Tributes paid as crew member who died in Victoria Pier incident named

Wednesday 23 August 2023

Manche Iles Express has paid tribute to the “unanimously appreciated" crew member who died following an incident at Victoria Pier in Jersey last month.

Bernard Jambon – who has been named by the ferry company for the first time this week – passed away in the night between Saturday 22 and Sunday 23 July.

A Police investigation into the circumstances of his death remains underway.

Following Mr Jambon's funeral, which was held yesterday at Saint Malo Cathedral, the Manche Iles team shared a tribute to their respected colleague.

“It is with great sadness that we write these few words," the company said.

“Unanimously appreciated, we will forever keep in our memories your kindness and good humour.

“Rest in peace Bernard... Fair winds...”

A death notice posted to Ouest-France by the Compagnie des Pêches Saint-Malo pays tribute to 63-year-old Bernard, who had been part of their crews since 1978.

The company wrote: "He never stopped working, at sea and on land, for our activities to work well and to shine.

"Faithful and devoted, he will have left a mark on all those who were lucky enough to cross his path."