Ramsey Commissioners and the Royal British Legion continue to honour servicemen and women who lost their lives in the First World War.

On June 10, a simple ceremony will be held at the town’s war memorial to mark the 100th anniversary of the death of Private Frank Howarth.

He was the eldest son of Joseph and Rubena Howarth of Albert Road and was engaged to a young woman named Nellie.

Before enlisting with the 11th Battalion, Lancashire Fusiliers, he worked as a cabinetmaker.

He had been serving in France for four years when he was captured. He sent a postcard home stating that although he was a prisoner of war, he was well. He died of injuries to the brain whilst a prisoner. He was 25.

Also lost in France was Rifleman William Reid Harper, whose anniversary falls on June 22 .

Rifleman Harper’s mother lived in Maughold Street. Prior to enlisting with The King’s (Liverpool) Regiment he was employed by Messrs J Lay & Co (tailors).

He was standing outside a dug-out when a shell landed, killing him instantly. He is buried in Houchin British Cemetery, Pas de Calais, France.

At 6.30pm on each of the above dates, a cross will be placed at the war memorial and a minute’s silence observed. Any relatives or family who wish to attend should contact Gemma Kelly at the town hall, 810100.