A Private with the 2nd Battalion, Ernest died on 16th of December 1914 at the age of 40. 

Ernest was born at Aldeby, Norfolk, in 1874, a son of George and Eliza Dann. In 1881 his family lived at Waterheath Cottage, Aldeby, near Loddon. By 1891 his mother had died, his father remarried, and the family had moved to Lowestoft, living at Stanley Cottages, 2 Carlton Road, and Ernest was a house painter.

A Deck Hand with Trawler Ivy (Lowestoft), Arthur died on 17th of December 1914 at the age of 30. 

Ernest was born at Aylsham, Norfolk, in 1884, a son of John William and Mary Ann Clarke. He was baptised at Aylsham on 1 January 1885. In 1891 his family lived at The Gas Works, Aylsham. By 1901 Ernest's mother had died and the family had moved to Lowestoft and lived at 4 laundry Lane. In 1911 they were living at 2 Eden Street, Lowestoft, and Ernest was a fisherman. 

Skipper of the Trawler Ivy (Lowestoft), William died on 17th of December 1914 at the age of 63. 

William was born at Saint Lawrence, Thanet, in 1851, a son of Daniel and Harriet Hills. In 1861 his family lived at 2 Holly Cottages, Deal Kent.  

A Second Hand with Trawler Ivy (Lowestoft), Arthur died on 17th of December 1914 at the age of 46. 

Arthur was born at Hastings in 1868, a son of Eli Henry and Emma Melhuish. In 1871 his family lived at 8 Irchester Street, Ramsgate. By 1881 they were living at 72 Milton Road, Margate.

On 17 October 1881 Arthur began a seven year merchant navy apprenticeship with G. L. Cladingbowl of Ramsgate.

A Fisherman with Trawler Ivy (Lowestoft), Edward died on 17th of December 1914 at the age of 23. 

Edward was born at Lowestoft on 15 June 1891, a son of Francis (Frank) Robert and Clara Elizabeth Gamble. He was baptised at Saint Margaret's Church on 10 July 1891 and his family lived at 19 Stanford Street, Lowestoft.

Edward attended Saint Andrews School and, from 14 February 1899 he was a pupil at Saint John's School, before, on 25 February 1901, becoming a pupil at Saint Margaret's School. 

A Third Hand with Trawler Queen of Devon (Lowestoft), George died on 20th of December 1914 at the age of 40. 

George was born at Carlton Colville in 1874, a son of George and Harriet Church. In 1881 his family lived at Cambridge Road, Lowestoft. 

A Skipper with Trawler Queen of Devon (Lowestoft), Arthur died on 20th of December 1914 at the age of 38.

Arthur was born at Lowestoft in 1876, a son of William and Hannah Elizabeth Collins. In 1881 his family lived at 38 Stevens Street. They were still living at 38 Stevens Street in 1891 and Arthur worked as a general labourer. 

A Fourth Hand with Trawler Queen of Devon (Lowestoft), Arthur died on 20th of December 1914 at the age of 16.

A Second Hand with Trawler Queen of Devon (Lowestoft), George died on 20th of December 1914 at the age of 44. 

George was born at Lowestoft in 1869, a son of William and Ellen Critten. In 1871 his family lived at 25 Selby Street, Lowestoft, and this was still their home in 1881. By 1914 George's widowed mother was living at 19 Beresford Road. 

A Lance Corporal with 6th Battalion, George died on 11th of December 1915 at the age of 27. 

George was born at Gorleston in 1888, a son of George and Harriet Sutton. In 1891 his family lived at 143 South Quay, Great Yarmouth, and by 1901 at 104 Trafalgar Road West, Great Yarmouth. By 1906 they were living at 9 Church Lane, Gorleston. In 1911 his parents lived at 3 Seamen’s Cottages, Oulton Broad. Later his father lived at 2 Infirmary Court, Saint Margaret’s Plain, Lowestoft.  

A Private with 2nd Battalion, James died on 16th of December 1915 at the age of 33.

James was born at All Saints’, South Elmham, Suffolk, in late 1881, a son of William and Mary Ann Read. His birth was registered in the Wangford district of Suffolk.

Note that when James enlisted in the Militia he stated that he was born at Rumburgh, near Halesworth, and later, when he enlisted in the regular army, he stated that he was born at Lowestoft.  

James’ mother died in 1884 and, in 1886, his father married Mahala Potter, sister of George Potter. 

A Private with 9th Battalion, Frederick died on 19th of December 1915 at the age of 26. 

A Corporal with 9th Bn. Hubert died on 22nd of December 1915 at the age of 32. 

Hubert was born at Blundeston in 1883, a son of Thomas and Martha Anne Ward. He was baptised at Saint Mary's Church, Blundeston, on 1 April 1883. In 1891 his family lived at High Street, Blundeston and by 1901 his family were living at The Street, Blundeston, and Hubert worked as a bricklayer's labourer. In 1911 they still lived at The Street, Blundeston, and Hubert worked as a bricklayer. Later his parents lived at 17 Brickfields Cottages, Somerleyton.

A Lieutenant with the 7th Battalion, Roland died on 23 December 1915 at the age of 20. 

Roland was born at Saint John’s Wood, London, on 27 March 1895, a son of Robert and Marie Leighton. He was baptised at All saints’ Church, Saint John’s Wood, on 4 May 1895 and his family lived at 40 Abbey Road and this was still their home in 1911. By 1913 his parents were living at Heather Cliff, Lowestoft, and later lived at Chickeny Cottage, Warwick Road, Bishop’s Stortford. 

A Trimmer with H.M. Trawler Resono, Ernest died on 26th of December 1915 at the age of 33. 

Ernest was born at Kessingland on 9 July 1882, a son of Alfred and Mary Ann Beamish. In 1891 his family lived at Elms Cottages, London Road, Kessingland, and this was still their address in 1901. By 1896 Ernest was working as a ‘fisher lad’.   

A Private with 9th Battalion, Augustus died on 30th of December 1915 at the age of 33.

A Stoker 1st Class with H.M.S. Natal, Reginald died on 30th of December 1915 at the age of 28. 

Reginald was born at Horsford, Norfolk, on 15 April 1887, a son of John Cogman and Susannah Harvey. He was baptised at Horsford on 15 May 1887. In 1891 his family lived at 103 Norwich Road, Horsford. 

Reginald was working as a bricklayer’s labourer when he joined the Royal Navy on 15 November 1905 to serve as a Stoker for five years, with seven years in the Reserve. He joined the Royal Fleet Reserve on 18 November 1910, number RFR/CH/B/7043.

A Trimmer with H.M. Trawler Speeton., William died on 31st of December 1915 at the age of 49. 

William was born at Lowestoft on 9 April 1866, a son of (Samuel) Richard and Mary Ann Sabberton. In 1871 his family lived at 22 Clemence Street. By 1881 they were living at 34 Stevens Street and William worked as a mariner. He was a brother of Mrs. Mary Tarrell of 45 Stanley Street Lowestoft. 

An Engineman with H.M. Trawler Remarko, Arthur died on 3rd of December 1916 at the age of 29. 

Arthur was born at Lowestoft on 3 May 1886, a son of Samuel and Mary Ann Redgrave. He was baptised at Christchurch, Lowestoft, on 7 July 1886, and his family lived at Lighthouse Hill. In 1901 his family lived at 5 Factory Court, Factory Street. Later his family lived at 2 Factory Street. 

From around 1908 Arthur lived with Hilda Lawrence at 27 Mariners Street. In 1915 they lived at 27 Factory Street and, later, Hilda lived at 83 Seago Street. Hilda was Arthur’s ‘unmarried wife’.  

A Private with the Depot, Arthur died on 4th of December 1916 at the age of 40. 

Arthur was born at Heckingham, Norfolk, in 1876, a son of Rebecca Cable. In 1881 his family lived at Thurlton, Norfolk. For a time in 1886 Arthur and his mother were living at Heckingham Workhouse and Arthur was still there in 1891. By 1896 he had moved to Lowestoft and it seems that whenever he lived in Lowestoft he stayed with his sister Emma Swatman. By 1911 Emma was living at 131 Raglan Street. 

An Engineman with H.M. Trawler Tervani, Richard died on 5th of December 1916 at the age of 30. 

Richard was born at Lowestoft on 8 July 1885, a son of John and Anna Harvey. In 1891 his family lived at 4 Sayers Cottages, Carlton Road. By 1901 they were living at The Street, Oulton, and Richard was a brickyard labourer. Later his parents lived at Rose Cottage, Oulton. 

A Private with 12th Battalion. Francis died on 7th of December 1916 at the age of 34. 

Francis was born at Lowestoft on 16 December 1880, a son of William and Charlotte Balls. He was baptised at Saint John's Church, Lowestoft, on 4 February 1881, and his family lived at 3 Haward Street. Later they lived at 8 Haward Street and, in 1901, at 12 Haward Street. 

A Skipper with H.M. Drifter Kent County., Samuel died on 8th of December 1916 at the age of 39.

Samuel was born at Lowestoft on 31 August 1873, a son of William and Matilda Burwood. He was baptised at Christchurch, Lowestoft, on 7 October 1877. 

Samuel married Maria Garner at Saint Margaret's Church, Lowestoft, on 30 October 1895. At that time he was living at 25 Seago Street, and Maria at 57 Reeve Street, and Samuel was a trawlerman. By 1901 they were living at 281 Raglan Street, and later at 299 Raglan Street.

A Deck Hand with H.M. Drifter Kent County., Archibald died on 8th of December 1916 at the age of 24. 

Archibald was born at Broome, Norfolk, on 28 June 1892, a son of Henry and Henrietta Barker. He was baptised at Broome on 27 August 1892. In 1901 his family lived at 9 Risborough Road, Maidenhead, and by 1905 they were living at 108 Cordwallis Road, Maidenhead. Archibald’s father died in 1905 and the family moved back to Broome and his mother married Robert Hancy in 1907. 

A Trimmer with H.M. Drifter Kent County., Percival died on 8th of December 1916 at the age of 30. 

Percival was born at Lowestoft on 23 August 1886, a son of Peter and Elizabeth Young. In 1891 his family lived at 13 Selby Street, Lowestoft. This was still their address in 1901 when Percival worked as a telegraph messenger. 

Percival became a postman at Lowestoft in November 1906.  

A Deck Hand with H.M. Drifter Kent County. Bertie died on 8th of December 1916 at the age of 23. 

Bertie was born at Lowestoft on 28 October 1893, a son of William John and Margaret Allen. He was baptised at All Saint's Church, Pakefield, on 11 February 1894, and his family lived at Kirkley. In 1891 his family lived at 82 Pakefield Street. Later his family lived at 22 Pakefield Street.

A Second Hand with H.M. Drifter Kent County, John died on 8th of December 1916 at the age of 29. 

John was born at Lowestoft on 19 August 1887, a son of Harry and Alice Fletcher. He was baptised at Christchurch, Lowestoft, on 14 September 1887, and his family lived at 6 Strand Cottages, and this was still their home in 1901. Later his parents lived at East Street. 

A Deck Hand with H.M. Drifter Kent County, William died on 8th of December 1916 at the age of 47. 

William was born at Lowestoft on 10 October 1869, a son of James and Emma Gallant. He was baptised at Christchurch, Lowestoft, on 7 November 1869. In 1871 his family lived at Scarl’s Buildings. By 1881 they were living at 10 Burtons Place. In 1891 William was working as a general labourer and lodging at 2 Timpson Street, Liverpool. In 1901 he was working on the trawler Autumn at Penzance.  

A Deck Hand with H.M. Trawler Anworth, Samuel died on 10th of December 1916 at the age of 18. 

Samuel was born at Lowestoft on 9 January 1898, a son of Samuel Robert and Maria Burwood. He was baptised at Saint Margaret's Church, Lowestoft, on 6 February 1898 and his family lived at 281 Raglan Street. Later his family would live at 299 Raglan Street, Lowestoft. 

A Lance Corporal with 2nd Battalion, Thomas died on 10th of December 1916 at the age of 32. 

Thomas was born at Great Yarmouth in 1884, a son of William and Elizabeth Stolworthy. In 1891 his family lived at 10 Blinde Middle Street, Great Yarmouth. By 1901 his father had died, and his family lived 5 Trinity Passage, South Gates Road, Great Yarmouth, and Thomas was a tinman at a potted meat preserving factory. 

An Air Mechanic 2nd Class with No. 12 Reserve Squadron, Ernest died on 10th of December 1916 at the age of 23. 

A Guardsman with 1st Battalion, Arthur died on 19th of December 1916 at the age of 20. 

Arthur was born at Lowestoft in 1896, a son of Joseph and Sarah Eliza Harper. He was baptised at Saint Margaret’s Church on 8 May 1896 and his family lived at Carlton Road. In 1901 his family lived at 6 Victoria Road, Carlton Colville. By 1911 they were living at 1 School Road, and Arthur was assisting his father as a jobbing gardener. 

A Lance Corporal with the 2nd Battalion, Sidney died on 26th of December 1916 at the age of 25. 

Sidney was born at Lowestoft in 1891, a son of George and Annie Francis. In 1901 his family lived at 17 Edinburgh Road. In 1904 Sidney became a pupil at Lowestoft School of Science. By 1911 his family were living at 211 London Road South and Sidney was an elementary school teacher and worked at Roman Hill School. 

In 1915 Sidney married Edith Sarah May Newson at Lowestoft. In 1917 she lived at Saint Margarets Garden, Beccles Road. 

A Gunner with 208th Siege Battery, Albert died on 27th of December 1916 at the age of 38.

Albert was born at Honiley, Warwickshire, in 1878, a son of Thomas and Harriett Dixon. He was baptised at Honiley on 1 September 1878. In 1881 his family lived at Honiley. By 1891 they were living at Elves Green Farm, Knowle, Warwickshire. In 1901 they lived at 63 Larch Woods Cottages, Shingham, Swaffham, Norfolk, and Albert was a game-keeper.  

A Private with 9th Bn. Edward died on 28th of December 1916 at the age of 40. 

Edward was born at Lowestoft in 1876, a son of Simon and Mary Ann Smith. In 1881 his family lived at 4 Bircham Square, East Street. In 1891 they lived at 17 Anguish Street. By 1901 Edward's father had died and his mother had married James Moss and his family lived at 21 Anguish Street. In 1901 Edward was working as a general labourer. By 1911 his family were living at 12 Anguish Street and Edward worked as a fish hawker on his own account.

A Private with the 2nd Battalion, Harmon died on 31st of December 1916 at the age of 28. 

A Rifleman with the 1st Battalion, Clifford died on 1st of December 1917 at the age of 30. 

Clifford was born at Lowestoft on 20 December 1886, a son of Herbert and Annie Bunting. He was baptised at Saint John’s Church on 10 April 1887 and his family lived at 47 Saint John’s Road. By 1891 his family were living at The Street, Corpusty, Aylsham, Norfolk. 

A Private with the 1/10th Battalion, Stanley died on 2nd of December 1917 at the age of 20.

Stanley was born at Lowestoft on 20 April 1897, a son of Arthur William and Charlotte Britteon Mason. He was baptised at Saint Margaret's Church, Lowestoft, and his family lived at 71 Norwich Road. Stanley attended Hervey Street School and then, on 1 February 1905, joined Saint John's School before, on 5 May 1905, joining Roman Hill School. By 1911 Stanley's father had died and his family were living at 58 May Road and Stanley worked as a stationer's errand boy. 

A Private with the 1/8th Battalion, George died on 2nd of December 1917 at the age of 19. 

George was born at Lowestoft in 1898, a son of Robert William and Bessie Rayner. From 3 June 1901 George attended Kirkley School and his family lived at Southwell Road. By 1911 his family were living at 34 Kirkley Run, Lowestoft, and later their address was 7 Epsom Terrace, Kirkley Run, Lowestoft.

George enlisted in the Army at Lowestoft. He joined the London Regiment and arrived in France on 5 November 1917. 

A Private with the 17th Battalion, Joseph died on 4th of December 1917 at the age of 34. 

Joseph was born at Kirkley in 1883, a son of George Newark and Elizabeth Rivett. In 1891 his family lived at 5 Lovewell Road and this was still the family home in 1901 when Joseph was a carpenter, probably working with his father. 

On 2 March 1905 Joseph married Edith Warford at All Saints’ Church, Pakefield. Joseph was a carpenter living at Kirkley and Edith lived at Pakefield. In 1911 they lived at 33 Lorne Road, and Joseph was a carpenter.

A Private with the 1st Battalion, Ernest died on 7th of December 1917 at the age of 19. 

Ernest was born at Lowestoft on 4 October 1898. He was baptised at Saint John's Church, Lowestoft, on 28 October 1898, a son of Isaac and Louisa Hanton, and his family lived at 32 Maidstone Road. Ernest attended Hervey Street School and, from 7 January 1907, was a pupil at Saint John's School. Between 1907 and 1911 his family moved from Maidstone Road to 2 Clarence Road. Later his parents lived at Sanatorium Lodge, Rotterdam Road, Lowestoft.

A Gunner with 177th Siege Battery, Albert died on 9th of December 1917 at the age of 19. 

Albert was born at Blundeston in 1898, a son of William James and Edith Isabel Haddingham. In 1901 his family lived at The Street, Blundeston, and they still lived at The Street in 1911.

Albert enlisted in the Army at Lowestoft. He joined the Royal Garrison Artillery, service number 147081, and was posted to France to serve with 177 Siege Battery. 

A Private with the 2/4th Battalion, Thomas died on 11th of December 1917 at the age of 39. 

Thomas was born at Lowestoft in 1878, a son of Edward and Hannah Dye. In 1881 his family lived at 28 Mariners Street. By 1891 they were living at 26 Mariners Street. By 1900 the family home was at 17 Queens Road. 

A Mate with Steam Trawler Ranter (North Shields), Robert died on 12th of December 1917 at the age of 61. 

Robert was born at Lowestoft in 1856, a son of Benjamin and Priscilla Newson. He was baptised at Saint Peter’s Church, Kirkley, on 4 July 1858. In 1861 his family lived at South Union Place, Kirkley. By 1871 they were living at 22 Stevens Street, and Robert was a fisherman. Later Robert’s parents lived at 31 Southwell Road. 

A Deck Hand with H.M. Drifter Piscatorial II, Cecil died on 28th of December 1917 at the age of 19. 

Cecil was born at Lowestoft on 7 June 1898, a son of Samuel John and Emma Jane Boor. He was baptised at Saint Margaret’s Church on 3 August 1898 and his family lived at 16 Queens Road. In 1901 his family lived at 7 Edinburgh Road and by 1911 at 68 Worthing Road. By 1916 his parents were living at 46 Saint Margaret’s Road, and later at 119 Saint Margaret’s Road.

A Sub Lieutenant with Drake Battalion, Royal Naval Division, John died on 30th of December 1917 at the age of 22. 

John was born at Balham, Surrey, on 17 February 1895, a son of Walter Ulric and Mary Gertrude Cookes. He was baptised at Saint Mary’s Church, Balham, on 28 April 1895, and his family lived at 10 Dornton Road, Balham. In 1901 his family lived at York Villas, Commodore Road, Oulton Broad. By 1911 they were living at Avonholme, Romany Road, Oulton Broad.

A 2nd Lieutenant with the 8th Battalion, Leonard died of wounds on 31st of December 1917 at the age of 28. 

Leonard was born at Rumburgh, Suffolk, in 1889, a son of Philip William and Emm Jane Dolman. In 1891 his family lived at the Farm House, Rumburgh, and in 1901 at Tivetshall Road, Pulham Saint Mary Magdalen. Later his family lived at Gisleham, before moving to Pulham Market, Norfolk. He was a brother of Gertrude Smith of The Hollies, Black Street, Gisleham. Leonard worked as a school teacher. 

A Private with 109 Company, Samuel died on 31st of December 1917 at the age of 40. 

Samuel was born at Lowestoft in 1878, a son of Samuel and Louisa Ward of 21 Reeve Street, Lowestoft. He was baptised at Christchurch, Lowestoft, on 4 August 1878. 

Samuel married Clara Maria Mills at the Methodist Free Church, London Road, Lowestoft, on 13 April 1904. By 1911 they were living at 67 Beccles Road, Lowestoft, and by 1916 they had moved to 162 Raglan Street. Samuel worked as a sailmaker. 

A Deck Hand with H.M.S. Implacable, Joseph died on 2nd of December 1918 aged 22. 

Joseph was born at Lowestoft on 25 November 1898, a son of Joseph and Louisa Westgate. He was baptised at Saint Margaret’s Church on 16 December 1898 and his family lived at 46B Crown Street and this was still their home in 1901. By 1911 they were living at 121 Saint Margaret’s Road.

A Gunner with 39 Headquarters Brigade, James died on 3rd of December 1918 aged 25. 

James was born at Lowestoft on 14 January 1893, a son of James Robert and Julia Gurney. He was baptised at Christ Church, Lowestoft, on 1 March 1893 and his family lived at Sparham’s Buildings. In 1901 his family lived at 56 The Hemplands, and by 1911 at 1 Hope Terrace, The Hemplands, Lowestoft, and James was a self-employed florist. 

A Deck Hand with H.M.S. Halcyon II, Herbert died on 5th of December 1918 aged 23. 

Herbert was born at Carlton Colville on 9 July 1895, a son of Edward James and Amelia Sharman. He was baptised at Saint Peter’s Church, Carlton Colville, on 25 August 1895. In 1901 they lived at Bell Road, Carlton Colville. By 1911 they were living at Peacock Terrace, Carlton Colville, and Herbert was a grocer’s errand boy. 

A Deck Hand with HMS Halcyon II, Sidney on 6th of December 1918 aged 22.

Sidney was born at Lowestoft on 7 June 1896, a son of Joshua and Alice Beckham. By 1901 Sidney’s father had died and his family lived at The Mariner’s Inn, Mariner’s Street, where his mother was the innkeeper. By 1911 they were living at 5 Nelson Terrace, Pakefield, and Sidney was a caddie at the golf course. They were still living at 5 Nelson Terrace in 1915 and later his mother lived at 2 Tram Terminus, Pakefield.

A Deck Hand with H.M. Trawler Columsin, Randal died on 7th of December 1918 aged 25. 

Randal was born at Pakefield on 7 October 1893, a son of James F. and Gertrude Adams. In 1901 his family lived at 12 Pakefield Street. By 1911 they were living at 55 Kimberley Road and Randal was a fisherman. In 1915 they were still living at 55 Kimberley Road and later the family home was at 2 Blackheath Road, Kirkley. 

Randal joined the Royal Naval Reserve on 25 August 1915. He served on the trawler Columsin. 

Randal died at Norwich Isolation Hospital from cerebro-spinal meningitis.

An Engineman with H.M. Trawler Dorothy Rose, Albert died on 7th of December 1918 aged 32. 

Albert was born at Lowestoft on 11 December 1886, a son of George and Sarah Moyse. He was baptised at Christ Church, Lowestoft, on 12 January 1887 and his family lived at Rant Score East. By 1901 they were living at 9 Anguish Street, and in 1911 at Glencoe Terrace, 303 Raglan Street. 

A Private with the 18th Machine Gun Squadron, Herbert died on 7th of December 1918 aged 32.

Herbert was born at Blundeston on 10 November 1887, a son of Robert William and Sarah Ann Hall. In 1891 his family lived at High Street, Blundeston, and in 1901 they lived at The Street, Blundeston, and Herbert was a carpenter’s apprentice. Later his parents lived at Lyndhurst, Blundeston.

A Deck Hand with H.M.S. Lavatera. Frederick died on 9th of December 1918 at the age of 25. 

Frederick was born at Walpole, Suffolk, on 20 April 1893, a son of Henry and Ann Griffiths. In 1901 his family lived at The Street, Walpole. By 1911 Frederick was living at Valley Farm, Walpole, and working as a farm labourer, but later he became a fisherman based at Lowestoft.  

A Leading Deck Hand with H.M.S. Pekin, Albert died on 10th of December 1918 at the age of 28. 

Albert was born at Lowestoft on 6 April 1890, a son of William and Mary Ann Beckett. 

He attended Saint John's School, Lowestoft, from 7 February 1898 to 20 March 1904. His family lived at 23 Clemence Street and, later, at 51 Kimberley Road, Lowestoft. Albert's mother died in 1901. 

An Engineman with HMS Wallington, George died on 10th of December 1918 at the age of 32.

George was born at Lowestoft on 8 September 1886, a son of Robert and Susannah (Polly) Bryant. He was baptised at Christchurch, Lowestoft, on 29 September 1886, and his family lived at Anguish Street. By 1891 his family were living at 93 Saint Margaret's Road. In 1901 their home was at 'Whiteside', Ipswich Road. 

A Private with 910th Mechanical Transport Company, Jack Arthur died on 15th of December 1918 aged 29. 

Jack was born at Corton in 1889, a son of Charles and Mary Earl. In 1901 his family lived at Alexandra House, Alexandra Road, Lowestoft. In 1911 their address was 56 Alexandra Road and Jack was a motor driver. 

On 11 October 1913 Jack married Cecilia Agatha Roberts at Saint John’s Church. Jack was a chauffeur living at 12 Gainsborough Road, Felixstowe, and Cecilia lived at 71 London Road South.

A Corporal with 3rd Bn. Henry died on 18th of December 1918 at the age of 40. 

Henry was born at Camberwell, London, in 1879, a son of Edward and Rebecca Talbot. In 1881 his family lived at 185 Mayall Road, Brixton, London. By 1891 his family lived at 20 Saint George's Residences, Brixton.

On 30 May 1903 Henry married Martha Fowler at Saint Mary's Church, Wimbledon, and Henry lived at 86 Dundonald Road, Wimbledon, and worked as a plumber, and Martha lived at 10 Leopold Road, Wimbledon. By 1911 they were living at 516 London Road and Henry worked as a house painter. 

An Engineman with H.M. Trawler Falstaff, Benjamin died on 18th of December 1918 at the age of 26.

Benjamin was born at Oulton on 10 August 1892, a son of John and Ellen Pitchers. He was baptised at Saint Michael’s Church, Oulton, on 18 September 1892. In 1901 his family lived at Moyse Road, Oulton. In 1911 the family home was at 2 Rock Road, Rock Estate, Oulton. 

A Deck Hand with H.M. Trawler George Borthwick, Joseph died on 24th of December 1918 aged 25. 

Joseph was born at Pakefield on 7 April 1895, a son of Thomas George and Caroline Mary Ann Gosling. In 1901 Joseph, and his parents, were resident at the Union Workhouse, Oulton. His mother died in 1905 and his father in 1908. On 26 October 1908 he became a pupil at Saint Margaret’s School and at the time he lived with his brother Henry at 20 Saint Margaret’s Road. 

A Skipper with Trawler Acacia, James died on 1st of December 1919 at the age of 46. 

James was born at Ipswich in 1873, a son of John and Amelia Crooks. His father died in 1879 and his mother married William Keeble. In 1881 his family lived at 5 Handford Cut, Ipswich. 

On 20 October 1897 James married Jane Elizabeth Hales at Saint Margaret’s Church. James was a mariner and they both gave their address as 22 Seago Street. In 1899 they lived at Arnold Street. In 1901 they lived at 2 Tennyson Road, and by 1911 were living at 24 Seago Street. 

A Cadet with the Auxiliary Division Royal Irish Constabulary, Hedley died on 5 December 1920, aged 29.

Hedley was born at Lowestoft on 3 April 1891, a son of Thomas James and Caroline Elizabeth Balls. He was baptised at Saint John’s Church on 3 May 1891 and his family lived at 33 London Road. By 1901 they were living at 91 London Road. In 1911 Hedley lived at Browns Fish Depot, Wellington Road, Newmarket, with his brother Charles, and they were both fish and poultry merchants. By 1915 his parents’ home was at 6 The Esplanade, Lowestoft. 

Formerly a Deck Hand with the Royal Naval Reserve, Edward died on 22nd of December 1920 at the age of 57.

Edward was born at Kessingland on 17 June 1863, a son of Edward and Mary Gouldby. He was baptised at Saint Edmund's Church, Kessingland, on 12 July 1863.

Edward married Elizabeth Ann Knights in 1890. In 1891 they lived at Belvedere Place, Kessingland, and by 1901 they were living at The Beach, Kessingland, and Edward worked as a fisherman. Later their home was at High Path, The Beach, Kessingland.

A Captain with the 9th Bhopal Infantry, Alan died on 30th of December 1920 at the age of 27. 

Alan was born at Lowestoft on 25 June 1893, a son of Henry William and Clarissa Elizabeth Bevan. He was baptised at Saint Margaret's Church, Lowestoft, on 23 July 1893 and his family lived at 1 Pier Terrace, Lowestoft. By 1901 his family were living at 9 High Street, Lowestoft. See house on LowestoftOldAndNow.org 

An Able Seaman with S.S. Moortoft (Middlesbrough), Joseph died on 3rd of December 1939 aged 22. 

Joseph was born at Lowestoft in 1916, a son of Joseph William and Lilian Rose Newson. In 1921 his family lived at 16 Clemence Street, and this was still their home in 1939.

In 1939 Joseph was an Able Seaman working on the S.S. Moortoft, a steam cargo ship. Joseph, and the twelve other crew, were missing, presumed drowned, on 3 December when the Moortoft disappeared in the North Sea. The cause of the ship's loss remains unknown. 

A Skipper with H.M. Trawler Lock Doon, George died on 25 December 1939 at the age of 31.

George was born at Kessingland on 5 September 1908, a son of Alexander John and Jane Elizabeth Thompson. In 1911 his family lived at 3 Lakenham Cottages, Beach Street, Pakefield, and, by 1921 they were living at 10 Lovewell Road and this was still the family home in 1939. 

George was awarded his Certificate of Competency as a Skipper in 1931. From 29 September 1931 to 27 February 1932, when he was invalided, George served with the Royal Naval Reserve as a Second Hand.  

A Sergeant with the Royal Air Force, Hylton died on 9th of December 1940 at the age of 26. 

Son of Hylton Charles and Agnes Harriet Ellis of 74 Sycamore Avenue Lowestoft. 

Hylton's widow, Alice, married his brother Richard who also died while serving with the RAF. Alice lived at Dinnington Colliery.  

A Sailor with S.S. Ashcrest (London), Roy died on 9th of December 1940 aged 20. 

Roy was born at East Ham, London, on 21 September 1920, a son of James Robert and Cissie Olive Oldman. In 1921 his family lived at 115 Central Park Road, East Ham and by 1930 their home was at Saint Peter, Beccles Road, Oulton Broad.

Roy attended the Gravesend Sea School. From 6 August 1939 Roy worked on the merchant ship Cressington Court. He joined the S.S. Barn Hill on 11 December 1939 and, on 12 June 1940, the S.S. Ashcrest. 

A Third Engineer Officer with S.S. Kyleglen (Liverpool), Leonard died on 15th of December 1940 aged 27. 

A Mate with Steam Trawler Carry On (Lowestoft), Robert died on 17th of December 1940 aged 57. 

Robert was born at Pakefield on 17 March 1883, a son of Robert and Harriet Lewis. He was baptised at All Saints’ Church, Pakefield, on 13 May 1883. On 30 August 1887 Robert became a pupil at Cunningham’s School. In 1891 his family lived at 13 Beach Street, Pakefield. 

In 1910 Robert was awarded his certificate of competency as a Skipper. In 1911 he was a crewman with the trawler Confier LT 658. 

A Deck Hand with Steam Trawler Carry On (Lowestoft), Gordon died on 17th of December 1940 aged 25. 

Gordon was born at Lowestoft on 17 October 1915, a son of William and Belinda Baxter. In 1921 his family lived at 1 Kirkley Run and by 1939 they were living at 63 Long Road and Gordon was a drift net fisherman. 

A Cook with Steam Trawler Carry On (Lowestoft), George died on 17th of December 1940 aged 66. 

George was born at Kirkley on 5 February 1874, a son of Noah and Elizabeth Mullender. He was baptised at Saint Peter’s Church, Kirkley, on 1 May 1875. In 1881 his family lived at Pakefield Street. In 1886 George was a pupil at Cunningham’s School. 

A Deck Hand with Steam Trawler Carry On (Lowestoft), Leonard died on 17th of December 1940 aged 62. 

A Skipper with Steam Trawler Carry On (Lowestoft), Ernest died on 17th of December 1940 aged 49. 

Ernest was born at Gillingham, Norfolk, on 25 November 1891, a son of James Pye Smith and Ellen Smith. In 1901 his family lived at Frances Terrace, Carlton Road, Carlton Colville. By 1911 his were living at 26 Lovewell Road, Kirkley, and by 1915 their home was at 10 Lawson Road.  

In January 1914 Ernest was awarded his certificate of competency as a Skipper. 

A Sergeant with B Squadron, Arthur died on 22nd of December 1940 at the age of 29.

Arthur was born at Coltishall in 1911, a son of Ernest Henry and Florence Maud Gooch. In 1921 his family lived at Bridge Road, Ludham, and by 1939 they were living at Blacksmiths Loke Lound. Later his parents lived at they lived at 2 Widow's Cottages, Somerleyton. 

Arthur married Mona Connor at Chelmsford in 1937. They had a home at 1 Jubilee Cottages, Chelmsford. 

A Seaman Cook with H.M. Trawler Pelton. Herbert died on 23rd of December 1940 at the age of 20. 

Herbert was bon at Lowestoft on 15 March 1920 a son of Lewis and Valerie Gertrude Eade. He was baptised at Saint John's Church on 16 April 1920, and his family lived at 102 Pakefield Street. 

Herbert was serving on the Pelton when it was torpedoed and sunk by a German motor torpedo boat, off Great Yarmouth, with the loss of all twenty members of crew. 

A Seaman with H.M. Trawler Wallena. Sidney died on 24th of December 1940 at the age of 28. 

Sidney was born at Pakefield on 18 August 1914, a son of John and Ellen Rushmere. In 1921 his family lived at 4 Marshalls Buildings, Nelson Road central, Great Yarmouth. Later his parents lived at 8 Crown Street, Lowestoft.

Sidney was serving on the minesweeping trawler Wallena when he was accidentally drowned at Granton Harbour, Edinburgh. 

Sidney's uncle, William Rushmere, was killed in action in 1915 whilst serving with the Suffolk Regiment. 

A Mate with the trawler Bucentaur, Randall died on 2nd of December 1941, at the age of 56. 

Randall was born at Lowestoft on 5 April 1884, a son of Randall Colby Fisher and Susannah Colby Fisher. He was baptised at All Saints’ Church, Pakefield, on 11 May 1884. In 1889 his family lived at 3 Mill Lane, Pakefield, and by 1896 at 2 Lake Lothing Terrace. His mother later lived at 6 Compass Street, Lowestoft. In 1901 Randall was working as a fisherman and he lodged at 9 Compass Street.

A Sergeant with the 9th Battalion, Robert died on 9th of December 1941 aged 31. 

Robert was born at Lowestoft on 8 October 1910, a son of Thomas Samuel and Edith Louisa Cropley. He was baptised at Saint Margaret’s Church on 3 November 1910 and his family lived at 31 Factory Street and this was still their home in 1921. Robert’s father served with the Royal Naval Reserve and died in 1917. 

Robert was a regular army soldier before the Second World War and served with the Royal Norfolk Regiment.

A Deck Hand with Fishing Vessel Kincorth (Aberdeen), George died on 10 December 1941 at the age of 38 years.

George was born at Pakefield on 8 May 1903, a son of William and Ellen Blowers. George’s father died four months before George’s birth in the loss of the trawler Free Lance. In 1909 George’s mother married John Vincent. In 1911 his family lived at 46 Pakefield Street. In 1921 George’s family lived at 19 Saint Margaret’s Road, Pakefield, and George worked as Colby’s Shipyard, Oulton Broad. 

A Chief Engineer with Fishing Vessel Kincorth (Aberdeen), Arthur died on 10th of December 1941 at the age of 60. 

Arthur was born at Kirkley in 1881, a son of Robert Arthur and Mary Ann Jeffries. In 1881 his family lived at East Side, 3 Saint George’s Road, Kirkley, and in 1891 at 1 Windsor Road. By 1901 their home was at 10 Windsor Road and Arthur worked as a blacksmith. 

A Seaman with H.M. Yacht Rosabelle. Ernest died on 11th of December 1941 at the age of 38. 

Ernest was born at Wrentham on 2 April 1904, a son of Walter and Ethel Elizabeth Love. In 1918 his family were living at Mill Cottages, Ellingham. By 1921 they had moved to 6 Catherine Terrace, London Road, Pakefield, and Ernest was a fisherman. In 1939 his family lived at 12 Beaconsfield Road, Lowestoft, and Ernest worked as a fisherman.

A Seaman with H.M. Yacht Rosabelle. Ernest died on 11th of December 1941 at the age of 20. 

Ernest was born at Lowestoft on 5 August 1921, a son of Ernest Edward and Maud Eliza Reeman. By 1939 his family were living at 15 Love Road, Lowestoft, and Ernest worked as a fisherman.

The Rosabelle was a patrol yacht. On 11 December 1941, in the Straits of Gibraltar, H. M. S. Lady Shirley was sunk by submarine U-374. H. M. S. Rosabelle attempted to locate the submarine but was also torpedoed and sank. Twenty-nine crew, including Ernest, were killed, and twelve rescued. 

A Petty Officer with H.M.S. Puckeridge, Frederick died on 13th of December 1941 at the age of 21. 

Frederick was born at Henley, Oxfordshire, on 24 June 1920, a son of Charles Owen Strudley and Elsie May Blythe Strudley of Marlow Lock House, Mill Road, Marlow. 

Frederick married Peggy Irene Edith Jackson in 1941, this was registered in the Wycombe district. Commonwealth War Graves records show that Peggy lived at Lowestoft.

A Leading Seaman with H.M.S. Neptune, Frederick died on 19th of December 1941 aged 20. 

Frederick was born at Lowestoft on 10 July 1921, a son of Harry Albert and Ethel Maud Chamberlain. In 1939 his family lived at 67 Fir Lane. 

A Sailor with S.S. Wallsend (Newcastle-on-Tyne), William died on 3rd of December 1942 aged 19. 

William was born at Lowestoft on 2 June 1923, a son of William Henry and Margaret Caroline Burch. Throughout his life William’s family lived at 37 Alma Road.

A Skipper with H.M. Trawler Fir, Royal died on 3rd of December 1942 at the age of 42. 

Royal was born at Lowestoft on 26 November 1900, a son of Charles and Margaret Page. He was baptised at Saint John's Church, Lowestoft, on 11 October 1901, and his family lived at 71 Tonning Street. By 1911 his family were living at 27 Ontario Road, and by 1921 at 10 May Road. Later his parents lived at 2 Simnetts Cottage, Saint Johns Road, Lowestoft.

A Seaman with H.M. Trawler Canna. Joseph died on 5th of December 1942 at the age of 22. 

Joseph was born at Lowestoft on 8 September 1920, a son of Thomas George and Emily Godbold. In 1921 his family lived at 57 Seago Street, Lowestoft. Later his father lived at 35 Beaconsfield Road, Lowestoft. 

Joseph was serving on the Canna, at Lagos, when an accidental explosion took place and the vessel was burnt out. Six of the crew, including Joseph, were killed. 

Joseph's sister-in-law, Jessie, was killed in an air raid in 1942. His nephew, Leonard, was killed in 1941. 

A Sergeant with 251 Field Park Company, Edward died on 10th of December 1942 aged 34. 

Edward was born at Ilford, Essex, on 4 December 1908, a son of The Reverend Baldwyn de Fonmartin and Emily Marion Pugh. He was baptised at Saint John the Baptist Church, Buckhurst Hill, on 17 January 1909 and his family lived at 5 Stamforth Road, Newbury Park, Ilford. In 1921 his family lived at Kings Cottage, Monnington on Wye, Brobury, Herefordshire. By 1934 Cuthbert’s father had become the Rector of Gisleham and his family lived at Gisleham Rectory. 

A Gunner with 118 Field Regt., Bertram died on 10th of December 1942 at the age of 21. 

Bertram was born at Great Yarmouth in 1921, a son of Bertram and Ruth Bardwell. His family lived at 20 Regent Road, Great Yarmouth. In 1939 they lived at 104 Regent Road, Great Yarmouth, and later his parents lived at Lowestoft Suffolk.

A Petty Officer Stoker with H.M.S. Blean, George died on 11th of December 1942 at the age of 30. 

George was born at Whitehaven on 5 June 1913, a son of Joseph Holmes and Nessie Hellon.

George married Gertrude Irene Woolmer at Saint Margaret's Church, Lowestoft, on 27 July 1936. George was a sailor serving on H.M.S. Foyle, and Gertrude lived at 17 Saint Margaret's Plain, Lowestoft. In 1939 Gertrude lived with her family at 47 Newson's Meadow, Lowestoft. 

A Petty Officer Cook with H.M.S. Traveller, Richard died on 12th of December 1942 aged 25.

A Private with 31 General Hospital, Walter died on 14th of December 1942 at the age of 28. 

Walter was born at Corton on 27 April 1914, a son of James and Amelia Read. In 1921 his family lived at The Smithy, Corton. In 1939 his family lived at The Forge, Gorleston Road, Corton, and Walter was a milk retailer.
In 1940 Walter married Ruth Kathleen Bullen. This was registered in the Lothingland district. By late 1942 their address was 1 Crossways Cottages, Corton. 

A Leading Telegraphist with H.M.S. Firedrake, John died on 17th of December 1942 at the age of 40.

John was born at Kessingland on 18 December 1901, a son of George and Anne Phoebe Nichols. He was baptised at Saint Edmund's Church, Kessingland, on 16 February 1902. In 1911 his family lived at Field Lane, Kessingland and in 1921 his parents lived at White House Corner, Carlton Colville.

By August 1917 John was working as a porter for the Great Eastern Railway Company.

A Leading Seaman with H.M.S. Firedrake, Arthur died on 17th of December 1942 at the age of 35. 

Arthur was born at Lowestoft on 10 July 1907, a son of William and May Adams. He was baptised at Saint John's Church, Lowestoft, on 16 August 1907, and his family lived at 10 Summer Road. 

In 1921 Arthur began working in the Mercantile Marine. Initially he served on the S. S. Kumara as a Deck Boy and Wireless Watcher. 

Arthur joined the Royal Naval Reserve on 25 February 1926. At the time he lived at Bath House, Hamilton Road. He re-enrolled in 1931 and again in 1936. 

A Sapper with 573 Army Field Company, Bernard died on 18th of December 1942 aged 26. 

Bernard was born at Kessingland on 21 January 1916, a son of Bernard William and May Florence Foyster. He was baptised at Saint Edmund’s Church, Kessingland, on 5 March 1916 and his family lived at Alma Cottages. In 1921 they lived at 2 Hadley Cottages, Kessingland. By 1939 Bernard’s family were living at 5 Hope Terrace, Kessingland, and Bernard was a pipe fitter. 

A Sergeant with 197 Field Ambulance, Ernest died on 26th of December 1942 aged 25. 

Ernest was born at Lowestoft on 15 February 1917, a son of Ernest Charles and Ruby Elizabeth Rosamund Adams Woolnough. He was baptised at Saint Margaret’s Church on 29 April 1917 and his family lived at Oulton Street. Later his parents lived at 50 Lowestoft Road, Carlton Colville. 

A Sergeant with the Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve, George died on 2nd of December 1943 aged 19. 

George was born at Beccles in 1924, a son of Fred and Lily Maud Crowe. In 1939 his family lived at 13 Hadenham Terrace, Carlton Colville.

A Corporal with the Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve, Allan died on 8th of December 1943 aged 22. 

Allan was born at Lowestoft on 9 October 1921, a son of Samuel and Elizabeth Ann Boyce. He was baptised at Saint John’s Church on 11 December 1921 and his family lived at 61 Sussex Road. By 1939 his family were living at 45 London Road South and Allan was a printer’s apprentice. 

Allan enlisted in the Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve between September 1939 and August 1940. 

An Aircraftman 2nd Class with the Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve, George died on 16th of December 1943 aged 20. 

George was born at Lowestoft on 20 August 1923, a son of Thomas Robert Vere and Margaret Elizabeth Wood. In 1929 his family lived at 130 Denmark Road and George was a bus depot storekeeper. 

George enlisted in the Royal Air Force Volunteer reserve after December 1941. In December 1942 he was at 20 Service Flying Training School in Southern Rhodesia undergoing pilot training.  

An Engineman with H.M. Trawler Kingston Beryl. James died on 25th of December 1943 at the age of 34. 

James was born at Lowestoft on 22 October 1909, a son of Clifford and Rose May Blyth (note this is verified by Pension Record Card details for his father, but some sources give his father's name as James). In 1911 has family lived at 2 Anguish Street.

A Sergeant with the Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve, Brian died on 2nd of December 1944 aged 22. 

Brian was born at Lowestoft on 1 November 1924, a son of Leonard E. and Bessie M. Coleman. In 1939 his family lived at 251 Victoria Road, Oulton Broad, and Brian was till at school.

Brian joined the Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve after October 1942. In December 1944 he was a member of 70 Squadron based at Tortorella, Italy. 

A Private with 160 Detail Issue Depot, Jack died on 6th of December 1944 aged 19. 

Jack was born at Lowestoft on 18 May 1925, a son of Arthur Robert and Olive Aswin Adams. In 1939 his family lived at 97 Saint Margaret’s Road.

Little is known of Jack’s military service, or his cause, of death, other than the fact that he died at Sheffield.

A Lance Sergeant with H.M.S. Proserpine, Edward died on 6th of December 1944 aged 40. 

Edward was born at Lowestoft on 28 April 1904, a son of Arthur Edward and Harriet Jane Clarke. He was baptised at Saint John’s Church on 20 May 1904 and his family lived at Edward House, Stanford Street. In 1911 his family lived at Stanford House, 47 Stanford Street.

In 1926 Edward worked as an Assistant Steward with the Merchant Navy on S.S. Orvieto. 

A Private, Charles died on 8th of December 1944 at the age of 30. 

Charles was born at Lowestoft on 7 April 1914, a son of John and Violet Mabel Porter. He was baptised at Saint Margaret's Church on 24 April 1914 and his family lived at 70 Stanley Street. In 1921 his family lived at 12 Minden Road and by 1939 his parents were living at 14 Union Road, Lowestoft.

Charles was working as a fish curer when he joined the Army. 

A Guardsman with the 2nd Battalion, Charles died on 9th of December 1944 aged 20. 

Charles was born at Lowestoft on 30 October 1924, a son of Harry and Ethel May Houghton. In 1939 his family lived at 5 Turner Cottages, Saint John's Road.

Charles was a labourer when he attested for the Army at Norwich on 23 February 1943. He joined the Coldstream Guards to serve four years with the Colours and eight with the Reserve. He served in Italy with the 2nd Battalion. 

A Civilian, Muriel died on 19th of December 1944 aged 30. 

Muriel was born at Lowestoft on 9 August 1914, a daughter of Charles Daniel and Alice Maud Mullender. Muriel’s family lived at 17 Pakefield Street and by 1921 were living at 34 Morton Road which was their home in 1939 when Muriel worked as a beatster. Later her mother lived at 188 Kimberley Road.

An Ordinary Seaman with H.M.S. Bristol, Roy died on 21st of December 1944 aged 19. 

Roy was born at Lowestoft in 1925, a son of Leonard Thomas Carr and Clara May Carr. In 1939 his family lived at 80 Stanford Street.

Roy served with H.M.S. Bristol which was a shore-based training establishment at Ashley Down, Bristol. Given that Roy’s name does not appear in the Royal Navy War Graves register, and that his death was registered in the Wirral district, it is likely that he had been discharged from the navy before he died.

A Private with the Royal Army Medical Corps, Leslie died on 22nd of December 1944 aged 41.

Leslie was born at Toftmonks in 1903, a son of Henry Arthur Daplyn and Rosa S. Daplyn.

A Lance Corporal with the 8th Battalion, Thomas died on 22nd of December 1944 aged 27. 

Thomas was born at Hollinwood, Oldham, Lancashire, in 1917, a son of Thomas and Annie Price. In 1921 his family lived at 5 Burder Street, Oldham.  

In late 1941 Thomas married Audrey Gladys Hammond, this was registered in the Lothingland district. Audrey’s family lived at 9 Essex Road.

Thomas enlisted in the Lancashire Fusiliers and was later transferred to The Royal Scots. He served in north-west Europe with the 8th Battalion.

An Able Seaman with H.M.S. Capel, Thomas died on 26th of December 1944 aged 22. 

Thomas was born at Lowestoft on 5 October 1922, a son of Thomas Samuel and Nellie Kathleen Bishop. He was baptised at Christ Church, Lowestoft, on 22 October 1922 and his family lived at 102 Saint Peter’s Street. This was still the family home in 1939 when Thomas was a sheet metal worker.

An Acting Skipper Lieutenant with H.M. Motor Mine Sweeper 1012, Harry died on 30th of December 1945 aged 39. 

Harry was born at Barnby on 12 June 1906, a son of Dick Alfred and Louisa Jane Lee. In 1911 they lived at Back Lane, Barnby, and this was still their address in 1921 when Harry was a dairy man for A. Barwood at Mutford. In 1939 Harry’s parents lived at Ebenezer Cottage, Mill Lane, Barnby.

Formerly a Skipper with the Royal Naval Reserve (Patrol Service), Joseph died on 23rd of December 1946 at the age of 64.

Joseph was born at Lowestoft on 8 May 1882, a son of Frances Joseph and Clara Gamble. He was baptised at Christchurch, Lowestoft, on 28 May 1882. In 1891 his family were living at 19 Stanford Street. In 1901 Joseph worked on the trawler 'Fisherman' LT 568 and the Census shows him at Padstow. 

On 23 June 1903 Joseph married Louisa Maria Stock at Saint Margaret's Church, Lowestoft. Joseph was a fisherman and they were both living at 306 Raglan Street.

Formerly a Royal Artillery Bombardier, attached to 661 Air Observation Post Squadron, Hubert died on 30th of December 1946 at the age of 26. Son of George Cornelius and Isobella Small of Lowestoft; Husband of Phyllis Small of 145 Kimberley Road Lowestoft.

Hubert enlisted in the Royal Artillery in 1938. The Royal Artillery attestation registers show that he was discharged, medically unfit for further service, on 14 June 1944.