Dependents Messages - Clark Air Base Message Board

Military Dependents
Message Board - Clark Air Base

78 Messages Since 1-1-2000

Posted 12-29-00
Barbara Brown (Valintine), 63 - 65
valentinebarbara@hotmail.com

I had the time of my life in P.I. I was 15-16 years old and my mom organized all kinds of things to keep the teenagers out of trouble. You may remember me as the dancing fool at the teen club. You may remember my brother "Norman Brown" who at age 14, won all the pool tournement tropies. You may remember me as a Rainbow Girl in the Masonic Lodge with Connie and Judy Brown. You may remember swimming with the syncronized swimming group my mom had perform for the Marco's in Manila. You may remember getting our water safety assistants badges with the Red Cross. I even volunteered with the Hospital Unit that Vietnam Vets came back to. Mom taught them to play bridge and I taught them restaint! I now work for the city of Austin Texas and will retire in 4 years.

Looking for Christopher Knight or Bill Jolley or anyone involved with the syncronized swimming group who performed for the Marcos' in Manila at the Olympic Pool during that time.

I can also be reached at 1-800-214-1225 after 4pm 512-493-2013 work.

Posted 1-27-01
Donna Reed, 69 - 71
catmama2@mindspring.com

Just looking for people who lived on base during these years and attended V.I. Grissom with me. My name is Donna Reed and my family lived on Thomas Street. I remember having so much fun on the beautiful base, horseback riding, the movies, pool, and hobby shop. My father's name is Charles B. Reed and he worked on the flightline. Our housegirl's name was leticia "lettie" Dagdag. We have lost touch with her over the years and often wondered what became of her. Would love to hear from other brats who lived at Clark!

Posted 5-11-01
Stephen Taylor, Lily Hill, March 1978 - March 1980
staylor@semi.org

I am looking for anyone who went to school at Lily Hill Middle school around the same time as I did. My sister's name was Tammy Taylor. My mother and father's name are Linda and TSGT Melvin F. Taylor Jr.. My dad was in the CES squadron. He worked in the Entomology Building. Thanks!

Posted 8-31-01
Teresita Berino Collier
collier@oakharbor.net

I am looking for my cousin Rosario, Rosita, or Rosa Delgado. Her Dad's name was Abdon Delgado. Mother's name was Pasing, Pasita, or Tasing Malinog or Nabaonag Delgado. Her brother's name is Oscar Delgado. My name is Teresita or Dayday Malinog or Nabaonag Berino. My mother's name is Coning or Cornilia Malinog or Nabaonag Berino. My Dad's name was Antonio or Tonying Berino. My brother's name are Rody, Intong, Sosimo, Jonging Berino. My sister's name is Liticia Berino. Our family came from Bario Baras and went to school in Bario Cinco Catbalogan Samar. I hope you can remember me and my family. I am married and settled in Whidbey Island Washington. I would appreciate any information to locate my cousin. She was married to an Airman from Clark Air Base around the time frame 1972-1975. Thank you.

Posted 1-9-02
Christine Turner ('78 -'80)
turner_christine@yahoo.com

I attended Wurtsmith Elementary for kindergarten and 1st grade. I lived in Diamond subdivision off the base then moved to Masbati street on the base before we left in 1980. My neighbor was Lynn Lara and my best friend was Annette Juco and Chris Baker. I had Mrs. Brent as a kindergarten teacher. Annette was her daughter. I had Mrs. Taft for 1st grade.

I am now working as a chemist in Louisiana. Just wondering if anyone out there may have some stories from that time. I sure missed that life. School and playtime were the best. Especially having our own personal maids. I am really interested to get in touch with Annette again. If there are any other brats out there, give me a holler in Cajun country.

Posted 4-21-02
Bob Anderson, 73 - 77
5150gizmo@dslextreme.com

Hello. I attended Wurtsmith Elementary School back in 1973 (First Grade) until we left there on August 11 1977. I remember being a crossing guard until a teacher found out I was only in the Third Grade! Going to the NCO Club with my parents on the weekends and playing the arcades there. When we would run out of quarters my dad would sends us out side to play in the hills behind the NCO Club. We would find bunkers that were abandoned from WWII in those hills while looking for the Barrel of Gold buried by the Japanese.

I remember the 1976 Bicentennial Air Show on Clark AFB and swimming on base on those hot days. How about the Aircraft Bone Yard on the base where the locals used to come in and dismantle the planes from the Vietnam War for scraps. We lived in Diamond subdivision off the base on Batangas Street. Presently located in Highland, California. Drop me a note. I would like to hear from you Air Force Brats!

Posted 5-4-02
Marvin V. Carmical, 68 - 73
marv1978@sbcglobal.net (updated 10-03-12)

We were stationed at Clark A.F.B. from 1968-1973 & consider it one of our best assignments. I attended Virgil Grissom Elementary 4th - 6th grade & 7th Grade at Wagner Jr. High. Some of my teachers were Mrs. Walters, Mr. Lipoff, Mr. Giles, Mrs. Miller, & Mrs. Coffeen. We also attended Clarkfield Assembly of God. We lived at 1853 Ernest St. My best friend, Steve Creamer, lived behind me. His parents were Pat & Rene Creamer & he had a brother Michael. They attended Clarkfield Baptist church. They left Clark & went to Holleman A.F.B. N.M. I have been looking for him for years & would love to locate him. I would also like to hear from other students who attended Virgil Grissom or Wagner Jr, High from 1969-1973. I would like to hear from fellow classmates who might have had classes with me & fellow church members of Clarkfield Assembly of God. Clark was an awesome assignment!

Posted 6-8-02
Kim Knerler, 68 - 77
Taz71098@aol.com

We were stationed at Clark between (off and on) 68 - 77. The only school I went to was V.I. Grisson. Everyone else went to Wagner H.S. and Middle and Cinderella Pre-School. Anyone who knew us... all 7 kids... the Kneler girls (Beverly, Kimberley, Becky, Gretchen) and Ron Bennett, Bill and Mike Kemp. We lived on Bong Hwy 5575 to be exact. We are looking for the Janszaks. They had 3 daughters and a son.

Posted 6-26-02
Amilyn Sweasy 87-91
lillyams@hotmail.com

I went to Lily Hill Middle School and looking for my friends, Aileen Scully and Joanna Pantig. Or anyone that went to Lily Hill at the same time I did. I just want to know where and what happen to them.

Posted 7-8-02
Michele Keough, 80 - 84
nd_4_spd10@hotmail.com

I am just looking to get in touch with those that were in the 374th FMS between '80 to about '84. I am the daughter of William S. Keough who served there. He was a Tsgt. The only buddy of his I can remember is Gary (A to Z) Antoniewicz(sp?). Also lloking for anyone who went to V.I. Grissom Elementary School or who lived on Susanna St. in Plaridel II Subd.

Posted 9-21-02
Rob McIntire, 1971 - 75
rpmcint@hub.ofthe.net

I have a lot of really fond memories from living on Clark AFB. I lived there when I was 9-10 years old. I attended 4th Grade at Wurtsmith Elementary. As I recall, Lily Hill Middle School opened while I was there, anyway that's where I attended 5th Grade. I remember having Mr. Arrington as my 4th Grade HomeRoom teacher. In 5th Grade, Mrs. Mann was my HomeRoom & History Teacher. From 5th Grade, I also remember a Mrs.Roberds and Mrs. Salter. I was in the play "Oliver" as one of the "street urchin boys" which we rehearsed and performed at Wagner High School. My dad was a Major and flew the F-4. He worked at 13th Air Force Headquarters at one end of the Parade Field. We lived just behind the Officers Club, which at that time ('71-'73) was right next to the Parade Field. I lived on Wint Avenue. I remember swimming at the Officer's Club pool many mornings before going to school. I have a laundry list of people I'd like to correspond with from that era: My best friends were Lance Lindsay and Mike Trout. I remember a family named Pritchard, who had about seven kids. The one closest to my age was Mike Pritchard. I also remember Debbie & Mark Robinson, Mike Brinker, Gary Greer, Katy Hensley, Rich Taft, Jeff Carnell and Larry Trout. All of these people would be around forty now (2002). If you know any of these people, please let me know. I can be contacted at (806) 745-0008 or 799-8504.

Posted 10-18-02
Jessica Vanselow, 1981 - 1991
Dependent Of (RET) MSgt Robert John Vanselow Jr.
BRATTY1201@aol.com

I am a military dependent. My family was stationed at Clark Air Force base from 1981-1991. I was born there and I lived there up till I was 11. Even though it has been 11 years since I have not been there I miss home and I miss my old friends. Darrell Clifford and Michelle Balfoggs. They were my best friends. I went to Grissom Elementary School. I still remember the smell and what the Philippines looks like. My mother is full Filipino. She has me remember what the Islands look like and what the good old days were like. I wish that the hands of time would go back so I can say good-bye to my friends and my Grandmother who past away after we left. I never got to say good-bye to my house and friends. But I know that I cannot live in the past. That is why I am writing this, so that my remembrance of the Philippines lives on in my heart. My father plays a video of the volcanic eruption that he took while he was in the Philippines for the year that we parted. It shows all the sad things that the place I still call home was destroyed. But I have that to remember the good times. I hope that those friends that I named could see this and to know that I am looking for them and I would like to contact them sometime.

Posted 11-25-02
AO2(AW) Cracknell Allen USN
Attended Wagner High School from 1986 to 1989
akngac@y-comm.com

I am trying to locate the former Clark AFB Base Commander, Col. Cardile (1985-1988) and family. I was good friends with thier son and daughter and have had no success in locating them. I have tried my alumni page for Wagner High School but every link ended up at a dead end. If you could help me with my frustrating search, I would be extremely greatful. The sons name is Frank Cardile and the daughters name is Kimberly Cardile. I believe the fathers name was also Frank, if my memory serves me right. I could be wrong about the fathers position as Base Commander. He may have been Commander for the 374th TAW Clark AFB. He was refered to as the Base Commander by his children several times when I hung out with them. Thank you for your time and Best Regards.

Posted 1-01-03
Robert Weymouth 65' - 80'
Schools attended: Wurtsmith Elementary, Grissom Elementary,
Lilly Hill Middle, Wagner Middle, and Wagner High.
RobityRob@aol.com

I was a dependent growing up in the P.I. just about my whole childhood until late in my high school years. My father, Kenneth Weymouth (MSgt, Retired) served 5 tours to Clark AB. My mother is from Angeles City, which going back and forth to Clark was just fine with her. I will never forget my years growing up there. We always lived in Diamond subdivion (Banahaw, Dalia, Susanna streets) Some of the other dependents I grew up and hung around with were: The Rizya brothers, Robby Jenks, Rodney Duff, Leonard Riel, Mike Versoza, Brian and Adrian Montes, Ron Noriega and his brothers Randy and John, Edgar Gill (I wonder where he is now) just to name a few. We all use to play football at the parks in Diamond. I also have two sisters who grew up there as well; Deena and Marissa. If anyone remembers me or my sisters or any of the above friends I've listed, please drop me a line.

Posted 3-9-03
Dale Huling, 1972 - 1973
Looking for....
dlhgoldwing@yahoo.com

I am looking for Tina Moreno, She was 17 years old at the time and her father was a SMSgt. They lived in base housing. I was an A1C and stationed at Wallace Air Station in Northern Luzon and would visit Clark AB and Tina when I was on break. Her and I had some great talks and walks all over the base. I would love to get in touch with her again. I was stationed in the PI from Jan 72 thru Feb 73. So it had to be in the summer of 72. She left the PI, after graduating from High School and went to Vermont to live with her boyfriend of the time. He was a SSgt and a good cook in the Military. Last I heard they lived in Vermont and she was a Chamber Maid and he was a Chef at one of the Ski Lodges. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Her Family treated me very well. Tina and I shared a good friendship that summer before she left. Thanks.

Posted 8-18-03
Ernest Eiselstein, April 1974 to 1980
ex4eiselstein@aol.com

My father was a U.S. Army retiree who decided to stay with his family in the Philippines. I am looking for fellow dependents who went to school off base etc: A.U.F.- Holy Angel and Holy Family between 1974 thru 1980. Remember FEN "The Far East Network Philippines" TV channel, everytime I hear that song from Johnny Nash "I can see clearly now the rain is gone" I always remember the carton animation of the man kicking the stone that turns into a wheel barrel and then into something else or the anoying emergency test, "This is just a test". My favorate time on base was the "Happening on the green" by the olympic pool and bamboo ball and also the bands from off base that used to play like (Judas) the band from the bar Jean close to Johnny's supermarket. Hope Herschell Crittendon, Mike Payne, Don Fields, Robbie Thorsteinson, Karen Stewart, Lisa Templeman, Lonnie Tincknell, Rory David I hope you guys see this.

Posted 10-20-03
Candy, 1949 - 1951
LarryandCandy@aol.com

I am searching for anyone that may have been at Clark in 1949 thru 1951 and knew guys from the 24th Motor Vehicle Sqdn, 6208th Deposit Wing. I am specifically looking for information about Master Sgt. Ralph Ross and his family. I have a brother that was adopted in 1950, and have been searching for several years for any info about that adoption. The names Col. Kinney and Col.? Peterson have surfaced, but I need more info. Any information is greatly appreciated.

Posted 12-27-03
Carla Seevers Mullins
cmmm@bulloch.net

My name is Carla Seevers Mullins. My father, Clarence "Rocky" Seevers served at Clark in 1967-?. I am seeking info from anyone who may have flown with him to Nam to pick up injured soldiers. This info is not in his military records. It is needed as my mother has filed a claim with the V.A. to receive agent orange benefits. My father died in 1996, the cause of death was prostate cancer. If anyone flew with him, all that is needed is some documentation to that effect. Thank You for all your help.

Posted 11-27-03
Frank Miller, 1983 - 1991
fwmj@fwmj.com

Hi. I was reminsicing and searched on google for pictures of where we used to live. Just looking for anyone that went to V.I. Grissom or MacArthur Elementary School from 87-91 to play catch up. I'm currently a junior/senior (somewhere in between) at Rice University in Houston Texas. I used to live on Simon Street in the NCO Barns and Postal Street in the newer NCO housing. Specifically looking for Andrew Wells, Billy Lancaster, Ben McDaniel, Robin Coacher, a Stephanie & Jennifer (who were always a pair) who came to my birthday party at Burger King, and Robbie Puffingburger.

Posted 11-27-03
Tony Montes, Wagner Middle, 1970 - 1972
tmontes@tmontes.net

I lived off base in Villa Angela. Some of the Teachers I remember were Mr Boucheck (Biology) and Mr Hacker (English). I would like to find a school annual for WMS for that period. I would be happy to scan it and send it back. I remember Becky Short, Liz and Joann Krystal, Ernie Cisneros, Steve Clayton, Mike Hawkins. I am sure with a little memory jogging I will remember more. Those were fun times. I'd like to hear from anyone that was there during that period. I have older and younger brothers that may have known somebody there. http://tmontes.net

Posted 11-29-03
Kim Cugno, Lily Hill, 1987 - 1991
Kcugno@yahoo.com or flippernshamu@aol

My name is Kim Cugno and I attendended Lily Hill from 1987-1991 to the day Mt. Pinatubo errupted. I would like to get in touch with all my friends that were evacuated to different bases at the time of the erruption. I would appreciate it if you would post my name along with my e-mail address on your list of students who attended Lily Hill. I appreciate your help. Thank you.

Posted 12-25-04
Jeremy Kyle, 1982 - 1988
Wurtsmith Elementary and Wagner Middle
Jacks0308@aol.com

Dependent of then Capt. Mark Kyle USAF now Col. Mark Kyle USAFR. We lived at 158 14th Place (the horseshoe) in the western Hill housing area. I can still remember the phone number 29332. Though it looks smaller on the ariel photos now. Clark AB was my entire world from the ages of 7 thur 13. Looking back at that time, starting in the trailers with the windows painted black, all the way to Marcos's strangle hold on the people being ripped from his hands, I enjoyed my time in the P.I.. No where else in my military childhood did I have so many things to do; youthcenter, bowling, football, soccer, basketball (Dad coached), baseball, boyscouts, golf, a BMX bike track (where a Nigreto was kind enough to leap over "The Wall" grab my brand new dirt bike and throw both it and himself back over the wall, neither to be seen again) two movie theaters, endless jungle to explore in search of W.W.II leftovers (although not by Lily Hill because there was supposed to be old landmines still waiting for their victims up there) the list goes on and on. My twin brother Jason and I had many friends. You gained new ones and lost old ones to "The States" throughout the year. I would like to know what happened to the following people: Billy Gates, John and Calvin Wolfe, Pascal Felix, Joyce Liecup, Mike Roberts, Michael Violet, Ben Unaver, DR. Parsley, James "Games People Play" Jernigan, David Roads, Jennifer Flowers, Broody Groover , Joe Pride or anybody who knew Jeremy or Jason Kyle the twin boys with almost pure white hair or if you knew any of these people or if you ever braved the entire lenght of "The Jungle" a.k.a. the FM washout please email me. Jeremy Kyle Jacksonville,FL

Posted 2-22-04
Criss Castle
crisscastle@cox.net

Hi! I was born at Clark and lived there for about half my life. I belong to an alumni association for Clark Air Base dependents, friends and family who went to school at Clark. The website is http://www.whoa.org Peace, http://www.ercilia.com

Posted 8-23-04
David Clark 1976 - 1978, 1982 - 1986
Wurtsmith, Grissom, Lilly Hill, Wagner Middle
davtclark@yahoo.com

My Family (Father--RET SMSGT David B. Clark, Mother--Pam, and Brother--Michael) was stationed at Clark Air Force Base twice. We lived off base in Diamond the first tour. The second tour we stayed at the "trailers" for a moment till we got settled into our home off base in Plaridel II. Stayed there for a while and moved on base at 2403 Postal Street. That was great because I made more friends very quickly because I played sports year round and recognized people that I played against; and because we didn't have to drive on base to get drinking water and heat water up to take a bath. Things I remember at Clark: H.O.G. (the parachute ride, the craps table--gambling for tickets, the fireworks, the Masonic Lodge Fish Fry booth), Four Seasons, the new Youth Center, Chicken Coop, FEN, the Bamboo Bowl, the Olympic swimming pool & the other big pool--forgot the name, typhoon season, the day Burger King opened. Just to name a few things; and of course my friends. That being said I would hopefully like to get in touch with ANYONE that remembers me or the following people: John, Jason & Kevin Van Blarcom, Richard & Robert Blink, Richard & Ray Rogers, Neil Glover, Leonard & Matthew Holsten, T.C. Tripp, Lynn Clark, Marjo Versoza, Everyone I played sports with and ANYONE I went to school with; and anyone on Jeremy Kyle's list. Hopefully someone knows somebody and so on. Thanks to Sgt. H. James for puting this site together.

Posted 8-23-04
John Phillips, 1971-1973
jplegend@erols.com

I attended VI Grissom in 1971….I was 10 at the time. Attended Lilly Hill when it opened…1972-73 school year. Lived in Hill Housing on Johnson Avenue….Regional Relay Facility civilian housing. Would love to catch up with pals Rodney Maxwell, Robbie Stoughton, Tim Tarpley, Karl Turner, Martin Ludwig, or Keith Olsen, Mark Saldivar, Richard Lopez, Dale Wooten. Would also love to catch up with teachers Ms. Schmidt and Ms. Miller from Lilly Hill. Would love to hear from ANYONE who attended those schools or lived in that area at that time.

Posted 8-23-04
Marvin V. Carmical, 1969 -1973
marv1978@centurytel.net

I am Marvin Carmical & my parents are Vernon & Estell Carmical. We were at Clark from 1969 -1973. My Dad worked in the PMEL Lab. I attended 4-6th grade at Virgil Grissom Elem. & 7th at Wagner Jr. High. We lived off base in L & S subdivsion & on base on Ernest St. in WWII "barn" housing. We attended Clarkfield Assembly of God where the Cecil Culbreths were our Pastor. I would love to hear from anyone that might have known us then! Clark was my favorite assignment!

Posted 8-23-04
Jean R Farquhar, A1C, 3rd CRS, Oct 1981 - Oct 1983
jrf61163@yahoo.com

Looking to find Staci Miller, 17 year old dependent daughter of SMSGT Miller 3rd CES. I met you coming back to the base after a night on the town. You were with another dependent female friend whose name I do not recall but she was blonde. I dated you for a little while and spent time with you and your family. You were from Arizona. We would go down town on my red Honda XL 250 motorcycle, and i do recall one time we were supposed to go to the Bobbit theater and ended up down town... later your father came looking for us and found you with me at the flying machine. please contact me at jrf61163@yahoo.com

Posted 4-10-05
Phil E Baker, Civilian Assignment, 1967 - 1971
kathibarrett@hotmail.com

My father was assigned to Clark for a four year period. I have many fond memories and loved the Philippines. I am trying to locate two A/F men that were regular visitors to our home. If you have contact with Dale Mickelson or Bill Kontz, or know of their last where abouts . . please contact me or pass along my email address. I would like to contact them for my family. Kathi Baker (age 4 - 9 at time of PI life)

Posted 9-18-05
Carlito Cartago, 1984 - 1991
babiesdaddy@sbcglobal.net

I attended Lily Middle School from 1984 to 1988 and went to Wagner High School from 1988 to 1991. I would have graduated in 1992 at Wagner. The evacuation of Clark AB, then from the Philippines was an entirely exhausting and emotional experience. I left everything behind, from family to lots of friends. Over the years, I have been fortunate in meeting up with a lot of old friends, and I am still best friends with Leo Arsitio. I am looking for a hello from anyone who I am lucky to have befriended in the past, whether it was at Lily Hill, Wagner, or from anywhere else at Clark. God bless everyone and I hope to hear from some old friends!

Posted 9-18-05
Nikki "Webb" Johnson, 1982 - 1988
Wurthsmith/Grissom Elementary & Wagner Middle
nrjohnson76@hotmail.com

I just wanted to say how happy I was to see this site because I grew up on Clark. I've lost touch with everyone from Clark but I will always have my memories. If Rhoda, Tracy, Terrence, Debbie, etc... from Masbate Street ever see this, HELLO!!!! I'd also like to say HI to Ms. Ford from Wagner & Ms. Covas from Wurthsmith. :)

Posted 9-18-05
Jeffrey Moore 1980 - 1989
Jeffrey.Moore1@wpafb.af.mil

I attended McArthur Elementary School and can remember nothing but great memories in the PI. I am going back this March for 10 days and cannot wait though it will be a shock as to how different it will be. I can only remember one name and that was my best friend there: Steven Brunner.

Posted 9-18-05
Medora J. Anderson (Widow)
manderson@ccis.com

I’m a Dependent (Widower now) of former Clark AB – TSgt Roy D Anderson, Sr. I have a copy of AF Form 626 and Block 12: Purpose of TDY COMMANDO DOMINO FIRST SGT DUTIES - OPLAN C107B N1A 016A. FROM: CLARK AB PHIL TO: 6217 CSGP, CCK AB TAIWAN. Roy (called Andy) was in Hanoi and later was in Taiwan with Gen Ying. I would receive letters from him but unfortunately they were lost in so many moves. I am having problems proving that my husband was in Vietnam. We were told several years ago that his records have been released. I have sent via efile for his records. Do you know any place else I could go to acquire this information? My husband recently passed away suddenly do to heart failure (V-Fib). This year would have been our 27^th Anniversary.

Posted 9-18-05
Julian McFadden, '66 - '69
julian_mcfadden@hotmail.com

I don't remember what school I attended, but I do remember Mrs. Marks as a teacher that really had an impact on me. I was there from the last part of my kindergarten year through 3rd grade, and somewhere along the line I was in Mrs. Marks class. I recall how excited I got when I discovered reading through her. I come from a big family, that at the time of our stay at Clark, included my dad, Capt then Major Julian McFadden (Ret. as a Col.), mom, Rebecca (she was Hawaiian), sisters Ku'uipo, Mary, Kaleo, Nahaku, and Keahi (she was born there), and brothers Arthur and John. Don't remember the road, but we lived on the ring of houses that bordered the huge parade ground that led up to the 13th Air Force HQ, on the same side as the Officers Club. I guess my dad had a difficult time putting them up, but the first christmas we spent at Clark he hung lights around the eaves of the house and they never came down till we left. Me and most of my siblings were on the base swim team, and my brothers and I all played baseball. It was convenient that many of our baseball practices were held on the parade ground right outside our front door. I also remember my mom, along with other transplant Hawaiians, putting on luau's and Hawaiian shows that us kids all had to dress up to dance and sing in. Just thought I'd share some of my fond memories of Clark.

Posted 9-18-05
Jim Currier, 1964 - 1967
jtijc@mounet.com

Lived at Clark 1964-1967, first off base and then in the Officer's North area about the first circle from FM hill... used to play down behind the housing area behind fence... which was a no-no... Remember one HS student used to hang with... David Rescuarl {sp?} we snuck off base over the fence a time or two, and some APs jumped us one night... that was scarry... saw all those .45's drawn... in the days of the Huks. I think his dad was an air force sergeant, also a boy - last name Diehl(sp?) who had a Honda 50 he was awful proud of... I Attended Wagner Middle and High Member of the Wagner HS Aux. Band went to Manilla for a concert... went to Baquio and the beach up at San Fernando (?)... My dad was a private pilot and he and I flew to Corregidor and the Concrete Battleship in Manilla Bay and around Mt Arayat a couple of times. Dad was a civilian attached to the Air Force at RRF down in the antenna field ... looking for anyone who attended Wagner during those years... email me at the address above. Thanks for some of those awsome pictures on your web site. Believe it or not, I am now an elementary school teacher getting ready for retirement. Dad is gone, but Mom is a snowbird living in Idaho and Arizona, sister in California. I have one son living and one son died after Christmas of this year. My wife is a teacher/librarian. We live in Southwestern Virginia. You sure drug up some memories. Thanks. I'll see if i can dig up some Clark pictures and email them to you.

Posted 9-18-05
Susan Gunderson, Lilly Hill, 1972 - 1976
jlduff@surewest.net

Hi. My family and I were stationed at Clark from 1972 - 1976. Our last name is Gunderson (Debra, Carl, Susan, and Tracy) Our age range now is 38 - 44. If any of you remember any of us, we'd love to hear from you. I have so many wonderful memories from the Philippines (don't miss the cock roaches). We lived off base for three years, in Paridel II, on Quirino Street, but my brother and I, along with about 70 other kids had to get rabies shots, so my parents moved us on base. But we made it to the Stars and Stripes for that one! When we moved on base we lived on Whitman, right down the street from Lilly Hill. Between the four of us, we attended every school. I attended Wurtsmith, Grissom, and Lilly Hill. Debra and Carl spent the majority of the time at Wagner Jr. and Sr. High Schools. They were in a band that sang at Wagner High School dances. I still remember them singing "We're an American Band". Yep, I just dated myself. Getting old... Tracy went to Grissom and Lilly Hill. I still remember a lot of the names; the Bedsole family, Bradley and Randy Heath, Mari Davis, Sue Brock, Blase Gaude (I just spoke with him over the phone yesterday), Jacqui Clarke (she and I have kept in very close contact and visit with one another yearly; she's in SC and I'm in CA), Harvey Wilber (I used to protect him from bullies), Tim Dillon, Bill DeCaugh (I know that I'm not spelling his last name correctly), John Walker (my fourth grade heart throb), and many more. I often wonder where everyone is now. My brother and I used to sneak up on Lilly Hill to try to explore the caves. I remember feeding stray dogs who made a home on the hill. I remember the bomb scares at school. My family and I loved going to the Happening on the Green. My mother was always involved with the planning and operation. And I remember the air shows and the very poignant moments when we got our POWs back. I wrote to one of them for a while before I lost track of him. I could go on and on...If any of you remember any of us, we'd love you to drop a line. We're all in Northern California now. I'm in Elk Grove. Maybe some of you are right under our noses. I hope to hear from our old friends and I hope you are all doing well in life. Su Steurer-Duff

Posted 12-27-06
Thomas Utts, 13^th Air Force Public Affairs Office, 71 - 73
zcap@usa.net

Hope most of you will be interested to know that my new Clark Air Base history: GI JOE DOESN'T LIVE HERE ANYMORE is now available. The book covers the entire history of the base from the founding of Fort Stotsenberg to the act-of-God ending with the Pinatubo eruption with stories told by those who were there. For more information go to :http://zcap.freeyellow.com/clark.html Please tell your Clark friends.

Posted 12-27-06
Paul Bright, Wurtsmith Elementary, 81-84
pbrite@hotmail.com

I am Paul Bright. I attended Wurtsmith Elementary from 81-84, and then Wagner middle school in 85. 2nd through 5th grade for all of them. I was in the TAG classes with Mrs. Sherwood, and I had Mrs. Hinton for 2nd grade, Mrs. Parsley for 3rd, Ms. Espinosa for 4th, and a million others for 5th grade. I lived in Don Bonnifacio at first, but then we moved to Villa Gloria. I remember playing with a girl named Litty, and I was good friends with Ricky Uy. Other names I can recall: Pascal Felix, Randy Flores, 3 brothers named Eric, Jeremy and Allan, Mrs. Weir (she taught French), Mr. Parsley. Please contact me, especially if you have pictures from back in those days. Take care!

Posted 12-27-06
Neal Capuchino, Grissom Elementary, 65 - 74
ncapuchino@tampabay.rr.com

We lived on Ernest street and I had two other brothers (Sean and Tim) and two sisters (Carrie and Debbie). I remember my brothers and I would go up into those hills and search around, I also remember thtat big fire. My sisters had horses at the stables. I do remember the good times as a kid. Anyway if anyone remembers us it would be great to hear from you. Take care.

Posted 12-27-06
Ray Stump, Grissom Elementary, 1968-1970
rrraymundo@verizon.net

Ray Stump, son of MSgt Ray Stump, attended Virgil I. Grissom Elementary, 1968-1970. I remember Ms Mallory there. My first crush was Janet St. Claire. This site brings so many fond memories. Diamond Subdivision: trekking over the cinder block walls separating the houses; climbing over the wall surrounding Mt Arayat; finding scattered WWII spent shells, tank treads; buying colorful slingshots from filipino boys who canvassed the neighborhood; visiting the flight line with my dad; Baguio, Subic Bay Naval Station; the "Stolen from Clark AB NCO Club" ashtrays; our maid, Nelly; learning to dance between long bamboo poles; learning to golf from Rudy.... I'd love to share memories with you. Please contact me.

Posted 12-27-06
Laurie Cook, McArthur and Grissom Elementary, Lilly Hill Middle School, 1984-1988
holmes19@sigecom.net

I was extremely excited to find this website. I called my dad immediately. He was in the 3rd Transportation Squadron. It is nice to know my brother and I were not the only ones that have great memories of the growing up in the PI. I would love to hear from anyone that knows me or my brother, Johnny Cook.

Posted 12-27-06
Jan Heidbrink, 1972 - 1975
janheidbrink@yahoo.com

Hi! Just found your site...wow. My dad was stationed at Clark 1972-1975. Great time to be a dependent...age 13-15. Movies at the Bamboo Bowl...the bowling alley...horse stables. Worked the "Baby Lift". Good luck to all!

Posted 12-27-06
Debbie Gonzales, Wagner High School, '68-'69
dgirard@nyc.rr.com

I spent my junior and part of my senior year at Wagner High School. I am trying to locate a couple of people who went to school with me--Joyce Powell (who married Skip Coppola) and Jeff Chambers. I vaguely remember that Jeff's dad was a civilian working for the Air Force? Actually, so was Joyce's dad. Help! I have tried in vain to locate either one of them. I am to reconnect with them soooo bad! If anyone has any information about either Joyce or Jeff, please let me know. I regret not keeping in touch with them after I left Wagner - what can I say? I was a flighty 17-year old! But I have come to realize over the years that friends are everything and especially these two. So if anyone can help me locate either of these people, I would really appreciate it.

Posted 12-27-06
Sharon Jackson, 1968-1970
tsasial@yahoo.com

My name is Sharon Jackson and my family was stationed at Clark from 1968-1970. My father was Staff Sargent George Jackson (aka "Jack") and was a prop mechanic, my mother was Bettye. I don't remember the Hanger he was assigned to but I do remember the he did have a part time job working at the Officer's Club as well as the NCO Club as a bartender. My mother was a regular at the Hobby Shop. We also took Judo classes and swim lessons. I also remember going to the dances on Saturday mornings at the NCO Club with all of the kids ordering Shirley Temples at the bar. My older sister Joyce and brother, George Jr. (aka "Junie") attended Wagner. I as well as my two younger brother's, Ronald and Scotty attended V.I. Grissom. The only teacher that I can really remember is my 4th grade teacher Ms. Zimmerman. One of the most exciting things that happened while in school was when we experienced earth quakes and had to run outside. We lived off base in Don Bonnafacio Sub Division on Don Pedro St. and on base too, I don't remember the street name but we lived right by the Officer's Club by the golf course. The kids in the neighborhood use to take the golf balls off of the course, and we use to run through the fog of the fumigator truck that use to pass by every night. (Pretty stupid, huh!) I wonder what ever happened to Paul, -I don't remember his last name but we lived in the same sub-division off base and I think his dad was a Captain. We caught the school bus together and we were play-mates. He use to come to my window early Saturday mornings and wait outside of it until I was dressed and ready to come out to play.(Remember when you were escorted to my house by your Dad to apologize to me for being mean.) and also, a girl I use to play with while living off base, was is Asian girl I think either Japanese or Hawaiian who was fascinated with my African American dolls. My brother was on the Football team the "Brown's" and my sister and I were cheerleaders I don't remember what team my sister cheered for but I cheered for the "Packers". If anyone remembers me or my family please contact me at my email address or phone. 201-424-5826

Posted 1-10-11
Mouzetta Zumwalt
mzumwalt@celgene.com

I attended the 6th grade at Wagoner Middle School from 1969 to 1970. The DoD teacher I had by the name of Sandra Jackson was the most incredible teacher I ever had in my life. She was a life-saver for me in many ways. For many years now I have been trying to locate her so that I could thank her for making a difference in my life. I want her to know I have never forgotten her. I have no idea where to try to see if she can be reached. Do you have any advice for me on this?

Posted 10-03-12
David Clark 76-78, 82-86
Wurtsmith, Grissom, Lilly Hill, Wagner Middle
davtclark@yahoo.com

Posted 10-03-12
Matt Rose, 81-86
Grissom, Wurtsmith, Wagner Middle
Dependant of MSgt Wayne J. Rose Sr.
Mattrose702@hotmail.com

I happened upon the clarkab.com website and of course thanks to the hard work of James Holub the floodgates of fond memories opened. I look back now and realize that is was a great place to be, although I hated being away from the US at the time I was there as a young boy. I loved all the cool stuff that you could do from guitar lessons to pop-warner football. I remember the millions of toads and night-crawlers, insects the size of a fist, the foul smelling street steam as it began to rain, kids in every house to play with, constant flooding, and basically all the trouble a young boy could muster. I was looking to hear from anyone who remembers me… I lived on Samar Street right off of Anderson. Give me an email if you are reminiscent or want to chat.

Posted 10-03-12
Phil E Baker, civilian assignment 1967 - 1971
kathibarrett@hotmail.com

Posted 10-03-12
Carlito Cartago
Lily Hill Middle School from 1984 to 1988
Wagner High School from 1988 to 1991
(would have been class of 1992)
babiesdaddy@sbcglobal.net

I think you are doing a wonderful job with this site. i have to admit that it has brought tears to my eyes. Please, keep up the good work. I will see if I have anything to contribute to your site. take care! Message to post: I attended Lily Middle School from 1984 to 1988 and went to Wagner High School from 1988 to 1991. I would have graduated in 1992 at Wagner. The evacuation of Clark AB, then from the Philippines was an entirely exhausting and emotional experience. I left everything behind, from family to lots of friends. Over the years, I have been fortunate in meeting up with a lot of old friends, and I am still best friends with Leo Arsitio. I am looking for a hello from anyone who I am lucky to have befriended in the past, whether it was at Lily Hill, Wagner, or from anywhere else at Clark. God bless everyone and I hope to hear from some old friends!

Posted 10-03-12
Gail (Boe) King, USAF Dependent, (1970-1972)
Wurthsmith Elementary School (1st & 2nd grades)
GKing@Northbay.org or GKEMT@AOL.COM

Wow, the Philippine Islands -- I'll never forget! Still today, certain landscapes and wonderful smells take me back. Not many others living on the West Coast of the US can say they've experienced a Typhoon, eh? Most have never even heard of one:) I loved my experience living in the Philippines, and I have often longed to return. I was only six years old when my Father, Ronald Boe (Boe) received orders to the Philippines, and eight when we returned to the states (Travis AFB in Northern California). I remember and loved so much our house girl, Evie -- She was an awesome cook, for sure! We lived in Angeles City from 1970-1971. I don't recall the street address, but do recall living near a park with a swimming pool. I remember 'calling' the park Triangle Park, but am not sure if that was the official name. We did spend our last year in the PIs living on Clark, AB, and remember living in a culdesac in a two-story apartment building -- Lots of fun! I'm looking for any fellow students who may have attended 1st and 2nd grade during the years 70-72. If My memory serves me correctly, my 2nd grade teacher's name was Ms. Mulberry...I remember so vividly a coed companion, Floyd. He lived across the street from us in Angeles City -- If you're out there: Remember eating cereal with water instead of milk before school? :) P.S. Remember when Santa landed on the school playground in a helicopter? Best wishes and I so hope to hear from someone from the past. GK, EMT-Paramedic

Posted 10-03-12
Nikki "Webb" Johnson, 1982 - 1988
Wurthsmith/Grissom Elementary & Wagner Middle
nrjohnson76@hotmail.com

Posted 10-03-12
Jeffrey Moore 1980-1989
Jeffrey.Moore1@wpafb.af.mil

I attended McArthur elementary school and can remember nothing but great memories in the PI. I am going back this March for 10 days and cannot wait though it will be a shock as to how different it will be. I can only remember one name and that was my best friend there: Steven Brunner.

Posted 10-03-12
Julian McFadden, '66-'69
julian_mcfadden@hotmail.com

I don't remember what school I attended, but I do remember Mrs. Marks as a teacher that really had an impact on me. I was there from the last part of my kindergarten year through 3rd grade, and somewhere along the line I was in Mrs. Marks class. I recall how excited I got when I discovered reading through her. I come from a big family that at the time of our stay at Clark included my dad, Capt then Major Julian McFadden (Ret. as a Col.), mom, Rebecca (she was Hawaiian), sisters Ku'uipo, Mary, Kaleo, Nahaku, and Keahi (she was born there), and brothers Arthur and John. Don't remember the road, but we lived on the ring of houses that bordered the huge parade ground that led up to the 13th Air Force HQ, on the same side as the Officers Club. I guess my dad had a difficult time putting them up, but the first christmas we spent at Clark he hung lights around the eaves of the house and they never came down till we left. Me and most of my siblings were on the base swim team, and my brothers and I all played baseball. It was convenient that many of our baseball practices were held on the parade ground right outside our front door. I also remember my mom, along with other transplant Hawaiians, putting on luau's and Hawaiian shows that us kids all had to dress up to dance and sing in. Just thought I'd share some of my fond memories of Clark.

Posted 10-03-12
Jim Currier, 1964 - 1967
jtijc@mounet.com

Clark AB Dependent Message Lived at Clark 1964-1967 first off base and then in the Officer's North area about the first circle from FM hill... used to play down behind the housing area behind fence... which was a no-no... Remember one HS student used to hang with... David Rescuarl {sp?} we snuck off base over the fence a time or two, and some APs jumped us one night... that was scarry... saw all those .45's drawn... in the days of the Huks. i think his dad was an air force sergeant, also a boy - last name Diehl(sp?) who had a Honda 50 he was awful proud of... I Attended Wagner Middle and High Member of the Wagner HS Aux. Band went to Manilla for a concert... went to Baquio and the beach up at San Fernando (?)... My dad was a private pilot and he and I flew to Corregidor and the Concrete Battleship in Manilla Bay and around Mt Arayat a couple of times. Dad was a civilian attached to the Air Force at RRF down in the antenna field ... looking for anyone who attended Wagner during those years. Thanks for some of those awsome pictures on your web site. Believe it or not, I am now an elementary school teacher getting ready for retirement. Dad is gone, but Mom is a snowbird living in Idaho and Arizona, sister in California. I have one son living and one son died after Christmas of this year. My wife is a teacher/librarian. We live in Southwestern Virginia. You sure drug up some memories. Thanks. I'll see if i can dig up some Clark pictures and email them to you.

Posted 10-03-12
Sharon Jackson, 1968-1970
tsasial@yahoo.com

My name is Sharon Jackson my family was stationed at Clark from 1968-1970. My father was Staff Sargent George Jackson (aka "Jack") and was a prop mechanic, my mother was Bettye. I don't remember the Hanger he was assigned to but I do remember the he did have a part time job working at the Officer's Club as well as the NCO Club as a bartender. My mother was a regular at the Hobby Shop. We also took Judo classes and swim lessons. I also remember going to the dances on Saturday mornings at the NCO Club with all of the kids ordering Shirley Temples at the bar. My older sister Joyce and brother, George Jr. (aka "Junie") attended Wagner. I as well as my two younger brother's, Ronald and Scotty attended V.I. Grissom. The only teacher that I can really remember is my 4th grade teacher Ms. Zimmerman. One of the most exciting things that happened while in school was when we experienced earth quakes and had to run outside. We lived off base in Don Bonnafacio Sub Division on Don Pedro St. and on base too, I don't remember the street name but we lived right by the Officer's Club by the golf course. The kids in the neighborhood use to take the golf balls off of the course, and we use to run through the fog of the fumigator truck that use to pass by every night. (Pretty stupid, huh!) I wonder what ever happened to Paul, -I don't remember his last name but we lived in the same sub-division off base and I think his dad was a Captain. We caught the school bus together and we were play-mates. He use to come to my window early Saturday mornings and wait outside of it until I was dressed and ready to come out to play.(Remember when you were escorted to my house by your Dad to apologize to me for being mean.) and also, a girl I use to play with while living off base, was is Asian girl I think either Japanese or Hawaiian who was fascinated with my African American dolls. My brother was on the Football team the "Brown's" and my sister and I were cheerleaders I don't remember what team my sister cheered for but I cheered for the "Packers". If anyone remembers me or my family please contact me.

Posted 10-03-12
Neal Capuchino, Grissom Elementary, 65 - 74
ncapuchino@tampabay.rr.com

Posted 10-03-12
Paul Bright
Wurtsmith Elementary, 81 - 84
Wagner middle school in 85
pbrite@hotmail.com

Posted 10-03-12
Debbie Gonzales
Wagner High School, '68-'69
dgirard@nyc.rr.com

I spent my junior and part of my senior year at Wagner High School. I am trying to locate a couple of people who went to school with me--Joyce Powell (who married Skip Coppola) and Jeff Chambers. I vaguely remember that Jeff's dad was a civilian working for the Air Force? Actually, so was Joyce's dad. Help! I have tried in vain to locate either one of them. I am to reconnect with them soooo bad! If anyone has any information about either Joyce or Jeff, please let me know. I regret not keeping in touch with them after I left Wagner--what can I say? I was a flighty 17-year old! But I have come to realize over the years that friends are everything and especially these two. So if anyone can help me locate either of these people, I would really appreciate it.

Posted 10-03-12
Ray Stump, 1968 - 1970
rrraymundo@verizon.net

Posted 10-03-12
Laurie Cook, 1984 - 1988
McArthur and Grissom Elementary, Lilly Hill Middle School
holmes19@sigecom.net

Posted 10-03-12
Jan Heidbrink, 1972 - 1975
janheidbrink@yahoo.com

Posted 10-03-12
Arsen Nabas, 1985 - 2000
arsen_nabas@hotmail.com

Just looking for old friends and classmates from Virgil Grissom Elementary – First grade class 1985-1989 and Lily Hill Middle School – Fifth grade class 1989-1990. My father retired (CEC – navy) Arsenio Nabas and my mom (housewife) Divina: In the year 1990-1991 (around the Pinatubo eruption) my family and I stayed in Angeles City to finish our education locally (pod-school) I continued Grade 6 at Angeles Chinese Lip Lin School, the only school that would accept me as an English-speaking student at the time. In the Philippines elementary stops at the 6^th Grade, then I went to High School at Jocson Junior College (1991-1995) just located outside main gate of Clark. I then went on to Systems Plus Computer College for 5-years and graduated B.S. in Computer Engineering in the year 2000. And shortly after, went to Guam to enlist in the Navy. My brothers did the same thing before me, you might know them: Ariel Nabas (now AEC – navy), Allan Nabas (now SGT – Army), Myron Nabas (now CTR1 – navy) Myself (now AE2 – navy) and my little sister Vinna Nabas (now Registered Nurse – Civilian) all of us are currently scattered throughout different countries. Back then being a military brat and now actually being in the military is nothing how I expected it to be. My parents made it look so easy, even now I am still single at 27 years old, I can’t imagine how I would be dragging my dependants (if I had any) around 7-years in the navy being stationed a few months or years at a time at locations like: Great Lakes IL, Pensacola FL, Point Mugu CA, Cherry Point NC, Yokosuka Japan and soon to transfer to San Diego CA in June 2007 and stay there until June 2010. I would like to hear from anyone who knows me or my brothers or sister and know how you are doing. I would be comforting and to nice, to hear and share similar stories of how Clark Air Base was and how much it is missed. Thank you and God bless us all.

Posted 10-03-12
Adam Hockley, San Antonio, Texas
ahockley@thesagegroup.cc

I lived in the Philippines from late summer 1983 to early summer 1986. Wow, reading all these stories is bringing a surge of memories back for me. We were stationed on Andrews Air Force Base, Maryland from 1981 to 1983. It was a wonderful place. When we moved out of our house we moved in with my grandparents for a few weeks in Pennsylvania. As I left Pennsylvania in 1983, I was crying like a baby on the plane. I was 10 years old and I was scared to fly and I was afraid of where we were going. They gave me some apple pie and the world was good again. We flew from Baltimore, to St. Louis, to San Francisco, to Anchorage Alaska, Okinawa and then finally the PI. I will always remember walking off the Flying Tigers 747. I saw my dad waving at me, my mom and my 3 older brothers. I turned around on the tarmac and saw a volcano (Mt. Arayat) behind the plane! That was a shocker. My dad quickly relieved my worries....of course he told me nothing of Mt. Pinatubo...hah. The very next day I had my introduction to the Typhoon. We got hit the day after we landed. It was raining and windy. I had never seen weather like that. We lived off base in Carmenville. Our home was hot, humid and had no central AC. I'm half Filipino and soon enough the relatives started to come and visit their long lost cousins. My parents room did have a window unit so, we always slept in that room for the A/C. We used to ride our bikes around the neighborhood and talk with our Walkie Talkies. We found many new insects that you can't find in the U.S. We really loved the Preying Mantis's I could write forever on my memories, so I'll keep it short. We moved on base in April 1984. That was a huge difference. Everything was in walking distance or bike distance. I felt safe...er on the base. The walls with the chipped glass were somewhat comforting, but the maching gun fire late at night in the distance was unnerving. We lived on Tawi Tawi street and my list of friends grew as did my brothers. We were all in the Wagner High School Band. All four of us. I played trumpet, my brothers Ronnie and Andy played clarinet and my oldest brother Buddie player alto sax. Mr. Cabret really tried to get the best out of us and the band and I will always remember that he was tough, but he really loved music and he wanted perfection. So, I had 5th, 6th and 7th grades over there. From Lilly Hill to Wagner Middle School. I was in Varsity band in 7th grade. That was awesome. Hanging out with the big boys was a wonderful memory. Playing at basketball games and going to band trips were great. Right before we left in 1986, Typhoon Dot came through. I have video footage of that and it was amazing. The wind and rain just blew through knocking down everything... I left the Philippines with sadness. I was very young when I got there....and I grew up a lot over there. My perspective changed a lot about many things. I was very innocent and naive when I first got there. When I finally made it back to the US, we again moved in with my Grandma (my grandpa passed away in '85). We finally moved to Fort Sam Houston, Texas in August if 1986 and a whole new story and chapter of my life was about to begin. My closest friends were Nathan Marsh, Daniel Calderon, Keith and Kenneth Covington, Chris Rehrig, Jean Harmelink, Bernard Morillo....and others.

Posted 10-03-12
Kristal Golden, 86 - 90
sorbert21@yahoo.com

Hi my name is Kristal Golden, I went to VI Grissom from 86-90 (ages 5-9). I lived on Simon st. and am looking for anyone who lived near the BX, Simon St., or went to VI the same time as me. The 3 teachers names I had that I can recall are Mrs. Santos, Ms. Nicolé, and Mrs. Gay. I have great memories there of watching Reading Rainbow in the library, playing outside in the enormous school playground while eating 15 cent popsicles, the annual H.O.G.'s, the trips to Baggio for strawberries... ahhhh the good ol' days. Please contact me if you think we met or if you just wish to talk about Clark.

Posted 10-03-12
Harvey Heath -Aka- Trey
HHeath@flightoptions.com

lived on Clark AFB in 1976 through 1978. I attended McArthur Elementary School, however I do not hear or see that school mentioned in many blogs. It was a fairly new school at the time I believe that it may have opened in 1974. My teachers name was Mrs. Luther and I was in the fourth grade at the time. I had a few friends at the time but I can only remember first names ( Walter, Mary Ann Boyer) Mary Ann if your out there I do remember your mothers name was Johnny and you had an older sister and brother high school ages I guess. Anyway if your out there I would love to hear from you. I had a little sister and a brother named Tammy and Danny. Our last name is Heath I am Harvey aka Trey. We lived in the apartment complexes near Bunker Hill on one side and the old style barn houses on the other. Oh, I just remembered a little girl that lived in our court named Sherry Porter she must have been 5 or 6 at the time. We were there during Typhoon Kim….. does anyone remember that storm. I can remember the front yard flooding and the foil taped X”s on the windows. The far east network worked overtime that 3 days. I do remember all of the landmarks around the base such as Bicentennial Park, Kelly Theatre, Bobbit as well, Bunker Hill, The Top Hat Club ( NCO Club) golf course and pool who could forget that high diving board. I remember diving of that at 9 years old and I thought I really did something huh! Then there was the housekeeper her name was Auring and she was the greatest. I really miss it there and the life we lived. The weather was amazing and all of the beautiful memories I will always hold dear. Please help me refresh my memory! Thanks to all!

Posted 10-03-12
Scarlet A. Chatman
scarletchatman@comcast.net

I am trying to locate a great teacher to which I owe a lot. His name is Mr. Gero and he taught English in Wagner middle school. we lived at 892B Masbate, wow can't believe I still remember the address, and we also lived outside of friendship gate. We were stationed at Clark from 1980 – 1982. We left the Philippines in 1982 when my grandmother passed away. My father was SMSgt Henry “Jody” Chatman. I know that it is doubtful he may still be alive, but if anyone has any info on his family. It would be appreciated.

Posted 10-03-12
Sean Watkins, 1985-1988
MacArthur Elem.
Swatkins2@elon.edu

My father was stationed at Clark AFB with his Naval Unit, NSGA. He left Clark as CPO Philip M. Watkins. The first thing I remember about the P.I. was getting pink eye shortly after arriving. Fun!! LOL When we arrived we lived off base at Timog park. Remember the strikes!? Couldn’t get on base because the gates were blocked. Having food helo’d in for us. About a year later we moved off of Westinghouse Drive. I honestly had a great time though. I did play midget league football. We were the Raiders and we won our championship. I had two friends that I hung out with a lot, they were Danny and Nick…think last name was Evans. They both were twins. I do remember the HOG very well, since my parents were in charge of a booth for NSGA. I can’t remember the game, I just remember that the prizes were made of brass. I could probably go on and on about everything that I remember from the P.I. I’m glad that I can read stories from other people that shared my experiences.

Posted 10-03-12
Luanne Alomair
chowlover@me.com

Hello~ I was just wondering if anyone knows what happened to a teacher that taught first grade at Wurtsmith in 1972-1973??? Her name was Mrs. or Ms. Edgerley.....(edge-ger-lee) I attended there that year for first grade, and she was one of my teachers. Mrs.Veerey (a German woman I believe) was my home room teacher. Many thanks.

Posted 10-03-12
Raeleen Barnes Matlock, 1969 - 1972
V.I. Grissom
raeleen.matlock@gmail.com

I have fond memories of living in PI. We got there when I was 9 and returned to the 'States' when I was 12. We lived off base for a few months and then moved on base. Dad, Jimmy R Barnes, was a TSGT at the time. My Mom's name is Pat, my sisters are Kathleen and Aileen. My favorite spot was the Horse stables. I was in the Quirt and Crop Riding club. I remember spending a lot of time at the Hobby Shop and at the swimming pool. Took all the swimming classes. We had a maid that we called 'Bracie', but I think her name was really 'Precy' for Prescilla. My Mom really loved the Philippines. She loved having a maid, a yard-boy, a sew-girl...I vaguely remember a shoe-boy that shined shoes. Mom really loved shopping...Especially at Christmas. We had huge Christmases. Friends that I remember were Adrian Morgan and Kay Keever. We also lived in North Highlands, California and went to Junior High School together. I would love hearing from anyone that was there.

Posted 10-03-12
Larry Jordan
lgandmms@att.net

I was in the 3rd grade in 1968 and the 4th grade in 1969 at Wurtsmith Elementary. Does anyone know if the school issued year books? If so, I'd love to get copies. Any help will be greatly appreciated. Thanks

Posted 10-03-12
Corey McPartlin, 1985 - 1988
coreymick123@gmail.com

My name is Corey McPartlin and my parents were stationed at Clark AB from 1985-1988. I attened Kindergarten and first grade at Wurtsmith Elementary with Mrs. Flippo as my First Grade teacher. I attended Macarthur Elementary in the second grade. Though young, I had some amazing adventures at Clark. Just trying to find more pictures from those years and maybe get in touch with friends that we saw leave for "The States".

Posted 10-03-12
Karene Owens Butler
keeniebutler@yahoo.com

My name is Karene (Owens) Butler. My family was stationed at Clark between 69 - 74. I attended 2nd - 6th grades there. My father's name was TSgt. Johnny Owens and my mothers name was Phyllis. I have 3 brothers, Johnnie (now 49), Jerry (now 46), Jimmy (now 42) and 2 sisters, Johnna (now 44) and Jaline (now 37). Jaline was adopted as a baby while we were stationed in the Philippines. We had a maid named Cora when we lived off base, She married a guy named Dick while we were there. I was the flower girl in their wedding. Then on base after Cora got married, we had a maid named Lena who was with us until we left. My mom stayed in contact with her for a few years but then lost touch. I believe she also got married and moved to Hong Kong. The two teachers I remember most were, Mrs.. Barger and Mrs.. Babcock. The friends I had over there were, Sandy Hudson (we are still in touch with each other), Lisa, Randy & Bradley Heath, Kevin & Keith Bonner (lived in the duplex next door to ours on base), Scott Davis, Janet & Martha Ayers, Paul Baker, Richard Guest (was in Colorado last time I seen him, many years ago), & Carmen Richardson. If any of you read this or anyone who knows any of these people, please contact me. Thank you.

Posted 10-03-12
Tina Davis, 1972 - 1974
tinalou1124@yahoo.com

Hi there! My name is Tina Davis and my father was stationed at Clark AFB 1972-1974. We initially lived on California St and then on base (forgot the street). My friends were Philip, David, Richard, Raymond, Sandra Gay, Mark, to name a few. I was 12-14 yrs old and attended Wagner Middle School. Would love to hear from anyone that was there during that time. I live in NC.

Posted 10-03-12
Sue Duff
suzzanneduff@att.net

My father was a fighter pilot stationed at Clark Air Base from 1962 to 1964. I attended jr. high there at Wagner High School. My name is Suzzanne Duff, though I was called Sue or Suzy. I would love to hear from anyone who remembers me from Clark. Thank you for your help.

Posted 10-03-12
Glen Hees
glen.r.hees@us.army.mil or heesgr@gmail.com

Dependent of CMsg Karl D. Hees, who worked at 3d CES (Prime Beef). My sister Heidi Hees and I lived on Postal Street from 84-86 and I attended Wagner Middle and then started Wagner High for about 4 weeks before we moved to Patrick AFB, FL. My sister, Heidi graduated from Wagner High in 1985 or 86 and was a cheerleader. I had some great friends like Misty Lee, Regina Baker, Chavis (sp?), Frankie Butler, Jenny Desch and others. If you remember me at all please shoot me a message and lets catch up!

Posted 10-03-12
Michael Keenan, 1982 - 1986
Grissom Elementary School and McArthur Elementary School class of 1994
mikeiam@hotmail.com

I would be interested to hear from anyone that may have remembered me. My time in the Philippines was great, but there are many gaps in my memory that I would like filled. The only names I can remember are Shawna Hensley (I helped teach her how to ride a bike) and Jon and JP Savage. I remember many more people but names are a blank. Any help would be appreciated, including info on the listed people. I lived off base the first two years and then by McArthur the last two (the street was a circle). I played T-ball or baseball every year (there was a Michelle on my team) and I even named our team one year as the T-birds. Mike - Houston, TX

Posted 10-03-12
Pamela Shelley, 1973 - 1975
pam@pikcard.com

Attended Grissom Elementary (4th Grade) and Lily Hill Middle School (5th and 6th Grades). My older brother Greg attended Lily Hill Middle (6th Grade) and Wagner Junior High (7th and 8th). We lived on base (Postal Street). Would love to hear from other Brats who attended those schools and were in the same grades as us during the mid-1970's.

Posted 10-03-12
Robert Rummel, '60 - '63
Bobrummel12@comcast.net

Hello, My name is Bob Rummel and I was a dependant on Clark in '60-'63. Through a series of small things, I found myself looking back at my time in the P I. I was there during my Jr High years and I loved living at Clark. I remember the story of the evacuation before the volcano hit, and the overall sadness that day. I think I also some of it on TV. I did find the old yearbooks on line, Thanks to all that put up the site and Terry Ballard who I just exchanged emails with. He has an outstanding site and all my old memories came back. I know I was there fifty years ago, but If you go through the yearbooks and see my picture and remember me, please contact me. I live in Peabody, MA and my phone number is always listed. I would like to connect with any of the people that were kids in the PI during that time, it was great. My father was a Senior Master Sergeant and he and my mother are still well and snowbirds in Fl and MA. I have two brothers, David and Scott, so if you remember us. Give me a call or email. I miss all of you, Bob

Posted 10-04-12
Jack D. Scott, 1969 - 1970
JackDScott@yahoo.com

Attended 5th grade at Grissom Elementary and lived on the 1st circle directly behind Grissom. Arrived the day of the moon landing. Dad was Army officer stationed in Viet Nam. Best friends were Lynn Lee and Earnie Terrell. Had a great time there, CBL (blue,red and yellow lines), attending football games( Roadrunners) and movies at bambo bowl, going to Kelly Theater(10th birthday was the Valley of Gwangi), soft ice cream at Kelly cafeteria, racing cars at hobby shop, minature golf, bowling, trading stuff with the locals for WWII mementos. Outdoor free movies at Officers club, sneeking spins on slot machines....Music of the day were, Zaggar and Evans In the year 2525, Beatles-Let It Be, Beach Boys Pet Sounds, ... I have three older sisters (Cathy, Sherry and Betty) who went to other schools, I know Cathy attended Wagner and dated a guy named John Freese. She also got stung by a man o war jelly fish and almost died.

Posted 10-04-12
Susan Gunderson, 1972 - 1976 - Lilly Hill
jlduff@surewest.net

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