Friends of Hastings Cemetery
Walter's body seems not to have been recovered; the ship sank within minutes, and as he was a member of the engine room staff it’s unlikely he had time to escape.
He is commemorated on the Mercantile Marine's 'Memorial to Those Lost' on Plymouth Hoe.
Walter James Farrier, born 11 June 1886; died 8th August 1915.
Son of Sarah A. Shanks (formerly Farrier), of 21, St. George's Rd., West Hill, Hastings. Born at Hastings, Sussex. His brothers, Albert Edward and Thomas Frederick also fell.
9pm, 16 November 1914 -
Sent this to let you know that we did get the Germans and got back quite safe (sic). Expect to be going again this week, will let you know if I do. Am sending on letter. Surprised to see Tom where he is*. Hope Dad will soon be well.
Love to all,
Walter"
"WJ Farrier, on board HMS India, return to clerk's office"
Albert Edward Farrier – born 1897
His name is on the Thiepval Memorial to the missing in France.
Private 27715 Albert Edward Farrier, 8th Battalion Royal Fusiliers (born 28th March 1897) had been killed in action at Ovillers during the Battle of the Somme on 4th August 1916, aged of 19.
Son of Sarah Ann Farrier of 97 St Georges Road, Hastings. His brothers, Thomas Frederick and Walter James also fell. (CWG)
