The late Barry Cass, the legendary landlord of the Duke of York in Cowes, was fondly remembered at Cowes Lifeboat Station when a cheque for £5,420.17 was recently presented to the RNLI by his widow, Sally.
The money was raised from a special Barry Case Memorial Fundraiser party at the public house, where Sally is now the pub’s licensee following Barry’s death 2 years ago.
Further donations were given directly to the RNLI – taking the actual total to over £6,000.
There was yet more good news for the life-saving charity – with Sally’s decision to make the fundraiser party an annual event.
Also at the cheque presentation were station members rewarded for their commitment and skill.
2 Launch Authorities, Harry Leslie and John Mason, both received the RNLI’s prestigious Excellence in Volunteering Awards. Harry for his first-class management skills, imparting his extensive maritime knowledge and supporting all volunteers; John for his skill in training all the newcomers to reach a high level.
The boat crews on 3 2021 ‘shouts’ were recognised by the RNLI for their skills: Ady Stothard, Jack Banks, Andy Bond, Adam Wilson, Willoughby Matthews, Andy Stretton, Mat Randall and Jason Hughes.
Certificates were presented for crew completing the commercial STCW95 First Aid courses: Jason Hughes, Jason Moore, James Findlay, Josh Matthews and Jimmy Ingram.
Also officially thanked for her operational service was retired Launch Authority, Jane Reeve.
Presenting the awards was RNLI Council Member and local resident, Andrew Cooper.
