Mr. M. D. T. Lort
Gumfreston
The death occurred peacefully at his home on Friday, February 24, of Mr. Michael Dennis Turner (Mike) Lort. He was aged 86 years.
Mike was predeceased by his wife Dorothy, but is survived by son Tim, daughter and son-in-law Pippa and Gaetan, daughter Bridget, grandchildren Will, Henry, Sophie, George and Luke, sister Haulwen and sister-in-law Una.
The funeral service takes place on Thursday, March 9, at St. Florence Church, at 2 pm, and will be followed by interment at Gumfreston Churchyard.
There will be family flowers only.
Further inquiries may be made to the 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.
Mrs. O. Cooke
Kilgetty
The death occurred peacefully at Ashdale Residential Home, Pembroke, on Friday, February 24, of Mrs. Olive Cooke. She lived in Ryelands Lane, Kilgetty, and was aged 99 years.
Olive will be sadly missed by her family and friends.
The funeral service takes place on Friday, March 10, at St. Issell’s Church, Saundersfoot, at 11 am, and will be followed by interment.
There will be family flowers only, with donations, if desired, made payable to Wales Air Ambulance, 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.
MR. R. STACE
TENBY
Robin Stace passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, February 23, aged 77.
Much loved father to Peter, Joanne and Gareth, son-in-law Kevin, daughters-in-law Sarah and Paula, and his grandchildren Laura, Tom, Morgan, Louis, Daniel and Emily. He also leaves to mourn his brother Neville and sisters Carol, Sue, Deena and Jean.
The funeral service is on Saturday, March 11, at 12 noon, at St. Mary’s Church, Tenby, followed by a reception and a private cremation.
Family flowers only, donations in lieu for Paul Sartori Foundation or Macmillan Nurses Trust, 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.
Mr. P. Hughes
Pembroke
(formerly of Monkton)
The death occurred peacefully at Withybush Hospital on Thursday, February 16, of Mr. Philip Hughes, of Main Street, Pembroke, and formerly of Monkton. He was 63.
The funeral will take place on Tuesday, February 7, with a service at Monkton Priory Church at 2 pm, followed by interment at Monkton Cemetery.
Flowers will be welcome and may be brought to the church or sent to John Roberts & Son, Funeral Directors, 51 Bush Street, Pembroke Dock, who are carrying out the arrangements.
MISS S. A. REES
PEMBROKE DOCK
The death occurred suddenly at home on Sunday of Miss Sally Ann Rees, of Llanreath, Pembroke Dock.
She will be sadly missed by her family and friends.
The funeral service will be strictly private and will take place at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth.
No flowers by request, but donations, if so desired, can be made for the RNLI, c/o E. C. Thomas and Son, Funeral Directors, Zoar Chapel Funeral Home, Llanteg, Narberth, also at 31 Stockwell Road, Pembroke Dock, who are conducting the funeral arrangements.
MR. W. E. DAVIES
TENBY
As previously reported the death occurred suddenly, but peacefully at home, on Sunday, February 5, of Mr. W. Edwin Davies.
Edwin was born in Narberth in August 1939 to Tom and Muriel Davies.
Sadly Edwin’s father died when Edwin was very young, so he spent his early years with his aunt and uncle, Flo and Ron Beer.
Edwin’s life was devoted to his family and his home. Edwin married Pat in 1964, and their daughter Melanie followed in 1967.
They purchased St. Oswald’s Hotel in Picton Terrace, Tenby, which they ran for almost 30 years; working together to build a successful business, many visitors became friends, returning for many years.
After retiring from the hotel, Edwin continued to enjoy making extensive alterations to their home, moving a few times, but eventually enjoying watching the extension built at Melanie and Chris’s home, so that they could finally move there.
His funeral took place on Thursday, February 16, at St. Mary’s Church, Tenby, followed by cremation at Parc Gwyn, Narberth.
The service at St. Mary’s was conducted by the Rev. Canon Andrew Grace, assisted by Rev. Joel Barber.
Readings were given by Miss Jean Williams (friend), Bethan Rogers and Owen Rogers (grandchildren). The eulogy was given by Chris Rogers (son-in-law).
Bearers at both the church and the crematorium were Chris Rogers (son-in-law), Owen Rogers (grandson), Michael Keohane, John Keohane, Richard Fanus (cousins) and Richard Evans (friend).
Family left to mourn are Pat (wife), Melanie and Chris (daughter and son-in-law), Bethan and Owen (grandchildren), Margaret and Mac (sister and brother-in-law), and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Floral tributes were received from Pat, Melanie, Chris, Bethan and Owen, Margaret, Mac, Chris, Hayley and Billy, Mervyn, Paul, Mair and Daniel, Mike, Betty and Conner, Julie Ciaran and Lillie, John, Trevayne and Hannah, Patrick and Marion, Gerald and Diana.
Donations in lieu of flowers (if desired) should be made to The Tenby Scout and Guide Hall Fund, via the funeral directors, Messrs. W. and M. J. and Rossiter and Sons Ltd., The Old Rectory, The Norton, Tenby.
MR. J. W. BROWN
REDBERTH
As reported previously, the death occurred peacefully at home on Saturday, January 28, of Mr. John William Brown, aged 60 years, of Redberth.
A native of Newcastle Upon Tyne, during his working life, John was an agricultural contractor, worked for Rees Brothers in St. Florence, whilst at the same time establishing himself as a sheep farmer,
His main interests were breeding Oxford Down Sheep to establish the Monkstone Flock and attending shows across Wales and England, where the flock achieved reputable successes.
As well as his wife Margery, family left to mourn are sons Henry and James; daughter Miriam; granddaughters Ella and Izzy; daughter-in-law Amanda; mother and father Grace and Ken, sisters and brothers-in-laws Christine and Martin, Gillian and Charlie; sister-in-law and brother-in-law Margaret and Alf; nieces and nephews Ben, Beth, Edwin, Hannah, William, Catherine, Emily, Charles, Lucy and Ben; sheepdogs Moss and Seren.
The funeral took place on February 4, when a service at St. Brides RC Church, Saundersfoot, was followed by interment at Tenby New Cemetery and refreshments at The Parsonage, St. Florence.
Officiating at the service was Father Owen McGreal, while bearers were Henry, James, Edwin, William, Ben and Batty.
Donations, if so desired, may be made for Withybush Hospital CDU and Saundersfoot and Tenby District Nurses, c/o E. C. Thomas and Son, Funeral Directors, Zoar Chapel Funeral Home, Llanteg, Narberth, who conducted the funeral arrangements.
Mrs. D. Hendy
Tenby
(formerly of
Freshwater East)
The death occurred peacefully at Withybush Hospital on Tuesday, February 14, following a short illness, of Mrs. Doreen Hendy.
The much loved and devoted wife of Norman, they had recently moved from Freshwater East to Tenby.
The funeral took place on Wednesday, with a service at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth. There were family flowers only.
Funeral arrangements were carried out by John Roberts & Son, Funeral Directors, 51 Bush Street, Pembroke Dock.
Commander F.A. ‘Tony’ Mason MBE
Pembroke Dock
The death occurred suddenly but peacefully at his home on Tuesday, February 21, of Commander Tony Mason, of Pembroke Dock.
He was 84 and was predeceased by his beloved wife, Jill.
The funeral will take place on Friday, March 10, with a service at St. John’s Church, Pembroke Dock, at 12 noon, followed by a private cremation.
Family flowers only please. All further enquiries may be made to John Roberts & Son, Funeral Directors, 51 Bush Street, Pembroke Dock, who are carrying out the arrangements.
Mr. M. K. T. Foley
Manorbier
As reported last week, the death occurred suddenly on Saturday, February 18, in Manorbier, of Mr. Michael Kevin Thomas Foley. He was aged 73 and of Greenacres Water Gardens, Manorbier.
Beloved father of Luke, father-in-law of Tammy and grandpa of Tegan, Maisy and Lottie.
The funeral service takes place on Tuesday, March 7, at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth, at 1.45 pm.
There will be family flowers only, donations if desired, can be made payable to Bloodwise, 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.
Rev. C. J. Tolley
Saundersfoot
As reported last week, the death occurred at Park House Hospital Ward, Tenby, on Friday, February 17, of Rev. Christopher John Tolley. He was aged 57 and of Saundersfoot.
Rev. Tolley is survived by his wife Suzanne, daughters Christine and Elaine, sister Paula and brothers Michael and Patrick.
The funeral service takes place on Monday, March 6, at St. Johns Church, Tenby, at 2 pm, followed by interment at Tenby New Cemetery.
There will be family flowers only, donations if desired, can be made payable to The Paul Sartori Foundation, 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. C. Thomas
Tenby
As reported last week, the death occurred at Glangwili Hospital, Carmarthen, on Tuesday, February 21, of Mr. Clive Thomas, of Wesley Court, Warren Street, Tenby. He was 65.
He is survived by his three children Shane, Joe and Sara.
Funeral service Wednesday, March 8, with a service at St. Mary’s Church, Tenby, at 2 pm, followed by cremation at Parc Gwyn, Narberth, at 3.15 pm.
Family flowers only, donations if desired for RNLI Crew Fund, 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. C. M. J. FRY
AMROTH
The death occurred peacefully at home on Thursday, February 23 of Mr. Charles Michael John Fry, affectionately known as Mike, of Amroth.
Aged 78, he was a devoted and much loved husband, father and grandfather, greatly respected father-in-law and brother-in-law.
The funeral service will take place on Thursday at St. Mary’s Church, Tenby, at 2.30 pm, followed by cremation at Parc Gwyn, Narberth, at 4 pm.
There will be immediate family flowers only, with donations, if so desired, for Welsh Rugby Charitable Trust, c/o E. C. Thomas and Son, Funeral Directors, Zoar Chapel Funeral Home, Llanteg, Narberth, who are conducting the funeral arrangements.
Mr. D. M. Evans
Pembroke Dock
The death occurred suddenly but peacefully at Withybush Hospital on Thursday February 16, of retired policeman, Mr. David Michael Evans, of Front Street, Pembroke Dock.
He was 80 and will be sadly missed by all his family and many friends.
The funeral will take place on Wednesday, March 8, with a service at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth, at 2.30 pm.
Family flowers only please, but if desired, donations in lieu in memory of Dave for Dementia UK may be sent to John Roberts & Son, Funeral Directors, 51 Bush Street, Pembroke Dock, who are carrying out the arrangements.
Mr. A. P. Morris
Solva
The death occurred peacefully at Withybush Hospital on Thursday, February 16, following a short illness, of Mr. Alun Patrick Morris, of Solva.
Alun was formerly the tourism development and marketing manager for Pembrokeshire County Council and is survived by his devoted wife, Andrea.
The funeral will take place on Thursday, March 9, with a service at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth, at 1 pm.
Family flowers only please, but if desired, donations in lieu in memory of Alun may be made to an animal charity of your own choice.
All further enquiries may be made to John Roberts & Son, Funeral Directors, 51 Bush Street, Pembroke Dock, who are carrying out the arrangements.
Mrs. S. E. Sunderland (née Dundas)
Pembroke Dock
The death occurred peacefully at Withybush Hospital on Wednesday, February 22, of Mrs. Shirley Elizabeth Sunderland, of Little Mutton Hill, Pembroke Dock. She was 74.
The funeral will take place on Saturday, March 11, with a service at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth, at 11.30 am.
Family flowers only please, but if desired, donations in lieu for Cancer Research may be sent to John Roberts & Son, Funeral Directors, 51 Bush Street, Pembroke Dock, who are carrying out the arrangements.
Ms. S. Jones
Pembroke
The death occurred peacefully at her home on Monday, February 13, following an illness borne with great courage, of Susan Jones, of Station Road, Pembroke. She was 51.
The funeral will take place today (Friday), with a service at Westgate Chapel, Pembroke at 1.30 pm, followed by cremation at Parc Gwyn, Narberth.
Family flowers only please, but if desired, donations in lieu for the Chemotherapy Day Unit at Singleton Hospital, the Paul Sartori Foundation and Shalom House may be sent to John Roberts & Son, Funeral Directors, 51 Bush Street, Pembroke Dock, who are carrying out the arrangements.
MR. G. A. ROSSITER
KILGETTY
As reported previously, the death occurred suddenly at home on Tuesday, January 31, of Mr. Gareth Allan Rossiter, aged 62 years, of Oakfield Drive, Kilgetty.
A native of East Williamston, he started his working life as an apprentice mechanic with Dick Davies, Broadmoor. A short spell followed driving lorries with Garfield Watkins, before starting his own business transporting caravans, then driving for Nolan.
His main interest was autograss racing and when he retired, he liked to travel around the UK to various events.
Family left to mourn are four brothers, Ian, Elwyn, Robert and Kelvin Rossiter, numerous nephews and nieces and great-nephews and nieces and aunt.
The funeral took place on Friday, February 17, at Ebenezer Baptist Chapel, Cold Inn.
Officiating at the service was the Rev. Hywel Brown, while bearers were Dean Rossiter (nephew), Nicky Rossiter (nephew), David Badham, Leighton Harris, Dilwyn Davies and Matthew Morgan.
Donations, if so desired, for Ebenezer Baptist Chapel, Cold Inn, may be made c/o E. C. Thomas and Son, funeral directors, Zoar Chapel Funeral Home, Llanteg, tel. (01834) 831876, who conducted the funeral arrangements.
Mr. V. Evans
Pembroke Dock
The death occurred peacefully at his home on Wednesday, February 15, of Mr. Verdun Evans, of Queen Street, Pembroke Dock.
He was 82 and leaves to mourn his wife, Shirley and daughter, Andrea.
The funeral will take place on Tuesday, March 7, with a service at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth, at 12.15 pm.
Family flowers only please, but if desired, donations in lieu for the Paul Sartori Foundation may be sent to John Roberts & Son, Funeral Directors, 51 Bush Street, Pembroke Dock, who are carrying out the arrangements.
MR. J. M. LEWIS
PEMBROKE
The death occurred peacefully at the University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff, on February 13, of Mr. John Martin Lewis, of Ashdale Lane, Pembroke.
Aged 39, he was a dearly loved son of Marion and Keith, much loved brother to Neil and Dawi, brother-in-law to Cath and Kerry, treasured uncle to Sam, Ellie and Maisie.
The funeral service will take place today (Friday) at St. Mary’s Church, Tenby, at 1 pm, followed by cremation at Parc Gwyn, Narberth, at 2.30 pm. John’s request was that colourful clothing be worn.
There will be family flowers only, with donations, if so desired, for the Chemotherapy Day Unit and Haematology Day Unit, University of Wales Hospital, Cardiff, c/o E. C. Thomas and Son, Funeral Directors, Zoar Chapel Funeral Home, Llanteg, Narberth, who are conducting the funeral arrangements.
Mr. T. J. James
Mellaston
The death occurred peacefully at the South Pembs Hospital on Friday, February 10 of retired farmer, Mr. Thomas John James, of Mellaston, Hundleton. He was 94.
The funeral took place yesterday (Thursday) with a service at Gilead CM Church, Maiden Wells, followed by cremation at Parc Gwyn, Narberth.
There were family flowers only, but if desired, donations in lieu in memory of John for the Lullaby Trust and the Wales Air Ambulance may be sent to John Roberts & Son, Funeral Directors, 51 Bush Street, Pembroke Dock, who carried out the arrangements.
Mr. J. A. James
Tenby
As reported last week, the death occurred at home, Flat 3 Hanover Court, Picton Terrace, Tenby, on Monday, February 20, of Mr. John Arthur James. He was 76.
Predeceased by his son Caradoc, he is survived by his daughter Lis, son-in-law Rob and grandchildren Emma, Dean and Chloe.
Funeral service Wednesday, March 8, 11.30 am, Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth.
Family flowers only. Donations in lieu for 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.
MR A. M. WILLIAMS
NARBERTH
The death occurred suddenly at home on Friday, February 24, of Mr. Andrew Michael Williams, aged 43 years, of High Street, Narberth.
Andrew will be sadly missed by his family and many friends.
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, Narberth, who are conducting the funeral arrangements. Tel 01834 831876.
Mr. D. H. Johns
Saundersfoot
The death occurred at Withybush Hospital on Tuesday, February 28, of Mr. Donald Hugh Johns. He was aged 87 and of Cwm Gwennol, Saundersfoot.
Mr. Johns is survived by his wife Margaret and sons Anthony, Richard, Nick and families.
The funeral service is yet to be arranged. Further enquiries and donations, if desired, can be made payable to either St. Issell’s Church or the Paul Sartori Foundation, 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 A. J. MOORE
KILGETTY
The death occurred peacefully at Ashdale Nursing Home, Pembroke, on Tuesday, February 28, of Mr. Alan John Moore, aged 87 years, of Shillingford Park, Kilgetty.
Devoted husband of Maureen, dearly loved dad of Sue and partner Mike, much loved brother-in-law, uncle and great-uncle.
The funeral service will take place on Wednesday, March 8, at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth, at 1.45 pm.
There will be family flowers only, with donations, if so desired, for ‘Ashdale Nursing Home’, c/o E. C. Thomas and Son, Funeral Directors, Zoar Chapel Funeral Home, Llanteg, Narberth, who are conducting the funeral arrangements.
Mrs. B. Morris
Clunderwen
The death occurred peacefully at home with the family on Friday, February 24, of Mrs. Beryl Morris, of Drefach, Llanycefn, Clunderwen.
Beloved wife of George, dear mother of William, Reginald, John, Robert and the late Mary, respected mother-in-law and loving grandmother of Joshua and Georgina.
The funeral takes place today (Friday), with a public service at St. Aidan’s Church, Llawhaden, at 2 pm, followed by interment at St. Non’s Church, Llanycefn, Clunderwen.
Family flowers only. Donations, if so desired, towards Meningitis Research, c/o Ken Davies and Sons, Funeral Directors, Clunderwen, tel. 01437 563319.