Basic Details Surname McOwan Forenames B Gender Male Information stated on memorial Alternative forename Bruce John War Second World War (1939-1945) Served or died Died Service number 161717 Honours Distinguished Flying Medal Primary Service Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) Royal Air Force/ Royal Flying Corps Unit (Primary - Our reference) Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Flying Officer Death and Burial details Country of death United Kingdom Country of burial United Kingdom Town of burial Cottesmore Cemetery St Nicholas Churchyard Extension Year of death 1945 Month of death October Day of death 3 Age at death 23