Son of Thomas Buttle (1862-1940) and Sarah Elizabeth Huck (1871-1952), of 65, Manor House, Chapmangate, Pocklington, Yorkshire. He had three brothers and four sisters.
A Professional soldier when war began. He enlisted in Pocklington. Served in the 8th East Yorkshire Regiment, “E” Company. Posted to France, on 15/01/1915. Killed in action, on 18/06/1916, aged 28.
Buried in Belgium. His grave inscription reads, “LOVING MEMORIES CLING AROUND THE GRAVE OF ONE WE LOVED BUT COULD NOT SAVE”
His brother, Private, James William Buttle, served as, 116753, Duke of Wellington’s (West Riding) Regiment and survived the war.
First name:
Robert Wellage
Regiment:
Military Number:
8438
Date Died
18/06/1916
Place died:
ELZENWALLE BRASSERIE CEMETERY, BELGIUM
Age:
28
65, Manor House, Chapmangate, Pocklington, Yorkshire
Place Buried
