These are the loved-ones remembered in funeral notices and family announcements made over the past week within Swansea, from Saturday, January 22, to Friday, January 28.
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In order of most recently announced.
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Nicholas Karl BOYLE
Sadly on 11th January 2022 after a short illness, Nick aged 60, passed away at Ty Olwen surrounded by his immediate family. Cherished son of Joan and the late Colin, much loved twin of Jonathan and brother-in-law to Jane, loving father of Jamie, Lauren, Cameron, Alex and Zoe, and grandfather to Billy, Seb, Albie and Lottie, uncle to Henry and nephew to Jacqueline and Alistair. Nick will be greatly missed by all his loving family and friends. Funeral service to be held at Swansea Crematorium on Thursday 3rd February at 2.30pm. Family flowers only, donations in memory of Nick may be made payable to Ty Olwen and sent to: Mr. Paul Murray (vice chairman), 4 Pen y Fro Close, Dunvant, Swansea, SA2 7TT. Further enquiries to Eddie Tucker Funeralcare Tel. 01792 280101.
Joseph Colin BUNYAN
Suddenly, but peacefully, at Morriston Hospital, on Saturday 15th January 2022, aged 77 years, Colin, beloved husband of Marjorie, much loved dad of Paul, Angela & Debbie, loving father in law of Delyth & Adrian, dearly loved grandad of Daniel, James, Oliver, Jessica, Luke & Jack, much loved uncle to his niece & nephews. He will be deeply missed by all of his family and many friends. Funeral Service to be held at Morriston Crematorium, Swansea, on Tuesday 8th February at 12:30pm, followed by refreshments at Morriston Golf Club. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, can be made payable to the Stroke Association. Donations can be made via the weblink www.justgiving.com/fundraising/colinbunyan77, via the QR code below, or care of the funeral directors. All enquiries and donations to: Sims and Jones Trefnwyr Angladdau Annibynnol Independent Funeral Directors 240 Jersey Road, Bonymaen, Swansea, SA1 7DL. Tel: 01792 700501.
Clive DAWKINS
Peacefully on 14th January 2022 with his daughters at his side. Clive, of Swansea, devoted husband of the late Bernice, adored Dad of Jo and Helen, dear father-in-law of Jonathan and Colin, proud Bampi of Madison, Morgan, Emilia, Mia and Jack, much loved brother of Christine, loved brother-in-law of John. He will be greatly missed by all his family and many friends. Funeral on Friday 11th February, leaving his home in Waunarlwydd at 2.30pm for service at Swansea Crematorium at 3.00pm. Due to current restrictions entry to the Crematorium is limited to those who have been invited, however the service will be relayed to those wishing to pay their respects outside via the external speakers. Family flowers only please, donations may be made to Llys Nini c/o Mr Craig Perfect, Gareth A. Jenkins Independent Funeral Directors of Baglan Funeral Home, 115 Pentwyn Baglan Road, Baglan, Port Talbot, SA12 8EB, Tel. 01639 790333.
James DOUGAL
(Jimmy) Passed away peacefully in his sleep at his home, on 16th January 2022. Jimmy, loving father of James, Joanne, Lucy, Jonathan and Hayley, and father-in-law of Mike and Steven, a devoted bampi of Ffion, Jordan, Jay, Cai, Kian, Jac, Charlotte and Samuel, dearly loved brother of Janet and Paul, and a much loved brother-in-law of Jennifer and the late Ken, cherished uncle of Tracey, Robert, Andrew, Jamie, Louise, Scott, Lisa, Vicki, Kerri and all his great-nieces and nephews and a dear friend of Leander. Jimmy will be missed by all who knew and respected him. Funeral on Friday 4th February 2022, when a service will be held at Bethel Private Chapel of Rest, Cockett, at 10am. Followed by cremation at Morriston Crematorium by invitation only at 11am. The family would like to invite you all to join them at the Penlan Social Club following the funeral. Further enquiries to Phillip G Davies & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors, Bethel Private Chapel of Rest, Waunarlwydd Road, Cockett, SA2 0GB Tel: 01792 581924
John Prosser EVANS
(formerly of Velindre Tinplate Works) Sadly passed away on 13th January 2022 at Gorseinon Hospital, John. Beloved husband of the late Carrie, loving father of Jonathan, much loved father-in-law of Liz, adored grandfather of Jessie, Adam and Ella, proud great grandpa of Isla and Rosie. John will be sadly missed by all his loving family and many friends. Requiem Eucharist to be held at St. Peter's Church, Cockett on Monday 7th February 11am, followed by cremation at Swansea Crematorium 12.30pm. 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 Tel (01792) 650205.
Glenys HOWARD
(ex DVLA) Sadly passed away on 10th January at Singleton Hospital after a long illness, Glenys. Loving sister of Mair and Eileen (Canada), much loved sister-in-law of Kelvin and Roger, loved auntie of James and his wife Helen, Lisa and her husband James, Sean and his partner Rhianna, Caitlin and great aunt to Sam, Jack, Nia, Elliot, Haydn, Desmond, Gavin and Aurora. Glenys will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Wednesday 2nd February 3pm service at Swansea Crematorium. Due to restrictions attendance will be by invitation only. Please wear a dash of colour in memory of Glenys. Family flowers only Donations if so desired to Maggie's Swansea c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH.
Gloria Elaine JONES
(Glo) Sadly but peacefully, surrounded by her loving family. Eldest daughter of Margaret and Idris Morris. Dearly loved sister of Janet, Wendy and Peter. Sister-in-law to Hywel, Martyn and Wendy. Special Aunty to her nieces and nephews. Gloria will be greatly missed by her family and many friends. Funeral Service will be held at Morriston Crematorium, on Tuesday, 1st February at 12.30.p.m. The family would like to invite all family and friends to Morriston Golf Club after the service for light refreshments. Family flowers only please. Donations if so desired may be made to Maggie's, Everyone's Home of Cancer Care c/o John Edwards Funeral Directors, 5 Cwmbath Road, Morriston, Swansea SA6 7AH Tel: 01792 771232
Alan George MORRIS
(Taff) Peacefully on Saturday 15th January 2022 at Morriston Hospital after a short illness which he bore with courage and cheerfulness. The devoted and beloved husband of 53 years to the late Angela, greatly loved father of Susan and David, also a much loved bamps of Charlene, Brendon, Daniel and Liam, father-in-law of Charmaine and Andrew, much loved elder brother of Dai and Val, he also shared his love with Jodie and Carly and in-laws Pat, Shirley, Val and Judy, his great -grandchildren Ava-Grace, Nola, Ashley and Izzy, also his close members of family and friends. He served his Queen and country as a warrant officer second class in the RAMC. Funeral Friday 4th February 2022 where a service will take place at Swansea Crematorium at 3.00pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if so desired to "Cancer Research UK" or "Kidney Research UK" via Funeral-notices.co.uk or cheques may be forwarded to Phillip Davies of Phillip G. Davies & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors Bethel Private Chapel of Rest Cockett, Swansea. SA2 0GB. Tel: (01792) 581924. In Arduis Fidelis (Faithful in Adversity)
Aubrey SMITH
(Aub former steel erector Margam Steelworks) Sadly passed away on 14th January at Prince Philip Hospital, Llanelli, Aubrey formerly of Dan-y-Graig Road, Port Tennant. Beloved husband of the late Georgina, loving father of Shirley, Julie, Kevin and Lindsay, dear father-in-law of Philip, Terry, Lisa and Debbie, much loved bampy of his 10 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. Funeral Thursday 3rd February 11.15am service at St. Illtyd's Church, Port Tennant followed by cremation at Swansea Crematorium 12.30pm. Family flowers only Donations if so desired to the Alzheimer's Society c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH. "Will be greatly missed."
Richard Glyndwr THOMAS
(Dick) Former Chairman of Dyfed Building & Plastic Supplies Sadly on 4th January 2022 at Morriston Hospital, Richard passed away. Beloved husband of Lynne, father to Roger, Nathan and Mathew. Father-in-law to Anne - Marie, Jodie and Trish. Grampa to Stefan and Ffion. Funeral service at All Saints Church, Oystermouth on Tuesday 1st February at 10am followed by committal at Swansea Crematorium at 11.30am. Family flowers only please, but donations in lieu if desired for 'RNLI (Mumbles)' may be sent c/o The Honorary Treasurer, 9 Croftfield Crescent, Newton, SA3 4UL Further enquiries c/o William Pressdee Funeralcare Tel. 01792 366513
Leslie John Alfred TRUBEY
Peacefully on the 17th January 2022 at his home on Grenfell Park Road St Thomas, Leslie loving husband of Irene, loved father of Mike and Julie, dear father-in-law of Pam, cherished grandfather of Nigel, Mark, Dean, Natalie and her husband Callum, adored great grandfather of Matilda and Robbie, Leslie will be greatly missed by all his family and all who knew him. Funeral Thursday 3rd February for a service at Swansea Crematorium 10.30am. due to current circumstances attendees are by invitation only. Immediate family flowers only. Further enquiries to Rees Davies & Son Funeralcare (01892 456976).
Helen Elizabeth UPTON
(Nèe Randall) (SRN, JP) Peacefully on 13th January 2022 at Morriston Hospital, Helen loving wife of Neil, devoted mother of Zoe and Joel, cherished grandmother of Tobey, Tom and Tilly, dear sister of Simon. Helen will be deeply missed by all her family and friends and those who knew her and loved her. Funeral Friday 4th February for a Service at All Saints Church Mumbles 12:30pm prior to a cremation at Swansea Crematorium 2:00pm. Family flowers only by request, but donations may be made in memory of Helen directly to either Great Ormond Street Hospital, Great Ormond Street, London, WC1N 3JH. www.gosh.org/donate/ Or RNLI Mumbles Lifeboat Station, C/O The Honorary Treasurer, 9 Croftfield Crescent, Newton, Swansea SA3 4UL. Further enquiries to William Pressdee Funeralcare 01792 366513.
Hilda Beatrice WILLIAMS
Peacefully on Wednesday 12th January 2022 at Singleton Hospital, Hilda aged 96 years. Loved aunt of Susan, Carolyn and the late Derek, dearly loved great-aunt of Philip and James, and great-great aunt of Seren and Isabella. Hilda will be sadly missed by her cousins Ivor, Fay, Audrey and all her friends. Funeral Thursday 3rd February 2022 where a private Interment will take place at Cwmgelli Cemetery, Treboeth, followed by a service at Mumbles Methodist Church at 11.15am. Family flowers only, donations in lieu if so desired can be made to Mumbles Methodist Church (cheques only please) c/o Sara Warburton of Phillip G. Davies & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors Bethel Private Chapel of Rest Cockett, Swansea. SA2 0GB. Tel: (01792) 581924.
Margaret Elaine CLEMENT
Peacefully on January 15th 2022 at Morriston Hospital, Elaine, dearly loved wife of the late Gerald, loving mother of John and daughter-in-law Alison, devoted nanny to Rebecca and Thomas. To be received into St Benedict's Church, Sketty on Wednesday, February 2nd at 4.30pm. Requiem Mass on Thursday, February 3rd at 10.15am, followed by burial at Oystermouth Cemetery at 11.45am. Family flowers only please, donations if so desired to Swansea HCPT 158 c/o St. James Funeral Home, 31 St. James Gardens, Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT Tel: 01792 643840
Norman Samuel MADDICK
Peacefully on Sunday 9th January 2022 at Singleton Hospital, Norman, beloved husband and best friend of Joyce, loving dad of Steven and Tony, much loved father-in-law of Julie, adored grampa of Richard, Simon, Sam and Jessica, also a proud great-grandfather of all his great-grandchildren. Norman will be sadly missed by all his loving family and many friends. Funeral service to be held on Thursday 3rd February 2022 12 noon at Swansea Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if so desired to Dementia UK c/o St James Funeral Home 31 St James Gardens Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT
Allyson WILLIAMS
(Ex Employee at BT) Suddenly passed away on 12th January. Beloved wife of the late Barry, loving partner to Alex, adored mother to Stephanie and mother-in-law to David, treasured nanna to James, Luke and Ben, precious sister to Bonnie, much loved daughter of the late Molly and Gordon White. Allyson will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service will be held at Llansamlet Parish Church on Friday 4th February at 12:30pm followed by interment at Coedffranc Cemetery, Skewen at 1:30pm. Flowers and all enquiries please to: Gwyn Jones Funeral Director 118 Trallwn Road Llansamlet Swansea SA7 9UU Tel: 01792 771066 / 07483125296
Pietro BARLETTA
Peacefully, with his family at his side, Pietro (Peter) went to sleep, fortified by the Rites of the Holy Mother Church, on 13 January 2022. Dearly beloved husband of Maureen; adored father of Peter, Rocco, William (Billy), Anthony and the late Angela and adored father in law of their respective partners; cherished grandfather (bampa) of his grandchildren Dominic, Sarah, Philip, Katie, Nykita, Edward, Oliver, Anthony, Joseph and the late Adrianna; brother in law of Bill and the late Audrey and uncle to his nephews and nieces; amato fratello di Maria e Titina; in pace con tutti i suoi fratelli; caro zio di tutti i suoi nipoti e di tutte le sue nipoti; tutti i suoi cognati e tutte le sue cognate. He is greatly and deeply missed by all his family, both in Wales and in Italy, and is forever in all our hearts and in our thoughts. Private, immediate family only, Catholic service followed by committal for interment on Monday 31 January 2022 at 3.15pm in Morriston Cemetery (new section). Family flowers only please. Requiescat in Pace. Enquiries to D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors Tel (01792) 650205.
Viola Elizabeth GUY
It is with great sadness that Viveen announces the peaceful passing of her darling mother on 19th January 2022, in the loving care of Hengoed Park Care Home. Vi, the beloved wife of the late Edgar, precious and wonderful mother of Viveen and the late Nada, adored mother-in-law of the late Alan (Usher), and the late Colin (Richards). Loving and proud nanna Guy of all her grand and great-grandchildren. Funeral to be held on Tuesday 1st February 2022 at Swansea Crematorium, at 10:30am. No flowers by request, but donations in lieu, if so desired, to Pancreatic Cancer Research in loving memory of Nada. Enquiries and donations to Sims and Jones Independent Funeral Directors, 240 Jersey Road, Bonymaen, Swansea, SA1 7DL. Tel: 01792 700501.
Eirlys OLIVER
Peacefully passed away on 12th January at Hengoed Court Care Home, Winchwen, formerly of Maes yr Haf, Llansamlet. Beloved wife of the late Gilbert, much loved mother to Michael, Neil and Lynne, a dear mother-in-law, loving nana to her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Eirlys will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service will be held at Swansea Crematorium on Wednesday 2nd February at 10:30am. Family flowers only please but donations in memory of Eirlys may 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
Minnie REES
(Docker) Sadly on the 14th January 2022, Minnie passed away peacefully surrounded by all her family. She was a devoted wife to the late Dai, beloved mum to David, John, Susan and the late Peter and loving sister to Rosie. Minnie was also a wonderful grandmother to all her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She will be sorely missed by all her friends and family. Her funeral will be held on the 2nd February at 3:30 p.m. at Swansea Crematorium Please check for any covid restrictions that may be in place. Family flowers only but if any donations are desired they are to be gifted to the neonatal ward at Singleton Hospital Swansea. (Please send directly to ward at Singleton Hospital, Sketty Lane, Sketty, Swansea. SA2 8QA. Graham J Sullivan, Ty Hedd Funeral Home, Mynydd Garnllwyd Road, Morriston, Swansea. SA6 7QG Tel: 01792 775262
David Thomas ROBERTS
Formerly of South Wales Evening Post Peacefully on Friday 14th January 2022 at his home, David, beloved husband of Audrey, much loved dad of the late Clive, adored grampa of Eve and her partner Richard, father-in-law of Chris, brother-in-law of Terry and a much loved uncle to all his nieces and nephews. David will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral Wednesday 2nd February at Swansea Crematorium, 12.30pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to the Lymphoma Leukaemia Myeloma Fund, please make cheques payable to LLMF (Wales) c/o St. James Funeral Home, 31 St. James Gardens, Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT. Tel: 01792 643840.
Violet ROGERS
(nee Stevens) Sadly passed away on the 11th of January Violet of Linden Avenue, West Cross, Swansea. Loving wife of Graham, much loved mother to Peter, Gary, Michael, Nicola, Becky, Wendy and the late Martin. Will be sadly missed by her brothers and sister, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Loving auntie and friend to her nieces and nephews. Funeral Service on Monday 31st January 2022, City Church, Dyfatty Street, Swansea at 11.00am (please adhere to face coverings) followed by interment at Oystermouth Cemetery, 12:15pm. Family flowers only, donations kindly accepted at Parkways Day Centre (Please send directly to charity), which was close to Vi's Heart. Graham J Sullivan, Ty Hedd Funeral Home, Mynydd Garnllwyd Road, Morriston, Swansea. SA6 7QG, Tel: 01792 775262
David BLACKMORE
Peacefully passed away on 10th January in the wonderful care of Hengoed Park Care Home, Winchwen. David, beloved son of the late Ruth and John, much loved brother to Jennifer. Funeral service and interment will be held at Morriston Cemetery (section P) on Tuesday 1st February at 11:45am. Flowers and all enquiries please to: Gwyn Jones Funeral Director 118 Trallwn Road Llansamlet Swansea SA7 9UU Tel: 01792 771066/07483125296
William Clive BROOKS
BP Baglan Bay Clive peacefully passed away on 12th January 2022 at Morriston Hospital. Beloved husband and best friend to Hilary, loving dad to Stephen and Simon and father-in-law to Johanna and Nicki, proud bampa to Jessica, Taylor and Lily. He will be sadly missed by family and friends. Funeral service at Swansea Crematorium, Wednesday 2nd February at 11.00am. Family flowers only. Donations, if so desired, to Dementia UK c/o St. James Funeral Home, 31 St. James Gardens, Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT Tel: 01792 643840
Meirion EVANS
Sadly, on Saturday, 15th January, at Morriston Hospital, Meirion passed away. Devoted son of the late Blodwen and Howard, much loved husband and soulmate of Margaret, a well respected cousin, brother-in-law, uncle, neighbour and friend. A true gentleman, who will be greatly missed by all who loved and knew him. A graveside funeral, will be held at Ilston church on Saturday, 29th January, at 11:00am. Family flowers only please, but donations in lieu, if so desired, may be made to The British Heart Foundation, (cheques only please) c/o Adam Cowley, Cowley Family Funerals, Crossways, Burry Green, Reynoldston, Swansea, SA3 1HR. Telephone 07890363829
Freddie MARTIN
(former welder of Margam Steelworks) Sadly passed away on 9th January at Morriston Hospital, Freddie of Danygraig Road, Port Tennant. Dearly loved husband of the late Marion, loving father of Julie and the late Jeffrey, Brian and Wayne, dear father-in-law of Den, much loved grampa of Jodie, Sophie, and Thomas and great grampa of his great grandchildren, loved brother of Gloria, Dorothy, Derek and the late David, Brynley and Alan. Funeral Tuesday 1st February 1.15pm service at Swansea Crematorium Chapel followed by interment at Morriston Cemetery (section "TT") at 1.45pm. Family flowers only Donations if so desired to the Alzheimer's Society c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH.
Keith Harris TODD
(Swansea Town & INCO Europe) Passed away peacefully on 8th January, 2022, whilst being cared for at Hengoed Park Care Home after a long illness. Keith, beloved husband of Gaynor, loving dad to Emma and Victoria, dear father-in-law of Justin and Edward and cherished Bampi to Rhys, Isabel, Emilia, Florence and Alexander. Keith will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service will be held at Swansea Crematorium, Morriston, on Friday, 28th January at 11.30am. Regrettably, due to current Covid restrictions, attendance inside the crematorium is by invitation only. However, the service will be relayed by speakers outside the crematorium for those wishing to pay their respects. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu (if desired) will be greatly received to Dementia UK, either through the Evening Post website, or through Graham J. Sullivan Funeral Directors' website, Funeral Notices. Enquiries to: Graham J. Sullivan Funeral Directors, Ty-Hedd Funeral Home, Mynydd Garnllwyd Road, Morriston, Swansea, SA6 7QG Tel 01792 775262.
Margaret Elizabeth TURPIN
(nee Parry) Sadly on 10th January 2022 at Morriston Hospital, Margaret. The ever loving wife to the late Roy, a devoted mum who is always cherished by her daughters Lynne, Mair, Andrea and Sharon. Dearest mother in law to Mike, Leighton, Stephen and Mark. Beloved nan to Jonathon, Louise, Nathan, Hannah, Camille, Alex, Tristan, Harvey and great nan to Jordan, Chloe, Kayne, Kiera, Kacey and great great nan to Nola. Dearest elder sister to Billy, James, Alan, Jean and the late Eileen, Pat, Gloria, Annette and Michael. Funeral Friday 28th January 2022 when a service will be held at Bethel private chapel of rest, Waunarlwydd Road, Cockett at 11.15am, followed by interment at Oytermouth Cemetery, Mumbles at 12.15pm. Dear memories of a beautiful mum, full of fun, always loving and supportive. Further enquiries to Phillip G Davies & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors, Cockett Tel: 01792 581924
Leo WOODBURN
(Malcolm Lee) Peacefully on 1st January 2022, at his home with Katharine by his side. Leo beloved partner of Katharine, Loving Dad of Max. Leo will be deeply missed by all his family and many friends who knew and loved him. Funeral Tuesday 1st February for a service at Swansea Crematorium 2:00pm. Family flowers only by request but donations may be made in memory of Leo directly to British Heart Foundation, 2300 The Crescent, Birmingham, B37 7YE. Further enquiries to William Pressdee Funeralcare 01792 366513
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