Trevor delivers last post with 48 years in the bag

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http://www.westerntelegraph.co.uk/resources/images/3342019/A FIRST-class Pembrokeshire postman, who has served the community for almost 50 years, has hung up his mailbag for the last time.

Trevor James, 64, from Haverfordwest, was given an emotional send-off by Royal Mail colleagues when he retired on Friday (October 24).

Following his father into the industry, Trevor signed up as a telegram boy aged 16, and became a postman within two years.

For the last 15 years he has covered the Puncheston area, and has put his own stamp on the route, often running errands for older villagers on his day off.

Trevor said his customers – all of whom he is on ‘first name terms’ with – were what made the job so enjoyable.

“I couldn’t wish for a better job – out in the fresh air, meeting people and working with some great colleagues. I will miss them all,” said Trevor.

And on top of delivering to customers six days a week, Trevor also proved himself a hero on one occasion, rescuing an elderly lady who had fallen in her home.

“You come across all kinds of things as a postman but this was definitely the most unusual situation that I’ve come across in my 48 years,” he said.

But for Trevor, who is married to Helen and has two children and a granddaughter, retirement won’t mean giving up life on the road.

He hopes to dedicate more time to his role as a volunteer driver with Country Cars - a door-to-door service that helps get local people to and from important appointments.

Royal Mail manager Mark Owen said: “Trevor is a popular member of the 101-strong team of postmen in the office, working hard behind the scenes at the local delivery office in Haverfordwest.”

“We are really sorry to lose Trevor from the office. He has been a true asset to Royal Mail and his colleagues and customers alike all wish him well in his retirement ahead.”

Colleague Ian Farmer, who worked with Trevor for 28 years, said he would be missed by the whole team.

“He’s a super fellow, and a credit to his mates as well as to Royal Mail,” he said.

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“Trevor is a popular member of the 101-strong team of postmen in the office"

Not one female in an office of 101, now that is unusual.