These are all the loved ones remembered in funeral notices and family announcements across Swansea made between April 29 and May 5. 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.
Carol Rose HORTON
Suddenly on Tuesday 12th April at Hengoed Care Home, Carol aged 67 years of Ozanam Court Portmead Swansea. Dearly beloved Mum of Kathryn, Nicola and Helen. Cherished nanna of all her grandchildren, much loved sister of John, Peter and the late Derek. A kind and gentle lady who will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her Funeral Monday 9th May, friends please kindly meet at Swansea Crematorium at 10:30 am Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if so desired may be made payable directly to Ward C Morriston Hospital, further inquiries c/o Fforestfach Funeralcare Tel: 01792 581938
Malcolm MERCHANT
Peacefully passed away on 21st April 2022, at the age of 82 years old. Beloved husband of Christine, cherished father of Raymond and Sian, loving bampi of Daniel, Owen and Sarah. Will be sadly missed by family, friends and neighbours. Funeral to take place on Tuesday 10th May at Swansea Crematorium at 2.30pm. Family flowers only donations in lieu to Ward B, Morriston Hospital c/o D G Attwell Funeral Directors 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd Swansea, SA5 9JH Tel: 01792 650205
Clifford George NICHOLSON
(Cliff) Sadly on Wednesday 13th April 2022 at his home, Cliff. Beloved son of the late Emily and Lew, much loved brother of Margaret, Christopher and the late Ann, loving uncle of Christopher and Nicholas and his wife Carol and great uncle to James. Funeral Wednesday 11th May at Swansea Crematorium, 2.00pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to the Guide Dogs for the Blind c/o St James Funeral Home 31 St James Gardens, Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT. Tel 01792 643840.
Elizabeth Anne PARKER
(née Simisker) Peacefully on Tuesday 12th April 2022 at Morriston Hospital, Anne. Beloved wife of David, much loved mam of David and Bethen and adored grandmother of Oliver. Anne will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Friday 13th May, Graveside Service at Morriston Cemetery (New Section), 2:15pm. Family flowers only please. Enquiries c/o St James Funeral Home Tel 01792 643840.
Bryan PETHERAM
Peacefully on Wednesday 20th April 2022 at Brynfield Manor Care Home. Bryan, beloved husband of the late Mary, much loved dad of Sean, father-in-law of Amy and adored grandfather of Connor. Bryan will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Funeral Thursday 12th May at All Saints Church, Oystermouth 10.45am followed by cremation at Swansea Crematorium, 12 noon. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to the Stroke Association c/o St James Funeral Home, 31 St James Gardens, Uplands, Swansea, SA1 6DT. Tel 01792 643840.
Marian PRICE
Very peacefully passed away in the comforting arms of her loving husband Brian accompanied also by all her boys Jason, Martyn and Darren A loving mother in law and proud grandmother of all her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Much loved sister of Doreen and late siblings Funeral Service Friday 13th May, 2022 Swansea Crematorium 12.00 p.m. Donations if so desired to Wales Air Ambulance will be kindly received. Graham J Sullivan, Ty Hedd Funeral Home Mynydd Garnllwyd Road, Morriston. Swansea. SA6 7QG Tel: 01792 775262
Glenys Elaine SMITH
Suddenly on Wednesday 20th April, at her home, Glenys, beloved wife of the late Howard, devoted mam of Andrew and Nigel, dear mother-in-law of Lynn, cherished nanna of Mitchel & Kath, Jamie & Amanda and Kira & Scott and great-nanna of Courtney, Tyler, Brett, Maisie, Leo, Alfie, Logan, Pippa and Reggie. Glenys will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. Funeral service Tuesday 10th May, Swansea Crematorium at 3.30pm. Further enquiries to Rees Davies & Son Funeralcare 01792 456976
Douglas WHITEMAN
Suddenly but peacefully on Monday 25th April, 2022 at his home, aged 63 years, Douglas of 20 Pen-yr-Allt, Ystalyfera. Devoted husband and best friend of Deborah. Cherished daddy of Mark, Robert and Stacey and father in law of Laura. Cherished grandad of Dafydd, Peter, Ashton, Calwyn, Rubie, Mark, Sophie and George. Son of the late Leslie and Christine. Much loved brother, uncle and cousin to many. Funeral Wednesday 11th May, 2022. Service and cremation at Margam crematorium at 9.45am. Further enquiries to Wynford Thomas & Son, Ystalyfera Funeralcare Tel: 01639 842422. Donations in lieu of flowers if so desired may be given in Douglas's memory to 'The British Heart Foundation' c/o The family.
Thomas Vaughan EVANS
(Tommy) Peacefully on 22nd April at his home Tommy, loving husband of the late Alma, proud father of Jean and the late David, loving Bap of his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Funeral service Swansea Crematorium, Tuesday 10th May at 2.00pm. All enquiries to Clive Harris Independent Funeral Directors, 84 Sterry Road, Gowerton, Swansea, SA4 3BW. Tel: 01792 879516.
Sandra Margaret FOOT
(Nee Huxtable) Suddenly passed away on Wednesday 27th April 2022 at Morriston Hospital. Sandra of 231 Bonymaen Road, Bonymaen. The much loved wife to the late Peter, cherished mother to Neil, Jamie and Zoe, mother-in-law to Alan and dearest daughter to the late Frances and Lenard Huxtable, loving nanna to Jamie, Rocco, and Oakleigh, a much loved sister to John, Roseline, Sylvia and the late David and Jean, dear sister-in-law and loving aunty to all her nieces, nephews and cousins. Sandra will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Wednesday 18th May 2022 when a service will be held at Sandra's home at 10.55am followed by Interment at Morriston Cemetery (Section ZZ) at 12.15pm. Flowers if so desired to Sandra's home please, the family request if you may, in memory of Sandra to wear something pink please. Further enquiries to Phillip Davies of Phillip G. Davies & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors Bethel Private Chapel of Rest Cockett, Swansea. SA2 0GB. Tel: (01792) 581924.
Valerie LEWIS
Peacefully at home on Easter Sunday 17th April 2022 surrounded by her loving family, Val, beloved wife of the late David, loving mum of Linda, Gary, Nigel, Alyson and the late Keith, proud Nan of all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Val will be sadly missed by all her loving family and many friends. A private family only funeral service will be held at Swansea Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if so desired to Maggies c/o St James Funeral Home 31 St James Gardens Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT Tel - 01792 643 840
Gaynor Ann MORRIS
(nee John) Suddenly passed away on 16th April at Morriston Hospital, Gaynor of Rhossili. Dearly loved wife of Trevor, loving mother of Helen, Diana and Rachel, also a loved mother-in-law and proud gran of Elizabeth, Matthew, Joseph, Ruby and Wilfred. Funeral Monday 9th May 12.30pm service at Swansea Crematorium. Family flowers only Donations if so desired to Parkinson's UK c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH.
Stephen Edward Albert MYHILL
(former employee of British Dredging & Walkers Crisps) Peacefully on Wednesday 13th April, at Singleton Hospital surrounded by his loving family, Stephen aged 80 years of Tan-y- Marian Road, Mayhill. Loving and devoted husband of Frances, much loved dad of Denise, Stephen, Richard and Stewart and respected father-in-law of Brian. Treasured grandfather of all his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Dear brother of Robert and the late Gloria and Ray. Funeral Monday, 9th May. Friends please meet for a service at Swansea Crematorium at 2:00 pm. Family flowers only, but donations in lieu, if so desired, may be made in Stephen's memory directly to Llys Nini or a charity of your choice.
Gaynor Cicely ROSSER
Suddenly on 26th April 2022 at Morriston Hospital. Beloved wife of the late Idris, cherished mum of Stuart, Keith and Glenys, much loved nanna of Dawn, Debby, Damian, Steven, Rhian and Craig, great-grandmother to all her great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren, dear sister of Megan and Enid and mother-in-law of Bernadette. Gaynor will be deeply missed by all who loved and respected her. Funeral Tuesday 10th May 2022 when a service will be held at Swansea Crematorium at 11.00am. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if so desired to "Cancer Research UK" 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.
Anne TRIBE
(Former Head of Occupational Therapy, Singleton Hospital, Swansea.) Peacefully on Wednesday 20th April at Hengoed Court Nursing Home aged 82 years. Anne, formerly of Langland Court Road, Langland, Swansea. Much loved and devoted mother of Andy, loving sister of Elliot and the late Lincoln, step-sister to Susan and a dear sister-in-law to Elise. A private funeral service is to be held on Friday 6th May. Family flowers only, donations in lieu if so desired to the Alzheimer's Society c/o Les Davies Independent Funeral Directors, Neath Funeral Home, Main Road, Cadoxton, Neath, SA10 8AP. Tel 01639 642945.
John BALLARD
Peacefully on Saturday April 16th 2022 at Singleton Hospital. John of Dunvant Road, Swansea. Beloved husband of the late Lola, a dear father of Lynette and the late Gillian and a cherished grandad of Trevor. He will be sorely missed by his loving family and friends. Funeral service Tuesday May 10th 2022 at Llanelli Crematorium, at 4:00pm Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if so desired for The RNLI Mumbles. c/o David E Morris & Son Funeral Directors, 2 Llwyn Meredith, Carmarthen SA31 1EF. Tel 01267 222917.
Robert DAHLGREN
Sadly passed away on 21st April at his home in Llansamlet, Robert formerly of Mount Pleasant. Beloved husband of the late Patricia (Pat), a loving father to Christian and Ian, a dear father-in-law to Melanie and Paula, much loved bampa to JJ, Eloise, Sarah and Thor. Robert will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service will be held at Swansea Crematorium on Tuesday 10th May at 3:00pm Family flowers only please but donations in memory of Robert may be made to: Macmillan Cancer Care 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
Lilian JENKINS
Peacefully passed away on 16th April at the Old Vicarage Nursing Home, Sketty, Lilian formerly of Sketty Park. Loving mother of John and Mark, dear mother-in-law of Karen, much loved nanna of Darren, Craig and Ashley and great granny of Lilah, Imogen and Lottie. Funeral Monday 9th May 11am service at Swansea Crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations if so desired to Marie Curie c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH.
Raymond Noel JENKINS
(Ray) Ex National Coal Board Accountant Internal Audit, Swansea City Council Survey Dept, Dunvant Horticultural Society - Treasurer. Ray passed away peacefully on 20th April 2022 at Morriston Hospital aged 86 years. Adored husband and soul mate of Alma, dearly loved father of Martin, proud and loving grandfather of his two precious granddaughters Hollie and Brittany. Dear brother of the late Jean, brother-in-law of the late Les and loving uncle of his niece Julie, dear brother-in-law and friend of Lynda and the late David. Ray will be missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service will take place on Wednesday 11th May 3.00pm at Llanelli Crematorium. Will be leaving his home in Dylan Road at 2.15pm. Family flowers only. If wished donations in Ray's memory would be appreciated to Forget Me Not, Killay c/o St James Funeral Home 31 St James Gardens Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT Tel: 01792 643840 Alma and family would like to thank doctors at Uplands Surgery, district nurses and especially the carers who attended Ray.
Bernard MURPHY
(Bernie formerly of Swansea University) Sadly passed away on 15th April at Nicosia General Hospital, Cyprus. Dearly loved husband of Jan, loving father of Alison and Paul and step father of Nick and Charlotte, dear father-in-law of Andrew, Lisa and Mari, proud bampi of Mac, Curtis, Aaron, Georgia, Emma, Kayleigh and Steven and great bampi of Dylan, Carson, Tyler, Maddie, Kaitlyn, McKenzie and Harley, loved brother of John. Bernie will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral Tuesday 10th May 12.30pm service at Swansea Crematorium. Family flowers only Donations if so desired to Wales Air Ambulance c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH.
Patricia Ann DANDO
(neé Samuel) Peacefully on Wednesday 27th April 2022 at Singleton Hospital, Ann of The Crescent, Caereithin, Swansea. Beloved wife of Len, loving mother of Colin and Michael, cherished grandmother of Joanne, Leigh, Kirsty and the late Marc and an adored great grandmother. Ann will be sadly missed by all her loving family and friends. The funeral will take place on Tuesday 10th May. Service at Arthur Cambrey Chapel of Rest 10.30 a.m. followed by interment at Llanelli District Cemetery 11.15 a.m. Flowers and all enquires to Arthur Cambrey Funeral Directors, Alban Road, Llanelli ,SA15 1ES, Tel: 01554 772829.
Alan John DAVIES
Suddenly passed away on Friday 15th April at Bridgewater, Alan of Ystradgynlais. Precious son of Margaret and the late Eirug, adored and loving father of Kirsty and Callum, much loved father-in-law of Gareth and Hannah, doting and fun loving grandad of Annie, Roczen and Taytum, brother of Debra, dear uncle and friend to many. The funeral will be held on Thursday 5th May. Service at Swansea Crematorium at 2:30pm. Family flowers only please. Donations if so desired in memory of Alan given to British Heart Foundation kindly received by Roger Castle & Daughter Funeral Directors. 86 Commercial Street, Ystalyfera, Swansea. SA9 2HU. Tel: 01639 843231.
Jack GUNSHON
(Former Employee at Alexandra Towing Company) Peacefully passed away on 24th April at Morriston Hospital. Jack of Llansamlet, beloved husband of the late Dorothy, loving father to Beverley, Mandy and Dawn, a dear father-in-law to Wayne, Tim and Jon, adored bampi to Wayne, Nicky, James, Kelly, Christopher, Daniel and the late Andrew, and great Bampi Jack to Lila, Ethan, Ava and Tommy, a dearest brother to Barbara and Alan. Jack will be sadly missed by his nieces, nephews, family and friends. Funeral Service will be held at Swansea Crematorium on Monday 9th May at 2:30pm. Family flowers only please but donations in memory of Jack may be made to: Ty Olwen via funeral-notices.co.uk or by cash / cheque to: Gwyn Jones Funeral Director 118 Trallwn Road Llansamlet Swansea SA7 9UU Tel: 01792 771066/411066
Winifred Mary TOWLER
(nee Stanbury) (Winnie) Sadly, passed away on Thursday 14th April 2022 at Morriston Hospital surrounded by her family aged 87 years, Winnie. Beloved wife to the late Bob, loving mother to Michelle and Lesley, mother in law to John, cherished nan to Jason, Joanna and Sian, proud great nannie to Eve and Freddie, much loved sister to Pat. Winnie will be very sadly missed and lovingly remembered by all her family and friends both here and in Australia. Service will take place at the family home, Friends to meet at Swansea Crematorium on Friday 6th May 2022 at 12.00pm, please wear a splash of colour if attending. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu of flowers if so desired to The Renal Ward Morriston Hospital c/o D.G.Attwell Funeral Directors, 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea, SA5 9JH Tel: 01792 650205
Sylvia BOLSH
Peacefully, on 19th April 2022, at Morriston Hospital, Sylvia aged 88, of Dan-y-Parc, Morriston. Beloved wife of the late Colin, loving and devoted mum of Terry and the late Jeff, respected mother-in-law of Sian and Jayne. Adored grandmother of Emma, Richard, Sarah, Lowri and Elinor, and all of her great grandchildren. Sylvia will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. Funeral Friday, 6th May, when a service will take place at Swansea Crematorium at 2:00 pm. Family flowers only, but donations in lieu, if so desired, may be made in memory of Sylvia to Wales Air Ambulance. Further enquiries c/o Morriston Funeralcare, 105-107, Clase Road, Morriston SA6 8DY Tel: 01792 798257
Terence Emrys EVANS
(Terry) Past Captain and life member of Morriston Golf Club. Sadly but peacefully on Saturday the 23rd April, Terry of Morriston. Dearly beloved husband of Lola, much loved dad of Gloria, Paul, Dawn, Jayne and Tracy. A dear father-in-law, devoted grampa, great grampa and great-great grampa. Terry will be sadly missed by all his family and friends A funeral service will be held at Ty-Hedd Funeral Home on Monday 9th May 2022 at 2.00pm. No flowers by request. Donations if so desired to Marie Curie Cancer Care. Graham J Sullivan Funeral Directors Ty-Hedd Funeral Home, Mynydd Garnllwyd Road, Morriston, Swansea, SA6 7QG Tel 01792 775262.
Sarah Ethne JEFFREYS
(Ethne) Peacefully on Sunday 17th April 2022 at the Old Vicarage, Sketty, after an illness borne with dignity and courage. Dearly loved aunt of her niece and nephews and their families in Australia and Canada. Much loved cousin and dear friend to many. Ethne, formerly of Meadow View, Dunvant and Abbeyfield House, Eaton Crescent will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. Funeral service to be held at St James's Church, Uplands, Swansea on Thursday 12th May at 11am. No flowers but, if desired, donations, in lieu, to The Woodland Trust, Kempton Way, Grantham NG31 6LL Graham J Sullivan Funeral Director. Ty-Hedd Funeral Home, Mynydd Garnllwyd Road, Morriston, Swansea, SA6 7QG Tel 01792 775262.
Cora "Ronvern" EVANS
EVANS Cora "Ronvern" Peacefully on 15th April 2022 at Hengoed Court Nursing Home with Alison by her side, Cora "Ronvern" Evans formerly of Summerland Lane, Newton. The cherished daughter of the late Cora and Cyril Evans. Ronvern will be greatly missed by Alison and "her boys" and all who knew and loved her. Funeral service at Llanelli Crematorium on Friday 6th May at 3.00pm. A splash of red or purple will be welcome as they were Ronvern's favourite colours. No flowers please but donations in lieu, if so desired, to Hengoed Court Nursing Home Residents Fund c/o St James Funeral Home 31 St James Gardens Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT Tel: 01792 643840
Averil KLEISER
Passed away peacefully at home on Friday 22nd April 2022 aged 90 years. Dearly beloved wife of late husband Michael, much loved and cherished mother of Julian and Jane and mother-in-law to Vassana and David, sister of the late Julia. A private family cremation will be followed by a remembrance service for friends and family later in the year.
Michael Edward Paul MASON
Peacefully, following a short illness, at Morriston Hospital, on April 22nd 2022, Michael, much loved husband of Diana, loving father of Paul and Anthony and daughters in law Ceri and Samantha. Loving grandfather to Rachel, Bethan and Freya. Great grandfather of Luca. Dear brother in law of Rosemary. Stalwart member of Morriston RFC Male Choir. Funeral Service Monday May 9th 2022, 3.00pm at Swansea Crematorium. Family flowers only; donations in lieu to The Stroke Association c/o John Edwards Funeral Directors 5 Cwmbath Road, Morriston, Swansea SA6 7AH Tel:01792 771232 Personal Service With Compassion
Gwyneth MEAD
(nee Bromham) Suddenly but peacefully on 21st April 2022 at her home, Gwyneth. Devoted wife of the late Raymond, much loved mother of Gary, loved mother-in-law and friend of Carla, loved Gu of Liam, Ryan and Ffion, loving Great Gu of Aiden. Funeral Saturday 7th May, service of Thanksgiving at The Salvation Army Citadel, Morfydd Street, Morriston 10.15am followed by cremation at Swansea Crematorium 11.30am. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if so desired, may be made to Morriston Salvation Army Songster Fund c/o D.G.Attwell Funeral Directors, 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea, SA5 9JH, Tel. 01792 650205. "Promoted To Glory"
Michael REEDER
Peacefully on Sunday 24th April 2022 at home surrounded by his family after a long battle with cancer, Mike. Much loved husband and soul mate of Liz and loving father to his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. A celebration of his life will be held at Llanelli Crematorium on Tuesday 10th May at 11am. No flowers please but donations in lieu to be made to the Lymphoma Leukaemia Myeloma Fund. A go fund me page has been set up on www.gofundme.com/mike-reeder Further enquiries c/o William Pressdee Funeralcare Tel. 01792 366513
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