Obituaries published April 13th, 2005 (From Western Telegraph)

Obituaries published April 13th, 2005

Here are the obituaries published in the Western Telegraph on Wednesday, April 13th, 2005:

MRS S. L. MORSE HAVERFORDWEST The funeral took place on April 1st, of Mrs Sage Lily-Ann Morse, of 26 New Road, Haverfordwest. Mrs Morse died at the home of her only daughter, Mrs Margaret Lewis, of White Lodge, Scamford Farm, at the age of 88. Mrs Morse was a native of Pembrokeshire and in her early life was brought up at Walterston Farm, Haysca-stle, before her family moved to Musselwick, Marloes. After she married, she spent many years farming at Woodlands, Little Haven, and Priskilly Farm, before retiring. Predeceased by her husband, Mr Edward L. L. Morse, she leaves to mourn Mr and Mrs Colin Morse (son and daughter-in-law); Margaret and Ian Lewis (daughter and son-in-law); Richard, Tim and Chris (grandsons); Kate (granddaughter). The service was held at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, and was conducted by Rev B. Jones. There was family flowers only. Principal mourners were: Mr Colin Morse (son); Mr and Mrs Ian Lewis (daughter and son-in-law); Richard and Sandra Lewis, Tim and Louise Lewis, Chris Lewis and Sian Brace, Kate Lewis, Bobby and Lynne; Alan and Colin Scale (brothers); Mair Scale (sister-in-law). Unable to attend were brother Kenneth Scale and sister Francis Turner. The funeral arrangements were carried out by Roy Folland and Son, Haverfordwest.

MR A. PRICE HAVERFORDWEST Mr Alfred (Tommy) Price, of 127 Slade Lane, Haverfordwest, died at Withybush Hospital, on March 28th, aged 88. He had been a patient at Withybush Hospital for ten days, prior to his death. Mr Price was a native of Cardiff, and had served with the Royal Welch Fusiliers during the Second World War at Dunkirk, and was presented with two medals. He was invalided out of the Army and became an engineer/pipe fitter and resided in Birmingham for a number of years. Work brought him down to Pembrokeshire to the oil refineries until retiring. His main interest was gardening and he was also a CB radio ham, his handle was Lord Pip of Slade. Tommy was predeceased by his wife Olive (nee Colley) in March 1990. The funeral took place on Wednesday, April 6th, at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth, and was conducted by Canon C. Bowen. The bearers were Gerwyn Howells, Stuart Morris, Gareth Morris and George Walker. Principal mourners were: Lily (sister); Susan, Lucille, Tina and Keith (nieces and nephew-in-law); Roy, Helen, Stuart, Gareth and Sioned (family friends); Rod and Liz, Bernard and Gaynor, John and Jackie, Adrian (step-grandsons and partners). Unable to attend were: David, Cheryl and Keith (niece and nephews); Hilda (sister-in-law). There were family flowers only, with donations to The Bucket of Hope Appeal, Withybush Hospital. The funeral arrangements were carried out by Roy Folland and Son, Haverfordwest.

MR A. E. WEBB HAVERFORDWEST Mr Albert (Bert) Edward Webb, of 38 Prendergast, Haverfordwest, died on March 24th, after a short stay at Withybush Hospital. He was 87. Mr Webb was a native of Fulham, London, and worked for 44 years at the South Wales Electricity Board as a meter reader/collector. He served as a Royal Marine in the Second World War and was a keen gardener. He leaves to mourn his wife of 63 years, Mary Webb; Sonia, Ingrid, Barrie and Cheryl (son and daughters); Peter, John, Jean and Michael (sons-in-law and daughter-in-law); Allison and Steve, Steven and Andrea, Timothy and Marianne, Lisa and Geraint, Andrew and Simon, Rebecca and Adam (grandchildren); Trisha, Gareth, Kirsty, Stacey, Jacob, Elis, Jack, Megan, Gethin, Shannon, Callum and Kiera (great grandchildren). The funeral took place at St David's Church, Prendergast, followed by interment at Prendergast Cemetery and was conducted by Canon Geoffrey Gwyther, the Very Rev J. Wyn Evans, Dean of St David's Cathedral, Canon Jonathan Lean, Rev Paul Davies, both of St David's Cathedral, Rev Arwyn Thomas and Rev Geoffrey Eynon. Bearers were Steven Griffiths, Timothy Phillips, Andrew and Simon Webb, Adam Riggs and Steve Collins (grandsons). Principal mourners were: Mary Webb (wife); Barrie and Jean Webb (son and daughter-in-law); Sonia and Peter Phillips, Ingrid and John Griffiths, Cheryl and Michael Riggs (daughters and sons-in-law); Allison and Steve Collins, Steven and Andrea Griffiths, Timothy and Marianne Phillips, Lisa and Geraint Owen, Andrew and Simon Webb, Rebecca and Adam Riggs, Daniel Black (grandchildren); Trisha Phillips and Jacob Collins (great grandchildren). Unable to attend were: Molly, Alan and Sharon Jakeway, Kent (sister-in-law, nephew and wife). The funeral arrangements were carried out by Roy Folland and Son, Haverfordwest.

MR G. MORGAN TEMPLETON The death occurred at his home on March 24th, of Mr George Morgan of Piper Cottage, Penygraig Drive, Templeton. He was 78. George spent much of his early life in Redberth, working at Knightston Farm, New Hedges, before moving up to Templeton in 1966. He subsequently worked for 18 years with his great friend Mr Willie Davies, at Templeton Farm, until he retired due to ill health. George had a great love of singing and had a fine singing voice. He always supported his wife, Peggy, in all her musical activities, but he will be best remembered for his dry wit and unique sense of humour. His main interest in later years was his garden in which he took great pride, particularly his flowers, but his greatest love by far was his family. The funeral was held at Parc Gwyn Crematorium on Friday, April 1st, where the large attendance of family and friends showed the respect and affection in which George was held. The service was conducted by Rev Donald J. Davies and Father Paul, Jeffreyston with apologies from Rev Carl Williams, Fishguard. Principal mourners were: Peggy, wife of 52 years; Jill (daughter); Kevin and Arabella (son and daughter-in-law); Christopher and Kathryn (grandchildren); Glenys and Ron (sister and brother-in-law); Sandra and Keith (niece and nephew); and Marg (looked upon as a daughter). Unable to attend was Marilyn (niece). The bearers were Eric Mullins, Mark East, Lou Leka, John Lewis, Howard Allen and Nigel Price. There were family flowers only, with donations to Cold Inn Baptist Chapel, c/o Mr Howard Allen, The Nook, Cresswell Quay, Cresselly, Kilgetty. The funeral arrangements were carried out by E. C. Thomas and Son, funeral directors, Archways, Green Plains, Stepaside.

MRS Q. P. SMEDLEY HAKIN The death occurred at Withybush Hospital, on March 27th, of Mrs Queenie Phyllis Smedley, of 21 Nubian Crescent, Hakin, Milford Haven. She was 84. Mrs Smedley was a native of Hakin and at the age of 15 trained as a hairdresser in Cardiff. She had her own hairdressing business, before and after the war, in Haverfordwest and also ran a tobacconist business in Milford Haven, with her husband, Fred. Queenie served as a Wren, working in supply and was attached to a squadron based in Dale and Leighton-Solent, Hampshire. Her main interests were reading, current affairs, being with her family and she was a long time member of Hakin Point chapel. Predeceased by her husband, Fred, in July 1998, she leaves to mourn: Freda and Ron heath (daughter and son-in-law); Steven and Jon Heath (grandsons); nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. The funeral took place on Saturday, April 9th, at the Chapel of Rest, Milford Haven, followed by cremation at Parc Gwyn Crematorium and was officiated by Mr Colin Foreman. Bearers were Steven Heath, Jon Heath, Stephen Smedley and John Smedley. Principal mourners were: Mrs Freda Heath (daughter); Steven and Jon Heath (grandsons); Robert and Shirley Phillips (nephew and niece). Unable to attend were: Mr Ron Heath (son-in-law), due to illness; Mr and Mrs G. Luthergorrow (Australia); Mr and Mrs E. Neild (Stockport); Mr and Mrs P. R. Nesbitt and family (Monmouth); Mr and Mrs P. Colvin (Australia); Mrs F. Elliott (Swansea); Mr Jack Sherriff (due to illness). There was family flowers only, with donations in lieu to Priory Road Methodist Church. Tom Newing and Sons Ltd, Milford Haven, carried out the funeral arrangements.

MR G. T. TROTT MILFORD HAVEN The death occurred on March 31st, at Withybush Hospital, of Mr George Thomas Trott, of 13 Woodland Crescent, Milford Haven, aged 84. Mr Trott was a native of Milford Haven and worked as an electrical engineer, retiring in 1984 from Bechtle International. George served in REME through the War, until 1946, as a Sergeant (Staff) overseas and his main interests were motoring history, car mechanics and politics. He was also a member of the Masonic Order. Family left to mourn are: Ruth (wife); Kay and Burnett, Yvonne and David (daughters and sons-in-law); Karl and Nicola (grandson and wife); Kate and Jeremy (granddaughter and husband); Matthew and Thomas (grandsons). The funeral took place on Wednesday, April 6th, at St Katherine's church, Milford Haven, followed by interment at Milford Haven Cemetery and was conducted by Canon John Davies. Bearers were Burnett Parsons, David Barrett, Matthew Barrett and Thomas Barrett. Principal mourners were: Kay Parsons, Yvonne Barrett, Burnett Parsons, David Barrett, Kate and Jeremy Holland-Smith, Matthew and Thomas Barrett. Unable to attend were: Ruth Trott (wife); Karl and Nicola Parsons. Donations in lieu to ward 12, Withybush Hospital via Lloyds Bank. The funeral arrangements were carried out by Tom Newing and Sons Ltd, Hamilton Court Funeral Home, Dartmouth Street, Milford Haven.

MRS ANNA GIFFORD CARDIGAN Anna Gifford of Cardigan, who died recently aged 57, was the originator of the Youth Theatre and a leading figure in the founding of the Plaid-Green political alliance, which led to the election of MP Cynog Dafis to Parliament. A lady of vision, she launched a new method of focusing theatre and a new way of educating young people. Her work spread worldwide and her untimely death, of an illness contracted while working in Romania, came just eight months after the birth of her granddaughter Arwen. Anna moved to Cardigan 18 years ago and made an immediate impact on the theatre world there. The work she did with Theatr Fforum Cymru was constructive, committed and farsighted and her patience and support of young people helped build their confidence and self-esteem in a special way. She stood for office in a local government election in Cardigan, and despite her unpolitical, unprofessional approach and her highly individual dress code, was very popular and almost got in. She followed the founding of the Youth Theatre by helping start Theatr Fforum Cymru, and her daughter Deri took over the former. Preparing and staging drama aimed at certain age groups for local organisations, they pioneered "emotional intelligence" drama work with young people in Wales and the UK. Anna is survived by her husband Chris and daughters Deri and Bubsy and granddaughter Arwen.

MR E. M. BOWEN LITTLE NEWCASTLE A large congregation of family and friends attended the funeral at St Peter's Church, Little Newcastle, on Thursday, March 31st, of Mr Euros Michael Bowen of Manteg, Little Newcastle. Euros, who was 21, died as the result of an accident, which has been reported in a previous issue. The service was conducted by Rev Roger Griffiths, with Mrs Applebee presiding at the organ. Interment followed in adjoining cemetery. Bearers were his close friends Simon, Jonathan, Rowley, Craig, Robb, Jeff and George. There was immediate family flowers only. Principal mourners were: Clarence and Nancy (father and mother); Eleri and Mark (sister and fiancee); Liam and Joshua (nephews); Mr Alwyn Bowen and Mr and Mrs Edwin and Joyce Howells (grandparents); together with his many relatives and friends too numerous to mention. The funeral arrangements were carried out by Mr William Lewis, Ford Bungalow, Wolfscastle.

MISS M. M. DAVIES AMBLESTON The death occurred on March 28th, at Parc-y-Llyn Nursing Home, Ambleston, of Miss Martha Mattie Davies, formerly of Corner House, Wallis, Ambleston. She was 87 and had been a resident at the home for the last seven years. Miss Davies was a native of Wallis, Ambleston, where she had lived most of her life and had been employed as a servant girl on farms in the area prior to being employed at the RNAD depot, Trecwn. Her main interests were her home and gardening particularly flowers. She had been a lifelong and faithful member of Woodstock CM chapel. Family left to mourn are: her brother-in-law Gwyn and nephews and nieces. A private funeral service took place at Feidr Castell, Chapel of Rest, Fishguard, on Monday, April 4th, followed by a public service and interment at Woodstock Cemetery. The service was conducted by Rev William Owen assisted by Rev Richard Williams at the Chapel of Rest. Bearers were Merfyn Howells, John Griffiths, Alun Thomas and Russel Evans. There was immediate family flowers only. Principal mourners were: Mr and Mrs Gwynant and Pauline Lewis (niece); Mr David Lewis (nephew); also present were Mr and Mrs Euros Lewis and Mr Emyr Lewis. Unable to attend were: Mr Gwyn Thomas (brother-in-law); Mrs Beckie Davies (sister-in-law); Mr Mervyn Lewis and Mr Vincent Lewis (nephews). Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, to Parc-y-Llyn Nursing Home, c/o Mr John Griffiths, Y Garn, Ambleston, Haverfordwest. The funeral arrangements were carried out by Mr William Lewis, Ford Bungalow, Wolfscastle.

MRS O. JONES haverfordwest The funeral took place at Parc Gwyn Crematorium on March 30th, of Mrs Olwen Jones, of Pembroke Road, Merlins Bridge, who died at Loo Mead, St Davids Road, the home of her daughter and son-in-law. The wife of the late Frank Jones, she leaves two daughters Marjorie and Nesta. She and her late husband farmed at Lower Moor Farm, Tiers Cross, before their retirement to Pembroke Road some 36 years ago. Rev David Faulkner, Llawhaden, officiated at the service. Principal mourners were: Marjorie and Keri Davies, Nesta and Mervyn Davies (daughters and sons-in-law); Paul, Nigel and Yvonne, Julian and Pauline, Jayne and Paul (grandchildren and partners); John and Ellie Morgans, Brian Young (nephews and niece). Unable to attend were Gwenda Davies (niece) and Hugh Young (nephew). Roy Folland and Son were the undertakers.

MRS E. M. WILLIAMS MAENCLOCHOG The funeral took place at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, on March 17th, at 10.45am of Mrs Elizabeth Marjorie (Betty) Williams, Heatherland, Maenclochog, who died on March 10th at Havenhurst Residential Home, Milford Haven, aged 73. Interment took place at Pisgah Chapel, Llandissilio. Rev D. Faulkner officiated. Mrs Williams spent 26 years as a school teacher at Penffordd CP School, including a period as acting headteacher. She retired in the early 1980s due to ill health. She had attended college in Wrexham and took up her first teaching post at Llys-y-Fran. She attended Pisgah Chapel in Llandissilio. Family left to mourn and principal mourners are: Kenvyn and Susan Williams (son and daughter-in-law); Brenda and Hubert Thomas (sister and brother-in-law); John and Doreen Lewis (brother and sister-in-law); Elfyn and Sandra Lewis (brother and sister-in-law); Rose and John Harries (sister and brother-in-law). Donations can be made to Havenhurst PCC Amenity Fund, and sent c/o Mrs Cherry Horton, manager, Havenhurst Residential Home, Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire. Roy Folland and Son, funeral directors, carried out the funeral arrangements.

Mrs D. E. M. Davies Hayscastle Cross The death occurred at Withybush Hospital, of Mrs Dilys Elizabeth Mary Davies, of Hyfryd-Fan, Hayscastle Cross. The elder daughter of the late John and Lizzie John, 'Dil, The Cross', as she was affectionately known, was born and had lived all her life at Hayscastle Cross. Aged 76, she had married Bleddyn Davies and they had lived at Maesteg House until building a new home for themselves. Predeceased by her husband six years ago, Dil had continued to figure prominently in the life of the community to which she gave so much commitment and passion. A sweet and gracious lady, she will be remembered for her generosity, kindness, friendliness and feelings for others. Apart from her close family, the local Women's Institute and Over 55 Club had benefited greatly from her time, energy and creativity. Mrs Davies had been unwell for the past two months. The funeral took place last Saturday, when a short family service at the house, conducted by her minister, Rev Geoffrey Eynon assisted by Rev Aled Jenkins, was followed by a public service at Trefgarn Owen Welsh Congregational Chapel attended by a large and representative gathering. The commital and interment followed at the chapel cemetery. The bearers were David Harries, Tom Griffiths, Derek Gerloch and Bertie Hughes. The principal mourners present were: Sandra and David Davies (daughter and son-in-law); Idris and Bron John (brother and sister-in-law); Gwen Richards (sister); Nance Thomas, Elizabeth Davies, Viola Davies, Ruby Andrews, John and Eluned Davies, Barbara Richards, Brian and Cynthia Davies, Raymond and Anna Davies, John and Ilma Smith (brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law); Richard, Janet and Joanne Insley, Julie and Stuart Arnott, George and Ruth Williams, Cerwyn and Shirley Davies, Haydn and Gillian Davies, David and Llewella Price, Joe and Elinor Twose, Ieuan and Valmai Thomas, David and Jane Nash, Maarten Davies and Michael Smith (nephews and nieces); Ceinwen Davies, Gloria, Errol and Paul Williams (cousins) and numerous others. Terence and Pat John, Carolyn, John, Bethan and Martyn Northall, Gareth and Callum Arnott, James and Sue Selby, Harold and Haulwen Warlow, Jane Richards and Susan and Peter Smith (nephews and nieces) were unable to attend. There were family flowers only, but donations in lieu for wards four and ten, Withybush Hospital, are being received by Rev Geoffrey Eynon, Manse, Wolfscastle. The funeral arrangements were undertaken by William Lewis, Ford Bungalow, Wolfscastle.

MRS M. FAIRBAIRN MILFORD HAVEN The funeral took place at The Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses on April 6th, of Mrs Marianne Fairbairn of 2 Harbour Way, Hakin, Milford Haven, who died in Withybush Hospital, on March 30th aged 77. A native of Treharris, she lived in Milford Haven for over 60 years and was devoted to her family. Among her interests was reading. The funeral service, which was conducted by Mr Mel Duckfield, was followed by burial at Milford Haven Cemetery. Left to mourn are her husband Brennin; Sheena and Chris (daughter and partner), Maryce and Mel (daughter and son-in-law); John and Linda, Glenn and Jean, Heath and Samantha (sons and daughters-in-law); Waynne and May (son and partner); Dilys and Betty (sisters); Posie and Norman (sister and brother-in-law); Norma and Malcolm (sister and brother-in-law); Kirsten, Jared, Seth, Abigail, Mandy, Cilla, Kerry, Millissa, Andrew, Emma, Ben, Tom, David, Georgia, Shannon and Wills (grandchildren); Kyle, Christian, Rafe, Caitlin and Morgan great-grandchildren), together with nieces and nephews too numerous to mention. There were family flowers only and the funeral arrangements were carried out by Tom Newing and Sons, Milford Haven. MRS B. A. BIRD TENBY The funeral took place on Friday, of Mrs Beth Amory Bird, of Nyth, South Parade, Tenby. Aged 84, she died at Ashdale Nursing Home, Pembroke, the previous Sunday. Born in Ealing, Beth was the daughter of Hazel Shakespeare Morgan and Group Captain C. E. Cortis-Stanford, DSO and Bars, a founder member of the RAF and previously Fleet Surgeon at Gallipoli. Her colourful nursing career began in 1939, shortly after escaping from the Nazis on the very last crowded ship to leave European shores for England just as war with Germany was declared. Beth's first nursing post was in Sussex, where she survived the bombing and total destruction of the hospital in which she was working. Later, after volunteering for the Women's Land Army, she was stationed at Hell Fire Corner on Romney Marsh, where she escaped death by taking refuge under a heavy kitchen table. This time, it was a doodlebug which flattened the house in which she lived. At the end of hostilities, she returned to nursing and became matron at Clifton College, the Rugby School and finally at the Chelsea Pensiioners' Home, London, before retiring to the one-time family home of Tenby. Beth suffered with very limited sight for a number of years, before finally succumbing to Alzheimer's. She will be sorely missed by her husband Dickie. The funeral service took place at Tenby New Cemetery, when floral tributes were received. The funeral arrangements were carried out by W. and M. J. Rossiter and Sons Ltd, The Old Rectory, The Norton, Tenby.

MR V. C. R. PYE TEMPLETON The funeral took place on Friday, of Mr Vincent Charles Robert Pye, of 21 Picton Close, Templeton. Aged 71, he died at Withybush Hospital the previous Sunday. He is survived by his wife Sue, son Martin, daughter-in-law Michelle, daughter Susan, son-in-law Tim, granddaughters Samantha, Hannah and Molly and great-granddaughter Kaylee. The funeral service was held at Parc Gwyn Crematorium. There were family flowers only, with donations in lieu to Cancer Research being made c/o the funeral directors, W. and M. J. Rossiter and Sons Ltd, The Old Rectory, The Norton, Tenby.

MRS M. ATKINS SAUNDERSFOOT The funeral took place on Monday, of Mrs Merran Atkins, of 5 Brooklands Close, Saundersfoot. Aged 75, she died at Withybush Hospital the previous Tuesday. She is survived by her husband Leslie, son Simon and daughter-in-law Jacqueline, daughter Vivienne and son-in-law Tony, daughter Patricia and son-in-law Eric, daughter Margaret and son-in-law Gavin, daughter Janice and son-in-law Kelvin, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her brother Howard. The funeral service was held at St Issell's Church, Saundersfoot. There were family flowers only, with donations in lieu being made to ward seven, Withybush Hospital, c/o the funeral directors, W. and M. J. Rossiter and Sons Ltd, The Old Rectory, The Norton, Tenby.