James R. Gill

by Diana Gill
(Rogers, Arkansas)

My name is Diana Gill, the daughter in law of James R. Gill a navigator who was part of the 15th Air Force. 376th Heavy Bombardment Group. 515 Squadron in War II.
This blog mentions he passed away but the information is incorrect. He is still alive living in Rogers Arkansas. He is almost 92 years old and his mind is still very sharp and has awesome memories of the War and the two times his plane was shot down in the Adriatic.
If somebody wants to contact me, please feel free to email at dgill22@sbcglobal.net
dgill@nwacc.edu
Diana Gill.

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Sep 25, 2022
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Seeking history of my grandpa IMO Richard Gill Sr.
by: Jess grandchild of Richard Gill sr 357th airborne

James Richard Gill Sr. Is my fraternal grandfather and my father Robert F. Gill sr. Father. I would love to hear stories and have photos of my grandfather to show my children. My email is jessicamckey03@gmail.com. thank you for your services and all the things you all have done for my family our country and all other

Jess Mckey

Sep 23, 2022
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Seeking history of my grandpa IMO Richard Gill Sr.
by: Jess grandchild of Richard Gill sr 357th airborne

Richard Gill Sr. Is my fraternal grandfather and my father Robert F. Gill sr. Father. I would love to hear stories and have photos of my grandfather to show my children. My email is jessicamckey03@gmail.com. thank you for your services and all the things you all have done for my family our country and all other

Jess Mckey

Feb 25, 2016
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Tom's death.
by: Diana Gill

I spoke to my father in law James Gill today and told him about Tom's death. He was in shock and very sad and reminded me that now there are only two members from his crew still alive: Weido Chippelliti and of course him.
We send you our condolences.
James words about Tom: "He was a good leader. He tried to get our crew together every year since the War.I will miss him."

Feb 25, 2016
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Step-Granddaughter of Tom Boothby
by: Deanna Soost

Hi, I am Deanna Soost, I am the step granddaughter to Tom Boothby. It's with a heavy heart that I tell you Tom passed away on February 14th of this year. I recently came to learn more about his military history and was excited to find this website. Please if you have any stories or anything from their flights or stories I would be happy to hear from you. My email is smltwnrocker@gmail.com

Thank you for posting, I'm excited to learn more about my grandpa and what an extraordinary man he was.

Apr 23, 2015
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To John Norris From Bill Davis
by: William M Davis

John I would love to hear from you and trade stories about our Dads Service. Please E-mail me at williammdavis@hotmail.com

Mar 28, 2015
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My dad John Norris (Radio Operator) spoke of him too
by: Bill Norris

That's good to hear. My dad used to talk about him, Chipoletti, Pennington, etc. I found a box not long ago that had his medals and the Liberandos book. So good to hear these men are still with us. Please tell him hello for me.

Regards,

Bill Norris

Dec 11, 2014
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James R Gill [Navigator] James P. Bishop Crew
by: William M. Davis

Sorry, My Mistake. I have been looking for Mr. Gill for over a year. Mr. Boothby [Ball Turret]& Mr. Chipoletti [Nose Turret]said they had not heard from him for a while and i feared he had passed. Finally yesterday 12-10-14 I found him.
What a neat experience to speak with the man that flew next to my Dad for at least 40 missions 1944-45. We spoke of the mission Oct 17, 1944 where they were shot up over Vienna and ditched in the Adriatic Sea. We will talk more. I have a million questions.
My name is Bill Davis, Son of Bombardier William. R Davis. Dad passed away in 2009. He often spoke of Gill, Bishop, Chipoletti and Boothby. I will be speaking to your dad more.
I can not express how happy I was to find out Mr. Gill is still with us.
My e-mail address is williammdavis@hotmail.com

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