Pentz’s wife Eva, sitting with her three daughters Galaya-Skye, Jeriah-Storm and Katurah-Deluge, were overcome with emotion during the service.
Pentz’s mum Rosa said her son was a hero and legend, and would be remembered in that way.
Pentz’s wife Eva recalled how they had met and how he proposed, calling him an adorable soul who loved fiercely.
Stephan Cloete recalled the time he met Pentz and how, as an animal ambassador, he went beyond the call of duty to protect and rescue all animals.
Lisa Starr of the Helderberg Ocean Awareness Movement recalled some of Pentz’s rescues of seals on the beach, and urged all to keep his memory alive by caring and protecting all animals.
More than 100 people attended the memorial service, held at the Strand Town Hall.
Pentz’s wife Eva embraces his mother Rosa during the service.
Pentz’s mum Rosa thanked everyone for their support and couldn’t hold back the tears every time someone paid their private tribute to her son.
A friend of Pentz’s consoles his wife, Eva.
