Basic Details Surname Falconer Forenames William D Gender Male Information stated on memorial War Second World War (1939-1945) Served or died Died Primary Service As stated on memorial Rank / Title (Primary - Stated) Master Mariner Our References Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Master Mariner Death and Burial details Year of death 1940 Month of death January Day of death 9 Age at death 63 Manner of death as stated Killed by enemy action at sea Manner of death reference Killed in Action