Basic Details Surname Sykes Forenames John 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) Royal Air Force Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) Royal Air Force/ Royal Flying Corps Death and Burial details Year of death 1942 Month of death July Day of death 14 Manner of death as stated KIA Manner of death reference Killed in Action