A driver accused of killing an "amazing father" in a collision has denied causing his death by dangerous driving. Mark Rowley, 31, died on March 17 following a three-vehicle collision near Abergavenny.
Shane White, 53, appeared at Cardiff Crown Court on Thursday where he pleaded not guilty to causing death by dangerous driving. He also denied causing death by driving while uninsured.
Mr Rowley, from Penygarn, was travelling on the B4269 in Llanellen on March 10 when the collision happened. He was taken to hospital for treatment but died a week later.
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Judge Jeremy Jenkins remanded White on bail until his next court appearance. The defendant, of Cooper's Way, Llanfoist, Monmouthshire, is due to stand trial on February 6 next year.
At the time of his death, Mark's family described him as a man with "the biggest heart" in a tribute to him. They said: "Mark was a wonderful man. He was an amazing father, son, fiancé, brother, uncle and friend to many, who was tragically taken too soon."
His mother added: “We have two loving sons; one has been taken away too soon but his life and legacy will continue to live on through his children and big brother. Losing our boy in such harrowing circumstances has destroyed our family.
"Mum, dad and Scott will take care of Kirsty and the children for you. As your mum, I made you a promise my boy that I will not let your death be in vain. “To have lost Mark is heartbreaking – it has come as such a shock to us all. His life was far too brief.
Mark's brother added: “I will miss my brother who I was blessed enough to call my best friend and drinking buddy. He had the biggest heart whilst being the life and soul of the party. Until we meet again bro. Mark may be in heaven now, but he is looking down at us with a big smile on his face, pint in his hand and saying ‘move forward, make the best of life, cherish the memories – and I’ll see you all soon. Love you’.”
His fiancé described him as her "soul mate" and "inspiration", adding: “My steadfast rock that helped me and our children through thick and thin. Mark supported and loved us all and will love him forever.”
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