Erick E. Loos

United States navy 1943-1946

world war ii

Electrician’s Mate Third Class

wwii victory medal

asiatic-pacific campaign medal

Erick E. Loos Jr. enlisted in the United States Navy on November 15, 1943, at the age of 17. Because he was under 18, his mother signed the enlistment papers on his behalf. Although he left high school early to serve his country, he later returned to earn his GED.

He first reported for duty in New Haven, Connecticut, and was then sent to Sampson, New York, for boot camp and training as an Electrician’s Mate. Following his training, he was assigned to Norfolk, Virginia, and served aboard the USS EBERLE(DD-430) for the duration of his deployment.

During his service, Erick earned several commendations, including the Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal, the European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal with one star, the American Campaign Medal, and the World War II Victory Medal.

After returning home, Erick settled in Hazardville Connecticut, where he met and married his beloved wife of 63 years, Annette Landry , a native of Thompsonville. Together, they built a home in Hazardville and raised a family of four children—three daughters and one son.

Erick was deeply committed to his community. He joined the Hazardville Volunteer Fire Department, where he rose to the rank of Department Chief and later served as Commissioner. He also dedicated many years as the department’s historian.

A proud Navy veteran, Erick was especially passionate about his work with the Tin Can Sailors organization, helping to restore the USS Joseph P. Kennedy Jr., which is berthed at Battleship Cove in Massachusetts.

He also volunteered at the John Maciolek Post #154 and served honorably as a member of the Honor Guard.