MR. D. J. STOLLIDAY
NEYLAND
MR. D. J. STOLLIDAY
NEYLAND
As reported previously, the death occurred peacefully at Withybush Hospital, Haverfordwest, on May 10, of Mr. Dennis John Stolliday, affectionately known as Den, of 62 Lawrenny Street, Neyland.
Aged 75, his working life included working on Neyland railway where he trained to become a fireman on locomotive duties until closure.
He then worked for E. R. Henderson and Son, Butchers, where he had fond memories, before being employed at Gulf Oil Refinery, followed by 21 years at Pembroke Power Station as a thermal insulation craftsman.
After taking early retirement due to redundancy in 1993, he spent six seasons at Oakwood Leisure Park as a first aider, where he really enjoyed getting involved with park activities.
Dennis had severeal interests and was passionate about the heritage and history of the community of Neyland.
He was a town councillor and school governor (vice-chairman) of Neyland School, committee member of Neyland Athletic Club, Neyland Rugby Club and carried out first aid duties for the team, Pembrokeshire County Rugby Club and member of Neyland Bowls Club. He also loved to follow Neyland Cricket Club during the season, as well as enjoying going on cruises and touring holidays.
Dennis was known as Den, Stol or Doc Holiday and with his grandchildren known as Taid or Den.
As well as his wife Gillian, family left to mourn are Diane and Steve Brick (daughter and son-in-law); Nigel and Helen Stolliday (son and daughter-in-law); Dorian and Nicola Stolliday (son and daughter-in-law); Jonathan and Molly Brick, Lewis and Tom Stolliday, Morgan, Connor and Emma Stolliday (grandchildren); Barbara and Derick Turley (sister and brother-in-law); Lez and Carol Davies, Gareth and Kath Jones, Hywel and Meinir Jones (brothers and sisters-in-law); together with nieces, nephews and partners, cousins and other relations too many to mention.
A large gathering of family, friends and neighbours attended the funeral service on Wednesday, May 25, at St. Clements Church, Neyland, which was followed by cremation at Parc Gwyn, Narberth.
Officiating was the Rev. Canon Alan Chadwick, assisted by curate Rev. John Hancock, while tributes were from Rev. Canon Alan Chadwick, Dr. Simon Hancock JP and former friend and colleague Alan Jones, retired engineer PPS.
Bearers were Steve Brick (son-in-law), Lez Davies (brother-in-law), Robert John (loyal friend), Jonathan Brick, Morgan Stolliday and Connor Stolliday (grandsons).
Donations in lieu of flowers, if so desired, may be made to the British Heart Foundation (local branch), c/o E. C. Thomas and Son, Funeral Director, Zoar Chapel, Funeral Home, Llanteg, Narberth.
Dicky Parry
Robeston Wathen
Dicky Parry, Dyrham Service Station, Robeston Wathen, passed away peacefully at ITU, Withybush Hospital on March 16, aged 62, surrounded by his loving family and friends.
Dicky had been suffering from Motor Neurone Disease (MND) and had faced his illness with great courage, along with his special brand of humour.
Dicky met and married Gill and immediately set up business at The Dyrham, following in the footsteps of his parents and grandparents. His business logos, ‘We need your custom’ and ‘Please fill-up here’ became a by-word throughout Pembrokeshire.
Dicky had a keen interest in all sports and in his younger years had been an enthusiastic player of cricket and rugby for Narberth. This interest continued through his sons and grandsons, who he was very proud of and was typified by his support for many sporting organisations in the county.
The very large and representative gathering at Parc Gwyn Crematorium on April 1 bore testament to the high regard in which he was held.
The funeral and celebration of his life was conducted by Rev. Graham Lloyd and Rev. Nigel Griffin. During the service, eulogies were delivered by Malcolm Lewis (cousin) reading Gill’s reflections, Dr. Geraint Rees (family friend), Charlie Parry (son), and Richard Jones (old school friend), with Amy Allen (god-daughter) reading poems.
Following the ceremony, the wake was held at Plas Hyfryd Hotel. Those that knew him would know how much he enjoyed a get-together with friends and socialising.
The bearers at home in Little Milford were Richard Jones (Stag), Steve Allen (Pops), Martin James (Minner), Rob Lewis (Basher), David Perkins (Perks) and Michael Douglas (Dougie). At the crematorium, bearers were Michael Jones and Jack Mason (godsons), Harry Allen, Joe Allen, Johnny Phillips, Lewis Woods and Ben Perkins (close family friends).
Principal mourners were Gill (wife), Tim and Kai, Charlie and Anna (sons and daughters-in-law), Pat and Aled Williams (sister and brother-in-law), Charles and Linda (brother and sister-in-law), Thelma Richards (mother-in-law), Gary and Lynne Richards, Anthony and Quita Richards (brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law), along with numerous other relatives and close friends.
There were family tributes only and donations in lieu in respect of ITU Withybush Hospital and MND Society have been and will continue to be gratefully received, by Stuart Treharne, c/o E. C. Thomas and Son, funeral directors, Zoar Chapel Funeral Home, Llanteg.
MR. G. EVANS
PEMBROKE DOCK
As reported last week, after a short illness, the death occurred peacefully at the family home in Arthur Street, Pembroke Dock, on Wednesday, June 22, of Mr. Gwyn Evans, aged 73 years.
Gwyn is survived by his wife Marina, son Simon and daughter Elizabeth.
The funeral service will take place on Tuesday, July 5, at Bethel Baptist Chapel, Pembroke Dock, at 2.30 pm, followed by interment at Llanion Cemetery.
Funeral arrangements are being conducted by E. C. Thomas and Son, funeral directors, Zoar Chapel Funeral Home, Llanteg, also at 31 Stockwell Road, Pembroke Dock, tel. (01834) 831876.
Mr. J. Porter
Pembroke
(formerly of Pennar)
The death occurred suddenly but peacefully at Withybush Hospital on Wednesday, June 22, of Mr. James ‘Jimmy’ Porter, of Lowless Close, Grove, Pembroke, and formerly of Pennar. He was 71.
The funeral will take place on Thursday, July 7, with a service at St. Patrick’s Church, Pennar, at 12.30 pm, followed by cremation at Parc Gwyn Crematorium at 1.45 pm.
Flowers will be welcome and may be brought to the church or sent to John Roberts and Son, funeral directors, 51 Bush Street, Pembroke Dock, tel. 01646 683115, who are carrying out the arrangements.
Mrs. E. M. James
(formerly of Cosheston)
The death occurred peacefully at Hollyland Lodge Residential Home, Pembroke, on Thursday, June 23, of Mrs. Elsie May James, formerly of Woodfield Grove, Cosheston. She was 98.
The funeral will take place tomorrow (Saturday, July 2) with a service at St. Michael’s Church, Cosheston, at 10 am, followed by cremation at Parc Gwyn Crematorium at 11.30 am.
Family flowers only, but if desired, donations in lieu for The Wales Air Ambulance may be sent to John Roberts and Son, funeral directors, 51 Bush Street, Pembroke Dock, tel. 01646 683115, who are carrying out the arrangements.
Mrs. M. Walchester
Lydstep
As reported previously, the death occurred peacefully on Saturday, June 18, at Withybush Hospital, of Mrs. May Walchester. May was aged 87 and lived at The Green, Lydstep.
May was predeceased by her husband Gordon, but is survived by her close friends Jan and Steve.
The funeral service takes place on Thursday, July 7, at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth, at 3.15 pm.
There will be family flowers only, with donations, if desired, made payable to either Muscular Dystrophy Campaign or Alzheimer’s Society, c/o funeral directors, Messrs. W. and M. J. Rossiter and Sons Ltd., The Old Rectory, The Norton, Tenby, or Landsker House, 21 Station Road, Narberth, to whom all inquiries should be made.
MISS M. A. OWEN MBE
TENBY
As reported previously, the death occurred peacefully at Park House Court Nursing Home, Tenby, on Wednesday, June 15, of Miss Mavis Annie Owen MBE. She was 90.
There will be a celebration of her life on Thursday, July 7, at St. Mary’s Church, Tenby, at 11 am, followed by cremation at Parc Gwyn, Narberth, at 12.15 pm.
There will be family flowers only, but donations, if desired, may be made payable to ‘Friends of the Community’, c/o the funeral directors, Messrs. W. and M. J. Rossiter and Sons Ltd., The Old Rectory, The Norton, Tenby.
Mr. G. Davies
Penally
The death occurred at Withybush Hospital on Tuesday, June 14, of Mr. Greg Davies. He was aged 53 and was of Holloway Court, Penally.
Greg leaves his children Matthew, James and Bethan and families.
Funeral service takes place on Monday, July 4, at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth at 2.30 pm.
There will be family flowers only with donations payable to Ty Hafan or Muscular Dystrophy Campaign, c/o funeral directors, Messrs. W. and M. J. Rossiter and Sons Ltd., The Old Rectory, The Norton, Tenby, tel. (01834) 843160, or Landsker House, 21 Station Road, Narberth, tel. (01834) 861300, to whom all inquiries should be made.
Mr. R. P. Pullen
Stepaside
The funeral recently took place of Mr. Ron Pullen, of Stepaside, who passed away on June 9, aged 92.
Originally from Byfleet in Surrey, Ron was the youngest of six children, but before entering his teens he witnessed the death of an elder sister and then that of his mother. His father had been awarded the DCM in the Battle of the Somme.
Ron left school before his 14th birthday to join Hawkers Aircraft factory, situated inside the old Brooklands Racing Track. He learnt how to fit guns on Hurricanes and even taxied planes off the runway during a major bombing raid in adjacent Vickers factories. Ron joined the RAF and spent most of his war service in the Middle East, with the Air Sea Rescue. After demob, he returned to Vickers to become a specialised expert in wing spars; a role which took him all over the world.
It was whilst training in the RAF, he met his future wife of 69 years, Joan. Ron and Joan eventually moved to a small village in North Wales, where he could become more involved with his love of country pursuits and outdoor jobs. Twenty years ago, they moved south to Pembrokeshire to be near their son, Tony and family.
Refusing to slow down in retirement, Ron continued his travels and with his nephew, camped, youth-hostelled, and even slept on buses during trips to Scotland, Ireland, Canada, Australia and New Zealand. They canoed the Mulgrave River in flood with crocodiles and white water-rafted down the Tully River: being in his late ’70s, Ron was the oldest man to have done so at that time!
Locally, Ron was heavily involved with the local branch of the Air Crew Association, taking on the role of welfare officer in order to fight the cause of remaining crew members, advising their families and liaising with local health trusts. In particular, he campaigned against apparent ageist attitudes in the NHS: a campaign which was extended throughout the ACA nationally, resulting in Ron being awarded a President’s Commendation for his ‘tireless work as branch welfare officer.’
Clay pigeon shooting remained to the end, Ron’s passion and joy: more latterly, in competition with Tony his son. One of his final wishes was to invite everyone to a clay-shoot and BBQ! This will be held at 5 pm on Sunday, August 14, at the quarry above Nash Farm, Minwear (novices welcome!).
Left to mourn are his wife, Joan, son Tony, daughter-in-law Jo, daughter Chris, son-in-law Peter, five grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren (soon to be eight), as well as nephews and nieces across the globe.
As a way of thanking all the staff for their care and support, the family wish for donations to purchase and present specialist rehabilitation equipment for The Acute Stroke Unit, Ward 11, Withybush Hospital, c/o E. C. Thomas and Son, funeral directors, Zoar Chapel Funeral Home, Llanteg.
Mr. P. B. Phillips
Kilgetty
As reported previously, the death occurred, peacefully at home after a short illness, on Wednesday, June 22, of Mr. Peter Bowen Phillips, aged 59 years, of Station Road, Kilgetty.
Much-loved husband of Vanessa, cherished dad of David and partner Charlotte, Bethan and partner Jonathan, devoted son of Eileen and the late Hugh Phillips. Loved and missed by all his family and friends.
The funeral service has been arranged to take place today (Friday, July 1) at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth, at 1 pm.
There will be immediate family flowers only, with donations in lieu, if so desired, for Cancer Research (Carew branch) and The Paul Sartori Foundation, c/o E. C. Thomas and Son, funeral directors, Zoar Chapel Funeral Home, Llanteg, who are conducting the funeral arrangements.
Mr. N. Gordon
Freshwater East
The death occurred in North Wales on June 18 of Mr. Nicholas Gordon. Nick was aged 68 and lived in Freshwater East.
Nick was predeceased by his wife Teresa, but is survived by their sons John, James and Matthew, and his brothers and sisters Jeremy, Lysbeth and Jennifer.
The funeral service takes place on Tuesday, July 5, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Monkton, at 10 am, and will be followed by a service at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth, at 11.30 am.
No flowers by request of the family, but please feel free to make a donation to a charity of your choice.
Please address all inquiries to funeral directors, Messrs. W. and M. J. Rossiter and Sons Ltd., The Old Rectory, The Norton, Tenby, tel. (01834) 843160, or Landsker House, 21 Station Road, Narberth, who have charge of the funeral arrangements.
MRS. F. J. DAVIES
NARBERTH
The death occurred peacefully at her daughter’s home on May 8 of Florence Joyce Davies, of Station Road, Narberth.
Joyce was born on July 12, 1921, spending her early years in the Lamphey/Pembroke area. She moved to Narberth during the war where she became a nurse and met her husband Terry, who predeceased her in 1989. They married in 1943 and settled in Narberth.
Joyce’s main interests were her family and her garden. She also enjoyed going to coffee mornings, trips to the countryside and fishing.
She was a dearly loved mum to Sandra and John (son-in-law), adored gran to Nikki, Julie, James and Sarah (granddaughter-in-law), cherished granny Joyce to her great-grandchildren Kayleigh, Lisha, Tasha, Ben, Freya and Rhys and great-great-granddaughter Indie, loved sister of Peggy.
The funeral was held at St. Andrew’s Church, Narberth, on May 20.
Officiating was Graham Lloyd, while bearers were Ben Evans (great-grandson), Michael Stratford and David Thomas (nephews) and Steven Evans (friend).
Unable to attend was Peggy (sister).
There were family flowers only, but donations, if so desired, may be made for Narberth Health Centre and the District Nurses, c/o E. C. Thomas and Son, Funeral Directors, Zoar Chapel, Funeral Home, Llanteg, Narberth.
MR. G. WILLINGTON
CRESSELLY
The deaths occurred tragically on Thursday, April 28, of Mr. Gareth Willington, aged 59 years, affectionately known as Spike, of Cresselly and his son, Mr. Daniel Willington, aged 32 years, of Carew.
Gareth and Daniel will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by their respective families and many friends.
A service to remember the lives of both Gareth and Daniel will be held at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth, on Monday, July 4, at 12.15 pm. Smart, casual dress by request.
No flowers. Donations if so desired for The Fishermens Mission, c/o E. C. Thomas and Son, funeral directors, Zoar Chapel Funeral Home, Llanteg, who are conducting the funeral arrangements, tel. (01834) 831876.
Mrs. Hannah Jane Jones
Pembroke
Hannah passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, aged 42 years.
Hannah was loved dearly and will be greatly missed by her family and friends.
The funeral will take place on Tuesday, July 5, with a service at St. James’ Church, Manorbier, at 12 noon, followed by interment in the churchyard.
Family flowers only please, but if desired, donations in lieu in memory of Hannah for Ward 10, Withybush Hospital, The Paul Sartori Foundation, The Macmillan Nurses and Ty-Hafan Hospice may be sent to John Roberts and Son, funeral directors, 51 Bush Street, Pembroke Dock, tel. 01646 683115, who are carrying out the arrangements.
Enid Caroline Evans
Tenby
Enid Caroline Evans, of Tenby, passed away peacefully, on June 17, at Park House Nursing Home, aged 95.
Predeceased by her husband Wyndham in 2006, she leaves behind her four sons Graham, Philip, Jonathan, Andrew and their respective families.
The funeral and celebration of her life will be at St. Johns Church, Tenby, at 12 noon today (Friday, July 1), before burial in Tenby cemetery.
Family flowers only, but if desired, donations may be made to St. Johns Church, c/o Messrs. W. and M. J. Rossiter and Sons, The Old Rectory, The Norton, Tenby.
Mr. R. G. Ellis
Tenby
The death occurred very peacefully at Tenby Cottage Ward, Park House Court, Tenby, on Saturday, June 25, of Mr. Robert Ellis. He was aged 66 and lived at Queensfield, Marsh Road, Tenby.
Robert leaves his partner Joan, her sons Matthew and Swedie, brother Donald and family, sister Ruth and family.
The funeral service takes place on Friday, July 15, at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth, at 1 pm.
There will be family flowers only, with donations, if desired, made payable to Tenby Cottage Ward, Park House Court, c/o funeral directors, Messrs. W. and M. J. Rossiter and Sons Ltd., The Old Rectory, The Norton, Tenby, tel. (01834) 843160, or Landsker House, 21 Station Road, Narberth, tel. (01834) 861300, to whom all inquiries should be made.
Mr. L. Evans
Penally
As reported previously, the death occurred peacefully at home on Monday, June 20, of Mr. Lloyd Evans, aged 77 years, of Penally Court Farm, Penally.
A loving husband, devoted dad, proud grampa and a much-loved brother.
The funeral has been arranged to take place on Monday, July 11, at St. Mary’s Church, Tenby, at 1 pm, prior to cremation at Parc Gwyn, Narberth, at 2.30 pm.
There will be immediate family flowers only, with donations in lieu, if so desired, for The Injured Jockey’s Fund and Cancer Treatment (local), c/o E. C. Thomas and Son, funeral directors, Zoar Chapel Funeral Home, Llanteg, who are conducting the funeral arrangements.
MR. R. J. LEE
TENBY
The death occurred peacefully on Friday, June 24, at Glangwili Hospital, Carmarthen, of Mr. Richard John Lee, aged 72 years, of Hanover Court, Tenby, formerly of Hillside Terrace, Templeton.
Loving father, adored Gang Gang.
The funeral service will take place on Thursday, July 7, at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth, at 1 pm.
There will be family flowers only, with donations, if so desired, for ICU Glangwili Hospital, Carmarthen, c/o E. C. Thomas and Son, funeral directors, Zoar Chapel Funeral Home, Llanteg, who are conducting the funeral arrangements.
MR. T. REES
KILGETTY
As reported previously, the death occurred peacefully at Woodland Lodge Care Home, Gumfreston, on May 21, of Mr. Terry Rees, aged 80 years, of Oakfield Drive, Kilgetty, and formerly of Front Street, Pembroke Dock.
Husband of Joyce Rees, Terry was a retired fabrication engineer.
Family left to mourn: Bryan (son), Deb (daughter), Louise (granddaughter), Dylan (great-grandson), Kyle (grandson), Richard and Tina (brother and wife), Glyn (uncle), Susan and Maria, Roger and Roberta (cousins), Colin (nephew), Helen and Jackie (nieces), George - unable to attend and great-grandchildren Morgan, Jessica, Ryan, Connor and Myka.
The funeral service took place on June 3 at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth. Officiating was Rev. Caroline Mansell.
Donations, if so desired, may be made for Woodland Lodge Care Home, Gumfreston, c/o the funeral directors, E. C. Thomas and Son, Zoar Chapel Funeral Home, Llanteg, Narberth.