Basic Details Surname Deane-Ransome Forenames John Sandeman Gender Male Information stated on memorial Alternative surname Ransome Alternative forename John Sandeman Deane War Second World War (1939-1945) Served or died Died Honours Distinguished Service Cross Notes CWGC lists him as Ransome with Deane as a second middle forename: it is the source of his death and service details. Primary Service 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 1942 Month of death May Day of death 6 Age at death 26