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Paul Raymond CARR
Peacefully on Sunday 11th June at Tŷ Olwen Hospice after a long courageous battle, Paul much loved husband of Liz, loving brother of Peter, Michael, Annie and the late Jeremey, brother-in-law of Ian, Kate, Gaynor and Carole. Proud Uncle of Simon, Lewis, Sarah, Gary, Zena and the late Vincent. Paul spent a lifetime serving Langland Lifeguards and will be greatly missed by Langland’s community, his many friends and family. A funeral service will be held at St James Church, Uplands, Monday 3rd July at 2pm. Followed by cremation at Swansea Crematorium, 3:30pm. Family flowers only but donations in lieu if so desired to Tŷ Olwen Hospice. c/o St James Funeral Home, 31 St James Gardens, Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT. Tel: 01792 643840. Black attire optional.
Margaret Eaton COOKE (nee Neilson)
(nee Neilson) Peacefully on Wednesday 14th June 2023 at Morriston Hospital, Margaret. Beloved Wife of Howard and a much loved Sister, Aunt and Great-Aunt. Margaret will be greatly missed by all her family and many friends. Funeral, Tuesday 4th July at Swansea Crematorium at 2pm. Followed by a Service of Thanksgiving at Uniting Church, Sketty, 3.30pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if desired to Ty Hafen c/o St James Funeral Home, 31 St James Gardens, Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT. Tel: 01792 643840.
Colin DAVIES
Ex Tesco Fforestfach Peacefully on Saturday 17th June 2023 at Peniel Green Nursing Home, Llansamlet, Swansea, Colin. Much loved husband of the late Pat, loving father of Sharon and Emma, devoted Bampi of Ellie and partner Cory, Katie, Chloe and Dylan, father in law of Damien. Funeral Monday 3rd July when a service will be held at Swansea Crematorium 12.30pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if so desired, may be made to Prostate Cancer UK c/o D.G.Attwell funeral Directors, 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH Tel. 01792 650205.
Frederick John (Fred) GALLIVAN (Fred)
Suddenly but peacefully at his home, Fred of Clifton Court, Treboeth, aged 73 years. Cherished and loyal Husband to Veronica, loving Father to Louise and Lucy, respected Father-in-law to Gareth and Christian. Proud Bampa of Matthew, Ryan, Cameron, Holly and Sophia. A man loved by so many and missed by all. Funeral service to be held at St Joseph's Cathedral on Tuesday 4th July at 10:45 prior to a strictly private service of committal at Swansea Crematorium. Family flowers only please, however donations in lieu of flowers can be made payable directly to The British Heart Foundation, Compton House, 2300 The Crescent, Birmingham Business Park, Birmingham B37 7YE or made via www.bhf.org.uk Further enquiries C/O Morriston Funeral Care 01792 798257
Gwyneth GLOVER
Peacefully passed away on 16th June 2023 at Singleton Hospital, Gwyneth of Mount Crescent, Penllergaer, beloved wife of the late Frank, devoted mother of Matthew, Susan, Mary, Brian, Shirley, Gillian and Valery, dear mother-in-law to Ronnie, Carl, Brian and Pat, much loved Nana of all her grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. Funeral service at Swansea Crematorium on Thursday 6th July at 11.30am. No flowers by request, donations in lieu if so desired for The Alzheimer’s Society may be sent to David Hitchings & Sons Independent Funeral Directors, 34 Frampton Rd, Gorseinon, Swansea. SA4 4XY. Tel 01792 897323. The family request you wear something blue.
Ann INGHAM (NEE HANFORD)
Suddenly and sadly passed away on 14th June at her home in Birchgrove, Ann formerly of Trallwn Road, Llansamlet, loving wife to Tony, much loved mother to Mark, Sarah and Simon, cherished nanna to her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Ann will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. The funeral has already taken place. All enquiries to: Gwyn Jones Funeral Director, 118 Trallwn Road, Llansamlet, Swansea. SA7 9UU Tel: 01792 771066 / 07483125296
Peter Michael JONES
Sadly but peacefully passed away on 13th June at Morriston Hospital, Peter of Elizabeth Close, Ynysforgan. Dearly loved husband to Margaret, loving father of Philip and Andrew, father-in-law to Sharon and Julie, much loved grandfather to Ceri and Natalie, Rhian and Dan, Scott and Alex, Charlotte and Mathew, and great grandfather to Teddy, brother of Maureen and the late Elaine. Funeral service to take place at Swansea Crematorium on Wednesday 5th July at 11:00am. Family flowers only please but donation if so desired in memory of Peter can be made to: Ward S Morriston Hospital. (cash/cheque) c/o Gwyn Jones Funeral Director 118 Trallwn Road Llansamlet Swansea SA7 9UU Tel: 01792 771066 / 07483125296
Kathleen KING
Peacefully on 16th June 2023 at her home surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of Derek, cherished mam of Kelvin and Cathryn, dearest foster-mum of Frances, loving grandma to all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Kathleen will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Funeral Monday 3rd July 2023 where a service will be held at Bethel Private Chapel, Cockett at 11:00am followed by Interment at Oystermouth Cemetery at 12:15pm. Family flowers only please, donation in lieu if so desired to Leukaemia Lymphoma Myeloma Fund "L.L.M.F" via funeral-notices.co.uk or cheques may be presented to Lee Davies of Phillip G. Davies & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors Cockett, SA2 0GB. Tel: (01792) 581924.
Barbara Doreen LEE (nee Stephens)
(nee Stephens) Peacefully passed away on 2nd June 2023 at Ty Olwen surrounded by her loving family, Barbara aged 96 years of Ivy Bush Court, St. Thomas. Dearly loved wife of the late William, beloved mother of Gaynor, Janet and Stephen, dear mother-in-law of Tony, Bev and the late Gerald, proud nanna of Darrian, Dean, Lee, Adele and Serina, loving great nanna of Corey, Josh, Dione, Emily, Abi, Freya, Gracie, Cerys, Lacey, Alfie, Dexter and Roman and great great nanna of Jayden, Cobyn and Caleb, also a loved aunt, great aunt and friend of many. Funeral Friday 30th June service at Swansea Crematorium 12.30pm. Family flowers only Donations if so desired to Cancer Research Wales c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH Tel (01792) 650205.
Pat LLEWELLYN (Nee Noakes)
(Nee Noakes) Died peacefully on 8th June 2023 at Cwm Cartref Care Home, after a long battle with Alzheimer's. Formerly of Graig Newydd and Abertwrch Farm, Pat was the beloved wife of the late Maldwyn, dearly loved mum to Sue, Mark, Ruth and the late Nev and a devoted Gran. Funeral service at Morriston Crematorium at 3 pm on Friday 30th June. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Alzheimer's UK. Further enquiries to Wynford Thomas & Son Ystalyfera Funeralcare, 61 Commercial Street, Ystalyfera, Swansea, SA9 2HU. Telephone 01639 842422.
John MADGE
Suddenly but peacefully passed away on Sunday 18th June at Morriston Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband of the late Pauline, much loved father, father-in-law, grandfather and great grandfather. John will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service to be held at Swansea Crematorium on Friday 7th July at 12:30pm. Family flowers only please. All enquiries to: Gwyn Jones Funeral Director 118 Trallwn Road Llansamlet Swansa SA7 9UU Tel: 01792 771066 / 07483125296
Raymond John MCKEON
(Ray McKeon Motors) Peacefully on Friday 16th June with his family, at his home in Mayals, Swansea, Ray. Much loved husband of Betty, his wife for over 66 years, adored father of Cheryl, and proud and loving gramps of Tom and Rachel. Grateful thanks to all the staff at Abertawe Medical Partnership, Singleton Diabetic Unit, the District Nurses, the Virtual Ward, his many lovely carers from Social Services and RSD, and latterly the Palliative Care team from Ty Olwen, for their unfailing support and kindness. Funeral service at Llanelli crematorium, Friday 7th July at 1pm. Family flowers only, donations if wished in memory of Ray to Diabetes UK, c/o St James Funeral Home, 31 St James Gardens, Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT. Tel: 01792 643840.
Ann OSBORNE
It is with great sadness that the family of Mrs Ann Osborne announces her passing on Saturday 17th June 2023 at the age of 81. Ann will be lovingly remembered by her son James, daughter-in-law Joanne, two grandsons Noah and Nathaniel, brother Ian and sister in law Carol. The Funeral Service will be Wednesday 5th July, 2023, Ty Hedd Funeral Home 2.15 p.m. followed by an Interment at Morriston Cemetery at 3.15pm. Family flowers only. Charitable donations can be made online to Dementia UK in remembrance of Ann. Graham J Sullivan, Ty Hedd Funeral Home, Mynydd Garnllwyd Road, Morriston, Swansea. SA6 7QG Tel: 01792 775262
Glyn Mervyn James OWEN
On Sunday 4th June 2023, at Singleton Hospital. Mervyn of Bryntywod, Llangyfelach. Much loved husband of late Eira, loving father of David and Robert, loving father-in-law of Sarah and Fiona, incredibly proud Grampa of George, Isabel, Rachelle and Great-Grampa to Dylan. Special thanks to all staff at Helping Hands and the local hospitals who have generously given such wonderful care and support. Funeral to be held on Monday 3rd July, family and friends please congregate at Swansea Crematorium at 11.30. Family flowers only please, memorial donations in Mervyn's name may be made payable to the British Heart Foundation / Alzheimer's Society. And sent to Anthony Inkin & Paul Deans, Family Funeral Directors, Kilby Court, Loughor, Swansea, SA4 6RQ. Tel 01792 897710. Remembered with love and forever in our hearts.
Leonard Francis (Len) REES
(Len) Formerly of Ford Motor Company Sadly on Thursday 8th June 2023 at Morriston Hospital, Len. Beloved husband of Liz, much loved dad of Chris and Nick, father-in-law of Vicky and Karen and adored Bampi to his grandchildren. Len will be greatly missed by all his family and many friends. Funeral Thursday 6th July at Llanelli Crematorium, 11am. No flowers by request, 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.
Janet Myfanwy (Jan) RICHARDS
(Jan ) Sadly passed away on the 16th June 2023 at Morriston Hospital. Beloved mother of Adrian and mother in law to Donna. Doting Mamgu to Jason and Hannah, much loved auntie and dear friend. Private funeral service. The family would like to invite all to a celebration of her life at Trebanos RFC at 4.00pm on Friday 30th June 2023.
Janet Mary SILVEY
Jan Silvey passed away on Saturday 17th June 2023, aged 92. Beloved wife of David and mother to Jonathan and the late Elizabeth and Katherine. Grandmother to James, Fred, George, Hannah, Alfie and Grace and Great Grandmother to Gruff. A service of thanksgiving for her life will be held at 3.30pm on Friday 14th July at All Saints Church, Oystermouth, Mumbles following a 2:00pm committal at Swansea Crematorium. Family flowers only please, but donations in lieu if desired for 'Ty Olwen' may be sent c/o Mr Paul Murray (Vice Chairman) 4 Pen y fro Close, Dunvant, Swansea, SA2 7TT. Further enquiries c/o William Pressdee Funeralcare Tel. 01792 366513
Patricia Blanche SMITH (Pat)
(Pat) Peacefully on 12th June 2023 at Morriston Hospital, Pat, beloved wife of the late Jim, loving mother of Mark and dear mother-in-law to Jane, a proud grandmother of Jonathan and Dominic and great grandmother to Kya and Ethan and a cherished sister of Terry. Funeral service at Llanelli Crematorium Wednesday 5th July at 11am. Family flowers only donations in lieu may be sent to National Autistic Society 393 City Road, London, EC1V 1NG; please specify that the donations go to the Swansea branch. Donations may also be made directly via bank transfer to The National Autistic Society Swansea Sort Code 09-02-22 Account Number 10851564 Further enquiries c/o William Pressdee Funeralcare 01792 366513
William Charles Ernest (Bill) THOMAS
(Bill) Peacefully in his sleep on the 14th June 2023 William Charles Ernest Thomas (Bill) Devoted husband of Barbara, loving father of Dawn and Caroline, father-in -law to Michael and Simon and loving Grampa to Kelly, Natalie, Micheala, Nathan and Jordan. Great Grandfather to Charlotte, Joshua, Jayden, Lola, Amber, Scarlett and Aurora. Bill will be forever be in the hearts of his family and friends. A funeral service will be held on the 29th June 10.30am at Ty-Hedd Funeral Home. Graham J. Sullivan Funeral Directors Ty-Hedd Funeral Home Mynydd Garnllwydd Road Swansea SA6 7QG
Hilda May Annie VENN
Peacefully passed away on 21st June 2023 at Peniel Green Care Home, aged 88 years. Beloved wife of the late Leslie, cherished mum of Robert and Jackie, dearest mother in law of Jayne and Carl, loving nannie to Luke and Alicia, sister to Joan, William and Edward, sister in law of Eluned and a aunt and great aunt to many. Hilda will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Funeral Tuesday 4th July 2023, where a service will be held at Bethel Private Chapel, Cockett at 1:00pm followed by Interment at Oystermouth Cemetery at 2:15pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if so desired to Alzheimers Society via funeral-notices.co.uk or cheques may be presented to Lee Davies of Phillip G. Davies & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors, Cockett, SA2 0GB. Tel: (01792) 581924.
Betty WEBB ( NEE BUTCHER)
Peacefully passed away on 13th June at Hengoed Court Care Home, Winchwen, Swansea, Betty formerly of Willow Court, Clyne Common, Swansea and Queens Road, Maidstone, Kent. Beloved wife of the late Charlie, loving mother to John and Robert, a dear mother-in-law, cherished Nannie Bett to her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Betty will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service will be held at Swansea Crematorium on Monday 3rd July at 12:00pm. Family flowers only please but donations if so desired in memory of Betty can be made to: Westborough Bowles Club (cash/cheque) c/o Gwyn Jones Funeral Director 118 Trallwn Road Llansamlet Swansea SA7 9UU Tel: 01792 771066 / 07483125296
Catherine Denise (Denise) WILLIAMS
(Denise) It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Denise Williams, who passed away peacefully at Marie Curie Hospice in Penarth on the 30th May 2023 from secondary breast cancer, at the age of 72. Denise was a much loved sister to Peter and David. Sister-in-law to Margaret and Sandra. A loving Aunt to Gareth, Elle, John, Klara, Claire, Nicola and Michael. A lovingly remembered great-aunt to Flynn, Sam and Courtney. Denise will be greatly missed by all who knew her, and will be remembered for her positive outlook on life and her honesty, openness and strength of character throughout all the stages of her illness. Funeral service to be held on Wednesday 5th July at 1:15pm Wenallt Chapel, Thornhill Crematorium, CF14 6RG. Dress code: smart casual in colours of your choosing. Family flowers only, donations in lieu, if desired, to: Marie Curie Hospice, Holme Tower. All enquiries to Adams & Young Funeral Directors 48 Waungron Road LLandaff Cardiff CF5 2JL Tel 02922 360247 hello@adamsyoungfunerals.co.uk
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