Ernest Raymond Davey

Ernest Raymond Davey (November 25, 1921 - October 2, 1944) was a Canadian airman who is believed to have authored the poem, "Extinction (The Airman's Prayer)."

Life
Davey grew up in London Ontario. In 1943, as a member of the Royal Canadian Air Force, he was posted to the Royal Air Force Banff Strike Wing (Scotland). He died in October 1944 as a result of a mid-air collision. A copy of "Extinction (The Airman's Prayer)" was afterwards found in his personal effects.

Recognition
A memorial stone, including the text of "Extinction," was placed in Førdefjord, Norway, in June 2008 to commemorate the losses of February 9, 1945.