JOHN CHARLES FREDERICK ADIE

FRESHWATER EAST

John Adie passed away peacefully at Withybush Hospital on Friday, January 19, aged 86, after a short illness.

The eldest of two boys, John was born to Fred and Doris Adie in Cherry Hinton, Cambridge in May 1931. A few years after the arrival of his younger brother Geoffrey, the family moved to Wilmslow, Cheshire, and John attended King’s School in Macclesfield, where he obtained his school certificate. He had many fond memories, including the start of his cricketing days, where he captained the school’s cricket XI. Sport featured highly in his time there, where he also played rugby on the wing and did very well at cross country running.

From the age of 18, he served two years of National Service in the Army stationed in Hamburg and, discovering his sporting ability, was asked to play cricket all over Germany which he enjoyed immensely often regaling tales of this to people he met. Before he left the army, he reached the rank of Lieutenant.

John was a keen member of the Scouts in his teenage years and met his soulmate Gillian through the Scouts and Guides movement. They were sweethearts from the age of 16 on Valentine’s Day and five years later became engaged on the same memorable day. They loved visiting the cinema, cycling holidays (including a mammoth journey from Cheshire to the Isle of Wight) and shared a great love of dancing. John and Gillian were married on July 16, 1955, and made their first home in Prestbury, Cheshire, where John became a Scout Leader. In 1957, they welcomed daughter Susan, followed by son Keith in 1960.

John had begun a career in sales and they moved to Llanddulas near Colwyn Bay in North Wales, where John became a sales representative with Nestle, jointly winning top sales for the area on one occasion and becoming chairman of the Commercial Travellers’ Association for a year. This was a very happy time with more dances in their social life and, with John taking up cricket again, a chance for the whole family to enjoy Saturday picnics at the matches.

In 1968, the family moved to Bingham in Nottinghamshire and Willoughby-on-the-Wolds, each for three years, while John worked as office manager for Nestle in West Bridgford, near Nottingham. A move back to Knutsford for six years followed, where cricket continued, before the big move to Pembrokeshire in 1980. John took up the position of office manager for Bookers Wholesalers for five years, became involved in many different organisations and associations in the area, also helping farmers with their accounts. He earned a reputation for organising things well and people often turned to him for help with their events. Attention to detail became his trademark.

He was an active member of Pembroke Farmers Club and club leader for South Pembrokeshire Young Farmers Club for around eight years, leading the club to a win for the whole of the UK in the Variety Show competition. He was never shy at being dressed up in pieces of newspaper or painted green for the Incredible Hulk as part of one of the competitions. John helped with the organisation of ploughing matches for South Pembs. Ploughing Association for 20 years and with the Pembroke Show. In 2001, he was awarded a shield for his services to agriculture, by Pembroke Farmers Club for all the valuable work he had done.

Always community spirited, he was a treasurer of the Freshwater East Community Association. He belonged to Manorbier Gardening Club, although in his words ‘he only cut the grass’ and enjoyed many lunches with friends at Lamphey Luncheon Club. He also helped with projects for the Graham Sutherland Gallery, including a journey with a Preseli stone to Stonehenge.

John took a great interest in Gillian’s art and they were members of Tenby Arts Club, Pembroke Arts Club and Tenby Museum and also enjoyed trips to Fishguard to take part in exhibitions there. John had a strong partnership with Gillian, helping to catalogue her paintings, taking notes or photographs and enjoying painting trips and holidays together.

Throughout his social life in Pembrokeshire, he and Gillian continued their love of dancing, often being invited to functions to start the dancing off or going on dancing holidays around the country. John especially liked the quickstep or a slow foxtrot.

John is remembered as a true gentleman, a loving family man with a beaming smile and mischievous sense of humour, always ready to help and to talk to people he met.

The funeral took place on Thursday, February 15, at Lamphey Parish Church, conducted by Rev. Peter Jones, followed by burial at St. Michael’s Cemetery.

John will be greatly missed by his beloved wife Gillian, daughter Susan (and Bob), son Keith and daughter-in-law Alison, brother Geoffrey, grandsons James and Marcus, niece and nephews Rachel, David and Roger and families, wider family and many friends.

There were beautiful flowers at the funeral from family and friends.

The funeral was conducted by John Roberts and Son, 51 Bush Street, Pembroke Dock.

Mr. J. W. Hicks

Hundleton

The funeral took place recently of Mr. Jonathan Wyn Hicks (Jon), of The Wells, Bentlass, Hundleton.

Aged 46, he passed away on February 22 at Withybush Hospital.

A native of Cardiff, he worked at Greens Motors, ran the Bush Inn, Robeston Wathen, and worked at Sinclair Garages for 21 years, where he was held in high regard.

His main interests were VW, camping and caravanning, visiting new places, holidays abroad, family and friends, good food, garden tools, including his strimmer, leaf blower and chainsaw!, DIY and watching WRC rally on TV.

Family left to mourn: Jane Hicks (wife), Joshua Hicks, Megan Hicks (son and daughter), Jessica Watkins, Emily Watkins (step-daughters), Coco (family dog), Barbara and Bryan Hicks (parents), Sue and Jim Moss (parents-in-law), Carolyn and Simon Poulter (sister and brother-in-law), James and Thomas (nephews), Jamie and Lisa Moss (brother-in-law and sister-in-law), James and Emma (nephew and niece), Jonathan Moss and Francis Cummings (brother-in-law and partner) and Jack Moss (nephew).

Bearers were Jon Wright, Martin Wilcox, Rikki Schroeder, Lee Huckly, Shaun Kettle, Richard Rees, Richard Jones, Josh Hicks, Anthony Lewis, Jamie Callen.

The funeral took place on Friday, March 16, when a private family service was held at St. Jeffrey and St. Oswald Church, Jeffreyston, followed by cremation at Parc Gwyn, Narberth. Father Paul Davies officiated.

Donations for The British Heart Foundation and The Stroke Association may be sent c/o E. C. Thomas and Son, funeral directors, Zoar Chapel Funeral Home, Llanteg, who carried out the funeral arrangements.

Mrs. M. M. Ebsworth

Narberth

The funeral took place recently of Mrs. Margaret Maureen Ebsworth, of Highfield Park, Narberth.

Aged 90, she passed away on February 15 at Withybush Hospital, Haverfordwest.

A native of Marros, Pendine, she worked on the family farm at Marros, before attending Swansea College where she completed her teacher training course. She was a PE teacher at Pembroke Grammar School (1952-61), worked at Kilgetty Arms (55-67), and at Pentlepoir School (1968-87) before retiring. Maureen guided many of her pupils towards adulthood and gave them every encouragement and opportunity to make the best of ones ability.

Main interests were all sports, including hockey; she captained Whitland, Grammar and Carmarthenshire Schools, also played for Glamorgan and Pembrokeshire, netball, football, tennis etc., needlework, reading, local history ( member of Llanteg History Society) travel ( New Zealand, Australia, via Canada and Europe) and family. She had a keen interest in developing general knowledge.

She was predeceased by her husband Ronald Ebsworth (1967).

Family left to mourn: daughter - Trudy, son - Wayne, son-in-law John, daughter-in-law Ann, grandchildren - Nia, Llyr, Wyn and Aron.

Bearers were grandchildren - Nia, Llyr, Wyn and Aron, son-in-law John, nephew Andrew.

Funeral service was held at Margaret’s church Eglwys Gymyn, followed by interment at St. Lawrence Church, Marros, on March 2. Due to the difficult weather conditions, the family acknowledge that not everyone could attend the funeral services. Rev Huw George officiated.

Donations for First Responder, Narberth, c/o E. C. Thomas and Son, funeral directors, Zoar Chapel Funeral Home, Llanteg, who carried out the funeral arrangements.

Mr. I. J. Thornton

Pembroke Dock

The funeral took place recently of Mr. Ian John Thornton, of Devonshire Road, Pembroke Dock.

Aged 75 years, he passed away on February 18 at Withybush Hospital, Haverfordwest.

A native of Halifax, Yorkshire, Ian joined the Scots Guards in 1961 then rebadged to the life guards, completing 26 years. He worked in range safety in Kirkcudbright, Scotland, for nine years. On his return, he worked for Jenkins and Davies in Pembroke Dock until his retirement.

His main interests were history, travel, sport, fishing and his family.

Family left to mourn: Sylvia Thornton (wife), Sara, Simone and Sharon (daughters), Margaret and Pauline (sisters and sons-in-law) Peter and David, their families in Yorkshire. Sandro, Sherrydan, Stefffano, Shawnee, Silvio Mungo. Chelsie, Paige and Kye Williams. Ella and Alfie Thornton and Safraz Hussain.

Bearers were Silvo Mungo, Seffano Mungo, Peter Williams, Kye Williams, Pat Jones and Les Wilson.

Funeral service was held on March 15 at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth. Rev. Hugh Michael officiated.

Donations for ICU Withybush Hospital, Haverfordwest, c/o E. C. Thomas and Son, funeral directors, Zoar Chapel Funeral Home, Llanteg.

NOTICES

Mr. Gwilym Vincent George Rees

Narberth

Peacefully on Wednesday, March 21, at Withybush Hospital, Haverfordwest, Vincent, of Kiln Park Farm, Narberth.

Dear brother of the late Bryant, Avola Farm, Red Roses, cherished uncle of Justin and Anne. He will be sadly missed by family and friends.

The Funeral will take place on Easter Saturday, March 31, Public Service at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth, at 12.15 pm. Immediate family flowers only. Enquiries to Ken Davies & Sons, Funeral Directors, Clunderwen. Tel: 01437 563319.

Mrs. Lovis Sheila Tudor Roberts

Saundersfoot

The death occurred peacefully at Withybush Hospital on Tuesday, March 13, of Mrs. Lovis Sheila Tudor Roberts, aged 88, from Saundersfoot.

Predeceased by her husband Ron, she will be sadly missed by their children, Mark and Lisa, and their families.

The funeral service takes place on Saturday, April 7 at St. Issell’s Church, Saundersfoot, at 11.30 am and will be followed by interment.

There will be family flowers only with donations, if desired, made payable to Designability (http://designability.org.uk/ who create products for disabled people), c/o Funeral Directors Messrs W. & M. J. Rossiter & Sons Ltd, The Old Rectory, The Norton, Tenby, SA70 8AB.

Mrs. Maureen ‘Mo’ Dixon

Kilgetty

(formerly of Taormina Guest House, Tenby)

The death occurred peacefully at Park House Court Nursing Home, Tenby, on Thursday, March 22, of Mrs. ‘Mo’ Dixon, she was aged 74.

Predeceased by husband Kenneth in October 2017, Mo leaves children Micky, Debbie, Donna, Mandy and their families.

The funeral service takes place on Thursday, April 12 at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth, at 11.30 am.

There will be family flowers only with donations if desired made payable to Bunny’s Ward, Park House Court Nursing Home, c/o Funeral Directors Messrs W. & M. J. Rossiter & Sons Ltd The Old Rectory, The Norton, Tenby, SA70 8AB, or Landsker House, 21 Station Road, Narberth, SA67 7DR, to whom all enquiries can be made.

Mrs. I. F. Burnley

Formerly of New Hedges

Rene who was 99 years old died peacefully at Belvedere Care Home, Tenby.

Predeceased by husband Derek, she leaves to mourn children Stuart and wife Aline, Helena and John, Meg and husband Tony; nine grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren and three great great grandchildren, all of whom brought her great joy.

The funeral service takes place on Monday, April 9 at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth, at 1 pm.

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

Mr. Malcolm Lewis

PENALLY

(Retired Headmaster of

St. Florence School)

The death occurred peacefully at his home on Saturday, March 24, of Mr. Malcolm Lewis, he was aged 83.

Malcolm leaves to mourn his wife Anthea, son Stephen, grand daughter and husband Rhiannon and Josh; brother and sisters and their families.

The funeral service takes place on Thursday, April 5 at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth, at 3.15 pm (no black clothing, but black ties welcome)

There will be family flowers only with donations if desired made payable to either British Heart Foundation or Dementia UK, c/o Funeral Directors Messrs W. & M. J. Rossiter & Sons Ltd, The Old Rectory, The Norton, Tenby, SA70 8AB, or Landsker House, 21 Station Road, Narberth, SA67 7DR, to whom all enquiries can be made.

Mrs. Marie Theresa Atherton

Narberth

Aged 90, passed away at The Ridgeway Nursing Home, on Sunday, March 25.

The funeral will be held at The Catholic Church of the Immaculate Conception, Narberth, with a Celebration of a Requiem Mass at 10 am on Friday, April 6, followed by interment in St. Andrews Church Cemetery, Narberth.

There will be family flowers only but donations to the Paul Sartori Foundation will be gratefully received by the Funeral Directors, Messrs W. & M. J. Rossiter & Sons Ltd, Landsker House, 21 Station Road, Narberth, SA67 7DR.

Mary Isobel ‘Molly’ Jones

MANORBIER

December 3 1920 -

March 25 2018

Molly Jones passed away peacefully at Belmont Nursing Home, Tenby. She was the beloved wife of John Jones and the sister of Lorna, Wallace, Vernon and Harry Cater.

Following service at Pencoed Munitions Factory during World War 2, Molly later married John and moved to Carmarthen. During this time she spent many years working at Carmarthen College (now Trinity St David).

Following retirement Molly and John moved to Manorbier to be near their family Lorna and Wallace, where Molly enjoyed being part of village life.

She will be dearly missed by her extended family, who will remember her lovely nature and ever enduring smile.

The family would like to thank all the staff at Belmont Nursing Home who cared for Molly in recent years.

Her funeral will be held at Penuel Chapel, Manorbier, on Friday, April 6 at 12.30 pm, followed by a cremation at Parc Gwyn Crematorium at 1.45 pm. Family flowers only please. Donations can be made to Penuel Chapel in lieu of flowers.

Mrs. E. H. Hilder

Narberth

The death occurred peacefully at Blaenmarlais on Sunday, March 18, of Mrs. Eve Hilder, following a short illness. She was 92.

She was predeceased by her husband Bob and sister, Olive and will be sadly missed by her niece and nephews; Stephen, Malcolm, Roger, Chris, Dave and Nick and their families as well as her many friends and acquaintances. Having been active in the local community during her 35 years in Narberth, she was very well known and popular with those who met her.

The funeral will take place on Tuesday, April 17 with a service at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, at 2.30 pm. Family flowers only please but if desired, donations in lieu in memory of Eve for The Paul Sartori Foundation may be sent to John Roberts & Son, Funeral Directors, 51 Bush Street, Pembroke Dock, SA72 6AN. Tel. 01646 683115, who are carrying out the arrangements.

MRS. D. G. THAIN

KILGETTY

The death occurred at Brooklands Nursing and Residential Home, Saundersfoot on Monday, March 19, of Mrs. Dorothy Gwendoline Thain, known as Dotsy, aged 94 years, of Ash Park, Kilgetty.

Dearly loved wife of Jock. Dotsy will be sadly missed.

The funeral service will take place on Wednesday, April 4 at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth, at 12.15 pm.

There will be family flowers only with donations, if so desired, for Wales Air Ambulance, 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. R. J. STEPHEN

Formerly of

Pembroke Dock

The death occurred peacefully at Apley Lodge Care Home, Pembroke Dock, on Monday, March 19, of Mr. Richard John Stephens, aged 102 years, formerly of Cross Park, Pembroke Dock.

Dearly loved husband of the late Gwen and leaves a grown up family.

The funeral service will take place on Tuesday, April 3, at Pennar Community Church, Pembroke Dock, at 2 pm, followed by interment at Llanion Cemetery.

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

MR. M. J. GILLARD

PEMBROKE

The death occurred peacefully at home on Friday, March 23, of Mr. Michael John Gillard, aged 77 years, of Whitehall Avenue, Pembroke.

Dearly loved husband of Doris. Much loved Father of Richard, Claire and son–in-law Paul. Loving grandad of Liam, Matthew, Michael and Jacob.

The funeral service will take place on Thursday, April 5, at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth, at 10.45 am. It is the families request that colourful clothing be worn.

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

MR L. J. MORRIS

KILGETTY

(Formerly of

Newton Green)

The death occurred peacefully at Woodland Lodge, Gumfreston, on Tuesday, March 20, of Mr. Leonard Joseph Morris, affectionately known as ‘Len’, aged 85 years, of Kilgetty, formerly of Newton Green.

Beloved husband of Maureen. Loving dad to Stephen, Andrew and families.

The funeral service will take place on Thursday, April 5, at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth, at 1.45 pm.

There will be no flowers, with donations, if so desired, for Wales Air Ambulance, 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. Marjorie Patricia Clarke

SAUNDERSFOOT

The death occurred at Morriston Hospital, Swansea, on Wednesday, March 21, of Mrs. Marjorie Patricia Clarke, she was aged 76, and of Sandyhill Park, Saundersfoot.

Marjorie is survived by her daughter and son-in-law Eileen and Tim, son and daughter-in-law Ian and Jemma, grandchildren Ritchie, Matthew, Ben, Kyan and Halle, sister Betty and cousins, nephews and nieces too numerous to mention.

Funeral to be arranged. There will be flowers or donations if desired, which can be made payable to either ‘Myeloma UK’ or ‘C.R.Y’, 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.