Basic Details Surname Courtney Forenames George Chesney Gender Male Information stated on memorial Alternative forename Willie War Second World War (1939-1945) Served or died Died Primary Service As stated on memorial Service (Primary - Stated) Navy Unit (Primary - Stated) Royal Naval Reserve Rank / Title (Primary - Stated) Lieutenant Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) Royal Navy Unit (Primary - Our reference) Royal Naval Reserve Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Lieutenant Death and Burial details Year of death 1940 Month of death August Day of death 24 Age at death 35 Manner of death as stated Lost at sea through enemy action