59, 1264th AACS Sq Towers. Had a great time while in the UK. Many friends some of which I still have contact. Retired from FAA, 1995. Summer E-mail address. Great web page. 1/25/99
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