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Here are a selection of notices published earlier this week.
Alan ARMISHAW
Peacefully on 22nd March 2023 at Hengoed Court, Alan formerly of Penllergaer, beloved son of the late Walter and Maud, loving brother of the late Len, Phyllis and Basil, brother in law of the late Archie and a much loved uncle and great uncle. Funeral service at Llanelli Crematorium on Thursday 20th April at 11.00am. The family request colourful clothing to be worn. No flowers by request, donations in lieu if so desired for Singing for the Brain (please make cheques payable to Alzheimer's Society) may be sent to David Hitchings & Sons Independent Funeral Directors, 34 Frampton Rd, Gorseinon, Swansea. SA4 4XY. Tel 01792 897323.
Robert Eric AUSTIN
Of Kingrosia Park in Clydach. Passed away after a long illness, bravely borne, on 30th March 2023 aged 62. Much loved brother of Janet and Alan, brother-in-law to Dave and Maddy, beloved uncle to his nieces and nephews. He will be sadly missed by all family and friends. Funeral service to be held at Morriston Crematorium, Swansea on Friday 21st April at 12.00pm. Family flowers only, but if so desired donations to Crohn's & Colitis UK c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors, 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH. Tel (01792) 650205.
Dorothy Kay (Dotti) BLAKE
(Dotti) Sadly but peacefully on 28th March 2023 at home surrounded by her loving family. Beloved Wife of Dave, Cherished Mam of André Daughter-in-law Carol, Dear Sister of Sonia, Roy and the late Clifford, Much loved Nannie of Lori, Sheri and Alexandra, Great-Grandmother to Sofia, Ellis, Sebastian and Harriet. Dotti will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Funeral Tuesday 18th April 2023 where a service will be held at Swansea Crematorium at 3:30pm. 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 2, Waunarlwydd Road Cockett, Swansea. SA2 0GB. Tel: (01792) 581924.
Mona CHALLINOR
Peacefully at her daughter's home in Dunvant on Monday April 3rd 2023, aged 100 years. Mona, dearly beloved wife of the late John Douglas, much loved mother of Ian and Faith, dear mother-in-law of Lynne, cherished mamgu of Richard and Laura, Fiona and Mathew, doting great-mamgu of Sebastian, Dylan and Millie. The funeral will be held on Monday April 17th 2023. Service at Siloam Chapel, Killay at 11:45am followed by interment at Onllwyn Cemetery at 1pm. Family flowers only please. Donations if so desired in memory of Mona may be given to Alzheimer's Society kindly received by Faith Challinor - Wheatley. Further enquiries to Roger Castle & Daughter Funeral Directors Tel: 01639 843231.
Gwyneira DAVIES
Hunodd yn dawel Ddydd Gwener, 24ain o Fawrth 2023 yn ei chartref yn 94 mlwydd oed. Priod annwyl y ddiweddar Handel a mam gariadus y ddiweddar Arwel. Modryb teilwng a gariadus ei nithoedd a neiaint. Cynhelir y gwasannaeth yn Nhy Hedd, Treboeth Dydd Gwener Ebrill 21ain, am 10.30 o'r gloch. Blodau'r teulu'n unig. Cyfraniadau er cof tuag at y gronfa Alzheimer's Society, rhodd personol os gwelwch yn dda. * * * * * Peacefully on Friday 24th March 2023 in her home, 94 years old, Gwyneira, beloved wife of the late Handel and loving mother of the late Arwel. Proud and loving aunt to her nieces and nephews. Funeral Friday April 21st at 10.30am at Ty Hedd Funeral Home, Treboeth. Family flowers only, personal donations if so desired to Alzheimer's Society. Graham J Sullivan Funeral Director. Ty-Hedd Funeral Home, Mynydd Garnllwyd Road, Morriston, Swansea, SA6 7QG Tel 01792 775262.
Rachel Margaret (Formerly of Pentre Farm) DAVIES (Ray)
(Ray) (Formerly of Pentre Farm) Peacefully on Friday, 31 March at Morriston Hospital, Ray of Park Terrace, Pontarddulais (formerly of Pentre Farm). Beloved wife of the late John, devoted mother of Hugh, dear mother-in-law of Meinir, much loved Mamgu of Aled, Iestyn and Nicola and cherished great-grandmother of Olivia and Katie. Funeral on Friday, 21 April, service for family and friends at Swansea Crematorium at 11.00a.m. Family flowers only. Further enquiries to Hywel Griffiths and Son, Funeral Directors, Capel y Bont, Oakfield Street, Pontarddulais. Tel: 01792 885626
Peggy ELLIOTT
Passed away peacefully at Bloomfield Care Home in Sketty on the 1st April aged 89. Is now beside her loving husband Donald Elliott. Will be missed by all the family
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Joan Elsie EVANS
Peacefully at Singleton Hospital, on 30th March 2023, Joan, beloved wife of Jason, devoted mother of James and Beccie, mother in law to Bex and Matthew. Nannie to Holly, dear daughter in law of Molly. Dear twin sister of June and younger sister of Sandra. Much loved by all her family. Funeral Service Wednesday 19th April 2023, 10.00am at Swansea Crematorium. Family flowers only; donations in lieu to Macmillan c/o John Edwards Funeral Directors 5 Cwmbath Road, Morriston, Swansea SA6 7AH Tel: 01792 771232 Service With Compassion
Morrie EVANS
Former Captain, Swansea RFC. Sadly on Monday 20th March 2023 at his home in Norton, Morrie. Much loved dad of Catherine and the late Ian. He will be sadly missed by Barbara, a devoted Pappy of Mali and Jackson and loving grandpa of Jordan and Thomas, a dear brother of Huw, Lyn and the late Val. Funeral Thursday 13th April when a service will be held at Swansea Crematorium 3.30pm. Family flowers only but donations in lieu if so desired to the Motor Neurone Disease Association. c/o St James Funeral Home, 31 St James Gardens, Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT. Tel: 01792 643840.
June (Ex Councillor of Llansamlet) EVANS (Nee Norman)
(Nee Norman) (Ex Councillor of Llansamlet) Suddenly but peacefully passed away on 22nd March at Morriston Hospital, June of Lon Brynawel, Llansamlet. Beloved wife of the late David, much loved mam to Carole, Linda and Anthony, a dear mother-in-law to Andrew and Debbie, adored Nanna June to Christopher, Carly, Amy, Kirsty, Alex, Luke, Elena and their partners, and great Nanna June to her 11 great grandchildren. June will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service will be held at Swansea Crematorium on Monday 17th April at 2:30pm. Family flowers only please but donations if so desired in memory of June can 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
David FACEY (Ex Employee at SWALEC)
(Ex Employee at SWALEC) Suddenly passed away on 20th March at his home in Winchwen. Much loved husband to Susan, loving dad to Paul, a dear father-in-law to Nadine, cherished grandad to Joel. David will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service will be held at Swansea Crematorium on Tuesday 18th April at 2:30pm. Family flowers only please but donations if so desired in memory of David can be made to: The Salvation Army 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
Raymond (Ray) HANNEY
(Ray) Peacefully on Friday 24th March, Raymond of Garnlwyd Close, Morriston sadly passed away. Beloved husband and best friend of Cynthia, loving father of Lorraine and Steven, loving step-father to Andrew and Lee and in-law to Tracy and Sue, loving Grandpa to Caroline, Pops to Laura and Ceri, Jac and Alex and Great Grandfather to William, Harriet and Finlee. Brother of Dolly and the late Albert, Clifford, Billy and Donald. He will be very sadly missed by all who knew and loved him Funeral Service will be held on Friday April 21st , 2.00 p.m. at Ty Hedd Funeral home, Mynydd Garnllwyd Rd, SA6 7QG Committal at Swansea Crematorium 3.00 p.m. Anyone unable to attend the main service is welcome to join the family at the crematorium. There will be a live online broadcast of the committal viewable with this link https://watch.obitus.com Username: raco8005 Password: 428032 Family flowers only please and donations if so desired in memory of Ray may be given to the British Heart Foundation, reg. charity Number 225971 in lieu of flowers at his funeral Graham Sullivan Funeral Directors, Ty Hedd Funeral Home, Mynydd Garnllwyd Road, Morriston, Swansea. SA6 7QG Tel: 01792 775262
Shirley Josephine HOLE (nee Lynch)
(nee Lynch) Peacefully at Neath Port Talbot Hospital on Saturday 1st April 2023 surrounded by her loving family. Shirley devoted wife of the late Alan, much loved mother of Gregory, Simon, Nicole, Andrew and Nigel. Dear mother-in-law of Jan, Cheryl, Bob, Kathryn and Christina. Cherished grandmother of Ryan, Amy, Tom, Lucy, Jason, Ben, Vicky, Danny, Shirley, Patrick, Lauren, Tassy, Sam, Dylan, Alice, Millie and Oliver, beloved great-grandmother to 18. Shirley will be sadly missed by family and friends. Requiem Mass on Friday 14th April 10.45am at St Benedicts Catholic Church, Sketty followed by interment 12.15pm at Oystermouth Cemetery. Thank you to all the staff at Morriston Hospital and Neath Port Talbot Hospital for their care and dedication to Shirley and to all those who cared for her at home in the last 12 months. St James Funeral Home, 31 St James Gardens, Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT. Tel: 01792 643840.
Roy HOPKIN
Peacefully on Friday 31st March at Morriston Hospital, Roy, of Lon Catwg, Gellinudd. Devoted husband of the late Rosemary, much loved father and father-in-law to Philip, Siân and Paul. Cherished grandfather to Gavin, Kayleigh, Kieran and James. Funeral service taking place at Margam Crematorium at 12:00 on Thursday 20th April. Family flowers only please; donations in lieu supporting Alzheimer's Society Cymru are welcomed, via: https://roy-hopkin.muchloved.com, or by cheque made to the charity, c/o C. Meirion Hopkin & Son, 96 High Street, Clydach, Swansea SA6 5LN.
Gillian Mary JONES
Suddenly on 23rd March at Cilymaenllwyd Home. Gill, formerly of Belgrave Road, Gorseinon. Devoted wife of the late D. M. Jones. Loving mother of Nic and Ian and mother-in-law of Matthew and Samantha. Much loved Grandma of Aidan and Rowan and step-grandma of Westley. Funeral on Monday, 17th April 2023. Service at St. David's Church, Penllergaer at 11.45am followed by cremation at Llanelli Crematorium at 1.00 pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Gill may be made to the Alzheimer's Society c/o Anthony Inkin & Paul Deans Family Funeral Directors Kilby Court, Loughor, Swansea SA4 6RQ Tel: 01792 897710
Alan Michael JONES
Sadly on Saturday 11th March 2023 at Morriston Hospital, Alan. Beloved partner of Jan, much loved dad of Gareth, Tracey and Melanie, father to Michael and Sarah, and adored pop of Charlie, Ruby and Kari. Alan will be greatly missed by all his family and many friends. Funeral service Tuesday 18th April at Swansea Crematorium 2pm. Family flowers only please. Enquiries c/o St James Funeral Home 31 St James Gardens, Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT Tel 01792643840
Jeanette Ann JONES
Peacefully on Wednesday 29th March at Morriston Hospital, Jeanette of Waun Penlan, Pontardawe. Devoted wife and best friend of John, adored and loving mother of Glyndwr and the late Colin, much loved sister of Russell, dear sister-in-law of Jean, Maureen and Bob, cherished granny of Joshua, Jessica and Tomos, loving great-granny of Skylar. The funeral will be held on Friday 14th April 2023. Service at Swansea Crematorium at 12pm. Family flowers only please. Donations if so desired in memory of Jeanette may be given to British Heart Foundation. Further enquiries to Roger Castle & Daughter Funeral Directors. Telephone: 01639 843231.
John Barry (Barry) MILSOM
(Barry) Formerly of Southville Garage and Trinity House. Barry's life ended before we were ready. The time he spent in our lives was memorable, full of joy, love, strength and dignity who bravely fought a relative short illness and older age. Importantly, Barry, still had his voice and wishes heard and respected until his brave passing with no pain or medication. As his family, we want to honor him with a ceremony to commemorate his life at Ty Hedd Funeral home on Monday 17th April at 3.15 pm. Barry Married his best friend and love Kath on 14th November 1959. Was a committed, loving father, father-in-law, bampa and a great-bampa. A loved brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Loved the Sea. The most important charities to Barry were the RNIB who offers support to blind and partially sighted individuals and the RNLI that saves lives at sea. As a memorable final farewell and instead of flowers if you wish to consider making a small donation to the RNIB or RNLI instead, we would be eternally grateful in his memory. Graham J. Sullivan Funeral Directors Ty-Hedd Funeral Home Mynydd Garnllwydd Road Swansea SA6 7QG
Dr Stephen Robert PRITCHARD (Former G.P. Ty'r Felin Surgery, Gorseinon)
(Former G.P. Ty'r Felin Surgery, Gorseinon) Sadly on 22nd March after a long illness, at his home with his wife by his side. Stephen, loved and adored husband of Ann. Much loved father of Huw, David and Andrew. Cherished step-father of Jon and Paul and father-in-law to Alison, Lesley and Hannah. Proud Grandfather of Maddie, Lucy, Harry and Finn. Dear brother of Sharon. Funeral on Friday, 14th April 2023. Service at Swansea Crematorium at 12.30 pm. No flowers please. Donations in memory of Stephen may be made to Blood Cancer UK via: www.inkinanddeans.co.uk or sent to Anthony Inkin & Paul Deans Family Funeral Directors. Kilby Court, Loughor, Swansea SA4 6RQ Tel: 01792 897710
Shirley May PRYCE
Sadly, on 24th March 2023, Shirley of Clasemont Road, Morriston, passed away at Gorseinon Hospital aged 93 years. Devoted wife of David Elfed, beloved mother of Helen, loving mother in law of John, and adored nana of Vicky and Tom. Shirley will be deeply missed by all who knew her and loved her. Funeral service to be held on Tuesday 18th April, 2pm at Ty - Hedd Funeral Home. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Shirley, if so desired, to the Alzheimer's Society www.alzheimers.org.uk or by post to Alzheimer's Society, Scott Lodge, Scott Road, Plymouth, PL2 3DU. Graham J. Sullivan Funeral Directors Ty-Hedd Funeral Home Mynydd Garnllwydd Road Swansea SA6 7QG
Leslie Vivian (Les) ROBERTS
(Les) Peacefully on 21st March at Morriston Hospital aged 90 years. Les of Trem-y-Mor, Llanmorlais, formerly of Gowerton and Loughor. Devoted husband of Pat. Loving father of Sian and Ian and father-in-law of John. Cherished Grandpa of Megan, Ailsa, Jonny, Libby and Alice. Funeral on Thursday, 13th April 2023. Service at Llanelli Crematorium at 1.00 pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Les may be made to the Richard Weiser Parkinson's Centre c/o Anthony Inkin & Paul Deans Family Funeral Directors. 3 Belle Vue, Penclawdd, Swansea SA4 3YE Tel: 01792 851451
Beryl (Auntie) RUSSELL (nee Harris)
(nee Harris) (Ex Tick Tock) Peacefully on Thursday 30th March, 2023 at her home, Beryl of 37 Tan-y-Darren, Cilmaengwyn. Loving Auntie to all her nieces and nephews. Beryl will be sadly missed by all her relatives and many friends. Funeral Wednesday 19th April, 2023. Service at her home at 1.30pm followed by service and cremation at Swansea Crematorium at 2.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations if so desired to Cystic Fibrosis Unit, Llandough Hospital c/o Mr Colin Mattick, 25 Gnoll Road, Godrergraig SA9 2PA. Further enquiries to Wynford Thomas & Son, Ystalyfera Funeralcare , Tel: 01639 842422.
Ann SHORT
Peacefully on 22nd March at Gorseinon Hospital. Ann of Frampton Road, Gorseinon. Devoted wife of the late Chris. Loving mother of Andrea and Stephen and mother-in-law of Lianne. Much loved Nanny of Jacob and Jayden. Dear sister of Huw. Funeral on Monday, 17th April 2023. Service at Swansea Crematorium at 10.30 am. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Ann may be made to Dementia UK or West Ward Gorseinon Hospital c/o Anthony Inkin & Paul Deans Family Funeral Directors. Kilby Court, Loughor, Swansea SA4 6RQ Tel: 01792 897710
Terence David (Tito) SMITH
(Tito) Quietly on Tuesday 21st March 2023, Terry, loving husband to Isobel, devoted father to Kevin and Cheryl, father-in-law of Lisa and Vivian, bampa Tit of Robert, Jamie, Jordan, Connor and the late Neil, great-bampa Tit of Mia, Tilly, Finley and Jesse, brother to Veronica, Irene, Kathleen and the late David, a brother-in-law who will be greatly missed. Funeral service Llanelli Crematorium, Friday 14th April, 10.00am. Donations in lieu of flowers, if so wished, for the British Heart Foundation or Dementia UK. Clive Harris Independent Funeral Directors, 84 Sterry Road, Gowerton, Swansea, SA4 3BW. Tel: 01792 879516.
Ernest James SMITH
Peacefully on Wednesday 22nd March 2023 at his home, Ernie, much loved husband of the late Joyce, loving dad of Susan, Shan and Tina, respected father-in-law of Russell, Steve and Mark, beloved bampa (Buddah) of all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, loved brother of all his sisters, brother, sisters-in-law and brother-in-law. Ernie will be sadly missed by all his family and many friends. Funeral Tuesday 18th April when a service will be held at St Joseph's Cathedral, Greenhill, 11.00am followed by interment at Morriston Cemetery (Section V), 12.15pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to Children in Need c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors, 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH. Tel (01792) 650205.
Barbara Jean VALLACK
Founder of Kiddies' Korner Peacefully at home on 29th March 2023. Beloved wife of the late Les, darling mother of Julie and proud grandmother to Adam. Much loved sister-in-law to Ann and Bob and a dear aunt to Angela and Andrew. Jean will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. Funeral service at Llanelli Crematorium on Tuesday 18th April at 1pm. Family flowers only please, but donations in lieu if desired may be sent to Swansea Community Palliative Care Response Team (please make any cheques payable to SPICE) West Hub, Civic Centre, Swansea, SA1 3SN Further enquiries c/o William Pressdee Funeralcare Tel. 01792 366513
Beryl WILLIAMS (Née Richards)
(Née Richards) Passed away peacefully at Morriston Hospital aged 99 years. Much loved wife of the late Alwyn, dear mother of Kathryn and Menna, mother-in-law of Steve, proud granny of Katrina and Rosie. Funeral service to be held at Sketty Community Church, Tycoch on Wednesday 19th April at 12.30pm following a private cremation. Family flowers only, donations if so desired to Asthma UK c/o St James Funeral Home, 31 St James Gardens, Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT. Tel: 01792 643840.
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