These are the latest death announcements and funeral notices for the Swansea area, placed online and in the South Wales Evening Post between August 19 and August 25, 2022, as family members and friends pay tribute to loved ones who have recently passed away.
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Most recent funeral notices and death announcements for the Swansea area
Arranged in alphabetical order
Doris ABLITT (née Williams)
After a short illness, on 6th August 2022, aged 98. Doris of Southgate, near Swansea, formerly of Masham in Yorkshire, Southborough in Kent, and Birchgrove, Swansea. Beloved wife of the late Arthur David Evans, and subsequently the beloved wife of the late Bill Ablitt. Very much loved by her family: her sons, Michael and Joe, their wives, Hilary and Helen, her 4 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Private cremation on Wednesday 24th August 2022 to be followed by a Celebration of her life at St. Mary's Church, Pennard at 3pm on the same day. Family flowers only, donations in memory are invited online or by cheque sent directly to CRISIS, 66 Commercial Street, London E1 6LT Further enquiries to Eddie Tucker Funeralcare Tel: 01792 280101
Valmai AUBREY (née Evans)
of Heol Ddu, Treboeth Beloved wife of Delwyn (Del), loving mother of Kelvin, Sharon and Michael. Mother in law to Paul, Caroline and Linda. Devoted grandmother and great grandmother. Much loved sister of Jean, and the late Mair and Brenda. Will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Black clothing not necessary. Donations in lieu of flowers if so desired to Alzheimer's Society. Funeral Service Ty Hedd Funeral Home Tuesday 30th August 2022, 11.00 a.m. Graham J Sullivan, Ty Hedd Funeral Home, Mynydd Garnllwyd Road, Morriston, Swansea. SA6 7QG Tel: 01792 775262
Frank BAKER
Peacefully passed away on 14th August at Morriston Hospital, Frank. Dearly loved husband of Joan, cherished father of Carol, Andrew and Suzanne, proud and much loved grandad of Kate, Olivia and Zachary and great grandad of Scarlett and Sienna. Funeral Wednesday 31st August 11.30am service at Swansea Crematorium. Please wear a splash of colour in memory of Frank. Family flowers only Donations if so desired to the Cardiology Department, Morriston Hospital c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH. Tel (01792) 650205
Patricia Margaret BEST
Peacefully on 7th August 2022 at Morriston Hospital, Pat of Folland Court, West Cross. Beloved wife of the late John, loving mother to Christopher, Barbara and David and a proud Gran to Paul, Jason, Geraldine, Neil, Graham and Philip. Pat will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by all her family and friends. Funeral service at Swansea Crematorium on Wednesday 31st August at 2pm. Family flowers only please, but donations in lieu if desired may be sent to 'Cancer Research UK', Fundraising Team (Region 6), PO Box 1561, Oxford, OX4 9GZ Further enquires c/o William Pressdee Funeralcare Tel. 01792 366513
William Brian CHALLACOMBE
(Brian) (Formerly of Addis) Peacefully passed away on 10th August at his home in Winchwen after a long illness courageously borne. Beloved husband to the late Jean, loving father to Ian, Mark and Sian, a dear father-in-law to Marie, Karen and Lee, cherished bampi to Nikki, Kelly, Gavin, Hayley, Amy and Emily, and great bampi to his great grandchildren. Brian will be sadly missed by his brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, family and friends. Funeral service will be held at Swansea Crematorium on Thursday 1st September at 2:30pm. Family flowers only please but donations in memory of Brian may be made to: Parkinson UK via funeral-notices.co.uk or cash/cheque to Gwyn Jones Funeral Director 118 Trallwn Road Llansamlet Swansea SA7 9UU Tel: 01792 771066 / 07483125296
Lorna Irene CHILTON
(22/10/33 - 15/8/22) On 15th of August Lorna passed peacefully at Campion Gardens Care Home, Swansea. Lorna raised her family in Denby Dale, Yorkshire. She is remembered as a loving mother to Glyn, Owain and Olwen, mother-in-law and adored Grannie. A loving wife of John, elementary school teacher, camper, canoeist, dancer, bird lover, naturalist, hiker and proud grandmother. Days in the dunes at Llangennith, canoeing and camping at Bala, a childhood that was without fault. We know you are back with Dad, love you always. Rest in Peace Funeral Service Thursday 25th August 2022, 3.00pm at Swansea Crematorium. Family flowers only; donations in lieu to RSPB c/o John Edwards Funeral Directors 5 Cwmbath Road, Morriston, Swansea SA6 7AH Tel:01792 771232 Service With Compassion
David Arthur CLARKE
ALCOA Peacefully on August 7th at Morriston Hospital, David, dearly loved husband of Iris, brilliant Dad to Neil and Andrew, and proud and loving Bampa to James, Maddox and Lily. He will be very sadly missed by his family and many friends. Funeral service to be held at Llanelli Crematorium on Friday 26th August at 13:00. After the service, you are warmly invited to The New Lodge, Alexandra Rd. for refreshments. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to be made directly to Wales Air Ambulance via the Just Giving link, online below. www.justgiving.com/Neil-Clarke29 Graham J. Sullivan Funeral Directors. Ty-Hedd Funeral Home, Mynydd Garnllwyd Road, Morriston, Swansea. SA6 7QG. Tel: 01792 775262
Olwen DAVIES
(formerly of Britannia Road, Plasmarl, Co-op Swansea and Brynhyfryd branches and organist at Elim City Temple for over 30 years) Olwen peacefully passed away on 12th August at Singleton Hospital aged 95 years. Dearly loved daughter of the late George and Mary, dear sister of the late Dilys. Olwen will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. Funeral Friday 26th August 11,30am service at D.G. Attwell's Chapel of Rest, Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd followed by interment at Cwmgelli Cemetery 12.15pm. Flowers or Donations if so desired to the Alzheimer's Society c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH.
Dyson Edward DODD
Passed away peacefully at Singleton Hospital on Wednesday 10th August aged 100 years. Surviving husband of the late Gwyneth. Cherished father of Stephen and father-in-law to Nika. Much loved grandfather of Bento. A funeral service will be held at Margam Crematorium on Tuesday 30th August at 10:30am. The funeral cortege will leave Neath Funeral Home at 09:55, travelling past Swn Y Mor Care Centre, Port Talbot on its way to the Crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers, if so desired, to Cancer Research UK c/o Les Davies Independent Funeral Directors, Neath Funeral Home, Main Road, Cadoxton, Neath, SA10 8AP. Tel 01639 642945.
Frank EDDERSHAW
In loving memory of Frank of Clydach who passed away peacefully at Singleton Hospital on 7th August 2022. Devoted husband of the late Angela, loving Dad to Carol and Tracey. Much loved Bampa to Sophie and Nathaniel. Father-in-law to Mark and the late Stephen and David. Dearly loved brother to Margaret and the late Doreen. Dear uncle to Terence, Sandra and Claire. He will be lovingly remembered by all his family and friends. Funeral Service Ty Hedd Funeral Home Wednesday 31st August 2022 3.00 pm. No flowers by request but donations in lieu to Rose Cross Residential Home, cheques made payable to The Orchid Account. Following the service please join Carol and Tracey at Morriston Golf Club, 160 Clasemont Road, Morriston, Swansea SA6 6AJ for refreshments. Graham J Sullivan, Ty Hedd Funeral Home Mynydd Garnllwyd Road, Morriston, Swansea. SA6 7QJ Tel: 01792 775262
Terence William EYRE
(Pops) Ex TRW/Cam Gears Passed away peacefully on 9th August after a long illness courageously borne. Terry, of Rhos, beloved husband of the late Margaret, devoted father of Marcus, Jonathan and Sara, dear father-in-law to Del, Stephen and Su, a loving grandfather and great-grandfather. Loved and missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service taking place at Margam Crematorium at 12:30 on Wednesday 31st August. Family flowers only please; donations in lieu welcomed, supporting Parkinson's UK, via: www.terry-eyre.muchloved.com. If you have difficulty donating online, please contact C. Meirion Hopkin & Son for assistance. Tel: 01792 844513.
Dennis Llewellyn JONES
Peacefully at Morriston Hospital on the 13th August 2022. Beloved husband of the late Anita, loving father of Tim, Greg and Emma and a proud grandfather. Funeral service at Llanelli Crematorium on Tuesday 6th September at 2pm. Family flowers only please, but donations in lieu if desired may be sent to 'British Lung Foundation', 73-75 Goswell Road, London EC1V 7ER Further enquiries c/o William Pressdee Funeralcare Tel. 01792 366513
Gary JONES
Suddenly but peacefully passed away on 6th August at Hengoed Park Care Home, Winchwen. Gary of Llansamlet, beloved husband of the late Joyce, a dear brother-in-law to Brian and Diane. Gary will be sadly missed by all his family and Friends. Also thank you to all the staff at Hengoed Park Care Home. A service will be held at Gwyn Jones Chapel of Rest, Trallwn Road, Llansamlet on Wednesday 24th August at 11am. A private cremation will take place. All enquiries please to: Gwyn Jones Funeral Director 118 Trallwn Road Llansamlet Swansea SA7 9UU Tel: 01792 771066 / 07483125296
Sylvia KERN
Sadly passed away at her home on 9th August 2022 aged 88. Beloved wife of the late Jeffrey, loving mother of the late Peter, dearest mother-in-law to Janice, sister of Sandra and the late Tony, adored nanny of Toni and partner Rob, a much loved great-grandmother of Vienna and Pria. Will be greatly missed and remembered by all family and friends. The funeral service to be held at Morriston Crematorium on Wednesday 31st August at 12.00 noon. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, to Cancer Research UK or Macmillan via D G Attwell Funeral Directors 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd Swansea, SA5 9JH Tel: 01792 650205
Elizabeth Mair Jp LAUGHARNE (née Price)
Suddenly passed away on 9th August at Glangwili Hospital, Carmarthen, Mair. Devoted and loving wife of Robert, loving mother of Rebecca and her partner Jack, dearest step mother of Stuart and Rodney, loving nana of Rhys and Zoe, dear sister of Bramwell and sister in law of Marilyn, Anne and the late Russell, a dearest aunty, great aunty and cousin, also a cherished friend. Funeral Thursday 1st September, service at The Salvation Army, Morfydd Street, Morriston, 1.30pm, followed by interment at Morriston Cemetery, 3.15pm. Gentlemen no black ties necessary, ladies please wear a splash of colour in memory of Mair. Family flowers only, donations if so desired to Morriston Citadel Salvation Army c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors, 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH. Tel. 01792 650205 "Promoted to Glory"
John LESLIE
Suddenly but peacefully passed away on 16th August at Morriston Hospital. John of Birchgrove, much loved husband to Wendy, loving dad to Sharon and Andrea, a dear father-in-law to Ieuan and Ian, adored grampa to Scott, Rhys, Adam and Cerys. A true gentleman who will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service will be held at Swansea Crematorium on Friday 2nd September at 2:30pm. Family flowers only please but donations in memory of John may be made to: Maggie's Swansea c/o Gwyn Jones Funeral Director 118 Trallwn Road Llansamlet Swansea SA7 9UU Tel: 01792 771066 / 07483125296
Steven LISCOMBE
It is with deepest sorrow that we need to notify you of the sad passing of our dad, husband, grandad and great grandad Steven Liscombe on Friday 12/8/22. Steven did have health issues for sometime but we were all still shocked and numb by his sudden passing. A service will be held at Morriston Crematorium at 11am on the 25th August and a gathering will be held later at the Welcome Inn, Llangyfelach, SA5 7HT from noon for all those who would like to attend.
Michael John LLEWELLYN
(formerly of Swansea University) Peacefully on 7th August 2022 at Singleton Hospital, Swansea, Michael John. Beloved husband of Kim, devoted and loving father of Johanna and Kristina, loving bampa of Darcey, Bertie and Adeline dear father-in-law to Richard. "Will be sadly missed by his family and friends." Funeral Wednesday 24th August, service at Swansea Crematorium 11.30am. Family flowers only please. D G Attwell Funeral Directors 95 Eaton Road Brynhyfryd Swansea SA5 9JH Tel. No: 01792 650205
Salvatore MANCA
Tore Peacefully passed away on 14th August at Morriston Hospital, Tore of Birchgrove, much loved partner to Susan, loving father to Andrew, Natalie, David and Nathan and their partners Kelly, Liam, Lisa and Charlotte, adored Bampa to Katelyn, Isabelle, Mia, Ethan and Sophie, loved brother to Maria and the late Franco and Pietro, beloved son of the late Licinio and Pietrina, a dear son-in-law of Roy and Sandra, dearest brother-in-law to Marian and the late Gary and a dear uncle. Tore will be sadly missed by all of his family and friends. Funeral service will take place at Swansea Crematorium on Tuesday 30th August 2022 at 11:30am Flowers and all enquiries to Gwyn Jones Funeral Directors 118 Trallwn Road Llansamlet Swansea SA7 9UU Tel: 01792 771066 / 07483 125296
Brenda Teresa MITCHELL (formerly Thomas)
Sadly on the 19th July 2022 at Singleton Hospital. Cherished and much loved mum of Darren, she will be sadly missed by all her family and friends, especially Glyn. Funeral service at Swansea Crematorium on Tuesday 30th August at 10.30am. Family flowers only please, but donations in lieu if desired may be sent to 'Cancer Research Wales' Velindre Hospital, Whitchurch, Cardiff. CF14 2TL Further enquires c/o William Pressdee Funeralcare Tel. 01792 366513
Patricia O'CONNOR (nee Petersen)
Peacefully on Thursday 11th August at her home in Morriston. Much cherished wife of 55 years of Seamus, adored mother of Elizabeth, Ann and Louise, loving mother-in-law of Darren, Richard and Jonathan, devoted nanny of Megan, Alys, Samuel, Connor, Erin, Martha and Gabriella, dearest sister of the late Betty and Barry and fond aunt of her nieces and nephews. Requiem Mass on Thursday 1st September at the Sacred Heart RC Church, Morriston at 11am followed by interment at Morriston Cemetery (new section) at 12.15pm. Family flowers only Donations if so desired to Swansea Dementia Hwb (charity no. 1199456) c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH. Requiescat in Pace
Phillipa Jacqueline Louise REES
(Pippa) Peacefully on the 4th August 2022 at her home Hilland Drive Bishopston, dearly loved sister of Alun, loving sister-in-law of Susan, devoted aunt of David, Matthew and Jonathan, Pippa will be greatly missed by all her family and friends who knew and loved her. Funeral Wednesday 31st August for a service at Llanelli Crematorium 11am. Family flowers only by request but donations may be made in memory of Pippa directly to British Heart Foundation, 234 Oxford Street Swansea, SA1 3BL Enquiries to William Pressdee Funeralcare 01792 366513
David Kenneth SELBY
(Ken) Peacefully on Thursday 4th August 2022 at Singleton Hospital, Swansea, Ken, sadly passed away. Best friend, soulmate and devoted husband of Rita. Dearly loved and respected father of Julie, David, Neil, Paul, Suzanne and Mark and dearest father-in-law of their partners. A much-loved Bampa to all his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Brother to Alun, Terry and the late Joan and brother-in-law and uncle to his extended family. A very special person who will be missed by all who knew him. A short service will be held at Neath Funeral Home, Cadoxton on Friday 26th August at 1.30pm, followed by a funeral service at Margam Crematorium at 2:30pm. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers, if so desired, to the British Heart Foundation c/o Les Davies Independent Funeral Directors Neath Funeral Home, Main Road, Cadoxton, Neath, SA10 8AP. Tel 01639 642945.
Stephen Wayne TUCKER
formerly of Singleton Hospital and IMI/Timet "Miss me but let me go" The family are sad to announce that Stephen has passed away in the tender care of Ty Olwen. Beloved husband of Julie and devoted Dad of Katie and Jake, cherished son of the late Raymond and Margaret. He fought a long and courageous fight and is finally at peace. A private cremation has been held at Stephen's request. He will be sadly missed by his sisters Janet and the late Gillian and brothers Jeff and Kevin and their families, also Julie's family and by all his many friends. We thank you all for the love, friendship and support he received. Special thanks to the doctors, district nurses, carers and the community medical teams that allowed us to care for Stephen at home until the last week of his life. Donations if so desired may be made payable to Ty Olwen c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH. Please keep Stephen in your hearts. If you can remember me, I will be with you always.
Marie Elsie WIBBERLEY
Peacefully on 1st August at Hillside Care Home. Beloved wife of Bill. Cherished mother of Antony and Lynda and granddaughter Zoe. Marie will be forever in the hearts of her family and friends. A funeral service will be held at Llanelli Crematorium on Tuesday 30th August at 12.00 pm. Family flowers only please, donations if so desired can be made to Ty Olwen. Graham J Sullivan Funeral Directors Ty-Hedd Funeral Home, Mynydd Garnllwyd Road, Morriston, Swansea, SA6 7QG Tel 01792 775262
Birthday Memoriam
Stanley John BRADSHAW
Close in our hearts You will always stay Loved and remembered Every day Happy Birthday Stan Love you forever God Bless Pamela, Paul, Andy and families xxx
MARC
Loving Birthday Memories MARC Missing you on your birthday. Today is full of memories, happiness and tears, of birthday celebrations we have shared throughout the years. And though I will always miss you, the endless memories you brought warmed my heart with gratitude and filled my every thoughts. Wherever you are resting I hope that you can see, how precious and uplifting your memory is to me. I feel that you are with me in everything I do, so I celebrate your birthday I will spend it missing you. Lots of love. Miss you always, Mam xxx
In Memoriam
Linda GOUGH
Precious memories of Linda, who passed away 1 year today on 23rd August 2021. A loving, caring sister, auntie and great-auntie. Quietly thought of every day. missed much more than words can say. Loved always. Peter and Llinos, Gloria, Steven and Lorna, Darren and Kelly, Ben, Jessica, Harrison, Tyler and Joey.
