Raymond Thomas Allen

Canadian Volunteer Service Medal (CVSM) and Clasp

Royal Canadian Air Force

WW II

Raymond Thomas Allen was born 20 March 1920 in Killarney, Manitoba to William and Constance Allen, William had immigrated to Canada from London England. Raymond had three siblings, all sisters, Beatrice, Marjorie (Samson) and Helen. They grew up in Crystal City, Manitoba and lived there until the family relocated to Winnipeg.

Raymond enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) 30 October 1941 and served until he was demobilized and transferred to the Class “E” General Reserve list, 21 January 1946. Raymond’s demobilization certificate indicates that he did serve in a theatre of war and only the CVSM is listed. This is not unusual as many medals were issued long after the members had been demobilized. In this case entitlement would probably be 1939-1945 Star, France and Germany Star, Defence Medal, CVSM (as above) and 1939-45 War Medal. This will be updated when more information becomes available.

Raymond married Lorraine Morden 27 December 1941, shortly after his enlistment. After his release from the RCAF they settled in Morden, Manitoba. Raymond and Lorraine had four children, William (Bill), Barry, Robert (Bob) and Barbara (Barb). He was employed with the Provincial Government as a Sheriff and Clerk for the Southern Manitoba Judicial District. Raymond was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Morden Branch 11 and served on the executive as President in 1966.

Raymond Thomas Allen passed away 14 September 1978 and is buried at the Hillside Cemetery in Morden.

Information supplied by the family.