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Remembering Alan Sharp, Former Llandudno RNLI Press Officer

Lifeboats News Release

Today, we said our final goodbyes to Alan Sharp, a well-respected member of the Llandudno RNLI family.

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Alan passed away earlier this month following a long illness. His funeral took place today at Colwyn Bay Crematorium.

For almost 20 years, Alan served as Llandudno’s Lifeboat Press Officer, sharing the stories of our crew with dedication, pride, and a true love of the sea. Before joining us, he was a committed fundraising chair in Kelsall, near Chester, already giving so much of his time and energy to supporting the RNLI’s lifesaving work as fundraising chair.

His passion for all-things maritime, his professionalism and steady presence will be remembered by everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. Donations in Alan’s memory are in aid of the RNLI, a cause close to his heart. Thanks for all you gave Alan.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Alan’s family at this difficult time.

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RNLI Media Contacts

For further information, please contact:

Luke Heritage, Volunteer Lifeboat Press Officer for RNLI Wales & West, [email protected]

Claire Fitzpatrick-Smith, RNLI Regional Communications Manager for Wales, West of England and Isle of Man, 07977 728 315, [email protected]

Danielle Rush, RNLI Regional Communications Lead for Wales, West of England and Isle of Man, 07786 668829, [email protected]

RNLI Press Office, 01202 336789, [email protected]

Key facts about the RNLI

The RNLI is the charity that saves lives at sea. Its volunteers provide a 24-hour search and rescue service around the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland coasts. The RNLI operates 238 lifeboat stations in the UK and Ireland and more than 240 lifeguard units on beaches around the UK and Channel Islands. The RNLI is independent of Coastguard and government and depends on voluntary donations and legacies to maintain its rescue service. Since the RNLI was founded in 1824, its lifeboat crews and lifeguards have saved over 146,700 lives.

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Contacting the RNLI - public enquiries

Members of the public may contact the RNLI on 0300 300 9990 (UK) or 1800 991802 (Ireland) or by email.

About the author

Luke Heritage
Lifeboat Press Officer, Llandudno Lifeboat Station

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