Basic Details Surname Weir Forenames William F R Gender Male Information stated on memorial War Second World War (1939-1945) Served or died Died Primary Service As stated on memorial Service (Primary - Stated) Merchant Navy Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) Merchant Navy Death and Burial details Year of death 1941 Month of death April Day of death 29 Age at death 26 Manner of death as stated Lost at sea while serving his country Manner of death reference Killed in Action