These are all the loved ones remembered in funeral notices and family announcements across Swansea made between April 8 and April 14. To see a full list of family announcements visit this section of the WalesOnline website where you can search by name, date, and location. You can also post your own announcements and notices there.
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Stephen John Gray
Suddenly on 2nd April at his home in Llansamlet, Stephen. Cherished son of Janet and John, loving father of Ceri, proud bampi of Kai, Charley, Holly, Ella and Harper, much loved brother of Sarah and Simon, also a loved brother-in-law and uncle. A Celebration for the life of Stephen will take place at Swansea Crematorium on Friday 29th April at 2pm. Family flowers only Donations if so desired to the British Heart Foundation c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH. Tel (01792) 650205
Annie May Legg
(Nee Bresnan) Passed away peacefully on 30th March 2022 at Hengoed Court Care Home aged 100 years. Annie, formerly of Chepstow Place, Bonymaen, beloved wife of the late Edward, much loved mother of Christine and Terry, a dear mother-in-law to Victor and Mandy, loving grandmother to Nicola, Christian, Amiee and Chloe, and great grandmother to Jack, Evie, Cai and Ioan. A private family service will be held at Gwyn Jones Chapel of Rest on Thursday 21st April followed by interment at Morriston Cemetery (section NN) at 1:45pm where friends kindly meet. Flowers and all enquiries to: Gwyn Jones Funeral Director 118 Trallwn Road Llansamlet Swansea SA7 9UU Tel: 01792 771066 / 07483125296
Pamela Phillips
(Nee Eaton) Peacefully on Sunday 3rd April at her home with her family by her side. Pam loving wife of Jeff, proud mother of Claire and Caroline, mother-in-law to Simon, devoted Nannie to Shae, Caden, Jaxon and Carter, sister-in-law to Russell, caring auntie of Alison, Wayne and Boys. Reunited with her parents Katie and Donald, cherished sister of Marlene. Pam will will be greatly missed by her loving family, friends and all who were privileged to know her. Funeral service at Llanelli Crematorium 1.00pm, Thursday 21st April 2022. Donations in lieu of flowers if so desired to the Alzheimer's Society c/o Clive Harris Independent Funeral Directors, 84 Sterry Road, Gowerton, Swansea, SA4 3BW. Tel: 01792 879516.
Roger Davies Rees
(Sparky) Peacefully passed away on Friday 8th April surrounded by his family. Beloved husband to Morwen devoted father of Rebecca and father in law to Craig and proud Pops to his two grandsons Evan and Perry. A service to celebrate Roger's life will take place at Llanelli crematorium on Friday 22nd April at 1 pm. Family flowers only donations in lieu may be made to Maggies Swansea (cheques only please) c/o Anthony Inkin and Paul Deans Funeral Directors, Kilby Court, Loughor, SA46RQ, tel 01792 897710. You are invited to Join with the family for light refreshments afterwards at the Pengry Road Club Loughor.
Richard Lee Thomas
(Magnum) Sadly passed away at his home on 2nd April 2022. Richard, formerly of Trallwn, loving son of the late Linda, father and grandfather, a dear brother of Michelle, Tracey and the late Anthony, caring nephew, uncle and cousin. Richard will be sadly missed by those that knew him. Funeral service will be held at Swansea Crematorium on Friday 22nd April at 10:30am. Family flowers only please, all enquiries to: Gwyn Jones Funeral Director 118 Trallwn Road Llansamlet Swansea SA7 9UU Tel: 01792 771066 / 07483125296
Sylvia Elizabeth Cook
(nee Veale) Sadly but peacefully on Saturday 26th March 2022 at Singleton Hospital surrounded by her family, Sylvia loving wife of the late Stan, adored mother of Michael, Andrea and the late Terry, much loved mother-in-law of Helen, David and the late Donna, cherished nannie of Paige & Babz, Peter, James, Olivia, Keelie & Brandon, Jennie and Harlie, and proud great nan of Roman, Amilah, Alayah, loved sister of the late Terry and the late Peter, Sister -in-law of Ann, dear auntie of all her nieces and nephews. Sylvia will be greatly missed by all her family and many friends who knew and loved her. Funeral Friday 22nd April when a service will be held at St Stephens Church, Port Tennant, Swansea 10.15am prior to a cremation at Swansea Crematorium 11.30am. Immediate family flowers only by request but donations in lieu of flowers in memory of Sylvia may be made directly to either, British Heart Foundation, Compton House, 2300 The Crescent, Birmingham, Business Park, Birmingham, B377YE or Wales Air Ambulance, Ty Elusen, Ffordd Angel, Llanelli Gate, Dafen, Llanelli, SA14 8LQ Enquires to Rees Davies & Son Funeralcare 01792 456976 Queen of our hearts
Geoffrey McCarthy
Sadly on the 9th April Geoff died peacefully at Paphos Hospital, Cyprus. Leaving a beloved wife Barbara, children Andrew, James and Emma and granddaughter Layla. Rest peacefully love, always remembered.
John MCDONALD
Peacefully at home on March 21st. aged 98, Much loved husband, father and grandfather. Celebration of the lives of John and Catherine to be held at home on June 19, 3pm. All family and friends welcome.
Patricia Anne Ratcliffe
Peacefully passed away at her home on 31st March 2022, surrounded by her devoted family. Beloved wife of her late darling husband Brien, loving mother to Helen, Linda, John, Cathy, James and David, adoring granny to Dylan, Megan, Rachael, Jack, Tom, Matt, Oli, Emily, Caitlin, Brad, Bethan, Ben and great grandmother to baby Harrison, much loved sister to Joyce and sister-in-law to Ann. A wonderful, beautiful, loving woman who touched the lives of so many. Funeral service at St. Joseph's Cathedral, Greenhill, Swansea on Tuesday 19th April 2.00pm followed by a private family committal at Swansea Crematorium 3.30pm. Please dress smart and remember Pat always loved a splash of colour. If you wish to send a tribute or a donation to Wales Air Ambulance please go to patricia-ratcliffe.muchloved.com Enquiries to D.G.Attwell Funeral Directors Tel. 01792 650205
Adrian Cole
(Former Musician, Artist and Sign Technician) On 29th March 2022 after a short and courageous battle at Singleton Hospital, Adrian passed away peacefully with his loving family at his side. Aged 84 years, Adrian of Sketty, Swansea was beloved husband of Glynda, devoted father of Nick, Jay, Jenny, Jeremy and Becky and proud father-in-law of Sue, Julie, Colin and Simon. A treasured grandpa of Kobi, Taylor, Ryan, Bo and Billy and great-grandpa of Romy. Fondly remembered by his twin sister Christine and younger sister Dee. Adrian will be greatly missed and will be remembered by all who knew him for his gentle kindness and cheeky humour. The funeral service will be held at Swansea Crematorium on Monday 25th April 2022 at 12.30pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to Ty Hafan c/o St James Funeral Home 31 St James Gardens Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT Tel: 01792 643840
Patricia Margaret Quirk
(nee Woolley) Passed away peacefully at Singleton Hospital on 20th March 2022 aged 69 years, Patricia. Adored mother to Lara and Alex, devoted nana to Zoe and Millie, cherished sister to John, much loved friend to Ricky, Kathy and so many others. Patricia will be very sadly missed and lovingly remembered by all her family and friends. Funeral service will take place at Swansea Crematorium on Tuesday 19th April 2022 at 2pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu of flowers if so desired to Hillside Animal Sanctuary c/o D.G.Attwell Funeral Directors, 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea, SA5 9JH Tel: 01792 650205
David Williams
(Dave Snr. Formerly of Express Lifts) Dave passed away unexpectedly but peacefully at Morriston Hospital on 20th March 2022 aged 84 years. Devoted and proud dad to David and Leigh, cherished father in law to Julia, much loved Bampa Dave to Ceri, Samantha, Jordan, James, Shannon, Luke, Shaun, James, Brandon, Alicia, Mariah and Curtis and very good friend to Viktor and his family. Dave will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered by all his family and friends. Funeral service will take place at Swansea Crematorium on Tuesday 19th April 2022 at 11.30am. No flowers by request, enquiries to D.G.Attwell Funeral Directors, 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea, SA5 9JH Tel: 01792 650205
Geoffrey Stewart Bounds
Geoffrey of Beacons View, sadly passed away suddenly but peacefully at his home, Beloved father of Darren, Tracey and Dean. Proud grandfather and great grandfather of all his grandchildren. Geoffrey was a friend to all and will be missed by so many. Funeral service at Swansea Crematorium, Morriston on 21st April 2022 at 3:30pm. Family flowers only please, Donations in lieu of flowers are welcome and can be made to Ty Olwen Trust c/o Paul Murray (Vice Chairman), 4 Pen y fro Close, Dunvant, Swansea, SA2 7TT Further enquiries c/o Fforestfach Funeralcare 01792 581938
Pearl Discombe
Peacefully at home with her family on 22nd March 2022, Pearl aged 95 years. Beloved mum of Michael, David, Jayne, Maryanne, Catriona and Fiona, sons-in-law Anthony and Wayne. Cherished grandmother and great grandmother. A Requiem Mass will be held at Our Lady Star of the Sea R.C. Church, Mumbles on Thursday 21st April at 1pm followed by a private interment. Family flowers only please with further enquiries c/o William Pressdee Funeralcare. Tel. 01792 366513. Requiescat in Pace
Joan Williams
Peacefully on 5th April 2022 at Bloomfield Care Home, Joan (formerly of Three Crosses and Dunvant). She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service at Swansea Crematorium Thursday 21st April at 2.30pm. Family flowers only please. Funeral Directors St James Funeral Home Tel: 01792 643840
John Malvyn George Rosser
(Mal) (Retired dentist Llwynhendy) Mal sadly passed away on 30th March 2022 at Morriston Hospital. Devoted husband of the late Lilian, much loved father of Sian, respected father in law and friend of Colin, precious Gu to Jacob, Caitlin and Hannah, a dear brother, brother in law and uncle. Mal will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him "Absent from the body, present with the Lord" A funeral service will be held at Jireh Evangelical Church, Loughor on Friday 22nd April at 11.15am followed by burial at Llanelli District Cemetery. Family flowers only, donations in lieu of flowers are being gratefully received directly to Dementia UK. Graham J Sullivan Funeral Director Ty-Hedd Funeral Home, Mynydd Garnllwyd Road, Morriston, Swansea, SA6 7QG Tel 01792 775262
Beatrice Joan Williams
Peacefully on Monday 4th April at her home at St David's Park, Margam. Beloved wife of Roger, dearly loved mother of Andrew, Sharon and mother-in-law Ian, a cherished nan of Morgan, loving sister of Wally and sister in law of Avril. Joan will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service on Wednesday 13th April at Margam Crematorium at 9.45am. Family flowers only please, donations may be made in memory of Joan to the Alzheimer's Society c/o Mr Gareth A. Jenkins, Independent Funeral Director of Baglan Funeral Home, 115 Pentwyn Baglan Road, Baglan SA12 8EB Tel: 01639 790333
Peter Tamlyn Davies
Former supervisor painter with West Glamorgan, Member of Pontarddulais Choir. Peacefully at Singleton Hospital on the 20th March 2022. Peter, beloved husband of Sheila, much loved father of Martyn, Simon and Rhian, Father in law to Fiona, Julie and Justin, loving grandfather and great grandfather. Peter will be sadly missed by those who loved and knew him. Funeral service to be held at 2pm on Thursday 14th April 2022 at Swansea Crematorium. Family flowers only, donations if desired to The Stroke Association. Graham J Sullivan Funeral Director Ty-Hedd Funeral Home, Mynydd Garnllwyd Road, Morriston, Swansea, SA6 7QG Tel 01792 775262
Yvonne Doris May Davis
Peacefully at home on 1st April 2022 in the devoted care of husband John and the sensitive personal assistance of Diane and John from Marie Curie at all times. A private funeral will take place in accordance with Yvonne's wishes. No traditional forms of condolence please, your affectionate memories and future respect will suffice. Thank you
Phyllis Hanson
(nee McCarthy) Peacefully on 21st March 2022, at Hillside Care Home, Swansea, Phyllis. The beloved daughter to the late John and Dolly, a much loved sister to Hayden and her late brothers and sisters and a dear aunt and great-aunt. Phyllis will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service to take place at Bethel private Chapel of rest, Cockett on Wednesday 13th April 2022 at 3.30pm. Rest in peace. Further enquiries to Phillip G Davies & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors, Cockett Tel: 01792 581924
Mary Lewis
(formerly of Fern Street, Cwmbwrla) Sadly passed away on 24th March at Ty Olwen, Mary. Dearly loved wife of the late Eddie, a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Funeral Thursday 14th April family service at Swansea Crematorium 10.30am. No flowers by request. Donations if so desired to Ty Olwen c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea, SA5 9JH.
Kathleen Owen
Peacefully passed away on 30th March at St. Martin's Court Nursing Home, Morriston, Kath formerly of Brenig Road, Penlan. A loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, sister-in-law and aunt. Funeral Thursday 14th April 3.30pm service at Swansea Crematorium. No flowers by request Donations if so desired to the British Lung Foundation c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH.
Ann Powell
(née Collier) Sadly on Monday 28th March 2022 at her home in West Cross. Beloved wife of the late Ronnie, much loved sister of Susan and the late Maureen, adored aunt of Kevin, Constance, Martin and Jo and cherished great aunt to Matthew, Dan, Ben, Jacob, Abi and James. Ann will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Funeral service at Swansea Crematorium on Friday 22nd April at 2.30pm. Further enquires c/o William Pressdee Funeralcare Tel. 01792 366513
Terence Shell
(Terry) Peacefully on Thursday 31st March at Singleton Hospital with his loving children at his side, Terry of Hafan Deg, Seven Sisters. Beloved husband of the late Sylvia, adored and loving father of Carol and Gareth, cherished and loved Gramps of Georgia, Ayla, Isabelle and Jacob, much respected father-in-law of Adam and Connie and a close friend to Jean. The funeral will be held on Wednesday 13th April. Service at Calfaria Chapel, Ystradgynlais at 10:30am followed by interment at Bryn Bedd Cemetery, Seven Sisters at 11:30am. Family flowers only please. Donations if so desired in memory of Terry may be given to Ward 3 Singleton Hospital or Ty Olwen kindly received by Roger Castle & Daughter Funeral Directors 86 Commercial Street, Ystalyfera, Swansea. SA9 2HU. Tel: 01639 843231.
Joan Mary Thomas
Suddenly but peacefully on Sunday 13th March 2022. Mary of Kittle, Swansea. Daughter of the late Aubrey and Elsie Thomas. Mary will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral will take place on Thursday 14th April 2022 when a service will be held at Llanelli Crematorium at 10:00am, followed by a Memorial Service at St. Mary's Church, Pennard, Swansea 12:00pm. Family flowers only, but donations in lieu of flowers if so desired to be made to Mutende Children's Village c/o: Linden Church Trust, Elmgrove Road, West Cross, Swansea, SA3 5LD. Enquiries to: Graham J. Sullivan Funeral Directors, Ty-Hedd Funeral Home, Mynydd Garnllwyd Road, Morriston, Swansea, SA6 7QG Tel 01792 775262.
Michael Williams
Michael "Cool" Williams aged 56 years, formerly of Cwmphil Road and recently of Ystalyfera. Son of Mr John Williams and the late Enid Williams and brother of the late Stephen Williams. Funeral Wednesday 20th April. Service and cremation at Swansea Crematorium at 2.00pm. Casual dress please. Further enquiries to Wynford Thomas & Son, Ystalyfera Funeralcare, 61 Commercial Street, Ystalyfera, Swansea, SA9 2HU. Telephone 01639 842422.
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