Major F. Thomas

Jameston

The funeral took place recently of Major Frederick Thomas (Fred), of Jameston. He passed away peacefully at Park House Court, Tenby, on Wednesday, January 17. He was aged 95.

Fred was one of four siblings and was raised in Old Colwyn. He left school at the aged of 14 and, at 19, while employed in a munitions factory, he was called up to serve in the Royal Welch Fusiliers. He quickly decided that the army was the life for him and served proudly and loyally for the next 33 years. He married his beloved wife Winnie, in May 1944, a love that, throughout his life, would not diminish. Together they travelled the world with the Royal Welch, serving as far afield as Jamaica, British Guiana, West Africa and Bahrain, plus many more postings in Germany and at home. Fred was well-respected by those who served under him and was known to be fair but firm, always treating ‘his boys’ with the respect due to them. During these years, he and Winnie raised a family, a son Tony and a daughter Sandra.

Fred retired from the army in 1974 and took on a variety of occupations before settling, at the age of 75, in Jameston. He soon became a keen member of the local community association and gave his full support to the campaign to refurbish the village hall, raising money by playing the organ at many events. Fred was an accomplished musician and always gave his time and talent freely. He will be sorely missed.

Fred leaves behind his beloved wife of 73 years, Winnie, and will be greatly missed by his children, Tony and Sandra, his grandchildren Debi, David, Fiona and Lauren, and great grandchildren Natasha, Oscar and George.

Donations in lieu of flowers for Fred may be made payable to Jameston Community Association and sent c/o John Roberts and Son, funeral directors, 51 Bush Street, Pembroke Dock.

MR. G. W. HANCOCK

BETHESDA

The funeral took place at Bethesda Congregational Chapel, Llawhaden, of Mr. Glanville William Hancock, Penllwyn Farm, Bethesda, Narberth, whose death occurred peacefully at Withybush Hospital on Saturday, January 13, at the age of 76.

Glanville was born at Tregaret, Clynderwen. He was the eldest son of the late William and May Hancock. The family moved to live at Millin Farm, the Rhos, but returned to Bethesda in 1943 to farm at Penllwyn. He attended Brynconin School, Llandissilio, and the secondary modern school in Haverfordwest. He enjoyed maths and woodwork at school, and was successful in the Urdd Eisteddfod at Bala in 1954, where he won a competition for making a footstool. After leaving school, he decided to work on the farm with his parents. His main interest was farming and keeping farm records. He joined Llawhaden YFC and was the chairman of the club in 1964-5. He took part in many competitions, and was successful in folk dancing and stock judging. His gift in stock judging came in useful when buying cows for the farm. He also had success in the local shows, entering competitions with fatstock, cattle, sheep and crops.

He milked mostly friesian cows for 60 years before he retired due to ill health in 2016. He very much enjoyed going to the mart regularly, buying and selling cows, and meeting his friends there as well as in farm sales, demonstrations and the county show.

Glanville and his brother, Melville, shared a passion in Massey Ferguson tractors. Their fleet of tractors was featured as a double page spread in the Classic Tractors magazine. Glanville enjoyed working on the land, ploughing and preparing the ground for seeding and in the summer and autumn, harvesting the crops. He was always appreciative of friends who came to help and took an interest on the farm. Glanville will be sadly missed by his family and many friends.

Family left to mourn are Mauville Hancock (sister), Melville Hancock (brother), Bronville Mason (sister) and Ellen Mason (niece).

The bearers were Brian Twose, Dyfrig Thomas, Wyn Harries, Gareth Griffiths, Irfon Davies and Richard Morgan.

A service was held at the house for the aforementioned followed by a public service at the chapel, both taken by Rev. Chris Rees and Rev. Hywel Brown. The organist was Mr. John S. Davies.

Flowers for the house were given by Mr. and Mrs. Mike Edwards, Mr. and Mrs. Gareth Griffiths and Miss Lucy Evans. Flowers for the chapel were given by Ellen Mason and Sean Ferguson.

Interment took place at the chapel’s cemetery.

There were family flowers only, but donations can be made to Bethesda Chapel, Llawhaden, courtesy of Ken and Lynys Davies and Sons, funeral directors, Blaenwern, Clynderwen, who also carried out the funeral arrangements.

Mr. T. B. Mathias

Jeffreyston

The funeral took place recently of Mr. Thomas Brinley Mathias, of Jeffreyston.

Aged 93, he passed away on January 3 at home.

A native of Martletwy, he farmed at Moor Farm, Cresselly, until retirement.

His main interests were Cresselly Cricket Club committee, Martletwy Show committee, South Pembs. Hunt supporters committee, South Pembs. Hunt Point to Point committee, faithful member of Bethel Loveston Baptist Chapel.

Predeceased by his wife Peggy, he leaves to mourn sons and daughters-in-law Haydn and Julia, Richard and Janet, daughter and son-in-law Anne and Freeman, grandson Matthew, granddaughters Sally, Sarah, Alyson, Katy, Lucy, great-grandsons Tom, Ryan, Billy, Declan, George and Ruben, great-granddaughters Keira, Annie, Bethan, Leah, Tilly and Edie.

The funeral service took place at Bethel Baptist Chapel, Loveston, on January 12, followed by interment at the chapel cemetery. Rev. Alwyn Evans and Father Paul Davies officiated.

Bearers were Tom and Billy Kinnear, Ryan and Declan Cole, great-grandsons.

Donations may be made if so desired for Paul Sartori Foundation, c/o E. C. Thomas and Son, funeral directors, Zoar Chapel Funeral Home, Llanteg, who carried out the funeral arrangements.

Mrs. E. M. Pugh

Pembroke

Mrs. Elaine Margaret Pugh, of Wrench Close, The Grove, Pembroke, aged 82, passed away on December 24 at Glangwili Hospital, Carmarthen.

A native of Beaufort, near Ebbw Vale, having undertaken a number of secretarial roles, Elaine’s last position was as company secretary at Grainger Tubolt Ltd in Pembroke Dock where she enjoyed many happy years until retirement in 2000. She was a former Mayoress of Pembroke in 2000.

She was an active member of Pembroke and Pembroke Dock Lions Club and Friends of South Pembrokeshire Hospital. Elaine also enjoyed taking her loyal companion Muffin for a walk on a daily basis until her illness prevented her.

She was predeceased by her husband Bill Pugh to whom she was married for 53 years.

Family left to mourn: Karen and Neil (daughter and son-in-law), Gemma and Carly (granddaughters).

The funeral service took place at Monkton Priory Church, followed by cremation at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth, on Monday, January 8. Rev. Peter Owen Jones officiated.

Bearers were Jonathan Pugh (nephew), Austin Davies (friend), Max Hayward and Dan Eade.

Donations if so desired for Derwen Ward, Glangwili Hospital, Carmarthen, c/o E. C. Thomas and Son, funeral directors, Zoar Chapel Funeral Home, Llanteg, and 21 Main Street, Pembroke, who carried out the funeral arrangements.

Mr. Paul Edward Manning

CAREW

The death occurred on Thursday, February 8 at Withybush Hospital, Haverfordwest, of Mr. Paul Manning, he was aged 60 and lived in Carew, Pembrokeshire, and was formerly of Manchester.

Treasured husband of Barbara, devoted father of David, Stuart and Lynsey, grandfather of Freya, beloved son of Jean and Albert (deceased), step son of George, much loved brother of Mike, Deb and Pam and uncle of Alex and Lauren.

The funeral service takes place on Monday, February 26 at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth, Pembrokeshire, at 11.30 am.

There will be family flowers only, donations if desired, can be made payable to ‘Pancreatic Cancer Action’, c/o Funeral Directors, W. & M. J. Rossiter & Sons Ltd, The Old Rectory, The Norton, Tenby, SA70 8AB, or Landsker House, 21 Station Road, Narberth, SA67 7DR.

MRS. M. DENNIS

STEPASIDE

The death occurred peacefully at Withybush Hospital on Saturday, January 27, of Mrs. Molly Dennis, aged 86 years, of Stepaside.

Devoted wife of Peter Brian. Dearly loved mum and grandmother.

The funeral service will take place on Monday, February 19 at Saundersfoot Methodist Church, Saundersfoot, at

2 pm, followed by cremation at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth, at 3.15 pm. There will be family flowers only with donations if so desired for Mèdecins San Frontières, c/o E.C. Thomas & Son, Funeral Directors, Zoar Chapel Funeral Home, Llanteg, Narberth, SA67 8QH, (01834 831876) and 21 Main Street, Pembroke, SA71 4JS, (01646 682680), who are conducting the funeral arrangements.

MR. J. M. DAVIES

REYNALTON

The death occurred at Morriston Hospital on Saturday, February 3, of Mr. John Mills Davies, aged 63 years, of Reynalton.

Devoted husband of Sue. Dearly loved father of Luke and Sam and father-in-law of Rebecca. A loving son, much loved brother and uncle.

The funeral service will take place on Wednesday, February 28 at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth, at 2.30 pm. The family request that colourful clothing be worn.

There will be family flowers only with donations, if so desired for, Multiple Sclerosis Society UK (Pembrokeshire Group), c/o E.C. Thomas & Son, Funeral Directors, Zoar Chapel Funeral Home, Llanteg, Narberth, SA67 8QH, (01834 831876) and 21 Main Street, Pembroke SA71 4JS, (01646 682680), who are conducting the funeral arrangements.

MRS. E. W. OLIVER

KENILWORTH

Formerly of Stepaside

The death occurred peacefully at Kenilworth Manor, on Sunday, January 21, of Mrs. Eileen Winifred Oliver, aged 92 years, formerly of Blindwells, Stepaside.

Beloved wife of the late Bill Oliver, loving mum of David, Jane and mother-in-law of Nicola.

A memorial service will take place on Tuesday, February 27 at Zoar Chapel Funeral Home, Llanteg, at 12 noon, followed by interment at Amroth Church Cemetery.

Funeral arrangements are being carried out by E.C. Thomas & Son, Funeral Directors, Zoar Chapel Funeral Home, Llanteg, Narberth, SA67 8QH, (01834 831876) and 21 Main Street, Pembroke, SA71 4JS (01646 682680).

MR. R. W. C. REES

LLAWHADEN

The death occurred peacefully at home on Monday, February 5, of Mr. Raymond William Charles Rees, affectionately known as Ray, aged 83 years, of Llawhaden.

Beloved husband of Dilys, dearly loved father to Stephen, Philip and David, respected father-in-law to Veronica, cherished grand-father to Rachel, Daniel, Jessica and Michael, adored brother of John and Hugh. Ray will be sadly missed by all who knew him.

The funeral service will take place on Saturday, February 17 at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth, at 1 pm.

There will be family flowers only with donations, if so desired, for Paul Sartori Foundation, c/o E.C Thomas & Son, Funeral Directors, Zoar Chapel Funeral Home, Llanteg, Narberth, SA67 8QH (01834 831876) and 21 Main Street, Pembroke SA71 4JS (01646 682680), who are conducting the funeral arrangements.

MR. M. F. NORTH

SUMMERHILL

The death occurred peacefully at home on Wednesday, February 7, of Mr. Morris Frederick North, aged 75 years, of Church View, Summerhill.

Beloved husband of Maureen, dearly loved father of Andrew and Steven, much loved father-in-law to Sally and Tor, treasured grampy and ‘GG’ to his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

The funeral service will take place on Friday, February 23 at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth, at 2.30 pm.

There will be family flowers only with donations, if so desired, for Mesothelioma UK and The Paul Sartori Foundation, c/o E.C Thomas & Son, Funeral Directors, Zoar Chapel Funeral Home, Llanteg, Narberth, SA67 8QH (01834 831876), and 21 Main Street, Pembroke, SA71 4JS (01646 682680), who are conducting the funeral arrangements.

MR. V. HURLOW

TENBY

Formerly of Pentlepoir

The death occurred peacefully at Woodland Lodge Care Home, Gumfreston, on Sunday, February 11, of Mr. Vincent Hurlow, affectionately known as ‘Vince’, formerly of Pentlepoir Post Office, aged 92 years.

Beloved husband of Doreen, dearly loved dad of Martin and Julie, Dene and Penny, cherished gramps to Louise, Carly and Jody, treasured grampy to Lewis, Zoe and Curtis, adored popy to Spencer and Ava, much loved brother and uncle.

The funeral service will take place on Thursday, March 1 at St. Mary’s Church, Tenby, at 1 pm, followed by Cremation at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth, at 2.30 pm.

There will be family flowers only with donations in lieu of flowers, if so desired, for Alzheimer’s UK, c/o E.C Thomas & Son, Funeral Directors, Zoar Chapel Funeral Home, Llanteg, Narberth, SA67 8QH (01834 831876), and 21 Main Street, Pembroke SA71 4JS (01646 682680), who are conducting the funeral arrangements.

Picton Thomas

JAMES

St. Florence

Formerly of Dinas Powys

Passed away at Withybush Hospital, Haverfordwest, on Monday, February 5, Picton, aged 96 years, of St. Florence, formerly of Dinas Powys.

Beloved husband of Ann and devoted father of David. Retired Senior Probation Officer and Community Service Organiser in Cardiff.

The funeral arrangements have yet to be finalised.

Family flowers only by request. Donations if desired payable to Wales Air Ambulance, c/o Funeral Directors Messrs W. & M. J. Rossiter & Sons Ltd, The Old Rectory, The Norton, Tenby, Pembrokeshire, SA70 8AB. Tel: 01834 843160, to whom all enquiries should be made.