Liverpool Echo , 5th, June 1916
Killed in naval battle
PATERSON, Killed in action in the naval engagement off Jutland, aged 22, Lieutenant Richard Eadson PATERSON R.N, the dearly loved younger son of Professor and Mrs A. M. PATERSON, 21 Abercromby Square, Liverpool.
Liverpool Echo , 8th, June 1916
Killed in naval battle
ALLEN, May 31st, killed in action in the North Sea battle on HMS Spitfire, Charles S, the eldest and beloved son of Mr and Mrs ALLEN, Valentine Grove, Anfield, Duty nobly done.
BARLOW, May 31st, killed in action on board HMS Queen Mary, in the naval battle in the North Sea, aged 18, G. E, George BARLOW, the dearly beloved and eldest son of Mr and Mrs Barlow, 69 Blythswood St, Aigburth. Deeply mourned by his father, mother, sister, brother and friends.
CASE, May 31st, killed in action on HMS Lion, William third son of the late Samuel James CASE, late Bremner St, Edge Hill.
LYNCH, May 31st, on HMS Defence, aged 27, William, sadly missed by his sister E? and Charlie, 14 Sykes St.
LYTHGOE, May 31st, killed in action on HMS Defence, in North Sea Battle, aged 27, William, beloved son of William LYTHGOE, 36 Balmoral Rd, New Brighton
LITTLE, May 31st, killed in action on HMS Defence, in North Sea Battle, John Percival, second beloved son of Mr and Mrs LITTLE, 14 Windsor St, Birkenhead. [His duty nobly done]
ROPER, May 31st, killed in action on HMS Defence, in North Sea Battle, Arthur the dearly beloved second son of Mr and Mrs John ROPER of 4 Talbot St, Brunswick Rd. Deeply mourned by his sorrowing parents, sisters and brothers on active service.
RULE, Went down on the HMS Queen Mary on his 22nd birthday, Fred, also his friend Alf KERR. Not dead to those who loved them and lost, but gone before. We shall never forget them, last goodbye, N.
STEPHENSON, May 31st, killed in action in great sea battle off Jultland, Private Albert Victor Stephenson, R.M.L.I, aged 24, HMS Defence, and Gunner Garton Grey Stephenson R.M.A, aged 20 HMS Indefatigable, two beloved and affectionate sons of Corporal William Stephenson R.F.A, serving in France and Mrs Stephenson, 32 Second Ave, Fazakerley, Liverpool. In honour's cause. [Glasgow and London papers please copy]
WOOD, May 31st, in the battle of Jutland on HMS Queen Mary, aged 21, Harold WOOD, E.R.A, eldest son of Lawrence D and Emily WOOD, 102 Hawthorne Rd, Bootle.
Liverpool Echo 12th, June 1916
Local men who fell in the naval battle
On board HMS Defence, W. LYNCH, 27, of the Royal Marines, previously resided with his brother and sister at 14 Sykes St, Everton, he had been in the Navy 11 years, and held the Italian and Persian Gulf medals, he was at home two days before the battle.
On board HMS Defence, Arthur ROPER, son of Mr and Mrs ROPER, Talbot St, Liverpool, had been in the Navy for five years, having joined on his 19th birthday. He was in the battle of the Falkland Islands and was educated at St Francis Xavier's. One brother is in France, his eldest brother J. ROPER, was in the Lusitania disaster and saved several lives.
First class stoker E. MITCHELL, a brother of well known Ellesmere Port residents, went down with the Black Prince, another brother of his was recently killed in France.
First class stoker Patrick M'ATEER, aged 20, also went down with HMS Black Prince. He had served in the Navy for three years. Prior to joining he was a member of St Malachy's Boys Guild. His mother resides at 8c Northumberland Dwellings, off Beaufort St.
Peter JOHNSON, First class gunner, HMS Invincible, resided with his sister at 16 Grierson St, Lodge Lane Liverpool. He had been 26 years in the Navy, and took part in the Falkland Islands battle.
Stoker Richard DAVIDSON, aged 19, who resided at 47 Teulon St, Walton Liverpool, lost on HMS Queen Mary, had been in the Navy for four years
Seaman James WEBSTER, aged 20, whose parents reside at 69 Homer St, off Smithdown Rd, was lost on HMS Queen Mary.
Thomas Henry BRAMWELL, seaman gunner, whose mother resides at 21 Upper Stanhope St, was on board HMS Invincible. He was educated at St Brides School. He joined the Navy at the age of 15, and had been in the Venus, Good Hope, Boscawen, as well as the Invincible, where he met his death. He was just finishing his time. He fought in the Heligoland, Falkland Islands, and the Lowestoft battles.
Liverpool Daily Post, 12th, June 1916
Killed in North Sea Battle
Two north Wales victims
Inspector TROW and Mrs TROW, Caersws, Mont, have been officially notified that their son, Leading Stoker David John Lloyd TROW, is among those lost on the Indefatigable during the Jutland Battle. Young TROW was 27 last march, and had served seven years in the Navy. For two years he was on the Leviathan and was at the battle fought off the Brazilian Islands during the rebellion when the Leviathan was damaged. He had only a few weeks ago sat the examination for his petty officership, and hoped to serve his 21 years. He has two brothers on active service, and another due to join shortly.
Gunner David HUMPHREYS, aged 20, son of Mr William HUMPHREYS, stationmaster of Harlech, who was on board HMS Southampton, was killed in action during the battle of Jutland, on May 31st.
Liverpool Daily Post, 14th, June 1916
Killed in Naval Battle
BIRCH, May 31st, lost on HMS Indefatigable aged 31, Charles, leading stoker, Deeply mourned R.I.P, From his loving wife, 48 Wrayburn St, Liverpool
FROGATT, May 31st, killed in action, warrant electrician, Arthur, HMS Invincible. 2nd son of Mr and Mrs J. W. FROGATT, 33 Ivydale Rd, Birkenhead.
KELLY, May 31st, killed in action on HMS Indefatigable in his 22nd year, Valentine Richard, leading telegraphist, the beloved 2nd son of James and Elizabeth KELLY, 22 Elderdale Rd, Anfield. After weary waiting now at rest, sadly missed by all at home.
LONGHORN, May 31st, supposed lost on HMS Indefatigable whilst in action in the North Sea battle, in his 19th year, James Herbert, eldest son of Mr and Mrs LONGHORN, 1 Burnall St, Garston. His duty done God's will be done, may we meet on that beautiful shore.
LYTHGOE, Killed in action on HMS Defence, Mattie, the dearly loved brother of A and L, Lythgoe, 13 Carrington Rd, Liscard.
PARRY, May 31st, killed in the Jutland battle on HMS Indefatigable , in his 26th year, Walter the youngest son of Mr and Mrs James PARRY, late of Princes Park, Liverpool. His unknown grave is the bitterest blow, truly our aching hearts can know.
Sadly missed by his sister Violet, Neil and brother Jim in France, 23 Queens Dr, Walton.
As above, No morning dawns, no night returns, but what we think of you. His brother in law in Egypt Joe and Pierce, 23 Queens Dr, Walton.
WILDING, May 31st, killed in action in the North Sea battle on board HMS Indefatigable aged 28, James [our Jim] Sadly missed by all at his home 18 Blair St, and Hal [in France]
Liverpool Daily Post, 15th, June 1916
Victims of Jutland Battle
Copenhagen, Wednesday, The bodies of nine British and German sailors picked up at sea by Danish fishers were buried this afternoon in the churchyard at Skaw. There were over a thousand people present and innumerable wreaths were sent from people in various parts of Denmark.
.PNG)
Local men who fell in the naval battle
Private F. H. RULE, R.M.L.I, was on HMS Queen Mary. He was in Heligoland and Falkland Islands battle. He joined the Marines four years ago, and resided with his widowed mother and sister at 178 Wavertree Rd, Edge Hill.
Able seaman Walter MOSS R.N.V.R, was on HMS Invincible, before the war he was employed by the Liverpool Corporation. He was 20 years of age and resided with his parents at 254 Whitefield Rd.
Stoker Thomas CHORROGAN was on HMS Defence, he had served in the Navy for five years and was 23 years of age. He lodged in Birkett St, St Anne St.
Albert George ENGLAND, aged 17, was a rating boy on HMS Defence. He joined the Navy in March 1914, and lived with his parents at 21 Walton Lane. He was home on leave just three weeks before the battle. He attended Boundary St, East Primitive Methodist Church all his life.
Corporal Richard Ellis SHAW, Royal Marines, a native of Formby, was on HMS Black Prince, although only 23 years old, he had seen nearly eight years service. He was on board HJMS Cochrane when she escorted the King to India, for the Coronation Durbar. His brother Lawrence is a private in the 7th K.L.R.
First class stoker William MELIA, a member of the crew of HMS Black Prince, resided at 9 Sherdley St, off Crown St.
First class stoker James PIERCE, the youngest son of Mr W. PIERCE of 2 Breckfield Place, Everton, lost on HMS Shark, which went down with the last gun being fired by the commander, who had his leg shot off.
First class stoker John William M'GRATH, who resided with his wife at 118 Victoria Square, was 23 years of age and had been four and a half years in the Navy. Was lost on HMS Shark, which went down with the last gun being fired by the commander, who had his leg shot off.
Seaman John HILL, was on HMS Indefatigable, he had been in the Navy for 11 years and was educated at Clint Rd, Council School. Whenever he was home on furlough he resided with his sister at 63 Church Rd, Higher, Tranmere.
Leading stoker Richard MURPHY, who was on HMS Indefatigable had served in the Navy for three years, and was 21 years of age. He resided with his wife at 39 Bewley St, Lathom St, Liverpool.
Ernest E. THOMAS of HMS Invincible, was the foster son of Mr Band Mrs DWAYNES, late of 5 Dove St, Liverpool. He was one time employed at the Liverpool flour mills, and was 29 years of age.
First class Petty Officer John LUCKIE, was on HMS Invincible. He had, had over 23 years active service in the Navy. His mother resides at 34 Rockingham St, Stanley Rd.
Steward, Thomas HOGAN of HMS Calliope, was 23 years of age, and resided with his parents at 7 Greenwood Terrace. His captain in a letter to his mother said, "It is with much regret that I have to inform you that your son Thomas was instantly killed. He was always ready to do his duty."
Leading seaman J. J. MORTON, whose mother resides at 1 Spring St, Liverpool, has been 15 years in the Navy. He rejoined at the outbreak of war. His mother Mrs M. M'CARTNEY, would be thankful for any information concerning the manner of his death. He was an old member of St Patrick's Church.
News has been received by Mr and Mrs DRUMMOND, who reside at 8a Roscoe Lane, Liverpool, that their son Stoker Fred George DRUMMOND was lost on HMS Hampshire. He was 20 years of age and before he joined the navy was employed in Liverpool as a moulder.
Any information regarding Arthur PHILLIPS, J. 7670, Leading seaman, who was on HMS Hampshire, will be gratefully received by his mother and family at 246 Cleveland St, Birkenhead.
Liverpool Echo, 28th, June 1916
Killed in action
ROPER, June 20th, killed in action aged 21, Private Thomas Francis [Frank] Special R.E, the dearly beloved youngest son of Mr and Mrs ROPER, 4 Talbot St, and affectionate brother of Arthur ROPER, lost on HMS Defence, Jultland battle, R.I.P [Sadly missed by their sorrowing parents, sisters and brothers].
Liverpool Echo , 10th, July 1916
Lost in the Jutland battle
First class stoker, T. H. PENNINGTON, was on HMS Indefatigable in the Jutland naval battle and went down with the vessel. He resided at 70 Brook Hill Rd, Bootle and was aged 20. Previously he was on HMS Edinburgh and served in the Falkland Islands Battle.
Liverpool Echo , 11th, July 1916
Lost in the Jutland battle
Stoker Samuel SMITH, HMS Lion was killed in the Jutland naval battle, he was 22 years of age and leaves a widow, who resides at 1 Brook Square, Robsart St, Liverpool
Liverpool Echo, 16th, December 1916
MATHER, In honoured birthday remembrance [December 15] of Harold MATHER, dearly beloved son of Walter and Bertha MATHER, 8 Hilton St, Birkenhead, who was lost on HMS Invincible, at Jutland naval battle, May 31st 1916.
His smiling face and happy ways,
Are pleasant to recall,
He had a kind word for each,
And died beloved by all.
Liverpool Echo, 8th, January 1917
Roll of Honour
M'CONOCHIE, In sad but affectionate birthday remembrance of David, dearly beloved eldest son of David and Annie M'CONOCHIE, 45 Green Lane, Egremont, who was killed in action on HMS Black Prince in the Jutland Battle, May 31st 1916, aged 22 [They miss him most who love him best]
Liverpool Echo, 12th, February 1917
Roll of Honour
WEBSTER, In sad but loving 21st birthday remembrance of our dear son Jim who lost his life in the Jutland battle aboard HMS Queen Mary,
One of the best that God could lend,
A loving son to the end,
On earth there is strife, in heaven rest,
They miss him most who loved him best.
From mother, father, sister and little brother Ted.
Liverpool Echo, 31st, May 1917
In Memoriam
Lost in the Battle of Jutland
ALLAN, In ever loving memory of Raymond Stuart, [our Ray] who lost his life on HMS Queen Mary, in the Jutland battle, May 31st 1916, Till we meet again. Never forgotten by mother and Mabel also Will, 15 Whitefield Rd.
As above.
Ever remembered by his affectionate Girl, Lottie Holburt, 123 Rishton St.
ALLEN, In loving memory of Charles Samuel, killed in action in the battle of Jutland on HMS Spitfire, May 31st 1916, deeply regretted.
After he sleeps the oceans roar disturbs his calm repose no more.
What though no voice of home was near, to soothe with love his dying ear.
The cloud has passed from that dear brow, it glows in heavens own brightness now.
Faithful until death. Father mother, brothers and sisters.
BARNETT, In loving memory of my dear brother Willie, aged 25 years, HMS Indefatigable, died May 31st 1916, fondly remembered by his sister Fanny, 188 Mill St, Toxteth.
As above, When last we saw his smiling face he seemed so strong and brave.
We little thought how soon he would be laid in a sailor's grave.
Father, Auntie and all 288 Mill St.
BATT, In loving memory of my dear husband Jim, who was lost on HMS Queen Mary, in the Jutland battle, May 31st 1916.
One of the first to answer the call a sacrifice supreme,
We cannot yet realise his death it seems a hateful dream.
Though we understand God's mercy in taking him to rest,
The parting gave great anguish to those who loved him best.
We will never will forget you Jim, nor your happy, smiling face,
You died for your King and Country and the honour of your race.
Never forgotten by his sorrowing wife and child, at 12 Scotland Place, Liverpool.
As above In affectionate remembrance of my dear son in law.
A devoted husband, a faithful friend, one of the best that God could lend.
He bravely answered dutys call, his life he gave for one and all.
But the unknown grave is the bitterest blow, none but an aching heart can show.
His loving voice and smiling face, no one on earth can fill his place.
Ever remembered by Mrs PRICE and family, 16 Scotland Place, Liverpool.
BENNETT, In loving memory of my dear brother John William, who lost his life in the Jutland battle, May 31st 1916, sadly missed by his sister Esther Logan
BIRCH, In loving memory of Charles, the dearly beloved husband of Mary Birch, who lost his life in the Jutland battle, May 31st 1916.
Eternal rest give to him O, Lord, may perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul rest in peace. 18 Wrayburn St.
BLACKLER, In ever loving memory of my dear husband Thomas who lost his life on HMS Queen Mary, in the Jutland battle, May 31st 1916, aged 44. [On whose soul sweet Jesus have mercy]
Your life for your country you nobly gave, sleep on dear husband in a sailor's grave.
No pen can write, no tongue can tell. My sad and bitter loss.
But thou O. Lord have helped me well, to bear my heavy cross.
From his sorrowing wife and children, 40 Wesley St, Toxteth.
BRAMWELL, In sad but loving memory of my dear son Thomas H, seaman gunner, 21 Upper Stanhope St, Liverpool, killed in the Jutland battle, on HMS Invincible, May 31st 1916
I dream of a great unselfish love, and sweet is that dream to me,
For it brings me back to those happy days when my Tom played round my knee.
Fondly remembered by his broken hearted mother, his loving sisters Doll and Ethel, and his little pal Ivy, also his brothers George and John in France, and four younger brothers.
BROWN, In loving memory of Stephen B, who was lost at Jutland on HMS Queen Mary aged 20 years, sadly missed by mother, father, sister and brothers, 34 Teer St, Kirkdale
As above, never forgotten by Uncle Auntie and family, 568 Stanley Rd, Bootle.
BURTON, In loving memory of our two dear sons Robert and George, who lost their lives in the Jutland battle, May 31st 1916.
Bravely they did their duty, bravely they fought and fell,
But the sorrow of those who mourn them only aching hearts can tell.
It may be the sailors honour for their country 's cause to fall,
But we did not think of the glory for the sorrow it has caused us all.
They are gone but not forgotten, often we call their names
But there is nothing left to answer, but their pictures in a frame.
Always remembered by their sorrowing mother and father, 1 Noel St, Lodge Lane.
As above
Last time we saw them smiling they looked so strong and brave,
We little thought how soon they would be laid in a sailor's grave.
Fondly remembered by their loving brothers Fred and Jack
As above
To their watery grave far, far away, our sad thoughts wander day by day,
And unknown to the world they stand by our side, and whisper, sisters, don't fret, death cannot divide.
Always remembered by their loving sisters, Nellie, Mary, Cit, Ada, Kate and Lena.
BUSHELL, In loving memory of Thomas C, who went down with his ship HMS Defence in the Jutland battle, May 31st 1916, aged 29
Can nobler hero be than he, who died to keep his country free.
Fondly remembered by father, mother, sister and brothers, 24 Burns St, Bootle
As above, and also his friend Harry GERRISH, ever remembered by Sarah and Jack.
CLARK, In sad and loving memory of my devoted husband Thomas Henry, mate R.N, who lost his life in the Jutland battle, May 31st 1916 on HMS Black Prince.
Only my memories my comfort, he considered me worthy of his love.
Marie, 13 Wentworth St, Everton, Liverpool.
CRAIG, In loving remembrance of our dear Tom, lost his life in the Jutland battle, May 31st 1916, never forgotten by Tomie and Frank.
As above, In loving memory of our dear Tommy, aged 29, lost on HMS Indefatigable , forever remembered by his mother, father, sisters and brothers. Asleep in the deep.
It is hard to have given the farewell kiss and the farewell shake of the hand, Teddy and Frank.
CRAVEN, In loving memory of Tom the beloved son of Daniel and Eleanor CRAVEN of 7 Llegwy St, Holyhead, lost his life on HMS Defence, in the Jutland battle, May 31st 1916
His smiling face and loving ways are pleasant to recall,
He had a kindly word for each and gave his life for all.
Dad, mother, Ethel, Nell and Will in France.
DAVISON, In loving memory of Richard son of the late Richard and M. E. DAVISON, who lost his life on HMS Queen Mary, May 31st 1916, never forgotten by his loving sisters, Katie, Hannah, and little Lena, also his Uncle and Auntie.
DEAN, In loving memory of our dear son Albert, lost his life in the Jutland battle, on the Black Prince, May 31st 1916 . Memory is the only friend and grief can call its own
As above, never forgotten, Bert Ethel and Vera
A above, One who never turned his back but marched breast forward
Never doubted clouds would break,
Never dreamed, though right were worsted, wrong would triumph,
Held, we fail to rise, are baffled, to fight better.
Sleep, to wake
Florence Dean Williams, Gooding, Idaho, U.S.A
As above, To the sacred and sweetest of memories,
However long my life shall be, whatever land I view,
Whatever joy or grief be mine, Till death I will think of you, Fiancee May
DONOGHUE, In loving remembrance of my dear nephew, Thomas, who lost his life in Jutland battle May 1st, 1916 on the Queen Mary, never forgotten by his loving Aunt Sarah, Uncle Sandy, cousin Samuel Oakes and Faty. Unseen by the world he stands by my side and says do not fret dear Aunt, death does not divide.
FENBY, In loving memory of Richard James [Dick] killed in Jutland battle May 1st, 1916, aged 17, father and mother.
FLETCHER, In loving memory of my dearly beloved, George Robert, who was killed in Jutland battle May 1st, 1916, on HMS Invincible.
To an unseen grave far away, a sad mothers thoughts wander today,
Unseen by the world he stands by my side, and whispers, Dear mother do not fret, death cannot divide.
Fondly remembered, Mam, Dad, sisters and brothers.
GALLAGHER, In loving memory of Bernard, the beloved youngest so of Mary and the late Thomas GALLAGHER, who lost his life, on HMS Defence in Jutland battle May 1st, 1916.
But, oh for the touch of a vanished hand, and the sound of a voice that is still R.I.P.
Fondly remembered by his loving mother, brothers and sisters
As above, sadly missed by his sister Annie and brother in law John WEAVER, [In Salonika]
HODGE, In sad but loving memory of William [Willie] the dearly loved youngest son of H and E. J. HODGE, 20 Fairfield St, killed in Jutland battle on HMS, Black Prince, May 1st, 1916, Deeply mourned.
As above, Harry, Nell and the boys.
JOHNSON, In loving memory of my dear brother Peter, killed on HMS Invincible, in Jutland battle May 1st, 1916, aged 26 years.
Sleep on dear brother in a hero's grave, your life for your country you nobly gave.
I could not be near you to say goodbye, but hope to be near you some day to say goodbye.
Deeply mourned by sister Sally
As above, Oh for a touch of a vanished hand, and the sound of a voice that is stilled.
Never forgotten by brother Tom, at sea, and sister in law Janet, 121 Macdonald St.
KERR, In loving memory of my dear brother Alf, aged 19, killed on HMS Queen Mary, May 31st 1916, R.I.P, Sadly missed by mother and sister Jenny, 14 Portmau Rd.
KNOX, May 1st, 1916, In loving memory of my dear brother Thomas, drowned in HMS Queen Mary, in the Jutland battle. Sleep on dear brother in your watery grave, sadly missed by his loving sister Mag and his children.
As above, Sadly missed by his children and Mam.
McCLURE, In loving memory of J. A. the loving husband of Martha McCLURE, who lost his life on the Queen Mary, May 31st 1916.
When last I saw his smiling face, he seemed so strong and brave,
I little thought how soon he would be laid in a hero's grave.
Martha, 3. Tindall St.
LONGHORN, In loving memory of our dear son, Bert, R.M.L.I, lost his life in Jutland battle May 1st, 1916, aged 18, I Burnsall St, Garston.
M'CONOCHIE, In sad but affectionate remembrance of David the dearly beloved eldest son of David and Annie M'CONOCHIE, who was killed in action on board HMS Black Prince in Jutland battle May 1st, 1916, aged 22. Fondly remembered by all at home, 45 Green Lane, Egremont.
McDONALD, In loving memory of George the dear beloved son of George and Florence McDONALD of 1 Longmoor Lane, Fazakerley. Killed in action on HMS Black Prince, in Jutland battle May 1st, 1916, aged 19, Asleep in the deep. The morning dawns, no night returns, but what I think of thee. Mother
McEVOY, In loving remembrance of Jack [John] who lost his life in Jutland battle May 1st, 1916, on board HMS Indefatigable, aged 18, R.I.P, Sadly missed by his loving mother and all at home.
MATHER, In ever loving memory of our dear son Harold, aged 24, who lost his life on board HMS Invincible, [Admirals staff] in Jutland battle May 1st, 1916.
Not dead to those who loved him, not lost, but gone before,
He lives with us in memory still, and will for evermore.
Never one moment forgotten by father, mother, sisters and brother Harry, 3 Hilton St, Birkenhead.
MILLER, In loving memory of my dear son Frank who was killed in Jutland battle on HMS Shark, May 1st, 1916, aged 19 years, For ever remembered by his loving Father.
As above, interred Gottenberg Sweden, June 20th, beloved youngest son of M. MILLER, 34 Hornby Boulevard, Litherland.
In a grave far, far away, a mother's thoughts wander day by day,
Unseen by the world he stands by my side, and whispers dear Mother do not fret, death does not divide.
Loved by mother, sisters, brothers [in North Sea]
MITCHELL, In sad but loving memory of our dear youngest son Ernest, HMS Black Prince lost in Jutland battle May 1st, 1916, One of the best, mother Dad, and family, Lea Rd, Wrexham.
As above, our dear brother, there is a link death cannot sever, fond remembrance last for ever. Sister Lill, Ellesmere Port, and husband , in France.
NAYLOR, In loving memory of my dear husband Percy Anderson, who gave his life for King and Country, May 1st, 1916
One year has passed away since our great sorrow fell,
And in our hearts we mourn the loss of him we loved so well.
We often sit and think of him, his name we often recall.
But there is nothing left to answer but his photo on the wall.
From his sorrowing wife Margaret NAYLOR, 53 Palace Square, Upper Norwood, London, S.E, 19.
PHELAN, In memory of John, who lost his life on HMS Defence, in the Jutland battle May 1st, 1916. Dear husband, for you I grieve, my loss is hard to bear,
But for the little ones you left behind, for your dear sake, I will care.
From his sorrowing wife and four children, 108 Hornby St.
PIERCE, In loving memory of my dear son James, who was killed in action in the Jutland battle on HMS Shark, May 31st, 1916, aged 22, also of my eldest son William [2nd Scots Guards] who was killed June 14th, 1915, aged 27, the dearly beloved sons of William and the late Elizabeth PIERCE.
They fought for the cause of justice, from duty they never turned back,
Bravely they faced the cannons roar, and died neath the Union Jack.
Sadly missed by father, sisters and George in Salonika, 2 Breckfield Place.
As above, dear brother [Asleep in the deep] sister Lizzie, 59 Abbott St.
POOLEY, In loving memory of my dear husband Gunner J. A. POOLEY, who was lost on HMS Queen Mary, May 31st 1916, To memory ever dear.
ROPER, In sad but loving memory of our dearly beloved sons, Arthur, killed in action on board HMS Defence, May 31st 1916, aged 24 years, and Pioneer Thomas Francis [Frank] Special R.E, late K.L.R, killed in action, June 30th 1916, aged 21 years. R.I.P.
Could we have raised their dying heads, or heard their last farewell,
The blow might have not been so hard, for those who loved them well.
Sadly missed and never forgotten by their sorrowing parents, and sisters Annie and Lily, 4 Talbot St, Brunswick Rd.
As above, These are days of remembrance to all, these are days so sad to recall, always remembered, brother Jack, [at sea]
As above, In the prime of life death claimed them, in the pride of their manhood days,
None knew them but to love them, none mentioned their names but with praise.
Still loved, still missed, still mourned by their sorrowing sister Mary, 2 Plan St, Brunswick Rd.
SCOTT, In loving memory of our dear brother Robert, who was drowned on the cruiser Black Prince, May 31st 1916.
Mid Jutland's deadly battle roar our sailor brother fell, no cross, no stone to mark the grave of him we loved so well.
For bo???and, right and duty his life he nobly gave, beneath the cruel North Sea waves he sleeps in a hero's grave.
Ever remembered by father, mother and sisters Florrie, Lottie and Annie.
STEVENSON, In loving memory of my dear son George who was lost on the Queen Mary, May 31st 1916, also Charlie who was killed in action February 16th, 1916.
You rest in peace my loved ones, tis sweet to breathe thy name,
In life I loved you dearly, in death I do the same.
Sadly missed by mother, father and family 16 Granville Terrace, Wallasey.
SWIFT, In loving memory of J. SWIFT lost on board HMS Indefatigable, in Jutland battle, May 30th 1916.
Sleep on dear one in your unknown grave, your life for your country you nobly gave,
No one stood near to say goodbye, but in God's keeping safe you lie
Never forgotten by his brothers, Aunt and Uncle, also his cousins Cannon.
TRAVERSE, In loving memory of our dear son, Frederick Charles killed in the Jutland battle, on HMS Indefatigable, May 31st, 1916. Asleep in the deep, father, mother, brothers and sisters.
TWEEDLEY, In loving memory of Stoker John TWEEDLEY, who lost his life on board HMS Queen Mary in the North Sea, May 31st 1916. Youngest son of John TWEEDLEY, also of the late Margaret Ann TWEEDLEY who died May 31st 1907.
I cannot bend beside his grave for he sleeps in secret sea. And no one wave will tell that place to me.
Always remembered by sister Annie and George, 13 Mark St.
As above, ever remembered by sister Maggie.
WEBSTER, In loving memory of our dear son Jim who was lost on HMS Queen Mary in the Jutland battle, May 31st 1916. Also his chums, Fred RULE and Alf KERR. Too dearly loved to be forgotten, mother and father, Elsie and Teddy, 69 Holmes St.
As above, You are not forgotten Jim dear, or ever will you be,
As long as life and memory lasts, I will remember thee, Edie.
WOOD, In loving memory of my dear son Fred, who lost his life in Jutland battle on HMS Black Prince, May 1st, 1916. Sadly missed by his mother, Sisters and brother [North Sea] of 117 Rosslyn St.
Liverpool Echo, 1st, June 1917
In Memoriam
Lost in the Battle of Jutland
McGRATH, In loving memory of my dearly loved husband, John, killed in action on HMS Shark, May 31st 1916
I miss you so much dear husband, for I am left all alone.
With only sweet memories to remind me, and your photo on the wall.
Deeply mourned by his sorrowing wife, 118 Victoria Square.
MOSS, In loving memory of Walter, dearly beloved son of Mr and Mrs MOSS, 254 Whitefield Rd, Liverpool, who was killed in the Battle of Jutland, May 31st 1916. Words could not express the love we bore him, the only consolation is he died doing his duty. Father, mother, brothers and sisters.
OWENS, In loving remembrance of my dear son Albert who lost his life in the Battle of Jutland, on board HMS Defence, May 31st 1916, aged 21 years.
A loving son so true and kind, he was to me in heart and mind.
His toils are past his work is done, he fought the fight the victory won.
Some time, some day in the better land, we shall meet again and understand.
Ever remembered by his mother, 67 Wharncliffe Rd, Stoneycroft.
As above, When last we saw his smiling face, he seemed so strong and brave.
We little thought how soon he would be laid in a sailor's grave.
Some day, some time, our eyes will see, that dear face kept in memory.
Fondly remembered by his loving sisters Lily, Bessie and Edie, and his fiancee Dot.
PARRY, In loving memory of my dear brother Walter, who lost his life on HMS Indefatigable, in the battle of Jutland, May 31st 1916.
Although your hand I cannot clasp, your face I cannot see.
This simple verse only shows I still remember thee. Brother Jim in France
As above, In the midst of life death claimed him, he lies in a hero's grave.
None new him but to love him, none mentioned his name but with praise. Nell and Pierce.
As above, Bravely he did his duty, nobly he fought and fell,
But the sorrow of those who mourn him, only aching hearts can tell.
Will always be remembered by Vi and Joe in Egypt.
SELSBY, in loving memory of my dear brother Harry, who was lost on HMS Turbulent in Jutland battle, May 31st 1916, Fondly remembered by his sister Maggie.
Liverpool Daily Post, 4th, June 1917
Lost in the Jutland Battle
BYRNE, In loving memory of Fred BYRNE, who was lost in the Jutland Battle, June 1st, 1916
When last we saw his loving face he seemed so strong and brave,
We little thought how soon he would be laid in a sailor's grave.
[Fondly remembered by sisters, 28 Mordem St, Boaler St]
CLARK, In sad but loving memory of my devoted and dearly beloved husband Thomas Henry CLARK, mate R.N, who lost his life in the Jutland Battle on HMS Black Prince.
Only memories my comfort, he considered me worthy of his love.
Marie, 13 Wentworth St, Everton, Liverpool.
SANDILANDS, In affectionate remembrance of our dear friend John SANDILANDS, engineer, who lost his life on HMS Defence, sadly missed by Mr and Mrs HIPKIN and family, Old Chester Rd, Tranmere. [Asleep in the deep]
Liverpool Echo, 8th, June 1917
Roll of Honour
CASE, In loving memory of our dear son and brother, Private William CASE, R.M, killed in Jutland battle May 1st, 1916, on HMS Lion, mother, Annie, Fred, Sam and Jim somewhere in France.
Liverpool Echo, 31st, May 1918
In Memoriam
Lost in the Battle of Jutland
ALLEN, In sad but loving memory of Charles Samuel, who was killed in action on HMS Spitfire on the May 31st 1916, in the Jutland Battle.
Somewhere in a sailor's grave lies my dear son amongst the brave,
Oh God, how mysterious are thy ways to take him in the best of his days.
We have lost, heaven has gained, one of the best this world contained.
Sadly missed by father, mother, sisters and brother George in France, 6 Valentine Grove.
BARNETT, In loving memory of our Willie, 1st class stoker HMS Indefatigable, killed in action May 31st 1916 [His last watch nobly done] Never forgotten by his Dad and sister Fanny, at 288 Mill St.
As above, never forgotten by his Aunt and all at 288 Mill St.
BLACKLER, In sacred memory of my dear husband Thomas, who lost his life on HMS Queen Mary in the Jutland Battle, May 31st 1916, on whose dear soul sweet Jesus have mercy.
Another year gone by and still I miss you, my loving husband kind and true,
In all my pain and silent suffering, tis God alone who helped me through.
BRAMWELL, In loving memory of my dear son Thomas Henry, seaman gunner, killed in Jutland Battle, HMS Invincible, May 31st 1916
Never a day my son, but, your name is spoken, never an hour but you are in our thoughts.
A link in our family chain is broken, you have gone from our home, Tom, but never from our hearts.
[Asleep in the deep] from his broken hearted mother, brothers and sisters, our Jack in France, George in Sheffield and all at 21 Upper Stanhope St, South, Liverpool.
BROWN, In loving memory of Stephen Bernard, who was killed in action on HMS Queen Mary, in the Jutland Battle, 1916.
Ever remembered by his father, mother, sister and brothers, 34 Tees St, and George in France.
BURTON, In loving memory of our darling sons Robert and George who gave their lives in the Jutland Battle, May 31st 1916, [duty nobly done]
Shot dead as they went into action, too soon to have won any fame.
Just two of the thousands and thousands whose end was exactly the same.
Sad and lonely is our dwelling, lonely is our home today.
For the two we loved so dearly, are for ever passed away.
Sweet be your rest, our sons so dear, tis sweet to breathe your names.
In life we loved you very dear, in death we do the same.
Never for one moment forgotten by their broken hearted Mam and Dad, brothers and sisters, 1 Noel St, Lodge Lane.
BUSHELL, In loving memory of our dear son Thomas C, also his friend Harry GERRISH, of HMS Defence, killed in Jutland Battle. Sadly missed by his father, mother and brother, 24 Burns St, Bootle.
CLARK, In loving memory of my devoted husband T. H. CLARK, R.N, who lost his life on HMS Black Prince, in the Jutland Battle, May 31st 1916, Marie, 13 Wentworth St, Everton.
In loving memory of my dear brother T. H. CLARK, R.N, who lost his life in the Jutland Battle, May 31st 1916, Rich and Winnie
As above
We loved him in life, he is dear to us still.
But in grief we must bend to God's holy will.
Brother Robert and Ne??
COLTART - EVANS, In treasured remembrance of our dear son, and the beloved husband of Sarah COLTART, who was lost of the Tipperary in the great Jutland Battle 1916 [Asleep in the deep] Also of our dear son in law and the devoted husband of Margaret EVANS [Coltart] Sapper George EVANS R.E, who fell in action July 31st 1917, and was laid to rest at Boislnge ? [One of God's best]
God alone knows how much we mourn the loss of the ones we loved so well. Deeply mourned by all at 47 Madelaine St, and brother Alec in France.
CRAVEN, In every loving memory of Tom the beloved elder son of Mr and Mrs D. R. CRAVEN of 7 Lligwy St, Holyhead, late of Birkenhead, who was lost with HMS Defence, in the Battle of Jutland, May 31st 1916.
No cross or headstone shall mark the spot, but somewhere on the ocean bed,
He rests as well as a coffined king, until the sea gives up its dead.
Never forgotten by Dad, mother, Ethel, Nell and Will in France.
DEAN, In loving memory of our dear son Albert lost on the Black Prince in the Jutland Battle, May 31st 1916, to memory ever dear, mother father and Ethel.
As above
Dear brother, Sleep to wake, Florence ? Dean, William Gooding, Idaho, U.S.
Dear Albert though the great beyond divide, fond memories of you still abide. Fiancee May.
Also as above, Arthur and Hilda, 7 Lloyd Ave.
ENGLAND, In loving memory of Albert George killed in the Jutland Battle, on H.M. Cruiser Defence, never forgotten by father, mother brothers and sister, 21 Walton Lane.
FERGUSON, In sad but loving memory of our dear brother Stephen, who lost his life on HMS Indefatigable, May 31st 1916
Days of sadness still come o'er us, hidden tears often flow,
For memory keep our dear brother near us, although he died two years ago.
From father, sisters, and brother Will in France, 21 Opie St.
FLETCHER, In loving memory of our dearly loved son George Robert, who lost his life on HMS Invincible, May 31st 1916.
Fold him, O Father, in thine arms, and let him ever be,
A messenger of love between my broken heart and thee
Sadly missed by those who loved him best, mother, father, sisters and brothers, Ke?t Place, Birkenhead
GALLAGHER, In loving memory of Bernard the beloved youngest son of Mary and the late Thomas GALLAGHER, who lost his life on HMS Defence in the Jutland Battle, May 31st 1916, R.I.P.
Always remembered by his mother, sisters, and brother Billie, also Jim in France and Tom in Palestine [Chicago papers please copy]
GEORGE, In loving memory of my dearly beloved husband Harold HIRST, who died of wounds, May 31st, 1917, also my dear brother Ernest lost on HMS Black Prince, May 31st 1916.
Here in lonely grief I sigh, for those beloved no longer nigh.
His wife and three children.
HODGE, In ever loving memory of William, the dearly beloved youngest son of H and ? HODGE, 20 Fairfield St, lost with HMS Black Prince the Jutland Battle, May 31st 1916, deeply mourned at home.
JOHNSON, In loving memory of William Edward, aged 29 years, petty officer HMS Turbulent, who lost his life in the Jutland Battle, May 31st 1916, third son of Wilhelmina and the late William Edward JOHNSON, 171 Orwell Rd, Kirkdale.
Fondly remembered by his mother, sisters and brothers, Jack, Eddie and Douglas, also Ernie and Tom in France. Loving thoughts shall ever linger.
JOHNSON, In loving memory of my dear brother Peter, who lost his life on HMS Invincible, the Jutland Battle, after 26 years service in the Navy. [Asleep in the deep]
Oh hear us when we cry to thee of those in peril on the sea.
Never forgotten by his brother Tom ? ? ? Janet
As above but JOHNSTON, dear brother Peter, killed HMS Invincible May 31st 1916,
Oft I think of you dear brother, and my heart is sad with pain,
Oh, this world would be a heaven, could I hear your voice again.
Friends may think I have forgotten you, when at times they see me smile.
But they little know the sorrow, which that smile hides all the while.
Never forgotten by his loving sister Sallie?
KERR, In loving memory of my dear brother Alf, who lost his life on the Queen Mary, never forgotten mother and Jenny, 74 Portsman Rd.
LONGHORN, In loving memory of my dear son Bert R.M.L.I, lost on HMS Indefatigable in the Jutland Battle, in his 19th year, ? St, Garston
MATHER, In ever loving memory of my dear nephew Harold who lost his life in the Jutland Battle, May 31st 1916, his loving Auntie Alice [Asleep in the deep]
MATHER, In loving memory of our dear son Harold who lost his life on HMS Invincible [Admirals staff] in the Jutland Battle, May 31st 1916.
He has passed the stormy billows, but now has gained the shore,
The anchor cast, now home at last, the voyage is safely o'er.
Never one moment forgotten by father, mother, sisters and brother Harry in France.
McCLURE, In loving memory of John who lost his life on HMS Queen Mary, May 31st 1916, at the battle of Jutland. Fondly remembered by his wife Martha, gone but not forgotten, 3 Tindall St, off Latimer St, Liverpool
McCONOCHIE, In affectionate remembrance of David the beloved eldest son of Mr and Mrs McCONOCHIE, who was killed in action on board the Black Prince, the Jutland Battle, May 31st 1916. Fondly remembered by all at 45 Green Lane, Egremont, also his brother George in France.
M'DONALD, In sad but loving memory George, killed in action aged 19, on HMS Black Prince, May 31st 1916, at the battle of Jutland, the beloved son of George and Florence M'DONALD, of 1 Longmoor Grove, and third grandson of Captain COURTENAY. Asleep in the deep. No morning dawns, no night returns, but what I think of you, Mother.
McEVOY, In loving memory of Jack who lost his life the Jutland Battle, May 31st 1916, aged 18 years R.I.P, sadly missed by his loving Mother, Sisters and brothers, 71 Wellington Rd, Dingle.
M'GRATH, In loving memory of my dear husband John, who lost his life in the Jutland Battle, May 31st 1916, Memory is the only thing that grief can call its own.
MILLER, In loving remembrance of Frank the dearly beloved youngest son of M. MILLER, of the Hornby Boulevard, Litherland, who lost his life on HMS Shark, May 31st 1916, aged 18 years, was interred at Gothenburg, Sweden, June 19th 1916.
It is only a mother who knows the sorrow, it is only a mother who knows the pain.
Of losing a son she loved so dearly, but hopes in heaven will meet again.
Sadly missed by his mother, sisters and brothers [in HM. Navy]
OWENS, In loving memory of Albert, who lost his life the Jutland Battle, May 31st 1916,
Could we have raised his dying head and heard his last farewell,
The grief would not have been so hard to those who loved him well. [Asleep in the deep] Ever fondly remembered by his loving sisters, Lily, Bessie, Edie and Dot.
As above, dearly beloved son of M and the late E. Owens.
You have left behind an aching heart, a heart that loved sincere,
A heart that never will forget the son I loved so dear.
Never forgotten by Mother, 67 Wharncliffe Rd
PARRY, In loving memory of my dear brother Walter, killed in action May 31st 1916, in the Jutland Battle on HMS Indefatigable. Not for a moment forgotten by his brother Jim, on service. PARRY, In loving memory of my dear brother Walter, killed in action May 31st 1916, in the Jutland Battle on HMS Indefatigable A day of remembrance sad to recall, Always remembered by Vi and Joe, in Egypt. PARRY, In loving memory of my dear brother Walter, killed in action May 31st 1916, in the Jutland Battle on HMS Indefatigable. Too dearly loved to ever be forgotten by Nell and Pierce.
PATERSON. In ever loving memory of , Lieutenant Richard Eadson PATERSON R.N, of HMS Fortune, lost in the battle of Jutland, the dearly loved younger son of Major and Mrs A. M. PATERSON, 21 Abercromby Square, Liverpool.
PIERCE, In loving memory of my beloved sons James, 1st class stoker, who lost his life on HMS Shark in the Jutland Battle, May 31st 1916, aged 22, also my eldest son William, 2nd Scots Guards, killed in action, June 14th, 1915, aged 27.
We who loved them sadly miss them, As it dawns another year,
In our lonely hours of thinking, Thoughts of them are ever near.
ROBERTSHAW - BRUCE, In loving memory of our dear brother Alex, also his devoted friend John BRUCE, killed on HMS Defence, May 31st 1916. [together in life, in death undivided], Bob and Lil, 6 Kenyon Rd.
ROPER, In sad but loving memory of my dearly beloved sons Arthur ROPER, killed on board HMS Defence, May 31st 1916, aged 24, also Pioneer Thomas Francis [Frank] Special R.E, late K.L.R, killed June 20th 1916, aged 21, also the dearly beloved mother of above who died of a broken heart, December 3rd, 1917.
The cold, cold, hand of cruel death upon their young life fell,
No more on earth we will hear again the voices we loved so well.
The sunshine of our happy home will ever clouded be.
But thou O Lord, has sent this cross, we will bear it all for thee. R.I.P.
Sadly missed and still mourned by their sorrowing father and sisters Annie and Lily, 4 Talbot St, Brunswick Rd.
ROPER, In loving memory of my dear brothers Arthur, aged 24, killed in action, on board HMS Defence, May 31st 1916, and Private Frank ROPER. R.E, aged 21, killed in action June 20th, 1916, also my dear mother Mary A. ROPER who passed away, December 3rd, 1917, aged 58, R.I.P.
They have fought a gallant fight, in deaths cold arms they have persevered,
An after lifes uncheery night, the harbour of their rest is neared.
Sadly missed by her sorrowing eldest daughter and their loving sister Mary, 2 Plan St, and Tom, R.G.A, France.
As above,
Friends may think I have forgotten them, when at times I am apt to smile,
Little knowing the sorrow hidden, beneath the surface all the while. R.I.P
Never forgotten by their only brother Jack ROPER, HMS Transport, at sea.
STEPHENSON, In loving memory of our dear sons, Albert Victor R.M.L.I, HMS Defence and Garton Grey, R.M.A, HMS Indefatigable, killed in the Jutland Battle, May 31st 1916, [sadly missed] 54 Leasowe Rd, Wallasey.
STEVENSON, In loving memory of my dear son George, who was lost on the Queen Mary, May 31st 1916, also Charlie who was killed in France February 16th 1916.
Gone are the faces we loved so dear, silent the voices we loved to hear.
O, God, how mysterious are they ways, to take them from us in the best of their days.
Sadly missed by mother, father, sisters and brothers, 16 Granville Terrace, Wallasey.
STRETCH, In loving memory of my dear brother, John Oliver who lost his life in the Jutland Battle, May 31st 1916, ever remembered by his loving sister Cissie and all at 4 Massey St, Birkenhead.
TRAVERSE, In loving memory of our dear son Frederick Charles, who lost his life in the Jutland Battle, May 31st 1916 [Asleep in the deep] father, mother, brothers and sisters 68 Alt St.
WEBSTER, In loving memory of our dear son Jim, who was lost with HMS Queen Mary, in the Jutland Battle, [Asleep in the deep] sorrowing, mother, father, Elsie and Ted, 69 Holmen St.
Liverpool Echo, 1st, June 1918
Lost in the battle of Jutland
BYRNE, In loving memory of our dear brother Fred who was killed in the Jutland Battle, HMS Turbulent, Death divides but memory ?. Fondly remembered by his sisters May, Millie and Annie, 28 Maden St
Liverpool Echo, 3rd, June 1918
Lost in the battle of Jutland
JENKINS, In loving memory of William, who died June 3rd 1918, from wounds received in the battle of Jutland, HMS Warrior, sadly missed by mother and sisters.
He has sailed on his last commission on a beautiful ship called rest.
His head is now safely pillowed on his great Commanders breast.
Liverpool Echo, 1st, November 1918
O'BRIEN, 3 Midland St, Oxton Rd, Birkenhead, Mrs Annie aged 31, widow of the late David O'BRIEN, who was killed in the Battle of Jutland. [beloved by all]
Liverpool Echo, 16th, December 1918
In memoriam
MATHER, In sad, but ever loving birthday remembrance of our dear son Harold, aged 24, who lost his life on HMS Invincible [Admiral's staff] in the battle of Jutland, May 31st 1916, never one moment forgotten by father, mother, sisters and brother Harry, Hilton St, Birkenhead.
Servant of God well done, they glorious warfare past,
The battles fought, the victory won, and thou art crowned at last.
Warrior of Christ, well done, praise be they new employ.
And while eternal ages run, rest in they Saviour's joy.
Liverpool Daily Post, 10th, July 1916
Boy heroes
The heroism of John Travers CORNWELL of HMS Chester, the hero of Admiral BEATTY in his report of the Jutland battle, has a counterpart in the story of another boy E. T. PEARCE also of the Chester, told in a private letter from one of the young survivors.
Steven MATTHEWS gives the following account of a messmates heroic end, and notes that he [the writer] went down to Devonport on the same day as John CORNWELL.
Letter runs :-
"He PEARCE, was serving at a dangerous post on one of the guns and was wounded early in the action, but, although, he was only a boy a few months older than myself, he bore his agony like a man.
When I saw him he was very white, but tried to be cheerful. He asked me if I would make him a drop of tea, so I went up to our mess and got a basin and made some tea for him, but he was in such pain that he could not sit up to drink it, so I gave it to him in a spoon.
When we reached harbour I managed to get another little chat with him before he was taken ashore to hospital, and just before I left him he said to me, "Well Steve, there is 3d in my box, take it out and get yourself some fags." I never heard of him any more until one of my messmates said that he was dead, and had been taken to London to be buried."
Liverpool Echo, 23rd, September 1916
Young Wallasey D.S.M
Fist class Boy, John Ernest William WORN of the Royal Navy, who will be 17 next month, is one of three boys to win the Distinguished Service Medal for bravery in the Jutland Battle. He is the son of Chief Petty Officer J. T. WORN, of Marlwood Ave, Wallasey, and was educated at the New Brighton Council School. His father is with the mine sweepers in the North Sea.
Liverpool Daily Post, 15th, November 1916
First class stoker Thomas A. WOOLLEY, has won the D.S.M, for distinguished service in the Jutland battle on board HMS Lion. He is 20 years of age and one of five brothers serving. His mother resides at Warburton St, Hall Lane.