The husband of Pam Davies, a well-known face in Tenby, has paid a heartfelt tribute to his wife, after she tragically passed away on holiday in the Maldives, just days short of their 30th wedding anniversary, which they had travelled to celebrate.

Pam who resided in Manorbier with her husband Martin, was a cherished member of the Tenby Observer’s advertising department for some years, joining the paper after years working at the seaside town’s Tourist Information Centre.

The sad news of her passing has devastated the local community, who have paid tribute in their droves on social media.

Her husband Martin shared on Sunday: “A week ago today, I lost the most wonderful wife any man could ever ask for - she was and will always be, the love of my life.

“We had travelled to the Maldives to celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary which was on Thursday 5th November - we missed it by 4 days.

“We arrived on the island via Seaplane, on Friday 30th October and I lost Pam in a snorkelling accident on Sunday 1st November.

“We had been snorkelling together off the beach in front of the hotel in perfect conditions - no waves, swell, wind or anything that would make you think that it was anything other than idyllic,” he continued.

“Pam had always wanted to swim with turtles and that is what she was doing when tragedy struck less than a stone's throw from the beach.

“Pam meant a lot to many people from all walks of life in her various roles over the years and the amount of support I (and Lloyd and Morgan) have received has been so comforting - I wish I could reply to everyone personally, which I will try to do, but for now I would just like to thank each and everyone who have taken time to let me know that they are thinking about us.

“Thank you for the love and support - my front door is open.”

He also thanked local funeral directors W & MJ Rossiter & Son Ltd.

“Richard at Rossiter's in Tenby is looking after Pam, having arrived home to Tenby yesterday morning - I would like to thank him for helping me get Pam home from a tiny island 5,500 miles from home,” he added.

With a huge love of horses, Pam was a stalwart of the equestrian and agricultural scene around Pembrokeshire, serving as secretary of the Pembroke Town and Country Show most recently.

After leaving her role at the Tenby Observer in 2024, she went to work at the office of Guy Thomas and Co estate agents and chartered surveryors in Pembroke.

Pam resided in Manorbier and along with her husband Martin, leaves to mourn their two sons Lloyd and Morgan.

Paul Evans content editor at the Tenby Observer said: “It is devastating news to hear, which has left us all in shock at the Observer.

“Pam was a lovely lady, and well-thought of amongst her colleagues at the Observer. She was always good company to be around and very easy to get on with.

“She was also very inquisitive, whilst her local knowledge was second to none, which stood her in good stead during her time with the Observer.

“We certainly enjoyed a few laughs with her in the office on Warren Street during her time at the paper.

“Our thoughts go out to Martin, Lloyd and Morgan during this terribly sad time.”

Regional editor Mick O'Reilly added: “Pam was a wonderful lady with whom we shared many laughs during her time as an Advertising Rep at the Tenby Observer.

"We both enjoyed travelling and shared memories of places we both visited.

"We also talked horses and dogs and she was a proud owner of both.

"I am truly saddened by her passing. We last spoke on 9th October last at the Community in Kindness Awards. A wonderful lady. I will miss her infectious laugh and glint of mischief in her eye," he added.