Sydney was reported missing at the beginning of May 1918, but confirmation of his death near Amiens only came through via the Red Cross Inquiry department in early December.
Teesdale Mercury-11/12/1918: Local and other notes: Killed in action
Son of Oliver and Mary Sissons of 2 Vere Terrace. Husband of Madeline Sissons and related by marriage to Thomas Shepherd (see separate entry on the database).
Prior to the war Sydney had worked for the Barnard Castle Gas Company, which was managed by his father.
Teesdale Mercury-27/11/1918: Local and other notes: Missing since April