Entry submitted by Andy's step-son Carl Peters (Chad Class of 66)

BACKSCHEIDER, Tom  -  Unknown Sq 
@ Chas:  1957-58
Maryville, TN

[jpnote:  Friend of my friend, Carolyn Crofutt '60]

BACON, Pat S/sgt - (friend of JP's dad)
[jpnote:  This photo was taken beside my house in Ardentes. - 1959 - Pat and his family lived in Levroux.  My mom and dad used to play cards at their house and I would play with their small children. Pat, if you ever find this entry, I'd like to hear from you.] 

BAUER, Lt. Col Edwin E. Bauer -  Unknown Sq
@ Chas:  1957- 65
12-2-06  Col. Bauer's daughters Babs, Dottie & Teri attended high school and elementary at Chas.

BAY, Dick   -  Unknown Sq - Chas Memorium

 

[jp emailed on another website 11-25-02.  Harold read but no reply.   Emailed again 3-09-04 - no reply.]

[jp emailed 11-7-02 on another website - no reply.]

BEREZO, Phillip   Chas Memorium  & Chas Marriages
@ Chas - 1958-60

06/30/2001   (Guestbook Entry of Wife Daniele   Montgomery, AL)   My husband, Phil, was stationed in Châteauroux "La Martinerie" from 1958 until 1960.  I am French from Châteauroux.  We were married in 1961.  He is now deceased,  I would love to know if somebody remembers him, or me for that matter.  Hope to hear from someone.

BLOOMER, Henry P. Sr.  -  Unknown Sq
[jpnote:  Click the thumbnail for a really nice large photo view.  Are you in this motorcycle gang?]

BRADSHAW, ?? -  Unknown Sq - No Email Listed
@ Chas: 60-63
Cleveland, OH
02/20/2002  Entry from wife, Janet: My husband was stationed in Châteauroux in the early sixty's. We have fond memories of our time there.

BROWN, Col. Preston  -  Unknown Sq 
@ Chas:  1957-60
Newcastle, CA

5-8-04:  Entry by son, Philip M Brown II -   I was a kid then; my father, Col. Preston Brown was an officer at the Air Station. We have terrific memories. My dad is still alive at 85.5 yrs of age; Please write if you remember us..

Son, Gary Bunn - Born @ Chas July 3, 1955

CARTER, Bill 
@ Chas: 1956-68
5-28-05  I was in Châteauroux in 1956-1958.  Part of the time we lived in an apartment complex with other Americans that was near a school.  I have not been in Châteauroux since 1958.   I would like to visit some of the places I remember, like the apartment.  Do you happen to have an address so I can find this while I am there?  Also, I assume that the base is closed to visitors.  Is that correct?  The pictures of the base brought back some very clear memories.  Thanks.  [jpnote:  I replied to Bill's email about Touvent and needing a pass to tour La Martinerie.]

9-20-07  Three sons Born @ Chas 

COLLINS, Robert A. - Deols - Chateauroux from 1951-1954
Wife, Jeannine Letrou Collins

I am writing as the daughter of USAF serviceman Robert A. Collins who was stationed at .  Two of my brothers were born there as my Dad met and married our Mom who was working at the PX at the time.  Both of them are deceased, but I would love to add his name to your website.  I am pretty sure he worked in the mess.  Her name was Jeannine Letrou Collins.  Look magazine even did a story about their romance.  I have copies which I would be glad to scan and send to your webmaster.  Please let me know if you  would like copies.  It may take me some time to gather them up but I think your website is great. Martine Rose - also served USAF DC 1992-2000

Ron and his wife Jayne own a beautiful resort in Oregon.  Check out their website @ touroregon.com/moonset

Left - Ron in Paris - 2005  

Belle Isle - 1955

I was there from 1954-56. I should mention that I was at UCLA for seven years as a student, followed by a 26-year career as a professor of political science, but I sometimes think that it was Châteauroux and my USAF experience that had the greater influence on my life. It has certainly loomed larger in my memories and affections.

I was 21 when I arrived in Châteauroux in 1954, far from my California home, family and girlfriend. What an adventure! The men and women I served with were among the best people I have known, and our French hosts were unfailingly kind.

I have returned to France nearly every year since the late 1960s, and remain in touch with numerous friends from those years at Chad. Although my wife and I usually rent an apartment in Paris, we also make it a point to visit  Châteauroux.

2-25-05 - Ron's friend, Lance Olsen, signed the school guestbook - they have reconnected.

Ron & friend in front of Le Strasbourg Bar - 1955

Ron @ Argenton-1955

 01/19/2003    Did attend the Châteauroux/Déols Reunion in Sept 1998 at Chas/Déols.