Leading Aircraftman Thomas Holroyd

Thomas Holroyd was the foster son of Alfred E. and Zoe Colley of Liverpool. He was a Flight Mechanic with No.615 (County of Surrey) Squadron. 

Thomas was killed at one of Kenley’s dispersals, by shrapnel, during the air raids on 18th August, 1940 – “The Hardest Day” of the Battle of Britain. He was 21 years old when he died and was laid to rest in Airmen’s Corner, St. Luke’s, Whyteleafe. Row F, 32C.

Rest in peace Sir and thank you for your service.