Service to Unveil Commemoration Plaque for Coxswain Alan Owen at RNLI Moelfre

The event took place at the RNLI Moelfre Lifeboat Station, where Alan's mother, Helen, unveiled the plaque. This plaque commemorates Alan's life and his 34 years of dedicated service to the RNLI Moelfre Lifeboat and the community. During the ceremony, Coxswain Vince Jones and Launch Authority Ieuan Williams delivered readings. Both Helen and Alan's partner, Mags, express their gratitude to everyone who attended today's service.

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Helen and Mags would also like to thank the RNLI volunteer and full-time crew, Bedwyr Rees; Aber Quarry Moelfre; Pen y Bryn Joniery; North West Stone Masonry; and the RNLI Shoreworks team for their invaluable assistance, highlighting their lasting impact and inspiring pride among attendees

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