These are all the loved ones remembered in funeral notices and family announcements across Swansea made between May 20 and May 26. 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.
Josephine BEYNON
(Jose) Peacefully at her home, Kimley Moor Farm, Jose passed away aged 90. Loving wife of the late Terence, dear mother of John and the late Christopher, mother in law of Kaye. Loving Gaga of Elinor and Daniel. Funeral service to take place at St Mary's Church, Rhossili, on Monday 30th May at 11.30am Family flowers only but donations, if so desired, may be made to Cancer Research UK (Cheques Only) C/O James Cowley, Cowley Family Funerals, Crossways, Burry Green, Swansea, SA3 1HR
David Royston MCCARTHY
(Roy) Peacefully on Thursday 12th May at Morriston Hospital, Roy aged 87 years of Blaen-y-Maes, Swansea. Dearly beloved husband of Marion, loving and devoted father of Marilyn, respected father-in-law of Robert, cherished Bampa of Amanda, Sarah, Debbie & Sian. Great-Bamps of Demi, Ethan, Dionne, Jodie, Kieran, Ace & Amelia, loving brother of the late Rose. Roy will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral Tuesday, 31st May, friends please kindly meet at Swansea Crematorium at 10:30. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if so desired made payable directly to Tŷ Olwen Trust. Further enquiries c/o Fforestfach Funeralcare Tel: 01792 581938
Joyce Mary PERRIN
Peacefully on Sunday 8th May 2022 at Morriston Hospital. Joyce, beloved wife of Lyndon. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her. Funeral Wednesday 1st June at Swansea Crematorium, 2:30pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired, to Cancer Research UK, c/o St James Funeral Home, 31 St James Gardens, Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT. Tel: 01792 643840.
Elizabeth Mary SEYMOUR
(Daniels) (Formerly Jones) We are sad to announce the passing of our dear Mum Mary, who passed away on Monday 9th May 2022 surrounded by her loved ones. Loving wife of the late Edfryn and more recently the late Wynford. Very much loved mum to Avril, and Kevin, special mum-in-law to Steve and Cheryl, step mum to Vanessa, Jennifer and Gareth, Grand mum to Paul, Marc and Lewis, Great grand mum to Bethany, Harry, Jaxon and Katy. Funeral service will take place on Wednesday 1st June 2022 where a service will be held at Ty-Hedd Funeral Home, 11:00am followed by cremation at Swansea Crematorium 12:00pm. Family flowers only, but donations if so desired to either Macular Society or Dementia UK to be made through The South Wales Evening Post website. Enquiries to: Graham J. Sullivan Funeral Directors, Ty-Hedd Funeral Home, Mynydd Garnllwyd Road, Morriston, Swansea, SA6 7QG Tel 01792 775262.
Roger SIMONS
Sadly on Thursday 5th May after a very short stay in Morriston Hospital, Roger of Caeconna Road, Swansea, peacefully passed away aged 73 years. Son of the late Tom and Peggy Simons, much loved brother of Yvonne and brother in law of Alan, wonderful uncle and great uncle to all his nieces and nephews and long time best friend of Stuart. Roger worked for many years at the Corona Pop Factory, Fforestfach and in more recent years attended Abergelli Day Centre also in Fforestfach. He will be sadly missed by all his family, friends and neighbours and will be forever in our hearts and thoughts. Funeral cortege will be leaving Roger's home at 12.30pm on Tuesday 31st May for a service at Swansea Crematorium Chapel 1.15pm followed by interment at Morriston Cemetery 1.45pm. As a way to honour Roger's memory bright coloured or patterned socks may be worn. Any enquiries to: D G Attwell Funeral Directors 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd Swansea, SA5 9JH Tel: 01792 650205
Rudy Melin SIMONSON
Passed away peacefully at his home on 9th May 2022, aged 94 years old. Cherished husband of the late Joan, adored father of Caryn, Pam and the late Martyn and devoted grandfather of Thomas, beloved brother of John and the late Creighton and Eric. Former Radio Officer in the Merchant Navy on the Swedish and Norwegian ships in his early career and latterly Financial Advisor at Barclays. The Funeral Service and celebration of his life will take place at St. George’s R.C. Church on Monday 6th June 2022 at 2pm, followed by a burial at Astwood Cemetery, Worcester. Flowers may be delivered to Bedwardine Funeral Services, The Coach House, 30 Bromyard Road, Worcester WR2 5BT
Yvonne Mary BAINBRIDGE
Yvonne passed away peacefully on 17th May 2022 at Morriston Hospital surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of the late Roy, loving mother of Simon and Tammy, doting Grandma of Danika, Callum, Cady and Leo, cherished sister of Keith, dear sister-in-law of Stevie and aunty to Jaimee. Funeral service at Llanelli Crematorium on Wednesday 1st June at 4pm. Family flowers only please, but donations in lieu if desired may be sent to 'The Royal Theatrical Fund', 11 Garrick Street, London WC2E 9AR or online at www.trtf.com Further enquiries c/o William Pressdee Funeralcare Tel. 01792 366513
Thelma Mary DAVIES
(Née Thomas) Peacefully on Friday 6th May 2022 at Morriston Hospital, Thelma. Loving daughter of the late Bessie, beloved wife of the late Henry Davies and Michael Bagnulo, much loved mum of Stephen and John, loving grand and great-grandmother to her grandchildren and eldest sister to Brian, the late Roy and Tommy. Thelma will be greatly missed by all her family and many friends. Funeral Monday 30th May at Swansea Crematorium, 12 noon. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to Ty Hafan c/o St James Funeral Home, 31 St James Gardens, Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT. Tel: 01792 643840.
Jacqueline Beatrice JOHN
(Jackie) Sadly passed away on 16th May at Morriston Hospital. Jackie of Llansamlet, much loved wife to Terry, loving mother to Stefan, Louise and the late Annette, step mam to Mark, Lee and his partner Leanne, cherished nanna to Sophie, Tori, Leon, Ewen, Codi, Toni and Natalia. Jackie will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service will be held at Swansea Crematorium on Wednesday 1st June at 11am. Family flowers only please but donations in memory of Jackie may be made to: Swansea Carers Centre Via funeral-notices.co.uk or by cash/cheque to: Gwyn Jones Funeral Director 118 Trallwn Road Llansamlet Swansea SA7 9UU Tel 01792 771066 / 07483125296
Valerie Olwen MIERS (NEE MAYNARD)
MIERS Valerie Peacefully at Hengoed Court, on 16th May 2022, Valerie, wife of the late Graham Leslie Miers, much loved mother of Stuart, Neil, Martin and Cheryl, mother in law of Pat, Carol and Stuart. Loving Nana of Martin, Richard, Andrew, Shelley and Eleanor. Great grandmother of Rhys, Kirsten, Edward, Lewis, Abbie, Josie and Coby. Private family service at Swansea Crematorium. Family flowers only; donations in lieu to Stroke Association c/o John Edwards Funeral Directors 5 Cwmbath Road, Morriston, Swansea SA6 7AH Tel;01792 771232 Service With Compassion
Dorothy Elizabeth TURNER
(Nee Hopton) Peacefully on Tuesday 17th May at Morriston Hospital, Dorothy of Gyrnosfa passed away. Devoted wife and best friend of Kenwyd, adored and loving mother of Jason, Teresa and Sharon, dearly loved mother-in-law of Helen, Jason and Adrian, doting Mam of Joanne, Steffan, Lowri, Karys, Ffion, Lauren and Leah, cherished great mam of Antonio, Maya, Erin and Rosa, much loved sister of David, Christine, Michael, Jen and the late Jean, Ann, Doug, Alan and Val. The funeral will be held Monday 30th May. Service at Calfaria Chapel, Ystradgynlais at 12.30pm followed by interment at The Gorof Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations if so desired in memory of Dorothy may be given to Ty Hafan kindly received by Roger Castle & Daughter, 86 Commercial St, Ystalyfera, Swansea. SA9 2HU. Tel: 01639 843231.
Thomas Bryan BEVAN
(1925-2022) Peacefully on the 16th May, 2022, in the dedicated care of the Mayflower Care Home, Bryan, devoted husband of the late Vera, loving father of Alison and Haulwen, beloved grandfather of Angharad, Sam, Rhiannon, Alexandra, Charlotte and their partners, adored great-grandad of Kitty, Livi, Grace, Thomas, Jessica, Matilda, Macsen, Joseff and Lucy. Service to be held on May 31st at Argyle and Rhyddings Church, Uplands, at 2:00 followed by cremation at Morriston Crematorium at 3:30. Family flowers only please. Donations may be made in lieu of flowers to Wales Air Ambulance, via www.bryan-bevan.muchloved.com or by cheque c/o Alison Fuge, 39 Glanyrafon Road, Pontarddulais, SA4 8LT.
Margaret Elizabeth BOYTER
(nee Maddock) (Ducksy) Chairwoman of Llangyfelach Community Council Suddenly on 27th April 2022 at Morriston Hospital. Margaret of Llangyfelach formerly of Egan Crescent, Townhill. Beloved wife of Dave, loving mum of Barry, Graham and Andrew, dear mother-in-law of Alison and Siobhan, adored nannie to Kirsty, Rhys, Morgan, Jack and Tanya, sister of the late Gwynedd Austin and Anthony. Margaret will be deeply missed by all who knew, loved and respected her. Funeral Friday 27th May when a service will be held at St. David's Church, Morriston at 10:30am followed by Interment at Morriston Cemetery at 12:15pm. Flowers if so desired may be presented to Phillip G. Davies & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors 2, Waunarlwydd Road Cockett, SA2 0GB. Tel: (01792) 581924.
Betty HUNT
Passed away peacefully at Y Plas Nursing Home on Sunday 15th May 2022 aged 98 years, Betty. Devoted wife to the late Edwin, loving mother to Gaynor, Neville and his partner Sue, proud grandmother to Nicholas and Rebecca, much loved great grandmother to Mille and Ellie. Betty will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by all her family and friends. Funeral Service will take place at Swansea Crematorium on Monday 30th May at 10.30am. Family flowers only please, enquiries to D.G.Attwell Funeral Directors, 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea, SA5 9JH Tel: 01792 650205
Lyle JONES
Nick Sadly but peacefully passed away on 12th May at Morriston Hospital. Nick of Pontardawe, much loved dad to Paul, Debz and Donna, adored Gman to Zoe, Steve, Adam, Daz, Steph and Claire, and great grandad to Zac, Evie and Ruby. Nick will be sadly missed by all his family, friends and neighbours. Funeral service will be held at Swansea Crematorium on Tuesday 31st May at 12:30pm. Family flowers only please but donation in memory of Nick may be made to: PDSA Swansea via funeral-notices.co.uk or cash/cheque to: Gwyn Jones Funeral Directors, 118 Trallwn Road, Llansamlet, Swansea. SA7 9UU Tel 01792 771066 / 07483125296
Patricia Ann LEWIS
Peacefully passed away at home surrounded by her loving family, Pat aged 79 years of Elm Tree Road, Penllergaer, beloved Wife of the late David, devoted Mum of Simon and Jayne, adored Nanny of Natalie and Zoe and very proud Great Nanny Pat of Tommy and Teddy. Pat will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service to take place on Wednesday June 1st at 11:00am at St. Gwynours Church, Penclawdd, followed by an interment in the churchyard. Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to Save the Children- Ukraine Crisis c/o Pat's daughter Jayne.
Nigel MIGGINS
Sadly passed away on 9th May at the age of 61 years old. Husband of the late Adele, son of Vera and the late Neville, loving brother of Beverley, Cheryl and Joanne and bother-in-law and close friend of Tristan. Will be missed by family and friends. Funeral to take place on Thursday 26th May at Swansea Crematorium at 2.30pm. No formal funeral wear necessary. Family flowers only, if so desired donations to British Heart Foundation c/o D G Attwell Funeral Directors 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd Swansea, SA5 9JH Tel: 01792 650205
Patricia Louvain BURTON
(PAT) of Undy, formerly of Cimla, Neath, sadly passed away on 16th May. Adored wife of the late Harry, treasured Mum of Gillian & Carolyn, dear Mum-in-law of Rob & Kevin, loved by her grand-daughters Natalie & Marianne. A Service of Thanksgiving for Pat's life will take place on Wednesday 8th June at 12.30pm at Langstone Vale Crematorium, (Magor Road, NP18 2BP). Donations if desired in memory of Pat for Wales Air Ambulance may be placed in the collection box at the Service or cheques can also be sent to:- Ian Watts & Son Funeral Directors, 170 Newport Rd., Caldicot, Mon., NP26 4AA. Tel: 01291 420972.
Robert Seamus BARAGRY
Passed away peacefully on 14th May 2022 at Morriston Hospital aged 76 years. He will be greatly missed by his surviving brother Art, sisters Bernadette and Martina, his extended family and friends in Ireland and Wales. May he rest in peace, reunited with his late parents Arthur and Bernadette and sisters Maurlen and Aideen. His remains will be received in St. Benedict's Church, Sketty at 4.00pm on 31st May 2022. There will be a Full Requiem Mass held on Wednesday 1st June 2022 at 12.00 noon followed by an Interment at Oystermouth Cemetery at 1.45pm (Section W). Further enquiries to: Phillip Davies of Phillip G. Davies & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors Bethel Private Chapel of Rest, Cockett. Tel: (01792) 581924. Requiescat in Pace
Louis BROOKS
(Flt Lt Louis Brooks RAF (retired) J.P. (Neath) Passed away peacefully on the 8th May. Devoted Husband, loving Brother, kind and generous Uncle & Great Uncle. Born in Portsmouth 26th August 1931, Godson of Earl Mountbatten of Burma. Educated at Godalming County Grammar School, Surrey. Married to the late Dorothy Price on 18th August 1956 at Duffryn Church. Joined the RAF for National Service and afterwards re-joined as aircrew. RAF pilot for 19 years, seeing service in England, Germany, Singapore, Malaya, Hong Kong and Borneo. Funeral service to be held at Margam Crematorium at 12.00 on Monday the 30th May. Family flowers only; donations in lieu to British Heart Foundation c/o John Edwards Funeral Directors 5 Cwmbath Road, Morriston, Swansea SA6 7AH tel:01792 771232
Mary Edwina DAVIES
Passed away peacefully at Hengoed Court on Thursday 28th April 2022 aged 80 years, Edwina. Loving and devoted wife to Eddie, beloved auntie to Jim, much loved best friend to David and Jannette. Edwina will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered by all her family and friends. Service will take place at D.G. Attwell's Chapel of Rest, Brynhyfryd on Friday 27th May 2022 at 1pm followed by committal at Swansea Crematorium at 2pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu of flowers if so desired to Alzheimer's Society c/o D.G.Attwell Funeral Directors, 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea, SA5 9JH Tel: 01792 650205 Requiescat in Pace
Gwynneth Anne EXALL
(Nee Jones) Peacefully on Thursday 28th April 2022 with her loving family at her side, Gwynneth, loved and loving wife of the late Terry, devoted mum of Gill and Dave, much loved mother-in-law of Ed and Annina, adored gran of Jacob, Christina, Joe and Lottie, also a dearly loved sister of Tudor and sister-in-law Sue. Gwynneth will be sadly missed by all her loving family and many friends. Funeral service to be held on Friday 27th May 2022 10:30am at Sketty Community Church, Carnglas Road, Sketty. Followed by interment in Oystermouth Cemetery (Section X) at 12:15pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if so desired to The Sketty Community Church c/o St James Funeral Home 31 St James Gardens Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT Tel - 01792 643 840
Michael HESLOP
Suddenly but peacefully on Saturday 7th May, 2022 at home surrounded by his loving family. Michael sadly passed away aged 76 after a brave battle with Parkinson's Disease Devoted husband of Marilyn, precious dad of Victoria, loved father in law of Daniel, cherished bamps of Phoebe Grace, son of the late Marion and Howard. Loved brother to John and Peter and brother-in-law to Brenda, Janice and Wendy and his late sisters and brother. Michael will be greatly missed by all his nieces and nephews, family and friends. Funeral Service on Friday 27th May, 2022, Ty Hedd Funeral Home 2.00 p.m. followed by Committal at Swansea Crematorium 3.00 p.m. Family flowers only but donations in memory of Michael to Parkinson's UK c.o. Mr John Heslop 16 Heol Saffwrm, SA6 6EH or www.michaelheslop.muchloved.com Graham J Sullivan, Ty Hedd Funeral Home, Mynydd Garnllwyd Road, Morriston, Swansea. SA6 7QG Tel: 01792 775262
Alun Christopher ISAAC
Peacefully on 14th May 2022 at Ty-Olwen after a long illness patiently borne, Alun of Parc Andrew, Skewen. Cherished husband and soul-mate of Ann, much loved dad of Lisa and Claire, respected father-in-law of Aron and Jon, dear bampa, grandad, brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Alun will be sadly missed by his family and many friends. Funeral Thursday 26th May, service at Margam Crematorium 12.45pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if so desired may be made to Ty-Olwen c/o D.G.Attwell Funeral Directors, 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH Tel. 01792 650205.
John Victor JONES
(Vic) Yn dawel ar Ddydd Sadwrn Mai 14 yn Ysbyty'r Gymuned Ystradgynlais, bu farw Vic o Heol Pelican, Ystradgynlais. Gwr annwyl y diweddar Sal, tad cariadus a thyner i Ann a Non a thad yng nghyfraith parchus i Chris a Michael. Bydd yr angladd ar Ddydd Iau Mai 26, 2022. Cynhelir gwasanaeth yng Nghapel Sardis am 2yp ac i ddilyn gwasanaeth claddu yn Sant Cynog am 2:45yp. Blodau'r teulu yn unig ond rhoddion os dymunir er cof am Vic i Gymdaethas Cyfeillion Ysbyty Ystradgynlais trwy law Roger Castle a'i ferch, 86 Commercial St, Ystalyfera, Abertawe, SA9 2HU. Ffôn: 01639843231 * * * * Peacefully on Saturday 14th May at Ystradgynlais Community Hospital, Vic from Pelican St, Ystradgynlais passed away. Beloved husband of the late Sal adored and loving father of Ann and Non, much loved father-in-law of Chris and Michael. The funeral will be held on Thursday 26th May 2022. Service at Sardis Chapel, Ystradgynlais at 2pm followed by interment at St Cynog's Churchyard at 2:45pm. Family flowers only please. Donations if so desired in memory of Vic may be given to Ystradgynlais League of Friends, kindly received by Roger Castle & Daughter, 86 Commercial St, Ystalyfera, Swansea. SA9 2HU. Tel: 01639843231
Walter Melvyn LONGDEN
(MEL) (Former Head Teacher of Grange Primary School) Peacefully on 16th May 2022 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband of Pamela, cherished dad of Kim, David and Sarah, loving gramps of Gareth, Rhys, Tom, James, Megan, Jack, Gwen, Eloise and Mimi, great-gramps to Noah, Bella, Betsy, Ffion, Zephyr, Lili, Orla and Hobie, respected father-in-law of Chris, Sian and Paul, dear brother of Ernie and Garfield and the late Wilfred, Iris, Eileen, Beatrice and Margaret. Mel will be deeply missed by all who knew, loved and respected him. Funeral Wednesday 1st June 2022 when a service will be held at Swansea Crematorium at 3.30pm. Family flowers only please, donations in memory of Mel may be made to "Ty Olwen Hospice or Singleton Cancer Care Unit" via Funeral-notices.co.uk or cheques may be forwarded to Lee Davies of Phillip G. Davies & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors Bethel Private Chapel of Rest Cockett, Swansea. SA2 0GB. Tel: (01792) 581924.
Terence Charles MORRIS
(Terry) Retired Coal Merchant, Upper Killay. On Thursday 5th May after a prolonged illness borne with patience and dignity, Terry passed away very peacefully at his home in Ammanford. He was the dearly loved husband of nearly 60 years of Hilary, a very proud and loving dad to Denise and the late Simon, he was a dear brother and brother-in-law of Ivor and the late June, Len and Diane, Christine and Michael, David and Rhonda, Richard and the late Brian, a loved and respected uncle to his many nephews and nieces, very dear to all our cousins and true and loyal friend to many in Swansea, Pembroke and Ammanford. His funeral takes place on Thursday 26th May, 12.45pm at Siloam Chapel, Killay, followed by committal service at Llanelli Crematorium at 2.00pm. Donations to the British Heart Foundation in lieu of flowers will be greatly appreciated and will be accepted by St James Funeral Home 31 St James Gardens Uplands, Swansea, SA1 6DT Tel: 01792 643840 No black ties please.
Kenneth REES
Peacefully on Monday 9th May at Morriston Hospital, Ken aged 88 years of Argyle Street, Sandfields, Swansea. Dearly beloved husband of the late June, devoted father of Steven, Mike, Anthony, Karen and Andrew, dearly loved father-in-law of Amanda, David and Louise. Much loved grandfather and great-grandfather of all of his grandchildren. Funeral Monday 30th May, friends please kindly meet at Swansea Crematorium 11:00am. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if so desired may be made directly to the Royal Association for Deaf People. royal.deaf.org.uk/support-us/donate Further enquiries C/O Swansea Funeralcare Tel: 01792 654 369
James Cornelius SPOONER
(Jimmy former haulage contractor and scrap metal merchant) Peacefully passed away on 11th May at his home with his family. Dearly loved husband of Christine, also a loving father, father-in-law, grandfather and great grandfather, much loved brother of Peter. Friday 27th May 10.15am service at St. Joseph's Cathedral, Greenhill followed by cremation at Swansea Crematorium 11.30am. Family flowers only. Donations if so desired to Ty Olwen c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH.
Christopher Barrie WEBBER
(former accountant of Signode) Suddenly passed away on 11th May at his home. Dearly loved son of the late George and Madeline Patricia Webber, much loved brother of Martin, Hugh and the late Alan and Duncan, dear brother-in-law of Gillian and the late Rona and Angela, loved uncle of his nieces and nephews. Funeral Friday 27th May 2.30pm service at Swansea Crematorium. Family flowers only Donations if so desired to Diabetes UK c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH.
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