Mrs. B. Davies,

Llawhaden

The death occurred suddenly, but peacefully, on Tuesday April 12, at Withybush Hospital, of Beryl Davies, aged 81, of Dan y coed, Llawhaden, Narberth.

Born in Llysyfran to David and Alice Williams, Beryl was sister to Glyn, Maisie, Cyril and Marion, all of whom predeceased her.

She worked as a housekeeper firstly with Mr.s Marquiss in Narberth, then at the Fourcroft Hotel in Tenby and with Dr. Peter and Dr. Olwen in Narberth.

It was during this time that she met and later married Emrys from Trewynt Farm, Bethesda. They married in 1957 and moved straight to Dan y coed to farm, where they lived for 58 years.

It was a hard-working and happy time. Emrys and Beryl had two children, Sue and Linda. As well as being a full-time farmer’s wife, Beryl took a part-time job in Ridgeway Nursing Home, Llawhaden, for some time, where she enjoyed the friendship of the other staff and residents.

Beryl was a quiet, kind and loving person, who loved to have her family around her. And the arrival of her two grandchildren, Becky and Tom, was the highlight of her life, and she loved to spend time with them.

Beryl loved fun and had a true hearty laugh. She was a small lady with a big smile.

She was a much-loved wife, mother, mother-in-law, nanny, sister-in-law, aunt and cousin.

The family left to mourn are Emrys (husband), Sue (daughter), Linda and Brian (daughter and son-in-law) and Becky and Tom (grandchildren).

The funeral was held on Tuesday, April 19. A private family service was held at the Chapel of Rest in Clunderwen, where the bearers were Alan Williams, Robert Williams, Wayne Williams and Gareth Hicks (nephews).

This was followed by a service at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth, where a large gathering of family and friends attended. The service was conducted by Rev. Canon Geoffrey D. Gwyther, while the bearers were Huw Howells, Peter Hart, Mike Edwards and Byron Williams. The funeral leaflets were distributed by Dr. David Bryant and Paul Phillips.

There were family flowers only, with donations in lieu being collected for Wales Air Ambulance by Mr. Graham Searle, Berllan Fach, Llawhaden, Narberth.

The funeral arrangements were carried out by Mr. and Mrs. Ken Davies, of Clunderwen.

Mrs. E. Huxtable

(née McIntyre)

Penally

The death occurred peacefully on Sunday, May 1, at Glangwili Hospital, of Elizabeth Huxtable, affectionately known as Liz, aged 66.

Liz was a devoted wife and mother to Richard and Sarah and will be hugely missed by all of her family and friends.

There will be a private service for immediate family only, and at a later date, a gathering to celebrate Liz’s life, where all will be most welcome.

Liz requested no flowers, but donations to Ty Hafan Children’s Hospice, should you wish to do so.

Donations for Ty Hafan can be made via E. C. Thomas and Sons, Zoar Chapel Funeral Home, Llanteg, who are conducting the funeral arrangements.

Mr. W. J. Spurr

Pembroke Dock

As reported previously, the death occurred peacefully on Friday, April 8, at The Meadows Care Home, Johnston, of Mr. William John Spurr, aged 85 years, of Pembroke Dock.

A native of Pembroke Dock, John began work as a fireman with the GWR at Neyland Station. He did his National Service as a Royal Engineer and spent two years in Germany. He then, after his National Service, worked at the Marine Port Services as a leading hand, and stayed there for 25 years.

Among his main interests was football, having played for Pennar Robins. He was also an avid gardener and loved growing flowers.

John went abroad quite regularly and enjoyed visiting other countries. He was a great Country and Western fan and loved dancing.

He spent many hours at the REOC Pembroke Dock and won many snooker trophies.

He loved animals and Ruby and he entered many shows with their Bichon Frise prize dogs and large poodles. He kept rabbits and loved his birds, both wild and caged. John had two finches until he entered The Meadows Care Home in November 2011.

Husband of Ruby Doreen Spurr, family left to mourn are Albert and May Spurr (brother and sister-in-law), Rose Bastin (sister), Brian and Jean Spurr (brother and sister-in-law), Gillian and Billy Bradshaw (sister and brother-in-law), and many nieces and nephews.

The funeral took place at Pennar Community Church (Bethany), Pembroke Dock, followed by interment at Llanion Cemetery on Thursday, April 21.

Officiating was Rev. Elizabeth Squires, while bearers were Malcolm Bastin, Stewart Longhurst, Jimmy Spurr and Jonathan Rees.

There were family flowers only, but if desired, donations in lieu may be made to The Meadows Care Home, Johnston, c/o E. C. Thomas and Son, Zoar Chapel Funeral Home, Llanteg, Narberth, who carried out the funeral arrangements.

MRS. R. M. JONES

PEMBROKE DOCK

The death occurred peacefully at Withybush Hospital, on Sunday, May 1, of Mrs. Rona May Jones, affectionately known as Bonny, aged 76 years, of Charlton Place, Pembroke Dock.

Beloved wife of Tony, Bonnie will be sadly missed by her family and many friends.

The funeral service will take place on Thursday, May 12, at St. John’s Church, Pembroke Dock, at 2 pm, followed by interment at Llanion Cemetery. There will be flowers.

The funeral arrangements are being conducted by E. C. Thomas and Son, funeral directors, 31 Stockwell Road, Pembroke Dock, and Zoar Chapel Funeral Home, Llanteg.

MR. M. C. BURKE

COSHESTON

(formerly of Llanteg)

The death occurred suddenly at home on Tuesday, April 26, of Mr. Mark Christopher Burke, aged 60 years, of Cosheston, formerly of Craig-y-Borian Farm, Llanteg.

Mark will be sadly missed by his family and many friends.

He leaves to mourn Valerie (wife), Francis and Sophie (son and daughter-in-law), Robyn (granddaughter), Tessa and Brett Irwin (daughter and son-in-law) of Sydney, Australia.

The funeral service will take place on Monday, May 9, at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth, at 10 am.

There will be family flowers only, with donations, if so desired, for the Royal Agricultural Benevolent Institution, c/o E. C. Thomas and Son, funeral directors, Zoar Chapel Funeral Home, Llanteg, who are conducting the funeral arrangements.

MRS. N. E. PHILLIPS

PEMBROKE

The death occurred suddenly, but peacefully, at home on Friday, April 29, of Mrs. Nancy Eleanor Phillips, aged 90 years, (one day short of her 91st birthday), of Harcourt Terrace, Pembroke.

Beloved wife of the late Mervyn, dearly-loved mam of Mel and Neil.

The funeral service will take place on Friday, May 13, at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth, at 11.30.

There will be no flowers, with donations if so desired for Pembrokeshire Mencap Ltd., c/o E. C. Thomas and Son, funeral directors, Zoar Chapel Funeral Home, Llanteg, who are conducting the funeral arrangements.

Mr. H. Guy

Kilgetty

As reported previously, the death occurred at home on Tuesday, April 26, of Mr. Haydn Guy, aged 93, of Hill Lane, Kilgetty.

Beloved husband of the late Freda, dearly-loved dad to Annette and Lyn, treasured grandad and great-grandad.

The funeral service has been arranged to take place on Monday, May 9, at The Salvation Army Hall, Tenby, at 1 pm, followed by interment at Ebenezer Baptist Chapel, Cold Inn.

There will be family flowers only, with donations, if so desired, for The Salvation Army, Tenby, and The Gideons Society, c/o E. C. Thomas and Son, funeral directors, Zoar Chapel Funeral Home, Llanteg, who are conducting the funeral arrangements.

Mr. J. Winship

Ludchurch

As reported previously, the death occurred peacefully on Sunday, April 24, of Mr. John Winship, aged 92 years, of Ludchurch.

Beloved husband of Mew, much-loved father and grandfather.

The funeral service has been arranged to take place on Friday, May 13, at St. Elidyrs Church, Ludchurch, at 2 pm, prior to interment in the church cemetery.

There will be family flowers only, with donations in lieu, if so desired, for Wales Air Ambulance, c/o E. C. Thomas and Son, funeral directors, Zoar Chapel Funeral Home, Llanteg, who are conducting the funeral arrangements.

MR. K. BRIGHT

PEMBROKE DOCK

The death occurred peacefully at Withybush Hospital, on Saturday, April 30, of Mr. Kenneth Bright, aged 84, of Stranraer Road, Pennar, Pembroke Dock.

Beloved husband of the late Maureen, dearly-loved dad, grandad and great-grandad, much-loved brother.

The funeral service will take place on Friday, May 13, at St. Patricks Church, Pennar, Pembroke Dock, at 10.30 am, followed by interment at Llanion Cemetery.

There will be family flowers only, with donations if so desired for Barnados, c/o E. C. Thomas and Son, funeral directors, Zoar Chapel Funeral Home, Llanteg, who are conducting the funeral arrangements.

Mrs. S. M. James

Narberth

It is with much sadness that we report the sudden death, at home on Monday, April 4, of Mrs. Shirley May James, aged 59, of Queen’s Court, Narberth.

Shirley was the beloved wife of Alec, loving sister of twin Louise, and of Linda, loved and admired aunt and sister-in-law, and so much more to so many people. Shirley grew up and was educated in Bristol, then trained as a teacher of PE at Chelsea College of PE, Eastbourne, later retraining in maths at Winchester. It was at her first teaching post in Andover that she met Alec, and some years later they moved to Pembrokeshire, where Shirley quickly gained a reputation as an inspirational teacher, and a talented tennis player and coach.

She first worked in The Rath in Milford Haven as a lifeguard, moving in the early eighties to begin a long and illustrious career at Netherwood School, Saundersfoot. She soon became a valued colleague, a trusted teacher and coach, and a good and loyal friend, pioneering the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme, and coaching teams that won matches against much larger schools regularly. She entered into all aspects of school life, even taking school camps, and ski-ing trips and was always ready to help other members of staff when needed. The staffroom was a livelier place when Shirley was there and lifelong friendships were forged there.

As her time at Netherwood drew to a close, Shirley also trained as a driving instructor with Suen Andrews, and with her typical skill and tenacity ensured that many local people, including past school pupils, passed their tests with flying colours.

When Netherwood closed, Shirley took up another teaching post at Castle School, and soon established the same reputation there, endearing herself to pupils and staff alike with her capacity for hard work and that crazy sense of humour. Indeed, although suffering a serious illness last year, which she fought with her customary courage and fortitude, she was delighted to get back to teaching in January and pupils and staff were so pleased to welcome her back.

Apart from family and teaching, tennis was Shirley’s passion and her list of achievements in this sport is awe-inspiring. She won the Pembrokeshire singles championship eight times, and captained her club the South Pembrokeshire and Carmarthenshire Tennis Club to the division one veterans’ championship over many years. She represented Wales on many occasions playing as part of the winning team at the senior four nations competition in 2007, and in recent years had been appointed a selector for the various senior Welsh ladies’ teams. She had twice won the ladies singles crown in the Welsh closed veterans’ event. Her talents also led her, as a member of the senior South Wales tennis committee, to organise many tournaments for the benefit of the women veterans, and she will be sorely missed by the tennis community throughout Wales.

The funeral service at Parc Gwyn, reflected the love and respect felt for Shirley throughout her adopted county of Pembrokeshire and beyond, and was attended by tennis players, pupils, and staff, past and present, and by her many friends. It was conducted by the Rev. Alwyn Daniels, with heartfelt tributes from Joe Daley, a pupil at Castle School, Nicole Evans, a past colleague and friend from Netherwood, and Liz Singer, a long-standing tennis friend.

Many memories were shared later over refreshments at Plas Hyfryd and Alec, Louise, Linda and family, left to mourn, must surely have taken comfort from the vast outpouring of love evident for Shirley, a lady who loved life and lived it to the full. Her ability to pass this on to young people, whether through maths, sport in general and tennis in particular, will ensure that she will never be forgotten.

There were family flowers only, but donations, if desired, should be made payable to either Cinnamon Trust or Cardiac Fund, Morriston Hospital, c/o Paul Jenkins and Sons, funeral directors, Feidr Castell, Fishguard, who conducted the funeral arrangements.

Mrs. H. J. Whittaker

Tenby

The death occurred at Glangwili Hospital, Carmarthen, on Friday, April 29, of Mrs. Hazel Joan Whittaker, of Tenby. She was aged 66.

Mrs. Whittaker is survived by her husband Richard, daughters Melissa and Georgina and brother Roger.

The funeral service takes place on Friday, May 20, 2.30 pm, at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth.

There will be family flowers only, donations if desired, can be made payable to Cancer Research, c/o funeral directors, W. and M. J. Rossiter and Sons Ltd., The Old Rectory, The Norton, Tenby, or Landsker House, 21 Station Road, Narberth.MRS. M. F. RATCLIFFELOGIN, WHITLANDAs reported previously, it was with great sadness, after a long illness, that the death occurred on Friday, April 22, of Mrs. Mary Frances Ratcliffe, of Login, Whitland.Beloved and devoted wife of James.The funeral service will take place today (Friday, May 6), at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth, at 2.30 pm. There will be family flowers only, with donations, if so desired, for Wales Air Ambulance, c/o E. C. Thomas and Son, funeral directors, Zoar Chapel Funeral Home, Llanteg, who are conducting the funeral arrangements, tel. (01834) 831876.MR. W. J. G. MEATONPEMBROKE DOCKThe death occurred at Pembroke Haven Residential Home, Pembroke Dock, on Friday, April 29, of Mr. Walter James Gregory Meaton, aged 91 years, of Chapel Road, Llanreath.Walter will be sadly missed.At the time of going to press, funeral arrangements had not yet been finalised, further enquiries should be directed to E. C. Thomas and Son, funeral directors, Zoar Chapel Funeral Home, Llanteg, or 31 Stockwell Road, Pembroke Dock, tel. (01834) 831876.