These are all the loved ones remembered in funeral notices and family announcements in Carmarthenshire for the seven days up to April 27. 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.
To add your tributes or memories to any of the death notices of the people who have passed please do so at www.funeral-notices.co.uk/Wales. Simply find the notice you'd like to comment on and click on "message" on the right-hand side, write your comment and then click 'next,' to submit it to be moderated. Below are the most recent death and in memoriam notices published in the Carmarthenshire area, in alphabetical order.
Death notices
Renee Rosalind Bowen
Peacefully on Thursday 20th April 2023 at Prince Philip Hospital, Renee of Llandyry, Felinfoel, Llanelli. Beloved wife of the late Dennis, devoted mother of Anthony and Vanessa, much loved mother-in-law of Jan and the late Stephen, cherished nanna of Sarah, Lisa, Darren, Jade, Zach, Ryan and Max and adored great-nanna of Nathan, Libby, Logan and Olivia-Rose. Renee will be dearly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Wednesday 3rd May, service at the Chapel of Rest of Arthur Cambrey 10.00 a.m. followed by interment at Llanelli District Cemetery 10.45 a.m. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired in Renee's memory for 'Dementia UK' may be sent directly to Dementia UK, 7th Floor, One Aldgate, London, EC3N 1RE. Further enquiries to Arthur Cambrey Funeral Director, Alban Road, Llanelli, SA15 1ES Tel: 01554 772829.
Elwyn Cross
Peacefully at Glangwili Hospital on Wednesday, 12th April, aged 93 years, Elwyn of Nant-yr-Arian, Carmarthen. Former Divisional Officer, Dyfed Fire Brigade. Beloved husband of the late Moira, loving father of Ian, cherished grandfather of Bevan, respected father-in-law of Jaclyn and a dear brother. Public Funeral Service on Thursday, 4th May 2023 at Llanelli Crematorium at 3pm. Donations in memory, if desired to: 'The Firefighters Charity' received by Glanmor Evans and Son, Funeral Directors, Login Chapel of Rest, Llangunnor Road, Carmarthen SA31 2PG 01267 237100.
Peter Daniel Dennis (Ex BSC Trostre)
(Ex BSC Trostre) Peacefully on 14th April 2023 at Awel y Mor nursing home after an illness courageously borne. Peter (formerly of Waun Road, Loughor) Beloved husband of the late Pam. Dearly loved father of Laura and Paul. Loving father in law of Susan and the late Charles. Cherished Gramps of Chloe, Daniel, Amber, Ben and Laura. Loving Great Gramps of Charley and a dear brother of Clive and the late Gerald and Gillian. Funeral Wednesday 3rd May. Family and friends kindly meet at Llanelli Crematorium at 4.00 pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu may be made to Parkinson's Swansea District Branch at www.inkinanddeans.co.uk or sent to Anthony Inkin & Paul Deans, Family Funeral Directors, Kilby Court, Loughor, Swansea, SA4 6RQ Tel 01792 897710.
Maureen Dyer
Peacefully at home on Sunday, 9th April aged 91 years, Maureen of Parc y Delyn, Carmarthen. Beloved wife of the late Idris, loving mother of Sean. Funeral Service was held on 20th April at St Mary's Catholic Church and interment at Carmarthen Town Cemetery. Further enquiries: Glanmor Evans & Son, Funeral Directors, Carmarthen 01267 237100.
Roy Harries (of Brynawelon, Llanelli)
(of Brynawelon, Llanelli) Sadly on Wednesday 19th April, at home, with his loving family by his side, Roy, cherished husband of Angela, much loved dad of Emma, Kirby and Nick, devoted father-in-law of Mac and Greg, doting grampa of Eva, Ben and George. Family flowers only please. Funeral Thursday 11th May, service to be held at Llanelli Crematorium at 4.00 p.m. Donations if so desired may be made to 'Macmillan Cancer Support' 89 Albert Embankment, London SE1 7UQ. Or donate via their website; www.macmillan.org.uk For further details please contact, Silcox Family Funeral Directors, 83 New Road, Llanelli SA15 3DS. Tel. 01554 773120.
Audrey Harries
Sadly on Saturday 22nd April, peacefully at Brynhelyg Care home, Audrey, beloved wife of the late Dennis, dearly loved mother of Steven, Geoff and Rachel, dear mother-in-law of Linda, cherished grandma of Peter, Kirsty, Laura and Amelia, much loved sister of Hugh and the late Cledwyn, Doreen and Roydon. Audrey will be forever loved by her family. Funeral Monday 15th May, service to be held at Llanelli Crematorium at 1.00 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations if so desired may be made to 'Dementia UK' via their website; www.dementiauk.org For further details please contact, Silcox Family Funeral Directors, 83 New Road, Llanelli SA15 3DS. Tel. 01554 773120.
Shirley Jenkins (Howells)
(Howells) Passed on peacefully in her sleep on 12th April 2023 at Albion Lodge Residential Home, near Upton-upon-Severn, Worcestershire after a short illness. Shirley, of Llangunnor, Carmarthen was the beloved wife of the late Dr Iwan Jenkins, loving mother of Elisabeth and David, and a much-loved Granny to her six grandchildren. Funeral on Tuesday 2nd May 2023. Public service at Llangunnor Parish Church 11.00am followed by private family only cremation at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth. Family flowers only. Donations in memory, if desired, to NSPCC received by Glanmor Evans & Son, Funeral Directors, Login Chapel of Rest, Llangunnor Road, Carmarthen SA31 2PG Tel: 01267 237100.
Patricia June (Pat) James
(Pat) Suddenly on Saturday 15th April 2023, at her home, Pat aged 73 years, of Kidwelly Arms, Mynyddygarreg, sadly passed away. Devoted Partner of the late Eirwyn. Pat will be dearly missed by all her family, friends and neighbours. Funeral on Thursday 4th May 2023 Public Service at St Teilo's Church, Mynyddygarreg at 11am, followed by interment at Kidwelly Town Cemetery. All flowers and enquiries to: Shane Griffiths - Funeral Director Willow Brook Family Funeral Directors 38, Lady Street, Kidwelly SA17 4UD. 01554 890900.
John (Johnnie May of SWT buses) May
(Johnnie May of SWT buses ) Passed away on 5th April at Glangwili Hospital aged 74. John of Pen-Y-Fan Llanelli is sadly missed by his beloved wife Pat, children, grandchildren and his brother Colin. Funeral will be held on Wednesday 10th May 1pm at Box Cemetery Chapel Llanelli.
Gloria Morgan (of Temple Street, Llanelli)
(of Temple Street, Llanelli) Peacefully on Tuesday 18th April at Prince Philip Hospital, Gloria sadly passed away. Beloved mother of Kevin and Sharon, cherished mother-in-law of Pat, devoted grandmother of Leanne, much loved great-grandmother of Brooke and Freddie, a dear sister of Ivor, David and the late Terry and Harry and sister-in-law of Christine. Funeral Tuesday 9th May, service to be held at Llanelli Crematorium at 10.00 a.m. Family flowers only please. Donations if so desired may be made to 'Cancer Research Wales' 22 Neptune Court, Vanguard Way, Cardiff, CF24 5PJ. For further details please contact, Silcox Family Funeral Directors, 83 New Road, Llanelli SA15 3DS. Tel. 01554 773120.
John Prendergast
Passed away Peacefully at Morriston hospital on Monday April 10th aged 84 years, John of Gwynfe Road Loughor, beloved husband of the late Bridget, and partner of Kathleen, dearly loved father of John, Janet and Eamon, cherished brother, uncle, father in law and granddad. John will be sadly missed by his family , friends and all who knew him Funeral will take place on Friday April 28th at the Church of the blessed Sacrament Gorseinon 11.15am, followed by interment at Kingsbridge Cemetery 12.15pm. Family flowers only donations in memory of John may be made to The (British Heart Foundation BHF) c/o www.inkinanddeans.co.uk Anthony Inkin and Paul Deans Funeral Directors Kilby Court, Loughor, SA46RQ tel 01792 897710.
Mary Thomas
Yn dawel Dydd Mercher, 19fed o Ebrill 2023 bu farw Mary, 'Morawel', Heol Pemberton, Llanelli. Annwyl ferch i Sarah a David John. Gwasanaeth cyhoeddus yn Amlosgfa Llanelli ar Ddydd Mawrth, yr 2ail o Fai am 3.00 or gloch. Blodau y teulu yn unig. Peacefully passed away on Wednesday 19th April 2023, Mary of 'Morawel', Pemberton Road, Llanelli. Dearest daughter of Sara and David John. Public Service at Llanelli Crematorium on the 2nd of May at 3pm. Family flowers only. Further enquiries to: Arthur Cambrey Funeral Directors Alban Road, Llanelli, SA15 1ES Tel: 01554 772829.
Jean Townsend
Peacefully passed away on Tuesday, 18th April aged 90 years. Beloved wife of the late Arnold, loving mother of Lynne and Karen, cherished gran of Rachel, Bethan and Lynnette. Public Funeral Service at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth on Thursday, 4th May 2023 at 12.15pm. Family flowers only. Further enquiries: Glanmor Evans and Son, Funeral Directors, Carmarthen 01267 237100.
Birthday memoriams
Shane Jordan Finan (26th April)
(26th April) Cherished Birthday Memories of a dearly loved Son, Brother and Uncle Our Irreplaceable Shane Shane, every second of every day is so painful without you. Shane, no one is loved & missed more than you. We loved all of your witty jokes, you always made us happy & always put others before yourself. Shane, you were so handsome, kind, loyal, generous, full of compassion & empathy, you had a great passion for fairness & justice, you were a proud member of Plaid Cymru. Shane, you were wise beyond your years, you cared deeply about humanity, animals & the planet. Shane, we are so proud of the wonderful person you were & so blessed to love you. Shane, you were so brave, such a beautiful soul. Shane, you are so deeply loved & missed & always remembered. We will all be together again one beautiful day. Peace Perfect Peace Shane Love you forever Mammy, Joshua, Kyle, Sienna Lindsey xxx Mam and family xxx
Sian Prys Morgan (Jones)
(Jones) Dy benblwydd 60fed heddiw. Dim parti na bwrlwm, ond llu o atgofion melys am fy seren i. Mae'r hiraeth yn parhau yn fy nghalon, ond rwy mor ddiolchgar am yr amser cawsom gyda'n gilydd. Cariad am byth, Mam.
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