Jerry W. Holloway is a proud American veteran. He served his country with distinction from June 27, 1955 to January 27, 1959 in the United States Air Force. Growing up in western Ohio Jerry felt college was not an option, so after graduating high school he left two weeks later for boot camp at Samson AFB in Geneva, NY. He would go on to jet engine technical school at Shepard AFB, in Wichita Falls, Texas for three months of intensive training. Finally trained and ready, Jerry was assigned to the 61st Fighter Interceptor Squadron at Earnest Harmon AFB in Stephenville, Newfoundland. Constituted as the 61st Pursuit Squadron (Interceptor) on November 20, 1940, the unit remains an active today.
While serving in the 61st Pursuit Squadron, Jerry took over as NCOIC of the engine shop and made Airman 1st class. He aided in the cold war mission of defending North America from the USSR, as part of the DEW (Distant Early Warning System) Line. The guys in his unit listened to "Moscow Molly" every night trying to persuade them to give up. But this only steeled their resolve to perform all duties with precision. Jerry worked on aircraft like the F-89D's, a heavy twin engine bird with afterburners that carried 102 Sidewinder rockets which were new at the time. Before leaving Newfoundland the unit received 25 F-102's; a sleek, fast and state-of-the art fighter which was a huge improvement over the F-89D. His squadron was eventually transferred to Truax Field in Madison, Wisconsin where he concluded his enlistment.

His sense of duty and loyalty to his country, squadron and his pilots makes Jerry W. Holloway a shining example of the highest standards of military service. He continues to teach his children and grandchildren the importance of supporting military personnel and veterans alike. Jerry's service through the years with the USO, his outward and open display of patriotism, and love of military veterans reflects the ideals instilled in him by his service in the United States Air Force. His family would like to thank him for his service and dedication to this country.