Mr J Barnikel

Neyland

MR Joseph Barnikel, aged 78 of Neyland passed away suddenly on April 4 whilst digging for bait at Dale, preparing for his first big domestic fishing trip of the year the following day.

A loving husband to Brenda, a proud father to Chris, a devoted grandfather to Hannah and Louis and a wonderful father-in-law to Sheri.

A proud Pembrokeshire man, he loved his family, his fishing and his rugby.

Brought up in Llanreath, he served his time with Hayes in the Dockyard before spending 13 years at Esso Milford Haven. He worked for a further 22 years in the Oil industry in Libya as an engineer before retiring in 1996.

In his younger days he played rugby for the Quins but boating and fishing became his great passions.

In recent years his love of sea angling took him to Florida, Kenya and shortly before his death to New Zealand in search of the one that got away.

He lived life to the full and was a kind and generous man always willing to lend others a hand.

He will be sorely missed by his family, those in the local fishing fraternity, the local community, members in Probus and by the many friends he made over the decades.

A service was held at Parc Gwyn, Narberth on Friday May 1.

 

Mr R J Tiller

Penally

RICHARD John Tiller passed away very suddenly on the morning of March 20.

Richard was born in Poole, Dorset in 1946. He grew up in Parkstone, spending much of his childhood at Sandbanks.

Aged 15 he joined the Royal Marines where he became a bandsman, playing the clarinet, and using his ability as a violinist during tours aboard the Royal Yacht and at officers functions. While in regular Marine training he attained his green beret.

On leaving the Marines he studied at the Birmingham Conservatoire (then the Birmingham School of Music) where he became an Associate.

In 1976 he married Carrie and they settled in Cornwall.

Richard was working as a grave digger at this time, a temporary job which gave him great satisfaction with, as he frequently said “No complaints from the customers!”

He and Carrie renovated two tiny cottages which became their first home, White lady’s Cottage.

Anna-Louise their daughter was born in 1978. Richard attended Rolle College in Exmouth, where he qualified as a teacher and in 1981 the family moved to Pembrokeshire.

Here he took up the post of peripatetic string teacher.

He was an enthusiastic and inspirational teacher and founded many string ensembles and orchestras, always giving the credit for performances and results wholly to the pupils and their parents.

Richard and Carrie’s son, Jonathan, was born in 1982.

Despite a demanding work schedule Richard found time to pursue his many interests, particularly the restoration of ageing wooden boats and his tireless campaigning on animal welfare issues, a cause about which he was passionate. By 2008 he was enjoying semi-retirement and had obtained an MA in local history from Trinity College, Carmarthen. He retired fully from County teaching in 2011. Richard was a proud ‘Grumpy’ to Lissie- Ann and Oriel Rose and was looking forward to the birth of Jonathan and Sam’s baby this summer.

He was a man of considerable presence, great musical ability, passionate views and humour. He will be sadly missed.

The funeral arrangements were carried out by John Roberts and Son, of Pembroke Dock.

 

Mrs C M Port

Haverfordwest

MRS Catherine Mary Port passed away at Castle View Nursing Home, Llawhaden on March 30 after a short illness, aged 91.

Known to many as Kay or Kate she was born into a family of 11 girls in Huthwaite, Nottinghamshire, where she spent her childhood growing up surrounded by the countryside and animals that she loved.

On leaving school, she worked for The Metal Box Company, whilst also assisting her mother in her duties as a district nurse, delivering many babies.

At the outbreak of The Second World War, she enlisted as a Marine Wren, based in Deal, Kent, and quickly rose to the rank of Leading Wren.

After the War, she was posted to Cornwall, where she developed a passion for deep-sea fishing. It was here that she met her future husband Terry who was also in The Navy.

They married in Plymouth in 1950. They moved several times with Terry’s Naval postings to Scotland twice, Lancashire twice, Cornwall and Northern Ireland, before settling in Haverfordwest.

Here Kay enjoyed raising her children and getting involved with The Catholic Church and Women’s Union.

She also spent many hours fund raising for the Mary Immaculate School and Band.

With her children now grown up, she turned her energy and skills to nursing for over 20 years. Later in life, another move with Terry’s work saw them in Yeovil, where she continued nursing geriatric patients.

When they both retired, they made the decision to return to Pembrokeshire once more.

She devoted her time to her grandchildren. She was always cooking for family and friends. Amongst her many pastimes were knitting, tending to her garden and visiting country houses, loving the history involved with them.

She was well into her 80’s before ill health irritatingly slowed her down.

She will always be remembered for her no nonsense attitude, wicked sense of humour and welcoming smile.

Whatever you did in life, as long as you did it well, she was always there to encourage you.

The funeral service was held at Parc Gwyn Crematorium on April 15 and it was officiated by Cannon Dorian Davies.

Donations in lieu to The Paul Sartori Foundation, 31, Haven Road, Haverfordwest, SA67 1DU.

The bearers were Mr Christopher Port (son); Mr Steve Hopkins (son-in-law) Mr Mike Morris (grandson) and Mr Russel Port (grandson).

Left to mourn are Mr Terry Port (husband;) Christopher and Dianne Port (son and daughter-in-law); Catherine Morris (daughter); Rita and Steve Hopkins (daughter and son-in-law); Gareth and Bridget Port (grandson and wife); Nicholas and Laura Port (grandson and wife); Russell and Allison Port (grandson and wife); Peter Morris (grandson); Mike Morris (grandson) and Katherine Port (great granddaughter).

The funeral arrangements were carried out by Roy Folland and Son of Haverfordwest with professionalism and dignity.

 

Mr W R Lewis

Burry Port

MR William Ronald Lewis (known as Roy) passed away at Withybush Hospital on March 3. He was from Dolau Fan Road, Burry Port and was 86.

For the majority of his life he worked for the Post Office and then was a civil servant.

His main interests were rugby especially Scarletts and Wales, gardening, round table, and lifeboat.

He was predeceased by his wife Iris in 2004.

There were cousins, nephews, nieces and sisters-in-law left to mourn.

The funeral was held at Parc Gwyn Crematorium and it was officiated by Rev Elwyn John.

The bearers were Mark, Dorian, Graham and Stewart.

Donations for the British Legion and the Wales Air Ambulance are c/o E C Thomas and son, Zoar Chapel Funeral Home, Llanteg, Narberth who also carried out the funeral arrangements.

 

Mr G O Moore

Hakin

THE funeral of Glyn Owen Moore known to family and friends as Dinty took place at Parc Gwyn Crematorium on April 24.

After a short illness he passed away at Withybush Hospital, leaving behind sons Keith (Jonah), David and daughter-in-law Pauline, brother and sister Cliff and Doreen, grandchildren Sally-Ann and Matthew and two great grandchildren Ashleigh and Thomas.

Donations to the RNIB can be made in his memory c/o Sally Richardson, Pine Lodge, St Anne’s Drive, Hakin SA73 3EH.

Dinty is now reunited with his true love Rita and will always in the hearts of the family.

The funeral arrangements were carried out by Tom Newing and Sons Ltd, of Milford Haven.