This page from July 21, 1998 to October 29, 2002
Date/Time of Posting = 7/21/98 2:00:32 PM
name = Bob Gonzales
comments = I remember arriving, by car, in August of 1963 and seeing two teenage girls walking in cutoffs and parkas;
it struck me as rather strange, then. I remember Wind Chill 5's, and I remember walking in "The Woods" well after 9:00
pm, still with daylight. I remember fishing off of the breakwater and trying to climb Indian Head. I remember
Stephenville Baptist Church, the Teen Club, the bowling alley and playing soccer in Deer Park and having the Deer Park
"cheerleaders" throw rocks at us. I remember the "Paradise of the North".
Date/Time of Posting = 8/31/98 9:11:56 AM
name = James McClure
where = Portsmouth, NH
comments = My dad was stationed at Harmon from 1958 thru June of 1961. I graduated from EHAFB High School in
1960. Worked at the NCO club for a year after graduation.
Date/Time of Posting = 9/1/98 12:06:43 PM
name = Ron Reisener
where = Glenview, IL
comments = Served with the 823 Aviation Engineer Battalion at EHAFB from 1956-57. Many fond memories of
Newfoundland and NEAC.
Date/Time of Posting = 9/5/98 10:51:04 PM
name = Norm Beria
where = Poway, Ca.
comments = I was a military dependent that attended Harmon High from 1959-1962 when I graduated and went into the
Air Force. We kids spent a lot of time at the Base Teen Club and Gym. We also had bowling leagues and sports teams.
Baseball, basketball. Please contact me if you have any questions.
Date/Time of Posting = 9/28/98 10:31:15 AM
name = Carl E. Brunnworth
where = Alton, Illinois
comments = Stationed at Harmon AFB for 22 months from August, 1958 to May, 1960. Thought I had seen snow till I
got to Newfoundland. A few buddies and I spent a lot of time hiking in the area and I have many beautiful slides and lots
of beautiful memories of Stephenville. Recently contacted by one of my old Air Force buddies who gave me your
address. Great home page ..
Date/Time of Posting = 1/23/99 12:24:08 PM
name = Don Croston
where = Bellevue, Nebraska
comments = I wasn't PCS to Harmon, but spent a lot of time there TDY. I was a KC-97 pilot and we reflexed from
Hunter AFB, Savannah, Ga on a regular basis in 1959, 60 and 61. This was to provide air refueling support to bombers in
the event of war. We spent 18 days at a time. 7 on alert, 2 off and 7 on again and then home. Plus 1 day for arrival and 1
for departure. We always hoped our replacement would arrive, but were often disappointed. I have pretty good memories
of Harmon, even though we were quite restricted in our activity. We had access to most of the base, including the
theater, BX, clubs etc. We had no pagers or radios so could only go to locations that had klaxons. I got into Stephenville
and went to St. John once but 99% of my time was spent on the base. There were often bargains at the BX and many of
us hoped we would be there when the Grundig or Telefunken radios came in. Hummels were in the $5-10 range, but my
wife wasn't interested in those at the time! We could have a fortune now! The arrival was planned for early in the
morning so we left our home base around 11 PM the night before. The approach was often in weather and we hoped the
winds would favor a landing to the South because the North approach between the mountains from the South was
sometimes a thrill that we didn't need after flying all night. Enjoy the site. It brings back some good memories.
Date/Time of Posting = Sat, 23 Jan 1999 16:15:14 EST
I have many memories of Harmon, reflexing with the 2nd AREFS and the 303rd. Actually probably spent more time at
Goose and Harmon than our home base. Keep trucking with your page. R.C. Doc Weaver Santa Fe, NM
Date/Time of Posting = Sep 01 1999 / 14:22:51
name = Leland R. Baynes
where = Pringle
comments = I was stationed at Harmon from 1957 until the base closed. I am retired MSGT.
Date/Time of Posting = Apr 14 2000 / 13:19:01
name = Gerald L. Jones
where = Henderson, Nevada
comments = In March,61 until Sept 62 I was stationed at Harmon with the 1933 Communications Sq. as a ground radio
technician working in the control tower. Our radio transmitter AND receiver sites were located across the flight line, up
on a hill. I could write many stories about this assignment and would do so if anyone wanted to hear. I am looking
forward to a visit very soon.
Date/Time of Posting = Apr 16 2000
name = Bob Depp
where = Sacramento
comments = My father flew c-124's and c-133's out of Harmon from 1963-summer of 1966 when we were tranferred to
Travis AFB due to the base closure. I remember learning to fish at Indian Head, our house at 543-A new Mexico street,
and the time a tanker crashed on take off in late Winter,1965 and lit up the base. I still have my trusty sled from those old
days...
Date/Time of Posting = Apr 22 2000 / 17:29:15
name = Suzanne Painter
where = Phoenix, AZ
comments = My dad, Major Jay M. Painter, was a dentist at Harmon from 1955 to 1958. We lived on the base across
from Col. James Perry, a pilot. I went to school there for Kinder through second grade. It was fun to see your site!
Date/Time of Posting = Apr 23 2000 / 07:29:17
name = Mabelle P. Kindle
where = Perry, Georgia 31069
comments = Our family arrived in Oct.1959 -May 61. Our house was located just outside of the outskirts of Stephenville.
There was a huge hill just behind our house that was the entrance into the woods around the base.This hill still holds
wonderful winter memories of tabogganing! I attended the elementary school and my sister was in jr. high. I remember
TV did not come on until the afternoon, and I particularly remember a program from Canada called "The Friendly Giant"
I also remember going into town to a Chinse Rest. and eating Sweet 'n ....
I'm not sure if you received the first part of this message. But in case you did not.....our family was stationed there from
Oct 1959 through May 1961. I attended the elementary school and my sister was in jr. high. I still have our year book
with all the grades from elementary through high school represented. Do you get many people who contact you? I met a
man whos wife's family was stationed there just after we left and later in life when they met and married, the Priest,
Father Mooney, who lived on the other side of the duplex we lived in, married this couple. His name is Chuck Cihal, and
I had never met anyone who had even heard of Harmon! He is the O'club manager here at Robins and we were working
together on a 30th wedding anniversary for my sister when some how or other we began a conversation that led us to
Father Mooney and that of course led us to Harmon! I have nothing but wonderful wonderful memoires of Harmon and
Newfoundland. We used to fish a lot on weekends and I remember catching as many "dog fish" as flounder! I would love
to hear from you. My sister is coming over this evening for supper and I will give her this site address, I'm sure she will
love to contact you as well.
Date/Time of Posting = May 24 2000 / 10:51:51
name = Sarah R. Brooks
where = Flint, Michigan
comments = My father, James W. Brooks, 1st Lieut, with the 61st Fighter Squadron, was stationed at Harmon AFB from
1954-1956. I just found some old photos of him and the base and was surfing the web for more info on Harman AFB.
Great page!
Date/Time of Posting = Jun 07 2000 / 18:53:32
name = Bob Wilson
where = Milwaukee, WI
comments = Hi, I was stationed at Harmon from Sept. 1956 through Oct. 1957 with the 61st Fighter Interceptor
Squadron. At that time, we had the F-89 aircraft and it was our Squadron that rotated to Truax Field, Madison, WI so the
Air Force could bring the F-102's in from Madison. I was so glad to find your website. The pictures bring back a lot of
good memories.
Date/Time of Posting = Jun 17 2000 / 09:26:10
name = Sandi Maroney
where = Monterey, CA
comments = Hi, I enjoyed your pictures! I lived at Harmon from 1952 - 1965. My father was the Commissary Officer for
most of that time, and I remember Main Street like they are in your pictures. Our first apartment was on Main Street.
Thanks for a great web-site.
Date/Time of Posting = Jun 30 2000 / 09:42:37
name = Bismark Pope III
where = Dallas
comments = I grew up there!!! age 1 - 4 My dad worked in JAG. From what I remember I really had fun with the kids
there on base as well as off base. I used to go fishing with my dad on the pier and go into the woods with him. It where I
got my first dog - a newfoundlander named mitzi
Date/Time of Posting = Jun 30 2000 / 23:02:49
name = John Peck RET USAF
where = Atwater CA 95301
comments = Was ST At Dow AFB Bangor Maine For 10Yrs Started Going to Harmon in1955, Went PCS to Harmon
1964 Closed Harmon in 1966 LOVED THE TOWN VERY VERY MUCH God Bless John Peck
Date/Time of Posting = Jul 01 2000 / 12:43:52
name = Earl T Myers
where = Billings, Montana
comments = I was there in 1953 during the dredging of the harbour. I saw Indianhead Point blasted off. What happened
with that? Are there any photos available?
Date/Time of Posting = Jul 05 2000 / 16:08:11
name = Robert A McConnell
where = Plainfield N.J.
comments = On this date (July 5,1953} the 61st fighter sqdn arrived at Harmon AFB. We prepared for the arrival of our
aircraft. Our 12 F-94B arrived two weeks later BOB
Date/Time of Posting = Sep 18 2000 / 22:00:35
name = Gil Lavoie
where = Coventry, R. I. USA
comments = I was at Harmon from Winter of 1963 to Summer of 1965. I was an aircraft refueler in the USAF. I have
many fond memories of Stephenville.
Date/Time of Posting = Sep 28 2000 / 23:46:14
name = SSgt John E. Simmons
where = Soldotna, Alaska
comments = 61st Fighter Intercepter Squadron Hot Room March 1956 -July 1958. F89D, 61st went to Truax Field,
Madison, Wisconsin for F-102s. Looking for anyone in 61st FIS at that time.
Date/Time of Posting = Oct 05 2000 / 21:31:31
name = J W Stone
where = Conway AR 72032
comments = Stationed there from March 7, 1959 til Oct 30, 1960. Loved it. Went back to visit in 1998
Date/Time of Posting = Nov 11 2000 / 13:24:12
name = Don Johnston
where = Milford, Pa 18337
comments = I spent most of '57 and'58 at Harmon as part of the 5th Weather Sqdn. Its commander was Major Gise.
There was much snow, but the summers were pleasant. It was much better than Narsarrsuak, Greenland, BW 1 where I
was first stationed. Any 5th weather guys out there I would like to hear from you.
Date/Time of Posting = Nov 12 2000 / 12:23:06
name = Jerry Boelter
where = Westminster, Colorado
comments = I was stationed at Harmon from June of 1951 till July of 1952. I was with the 6000th Communications
squadron detachment #8 out of Pepperal AFB in St. Johns, Newfoundland. We maintained the long lines phone and
telegraph system across the Island
Date/Time of Posting = Nov 24 2000 / 20:23:08
name = Milton Corrow
where = South Pomfret, VT, USA
comments = I was stationed at Harmon from summer of 1951 to spring of 1952. I worked in the hospital and remember
the very caring women who worked in our kitchen. I only went off base 5 or 6 times, I transported patients to Corner
Brook. The most devastating time was when I had to take a 12 year old boy who had died to his parents house, I cried
many times after that and still do when I think of it, Airman 1st. class, Milton Corrow
Date/Time of Posting: Dec 10 2000 / 17:58:15
name = Denis Colbourne
where = Ottawa
comments = I moved to Stephenville with my parents and siblings in 1945. We lived on the base for several years before
moving to 'downtown' Stephenville. My father bought and ran a store on Main Street until he died in 1958.
Date/Time of Posting: Dec 17 2000 / 19:28:25
name = tom wolf
where = danville , pa. .
comments = tdy 22 days refueling for b52,s . ap police from castle afb calif. cold, cold. good airmens club..we brought
the kc 97,s up from caste for the air refueling mission
Date/Time of Posting: Dec 24 2000 / 10:16:33
name = James H Robinson
where = Belhaven NC
comments = Was stationed at Harmon AFB from June 1957 to Oct 1959. Was with the 52nd Air Rescue Sqdn. Was an
airborne radio operator. They had just got rid of the B-29's when I got there. When the Air Rescue was discontinued I
went to the 4087 Air Transport Sqdn. My wife Sally worked with the American Red Cross. Spent a lot of time all over
the north country. Was at Harmon when the Queen and Prince Phillip visited the base and Stephenville. An event I will
never forget. Thanks for your page.
Date/Time of Posting: Dec 27 2000 / 07:15:29
name = Michael David Rehrig
where = kingsland, Georgia USA
comments = Hi...Stephenville/Corner Brook/Newfoundland they all bring back wonderful childhood memories. Born in
1955 I was there until 1964 when my father was transferred before they closed. At first we lived in the barracks and then
in a trailer park right across from the Air base field...First Grade...First snow sometimes a week or two trapped in private
houses close to the school because we couldn't get home because of whiteouts...first love...first kiss she was a red head
named Vicki we promised each other we'd make it to Paris on our 21st birthdays and get married before I left...I never
did make it to the Eiffel Tower when I was 21...I've always wondered did she ever? Got married instead to a Angel who
was also a Petra Fan but she passed away 10 years ago now right before Christmas... I've been planning for several years
now a trip back to that wonderful place Newfoundland for about 6 weeks...I've book marked page and will be looking at
it for quite awhile to come.
Date/Time of Posting: Jan 03 2001 / 13:26:16
name = Kathy J. Moncus
where = Montgomery
comments = My father was the BX manager from 1961 to 1966. I have very fond memories of my time in Nfld. We lived
off base for the first three years and as the base down sized we moved on base. I hope to one day go back and see all the
old places.
Date/Time of Posting: Jan 06 2001 / 23:29:32
name = Charles Duggar
where = Duncan, Oklahoma
comments = I remember coming back from Germany to the US and landing at EHAFB during an April Blizzard. It was
about 3:00 am. They pulled us off our plane because an emergency flight had engine troubles. We had to wait there for 3
or 4 hours while they got the plane fixed. We finally took off about 5:30 am in a blizzard. I will never forget that. That
was in April or 1961.
Date/Time of Posting: Jan 07 2001 / 12:45:50
name = marge noble
where = London, Ontario
comments = I was born in Stephenville around 1944 and grew up with all the Americans and my father was a cab driver
at the "service taxi" stand We knew so many Americans during their stay at Nfld. and it changed our lives forever, and I
think about them all the time.
Date/Time of Posting: Jan 08 2001 / 13:28:18
name = Bob Burris Jr.
where = Reno, Nevada
comments = We lived outside base, our home was a two story house that faced the bay, I remember seeing the jet trainer
crash in the bay as I look out my bedroom window. My father was a flight engineer on the kc-97, played my first baseball
there, don't know how, I always seem to remember nothing but snow. I remember that everyone station there was very
close, wonder what ever happen to are live in help, her name was Vangie, she was great.
<Date/Time of Posting: Jan 11 2001 / 20:21:31
name = Pamela {Polk} Rowlett
where = San Antonio, Texas
comments = I was in the 7th and 8th grade My father t/sgt Curtis M Polk went hunting and was never heard from again.
Have some great friends still that i met up there. My best friend just found me this past Oct. 2000. It was a beautiful
place. I would love to go back. My father had extended up there we liked it so much. Remember all the snow. :-)
Newfoundland has been a big part of my life and always will be.
Date/Time of Posting: Jan 19 2001 / 14:02:43
name = Mack and Fay O'Neal
where = Copperas Cove, Texas
comments = We were there from Aug 1954-July 1957. I was with the 61st Fighter Intercepter Squadron. My landlord
was Mr. John Madore. Our hanger was by Noels pond.
Date/Time of Posting: Jan 22 2001 / 06:50:08
name = Chet Luty
where = Hinckley,Ohio
comments = played with the nco melodiers june 1951 to 1952 at the base sure would like to find Ed Richards, Skeegs
Mcdonald, both Canadian musicians working at the base, or Dick Shea, Mickey Shea. Please Acknowledge
Date/Time of Posting: Feb 21 2001 / 08:25:35
name = Robert J. ONeill
where = Sharon, PA
comments = I was with SAC for 18 months..from Nov. 1961 to May 1962....with the 4081st...I've often thought about
revisiting Stephenville....Bob O'Neill
Thu, 22 Feb 2001 13:37:57 EST
Hi! The base was named after my grandfather. My father, also Ernest Emery Harmon, still lives in MD although his
mother and both of his brothers have died. Thought I would say hello! Yours truly, Randall S. Harmon
Date/Time of Posting: Mar 07 2001 / 17:39:13
name = Lt Col Douglas Lloyd, USAF (Ret)
where = Woodbury, NJ
comments = Hi, I recently acquired a USAF patch for the "USAF HOSPITAL - HARMON AFB". It is circular and
depicts Mickey Mouse carrying a hypodermic syringe over his shoulder, superimposed on a red cross. I'm trying to
ascertain whether this patch is from your Harmon AFB, or the Harmon AFB that was in Guam. Any help you can provide
would be appreciated. Cheers
Date/Time of Posting: Mar 28 2001 / 16:37:23
name = Tommy Tuten
where = Madison, Florida
comments = Was the Dir Of Materiel for the 4081st Strat Wing (SAC) 1948-1960
Date/Time of Posting: Mar 30 2001 / 05:21:43
name = frank schurott L.I.
where = L.I New York
comments = I was station at the 640 A.C.&W.squdron in 58-60 I loved NFLD & go back when ever I can . Great site
Date/Time of Posting: Apr 03 2001 / 14:45:26
name = Steven Torrico
comments = I am looking for information in regards to a self-propelled,(gasoline), railcar my company built for the U.S.
base- Harmon. This car would seat 45-50 passengers, had a gasoline engine and was numbered P-40-1 Any leads as to
what became of this car, we would like to know if it still exists.
Date/Time of Posting: Apr 04 2001 / 19:44:20
name = bob workman
where = pinch west virginia
comments = spent 18 months at radio site jerrys nose, drove to harmon to play softball, enjoyed the people of
Newfoundland
Date/Time of Posting: Apr 10 2001 / 08:11:43
name = Dana Downs Newman
where = Salem Ar
comments = My dad was an officer and we went to Harmon twice the last time was for the last two years it was opened. I
loved it as a kid. I had a great friend who lived just off the base, her family gathered hay with horses etc.. I also
remember ice skating on the rink that was on the edge of the base
Date/Time of Posting: Apr 11 2001 / 15:52:21
name = Vernon R Walker
where = Rising Star, Texas 76470
comments = I come to Ernest Harmon in 1956 and left Jan.1959 I also spent some of my time at Jerry's Nose Site West
of the base. I was there when the picture was taken on main street.
Date/Time of Posting: Apr 25 2001 / 20:17:05
name = Al Nimons
where = Seymour, Ct
comments = Cpl. in 4081 A&E Squadron I Was only 20 yrs old but have very fond memories of Harmon and
Stephenville in early 50's
Date/Time of Posting: Jun 08 2001 / 14:41:23
name = Joe H. Taft
where = Blountville, TN 37617
comments = My first trip to EHAFB was on March 30, 1960, in a KC-97. On the way back to MacDill that same day, our
aircraft went through severe thunderstorms causing us to have to ditch about 50 miles east of Cape Canaveral. If any one
has pictures of the aircraft in the water on the next day (acft # 51-0363 Call Sign Parka 36) I would like to get a copy. I
later came back to Harmon several times. I spent several days there on alert during the Cuban Missile Crisis
Date/Time of Posting: Jun 14 2001 / 13:13:10
name = Ron Reisener
where = Glenview, IL
comments = I served at EHAFB from 1956-57 with the 823rd Aviation Engineer Bn. Our mascot was a three legged
cocker spaniel named Tripod. Thanks for the pictures. It looks just like I remember it.
Date/Time of Posting: Jun 27 2001 / 18:13:07
name = Hal Wolfson where = Orlando, FL
comments = Based at Harmon from Oct 1949 until Jan 1952. Assigned to 1933rd AACS as a Radio operator first at the
D/F site and then the ground to air station at Kippens. Married Dulcie O'Quinn from Port au Port. We have a summer
home in Kippens at the present time and look forward to going HOME every summer.
DATE: Tue, 8 May 2001 17:24:07
I lived at Harmon AFB from 1959 until 1962 with my family. My father was stationed there. We eventually ended up on
the west coast at Travis AFB. I moved to New Jersey 13 years ago and have always wanted to return to Newfoundland to
visit. I have very happy memories from that time. Could you please let me know if this trip is worth the effort now that it
has been over 30 years since the base has closed. Any info would be appreciated. Jacque Sweetin
Date/Time of Posting: Aug 09 2001 / 22:17:31
name = gordon sorum
where = fargo, nd
comments = I was at Harmon from 58 to 60, working at rjen teletype relay center
Date/Time of Posting: Aug 20 2001 / 12:59:11
name = William H. Bills
where = Grand Blanc Mi.
comments = I was transferred from Ft. Eustis Va. in late April 53. Served in the 373rd Major Port as engineer maintence
and stevedore. While their I was in a small group of Air force and Army personnel who produced a variety show to raise
money to buy chimes for the base chapel. Soon after I arived the 61st FIS arrived from Sefridge I shipped out in the
middle of June 54. I'm looking to if I can find a friend who was stationed with me, his name is Marven Levy from
Boston.
Date/Time of Posting: Nov 21 2001 / 18:38:40
name = Tommie Tuten
where = Madison, Florida
comments = Assigned to Base Materiel, 4081st Strat Wing (SAC) 1957-1960. Lived downtown Stephenville. Son was
delivered in Harmon hospital, 18 Dec 57. Have lots of fond memories of tour of duty and my dear Newfy friends.
Date/Time of Posting: Dec 04 2001 / 19:55:06
name = JAMES DOUGLAS STANLEY
where = BLAIR, OK
comments = Went to elementary school and then to the new high school on the hill. Was at Harmon I guess from 1959 or
1960 till 1964. Had a lot of great times, loved ice hockey and baseball. Left a lot of good friends when we transferred
out. Still trying to find them, Steve Drennen was my best friend. I have year books from Harmon. all my friends call me
slick. would like to hear from other people who went to Harmon schools. later SLICK!!!
Date/Time of Posting: Dec 10 2001 / 15:13:33
name = Natalie Oliphant McKamey
where = Bloomington, Indiana
comments = H-A-R-M-O-N R-O-C-K-E-T-S COME ON YOU ROCKETS YOU HAVE GOT TO SING YOU'RE THE
KING HARMON HIGH! b-e-a-t Beat 'em! b-u-s-t Bust 'em! Beat 'em! Bust 'em! That's our custom! Come on, Rockets,
Readjust 'em! I was only about 10 years old in 5th grade at Harmon, but I still remember that! My father, now retired
Col. Mark (Red or "Ollie") Oliphant was stationed at Harman as a jet fighter pilot about 1965. We spent a year there. I
remember we met a Mrs. Oliphant there who knew of no other family she had. I remember sledding down the big hill
with our toboggans and in the summer we'd use cardboard boxes. The leeches were so bad when it rained! We made a
very sophisticated tunneling system out of the snow in our front yard. I remember the duplex we lived in and recently
came across a picture of it on the web! My heart still goes out to the people of Stephenville. Oh, to go back and relive
those days! I'd like to find some of my fellow classmates from Miss Strayer's 5th grade class at Harmon (64-65?). Red
and Willie Oliphant are still alive and well in Bloomfield, Indiana, and welcome hearing from Air Force folks! God
bless!
Date/Time of Posting: Dec 15 2001 / 17:42:16
name = Peter Anders
where = Spokane, WA.
comments = I was in USAF as an Air Policeman-worked flightline Security & later worked Base Patrol & Main Gate. I
was there from '59-'61,The people of Stephenville were great folks & I'll always remember them as such. Would like to
hear from someone who lived there during that period..Pete
Date/Time of Posting: Dec 17 2001 / 08:48:51
name = Michael Bussone
where = Roseville, CA.
comments = My father Mario Bussone served at EH-AFB in the 1950's. He described his time there as a learning
experience. I only have one photo of him at EH-AFB while tending bar. My father passed away a little over a year ago. I
would like to find out if anyone has any other photos or information about my fathers time serving his country. Thanks!
Date/Time of Posting: Dec 17 2001 / 18:39:24
name = John Peck SSgt Retired USAF
where = Atwater CA 95301
comments = Started going to Harmon in 1955 from Dow AFB Bangor Maine TDY. Went PCS to Harmon 1964 and
closed it in Dec 1966. Loved every Year that I was at Harmon and Stephenville very, very nice PEOPLE (Thank You
ALL) John Peck
Date/Time of Posting: Dec 22 2001 / 18:55:16
name = Mindy Glass Caudle
where = Somerville, Tennessee
comments = My father, Major Paul Glass, was the safety officer there during 1961-1964. We lived on State Loop and we
loved it. We enjoyed riding the Shadow and all of the snow. Of course, we were children there but my parents loved it.
We also were there when President Kennedy was assassinated and we remember the base going on full alert. We would
love to talk with anyone who was there during that time period. Enjoyed your site.
Date/Time of Posting: Dec 31 2001 / 18:54:19
name = Laura C. Davidson
where = Arkansas
comments = I was born here in 1959. Dr. Page delivered me. If you want to hear a funny story... The Queen visited this
AFB and my parents, living up on the bluff wanted to see her. So, my dad got out his rifle, and they looked at her through
the scope from on top of the bluff. This would never happen in today's shaky society.
Date/Time of Posting: Jan 10 2002 / 18:14:10
name = Martin Jones
where = Mulberry, Fla
comments = Flight B 6th Air Rescue Squadron - January 1950 til September 1951 No history of HAFB is complete
without the Rescue Story Some shockin' good duty
Date/Time of Posting: Jan 29 2002 / 19:45:55
name = Carolyn Alkire
where = ohio
comments = My Dad, Floyd Welch, was stationed there in 1949 and 1950. He met and married my Mom, Mary Hinks, in
Jan. 1950.
Date/Time of Posting: Jan 31 2002 / 17:57:31
name = Jim Bomboy
where = Lewistown, Montana
comments = 1960 thru 1961 Cold as hell. :(
Date/Time of Posting: Feb 01 2002 / 12:43:16
name = Bill T. Gavin
where = Bonifay, Florida
comments = I was stationed at Harmon from Dec 60 to Jun 62. Assigned to 4081 CAMS as an Assistant crew chief on a
kc-97G tanker aircraft.
Date/Time of Posting: Feb 03 2002 / 22:05:38
name = Bill Boerner
where = Anacortes,Wa
comments = I was stationed at Ernest Harmon AFB from June 56 to Oct 57 with the 61 st FIS. My job was as aircraft
mechanic on F-89's. We then transferred to Truax Field, Madison, Wis. I remember going to the "Flick" usually 6 nights
a week. Also making a holster for my Ruger in the base leather shop. There was a three legged dog named "Tripod" who
knew the base bus schedule, so he didn't have to walk very far. The driver's would stop for him and he would get on. The
pilot's of Trans Canada Airlines impressed me with the way they could drop through the "soup" and land right on the
runway. We would go to the base dump about sundown and plink at rats with our 22's. Your photos of town bring back a
lot of memories. It sure was a long Winter although not as cold as Wisconsin. Nice web page.
Date/Time of Posting: Feb 04 2002 / 21:01:34
name = Marilu Pedro McGirk
where = Stephenville, NFLD (originally)
comments = I was born at the base in Stephenville 1965. My dad was an USAF Sergeant met my mom in NFLD & they
got married...We now live in PA
Date/Time of Posting: Feb 10 2002 / 11:10:01
name = Bill Hicks
where = born Ernest Harmon AFB May 2 1952
comments = Thanks for your site, I'm looking for any info or pictures during the early 50's. I was searching for any
records of my birth, such as the name of the paper at the times. I am now in Waco, Texas.
Date/Time of Posting: Feb 16 2002 / 16:26:08
name = Vernon R. Walker where = Bostic, NC
comments = I was at Ernest Harmon Sept 1956 to 1958 I was at Jerry's Nose most all the time I was there in
Newfoundland. That was a receiver Site away from the base.
Date/Time of Posting: Feb 16 2002 / 17:37:10
name = Roland Hofemann
where = Methuen MA
comments = Bob Hope show in 1962. 1933rd Communications Tape Relay (Plan 52.3B)Semi Automatic
Date/Time of Posting: Feb 19 2002 / 16:33:30
name = Phillip Huston
where = Now in California
comments = My father was stationed at Harmon flying F-89s with the 61st FIS. We moved up there in 1956 and left to go
to Amarillo AFB in 1960. Although I was a young kid then the place left lasting impressions on me and my family and I
still talk about our days up there. I think it made a lasting impression on all of us. My parents have said many times that
being assigned there was one of the best of my dad's career. I recognized the above ad for the "Red Rose Club" and
searched through one of the 3 yearbooks I still have and found the exact ad in the back. I knew I had seen that photo
before. I have the 1957, 58 and 59 "The Rocket" yearbooks. I would love to hear from anybody that lived up there during
the years I was there. Thanks for keeping this site up and running.
Date/Time of Posting: Mar 12 2002 / 20:44:34
name = robert fawcett
where = Indiana
comments = Went to 3&4th grade at Harmon 1964&65. Lived on top of hill overlooking Indian Head and ocean &
runway. My dad was kc97 pilot. We went there from selfridge.
Date/Time of Posting: Mar 25 2002 / 08:27:00
name = James A (JC) Cooper
where = Gnat Flats, Texas
comments = There are way too many to post here all at once. Suffice it to say, I kinda miss that place around Christmas
because we never see snow in South Texas. I worked in the Mats Terminal and spent most of my time playing Gin with
Captain Depp. My NCOIC was a SMSGT Lay and we had guys like Earl Hudson, Joe(Brower I think) Lived on the top
floor of one of those new "highrise" barracks. Roomed with the late Bob Ott who was a violin player on a local TV show.
I think Bob had been in for about 20 years then and had never been promoted higher than A3c. Got the wife up there and
we moved into a dinky little trailer up on a cliff just outside the base. I left about 5 or 6 months before the base closed.
Wish I could afford to visit one more time. JC
Date/Time of Posting: Apr 22 2002 / 15:28:06
name = Jim Mitchell (SSgt-1960)
where = Illinois
comments = I was on TDY from Lincon AFB, NE three different times in 1956, 1957, and 1958 with the 98th Air
Refueling Squadron. If that wasn't enough, we went through there on a TDY trip to the Azores Islands in early 1959. I
remember all the snow and cold. Used to have a dog that rode all the buses on base. We called him "Tripod", because he
had only three legs! He would wait at certain stops and get off when he was ready. I remember the "green eggs" in the
morning in the chow hall. About the only thing we could do was play cards and go to the club!
Date/Time of Posting: May 13 2002 / 10:03:38
name = Kate Clabough
where = Louisville, Tennessee
comments = I don't have any memories of Harmon myself, but my aunt served there sometime in the early 50s. I know
she finished basic training in October 1952 and went to Newfoundland after that. Her name was Doris Lee (Turner)
Alford. Nicknamed Feenie. She died in 1959. I am searching for information about her time in the WAFs. If you knew
her, please contact me. Many thanks in advance.
Date/Time of Posting: May 18 2002 / 13:03:01
name = James H Robinson
where = Belhaven North Carolina
comments = Was stationed there from 1956 to 1959. At first I was with the 52 Air Rescue Squadron. After it was de-activated I was assigned to the 4087 Air Transport Squadron. My wife Sally worked on the base for the American Red
Cross. She helped a lot of people with emergency leaves and other problems. When we first arrived we rented an
apartment. Later on we purchased a 40 foot trailer in the only park at that time. We were there when the Queen and
Prince Phillip visited the base. That was a real thrill to be that close to royalty. Had a lot of good times at Harmon.
Maybe we can return one day.
Date/Time of Posting: May 22 2002 / 10:40:14
name = Ray Smith
where = Illinois
comments = Served with 323FIS Oct 57 until Apr 59. Worked Ground Power Shop as Spray Painter had a lot of local
civilian friends enjoyed Hunting and evenings at the Canadian Legion. A/2C Ray Smith
Date/Time of Posting: Jul 05 2002 / 12:12:01
name = William A. Harmon
where = Silver Spring, Maryland & Dallas, Texas
comments = I've never been to Harmon Air Force Base, but it was named after my grandfather!
Date/Time of Posting: Jul 14 2002 / 18:56:49
name = BOB WESTFALL
where = BELTON MO.
comments = 136 ACS SQDN,1933RD AACS SQDN
Date/Time of Posting: Jul 18 2002 / 16:23:31
name = chet luty
where = 1754 boston rd. Hinckley, Ohio 44233
comments = Stationed 1951 to 1952 with the air police sq. played
with the nco melodiers for 17 months at the airmens club nco club
officers club moose club St Georges dancehall. I have pictures if
your interested? 4 canadian musicians played with us during the
17 months. I sure would like to find them. Eddie Richards trumpet player Skeegs McDonald piano
Date/Time of Posting: Jul 19 2002 / 05:27:34
name = patsy
where = born stephenville -1945
comments = there are so many memories for me,good friends i will
never forget ,brown derby ,rose club,avs,
old mosey,we lived on queen street .i worked at shanghai resturant
1958-1961,as a waitress.met my hubby there he was stationed at harmon,kenneth
starling.he had a good friend named
jack lily.the sweet shop on queen st was the place to go for a orange
crush and a cherry blossom ,oh yes the good old days.
Date/Time of Posting: Jul 23 2002 / 06:40:37
name = JOHN C WHITE
where = Kirkland, WA USA
comments = Looking for my father, who was a non-commissioned
officer, assigned to billeting at EHAFT in 1944-45.
His name is George T. Clark(e) [not sure of spelling].
Would appreciate hearing from any one who might have
known him. I never have. Thanks. John C. White
Date/Time of Posting: Jul 19 2002 / 19:28:25
name = MARCELLA ROGERS
where = STEPHENVILLE, NFLD.
comments = great looking at old photos .
my dad still worked at the base in 1966 when it closed
Date/Time of Posting: Jul 23 2002 / 14:51:59
name = martha cooper ( Gallant)
where = Stephenville, Nf.
comments = Thoroughly enjoyed the photos. Lived in S'ville during
the Air Force days, young, however the memories that I have are quite favorable.
Date/Time of Posting: Aug 01 2002 / 14:41:33
name = Jim Mitchell
where = N. Illinois
comments = I was assigned to the 98th Air Refueling Sq, stationed
at Lincoln AFB, Nebraska. We went on two different TDY's to Harmon
- once in l956 and again in l957. Stayed for approx. 3 months each
time. Naturally, we were there between November-February, so saw
a lot of cold weather and snow. Last time through was in l959,
on my way to Lajes Field, Azores. I remember we stayed in the barracks
a lot and played poker. Too much snow and cold to do anything else.
Also remember a three-legged dog, we named "Tripod" that roamed
the base. The base buses used to pick him up at different stops.
He would ride a while and seem to know when and where to get off.
Strange what one remembers after 40+ years
Date/Time of Posting: Aug 12 2002 / 13:09:37
name = Arthur Scott
where = Cleveland, Ohio
comments = I was one of the original members of Flight B, 6th. Air
Rescue Service when it opened up in 1948. I was a A and E mech.
and was stationed at EHAFB until early 1951 when I was transfered
to Hamiliton AFB in Califorina.I will never forget the wonderful
Newfoundlanders I met during my 30 some months at the base.I hope someday to return.
Date/Time of Posting: Aug 14 2002 / 00:07:36
name = Carrol D. Harris
where = Azusa, Calif
comments = Was with the 1933rd AACS from 1953-1954. Was ground to
air radio operator. Our radio shack was 5 miles off base. Stephenville
is a nice town. would love to see more pictures of the barricks
and around the base, Been so long ago cant remember the places
Date/Time of Posting: Aug 15 2002 / 10:32:13
name = robert smith
where = dover, delaware
comments = Camp 33, cold water, moose.
Date/Time of Posting: Aug 17 2002 / 07:18:51
name = Polly Miller Smith
where = Ky
Date/Time of Posting: Aug 18 2002 / 08:44:43
name = Leonard Ashburn
where = Indianapolis, Indiana
comments = I was Chief of Safety at Harmon from 1964 to near the
end in 1966. Would have stayed to the end but the USAF was reallocating
its pilot resources and I got reassigned to Dover, Del.
Harmon was the best assignment I ever had in the Air Force. We
were overseas in a friendly country and we clung together and really
enjoyed the basic friendship of our fellows.
Stephenville was a nice town, peopled with people who were as different
from us as night and day but we spoke the same language (if you could speak Newf!).
I flew that gap landing toward the south. Never liked it, never aced it.
My third daughter was born at Harmon. She is truly a Newf., as
different from the rest of her sisters and night & day.
While at Harmon we never had to buy meat. There were so many moose
hunters rotating back we'd take over a wagon and load up moose from
their freezers to ours. It takes some adjustment when you leave
back to the U.S. to get used to beef, which is rather bland when
you're used to the gamey taste of moose.
Love to hear from anyone about Harmon -- len_ashburn@hotmail.com
Date/Time of Posting: Aug 25 2002 / 16:55:09
name = yvonne neville
where = P ort au Port nfld/now long Island NY
comments = Married a guy from 640th A.C&W.Sqnd. We go back from time to time,always missing the place. Would love to hear from fellow
Newfie in the Usa and exchange memories. Stephenvill has changed
quite a bit but the brown derby is still there,the cresant,shanghi, blue star and tip top are all gone. Pinetree is closed down and
a ski resort is next to it now. NFLD will never be the same without the base
Date/Time of Posting: Aug 28 2002 / 09:47:10
name = Henry I. Gonzales
where = San Antonio, Texas
comments = Worked with Air Ways and Air Communications Service
(AACS). I was at the Transmitter Remote Site, about 8 miles from
the Main Base and about 3 miles from Stevenville Crossing. I was
there from 1949 to late 1951. My Senior NCO was Ray Ball; Hoekstra,
Lang, Pitman, Bailey, Avila were other airmen assigned to the site.
Transferred to Walker AFB, New Mexico, again with AACS.
Date/Time of Posting: Sep 21 2002 / 00:19:57
name = Patrick Farnsworth
where = Fresno, CA
comments = I lived there from 1955-1957, from first to third grade. Best place I ever lived. I remember the twins, Terrie and Sherry.
Date/Time of Posting: Sep 22 2002 / 06:57:13
name = James H Robinson
where = Belhaven NC 27810
comments = I was stationed at EHAFB from June 1957 to October 1959.
Lived in a small trailer in a park not too far from the main gate.
I was with the 52nd Air Rescue Squadron. Whwn it was disbanded I
went With the 4087 Air Transport Squadron. We had the red tail C-54
aircraft. The newest one was a 1942 model. The age dosen't bother
airplanes if they are maintained properly. Ours were in tip top
shape. I think if a place in the north country had an airport, we
made a trip to it. Shure enjoyed the time spent at Harmon. My wife
worked with the American Red Cross office on the base. I would like
to go back one day, maybe we will. I have pictures on this site
of the Queen's visit. Thanks to Tammy for this site.
Date/Time of Posting: Oct 29 2002 / 01:58:35
name = Ben Burruel
where = California
comments = My dad was stationed at Harmon from 64-66. We lived
in Stephensville. I remember playing in the woods at the end of
our street. Our neighbor was a Mountie and he'd bring home moose
meat they'd confiscated from poachers and my mom made tamales from
it. I also remember a guy dressed like the Planter's peanut coming
down the street and tossing packets fo peanuts to the kids. My
third sister was born at the base hospital. We attended school on base too.
I remember that I loved the snow as a kid there. I caught my first
fish there, a 22 inch flounder. My dad was ticked since he had
pointed me to the spot to get me out of his way.
The only friend I can remember by name was a kid named Bobby Coleman
who lived across the street. It was a fun time in a kid's life.
