Rupert is to retire from Howth RNLI

LIFEBOAT Operations Manager (LOM) at Howth RNLI, Rupert Jeffares, is to retire from his post after giving more than 50 years’ tireless dedication to the charity.

Mr Jeffares has contributed to saving hundreds of lives at sea, since he joined as a volunteer crewmember in the 1960s, and in more recent years as he authorised the launch of Howth’s lifeboats and assisted with the efficient management of the lifeboat station.

Last year, at the RNLI awards ceremony in the Barbican Centre in London, Mr Jeffares received a Bar to the Gold Badge, the second highest accolade awarded by the lifesaving institution in acknowledgement of his commitment to the charity.

Chairman of Howth RNLI Russell Rafter said:

“He is a much-loved, greatly respected and valued member of Howth RNLI, and will be sorely missed.

“We would like to invite all his friends, family and RNLI colleagues to mark Rupert’s contribution to Howth RNLI with a reception and presentation in Howth Yacht Club at 8pm on Thursday, April 23.

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The new Lifeboat Operations Manager for Howth RNLI, Colm Newport, will take up his post at the beginning of May.