Basic Details Surname Howe Forenames Ernest James Gender Male Information stated on memorial Alternative forename Ernie War Second World War - civilians Served or died Died Primary Service As stated on memorial Unit (Primary - Stated) Merchant Navy Rank / Title (Primary - Stated) Fireman Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) Merchant Navy Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Fireman Death and Burial details Year of death 1940 Month of death October Day of death 3 Age at death 34 Manner of death as stated Lost life at sea