Basic Details Surname Jones Forenames J W Gender Male Information stated on memorial Alternative forename John William War Second World War (1939-1945) Served or died Died Notes He died when his ship, HMS Samphire, was torpedoed. Primary Service Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) Royal Navy Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Able Seaman Death and Burial details Year of death 1943 Month of death January Day of death 30 Age at death 32 Manner of death reference Killed in Action