The Association was greatly saddened to learn of the death, in early January, of W/Cmd (retr.) Jack Harris OBE DFC President of the 550 Squadron and RAF North Killingholme Association.

W/Cmdr (retd.) Jack Harris OBE DFC was a veteran pilot of 37 operations with 550 Squadron and founder member of the 550 Squadron and RAF North Killingholme Association.

Jack was instrumental in the formation of the 550 Squadron and RAF North Killingholme Association which had it's first Reunion on 6th June 1992 at the RAF Museum, Hendon, North London.

Jack was 104 and celebrated that birthday in September last. Jack had a long innings of great service to his country and the squadron in war and in peace.

The following lovely obituary appeared in the local press:

Jack's funeral will take place on Tuesday 4th February 2025 at 14:30 at Kent and Sussex Crematorium, Benhall Mill Road, Tunbridge Wells. TN2 5JJ 

For more details see: Jack Harris Funeral Invitation (PDF format)

We think of Angela, Sue and Anne, and the whole family, and extend our deepest sympathies at this sad time. 

Jack will be remembered with great affection by all who had the honour and privilege of knowing him. God bless you Jack, may you Rest in Peace.