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Olive Gilroy BENNETT
Peacefully passed away on April 12th at Morriston Hospital, Olive of Strawberry Place, Morriston. Dearly loved wife of the late Roy, loving mother of Keith, Mark and the late Paul, dear mother-in-law of Wendy, Susan and Michelle, much loved nanna of Grant, Rhianne, Jack and Bethan and great nanna of Archie, loved sister of Moya and the late Lorraine. Olive will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Wednesday 3rd May 11.30am service at Swansea Crematorium. Family flowers only Donations if so desired to the MND Association c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH. Tel (01792) 650205.
Phillip BROWN
Peacefully on Sunday 9th April 2023 at Morriston Hospital, Phillip the beloved son of the late Norman and Elizabeth (Betty). Devoted brother to Darrel, Pam, Caroline and the late Lyn. A much loved brother-in-law to Pamela, Clive, Gary and Marion and Uncle to all his nieces and nephews. Funeral is on Friday 5th May at Margam Crematorium, 10:30am. Family flowers only but if desired donations in lieu of Dementia UK. C/O Mrs. Caroline Davies 12 Oak Field Road Pontardawe SA8 4LD
June BUTLER
Sadly, Joanne and family announce that on Wednesday 19th April 2023, June passed away after a short illness, reuniting her with her late beloved husband Terry and son Michael. Funeral service will take place at Ty-Hedd Funeral Home on Wednesday 3rd May at 11:00 am. Family flowers only please, but donations if so desired to Tawe Ward, Morriston Hospital 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.
Irene Frances CHARLES
Sadly on Sunday 2nd April 2023, at Pen y Bryn Care Home, Sketty. Irene, beloved wife of the late Raymond. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Tuesday 2nd May when a service will be held at St. Paul's Church, Sketty at 1.15pm, followed by cremation at Swansea Crematorium 2.30pm. Family flowers only, but donations in lieu if so desired to the RNLI (Mumbles) c/o St James Funeral Home, 31 St James Gardens, Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT. Tel: 01792 643840.
Mary Claire CLANCY (Claire)
(Claire) Peacefully on 15th April 2023 at Brynhyfryd House Nursing Home, Claire, beloved wife of Ray, wonderful Mum to Lynne, Peter and Paul and dear mother-in-law of Nick and Gill. Much loved Nana of Sharon, Chris, Cath, Beth, Tom, Nicola, Rachel and Alexandra; and a loving Great-Nana to her great grandchildren. A very proud Aunty Claire to all her nephews and nieces. A Requiem Mass will be held at Our Lady Star of the Sea R.C. Church, Mumbles on Friday 5th May at 10.30am followed by interment at Oystermouth Cemetery. Family flowers only please, but donations in lieu if desired may be sent to the staff at Brynhyfryd House Nursing Home, 36 West Cross Lane, West Cross, Swansea, SA3 5LS. Further enquiries c/o William Pressdee Funeralcare Tel. 01792 366513 Requiescat in Pace
Joy COOKE
On Wednesday 29th March 2023, Joy, wife of the late Dennis, proud mother of Susan, Michael, Gillian and Amanda, mother-in-law to Philip, Victoria and Simon, loving granny to all her grandchildren. Funeral service Friday 28th April 2023, at Murton Methodist Church, Manselfield Road, Murton, Swansea, SA3 3AR, 11.15am followed by cremation at Margam Crematorium 12.45pm, Port Talbot SA13 2NR. Donation in lieu of flowers to Alzheimer's Society c/o Clive Harris Independent Funeral Directors, 84 Sterry Road, Gowerton, Swansea, SA4 3BW. Tel: 01792 879516.
Mervyn George DANCE
Peacefully, on the 9th of April, at Singleton Hospital. Beloved husband of Hilary and much loved father of Michael. He will be very sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. Funeral service to be held at Ty-Hedd Funeral Home on Thursday 4th May at 11 am. Family flowers only please. Donations if so desired to be made directly to Alzheimer's Society via their website. Graham J. Sullivan Funeral Directors. Ty-Hedd Funeral Home, Mynydd Garnllyd Road, Swansea, SA6 7QG
Tudor DAVIES (ex Swansea Fire Service)
(ex Swansea Fire Service) Passed away peacefully at home on 8th April after a short illness, Tudor. of Manselton. Beloved husband of Jackie, devoted father of Andrew and Claire, dear father-in-law of Jennene and the late Nigel, cherished Bampa to Isabelle and Grampa to Emily and Olivia. Loving brother to the late Eileen and Raymond. Funeral service taking place at Swansea Crematorium at 11:30 on Friday 28th April. Family flowers only please; donations in lieu welcomed, supporting Marie Curie, via: https://tudor-davies.muchloved.com, or by cheque to the charity c/o C. Meirion Hopkin & Son, 96 High Street, Clydach, Swansea SA6 5LN.
Gareth John DAVIES
Passed away peacefully in his sleep on 04 April 2023 at Morriston Hospital. Gareth aged 63 of Gower Road, Killay, Swansea was the devoted husband of Nicola, forever loved son of Gloria and step dad John, beloved son of Alan and step mum Pat, proud father to Nicolai and Vesa-Sophia, dearly loved brother to Sara, Ceri and David and brother-in-law Gareth, kind uncle to Alex, Amy, David, Tamsin, Stuart and the late Becky and doting great uncle to Rue. Funeral Wednesday 26th April, friends kindly meet at Swansea Crematorium at 10:30am Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if so desired may be made payable directly to Alzheimers Society. Further inquiries c/o Eddie Tucker, 10 Swan Court, The Precinct, Killay, Swansea SA2 7BA. Tel 01792 280101.
Stephen John DAVIES
Stephen passed away peacefully on April 17th at St Martin's Court Care Home, Morriston, formerly of Trallwn and Morriston. Much loved son of the late Josie. Stephen will be sadly missed by his sister Patricia, nephew Christian, his wife Jemma and family. Funeral service will be held at Swansea Crematorium on Tuesday 9th May at 12:00pm. Family flowers only please. All enquiries to: Gwyn Jones Funeral Director 118 Trallwn Road Llansamlet Swansea SA7 9UU Tel: 01792 771066 / 07483125296
Frances Mary (Mair) DAVISON
(Mair) Peacefully, on 16th of April 2023 at Morriston Hospital, beloved wife of Eric, much loved mother to Keith. She will be very sadly missed, by all who knew and loved her. Funeral service to be held, Margam Crematorium Thursday 11th May at 11:15 am. Family flowers only please. Donations if so desired to be made payable to, Ward F Morriston Hospital c/o Keith Eric Davison. Graham J. Sullivan Funeral Directors. Ty-Hedd Funeral Home, Mynydd Garnllyd Road, Swansea, SA6 7QG
Peter Daniel DENNIS (Ex BSC Trostre)
(Ex BSC Trostre) Peacefully on 14th April 2023 at Awel y Mor nursing home after an illness courageously borne. Peter (formerly of Waun Road, Loughor) Beloved husband of the late Pam. Dearly loved father of Laura and Paul. Loving father in law of Susan and the late Charles. Cherished Gramps of Chloe, Daniel, Amber, Ben and Laura. Loving Great Gramps of Charley and a dear brother of Clive and the late Gerald and Gillian. Funeral Wednesday 3rd May. Family and friends kindly meet at Llanelli Crematorium at 4.00 pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu may be made to Parkinson's Swansea District Branch at www.inkinanddeans.co.uk or sent to Anthony Inkin & Paul Deans, Family Funeral Directors, Kilby Court, Loughor, Swansea, SA4 6RQ Tel 01792 897710.
Meryl Anne ELLIOTT (nee James)
(nee James ) Retired Headteacher of Waun Wen Primary School 01/02/39 - 10/04/23 Passed away peacefully on 10th April after a short stay at Morriston Hospital. Beloved wife of the late Brian Elliott, loved step-mother of David and Frankie, Lucy and Haydn, proud grandmother and great-grandmother. Service at Swansea Crematorium on Tuesday 2nd May, at 3.30pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if wished to RNLI c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors, 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH. Tel (01792) 650205.
Michael John ELLIOTT
Peacefully on 2nd April 2023, Mike passed away at Morriston Hospital. Beloved husband of Betsan, faithful brother of Marie and Valerie, devoted stepfather of Helen and Jack, and loving step-grandfather of Mali and Gwen. Funeral service to be held at Swansea Crematorium on Friday 28th April 2023, at 1:15pm. Family flowers only, donations in lieu if so desired to Tŷ Hafan Children's Hospice Donations and all enquiries to: Gareth Sims of Sims and Jones Independent Funeral Directors, 240 Jersey Road, Bonymaen, Swansea, SA1 7DL. Tel: 01792 700501.
(Ada) Mary EVANS
Peacefully on Tuesday 11th April 2023 at Hillside Care Home, aged 96 years, Mary, beloved mother of Gaynor and the late David, adored grandmother of David and James and great-grandmother of Isa and Matthew. Mary will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Funeral service Thursday 4th May at Swansea Crematorium 11.00am. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, for Hillside Care Home (please make cheques payable to Jupiter Care Limited) c/o St James Funeral Home, 31 St James Gardens, Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT. Tel: 01792 643840.
Andrea HEFFERNAN (nee Sage)
(nee Sage) Suddenly on 9th April 2023 after a long illness borne with bravery and courage, aged 39 years. Andrea of Penclawdd, unexpectedly lost her fight. Adored daughter of Janet and Wyn. Devoted mum to Thomas, Harley and Erin. Inseparable sister of Phil and sister in law of Bex. Deeply loved Niece to her Aunties and Uncles. Best friend to all. A celebration of Andrea's life will take place on Tuesday 2nd May 2023 at Llanelli Crematorium at 4.00 pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Andrea will be gratefully received in support of: Andrea's children and their future via: https://gofund.me/843abab7 and/or The Old Mill Foundation via: www.inkinanddeans.co.uk All enquiries to Anthony Inkin & Paul Deans Family Funeral Directors. Kilby Court, Loughor, Swansea SA4 6RQ Tel: 01792 897710 At Andrea's request, please wear bright colours. She loved yellow.
Glenys HOPKINS (NEE MATHIAS)
Passed away peacefully on 6th April at Hafan Y Coed Care Home after a long illness, Glenys dearly loved wife of the late Grenville, cherished mother of Gareth, Gail and Janette, dear mother in law to Ieuan and Belinda, adored nanny of Daniel, Luc and Cara, a dearly loved great grandmother, also a much loved sister and sister in law. Glenys will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. Funeral service will be held on Wednesday 3rd May 12:30 at Morriston Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if so desired to Dementia UK. All enquiries to Phillip G. Davies & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors 2, Waunarlwydd Road Cockett, Swansea, SA2 0GB. Tel: (01792) 581924
Edith Ann HORRIGAN
Peacefully on Wednesday 12th April 2023 at her home surrounded by her loving family. Ann, much loved wife of Billy, loving mum of Tracy, Sian, Helen and Leanne, stepmum of Rodney and Tony, loved grandmother of all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, beloved sister of all her brothers and sisters. Ann will be sadly missed by all her family and many friends. Funeral Tuesday 2nd May when a service will be held at Swansea Crematorium 12.30pm. Flowers please to D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors, 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH. Tel (01792) 650205.
Ann HOWELL
Passed away peacefully on Monday April 10th at Ty Olwen, Ann of Penuel Close, Loughor. Beloved wife of Colin, loving Mother of Donna and Rob, cherished Nana of Eve, Ann will be dearly missed by Paul and Hannah and by all who knew and loved her. Funeral will take place on Friday May 12th at Llanelli Crematorium, 12 noon. Family flowers only, donations in memory of Ann may be made to Ty Olwen c/o www.inkinanddeans.co.uk Anthony Inkin and Paul Deans Funeral Directors, Kilby Court, Loughor SA46RQ. Tel 01792 897710. Please wear an item of sparkle or colour.
Valerie Amelia JOHNS
Passed away aged 78 years on April 16th 2023 and now with her Saviour. Beloved wife to John, loving mother to Andrew and David, dear mother in law to Sali. Valerie will be forever missed by all her family and friends, and by all who knew her. Funeral service to be held at Swansea Crematorium on Thursday May 4th at 12.30pm. Family flowers only please, donations to Capel Carmel Pentredwr, Swansea will be gratefully accepted in her memory c/o D.G.Attwell Funeral Directors, 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH Tel. 01792 650205
Heilig JONES
On 12th April Heilig passed away peacefully at home aged 92, surrounded by family, in Penybanc, Ammanford. A native of Llanybydder, and later of Swansea, Cardiff and Caerleon, Heilig was a cherished and loving husband to Marion, wonderful father to Beth and Richard and much-loved father-in-law to Allan and Jenny. Heilig will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral on 9th May, service at Llanelli Crematorium at 2 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to Friends of Swansea Botanical Gardens will be received by Hywel Griffiths & Sons, Funeral Directors,or through the JustGiving link: www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/heilig-jones Bwtrimawr, 39 Betws Road, Betws, Ammanford, SA18 2HE
David Brian LANDERS
Passed away peacefully on Friday April 14th. Beloved husband of Rosalind, much loved father of Helen, Philippa, Emma and Sally, cherished Grandpa of Drew, Alex, Morgan, Sylvan, Liv and Seren. Brian will be forever loved and missed by all his family. Funeral Thursday 4th May at 2.30pm at Swansea Crematorium. Family flowers only, donations in lieu to Parkinson's UK. Pressdee Funeralcare, Mumbles.
Jeff MORRIS
Peacefully on 19th April 2023. Jeff will be sadly missed by his wife Ruth, son Dylan and all who knew him. Funeral service will be held graveside at Oystermouth Cemetery Woodland Section on Wednesday 10th May at 3.15pm following which a warm invitation is extended to all at the Bristol Channel Yacht Club, Mumbles. No flowers. Further enquiries c/o William Pressdee Funeralcare Tel. 01792 366513
Ian David NATUSCH
Suddenly on 29th March 2023, David, beloved son of Jean and the late Alan, older brother of Philip and Janet and uncle to Lottie, Jonah, Rachel and Sephie. Funeral Tuesday 2nd May; a service of committal at Swansea Crematorium at 10.30am will be followed by a Service of Thanksgiving of David's life at Clyne Chapel, Blackpill at 11.45am. Family flowers only please, but donations in lieu if desired may be sent to RNLI (Mumbles) c/o The Honorary Treasurer, 9 Croftfield Crescent, Newton, SA3 4UL Further enquiries c/o William Pressdee Funeralcare Tel. 01792 366513
Keith PARRY
Peacefully on 11th April at Tan-yr-Allt house. Keith, loving Husband to June, wonderful Father to Andrew, Jonathan and Matthew, cherished Bampi to Bradley, Jacob, Finley, Heston and Theo. Adored Father-in-law to Sarah, Clare and Kelsey. Also loving Son to the late Betty and Hayden, Brother to Jeff, Colin, Roy, Jayne and Kevin, dear brother-in-law. Much loved son-in-law to the late Winnie and Syd, also wonderful Friend to Myra, Michael and the late Connie, Wozzy, Billy, Phillip and Elaine. Much loved Uncle to his Nieces and Nephews. Keith will be missed by all who knew him. Funeral Tuesday 2nd May 2023 where a service will be held at Swansea Crematorium at 11:00am. Can anyone wishing to attend, please meet at the Crematorium. Family flowers only please, donations would be warmly welcomed to the staff at Tan-Yr-Ally House. Further enquiries to Lee Davies of Phillip G. Davies & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors 89, Port Tennant Road Swansea. Tel: (01792) 581924.
Raymond James PASS
Sadly passed away on Thursday 13th April 2023 at home surrounded by his loving family. Ray, best friend and adored husband to Ceri, devoted dad to Amy and Ashley and admired by their partners Jamie and Hannah. Loving brother-in-law to Martyn and Susan and treasured uncle to Bethan and Alex. He will be greatly missed by all the family and his many friends. Funeral service will be held at Ty-Hedd Funeral Home, SA6 7QG on Saturday 29th April at 10:00 AM, followed by committal at Swansea Crematorium, SA6 6BY at 11:00 AM. Family flowers only, donations if so desired to Prostate Cancer UK either through Graham J. Sullivan Funeral Directors website, Funeral Notices, dignityfunerals.co.uk/graham-j-sullivan/swansea or through the South Wales Evening Post website, funeral-notices.co.uk All are welcome to join the family for light refreshments at The Plough and Harrow Llangyfelach after the funeral. Enquiries to: Graham J. Sullivan Funeral Directors, Ty-Hedd Funeral Home, Mynydd Garnllwyd Road, Morriston, Swansea, SA6 7QG Tel 01792 775262.
John PRENDERGAST
Passed away Peacefully at Morriston hospital on Monday April 10th aged 84 years, John of Gwynfe Road Loughor, beloved husband of the late Bridget, and partner of Kathleen, dearly loved father of John, Janet and Eamon, cherished brother, uncle, father in law and granddad. John will be sadly missed by his family , friends and all who knew him Funeral will take place on Friday April 28th at the Church of the blessed Sacrament Gorseinon 11.15am, followed by interment at Kingsbridge Cemetery 12.15pm. Family flowers only donations in memory of John may be made to The (British Heart Foundation BHF) c/o www.inkinanddeans.co.uk Anthony Inkin and Paul Deans Funeral Directors Kilby Court, Loughor, SA46RQ tel 01792 897710
Royston Philip (Roy) THOMAS
(Roy) Newsagent, formerly of Llangyfelach Road, Treboeth and cashier at Booker Swansea. Peacefully on the 11th April 2023, Roy of Dinas Street, Plasmarl, sadly passed away surrounded by his family. Beloved husband of the late Cheryl, loving father of Susan, Sian and David, father-in-law to Lee, cherished bampa to Laura and Ceri, grandad to Christopher and Grace, great Bampa to Harriet and Finlee. Cherished brother to Geoffrey, and the late Michael, loved uncle, brother-in-law and great friend. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Funeral service to take place at Swansea Crematorium. Friday 5th of May 2023, 11am. The family invite you to join them for light refreshments at The Eagle Inn, Treboeth, Swansea, following the service. Family flowers only please. Donations if so desired to go directly to Cancer Research U.K. Graham J. Sullivan Funeral Directors. Ty-Hedd Funeral Home, Mynydd Garnllyd Road, Swansea, SA6 7QG
Mary (Ex Teacher, Neath College) THOMAS
(Ex Teacher, Neath College) Peacefully on Saturday 15th April 2023 at Dan y Bryn Care Home. Mary formerly of Quarr Road, Pontadawe. Beloved Wife of the late Bill, Devoted Mother of Gail and Linda and Mother-in-law of Allan and the late Gareth. Cherished Mamgu of Craig, Richard, Rachel and Rebecca. Mamgu Ponty to Tom, Lewis, Harry, George and Macie. Funeral Wednesday 3rd May 2023 Service and Cremation Swansea Crematorium at 11am Family flowers only, in lieu of flowers please donate to Wales Air Ambulance. Further enquires to Wynford Thomas and Son 61 Commercial Street Ystalyfera Swansea SA9 2HU
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