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Find people from the 1980s - message left in 2000 and earlier

Tracey Bantoft, traceybantoft(a)hotmail.com, Bentwaters and Woodbridge, British civilian, 81 TFW clinic, 1988 until mission completion.
It was a wonderful place to work and I am fortunate enough to still keep in contact with some of my friends from the 'good old days'. It would be great to find out about and contact others I knew during my time working and partying at the bases! If anyone was at the bases between 1986 and its closure I would love to hear from them. I am still living in the local area but at the moment I am at Holloman AFB, New Mexico.

Michael Williams aka Mooseman mwilliams43(a)hotmail.com Bentwaters 87to90, crewchief in the 92nd
Address: 1130 D, Geneva, NE 6836
Looking for Dan Blanchard he was my best man at my wedding.

Dan Myers dan.myers(a)lakenheath.af.mil RAF Bentwaters 1982-1987, Then SSgt - Now US Civil Service
Arrived RAF Bentwaters 1982 and set up the new A-10 flight simulator - returned to the US in 1987.
Now living in Norfolk - was fortunate and secured a US Civil Service position this year as Project Officer for the USAF F-15E Strike Eagle Flight Simulator at RAF Lakenheath. Still married to my English bride (local Woodbridge lass), now going on sixteen years. Two children - Emma 14 (going on 20) and Timothy 11. We are really enjoying being back in England, may even retire here. Recently toured RAF Bentwaters, what a sad sight indeed. Would like to hear from any of the A-10 flight simulator group.  

Robert King RKing21218(a)aol.com Bentwaters and Woodbridge March 89 March 92, e-4 / 81st EMS / AGE
114 Florida Rd, Dyess AFB, Abilene, Texas 79607
My wife and I were both stationed there. That is where we met and married. Two Texans who had to come overseas to meeet each other. I being AGE and her A welder/metals tech person. My name is Rob King and my wife was known as Jammie Rodgers at that time. We were wondering what happened to some people we knew. A British civilian named Reginald Southgate (Metals Tech), Michial Hatico USAF/AGE, Michael Fosse /AGE "DOC" Hunter / Sheetmetal If any of your website visitors can help we would greatly appreciate it and maybe we can help them in return.
Rob & Jammie (Rodgers) King

My name is Engo Helbig, RAF Bentwaters from DEC 1989 to DEC 1992, 81st AGS in both the 510th and 92nd AMUs.
I'm wondering if you can help me find out the building numbers of the barracks that I lived in. I would also like to find out the room numbers as well, but I think that would be to difficult.  If you are familiar with the Domestic Site of RAF Bentwaters, for my time  period, it should be easy to place.  I need the building numbers of barracks A and D. I would greatly appreciate any help or referrals that you can provide.

Mike Moore captmadmax(a)yahoo.com Bentwaters and Woodbridge Apr 82 tp Apr 84, Then AB-A1C Now Major
Looking for guys who lived in the 78th AGS dorm at Woodbridge or anyone who worked on the DCM staff at Bentwaters. Got back to the UK in '99 for five days on TDY, RON'd at Lakenheath and stopped by to see my old girlfriend's parents outside Bury St Edmunds. It has all changed a lot in the past 15 years!

Wendy Kentzel sweet_lady36(a)hotmail.com Bentwaters, Woodbridge 1989-1992
I was a brat when I lived there I was 7 when we moved there and ten when we left. I lived on Woodbridge in Mussidan court in front of the correctional building. Just looking for some of me old friends that I will never forget. Like Scott Smith, Shane St. Clair, Pamela Carey and her family, Nicky Bennetts, Jake Longwell. The list goes on and on. If anyone out there remembers me I would love to hear from you or if you know anyone I listed. Thanks
P.O. Box 6157, Great Falls, MT 59406

Rob Mahaffy RAF Bentwaters 1986-1988
My name is Rob (Moe) Mahaffy
I'm looking for any old friends and members of the 510th Fighter Squadron at RAF Bentwaters especially * TSgt Dusty Rhodes * Sgt Jesse Mceachern * Kim Hansen * The other Dusty Rhodes. Anyone else who remembers me and the nights at the makeshift enlisted club in the gym. I'm currently still in the AF at McGuire AFB in New Jersey

John Vest looking for ET Spencer.
He has been found. His email address is tcspencer2003 #(at)# yahoo.com

- I just had a "howdy boss" email from him.
Ron Burrell

Terry Priddy Priddytk(a)aol.com RAF Bentwaters/Woodbridge
My name is terry priddy, retired as a msgt. started life at crooked creek on the 28th of Feb..
I was the 7th man in to start the 511th amb. I was a crew chief then expeditor then pro super. moved to the 92nd when the 511 left. As things got tighter and the the jets left, I went to supervision because they couldn't get rid of me, been there to long, sort of like old furniture. Spent 13 nearly 14 years there as when I retired in july of 93 I worked for aafes and had to close down the twin bases for aafes. Felt like I lost a brother or sister. love to here from any of you if you know me or not Looking forward to hearing from you

2000


1999

Steven A Anderson - Jeffry Rados jrrados(a)earthlink.net RAF Bentwaters 1987-88
I am the brother of Steven A. Anderson. I hope this name sounds familiar to someone.
He was found dead in 1988, somewhere on or near the base.
I was presented this news from my CO who stated that Steven committed suicide. A detailed report as to what happened was never provided to our family. It took two weeks for his body to be returned to the US, again with no explanation. Can you imagine what we saw when my mother demanded for the casket to be opened; looking at a two week old deceased body. It didn't even look like Steven. Here it is 11 years later, and we still have no answers. I heard he had a girlfriend over there I heard many explanations.... I've heard it all! But, nothing makes much sense. If anyone has any info on my brother, I would greatly appreciate it. The circumstance really is irrelevant to me; meaning I don't aim to seek any revenge or compensations. I only want to know the truth of what happened. Thanks in advance for any help that you can provide!
Jeff Rados

Kevin B. Coble kcoble84(a)hotmail.com Bentwaters and Woodbridge 1983-1985 then 1987-1989, Sgt, 81st SPS
During my tour of duty at Bentwaters, I had the best time of my life. I was a Law Enforcement Spec at both bases from '83 to '89. I also was a member of the "PHANTOMS!" I made many good friends while I was stationed there. If you remember me, send me a 'lil e-mail. Cripple-Creek. You ready to hit?

Nathan Niemi (Nat) michellen(a)chartermi.net RAF Bentwaters 1988-1992
My wife, Michelle, and I lived in Felixstowe while stationed at RAF Bentwaters. Our daughter Emmaleigh was born at RAF Lakenheath in April 1991. We are just looking for any old friends. Thanks! 310 S. Marquette St., Ironwood, MI 499938

Robert (Bob) Reynolds Hook939(a)bellsouth.net RAF Bentwaters 1983 - 1987
I haven't thought about Bentwaters in years, but I was glad to find this site. Bentwaters was the best assignment I had in my 20 year career. I'd be interested to hear from anyone who was stationed there back then. Especially Vehicle Maintenance personnel: Huerta, Prohaska, Tom, Richie, Ski, Larry Burke, Tom Sneddon, Trosclair.
I still contact Shawn Colberg and Valerie Fioretta and Scott Kirsch.
Anyone remember a girl named Mary (her last name escapes me) who I went out with in 85-86. She worked at the chow hall, lived in the dorm, had blonde hair, talked kind of slow (sorry Mary) {it was more like a slight southern accent.} Her roommate went out with a friend of mine (his name escapes me also, I have a picture of him somewhere, he was from Boston) he introduced me to Mary. We went out for a few months, partied at the club often and had a few laughs. We'd go to the bowling alley for a late night snack or put on our uniforms and go to midnight chow. We remained friends after we broke up and I think she married a Brit. What happened to Mary? Does anyone remember "Bag Nasty" or the "Bag Nasty Lady?" (Oh, yes, Ron Burrell is her dad!)
How about Phil the taxi dispatcher (got me home many a night) "Need a cab Woody Base!" I also went out with a few British girls: Barbara W? Her best friend was Shirley Johnson. They were from Leiston and inseparable. Shirley might have worked at the base until it closed? Barbara married an American and moved to Arizona? I hung out in Aldeburgh quite a bit. Went out with a girl there named Liz Grozika? I think she eventually got a job at the base and married an American as well. There was a girl named Celia. I'd be interested to know what she remembers. She worked at the CBPO I think. God my memory is shot! Must have been all those pints I drank in England : )

Larry & Starr Easley leasley(a)texas.net RAF Bentwaters 1984-1987
Looking for old friends who bowled at the RAF Bentwaters/Woodbridge Bowling Centers, which I managed mid-1984 to early 1987. My wife's name is Starr, and the children are Jimmy and Stacy Bittenbender, and Laura and Patty Easley. If you bowled at the bases during that time or if you remember us, please drop us a line - we'd love to hear from you. Does anyone know Dave or Vera King of Ipswich, or Joe & Edie Carr?

STEVE HOEFS, RAF Bentwaters 1980-1982
WOULD LIKE TO FIND OLD ROOMMATES STEPHEN PARRINELLO AND JAMES (HOWIE) DICKERSON WAS HIS AND HIS WIFE'S (VICKY SOLOMON) BEST MAN AT THEIR WEDDING
20 THORNHILL ESTATES, POCA, WEST VIRGINIA 25159
Telephone: 304-586-2019

Patrick J Bailey - Firefighter at Bentwates from 85-87, and enjoyed every moment.
Trying to locate a great friend of mine that stayed over there to be with his new bride. His name was Rick Ceculski, hers was Trudy Frost, I think they married in 87.
PATRICK FOUND RICK CECULSKI THROUGH THESE PAGES!

Cherie Gause
Seeking the daughter of someone who worked at Woodbridge around the early 80s.
Her name was Cherie Gause. Does someone remember her father who worked on base. I think they returned to America around 1983(?) They lived in Boxford. I would appreciate any help. Thanks.
Marion Kirby kirbym(a)ihug.co.nz
MARION HAS FOUND CHERIE, THROUGH THESE PAGES by Ron Burrell!

1999


1998

Terry Kelley - Weapons AFETS (Air Force Engineering & Technical Services) civilians assigned to both Woodbridge and Bentwaters bases.
81 TFW from 89-92, then followed the A-10s to Spangdahlem AB GE.
Lived in the "Mill House", Mill Road, Butley. Impossible to describe what is most missed/loved of England. The list would go on.....
My wife is Nida, a native Filipino from Bacolad, Philippines
Terry Kelly

Dave King and his kids in 2002David King (pictured right, with his kids)
Woodbridge High School From 1980 to 1985
Looking for people who attended school at that time, or near that time.
Also looking to see if there has been a reunion.
starwars16(a)juno.com

Robert Starling looking for "Rags" or "RAGS"
I'm a Brit. who flew a Hunting Provost (prop. trainer) aircraft into Bentwaters for the open day in 1989
My host was a captain or a major with the nickname RAGS. Does anybody know him - he was super guy and supplied enough beer to see me through that year. Bentwaters was the best station that I flew to during 1988 through to 1990 display season - everybody was just great. At Norwich airport we have two ex USAF Bentwaters and Woodbridge A10 engineers who run their own FAA maintenance operation in the UK when the bases closed they just stayed here to continue to keep USA/UK relations in trim.
Robert starling

Looking for Linda MacDermott, from Glasgow, with whom I shared a house in Eyke (Corbie Steps) along with Gordon Fancy, from Dunfermline.
They both worked for the US Base Exchange (contractor) or for Massey Motors and the Railway Station antiques in Campsea Ashe (Wickham Market). They were my best man and lady at my wedding in Melton in November 1987. I was posted at RAF Bentwaters from September 1987-November 1989. Perhaps someone knowing my old mate Dave Cooper who worked at Massey Motors might be out there and could provide a link. Or possibly the inn keepers Harvey and Leslie Shand of the Elephant and Castle in Eyke? My name is Ronald Case. My wife Paula would dearly love to renew contact with Linda.
casepeoples(a)sprynet.com

Mary Sams, RAF Bentwaters 1989-1992, Dependant
Would really love to find Mary Sams. (spouse: Larry)
We worked together at the Bentwaters AFB Child Development Center. If you're not on line, call me at 407 633 0691. Also love to hear from anyone else connected with the Child Development Center during that time.
Linda Norway
883 Brunswick Lane, Rockledge, FL 32955-4022 Telephone: 407 633-0691

Peter Fiske tarnabuster(a)hotmail.com Bentwaters
Trying to trace John and Linda SWAIN, Serving at Bentwaters late 80`s/early 90`s. Lived in Laxfield Suffolk before moving to Montana. We were neighbours but have lost touch
Any information please get in touch.

Duval O Thomas, a.k.a. DOT
RAF Bentwaters AGE Branch from 1989 to base closure in 1993.
Married Louise in 1991, Ipswich. Last known locations were RAF Mildenhall and New York USA.
DOT WAS FOUND THROUGH THESE PAGES, by Glenn Martin, with help from Ron Burrell.

Walter W. Turns RAF Bentwaters 1980 to 1984, I was a SSgt at the 81st Clinic in the laboratory
Seeking to contact anyone from the clinic who was there at that time. I lived in Aldeburgh and would love to find some of my drinking buddies from the old days. Albert, Ozzie, Goffie are you out there?

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