271 www.on.legion.ca ONTARIO COMMAND KIPP, William Edward William was born on May 30, 1925 in London, Ontario. He enlisted in the Canadian Army (Active) to serve in World War II on September 24, 1943. After his training at Chatham, Ipperwash, Nanaimo and Vancouver, BC he was shipped overseas. As a member of the Essex Scottish Regiment, he served in England, France, Germany, Belgium and Holland. William was wounded overseas and returned to Canada onboard the hospital ship Letitia. His medals include the 1939-1945 Star, the France and Germany Star, the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal with Clasp and the War Medal 1939-1945. He was also awarded a Commander-In-Chief Certificate. William was discharged on September 24, 1945 at Wolseley Barracks in London at the rank of A/Corporal. William passed away on December 27, 2009. KNIGHT-MENDES, Michelle Linda Michelle was born in Cobourg, Ontario on July 21, 1978. Major Michelle KnightMendes graduated from RMC in 2001 and received her Master’s Degree in International Affairs. She served in two tours in Afghanistan. Michele was killed in service on April 23, 2009 in Afghanistan. KNAPP, Gregory John Gregory was born in London, Ontario on April 24, 1986. He enlisted in the Army on February 1, 2007. He served with the 1st Battalion RCR for nine years in Petawawa and was posted to 4 CDTC Meaford. He served in Panjwai District, Kandahar province and Afghanistan and is currently still serving. He is married to Angie and they have three children Xander, Cora and Charlotte.
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