These are the loved-ones remembered in funeral notices and family announcements made over the past week within Swansea, from Saturday, January 8, to Friday, January 14.
To see a full list of family announcements, visit this section of the WalesOnline website where you can search by name, date and location. You can also post your own announcements and notices there too.
In order of most recently announced.
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Our thoughts are with families and friends are this time.
Heather APLIN
Peacefully passed away on 23rd December at Morriston Hospital after a long illness bravely borne. Dearly loved wife and best friend of the late Norman, also a much loved cousin. Funeral Friday 21st January 1.15pm service at D.G. Attwell's Chapel of Rest followed by cremation at Swansea Crematorium 2pm. Due to restrictions attendance will be by invitation only. No flowers by request Donations if so desired to Kidney Wales c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH.
Kingston Dodd BAILEY
06/03/1941 - 30/12/2021 Sadly, Kingston died on 30th December 2021 after fighting a long illness. He was a loving husband to Angela, a proud and devoted father to Melanie and Melissa, and a cherished grandfather to Jack, Georgie, Rhys and Dylan, brother to Richard and beloved son to the late Edith and Clifford Bailey, father-in-law and brother-in-law and uncle to all his nephews and nieces. Kingston will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. Funeral to be held on Thursday 20th January 2022 where a service will be held at Bethel Private Chapel of Rest, Cockett, at 1pm, followed by cremation at Swansea Crematorium at 2pm. Due to COVID restrictions attendance will be by invitation only. Family flowers only please. Further enquiries to Phillip G Davies & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors, Bethel Private Chapel of Rest, Waunarlwydd Road, Cockett, SA2 0GB Tel: 01792 581924
Mary Diana CLEE
Died peacefully at Morriston Hospital on January 5th 2022. Aunt to Cledwyn and Jillian. Loved by all her fellow members at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church and her colleagues and lifelong friends at OMF. The funeral will be held on Friday January 21st 2022, service at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, SA1 5LF at 10.45am and the committal at Oystermouth Cemetery at 12.15pm. Family flowers only. Any further information from St. James Funeral Home, 31 St. James Gardens, Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT Tel: 01792 643840
Frances Patricia DAVIES
(née Howell) (Pat) Peacefully on 31st December 2021, at her home in Castle Avenue, Mumbles. Pat, beloved wife of the late Bill, dearest Mum of Stephen, Anne, John and Jane, loving grandmother and great grandmother. Pat will be deeply missed by all her family and friends who knew and loved her. Funeral Monday 14th February for a requiem mass at Our Lady Star of the Sea R.C. Church at 11:45am prior to a cremation at Margam Crematorium at 1:45pm. Due to current restrictions attendees are by invitation only, for those of you unable to attend and wish to pay your respects the funeral cortège will be leaving Castle Avenue, Mumbles at 11:30am. Family flowers only, donations in memory of Pat may be made directly to Llys Nini Animal Centre, Penllergaer, Swansea, SA4 9WB. Further enquiries to William Pressdee Funeralcare 01792 366513 William Pressdee Funeralcare
John HARDWICK
(SMS employee) (Former British Gas employee) Suddenly but peacefully, at Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham, on 14th December 2021, John, much loved dad of Elin, soul-mate & best friend of Paula, dear brother of Alma and the late David & brother-in-law of Pauline and loving uncle of his nieces & nephews. John was a committee member at Swansea Dockers club & Port Tennant Colts, and will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all who knew and loved him. Funeral Thursday 20th January 2022 where a service will be held at St Thomas Church 1.30pm prior to cremation at Swansea Crematorium 3pm, due to restrictions numbers are limited, and the family ask you attend either the church or crematorium, but not both, so more friends can pay their respects. Please wear a splash of red or a football/rugby top. No flowers by request, but donations in lieu if desired, may be made payable to Renal Unit YS 75 Fund, and sent to CAB 1A c/o Renal Secretary Emma Owens, Morriston Hospital, Heol Maes Eglwys, Morriston Swansea SA6 6NL. Further enquiries to Rees Davies & Son Funeralcare 01792 456976
Pamela Netta JAMES
Peacefully at home on 21st December 2021. Cherished sister of the late Kathleen. Pam will be sadly missed by her friends and neighbours, especially Jenny and Christine. A service of committal at Swansea Crematorium on Wednesday 26th January 2022 at 10am will proceed a service of thanksgiving for Pam's life at All Saints Church, Oystermouth at 11.15am. No flowers please, but donations in lieu if desired for Cancer Research UK, Fundraising Team (Region 6), PO Box 1561, OXFORD, OX4 9GZ Further enquiries c/o William Pressdee Funeralcare Tel. 01792 366513 William Pressdee Funeralcare
Peter William Charles JONES
Peacefully on New Year's Day, Peter William Charles of Langland, Swansea, Dearly loved by his wife Maureen, by Martin and Mireille, Gavin and Gabe, his beautiful grandchildren Fin, Cal, Ava, Tess and Margot, and his brother David. Rest in peace Blaina boy For further enquiries please contact St James Funeral Home 31 St James Gardens Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT
Gèlise Madeline LEWIS
LEWIS Gèlise Madeline Peacefully at Rose Cross House on 3rd January 2022. Beloved wife of the late Brian, loving mother of Eleanor and mother-in-law to Tony and a proud grandmother of Emelza. Funeral service at Llanelli Crematorium on Friday 28th January at 10am. Attendance at the funeral is by invitation only. No flowers please, but donations in lieu if desired may be sent to: RSPCA Llys Nini Animal Centre, Penllergaer, Swansea, SA4 9WB or to: Macmillan Cancer Support, Freepost RTHE-KYHB-TRTJ, Supporter Donations, Camelford House, 87-90 Albert Embankment, London, SE1 7UQ Further enquiries c/o William Pressdee Funeralcare Tel. 01792 366513 William Pressdee Funeralcare
Nancy Anne MEACHAM
Formerly of Mettoy's, Swansea Peacefully at Morriston Hospital on 3rd January 2022. Beloved wife of the late Sid, loving mother of Alan and proud Nanny of Georgina and Lauren and great grand daughter Selene. Funeral service at Oystermouth Cemetery on Thursday 27th January at 11.15am. Family flowers only please, but donations in lieu if desired for 'Musical Memories Choir' may be sent c/o 27 Thistleboon Drive, Mumbles, SA3 4HY Further enquiries c/o William Pressdee Funeralcare Tel. 01792 366513 William Pressdee Funeralcare
Avril MORGAN
Of Pontardawe, Swansea, peacefully passed in Morriston A&E department on Tuesday 21st December following a short illness which was fought with courage and dignity. Beloved and devoted wife of Eddie, cherished Mother to Andrew, mother-in-law to Lisa and proud Grandmother to Ffion. Very much loved sister of Anne, James, Margaret, Dillwyn, Phillip and Kathryn. Dearly loved Sister in law, Aunty and great Aunt. Avril will be remembered fondly and sadly missed by her family and friends. To celebrate her life a service will take place on 19th January at Ty-Hedd Funeral Home at 10.30am followed by a private cremation at Morriston Crematorium 20th January. Unfortunately numbers are restricted therefore attendance is by invitation only, but for all those unable to attend that wish to remember Avril, please wear something red on the day. The funeral procession will leave the family home at 10:00 am should you wish to pay your respects. Family flowers only, but donations if desired in Avril's name to Ty Olwen Hospice please. either through the Evening Post website or the 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.
Idris Leonard MORGAN
Sadly on Wednesday 29th December 2021 at Morriston Hospital. Devoted husband of Patricia, loving father of John and Elizabeth and dearest father-in-law of Sharon and Stuart. Much loved Grandad of Stephen, Anthony and Siân. Funeral service at St. Teilo's Church, Bishopston on Friday 21st January 2022 at 1.30p.m, Due to current restrictions a maximum of 30 mourners are permitted in church. Family flowers only. Donations in memory of Idris, if so desired may be made to 'RNLI (Mumbles)' c/o The Honorary Treasurer, 9 Croftfield Crescent, Newton, SA3 4UL Further enquires c/o William Pressdee Funeralcare Tel. 01792 366513 William Pressdee Funeralcare
Peter QUINN
Peacefully at home on 1st January 2022. Beloved husband of Vera, dearly loved father of Jacqueline and Stephen, loving father-in-law of Ian and Tina, devoted and adored grandfather of Joanne, Matthew, Jackson, Victoria and Max and a cherished great grandfather of Theo, George, Toby and Ivy. A funeral service will be held at Our Lady Star of the Sea R.C. Church, Mumbles on Thursday 27th January followed by a service of committal at Swansea Crematorium at 3.00pm. Due to the current restrictions, attendance at both is by invitation only, however the service at the Crematorium Chapel will also be relayed by speakers outside. Family flowers only but donations in lieu if desired may be sent to 'Maggie's Swansea', Singleton Hospital, Sketty Lane, Swansea, SA2 8QA Further enquiries c/o William Pressdee Funeralcare 01792 366513 Requiescat in Pace William Pressdee Funeralcare
David Albert SMITH
(formerly of DAS/Central Cleaning) Sadly on 1st January 2022 at his home. Dearly loved husband of Lilian, beloved dad of Lisa, Andrew and Clair, father-in-law of Kevin and Diane, cherished bamps of Danny, Jordan, Arran, Jack, Lily, Georgie, Ollie and the late Alfie, great-grandfather of Luca, much loved brother of Terry, Veronica, Irene and Kathleen, respected brother-in-law and uncle. David will be missed by all who knew and loved him. Funeral Friday 21st January 2022 where a service will be held at Swansea Crematorium at 11.30am. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if so desired to "Diabetic Association UK" via Funeral-notices.co.uk or cheques may be forwarded to Lee Davies of Phillip G. Davies & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors Bethel Private Chapel of Rest Cockett, Swansea. SA2 0GB. Tel: (01792) 581924. "Requiescat in Pace"
Gloria Jean WILLIAMS
Passed away peacefully in her sleep at Ty Olwen Hospice on Boxing Day 26th December 2021. Wonderful, loving mother and mother-in-law to Dean and Ann, Marc and Julie. loving grandmother to Kelly, Craig, Kirstie and Luke. Also, Great Grandmother to Eden and Lillie. Loving sister and sister-in-law of Dennis and Gaynor. Loving auntie to Andrew and the late Robin and Nicholas. Resting at Graham J. Sullivan's Funeral Home until the funeral on Wednesday 19th January 2022, where a service will be held at Swansea Crematorium at 2:30 pm. Family flowers only, but donations if so desired to be made to Cats Protection through the South Wales Evening Post website. If so desired, please wear something bright in colour in respect of Gloria. Enquiries to: Graham J. Sullivan Funeral Directors, Ty-Hedd Funeral Home, Mynydd Garnllwyd Road, Morriston, Swansea, SA6 7QG Tel 01792 775262.
Arthur Ronald GAY
(Ron) Sadly but peacefully on Saturday 18th December 2021 at Morriston hospital Ron aged 78 of Penderry Road, Penlan, the dearly beloved husband and best friend to Sheila, loving dad to Jonathan and Jody, adored bampi to Jacob. Brother to Clifford and Bryn. Ron will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. Funeral Friday 21st January. Cremation at Swansea Crematorium at 10:30. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers made payable directly to Cancer Research UK. For further enquiries c/o Fforestfach Funeralcare 01792 581938. Fforestfach Funeralcare 155-157 Ravenhill Road Fforestfach Swansea SA5 5AH
Thomas Peter GRILLS
(Skeets) Lorry Driver - British Rail Depot, Palace Goods Yard, Swansea Boys Club. Beloved husband of June, and loving father of Gary and Beverley. Peter died, aged 93 years, on 18th December in Norwich, where he had lived for many years. He was the eldest son of the late John and Myrtle, brother to Dorothy, Roy, Allan and the late Arthur and David. He played soccer for Wales as an amateur, and during National Service in Germany, he worked on the Berlin Airlift. For his family in Swansea he leaves a huge gap; for his family in Norwich, he leaves an even bigger gap. Enquiries c/o C. Meirion Hopkin & Son. Tel: 01792 844513.
Marilyn JONES
Marilyn died peacefully at home aged 89, beloved wife of the late Ivor Jones, mother of Julie and Angela, loving grandmother of Lee, Andrew and Anna Marie and great grandmother of Ben, Theo, Orlando and Chloe. At peace now with Ivor her loving husband, both are loved deeply and will be missed. All who are acquainted with them are welcome to attend the funeral to be held at Llanelli Crematorium on Wednesday January 19th at 2pm. Family flowers only. Donations in memory of Marilyn may be made to the British Heart Foundation (cheques only please) c/o Anthony Inkin and Paul Deans Funeral Directors Capel Hedd, Oakfield Street, Pontarddulais SA4 8LN Tel: 01792 886600
Bella Susan MORGAN
Peacefully passed away on Tuesday 28th December 2021. Beloved wife of the late David, much loved mother to Andrew and Judith, proud grandmother and great-grandmother. Bella will be sadly missed by all who knew her. Funeral service will be held at Morriston Crematorium on Friday 21st January, at 12 noon. Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to Moorfields Eye Charity, c/o St. James Funeral Home, 31 St. James Gardens, Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT Tel: 01792 643840
Glenys Ann ROBERTS
(Nee Bendle ) Peacefully on 1st January 2022, at Singleton Hospital, Glenys, much loved wife of David, loving mother of Phillip and daughter in law Jayne, son in law Gary, the late Mandy and the late Mary. A loving mamgu to all her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Glenys will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Service Thursday 20th January 2022, 2.15pm at Morriston Cemetery. The family would like to invite all back to Morriston Rugby club after the service for light refreshments. All enquiries to John Edwards Funeral Directors 5 Cwmbath Road, Morriston, Swansea SA6 7AH Tel:01792 771232
Mary Veronica SULLIVAN
Passed away suddenly at Morriston Hospital on Sunday 26th December 2021 aged 75 years, Veronica. Devoted wife to John, loving mother to Jonathan, mother in law of Michelle, daughter of the late Stafford and Vera, sister of Stafford, sister in law of Michael, Denise and Judy, loving auntie to all her nephews and nieces. Veronica will be missed by all her family, friends and neighbours. Requiem Mass will take place on Wednesday 19th January at St Joseph's Cathedral Greenhill at 1.30pm followed by interment at Morriston Cemetery (new section) at 2.45pm. Family flowers only please by request, donations in lieu of flowers if so desired to ITU Morriston Hospital c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors, 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH. Tel: 01792 650205. Requiescat In Pace
Winifred Joan TYRELL
(WYN) On 25th December 2021 at Morriston Hospital after a short illness, Wyn. Beloved wife of Graham. "Wyn will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her." Resting at D.G.Attwell's Chapel of Rest, Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd until funeral Monday 24th January, service at Swansea Crematorium 2.30pm. No flowers by request. Following the funeral everyone is invited for refreshments at The Newton Inn, Newton, Swansea SA3 4SA
George Victor BUNTING
(Retired Foreman Bryn Mair Bakery, Clydach) Peacefully on 22nd December 2021 at Morriston Hospital aged 87 years George. Devoted husband to the late Myra, treasured and much loved dad to Gillian and Leighton, father-in-law to David and Joanne, truly loved grandpa to Jonathan, Rachel, Matthew, Nathan and Jonathan's wife Amber. George was a much loved brother to the late Linda, Muriel and Leslie, a kind and well loved uncle and a good friend to many. Our sincere thanks go to the caring staff at Wards H,R & V at Morriston Hospital, Fforestfach Medical Centre, District Nurses, Well Pharmacy, Graiglwyd and Aylecare. Funeral service Friday 14th January 12.30pm at Swansea Crematorium, family flowers only please by request. Enquiries to D.G Attwell Funeral Directors, 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH Tel: 01792 650205
Patricia Petty ELLERY
(Pat) sadly passed away on the 24th December. Pat will be sadly missed by her daughter Carol, son Paul, son in law Ray and daughter in law Mair. Grandchildren Mark, Paul, Claire, Lee and Craig and all her great grandchildren. A funeral service will be held on the 20th January 2022 at 11am, attendance at the funeral is by family invitation only. Donations in lieu of flowers can be made directly to the Wales Air Ambulance by post or through the charities website at www.walesairambulance.com/donatewaa Graham J Sullivan Funeral Director Ty-Hedd Funeral Home, Mynydd Garnllwyd Road, Morriston, Swansea, SA6 7QG Tel 01792 775262
John Howard GRANT
30th October 1932 - 4th January 2022 Peacefully at Three Cliffs Care Home. Beloved husband of Maria, loving father of Katharine and cherished brother of Pat and the late Janet. John will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. A Requiem Mass will be held at Our Lady Star of the Sea R.C. Church, Mumbles on Friday 28th January at 1pm followed by interment at Oystermouth Cemetery at 2.15pm. The maximum number of mourners in the church is 40 however all are welcome at the graveside to pay their respects. Family flowers only please, but donations in lieu if desired may be sent to 'Alzheimer's Society Cymru', 1st Floor S4C, Parc Ty Glas, Llanishen, Cardiff, CF14 5DU (Cheques should be made payable to Alzheimer's Society Cymru) Further enquiries c/o William Pressdee Funeralcare Tel. 01792 366513 Requiescat in Pace William Pressdee Funeralcare
William David JENKINS
(Dai) Suddenly passed away on Sunday 26th December at Morriston Hospital, David beloved and cherished husband of Hilary, dearly loved father of Ian and partner Andrea. Will be greatly missed by his nephew Robert. Much loved Dai of Kathryn, Andrew, Seren and Joel. Funeral service will be held at Swansea Crematorium on Thursday 20th January at 11.00am Due to current restrictions entry to the crematorium is limited to 40 people, however the service will be relayed to those wishing to pay their respects outside. Donations, if so desired, in memory of David to Mr Youhana Charitable Endowment Fund, Cardiothoracic Surgeon, Cardiothoracic Department, Morriston Hospital, Heol Maes Eglwys, Morriston, SA6 6NL. Arrangements entrusted to Graham J Sullivan Funeral Director. Ty-Hedd Funeral Home, Mynydd Garnllwyd Road, Morriston, Swansea, SA6 7QG Tel 01792 775262
Gaynor Jean SULLIVAN
(nee Driscoll) Sadly passed away, surrounded by her loving family on the 22nd December 2021, aged 67 at Morriston Hospital. Beloved wife of Bernard, loving mam of Mark and Michelle, Mother in law to Mark and Emma, doting grandmother to Sam, Nathan, Ciaran, Elisha and Callum and loving great grandmother to Oliver. Loving sister to Kim and Mandy and the late, Pauline, Brian and Gerald Gaynor will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Funeral Cortege to leave from the house at 11.10am on the 18th January 2022. The funeral service will commence at 11.30am at G J Sullivan Funeral Home, Clase Swansea for a family service, and at 12.30 at Swansea Crematorium. Invited family and friends only due to Covid within both venues. Anyone wishing to attend outside both services are welcome. Everyone welcome after the services to attend Landore Social Club to celebrate her memory and life. Family flowers only and donations in lieu of Flowers directly to Wales Air Ambulance or through the funeral directors website. Graham J Sullivan Funeral Director. Ty-Hedd Funeral Home, Mynydd Garnllwyd Road, Morriston, Swansea, SA6 7QG Tel 01792 775262.
Corinne May THOMAS
(nee Frattini) Peacefully on Tuesday 21st December 2021 at The Old Vicarage Nursing Home, Sketty, Corinne, aged 96 years. Beloved wife of the late John. Resting at St James Funeral Home, Uplands, where a private memorial service will be held, under current restrictions on Tuesday 18th January 2022 at 10:30am. No flowers please, donations in lieu of flowers if so desired to Cancer Research UK c/o St James Funeral Home 31 St James Gardens Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT
Michael BIBB
(Mike) Suddenly passed away on 26th December at Morriston Hospital, Mike of Brandon Crescent Winchwen, beloved husband of the late Joan, much loved Dad of Christopher and Clair, father-in-law to Jonathan, and beloved Bampa to Emma. Mike will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service will be held at Swansea Crematorium on Tuesday 18th January at 11:30am. Family flowers only please. All enquiries to: Gwyn Jones Funeral Directors 118 Trallwn Road Llansamlet Swansea SA7 9UU Tel: 01792 771066 / 07483125296
William (Bill) BROWN
Peacefully passed away on 28th December at Brynhyfryd House Care Home, West Cross, Bill of Bryn Street, Brynhyfryd. Dearly loved husband of the late Eirlys, loving father of Paula, David, Richard and Philip, dear father-in-law of Sandra, Jacqueline, Joanne and the late Wynne, treasured grandfather of his 9 grandchildren. Bill will be sadly missed by his family, June and all his friends. Funeral Tuesday 18th January 1.15pm service at Swansea Crematorium Chapel followed by interment at Morriston Cemetery (section "UU") at 1.45pm. Family flowers only Donations if so desired to the British Heart Foundation c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH.
Moyra JOHN
Peacefully passed away on 28th December at Hengoed Court Care Home, Moyra formerly of Cwmrhydyceirw Morriston, beloved partner of the late Robert, much loved mother to Christine, Paul and Beverley, a dear mother-in-law, cherished Mam to her grandchildren and Mam Moyra to her great grandchildren and great great grandchildren, loving sister to Sonia (Australia) and the late Leighton. Moyra will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service will be held at Swansea Crematorium on Monday 17th January at 10:30am. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Moyra may be made to Alzheimers Society via 'funeral-notices.co.uk' or by cash / cheque to Gwyn Jones Funeral Directors 118 Trallwn Road Llansamlet Swansea SA7 9UU Tel: 01792 771066 / 07483125296
Margaret LANGTON
Margaret of Sandfields, Swansea, passed away peacefully on 29th December 2021 with her family around her. Her quick wit, vibrant personality and loving heart will be missed dearly, Margaret wouldn't want sadness, she believed she would be joining her children, Claire and Mark. Funeral Monday 17th January 2022 when a service will be held at Christchurch, Sandfields Swansea at 11.30am followed by cremation at Swansea Crematorium 12.30pm. Family flowers only, but donations in lieu if so desired to Ty Olwen c/o St. James Funeral Home, 31 St. James Gardens, Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT Tel: 01792 643840
David Bryan LLEWELLYN
(Bryan) Sadly passed away on 24th December at Morriston Hospital. Beloved husband of Irene, devoted father and father-in-law of Elizabeth and Martin, Gina and Chris, Julia and David, adored grandfather of Julian, Helen, Richard, David, Ben, Katie and Zoe, doting great-grandfather of Brooke, Ellise, Adley, Ivy, Alice, Archie and Oscar. Funeral service will be held at Swansea Crematorium on Monday 17th January at 12.00 o'clock. Family flowers only. Due to current covid restrictions entry into the crematorium will be by invitation only. A webcast of the service is available on request. Funeral Directors St James Funeral Home Uplands Tel: 01792 643840
Terance Stanley NEALE
(Terry) Sadly on 2nd January 2022 at Morriston Hospital, Terry aged 75 years of Ty Dewi Sant. Much loved father, grandfather, brother and uncle. Terry will be missed by all who knew and loved him. Funeral Tuesday 18th January 2022 where a service will be held at Swansea Crematorium at 3.30pm. Family flowers only donations in lieu if so desired can be made to "Wales Air Ambulance" or "R.N.L.I Swansea" via Funeral-notices.co.uk or cheques maybe forwarded to Lee Davies of Phillip G. Davies & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors Bethel Private Chapel of Rest Cockett, Swansea. SA2 0GB. Tel: (01792) 581924.
Andrew James PERRY
Peacefully on 2nd January 2022 at his home surrounded by his family, Andrew, beloved husband of Diane, loving dad of Amanda, Clare, Sarah, Matthew and their partners, proud grampy to all his grandchildren and great-grandchild. Dear brother of Josephine and Denise, brother-in-law of Stephen and Alan. Thank you to Lynn and Fraser for all the help they gave to Andrew. Funeral Service at St James Church, Uplands, Wednesday 19th January at 12.30pm followed by Interment at Oystermouth Cemetery, 1.45pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if so desired to British Heart Foundation c/o St. James Funeral Home, 31 St. James Gardens, Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT. Tel: 01792 643840
Maureen PORTER
(nee Pridmore) (Mo) Sadly on 1st January 2022 surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of Graham, loving sister of Steve and sister-in-law of Jen, auntie and great-aunty to all her nieces and nephews. Mo will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Funeral Tuesday 18th January 2022 where a service will be held at Swansea Crematorium at 12 noon. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if so desired to "Cancer Research UK" via Funeral-notices.co.uk or cheques may be forwarded to Lee Davies of Phillip G. Davies & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors Bethel Private Chapel of Rest Cockett, Swansea. SA2 0GB. Tel: (01792) 581924.
Winifred Edith PRATT
(nee D'Arcy) Passed away peacefully on 2nd January 2022 aged 90 years. Reunited with husband Milton. Much loved mother to Sally and Katie. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. A service to celebrate Win's life will be held at St John's Church, Axbridge on Tuesday 18th January at 1.00pm. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for Dementia UK may be sent to:- C V Gower Funeral Directors, The Square, Winscombe, BS25 1BS, tel: 01934 842945. Personal tributes and donations can also be made at www.winifredpratt.muchloved.com
Edward Llewelyn THOMAS
(Ted)Peacefully on 23rd December 2021 at Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court, Porthcawl.
Beloved and respected uncle to Lyn, Anne, Helen, Timothy and the late Stephen, a devoted grandfather figure to Sarah and Rebecca, and a cherished great uncle. He will be greatly missed by his family and many friends.
Funeral service will take place at Swansea Crematorium, Morriston, on Monday 24th January at 11.30am. Regrettably, due to current covid restrictions, attendance inside the Crematorium Chapel is by invitation only.
The service will be relayed by speakers to those wishing to pay their respects outside the Chapel and will also be webcast for anyone unable to attend in person. For further details please e-mail
William Pressdee Funeralcare:
pressdee.swansea@letsco-operate.com
Donations in lieu of flowers (if desired) will be gratefully received by Swansea Freemasons Feed Homeless, c/o Swansea Masonic Hall, 152 St. Helens Road, Swansea SA1 4DF.
"He lived respected and died regretted"
Derek John WILLIAMS
(Standard bearer of the Welsh Guards for 35 years) 19-05-1936 - 01-01-2022 Beloved husband, father, son, brother, uncle and grandfather passed away peacefully after a long illness aged 85 years. Devoted husband to Christine, father to Helen, Elizabeth and Lynne and extended families, son of Harold and Irene Williams (Townhill), brother to Gillian and the late David and Malcolm. Funeral service at Christchurch, Sandfields Tuesday 18th January at 11.00am followed by interment at Oystermouth Cemetery 12.15pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to the Alzheimer's Society or The Salvation Army c/o St. James Funeral Home, 31 St. James Gardens, Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT Tel: 01792 643840
Nick CHRISTIE
Nick of Sneyd Green, sadly passed away on Friday 17th of December 2021, at his father-in-law's house in Swansea at the age of 61 years. Beloved husband to Jacqui and much-loved father to Miki and Josh. He will be dearly missed by all of his friends and family. A service to celebrate his life will be on Thursday 20th January at Milton Parish Church at 12 noon, followed by interment in the churchyard. Afterwards there will be a gathering at Milton Bowling Recreation Club. We will also be accepting donations towards Staffordshire Blood Bikes (SSCBB) at www.justgiving.com/ssblood-bikes. All enquiries to: Williamson Brothers Family Funeral Directors, Birch House, Birches Head Road, Hanley, ST1 6LH. Tel. 01782 212880.
Stephen John ELWORTHY
Sadly passed away on Friday 31st December, at home with his loving family at his side. Stephen, much loved husband of Barbara, loving Dad of Claire and Neil, and dear father-in-law to Josh. Adored grandfather to Layla, much loved brother of Lynne and brother-in-law Peter, loved son-in-law to Stuart and Sue, and uncle to Lewis and Rhys. Stephen will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service taking place on Friday 14th January 2022. The cortege will travel up Clydach High Street at 1:00, to a service at St Benedict's Church, Clydach at 1:15, which will be followed by an interment service at Coedgwilym Cemetery at 2:15. Sadly, due to current regulations, we can only seat a limited number at Church. Those who wish to pay their respects at either service are politely requested to observe current regulations, and safely social distance. Family flowers only please; donations in lieu are welcomed, supporting The Brain Tumour Charity, via: www.stephen-elworthy.muchloved.com. If you have difficulty donating online, please contact C. Meirion Hopkin & Son for assistance. Tel: 01792 844513.
Jean GRIFFIN
Peacefully on 23rd December 2021 at Hengoed Park Nursing Home, Jean. Funeral service Monday 17th January, 3.30pm at Swansea Crematorium. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if so desired to RNIB or Alzheimer's Society c/o St. James Funeral Home, 31 St. James Gardens, Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT Tel: 01792 643840.
Margaret Elaine MORGAN
Peacefully on 23rd December 2021 at Bloomfield Care Home, Sketty. Margaret, beloved wife of the late Ivan, much loved mum of Carolyn and Judith, mother-in-law of Steven, grandmother of Richard, Lauren, Sarah and Stuart and great-grandmother of Wesley and August. Funeral service to be held at Holy Cross Church, West Cross at 1.45pm on Thursday 13th January 2022. Family flowers only, donations if so desired to Alzheimer's Society c/o St. James Funeral Home, 31 St. James Gardens, Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT Tel: 01792 643840
Ross Alexander PARKER
Sadly passed away on 28th December at Morriston Hospital, Ross of Heol Hafdy, Llansamlet, much loved and missed partner to Tracy, adored dad to Joshua, Shannon, Cameron, Morgan and Lily-Ann. loving brother to Kim, Kerry and Jason. Ross will also be greatly missed by all his nieces, nephews, family and friends. Funeral service will be held at Swansea Crematorium on Monday 17th January at 2.30pm. Family flowers only but donations in memory of Ross may be made payable to: Marie Curie 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
Robert John VAUGHAN
(JOHN) John suddenly passed away on the 19th December 2021, at his home in Llandybie, formerly of Townhill. Beloved husband of Suzanne, dear brother of Tom, Carol and the late Shirley, Colin and Phillip. Loving uncle to his nieces and nephews. He will be sadly missed by all. Funeral service Friday 14th January 2022, 2.30pm at Ty-Hedd Funeral Home. Family flowers only, but donations in lieu to WALES AIR AMBULANCE either through the Evening Post website or through the Graham J. Sullivan Funeral Directors website, Funeral Notices. Enquiries to: Graham J. Sullivan Funeral Director's, Ty-Hedd Funeral Home, Mynydd Garnllwyd Road, Morriston, Swansea, SA6 7QG Tel 01792 775262.
Elvira JACKSON
(nee Jones) (Of Abercraf) Peacefully passed away in Southsea, Hants on the 8th December 2021, aged 81 years. Devoted wife to Ken, much loved mother of Helen and Neil. Loving grandmother of Millie and Hollie. A good friend of her son-in-law Michael and her daughter-in-law Sue. Loving and caring sister of Winston and Reg and of her sister-in-law Valerie, and a caring and loving aunt to her nephews and nieces in Wales. A thanksgiving service will be held on Friday 14th January 2022 at Eastney Evangelical Church, 21 Eastney Road, Southsea, PO4 9JA at 1pm. Some refreshments will be provided at the chapel after the service. The Committal Service will be held at Portchester Crematorium at 3pm. Donations in lieu of flowers if desired may be made to any of three charities Elvira Supported, Premier Christian Radio, London City Mission and the British Lung Foundation.
Cristene MATHIAS
(Hutchings) Sadly on 25th December 2021, Cristene passed away peacefully at The Old Vicarage Nursing Home, Sketty, Swansea. Devoted Wife of her late husband Philip Hutchings and cherished Mam to Bronwen & Carol, and Mother in law to Allan and Phil. Much loved Nanny to Jessica & James, Leanne & David, Nicola & Christopher and Nathan & Rebecca. Doting Mamgu to Seb, Tilly, Cari, Ayda, Vincent, Ewan, Martha, Bethany, Dylan and Max. Service to be held at Ty-Hedd Funeral Home on Friday 21st January 2022 at 1pm, followed by a family interment at Morriston Cemetery. Attendance at the funeral is by invitation only due to current restrictions. Cristene requested no flowers, donations if so desired please make directly to Dementia UK. Graham J Sullivan Funeral Director. Ty-Hedd Funeral Home, Mynydd Garnllwyd Road, Morriston, Swansea, SA6 7QG Tel 01792 775262.
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