Obituaries published on Wednesday 18th January 2006

MR D. CRESSEY PEMBROKE DOCK The death occurred on December 26th at Withybush Hospital, Haverfordwest, of Derek Cressey, 4 Greville Court, off Albion Square, Pembroke Dock. Mr Cressey was 66 and had been in hospital for one week. A native of Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, Mr Cressey was employed as a painter and decorator and a shot blaster on Cleddau Bridge during his working life. He came to work on the bridge in 1974 where he met his wife and never left. He loved Pembrokeshire and the quiet pace of life. Mr Cressey's main interests were fishing, DIY and his grandchildren. He leaves to mourn his wife Irene. The funeral took place at St John's Church, Pembroke Dock on January 4th at 11am followed by interment at Llanion. The bearers were John Cressey, Ben Williams, Don Esmond And Darren Esmond. There were family flowers only but donations in lieu may be made to Ward Ten, Withybush Hospital. Principal mourners were Irene (wife); Tracey and Steve (daughter and son-in-law); Sharon and Jim (daughter and son-in-law); Angela and Colin (daughter and son-in-law); John and Sam (son and daughter-in-law); Duncan and Helene (son and daughter-in-law'); Wendy (daughter); grandchildren Ben, Mark, Nikki, Michael, Brandon, Cameron, Aidon, Jason, Adam, Liam, Logan; great grandchild Shannon.; Dot (mother-in-law); Reg and Pauline (brother and sister-in-law; Joan (sister); Margaret (sister); Jean (sister); Pauline (sister) and all their families. Mr Cressey was one of 16 children. He always loved helping other people, never wanting help for himself. Even while ill with cancer he still put others first. John Roberts and Son, funeral directors, carried out the funeral arrangements.

MR C. DAVIES NARBERTH The funeral of Colin Davies, Vianco, Jesse Road, Narberth, took place at Bethesda Baptist Chapel on Monday, January 9th. Mr Davies was a well-known Narberth figure and the service was attended by many members of the chapel and the local community. The officiating minister was Rev Chris Rees with Rev Hywel Brown in attendance. This was followed by a private service at Parc Gwyn Crematorium. Mr Davies was born in Station Road, Narberth, in 1912. He was the youngest of five children born to Richard and Louisa Davies. He lived in the town all his life; at the time of his death he was probably the oldest man born and bred in Narberth. He attended Narberth County Primary and Narberth Grammar Schools and, on leaving school, started working in the business his father established in the 1880s - R H Davies and Son, Golden Sheaf, High Street, Narberth. He married Olwen Davies in 1937 and took over the family business, making his home in the Golden Sheaf. When war broke out in 1939, he joined the Home Guard and trained his wife, Olwen to run the business. He was called up in 1941 and joined the RAF, serving as a bomb armourer in Melksham, Moreton, in the Marsh and later in Pembroke Dock arming the depth charges for the Sunderland flying boats. After the war he returned to develop the drapery business at a time of rationing and used his initiative to find drapery goods from a variety of different sources often travelling to London, Bristol and Cardiff to obtain stock. He built up a thriving family business with customers coming from far and wide to shop with him. Mr Davies attended Bethesda Baptist Chapel all his life becoming a deacon over 50 years ago and then was made a life deacon in recognition of his years of service to the chapel. He was always kind to everyone and ready to help wherever he could. He had a wonderful sense of humour and loved to share many stories of amusing events in his life. Colin was married to Olwen for 65 happy years until her death over two years ago. They received telegrams from the Queen on their 60th and 65th wedding anniversaries. Being such a sociable person, going to the Lee Davies Day Centre became one of the highlights of Colin's life. After losing his devoted wife he attended the Day Centre every day and loved it. With the help of his team of really good carers and his daughters, Vicki and Andrea visiting regularly, he was really happy to be able to continue to live in his own home despite being registered blind. Apart from losing his eye sight, Colin enjoyed excellent health during his 32 year retirement, until a few weeks before his death. He was a wonderful father and grandfather and a very popular member of the Day Centre and will be sadly missed. The bearers were members of Bethesda Baptist Chapel, namely Aubrey Mason, Peter Morris, Alan Powditch and Ray Harford. The chief mourners were: Vicki and John, Andrea and Bill (daughters and sons-in-law); Nicholas and Alexander (grandsons), David Harries (great nephew) and June John who played the organ. Dr Hugh John (nephew) was unfortunately ill and unable to attend. There were family flowers only with donations, if so desired, towards the Lee Davies Day Centre, Bloomfield, Narberth c/o Ken Davies and Sons, Funeral Directors, Clynderwen.

MR J.F.J.GRAVES MILFORD HAVEN A former wartime Sunderland pilot at Pembroke Dock, James Frederick John (Jim) Graves of Stonecrop, 22, South Hook Road, Gelliswick, Milford Haven, died suddenly at his home on December 29th, aged 83. A native of Huntingdon, he flew as a Flight Lieutenant pilot on Sunderland Flying Boats with 201 Squadron, having arrived at Pemroke Dock in 1945. It was there that he met his wife Joan, a member of the Griffiths family from Neyland. For many years he was a journalist and newspaper editor in both the UK and the Caribbean, and played many sports, continuing to play tennis and golf until recent years. He was given a pleasant surprise by his family to mark his 80th birthday when they arranged a flight from Withybush airfield. He took the controls with practised ease for a nostalgic flight over the Haven waterway. He had learned to fly in the USA, soloing on Tiger Moths and gaining his US wings on Catalina flying boats. He and his wife retired to Milford Haven in 1990. Left to mourn are Joan (wife), June and Richard (daughter and son-in-law), David and Dawn (son and daughter-in-law), and four grandchildren Charlotte, Toby, Daniel and Thomas. The funeral took place at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth, on Thursday, January 4th, when the Rev Martyn Evans officiated and the bearers were David Graves, Richard and Toby Beales and Robin Moore. The funeral arrangements were carried out by Tom Newing and Sons, Milford Haven.

MR R. A. GOUGH PEMBROKE Reginald Arthur Gough, of 52 St Michael's Road, Pembroke, died peacefully on December 23rd at Grantham, Lincolnshire, aged 78. A native of Maiden Wells, Reginald had worked as a civil engineer with George Wimpey for more than 30 years. He also worked as a car mechanic at Millwright and a manager at a heavy plant workshop. He served in the Royal Horse Artillery at Aden and Palestine. His interests were football, walking, travel, rugby and photography and he was a member of the Monkton church. Reginald was the last surviving member of the Gough family from Iverston Lodge, Maiden Wells and was the youngest son of James and Nellie Gough. Family left to mourn are: Barbara Gough, Graham, Gary and families. The funeral took place on January 5th at Monkton Priory church, followed by cremation at Parc Gwyn, Narberth and was conducted by Rev Martin Cox. The bearers were Graham, Gary, Richard and Alun Gough. Principal mourners were: Barbara Gough, Graham, Gary and families. There were family flowers only with donations for Monkton Priory church, Pembroke, c/o Graham Thomas, 34 Charles Thomas Avenue, Pembroke Dock, SA72 6UR. The funeral arrangements were carried out by E. C. Thomas and Son, Funeral Directors, 31 Stockwell Road, Pembroke Dock.

MR J. REYNOLDS PEMBROKE The death occurred peacefully on December 23rd at Ward 10, Withybush Hospital, after a one month stay, of Jim Reynolds, 2 Church View, Hodgeston, Pembroke, aged 76. A native of Freshwater East, Lamphey, Mr Reynolds served five years in the RAF as a chippy during the early 1950s. He was stationed for two years in St Athens and three years in Pembroke Dock. He also worked on the construction of the power station and refineries in the 60s and then changed career to HGV driving in the 1970s working at Pembroke Transport and S. J. Talbot in the 1980s. He worked in local timber mills and then returned to driving trucks in the 1990s. Jim's last full time job was HGV driving for Haven Maritime, delivering and collecting marine equipment and diesel engines. His main interests were gardening, local history, vintage vehicles and collecting memorabilia. He was also a member of the RAF ground crew and was a keen patron and supporter of Hodgeston church. Predeceased by his wife Pam, family left to mourn are: Brian, Martin and Graham (sons); Eileen, Chris and Sue (daughters-in-law); Gavin, Hayley, Thomas, Hannah, Dean, and Emma (grandchildren); Bethan, and Freya (great grandchildren); Vera, and Stella (sisters); John (brother-in-law); Margaret and Gwyneth (sisters-in-law). The funeral took place on Wednesday, January 4th, at Lamphey church followed by cremation at Parc Gwyn, Narberth, and was conducted by Rev Martin Cox of Lamphey. The bearers were Brian, Martin, Graham, Dean Reynolds, Jeremy Phillips and Steven Howells. Principal mourners were: Brian, Eileen, Gavin, Jamie, Bethan, Freya, Hayley, Rob, Martin, Chris, Thomas, Hannah, Graham, Sue, Dean, Emma, Stella, Sandra, Ron, Vera, John, Jeremy, Joanne, Elys, Evans, Catherine, John, Janice, Margaret, Michael, Keith, Gwyneth, Debryn, Geraint, Denise, David, and Billy Bessant. There flowers from close family and George Worrall and all the staff at Pembroke Port. Donations to Cancer Research, c/o Graham Thomas, 34 Charles Thomas Avenue, Pembroke Dock, SA72 6UR. The funeral arrangements were carried out by E. C. Thomas and Son, Funeral Directors, 31 Stockwell Road, Pembroke Dock.

MRS S. A. SUMMERS JOHNSTON Sara Ann (Nan) Summers, formerly of 18 Augustine Way, Haverfordwest, died on December 24th at Fairfield Nursing Home, Johnston. She was 90 and had been married to Ashley, who predeceased her in 1972. A large gathering of family and friends attended the funeral on Thursday, January 5th. A service was held at St Thomas church followed by interment at City Road Cemetery. Family left to mourn are: Doris James, Megan John, and Mair Evans (sisters); Doreen Evans (sister-in-law) Michael Clancy (brother-in-law); along with numerous nephews, nieces and cousins. The bearers were Michael Clancy, David Clancy, David John and Richard Llewellyn (nephews). Unable to attend the funeral were Doris and Mair (sisters) and Doreen (sister-in-law). The funeral arrangements were carried out by Glyn Thomas and Son.

MRS A. M. BENdLE CLYNDERWEN Audrey May Bendle of Four Seasons, Clynderwen, died suddenly at home on November 21st. She was 78. She was born in Wiltshire, the elder of two children of a farming family. She and her husband Eric lived in or around Wiltshire for most of their lives, until moving to Pembrokeshire in 1988, first to Mynachlogddu, then in 2000 to Clynderwen. Always having a keen interest in the countryside and agriculture, she worked as a milk recorder until her 70th birthday. Apart from her family, her main interests were gardening, letter writing, to an enormous circle of friends and relations and researching family history. She was also an active member of the church. She leaves to mourn Eric, her husband of 57 years, her daughter Barbara, grandchildren Megan and Tobias, Jim and Betty, brother and sister-in-law, John and Anita, Ken and Mary brothers-in-law and wives, and Shirley, sister-in-law, also nephews, nieces, cousins and friends too may to name The funeral was held on November 28th at St Mary's Church, Maenclochog, followed by interment in the Bethel Chapel Cemetery at Mynachlogddu. Officiating at the church were Rev Chancellor M. G. R. Morris, Rev G. Gwyther, Rev A Bailey, Rev K. Taylor and Parch Eirian Wyn Lewis, who also officiated at the burial. The organist was Sylvia Thomas-Palmer. A tribute was made by Keith Skipper. Officiating at the burial was Rev Eirian Wyn Lewis. The bearers were Toby Davies, Jacob Lloyd, Cerwyn and Dyfed Davies, Tony Galvin and Vic Dennis. The church was full which was an indication of the affection and esteem felt for her by the family and friends who were able to attend. The principle mourners were Eric - husband, Barbara - daughter, Megan and Tobias - grandchildren, also Jim and Betty, John and Anita, Shirley, Ken and Mary (brother, and brothers and sisters in law), Heather (niece) and Stephen (nephew). Many of the friends who attended travelled a long distance to do so, many other relatives and friends were there in spirit but unable to attend in person. There were family flowers only, with donations in lieu of flowers for the Parkinson's Society to be sent to Stewart Treharne of E. C. Thomas and Son, funeral directors, Archways, Green Plains, Stepaside, Narberth, who carried out the funeral arrangements.

DR. W.G. PATERSON HOOK Dr William George Paterson, who was in general practice in Neyland from 1960 to 1981, died on December 19th aged 89. Dr Paterson lived in his beloved Pembrokeshire for 42 years before moving to a care home near Chester in 2002. He will be sorely missed. The funeral has taken place.

MR. P. CRAY TENBY The funeral took place on Friday, December 30th, at St Mary's Church, Tenby, of Mr Peter Cray, of Trevaughan, Warren Street, Tenby, who died on December 22nd. Aged 51, Peter was a native of Begelly, but had lived in Tenby for 26 years. Predeceased by his parents Bill and Betty Cray, he is survived by his wife Marilyn, children Kirsty and her partner Karl, Charlotte, Benjamin and his partner Tara, Victoria, and granddaughter Chloe. Peter was a serving police officer for 30 years, joining as a cadet at the age of 16. He was stationed at Tenby, Llanelli, and police HQ in Carmarthen, where he was attached to the Fraud Sqaud and Special Branch units, also specialising in the HOLMES unit. After retiring, Peter worked for the serious fraud unit in London and also for the British Transport Police in Birmingham. He received a number of commendations for work investigating large-scale frauds and also for work involving computer fraud in conjunction with the FBI. Peter had a great love of all sport and was a former coach to the Tenby youth rugby team and also fixture secretary for Tenby RFC. As well as being a past committee member of the Rabbits Society at Tenby Golf Club, he also formerly played cricket for Kilgetty and darts for Tenby RFC. Principal mourners at the funeral service were: Marilyn Cray (wife); Kirsty and Karl (daughter and her partner); Charlotte (daughter); Benjamin and Tara (son and his partner); Victoria (daughter); Mr. J. Waring (father-in-law); Malcolm and Sarah Waring, Nigel and Denise Cousins, Graham and Carol Waring, Colin and Beverly Green (brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law); Ria and George (aunt and uncle); Tom, Josh and Loren Green, Matthew, Phillip and Rachel, Holly and Barr and Rhys Cousins (nephews and nieces) and many cousins too numerous to mention. Unable to attend were: Marjoria and Charlie, Leslie and Thelma (aunts and uncles); Sandra, Mike, Joe and Adam (cousins); Mrs. T. Waring (mother-in-law); Gary and Stephanie Waring, Jack Waring (nephews and niece); and Chloe Cray (granddaughter). The service was conducted by the rector, Canon D. Jenkins. There were family flowers only, with donations in lieu for the Gareth Scotcher Trust Fund and Tenby Health Centre, c/o W. and M. J. Rossiter and Sons Ltd., The Old Rectory, The Norton, Tenby, who carried out the funeral arrangements. MR W. G. FLYNN haverfordwest The funeral took place on Friday, January 6th at Albany church, Hill Street, Haverfordwest, of Mr William George Flynn, of the Deblyn, Haverfordwest. Billy, as he was well known, was 83. He grasped every bit of life. He was a well-loved husband, dad, gags and friend, which was shown by the attendance at the church. The service was one with a difference and showed the way Billy wanted people to remember him. The congregation were played two songs by Frank Sinatra (Billy's favourite singer), and asked to listen or sing along. A tribute to Bill was read by his granddaughter Lisa. It's a huge loss to all his family and all who knew him. There were family flowers only, but donations in lieu of flowers can be sent to Kay Devonald, 25 Delapore Drive, Haverfordwest. These will be forwarded to CCU at Withybush.

Mrs M. F. I. Phillips Rosemarket The death occurred on December 31st 2005 at Withybush Hospital, Haverfordwest, of Mrs Margaret Florence Irene (Rene) Phillips, Ridgeway, The Beacon, Rosemarket. She was 88. A native of Milford Haven, Mrs Phillips was employed at Dyfed Cleaning Services until she retired to keep house for her son David and young grandson James, due to the early death of her daughter-in-law Sheila. Predeceased by her husband Jimmy in 1970, Mrs Phillips leaves to mourn: David (son); James and Chloe (grandson and wife); Marley (great-grandson); Drew (great-granddaughter); Joan and Bill James (sister and brother-in-law); Shirley and Tony Robertson (sister and brother-in-law); Martin and Andrew (stepsons); and many other family and friends. The funeral took place on January 9th at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, and was officiated by Rev Alan Chadwick. The funeral arrangements were carried out by Tom Newing and Sons Ltd, Milford Haven.

MR R. A. RICHARDS SOLVA Mr Raymond Anthony Richards, of 20 Bryn Seion, Solva, died at his home on January 6th, aged 62. Mr Richards was formerly of 23 Glynamel Road, Lower Town, Fishguard and served in the Merchant Navy. He worked as a welder, retiring through ill health. His main interests were art, animals, wildlife, music and the environment. Ray was a kind, gentle man who loved animals and cared for the environment with a passion. He loved to draw and paint and was a well known character in Solva, where he was known as Magic Ray. Family left to mourn are: Janet Jenkins (sister); Terry Jenkins (brother-in-law); Julie, David and Louise (children); Norma (former wife); Richard, Lyndon, Sarah and Jenny (nephews and partners); grandchildren; Lauren, Charley, Georgia and Francis (great-nieces). The funeral took place on Thursday, January 12th at St David's church, Whitchurch and was conducted by Rev Paul Davies. Bearers were Richard Jenkins, Terry Jenkins and Ronnie Gainworth. Principal mourners were: Janet and Terry Jenkins, Julie, David, Louise, Norma, Richard and Sarah, grandchildren and great nieces. Unable to attend were Lyndon and Jenny. There was family flowers only with donations in lieu to World Wildlife Fund, c/o Richard Jenkins, 25 Burgage Green Road, St Ishmaels, Haverfordwest. The funeral arrangements were carried out by Tom Newing and Sons, Milford Haven.

MRS N. ROBERTS PEMBROKE DOCK Mrs Nora Roberts (ne Davies), of 26 Laws Street, Pembroke Dock, died at Morriston Hospital on December 30th, aged 83. Mrs Roberts had spent two weeks at Withybush Hospital and one week at Morriston Hospital. Nora left school at the age of 14 and went to work as a housemaid at Colley's coal merchants, Pembroke, and then for Mrs Johns, Manorbier. During the war she worked in munitions factories in Newport and Cardiff. In 1944 Nora married Vaughan (Tommy) Roberts of Cosheston and after the war she worked in the County Hospital, Haverfordwest. She then became warden of Moravian Court, and was also on the home help for many years before retiring. Her main interests were her home, family, helping others and she had a great love of animals. Predeceased by her husband, Thomas John Vaughan Roberts, Nora leaves to mourn are: Phyllis Coaker, Dena Sturmey and Pauline Wells (sisters); Sidney Sturmey, Raymond Wells and Teddy Roberts (brothers-in-law); Nancy Davies and Edna Jones (sisters-in-law). The funeral took place on January 10th at St Michael's church, Pembroke followed by cremation at Parc Gwyn, and was officiated by Rev Roger Jones. Bearers were Roger Davies, Kenneth Davies, Thomas Roberts, Richard Roberts, and Graham Thomas. Family mourners are: Phyllis Coaker, Dena Sturmey and Pauline Wells (sisters); Sidney Sturmey, Raymond Wells and Teddy Roberts (brothers-in-law); Nancy Davies and Edna Jones (sisters-in-law); also cousins, nephews, nieces and close friends. Unable to attend were: Edna Jones, Sidney Sturmey, Raymond Wells, Stephen and Claire Wells, Pauline and David Coates, Barrie and Sandra Sturmey, Fay and Michael Bohill, Cheryl and Sven Soh'l (Germany), and all nephews and nieces, too numerous to mention. Donations, in lieu of flowers, for the Guide Dogs for the Blind or PAWS, Pembroke Dock, to be sent to Mr Graham Thomas, of 34 Charles Thomas Avenue, Pembroke Dock. The funeral arrangements were carried out by E. C. Thomas and Son, Pembroke Dock.

MR J. MORSE CALDICOT, GWENT The death occurred on December 27th, after a few days' stay, at the Royal Gwent Hospital, of Mr John Morse, of Grove Gardens, Caldicot, Gwent. He was 70. Mr Morse was a native of Haverfordwest and was the eldest son of the late Mr and Mrs Jim Morse, of Priory Avenue, Haverfordwest. He worked as a stoker with British Rail before joining the Royal Welch Fusiliers, based in Germany, where he met his late wife Liz and her adopted son Wolfram. On leaving the Royal Welsh Fusiliers, John worked as a driver for the Western Welsh Buses and then moved to Caldicot to work as a driver of car transporters, travelling all over the UK delivering cars, taking early retirement to look after his wife when she became ill. John used to enjoy camping before ill-health prevented him. Predeceased by his wife, Elizabeth and son, Wolfram, family left to mourn are: Muriel and Derek Frost (sister and brother-in-law); Glenda Nicholls, and Dorothy Morse (sisters); Wynford and Susan Morse (brother and sister-in-law); Avril and Jim Walmsley (sister and brother-in-law); Michael Frost, Pat and Peter Mason, Helen and Steve Riley, Paul Edgar, Colyn Nicholls and Maureen, Janet and Brian Owen, Diane Rhodes, Angela Morse, Christopher Morse, Carl Walmsley and Sister Sharon (nephews and nieces, and their families); also Alice and her daughter Sue, who cared for John in the last years of his illness. The funeral took place on Tuesday, January 3rd at Gwent crematorium. Principal mourners were: Muriel Frost, Glenda Nicholls, and Dorothy Morse (sisters); Wynford Morse (brother); Avril and Jim Walmsley (sister and brother-in-law); Michael Frost (nephew); Pat Mason and Amy Mason (niece and great niece); Alice, Sue and Christopher (close friends).

MRS S. GODLEY LICHFIELD (formerly of Tenby) The death of Mrs Stephanie Godley (ne Lillycrop) occurred on December 30th, 2005, at her home, 19 Scotch Orchard, Lichfield. Stephanie, who was 45, died after a courageous battle against cancer over the last four years. Born and brought up in Tenby, she was the eldest daughter of the late Peter and Wendy Lillycrop and step-daughter of Anne. Following her marriage in 1983, she made her home in Lichfield. She is survived by her husband John and five children, Luke, Kira, Joel, Brittany and Rhianon, sister Karen, brother Philip and their families. The funeral took place on Monday, at Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints church at Lichfield.

MR P. LILLYCROP TENBY The funeral of Mr Peter Lillycrop, of Polperro, Picton Road, Tenby was held at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth on January 6th. Peter, who was 75, died at Withybush Hospital on Boxing Day, following a six-year struggle with Parkinson's Disease and a bad reaction to drugs, which had confined him to a wheelchair. During this time he had been cared for by his wife Anne. As well as Anne, Peter is survived by his daughter, Dr Karen Lillycrop and her husband Paul McNamara, son and daughter-in-law Philip and Fiona, granddaughter Megan, stepbrother Robert, together with Helen and Walter Mayhew, sister-in-law and brother-in-law, and numerous nieces and nephews. Tragically, his eldest daughter, Stephanie Godley, lost her battle against cancer and died at her home in Lichfield four days after Peter on December 30th. Born within the town walls, Peter spent all his life in his beloved Tenby, apart from two years' National Service, mostly spent in Germany. He began work as a clerical assistant in the engineering department of the South Wales Electricity Board in the late '50s and remained with them until his retirement in 1990 having worked in Tenby, Haverfordwest and Carmarthen. Peter's main interest apart from his family - having brought up his three young children following the untimely death of his first wife Wendy in 1974 - was male voice choirs. He was a founder member of the former Kilgetty Male Choir, being their secretary for many years. He was also a founder member of the world-renowned Cor Meibion De Cymru and served as a committee member, touring with the choir to America, Holland in the '80s and early '90s before ill health prevented him taking part. His wife Anne is chairman of their ladies' committee, and is also chairman of the Tenby and Pembrokeshire Branch of the Guide Dogs for the Blind Association - another group which Peter helped to form in 1975 and through which Peter and Anne met. The large and representative attendance at the funeral which included family, friends, work colleagues, members of various male choirs, together with representatives from too many organisations to mention, proved the very high esteem in which Peter was held. The service was conducted by Rev Dennis Baxter. A tribute to Peter was read by his nephew Mark Beech, and prayers were said by the former chaplain of Cor Meibion De Cymru, Bishop Ivor Rees. The bearers were Martin and Jonathan Mayhew (nephews) and Peter Oliver and Colin Rogers (friends and members of Cor Meibion De Cymru). There were immediate family flowers only, with donations in lieu being made to the Parkinson's Association or Pembrokeshire Crossroads, c/o W. and M. J. Rossiter and Sons Ltd, The Old Rectory, The Norton, Tenby, who carried out the funeral arrangements.

MR P. G. HUSBANDS CLARBESTON ROAD Mr Peter Gordon Husbands, of White Lodge, Clarbeston Road, died at home after a long struggle with cancer and many months on Ward ten, on January 2nd, aged 69. Mr Husbands was a native of Hereford and did his National Service in the Royal Artillery Trials Establishment from 1950 to 1958. He started his working life as a surveyor, but then trained and worked as a drama teacher before becoming a theatre equipment consultant for Strand Electric from 1967 to 1981. He was secretary of the Drama Board (a national examining board for teachers). Peter's final job was another change of career to managing director of Kemble Press (publishers and printers) from 1981 until his retirement in 1996. His main interests were philately (he was editor of Germania for seven years), historical research, literature, music, model-making, U3A - he was editor of its newsletter for two years, bridge and cooking. Peter was a distinguished and well-liked Mason, unassuming but very committed to the order into which he was initiated in 1966. Family left to mourn and principal mourners are: Nova Husbands (wife); Adam and Lesley Husbands (son and daughter-in-law); David Husbands and Jo, Michael Husbands and Claire (sons and partners); Nathan, Tate, Charlotte, Pia and Thomas (grandchildren); Hilary and Bill, Andrea and family (cousins); Peter and Barbara Beer (brother and sister-in-law). The funeral took place on Saturday, January 7th at St Mary Magdalene church, Wiston followed by interment at St Aidan's church, Llawhaden and was conducted by Rev Nicholas Cale. Bearers were J. A. Carnes, D. N. Adams, D. M. Lewis and J. Rees. There was family flowers only. The funeral arrangements were carried out by Jenkins and Phillips Ltd, Fishguard.