These are all the loved ones remembered in funeral notices and family announcements across Swansea made between June 3 and June 9. 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.
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In order of most recently announced.
Linda Elizabeth ABSALOM
Sadly passed away on 11th May 2022, at the age of 73 years. Loving wife of Colin, loving mother of Leon, Wendy, Trudie and step-mother of Richard and Helen. Loving grandmother to Dylan, Joseph, Jess, Tanner, Aron, Lily, Ben and Alex. Will sadly be missed by family and friends. Funeral Wednesday 15th June service at St Teilo's Church, Caereithin 1.30pm followed by cremation at Swansea Crematorium at 2.30pm. Donations to Dementia UK c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd Swansea, SA5 9JH Tel: 01792 650205
Ivy DAY
Peacefully on 25th May 2022 at Ael Y Bryn Nursing Home aged 93 years, Ivy. Devoted wife to the late Ivor, much loved mam, mother in law, nan and great nan to Christine, Leslie, Clive, Julie, Zoe, Rob, Huxley and Rupert. Ivy will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered by all her family and friends. Funeral service will take place at Swansea Crematorium on Thursday 16th June at 2pm. Family flowers only by request, donations in lieu of flowers if so desired to Alzheimer's Society c/o D.G Attwell, 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH. Tel: 01792 650205.
Vernon John ELIAS
Passed away peacefully aged 90 on 30th May with his family by his side. Much loved husband to Ruth who passed away in 2020. He will be greatly missed by his children Sian, Hywel and Paul, in-laws Marino, Juliet and Sharon and all his grandchildren, whom he adored. Dad was a very accomplished sportsman, playing rugby for Swansea and Neath, cricket for Gowerton and was a stalwart of the Penarth Legion snooker team for over 25 years. The funeral will be held at the Crematorium, Port Road East, Barry on Friday 17th June at 11.00 a.m. Old friends and acquaintances are welcome to attend.
Mal GRIFFITHS
Sadly passed away on 27th May at Morriston Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Mal of Gorseinon, beloved husband of Norma, much loved dad to the late Darren, cherished grampa to Sian and great grampa to William Darren. Mal will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. A private funeral has taken place. In memory of Mal donation may be made to: Oncology Department Singleton Hospital or Renal Unit Morriston Hospital by cash / cheque to: Gwyn Jones Funeral Director 118 Trallwn Road Llansamlet Swansea SA7 9UU Tel: 01792 771066 / 07483125296
Kane Geraint Edwards KANEO
Sadly passed away on Tuesday 24th May. Kaneo of Morriston, loving son to Janine and Geraint, treasured brother to Kyle and Kieran, much loved grandson to Nanna and Pops Edwards, loved nephew to Stephen, David, Joanne, Gareth and Gethin, cherished cousin to Josie, Nathan, Kristian, Ffion, Ieuan, Josh, Noah, James and Oliver. Kaneo will be sadly missed by Zac, family and his many friends. Funeral service will be held at Swansea Crematorium on Friday 17th June at 3pm. Family flowers only for the funeral service please. All other flowers please send to: Morriston Rugby Club, Heol Gwernen, Cwmrhydyceirw, Morriston. In memory of Kaneo donations may be made payable to: RNLI 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 In memory of Kaneo, the family would like you wear something red/rugby or football shirt to the funeral service.
Anthony James LANE
(Tony ) Passed peacefully on Saturday 28th May 2022 at Ty Olwen. Much loved Father of Sara and Kathryn, former Husband and friend of Frances. Loving Grandpa to Corey, Elysee and Siena. Treasured Brother of Nigel. Adored Uncle to Mark, Mel and Owen. He will be very sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service to be held at Ty Hedd Funeral Home on Friday June 17th at 2.30pm. Family flowers only please. Donations if so desired to be made directly to Ty Olwen and Marie Curie Graham J Sullivan, Ty Hedd Funeral Home, Mynydd Garnllwyd Road, Morriston, Swansea. SA6 7QG Tel: 01792 775262
Howard LLEWELLYN
Howard passed away peacefully, on 15th May 2022 at the Princess of Wales Hospital, Bridgend, aged 80 years. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends. Funeral Service at Margam Crematorium, on Thursday 16th June at 13:45. Followed by a celebration of his life at Blancos, Port Talbot. Everyone is welcome to join the family. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, to Headway - The Brain Injury Association, Registered Charity Number: 1025852, www.headway.org.uk/ Graham J Sullivan Funeral Directors Ty-Hedd Funeral Home, Mynnydd Garnllwyd Road, Morriston, Swansea, SA6 7QG. 01792 775262
Arthur Emlyn PIKE
Sadly on Wednesday 25th May 2022 after a short illness, Arthur of Cheriton Crescent, Portmead, Swansea peacefully fell asleep at his home surrounded by his loving family and friends aged 82 years. Beloved husband of the late Maureen, devoted dad of Wayne, Kim and a loved father-in-law of Joanne and Anthony. Cherished bampi to Rebecca, Oscar, Isabella, Alex, Michael and Kingsley and an adored great-grandfather to Primrose. Arthur will be greatly missed by his brother Elwyn and his sister Elaine, his many nieces, nephews, neighbours and friends. Funeral Service will take place at Morriston Crematorium on Wednesday 15th June 2022 at 12:30pm. Further enquiries to Phillip G Davies & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors, Bethel Private Chapel of Rest, Waunarlwydd Road, Cockett SA2 0GB Tel: 01792 581924
Eileen Mary THATCHER
Peacefully passed away on Sunday 22nd Mary 2022. Dearly loved and cherished wife of Michael, sister of Danny, Marian, Kitty and the late Bernard and David, much loved aunt and great-aunt, sister-in-law of John and Jean, Gwyn and Mary. Eileen will be very greatly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Friday 17th June 2022 when Requiem Mass will take place at St. Joseph's Cathedral, Greenhill at 10:30am followed by Interment at Morriston Cemetery at 12:15pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if so desired to 'Royal Osteoporosis Society' via Funeral-notices.co.uk or cheques may be forwarded to Lee Davies of Phillip G. Davies & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors, 2, Waunarlwydd Road, Cockett, SA2 0GB. Tel: (01792) 581924. Requescat In Pace
Gordon Brian WAGSTAFFE
Sadly passed away on 22nd May, peacefully after a short period of illness bravely fought. Loving father to Michael, brother to James, Leanne and Carl, and the late Karen and a beloved uncle of Katie. Will be missed by family and friends. Funeral Service Monday 13th June 2022, 10.30am at Swansea Crematorium. Family flowers only, donations to Ty Olwen c/o D G Attwell Funeral Directors 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd Swansea, SA5 9JH Tel: 01792 650205
David Glyndwr BATER
Peacefully on Tuesday 24th May 2022, David, beloved husband of Tricia, devoted father of Matthew, Jonathan and Greg, dear father-in-law of Lee, and a loving grampa of Jasmine, Poppy, Finlay, Janaya, Natalia and Ella. David will be sadly missed, but lovingly remembered by all who knew and loved him. Funeral service Tuesday 14th June, Swansea Crematorium at 11am, please wear something colourful. Family flowers only, but donations in lieu if desired, may be sent directly to Ty Hafan Children's Hospice, Hayes Road, Sully, Cardiff, CF64 5XX Further enquiries to Rees Davies & Son Funeralcare 01792 456976
Linda Dawn DAVIES
(nee Yeo) Peacefully on 28th May 2022 at Morriston Hospital after a long illness, Linda. Dearly loved wife of Robert, much loved mother of Lisa, Leanne, Richard and the late Lee, loving grandmother and great grandmother, dear sister of her brothers and sisters, aunt of her nieces and nephews. "Linda will be sadly missed by all her family and friends." Funeral Thursday 16th June, service at Swansea Crematorium 3.30pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu may be made to Heart Heroes c/o D.G.Attwell Funeral Directors, 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH Tel. 01792 650205.
Edna HANN
Sadly on Monday 23rd May 2022, at Singleton Hospital, Edna. A much loved sister, aunt, great-aunt and friend. Funeral Wednesday 15th June, burial at Danygraig Cemetery, 10.45am, followed by a Thanksgiving Service at Tabernacle Chapel, Penclawdd, 11.45am. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to Mission Aviation Fellowship, c/o St James Funeral Home, 31 St James Gardens, Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT. Tel: 01792 643840.
Elizabeth Mary HOPKINS
(Betty) Sadly on Sunday 29th May 2022 at Singleton Hospital, Betty. Beloved wife of the late Richie much loved mam of Julie, Richard and David. A dearly loved mother in law of Neil, Lynne and Sally, adored nannie of Lucy, Laura, Emily, Sam, Elin and Lowri and little nannie of James, William, Ozzy, Molly and Tobias. Betty will be sadly missed by all her family and many friends. Funeral Wednesday 15th June at Swansea Crematorium 3pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to Cancer Research UK c/o St James Funeral Home, 31 St James Gardens, Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT. Tel: 01792 643840.
Eileen Winifred LACEY
(Leen, Mum, Nan, Lacey) Peacefully on Tuesday 24th May 2022, at her home surrounded by her family, Eileen. Beloved wife of Colin, much loved mum of Helen, Colleen, Peter and Ruth and adored Nan of James, Edward, Thomas, Samira, Oliver, Nima, Simon, Kira, Emma, Liam, Arya, Andy and Erin, and all her great-grandchildren. Eileen will be greatly missed by all her family and many friends. Funeral Tuesday 14th June at Llanelli Crematorium 10am. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to RNIB c/o St James Funeral Home 31 St James Gardens, Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT Tel 01792 643840
Joan PETERS
Sadly on Wednesday 25th May 2022 at Hillside Care Home, Joan, dearly beloved wife of the late Terry, wonderful Mum of Lynne, Janice and John, dear Mother-in-law to Gary, Mark and Sue and a loving Grandmother and Great-Grandmother. Joan was also a dear Sister-in-law of Carole and Bob. Funeral Tuesday 14th June at Morriston Crematorium, 3.00pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to RNLI (Mumbles) c/o St James Funeral Home, 31 St James Gardens, Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT. Tel 01792 643840.
Vera Elaine RICHARDS
Peacefully on Friday 27th May at Singleton Hospital, Vera of Cysgod Y Fro, Rhydyfro. Beloved wife of Ryan, much loved mother of Gary, Paul and Lisa, cherished Grandma of Liam, Adam, Tegan, Cerys and Zena, loved sister of Malcolm, Huw and the late Robert. The funeral will be held on Monday 13th June. Service at Swansea Crematorium at 2pm. Family flowers only please. Donations if so desired in memory to Vera may be given to Parkinsons Research kindly received by Roger Castle & Daughter Independent Funeral Directors, 86 Commercial St, Ystalyfera Swansea. SA9 2HU. Tel: 01639843231
Paul Anthony TOUGH
Tuffy (EX EMPLOYEE SWANSEA CITY COUNCIL) Peacefully passed away on 26th May at Singleton Hospital surrounded by his family. Tuffy of Birchgrove, loving husband to Rachael, much loved father to Jamie, Shane and their partners Kelly and Amy, adored bampa to Hannah and Jessica, beloved son to Betty and the late John Tough, cherished brother to Linda, Stuart and the late Andrew and Michael, dear son-in-law to Marian and Roy and brother-in-law to Nigel, Lynda and the late Spencer, loved uncle to Simon, Aeris, Jen, Ellie, Steven, Sarah, Josh, Justin,Nikita, Mark and Michelle. Tuffy will be fondly remembered by all his family and friends. Funeral service will be held at Swansea Crematorium on Wednesday 15th June at 11:30am. Family flowers only please, all enquiries to: Gwyn Jones Funeral Director, 118 Trallwn Road, Llansamlet, Swansea. SA7 9UU Tel: 01792 771066 / 07483125296
Norma BROOKS
Suddenly but peacefully passed away on 20th May at Morriston Hospital, Norma of Earl Street, Hafod. Devoted wife of the late Colin, loving mam of Susan and Julie, dear mother-in-law of Stewart and Laurence, proud and much loved nanna of Lauren and Leah and their partners Anna and Alex, also a loved sister, sister-in-law and auntie. Funeral Tuesday 14th June 1.15pm service at Swansea Crematorium Chapel followed by interment at Morriston Cemetery (section "ZZ") at 1.45pm. Flowers to D.G. Attwell's Chapel of Rest, Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd please.
Kathleen Patricia EDWARDS
(Pat) (Ex. Walkers ) Suddenly on Saturday 21st May 2002 at Morriston Hospital. Pat the much loved sister of Maureen and the late Louvane and Beryl, loved sister-in-law to Ron, cherished aunty and great-aunty to all her nieces, nephews and great-nieces and nephews. Pat will be sadly missed by all her loving family and friends. Funeral Wednesday 15th June 2022 when a service will be held at Bethel Private Chapel of Rest, Cockett at 2.00pm followed by interment at Morriston Cemetery (section BB) at 3.15pm. Further enquires to Lee Davies of Phillip G. Davies & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors 2 Waunarlwydd Road Cockett, Swansea. SA2 0GB. Tel: (01792) 581924.
Clive VONK
Sadly on Friday 20th May 2022 at Singleton Hospital, Clive. Beloved husband of Lynda, much loved dad of Carl, Neal and Craig. Dear father-in-law of Sandra, Mandy and Clare. A devoted bampa of all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral Monday 13th June when a Service will be held at Swansea Crematorium, 3:30pm. Family flowers only but donations in lieu if so desired to Singleton Assessment Unit c/o St James Funeral Home, 31 St James Gardens, Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT. Tel: 01792 643840.
Gloria DUNN
Peacefully on Saturday 21st May 2022 at Singleton Hospital, Gloria of 5 Lon Beili Glas, Cwmgors. Beloved wife of Roy, devoted mother of Sandra, Andrew, Tracey, Christopher, Matthew and Simon. Loving mother in law and cherished grandmother and great grandmother. Funeral Friday 10th June 2022, leaving her home at 9.00am for a private service and cremation at Llanelli Crematorium at 10.00am. Attendees are welcome outside or are welcome to join the family at Bar 98, Herbert Street, Pontardawa after the funeral for refreshments. Further enquiries to Wynford Thomas & Son Ystalyfera Funeralcare, 61 Commercial Street, Ystalyfera, Swansea, SA9 2HU. Telephone 01639 842422.
Lilian Joyce NORMAN
(Nee Parker) (Joyce) Peacefully on Monday 23rd May 2022, Joyce passed away at Morriston Hospital, aged 85 years. Devoted wife of Bill, loving mother to all her children and their partners, cherished nana and great nana to all her grandchildren. Joyce will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral will take place on Friday 10th June 2022, where a service will be held at Ty-Hedd Funeral Home at 10:30am, followed by interment at Morriston Cemetery, New Section at 11:15am. Family flowers only. Enquiries to: Graham J. Sullivan Funeral Directors, Ty-Hedd Funeral Home, Mynydd Garnllwyd Road, Morriston, Swansea, SA6 7QG Tel 01792 775262.
Emrys Kenneth THOMAS
(Ken) Suddenly on Saturday 7th May at Cwrt Enfys Care Home, Ken of Graig Rd, Godre 'r graig. Devoted husband of Doreen, loved father of Emrys and Heddwyn, much respected father-in-law Lynnette and Melanie, cherished grampa of Jonathan, Robert and Rhian and a doting great grampa. The funeral will be held on Wednesday 8th June. Service and interment at Godre'r graig Cemetery, Godre'r graig at 10am. Family flowers only please. Donations if so desired in memory of Ken may be given to Wales Air Ambulance kindly received by Roger Castle & Daughter Independent Funeral Directors, 86 Commercial St, Ystalyfera, Swansea. SA9 2HU. Tel: 01639843231.
Bernard GREGORY
Peacefully on 15th May 2022 at Ross-on-Wye Community Hospital. Beloved husband of the late Vivienne Claire. Dearly loved father of Bernadine and father-in-law of John. He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Requiem Mass on Monday 13th June 10am, at Our Lady Star of the Sea R.C. Church, Mumbles. Donations in lieu of flowers please, if desired, may be sent to 'Dementia UK' 7th Floor, 1 Aldgate, London EC3N 1RE Further enquiries c/o William Pressdee Funeralcare Tel. 01792 366513 Requiescat in Pace
Brenda Joyce Mary HAMER
Peacefully on 15th May aged 84. Dearly beloved wife of Gwyn, Mother of Stuart and Evan, Grandmother of Alanna, Nicky, Josh and Marcus, much loved Mum-in-law of Barbara and lovingly cherished second Mum, Nanna and Grandma to Mandy, Kevin, Chloe, Mike and Cali. Funeral 8th June, friends please kindly meet at Swansea Crematorium, service at 2pm followed by gathering at Cwmfelin Social. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if so desired may be made payable directly to Ty Olwen Hospice. Further inquiries c/o Fforestfach Funeralcare. Tel: 01792 581938.
Ira Gwilym WALTERS
Sadly, on Wednesday 18 May, after a short stay in Morriston and then Singleton Hospitals, Ira of Homeside Cottage, Llanrhidian peacefully passed away at the age of 62 years. Devoted husband of Pam, cherished father of Gareth, Joseph and Catherine, much loved step father to Danielle and Nicholas, proud grandfather of Corin, Ophelia, Sophie and Jack, much loved brother of Adrian and brother in law of Beryl and loving uncle of Louisa and Jonathan. Ira will be greatly missed by all who knew him and he will be forever in our hearts and thoughts. The funeral cortege will assemble at Ira's home at 1.30pm for a brief service before proceeding to Llanelli Crematorium for the funeral service at 3.00pm on Friday 10 June. Family flowers only but donations, if so desired, may be made to Cancer Research UK (cheques only) c/o James Cowley, Cowley Family Funerals, Crossways, Burry Green, Gower, Swansea SA3 1HR
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