These are all the loved ones remembered in funeral notices and family announcements across Swansea made between April 22 and April 28. 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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In order of most recently announced...
Myrtle DAVIES
Peacefully on Wednesday 13th April 2022, Myrtle of Delfordd, Rhos, Pontardawe. Devoted wife of the late David. Loving mother of Clive, Gareth and Byron. Dearest mother-in-law of Janis, Caroline and Wendy. Much loved grandmother, great grandmother and great great grandmother. Adored sister and sister-in-law. Funeral Friday 6th May 2022. Service at Tabernacle Chapel, Pontardawe at 10.30am followed by interment at Morriston Cemetery at 11.45am. Further enquiries to Wynford Thomas & Son, Ystalyfera Funeralcare Tel 01639 842422
Eileen Ann ELLAWAY
(Grove) (Llanmadoc) Suddenly at Morriston Hospital, with her children at her side, Eileen passed away. Loving wife of the late Cyril and Alex. Loving and devoted mother of Gaynor and Brinley, Cherished sister of Haydon and the late Barbara. Much loved stepmother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Mother-in-law of Jeff and Alison. Loving auntie to her nephews and nieces. Special mention to her caring and loving neighbours. Funeral will leave Llanmadoc Square at 12pm on the 9th May onto Llanelli Crematorium for Interment at 1pm. Family flowers only, donations in lieu can be made out to (cheques only) Morriston A&E, if desired, c/o James Cowley, Cowley Family Funerals, Crossways, Burry Green, Reynoldston, Swansea, SA3 1HR
Brenda Ann HIGGINS
Sadly passed away on Saturday 16th April 2022, Brenda formerly of Bridgnorth, Shropshire and of Middle Road, Cwmdu, Swansea aged 83 years. Beloved sister of Sylvia, Cynthia and Christine, and dear friend of Clive. She will be sadly missed by all her family, friends and neighbours. Funeral Tuesday 3rd May when a service will be held at Swansea Crematorium at 12:30pm. Followed by a service of Thanksgiving at St. Paul's Church, Sketty, Swansea at 13:30pm. Family flowers only, but donations in lieu if so desired to Holy Trinity Church, Sketty Park, c/o St. James Funeral Home Ty-r-Nant 31 St James' Gardens Ffynone, Swansea, SA1 6DT
Clive HILL
Peacefully on Friday 15th April. Clive, loving husband of the late Sandra, devoted father of Darryl and Anne, father-in-law of Kevin, proud grandfather of Jodie and Scott, respected by Michelle, Darryl's partner. Funeral service, Monday 9th May 2022, Llanelli Crematorium. 4.00pm. All enquiries c/o Clive Harris Independent Funeral Directors, 84 Sterry Road, Gowerton, Swansea, SA4 3BW. Tel: 01792 879516.
Georgina JENKINS
(nee Davies) Peacefully on Wednesday 13th April 2022 at her home surrounded by her family, Georgina. Treasured mum and best friend of Sian and son in law Dave and adored grandma of her Lucy Rose. Georgina will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Funeral service Thursday 5th May at St James Funeral Home 11am, followed by burial at Morriston Cemetery 12.15pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to British Red Cross c/o St James Funeral Home, 31 St James Gardens, Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT. Tel: 01792 643840.
Bernard LEATHER
(formerly of the Ford Motor Company) Peacefully passed away on 16th April at Hengoed Park Care Home, Winch Wen, Bernard formerly of Middle Road, Cwmdu. Dearly loved husband of Freda, loving father of Julie, Sandra and Allison, dear father-in-law of Christopher and Robert, also a much loved grandfather and great grandfather, loved brother of Geoff and Mike. Funeral Thursday 5th May 12.30pm service at Swansea Crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations if so desired to the Alzheimer's Society c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH.
Michael Thomas O'NEILL
O'NEILL Michael Thomas (Sid) Suddenly on 13th April 2022 at Morriston Hospital Mike passed away. Beloved husband of Jen, cherished Dad of Jayne and Michelle, dearly loved Bampi to Paddy, Molly, Sean, Sam and Finn and devoted brother to Betty, Keiron and the late Dennis and Marie. Mike will be sadly missed by his loving family and friends. Funeral Service to be held at St Benedicts Catholic Church, Clydach on Tuesday 10th May at 10.15 followed by cremation at Swansea Crematorium at 11.30. Reception at Manor Park, Clydach. Family flowers only please Graham J Sullivan Funeral Directors Ty-Hedd Funeral Home Mynydd Garnllwyd Road Morriston, Swansea SA6 7QG Tel 01792 775262
Catherine Maima BLAIR
Peacefully on Friday 15th April 2022 at Singleton Hospital, Maima of Bishops Grove, Derwen Fawr, Swansea and formerly of Burry Port, Carmarthenshire. Beloved wife of Alex. Maima will be dearly missed by all her loving family and friends. Funeral Wednesday 4th May, friends please meet for service at Llanelli Crematorium 11.00 a.m. Family flowers only please, but donations, if desired in Maima's memory to The Salvation Army Llanelli may be sent directly to The Salvation Army, Sunninghill Terrace, Llanelli, SA15 3DQ. Further enquiries to Arthur Cambrey Funeral Director, Alban Road, Llanelli, SA15 1ES Tel: 01554 772829.
Maida Bronwen CHARLTON
(nee Williams) Peacefully passed away on 10th April at Hillside Nursing Home, Uplands, Maida. Dearly loved wife of Kenneth, loving mother of Paul, Peter and Amanda and step-mother of Linda and Stephen, also a loved mother-in-law, proud grandma of all her grandchildren and great grandchildren, much loved sister of Ileen. Funeral Tuesday 3rd May 1.15pm service at St. Illtyd's Church, Ystrad Road, Fforestfach followed by cremation at Swansea Crematorium 2.30pm. Family flowers only Donations if so desired to Parkinson's UK or Dementia UK c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH.
Carol DANIEL
(Goodbourn) Suddenly, but peacefully on 17th of April 2022 at Morriston Hospital. Carol aged 71 years, sadly passed away with her children at her side. Daughter of the late Frank and Betty Goodbourn, loving Mother to Carl and Clare, beloved Mother-in-law to Naomi. Devoted Nana to Jack and Nanny Carol to Buddy, Bebe and Honee. Carol will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by all her family and friends. Funeral service to be held at Swansea Crematorium on Thursday 12th May at 3pm. You are warmly invited back to Morriston Rugby Club for refreshments following the service. Donations if so desired to be made directly to Ty-Hafan.org Graham Sullivan Funeral Directors Ty-Hedd Funeral Home Mynydd Garnllwyd Road Morriston, Swansea SA6 7QG Tel: 01792 77 5262
Wladyslaw DOMANSKI
(Wally) Peacefully passed away on Tuesday 12th April at Morriston Hospital, beloved husband of the late Edna and late partner of 26 years, Heather, loving Father of Philip and Catherine, a much loved Bampi of Daniel, Christopher, Trudie, David and Great Bampi of Thomas and Abbie. Funeral will take place on Tuesday 3rd of May at Llanelli Crematorium, 11am. Family flowers only. Anthony Inkin and Paul Deans Funeral Directors, Kilby Court, Loughor SA4 6RQ. Tel 01792 897710.
Maureen JONES
Peacefully on 12th April 2022, at her home and in the loving arms of her family, Maureen, beloved wife of the late Ron. Loving mother of Ian and the late Suzanne, dear mother in law of Lorraine and Huw, special nanny to Katy, Charlotte, Rachel, Emily and their partners, great nanny to her great grandchildren. Maureen will be missed by her Nephews, Nieces, family and friends. Funeral service to be held at Swansea Crematorium on Friday 6th May 2022 at 11:30am Family flowers only please, to be sent to Pressdee's Chapel of Rest, Mumbles. Donations in lieu of flowers, if so desired can be made to Swansea Bay Heath Charity c/o Katy Chriswick 618 Gower road, Upper Killay, Swansea SA2 7DP. Richard D Rowlands Morriston Funeralcare 105-107 Clase Rd, Morriston, Swansea 01792 798257
Alan David PASSE
(Formerly of First Bus) Passed away suddenly at home on Wednesday 6th April 2022 aged 72 years, Alan. Loving brother to Gillian and Royston, much loved uncle to Clare, Jordan and Nathan, dearly loved cousin to Val and David. Alan will be very sadly missed and lovingly remembered by all his family and friends. Funeral service will take place at Swansea Crematorium on Wednesday 4th May at 2.30pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu of flowers if so desired to The British Red Cross c/o D.G.Attwell Funeral Directors, 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea, SA5 9JH Tel: 01792 650205
Stephen John ROBBINS
Sadly, on Monday April 18th 2022 at Morriston hospital, after a short illness, Stephen. Dear husband of Glenys; loving father of Matthew, Simon and Elen; father-in-law of Rhian and Clare and proud Tadcu of Alys and Ffion. The funeral will take place at Llanelli Crematorium on Friday May 6th at 4pm. Family flowers only but donations in memory of Stephen may be made to the MS Society, Swansea and District Group c/o 32, Clos Allt y Gog, Pontarddulais, Swansea, SA4 8JH. Further enquiries c/o William Pressdee Funeralcare Tel. 01792 366513
Michael John VOYZEY
Peacefully passed away on 20th April at Ty Olwen. Michael, loving father of Zoe, proud bampa of Megan, Tomos and Harri, much loved brother of Sheridan and Debbie. Funeral Friday 6th May 12.30pm service at Swansea Crematorium. Family flowers only Donations if so desired to Ty Olwen c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH.
Susan Elizabeth CLOSE
Nee Renton Suddenly on 12th April 2022 at Morriston Hospital, Susan of St.Thomas, Swansea. Beloved wife of the late Lyn, dearly loved mother of Nigel and Christopher. "Susan will be sadly missed by all her family and friends." Funeral Wednesday 4th May, service at Swansea Crematorium 2.00pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu may be made to British Lung Foundation c/o D.G.Attwell Funeral Directors, 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH Tel. 01792 650205
Carol LEONARD
(Nee Barratt) Sadly but peacefully passed away on 9th April at her home in Port Tennant surrounded by her family. Carole, much loved wife of Harry, loving mother to James, cherished nana to Ashley, Alicia, Ellie-May, Morgan-Jay and Millie-Rae. Carol will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service will be held at Swansea Crematorium on Tuesday 3rd May at 3:00pm. Cortege will be leaving Carole's home in Baglan Street, Port Tennant at 2:20pm if you wish to pay your respects. Family flowers only please but donations in memory of Carole may be made to: Marie Curie via funeral-notices.co.uk or by cash/cheque to: Gwyn Jones Funeral Directors 118 Trallwn Road Llansamlet Swansea SA7 9UU Tel 01792 771066 / 07483125296 Following the service you are invited to join the family at the Railmens Club, Wind Street, Swansea
Olive MORGAN
Olive, beloved wife of Ken and much loved by her son Brian and his wife Charlotte grandchildren Josephine and David and his wife Maria great-grandchildren Mateo and Ivor, passed away peacefully aged 97 at home on Bwllfa Road, Ynystawe on Thursday 14 April. She will be greatly missed. Funeral at 11:00am on Tuesday 3 May at Swansea Crematorium. No flowers please. We will continue the celebration of her life at Morriston Golf Club from noon. The family thank the carers, OT and district nurses who provided her with wonderful care until the end. Graham Sullivan Funeral Directors Ty-Hedd Funeral Home Mynydd Garnllwyd Road Morriston, Swansea SA6 7QG Tel: 01792 77 5262
Donald Llewelyn RICHARDS
(Don) (Ex British Rail Travel Centre) Peacefully on Thursday 31st March 2022 at Morriston Hospital, Don, much loved husband of Rosalind, adored father of Donna and father-in-law to Andrew, cherished grampi of Will and Alex, dearly loved brother to Joan and the late Brynley, dearest brother in law to the late Wally, Shirley and Don. Don will be sadly missed by all his loving family and many friends. Funeral service to be held on Wednesday 4th May 2022 12 noon at Swansea Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if so desired to The Stroke Association c/o St James Funeral Home 31 St James Funeral Home Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT Tel - 01792 643 840
Allan Royston PURNELL
Sadly but peacefully on 19th April 2022 at Morriston Hospital. Beloved brother of Royston, Vivian, Geoffrey, Marlene and brother-in-law Paul and the late Patricia and Vivienne. Much loved uncle of Lisa, Jo-Anne, Christopher, Victoria, James, Kirsty, Ellie, the late Leigh and their partners, cherished great-uncle to his great nephews, nieces. Alan will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral Friday 29th April 2022 when a service will be held at Swansea Crematorium at 10:00am. Donations in lieu if so desired to "Dementia UK" via funeral-notices.co.uk or cheques may be forwarded to Lee Davies of Phillip G. Davies & Son, Independent Family Funeral Directors, 2 Waunarlwydd Road, Cockett, Swansea, SA2 0GB. Tel: (01792) 581924.
Alan BESSENT
Peacefully on Wednesday 6th April at his home, Alan devoted husband of Joyce, a loving father, grandfather (pops) and brother, a special mention to Mandy and all who cared for Alan during his illness. Alan will be sorely missed by his family and friends. Family request mourners wear a little red. Funeral service Thursday 28th April 2022, Llanelli Crematorium at 2.00pm. Donations in lieu of flowers, if so desired, to Cancer Research c/o Clive Harris Independent Funeral Directors, 84 Sterry Road, Gowerton, Swansea, SA4 3BW. Tel: 01792 879516.
Elizabeth Irene EVANS
(HEARNE) 28/10/1942 - 06/04/2022 Sadly on 6th April after a short stay at Singleton Hospital, Rene, aged 79 of Graig Road, Morriston and formerly of Pembroke. Dearly beloved Wife of the late Jack Evans and devoted Mother of John, Elizabeth, Charmaine, Lorena, and Elmore. Respected Mother in law of Judith, Philip, and Paul. Cherished Grandmother to all her Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren. Rene will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. Funeral Wednesday 27th April at 11:00am, where a graveside service will take place at Plot T468 Bridgend Cemetery, Cemetery Road, Bridgend, CF31 1NA. The Funeral Cortege will leave from Graig Road at the junction of Clyndu Street, Morriston SA6 8PQ at 10:20am. Further Enquiries c/o Morriston Funeralcare Tel: 01792 798257
Robyn FREE
(formerly Brenda Daniels) Passed away peacefully on 30th March, Robyn, of Swansea. Beloved mother of Rachel, dear mother-in-law to Paul, much loved grandmother to Chloe and Ben, and loving sister to Anne and the late Charles. A service celebrating Robyn's life will take place at Swansea Crematorium at 12:30 on Thursday 28th April. Family flowers only; donations in lieu supporting Cancer Research UK are welcomed, via: www.robyn-free.muchloved.com. If you have difficulty donating online, please contact C. Meirion Hopkin & Son for assistance. Tel: 01792 844513.
Lorna JAMES
(née Rees) Peacefully at home on Wednesday 13th April, Lorna, aged 86 years of Dunns Lane, Mumbles. Beloved wife of the late Derek, Lorna will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral to take place on Thursday 28th April at Swansea Crematorium at 10am. The family invite you to join them after the service at The West Cross Inn, Mumbles. All are welcome. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to www.thinkingautism.org.uk or www.woodlandtrust.org.uk. Further enquiries c/o William Pressdee Funeralcare Tel. 01792 366513
Gwenonwy Hughes JOHN
Yn sydyn, bore ddydd Mawrth Ebrill 5ed 2022, yng Nghartref Gofal Cwrt Enfys, Ystradgynlais hunodd Gwenonwy (Non), Llanfaes, Ystradgynlais. Priod ffyddlon Vernon, mam annwyl Dylan, Berian, Delyth a Cerith, mam-yng-nghyfraith Mair a Chris, mamgu gariadus Owen, Gruffydd a Dafydd a hen famgu hoffus Elis a Megan. Angladd ddydd Mercher, Ebrill 27ain 2022 am 11.30 y.b. yn Amlosgfa Treforus, Abertawe. Blodau'r teulu yn unig. Rhoddion, os dymunir, tuag at Ambiwlans Awyr Cymru, trwy law y Trefnwyr Angladdau Roger Castle a'i Ferch, 86 Stryd Masnachol, Ystalyfera, Abertawe SA9 2HU * * * * * JOHN Gwenonwy Hughes Suddenly, on Tuesday April 5th 2022, at Cwrt Enfys Care Home, Ystradgynlais, Gwenonwy (Non) of Llanfaes, Ystradgynlais. Beloved wife of Vernon, dear mother of Dylan, Berian, Delyth and Cerith, mother-in-law of Mair and Chris, loving grandmother of Owen, Gruffydd and Dafydd and fond great grandmother of Elis and Megan. Funeral to be held on Wednesday, April 27th 2022 at 11.30a.m. at Morriston Crematorium, Swansea. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, to Wales Air Ambulance c/o the Funeral Directors Roger Castle & Daughter, 86 Commercial Street, Ystalyfera, Swansea SA92HU
Mary Veronica KIFT
(née Meredith) Sadly, on the 28th March 2022 at Morriston Hospital, Mary passed away. Beloved wife of the late Alan and devoted mother of Michael and the late Robert, mother in law to Carol and Lisa, sister in law of Vivienne, nannie to her many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Funeral service will be held at Swansea Crematorium on Friday 29th April at 11am. Family flowers only. All enquiries to D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors, 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH. Tel. No: 01792 650205.
Bernard John REES
(Recco) Peacefully passed away on Thursday 31st March at his home. Loving son of the late Ronnie and Eileen, a loving father, grandfather, step father, brother, brother in law and uncle. Bernard will be greatly missed by his loving family, friends and all who were privileged to know him. Funeral service will be held on Friday 29th April 2022 at Swansea Crematorium at 3pm Family flowers only, donations if so desired may be made to: MNDA (South West Wales Branch) c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors 95 Eaton Road Brynhyfryd Swansea SA5 9JH Tel. No: 01792 650205
Averil Pamela 'Pam' TAYLOR
(Nee Evans) Passed away peacefully at Singleton Hospital on 8th April 2022, Pam, aged 93 years, adored wife of the late Tony, dearly loved mum of John and daughter-in-law June, cherished nanna of Matthew, Violet, Aislyn and Kat, beloved sister of the late Ken and dear aunty of Brian, Lynda, Martin and Mark. Goodbye to a wonderful, generous and loving lady whose beautiful smile will live forever in our hearts. She will be sadly missed but never forgotten by all who knew her. Pam never liked being the centre of attention and per her wishes there will be no funeral or memorial service. In lieu of flowers, if desired, please remember Pam by making a donation to an animal welfare charity of your choice.
Mala Carole WALSH
(née Bullock) Suddenly on the 9th April 2022 after a short illness, Mala of Lon Draenen, Sketty. Beloved wife of the late Dennis Roy, loving step-mother of Gary, Terry and Nigel. Mala will be sadly missed by all her grandchildren and great grandchildren, wider family and friends. Funeral service at Swansea Crematorium, Thursday 5th May at 11am. Family flowers only please, but donations in lieu if desired for 'Macmillan Cancer Support' may be sent to Freepost RTHE-KYHB-TRTJ, Supporter Donations, Camelford House, 87-90 Albert Embankment, London, SE1 7UQ Further enquiries c/o Rees Davies & Son Funeralcare 01792 456976
Muriel Susannah WILLIAMS
Peacefully on 11th April at St. Mark's Court Nursing Home, Waun Wen, Muriel formerly of Iorwerth Street, Manselton. Dearly loved wife of the late Peter, loving mother of Stephen, dear mother-in-law of Linda, much loved nan of Karen and her partner Akul, loved sister of Danny and the late Lilian. Funeral Thursday 28th April 2.30pm service at Swansea Crematorium. Flowers or Donations if so desired to Dementia UK c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH.
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