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Arthur John ALLEN (Johnny Allen - Ex Swt/First Cymru)
Johnny Allen - Ex SWT/First Cymru Sadly but peacefully passed away on 3rd May 2023 aged 85 years. Beloved father of Margaret, Michael and David. Devoted grandfather of Cerys, Lewis, Sadie, Corey, Lucie and Jaypal. Dear father-in-law of Mark, Karen and Kam. Funeral service taking place at Swansea Crematorium at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday 23rd May 2023. Family flowers only, please; donations in lieu welcomed, supporting Wales Air Ambulance, via: https://johnny-allen.muchloved.com or by cheque to the charity c./o C. Meirion Hopkin & Son, 96 High Street, Clydach, Swansea SA6 5LN. Tel: 01792 844513.
Handel BRYANT
(Ex Ford Motor Company, Jersey Marine) Peacefully on Saturday May 6th 2023 at Morriston Hospital, Handel, the much loved husband of Ann, loving stepfather of Anthony and Anna, adored grandad of Faith and Ethan, beloved uncle of Paul, also a dear father of the late Steve and grandfather of the late Scott. Funeral service to be held at Swansea Crematorium on Thursday 25th May 2023 at 12.30pm. Family flowers only please but donations in lieu if so desired to Ward G, Morriston Hospital All donations and enquiries to: Gareth Sims Sims and Jones Independent Funeral Directors, 240 Jersey Road, Bonymaen, Swansea, SA1 7DL. Tel: 01792 700501.
Stuart CALDER
Suddenly passed away on 30th April at his home in Birchgrove after a long illness. Much loved husband to Dilys, loving father to Ben and Jay, a dear father-in-law, cherished bampi to Casper, Lara and Isabella. Stuart will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service will be held at Margam Crematorium on Monday 22nd May at 12:45pm. Family flowers only please but donations if so desired in memory of Stuart can be made to: Diabetes UK 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
Kenneth George CHARLTON
Peacefully passed away on 24th April after a short stay in Morriston Hospital. Dearly loved husband of the late Maida Bronwen, loving father of Linda, Stephen, Paul, Peter and Amanda, also a loved Grandfather, Great Grandfather and Great Great Grandfather and much loved brother of Joy and Tommy. Funeral Monday 22nd May, service at Swansea Crematorium, 12 noon. Family flowers only c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors, 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH. Tel (01792) 650205 Personal donations if so desired to a charity of your choice.
Valmai Joyce COLE
Suddenly but peacefully on the 6th of May 2023 at Morriston Hospital, Val dearly beloved wife of the late Matty, loving mother of Jeffrey and the late Gloria, much loved mother-in-law of Eirwen, cherished grandmother and great grandmother, dear sister of Jean and her late Brothers and sisters, dearest friend of Joan. Val will be greatly missed by all her family and friends who knew and loved her. Funeral Thursday 25th May for a service at Swansea Crematorium 11am. Family flowers only by request but donations may be made in memory of Val directly to Brain Research UK https://www.brainresearchuk.org.uk/your-support/donate Enquiries to Fforestfach Funeralcare 01792 646354
Patrick John COOK (Pat)
(Pat) Peacefully on Wednesday 26th April at his home in Pontarddulais, Pat. Much loved husband of Beryl, devoted father of Linton and his wife Cynthia, and Sandra and her partner Ceri, cherished Grandpa of Robert, Abi, and Andrew, loving great grandfather of Dàithi and Mia and a dear brother of Sheila. Funeral on Monday 22nd May. Service at Llanelli Crematorium at 2.00pm. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to R.N.L.I will be kindly received by Hywel Griffiths & Son, Funeral Directors or through the JustGiving link: www.justgiving.com/fundraising/Patrick-John-Cook Capel y Bont, Oakfield Street, Pontarddulais. SA4 8LN
Vi DAVIES (Melvina Maureen)
(Melvina Maureen) Peacefully passed away on 1st May at her home in Pontardawe. Beloved wife of the late Gareth, much loved mother to Julene, Marlene and Wendy, a dear mother-in-law, cherished gran to her grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandson, dearest sister to Valletta, and sister-in-law to Terry. Vi will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Resting at Gwyn Jones Chapel of Rest, Trallwn Road, Llansamlet where a service will be held on Thursday 18th May at 12:45pm followed by interment at Coed Gwilym Cemetery at 1:45pm. Family flowers only please but donations if so desired in memory of Vi can be made to: British Heart Foundation 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
Ann DAVIES
Sadly passed away on Monday 8th May 2023 at her home, Ann beloved wife of Barrie, much loved mother of Rhys, and much beloved Mamgu to Nolan, Cian and Jessica, Ann will be sadly missed by all her family and many friends. The funeral service will be held on Thursday 18th May, friends please meet at Llanelli Crematorium at 4pm. Family flowers only please, donations if so desired may be made payable to the Osteoporosis Society via theros.org.uk Further enquiries to Gorseinon Funeralcare 01792891160
Carlisle McCready (Carl) DAVIES
(Carl) Sadly on Monday 17th April 2023 at Morriston Hospital, Carlisle of Killay. Beloved wife of Arthur, much loved mum of Peter, Kirk and Kelly, a devoted grandmother and great-grandmother, dearly loved mother-in-law of Janet and Sarah, she will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Tuesday 23rd May when a service will be held at Llanelli Crematorium, 10am. Family flowers only, but donations in lieu, if so desired, to the Alzheimer's Society c/o St James Funeral Home, 31 St James Gardens, Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT. Tel: 01792 643840.
Glenys Marion DAVIES
Peacefully on 2nd May 2023. Glenys of Culfor Road, Loughor. Beloved wife of the late John. Devoted and much loved Mam of Davina and Mags. Loving mother in law of Michael and Michael. A treasured Gu of Zac, Sam and Gareth. Glenys will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Thursday 18th May. Service at Dunvant Gospel Hall at 12.15 pm, followed by interment at Kingsbridge Cemetery at 1.45 pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu may be made to the Alzheimer's Society via www.inkinanddeans.co.uk or sent to Anthony Inkin & Paul Deans, Family Funeral Directors, Kilby Court, Loughor, Swansea, SA4 6RQ Tel 01792 897710. "Absent from the body, present with her Lord"
Brenda EDWARDS (Nee Parfitt)
(Nee Parfitt ) After a short illness, at Morriston Hospital on 6th May 2023, Brenda, beloved wife of Richard, much loved mother of Paul and John and mother in law of Karen and Lucy. Loving grandmother and great grandmother. Dear sister of the late Val and the late Margaret. Funeral Service Wednesday 24th May 2023, 11.30am at Swansea Crematorium. Family flowers only; donations in lieu to Swansea Bay Health Charity John Edwards Funeral Directors 5 Cwmbath Road, Morriston, Swansea SA6 7AH Tel: 01792 771232 Personal Service With Compassion
Cliffy EVANS
(Goalkeeper West End Football Club) Suddenly and sadly on 24/04/23 at his home. Cliffy was the adored husband and soulmate of Fiona. He was also her best friend. Times we shared together, no-one can take away. Memories I have of you are in my heart to stay. Love you always, sleep tight my Cliffy Boy. Treasured son of Cliff and Janet, and loved son in law of Sheila and the late Colin. Father to his four daughters, Hollie, Zoe, Ellie and Eve, whom he very much loved. Respected step dad and friend to Danielle and Darren, Jordan and Savannah. He was the proud and besotted bampie Cliffy to Ava and Stassi, who were his life. Loved big brother of Debbie and Michael, also much loved uncle Cliffy to Carlie and Samantha. Cliffy will be missed by all his family and friends. West End Football attire may be worn, black not necessary. Family flowers only please. Funeral Service Friday 19th May, 2023, 11.30 a.m. Ty Hedd Funeral Home. Graham J Sullivan, Ty Hedd Funeral Home, Mynydd Garnllwyd Road, Morriston, Swansea. SA6 7QG Tel: 01792 775262
Neil Douglas GORDON
Peacefully on 8th May 2023 at Morriston Hospital. Neil, beloved husband of Evelyn, cherished uncle of Jane and Helen and great uncle to Nia. He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service at Pressdee's Chapel of Rest, Mumbles on Tuesday 23rd May at 1.30pm followed by interment at Oystermouth Cemetery. 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
Beryl HORNE (Nee Nunnerley)
(Nee Nunnerley) Peacefully passed away on 3rd May at her home in Llansamlet aged 96 years. Beloved wife of the late Jim, much loved aunt, great aunt and great great aunt to all her nieces and nephews. Beryl will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. Funeral service will be held at Swansea Crematorium on Friday 26th May at 12:00pm. No flowers by request but donations if so desired in memory of Beryl can be made to: Cancer Research Wales 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
Averil JENKINS
Passed away peacefully at home on 28th April, Averil, of Gellionen Road, Clydach. Reunited with her beloved husband Tom, devoted mother of Richard and David, loving grandmother of Bethan and Ceri, and dear mother-in-law to Andrea and Joanne. Funeral service taking place at Swansea Crematorium at 2:00 on Thursday 18th May. Donations supporting Marie Curie in Averil's memory are welcomed, via: https://averil-jenkins.muchloved.com or by cheque made to the charity c/o C. Meirion Hopkin & Son, 96 High Street, Clydach, Swansea SA6 5LN. Tel: 01792 844513.
Marjory Grace JONES
Ex. Marks and Spencers for 25 years Peacefully on Sunday 7th May at 95 years of age, Marjory of Illston Way, West Cross passed away at Ty Olwen. Beloved wife of the late Jack. Adored mum of Susan and Keith. Auntie Marge to her many nephews and nieces. A long life well lived Marjory will be sadly missed by her many friends and family. No more pain now mum. Funeral Wednesday 24th May, 11am 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
Marilyn Oveta JONES
Peacefully on Friday 5th May aged 78 years, at Morriston Hospital, Marilyn of Pinewood Morriston. Beloved Wife of Michael, Loving Mother to Paul and Mark, and Mother in law to Yvonne and Ann. Much loved Sister of Thelma. Cherished Grandmother and Friend. Marilyn will be missed by everyone who knew and loved her. Funeral service Monday 22nd May at 14:30 at Swansea crematorium. Family Flowers only please, but donations in lieu if so desired may be made in Marilyns memory directly to The Dogs Trust , A charity which Marilyn donated to every month. Further Enquiries to Morriston Funeralcare 105-107 Clase road, Morriston. Swansea SA6 8DY 01792-798257
David Brian JONES
Suddenly at his home at St. John's Road, Manselton with his devoted and caring wife Caroline by his side. David formerly of Thomas Terrace and John Street, Resolven Neath. Loving husband of Caroline, loving son of the late Eunice and Eddie Evans, wonderful step-father to Catherine and friend to her husband Michael, much missed 'Daido' to Matthew, Jessica and Nathan. Funeral Friday 19th May 2023 where a service will be held at Swansea Crematorium at 3:00pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if so desired to 'PDSA' via funeral-notices.co.uk Further enquiries to Lee Davies of Phillip G. Davies & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors Cockett. Tel: (01792) 581924.
Raymond (Retired Marine Engineer at Alexandra Towing Company) JONES (Ray)
(Ray) (Retired Marine Engineer at Alexandra Towing Company) Passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday 2nd May 2023. Devoted husband to the late Margaret. Loved father of Nick, Tim & Louise. Father-in-law to Sarah, Emma & Rob. Loving Grandpa to all his grandchildren. Brother to Graham and Steve. Ray will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him Funeral Tuesday 23rd May 2023 where a service will be held at Swansea Crematorium at 12:30pm. Family flowers only please in lieu of flowers, donations maybe made to 'British Heart Foundation' via Funeral-notices.co.uk or cheques maybe presented to Lee Davies of Phillip G Davies & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors 2, Waunarlwydd Road Cockett, Swansea. SA2 0GB. Tel: (01792) 581924.
Jack KELSEY
(formerly of Velindre Steelworks) Sadly passed away on April 28th at St. Martin's Court Care Home, Morriston aged 95 years, Jack formerly of Wern Road, Landore. Dearly loved husband of the late Joyce, loving father of Susan and Stephen, dear father-in-law of Derek and Caroline, proud grampa Jack of all his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Jack will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. Funeral Wednesday 17th May service at Swansea Crematorium 12 Noon. Family flowers only Donations if so desired to Cancer Research UK c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH. Tel (01792) 650205.
Sylvia Rose LARK
Sadly passed away at Morriston Hospital on 7th May 2023. Beloved wife to the late Kenneth, cherished mum of Christine and Wendy, much loved nanna and great-nanna to all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, dearest mother-in-law to Dave and Shane. Funeral Tuesday 23rd May 2023 where a service will be held at Llanelli Crematorium at 4:00pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu of flowers may be made to 'Dementia UK' via Funeral-notices.co.uk. Further enquiries to Lee Davies of Phillip G. Davies & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors Cockett. Tel: (01792) 581924.
Leslie Keith LAWSON
Peacefully after a short illness, Keith, passed away on 5th May with his nearest loved ones by his side. Taken too soon, deeply loved and will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service taking place at Margam Crematorium at 4:00 on Monday 22nd May. Family flowers only please; but donations in lieu welcomed, supporting Llys Nini RSPCA, via https://keith-lawson.muchloved.com or by cheque to the charity c/o C. Meirion Hopkin & Son, 96 High Street, Clydach, Swansea SA6 5LN. Tel: 01792 844513
Phyllis May MORGAN
Peacefully on Saturday 29th April at Morriston Hospital surrounded by her loving family, Phyllis of Western Road, Pontardawe. Devoted wife of the late Dudley, adored and loving mother of Pam and Nigel, dearly loved mother-in-law of Susan, cherished Nana of Kerry, Bethan and Rhodri, doting Great-Gu of Jesse, Max, India, Harlow, Bodhi and Bump. The funeral will be held on Friday 19th May 2023. Service at Swansea Crematorium at 12pm. Family flowers only please. Donations if so desired in memory of Phyllis may be given to Wales Air Ambulance kindly received by Pamela Williams. Further enquiries to Roger Castle Funeral Directors. Tel: 01639 843231.
Anne Marjorie MULLETT (née Daymond)
(née Daymond) Marjorie of Newton, Swansea, died peacefully at home on 27th April 2023 aged 91. Beloved wife of the late Fred, dear mother of daughters Helena Tollick and Jo Mullett and respected mother in law to Tony Rees and Will Tollick. Funeral service at Llanelli Crematorium on Monday 22nd May at 11am. Family flowers only please, but donations in lieu if desired for 'RNID' may be made at rnid.org.uk/get-involved/donate Further enquiries c/o William Pressdee Funeralcare Tel. 01792 366513
Elizabeth Gwyneth OWEN
Sadly and peacefully on Thursday 27th April at Morriston Hospital, Gwyneth of Bronallt Road, Pontarddulais, born in Seaside, Llanelli. Much loved wife of Glyn, beloved Mami of Wendy and Richard, devoted Granny of Sarah and Ashley and Daniel and Laura, adored Big Granny of Sofia and Jacob and a dear friend to many. Funeral on Friday 19th May. Service at Llanelli Crematorium at 2.00pm. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to Singleton SCBU (please make cheques payable to Swansea Bay UHB) will be kindly received by Hywel Griffiths & Son, Funeral Directors or through the JustGiving link: www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/GwynethOwen Capel y Bont, Oakfield Street, Pontarddulais. SA4 8LN
Elizabeth Gwyneth OWEN
Yn ddisymwth ac yn dawel ddydd Iau 27ain o Ebrill, yn Ysbyty Treforys, Gwyneth o Heol Bronallt, Pontarddulais, yn enedigol o Seaside, Llanelli. Gwraig gariadus Glyn, mam annwyl a thyner Wendy a Richard, 'Granny' addfwyn Sarah ac Ashley a Daniel a Laura, 'Big Granny' hoffus Sofia a Jacob a ffrind ffyddlon i lawer. Angladd ddydd Gwener 19eg o Fai. Gwasanaeth yn Amlosgfa Llanelli am 2.00 y prynhawn. Blodau'r teulu yn unig. Cyfraniadau, os dymunir, tuag at SCBU Treforys (sieciau yn daladwy i Swansea Bay UHB) drwy law y Trefnwyr Angladdau, Hywel Griffiths a'i Fab, neu drwy'r linc JustGiving: www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/GwynethOwen Capel y Bont, Oakfield Street, Pontarddulais. SA4 8LN
David Alan (Formerly of The Villiers, Hafod & Margam Steel Works & St. Josephs School/ Football) PALMER (Alan)
(Alan) (Formerly of The Villiers, Hafod & Margam Steel Works & St. Josephs School/ Football) Sadly passed away peacefully aged 75 years on Sunday 30th April 2023 surrounded by his loving family. Much loved son to the late Mary and Jimmy, Devoted husband to Christine, loving father to Niccola, Darren and Greg, cherished bampa to Nakketa, Lavana, Jake, Karson and Nazaria, Elder brother to Ken. Alan was one of life's true gentlemen and will be missed by his loving family and friends. Funeral Wednesday 17th May 2023 where a service will be held at Swansea Crematorium at 10:30am. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if so desired to 'British Heart Foundation' or 'Dementia UK' via funeral-notices.co.uk. Following the service you are all warmly invited back to The Villiers, Hafod for light refreshments.
David Claude POTTER
Passed away at Morriston Hospital on May 6th, aged 92. He will be sadly missed by his wife Ann, his children Terry, Robert, Jenni and Alan, his step children Sue, Pat and Chris and his sons and daughters in law John W, John A, Heather and Victoria. He loved his grandchildren and great grandchildren who will miss him too. Funeral will be at Morriston Crematorium on June 2nd at 11.30am. Donations in lieu of flowers to Asthma UK And British Lung Foundation Partnership 326730
Anthony Conway (Tony) PRIOR
(Tony) Social Worker, Volunteer and Prison Visitor. Formerly of Tirpenny Street, Morriston (via London, Cardiff and the Royal Air Force) passed away peacefully at Hengoed Court Nursing Home. Reunited with his beloved wife Amy, Tony was a devoted dad, loving grandfather and father-in-law. Funeral Service Ty Hedd Funeral Home Wednesday 24th May, 2023, 11.00 a.m. Graham J Sullivan, Ty Hedd Funeral Home, Mynydd Garnllwyd Road, Morriston, Swansea. SA6 7QG Tel: 01792 775262
Keith John ROBERTSON (Former Employee at Hurleys)
(Former Employee at Hurleys) Sadly passed away on 5th May at Morriston Hospital. Keith of Llansamlet, loving dad to Keith, Cathy, Kevin and David, cherished grandfather to his grandchildren, much loved brother to Kim. Keith will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service will be held at Swansea Crematorium on Thursday 25th May at 2:30pm. Flowers and all enquiries to: Gwyn Jones Funeral Director 118 Trallwn Road Llansamlet Swansea SA7 9UU Tel: 01792 771066 / 07483125296
Sydney Alan (Alan) TASKER
(Alan) Peacefully on May 6th, Alan, beloved husband of Margaret, devoted Dad to Claire & Alison. Father in law to Andy and Andrew, and darling Bamps to Evan, Millie, Teddy and Shem. Funeral service to be held at Swansea Crematorium on Thursday 18th May, 11:30 am. Family flowers only please. Donations if so desired to be sent directly to Marie Curie. Graham J. Sullivan Funeral Directors. Ty-Hedd Funeral Home, Mynydd Garnllyd Road, Swansea, SA6 7QG
Evelyn Odette (Odette) THOMAS
(Odette) Sadly but peacefully passed away on Monday 1st May 2023, at home, in the care of her loving family. Odette, beloved wife of the late Elwyn, adored mother of Julie and Jill. A dearly loved mother-in-law of Nick and Sean, cherished grandmother of Mark, Rhian, Jonathan, Richard, Michael and Nia. A treasured Nanny Det to all her sixteen great grandchildren. Beloved sister of the late Clive and loved sister-in-law of the late Pat. Odette will be sadly and greatly missed by all her family, friends and everyone who knew her. Funeral Service and Committal will take place at Ty-Hedd Funeral Home on Friday 19th May at 2:00 pm. Family flowers only please, but donations if so desired to be made to RNLI Port Talbot Lifeboat Station through the South Wales Evening Post website or direct to the charity. "Hedd, Perffaith Hedd" Enquiries to: Graham J. Sullivan Funeral Directors, Ty-Hedd Funeral Home, Mynydd Garnllwyd Road, Morriston, Swansea, SA6 7QG Tel 01792 775262.
Sheila Margaret WATKINS (Grove)
(Grove) Sheila From Three Crosses, previously Reynoldston, Passed away peacefully on 8th May at Morriston Hospital with her devoted husband John by her side, loving mother of Simon and David and mother-in-law of Helen. Proud grandmother of Luke and Amber and much loved sister of Brian and her twin Susan, sister-in-law of Barbara, Joan, Anne and Steph, also aunt and great aunt. Sheila will be deeply missed by all her family and friends. Private funeral at her request.
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