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Just looking for any update responses to my post here four years ago. Since then, I've pieced together that Vernon Flook was probably the son of John Flook and Mary Ann Cockle, born October 30, 1870.
Looks like he and Mary Jane Rowell may have had a son, Herbert Vernon Flook, born in 1909, and who died in Yorkton, SK Canada on December 6, 1999.
Here's a WW2 citation for the son:
FLOOK, Corporal Herbert Vernon (R89018) - British Empire Medal - No.62 Base - Award effective 13 March 1945 as per London Gazette of that date and AFRO 721/45 dated 27 April 1945. AFRO identifies unit only as "Overseas"; precise unit stated in No.6 Group Monthly Summary of Activities (March 1945), p.68. Born in Esterhazy, Saskatchewan, 1909; mechanic; enlisted in Sudbury, 27 June 1940. Incident occurred 11 September 1944. Died at Yorkton, Saskatchewan, 6 December 1999. Public Records Office Air 2/9029 and Air 2/9230 have recommended citation which (specific date aside) does not differ from the published citation.
One night in September 1944, Corporal Flook, an aero engine mechanic, was on duty in a hangar when a Halifax aircraft crashed into some nearby workshops. The aircraft immediately burst into flames and the heat became intense. Corporal Flook, together with other airmen, ran to the scene of the crash. By now the ammunition in the aircraft was exploding and M.T. vehicles in the vicinity were catching fire. As Corporal Flook approached the burning aircraft a member of the crew came stumbling from the wreckage. His upper clothing was on fire. Corporal Flook tore off the airman's burning clothes, wrapped his own tunic around him and passed him to some other helpers. Them seeing another member of the crew struggling amongst the wreckage, he ran to his assistance. After some difficulty Corporal Flook extricated the airman, tore off his burning garments, and led him away to safety, just before the petrol tanks exploded. In the face of great danger Corporal Flook displayed outstanding courage and set an inspiring example to all.
Cheers,
Neil
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