MR. R. M. Turner

Tenby

As previously reported, the death occurred on January 8 of Mr. Roger Maxwell Turner, of The Bells, Narberth Road, Tenby. He was 75.

A resident of Pembrokeshire for 36 years, Roger was well known as a local businessman, conservationist and car enthusiast.

Roger was born in Cardiff in 1941, the eldest of William and Winifred Turner’s three children. He attended Birchgrove Primary in 1945 and later Cardiff High School in 1952. At 16 he started an apprenticeship with the Royal Ordnance Factory, Llanishen, Cardiff. He later moved on to the Royal Ordnance Factory at Woolwich, which saw him working with Rolls Royce, de Havilland and on early versions of the rotary engine.

After finishing his apprenticeship, he moved back to Cardiff, working in Treforest. An opportunity arose to start his own engineering business, making high precision tools for plastic manufacturing and consumer electronics.

Whilst in Cardiff he also joined the Territorial Army for several years.

In 1957, he met Carole, who he married in 1963. Their first child, Samantha, was born in Cardiff, and shortly afterwards, the family moved to Church Village, where their second child Russell was born.

In the 1960s and 1970s Roger appeared on the BBC’s Tomorrows World and Wales Today programmes with early working versions of improved residential smoke and carbon monoxide detectors; designs subsequently copied around the world.

Roger continued to work at Treforest, setting up his long-term company, Augusta Golf Products Ltd. in 1970.

Like many south Wales families, early holidays were spent in south Pembrokeshire. A camper van was purchased in the late 1970s which enabled more frequent weekends away, staying at the Old Mill camp site in Saundersfoot. An opportunity came to move to Pembrokeshire and the family moved to Broadfield Hill in Saundersfoot.

A new business premises was sought and secured in Tenby at the Salterns Industrial Estate. Over time, the business continued to expand, to meet demand in the growing corporate promotional products market, both nationally and internationally.

Roger continued to develop his skills, not only in engineering to maintain numerous different machines - some of which he had made from scratch, but also in design, photography, printing, manufacturing and sales and marketing.

Cementing the family roots in Pembrokeshire, Roger and Carole had their third child, Kimberley, in 1986, and moved from Saundersfoot to Bells Corner, Tenby.

From an early age, Roger enjoyed being outdoors and was passionate about the countryside and nature.

Over the years Roger had several fishing boats in Saundersfoot Harbour. His interest in fishing developed into running coastal sightseeing trips aboard the cruiser ‘KT’ for summer visitors around Caldey Island and along the South Pembrokeshire coast.

Roger was a trustee of Wildlife Trust, West Wales from 2000 and the Wildlife Trust of South and West since its formation in 2002, becoming chairman in 2004 and, after being reappointed, remained in office until 2009.

Roger was chairman during the time Skokholm Island was purchased. He became a Skokholm Founder, assisting in the acquisition of the island and creating the Founders Book - a sturdy, engraved oak book bound with leather - which is kept at Lockley Lodge as a reminder of those who had made a significant financial contribution to the purchase.

Roger loved cars; repairing, building, touring and racing many different models over the years. He was a member of the South Wales Kit and Specialist Car Club; Austin 7 Club; MG Club; and Guild of Motor Endurance. He first toured Europe, with Carole, in an Isetta bubble car.

He raced throughout Europe; hill climbing at Etretat in Normandy, at the Mille Miglia, Italy and the London-Athens race, to name just a few. He raced across North Africa in the Atlas Sahara endurance race in 2004. Closer to home, he was a regular at Llandow for circuit races and at Llys y Fran for hill climbs.

Roger continued to race into his later years. He would support fellow club members by repairing or fabricating parts that were no longer available.

Roger never really retired and if anything seemed even busier in his later years.

He is survived by his wife Carole, his three children, his three grandchildren, Isabel, William and Austyn, and his brother and sister, Gerard and Maxine, and their families.

The funeral service was held at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth, on January 20.

Donations in memory of Roger may be made to the Dai Rees Foundation, c/o funeral directors Messrs. W. and M. J. Rossiter and Sons Ltd., The Old Rectory, The Norton, Tenby.

MR. J. O. SHANKLIN

PEMBROKE

As reported previously, the death occurred on Tuesday, January 17, of Mr. John Shanklin, aged 78 years, of 9 Flemish Court, Lamphey.

John passed away peacefully at Ashdale Nursing Home, Pembroke, after a short stay of one week. Prior to that, he had been a patient at Withybush Hospital for just over four months.

Having grown up at Church Farm, East Williamston, John had a varied working life, starting at a young age working on the family farm, followed by contracting with farm machinery. He spent many years in the construction industry, working with plant machinery and then as a pipe fitter. Later he moved on to tree surgery, and spent his final years turning a hobby into working as a fisherman with his own boat ‘Jay-O.’

In his younger days, John played rugby for Pembroke RFC, and was a member of their committee for many years. He was also a keen wine-maker, while in later years he spent many hours researching the family tree, and much has been recorded in very fine detail.

His wife Barbara passed away in November 2012, after almost 54 years of marriage.

Family left to mourn are Susan and Maurice Jones (daughter and son-in-law), Christopher and Rose Shanklin, Owen and Tina Shanklin (sons and daughters-in-law), Sandra Shanklin and Mark Thomas (daughter and partner); Carley and Steven Gwyther, Craig and Jemma Jones, Laura Shanklin and John Williams, Sarah Shanklin, Wayne, Kevin and Carly and Samantha Shanklin, Jamie Adams and Jo Williams, Phoebe Thomas (grandchildren and spouses/partners), Jack, Oliver, Sophia and Amelia (great-grandchildren), Bron and Ron Hurlow, Jim Shanklin and Betty and Byron Mansell (sisters, brother and brothers-in-law), together with numerous nephews, nieces and other family members.

The funeral service took place at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth, on Monday, January 30, and was packed to capacity.

The service was conducted by Rev. Nanette Lewis-Head, who paid a fitting tribute to the celebration of John’s life.

The bearers were John’s grandsons Wayne Shanklin, Jamie Adams, Craig Jones and Kevin Shanklin.

There were family flowers only, but donations for the Paul Sartori Foundation and RNLI Angle may be sent c/o E. C. Thomas and Son, Funeral Directors, Zoar Chapel Funeral Home, Llanteg, Narberth, who carried out the funeral arrangements.

MR. G. A. ROSSITER

KILGETTY

As previously reported, the death occurred suddenly at home on Tuesday, January 31, of Mr. Gareth Allan Rossiter, aged 62 years, of Oakfield Drive, Kilgetty.

Beloved son of the late Roy and Glenys Rossiter. Dearly loved brother of Ian, Elwyn, Robert and Kelvin. Much-loved uncle, great-uncle and nephew.

The funeral service will take place today (Friday, February 17) at Ebenezer Baptist Chapel, Cold Inn, at 2 pm, followed by interment at the chapel cemetery.

There will be family flowers only, with donations, if so desired, for Ebenezer Baptist Chapel, Cold Inn, c/o E. C. Thomas and Son, funeral directors, Zoar Chapel Funeral Home, Llanteg, tel. (01834) 831876, who are conducting the funeral arrangements.

Mr. D. O’Driscoll

Pembroke Dock

The death occurred suddenly, but peacefully, at his home on Thursday, February 9, of Mr. Denis O’Driscoll, of Gwyther Street, Pembroke Dock. He was 74.

The funeral arrangements have not yet been finalised, but all enquiries should be made to John Roberts and Son, funeral directors, 51 Bush Street, Pembroke Dock, tel. 01646 683115, who are carrying out the arrangements.

Mr. T. J. James

Mellaston

The death occurred peacefully at South Pembs Hospital on Friday, February 10, of retired farmer, Mr. Thomas John James, of Mellaston, Hundleton. He was 94.

The funeral arrangements have not yet been finalised, but all further enquiries may be made to John Roberts and Son, funeral directors, 51 Bush Street, Pembroke Dock, tel. 01646 683115, who are carrying out the arrangements.

Mrs. O. Lewis

Stackpole

The death occurred suddenly, but peacefully, at Withybush Hospital on Friday, February 10, of Mrs. Olivia Lewis, of Jason’s Corner, Stackpole.

Devoted mother to Huw and Rhydian and the much-loved daughter of Anita and Brian Howells. She was 45.

The funeral arrangements have not yet been finalised, but all further enquiries may be made to John Roberts and Son, funeral directors, 51 Bush Street, Pembroke Dock, tel. 01646 683115, who are carrying out the arrangements.

Mr. F. Handy

Pembroke

The death occurred peacefully at Withybush Hospital on Sunday, February 5, following a short illness and surrounded by his family, of Mr. Frederic John Edward Handy, of St. Michael’s Road, Pembroke. He was 79.

The funeral will take place on Friday, February 24, with a service at St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church, Pembroke Dock, at 11 am, followed by interment at Gilead Cemetery.

All further enquiries may be made to John Roberts and Son, funeral directors, 51 Bush Street, Pembroke Dock, tel. 01646 683115, who are carrying out the arrangements.

Mr. D. Harries

Pembroke Dock

The death occurred peacefully at the South Pembs Hospital on Wednesday, February 8, of Mr. Dennis Harries, of Wavell Crescent, Pembroke Dock. He was 67.

The funeral will take place on Monday, February 27, with a service at St. John’s Church, Pembroke Dock, at 11.30 am, followed by cremation at Parc Gwyn, Narberth, at 1 pm. Family flowers only please.

All further enquiries may be made to John Roberts and Son, funeral directors, 51 Bush Street, Pembroke Dock, tel. 01646 683115, who are carrying out the arrangements.

Mr. L. G. Davies

Pembroke

The death occurred peacefully at Withybush Hospital on Saturday, February 4, following a short illness and surrounded by his family, of Mr. Lyn Davies, of Springfield Terrace, The Green, Pembroke. He was 86.

The funeral will take place on Tuesday, February 21, with a service at St. Mary’s Church, Pembroke, at 11.30 am, followed by cremation at Parc Gwyn, Narberth, at 1 pm. Family flowers only please.

All further enquiries may be made to John Roberts and Son, funeral directors, 51 Bush Street, Pembroke Dock, tel. 01646 683115, who are carrying out the arrangements.

MRS. M. EYNON

NARBERTH

The death occurred peacefully at Ridgeway Care Home, Llawhaden, on Sunday, February 12, of Mrs. Margaret Eynon, aged 92 years, formerly of 35 St. James Street, Narberth.

Beloved wife of the late Wyndham, devoted mother of Dorothy, Jonathan and Lindy, much-loved mother-in-law to Richard and Wendy, treasured grandma to Ceri, Phillip, Bethan and Christopher.

The funeral service will take place tomorrow (Saturday, February 18) at St. Andrew’s Church, Narberth, at 11 am, followed by interment in the church cemetery.

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

Mr. G. E. Greasley

Manorbier

As reported last week, the death occurred at his home, in Manorbier, on Tuesday, Februatu 7, of Mr. Geoffrey Ewart Greasley. He was aged 70.

Mr. Greasley is survived by his wife Lorna and daughters Victoria, Emma and Alice.

A service of celebration takes place on Wednesday, February 22, at St. James Church, Manorbier, at 2 pm, followed by interment in the churchyard. The family request no black to be worn.

There will be family flowers only, donations if desired, can be made payable to either The Paul Sartori Foundation or Macmillan Nurses Trust, 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.

Kayley Jane O’Connell

Narberth

The death occurred tragically on Sunday, February 5, of Kayley Jane O’Connell, of Coxhill, Narberth. She was aged 27.

Kayley is survived by her parents John and Val, sister Karen and brothers Christopher and Calum.

The funeral service takes place tomorrow (Saturday, February 18) at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth, at 1 pm.

There will be family flowers only, donations if desired, can be made payable to either SCBU Glangwili Hospital or First Responder, Narberth, c/o funeral directors, W. and M. J. Rossiter and Sons Ltd, 21 Station Road, Landsker House, Narberth, or The Old Rectory, The Norton, Tenby.

Mrs. M. E. McBeth

Tenby

The death occurred on Tuesday, February 7, at Belvedere Nursing Home, Tenby, of Mrs. Mabel Elizabeth McBeth. She was aged 85.

Mrs. McBeth was pre-deceased by her husband John and daughter Sally, but is survived by her daughters Jane, Ann and Sara and son Rupert, her many grandchildren and brother Graham.

The funeral service takes place on Thursday, March 2, at St. Mary’s Church, Tenby, 11 am, followed by cremation at Parc Gwyn, Narberth, 12.15 pm.

There will be family flowers only, donations if desired, can be made payable to Alzheimer’s Society, 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. B. L. Barradell

Martletwy

As previously reported, the death occurred peacefully at Withybush Hospital on Friday, February 3, of Mrs. Betty Lilian Barradell. She was aged 92.

Predeceased by her husband Austin, Betty is survived by Hugh and Melanie (son and daughter-in-law), Mary (daughter), Austin (grandson) and Gladys (sister).

The funeral service takes place on Monday, February 20, at St. Caradog Church, Lawrenny, at 11.45 am, and will be followed by cremation at Parc Gwyn, Narberth, at 1 pm.

There will be family flowers only, with donations if desired made payable to British Red Cross, c/o funeral directors, Messrs. W. and M. J. Rossiter and Sons Ltd., Landsker House, 21 Station Road, Narberth, or The Old Rectory, The Norton, Tenby.

JOAN MOWLAM

(nee Steele)

As reported last week, Joan Mowlam (nee Steele) passed away peacefully, on January 31, aged 92, after a short illness.

Formerly of Saundersfoot and Streatham, and latterly of Otley, Joan was the beloved wife of the late Jim, loving mother of David, grandmother of Richard and Edward, and great-grandmother of Sian and Jake.

The funeral will take place at St. Issell’s Church, Saundersfoot, at 11 am, today (Friday, February 17).

Family flowers only please, but donations in lieu can be made payable to the RNLI, c/o W. and M. J. Rossiter and Sons, The Old Rectory, The Norton, Tenby.

Mrs. I. Griffiths

Tenby

As reported last week, the death occurred on Tuesday, February 7, at Glangwili Hospital, Carmarthen, of Mrs. Iris Griffiths. She was of Knowing Mead, Tenby, and aged 78.

Predeceased by her husband John and son Nigel, she is survived by Mandy, daughter, Robert, grandchildren Lloyd, Robyn and Aurora, brother William. She has numerous nieces and nephews.

The funeral service takes place on Wednesday, March 1, at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth, at 2.30 pm.

There will be family flowers only, donations if desired, can be made payable to Greenacres Animal Rescue, 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.

MR. J. M. LEWIS

PEMBROKE

The death occurred peacefully at the University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff, on Monday, February 13, of Mr. John Martin Lewis, aged 39 years, of Ashdale Lane, Pembroke.

Dearly-loved son of Marion and Keith, much-loved brother to Neil and Dawi, brother-in-law to Cath and Kerri. Treasured uncle to Sam, Ellie and Maisie.

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, or 31 Stockwell Road, Pembroke Dock, who are conducting the funeral arrangements. Tel. (01834) 831876.

MR. F. O. G. GRIFFITHS

MILTON

The death occurred peacefully at Withybush Hospital on Saturday, February 11, of Mr. Frederick Ormond George Griffiths, affectionately known as Ormond, aged 84 years, of Milton.

Beloved husband to Dorothy. Dearly-loved dad of the late Mark.

The funeral service will take place on Thursday, February 23, at St. Mary’s Church, Carew Cheriton, at 1 pm, followed by interment in the church cemetery.

There will be family flowers only, with donations, if so desired, for Diabetes UK and Cancer Research UK (Carew and Cresselly branch), c/o E. C. Thomas and Son, funeral directors, Zoar Chapel Funeral Home, Llanteg, who are conducting the funeral arrangements. Tel. (01834) 831876.

MRS. M. J. RATCLIFFE

NARBERTH

The death occurred peacefully at Ridgeway Care Home, Llawhaden, on Wednesday, February 8, of Mrs. Martha Jenkins Ratcliffe, affectionately known as Pat, aged 91 years, formerly of Kings Court, Narberth.

The funeral service will take place on Monday, February 20, at Bethesda Baptist Chapel, Narberth, at 11.30 am, followed by interment.

Donations, if so desired, for Bethesda Baptist Chapel, c/o E. C. Thomas and Son, funeral directors, Zoar Chapel Funeral Home, Llanteg, who are conducting the funeral arrangements.

MR. W. JOHN

TENBY

The death occurred peacefully at Withybush Hospital on Tuesday, February 14, of Mr. Whitney John, of Heywood Lane, Tenby, aged 88 years.

He will be sadly missed by his family and friends.

The funeral service will take place on Friday, February 24, at Saundersfoot Methodist Chapel, at 2 pm, followed by interment at Bethesda Chapel Cemetery, Tenby Road.

There will be family flowers only, with donations in lieu, if so desired, for The Paul Sartori Foundation, c/o E. C. Thomas and Son, funeral directors, Zoar Chapel Funeral Home, Llanteg, who are carrying out the funeral arrangements.

MRS. M. E. DAVIES

TENBY

The death occurred on Saturday at Withybush Hospital, Haverfordwest, of Margaret Eileen Davies, of Avondale Villas, St Julian’s Street, Tenby. She was 89.

Predeceased by her husband Victor and son Bryan, she is survived by her son Rob, daughter-in-law Joanna, and grandson Garin.

The funeral will take place at St. Mary’s Church in Tenby, on Monday, February 27, at 11 am, and thereafter at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth, at 12.15 pm.

There will be family flowers only, with donations to RNLI Tenby, c/o funeral directors, Messrs. W. and M. J. Rossiter and Sons Ltd., The Old Rectory, The Norton, Tenby.

MR. A. G. SMITH

TENBY

The death occurred at Belvedere Residential Home in Tenby on Monday, of Alfred George Smith, formerly of Clareston Court, Station Road, Tenby.

Aged 91, he was predeceased by his wife Blye (Jane), but is survived by his daughter Mrs. Jenny Byrne.

The funeral will take place on Monday, February 27, at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth, at 1.45 pm.

There will be family flowers only, with donations in lieu to The Paul Sartori Foundation, c/o funeral directors, Messrs. W. and M. J. Rossiter and Sons Ltd., The Old Rectory, The Norton, Tenby.