Basic Details Surname McNair Forenames David J Gender Male Information stated on memorial War Second World War (1939-1945) Served or died Died Notes Grandson of Ernest and Barbara Ethel Kenyon Primary Service As stated on memorial Rank / Title (Primary - Stated) R/O Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) Merchant Navy Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Radio Officer Death and Burial details Year of death 1942 Month of death October Manner of death as stated Lost At Sea By Enemy Action Manner of death reference Killed in Action