These are all the loved ones remembered in funeral notices and family announcements across Swansea made between April 2 and April 7. 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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Patricia HACCHE
(formerly of the Civil Service) Peacefully passed away on Monday 28th March at her home with her family. Beloved wife of the late Derek, devoted mother of Anne, Francis, Michael, Terry, Martin, Teresa, Patrick, David and the late Carole and their families, much loved sister of Sheila and the late Kathleen, Betty and Tessie. To be received into the Holy Cross Catholic Church, Gendros on Monday 11th April at 4.30pm. Requiem Mass Tuesday 12th April at the Holy Cross Church 10.30am followed by interment at Kingsbridge Cemetery 12.15pm. Family flowers only please donations if so desired to Save the Children c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH. Requiescat in Pace
Stuart Nigel VINE
Sadly on Sunday 27th March 2022 at Morriston Hospital with his family at his side age 66, Stuart's golden heart stopped beating. Loving son of the late Dinah and Ted, beloved brother of Kay and brother-in-law of Gary, adored dad of Craig, loved grandad of Ella and Rowan, father of Emma, special nephew of all his aunties and uncles and a wonderful cousin. Stuart will be missed by all his family and many friends. A special thank you to Ward F, Morriston Hospital. TAKEN WAY TO SOON Funeral service will be held at Margam Crematorium on Thursday 14th April at 9am. Family flowers only please but donations in memory of Stuart may be made payable to: British Lung Foundation (COPD) or Stroke Association Wales 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
Gordon HAM
(1933 - 2022) Peacefully passed away on 23rd March at his home in Llansamlet. Gordon, beloved husband of Barbara, much loved father of Jillian, Michael, Sandra, David and the late Paul, loving grandfather and great grandfather and a dear brother. Funeral service will be held at Swansea Crematorium on Wednesday 13th April at 11:30am. Family flowers only please but donations in memory of Gordon may be made to: Cancer Research UK 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
Florence Marian NURSE
(nee Ley) Peacefully on Saturday 26th March at her home, Marian, aged 82 years of Seahaven Hotel, Oystermouth Road, Swansea. Beloved wife to Mel. Loving and devoted Mam of Nicola, Andrew and Mandy, cherished Grandmother and Great Grandmother to all her Grandchildren. Much loved Sister to Betty and the late Mary, Ernest and Rosemary. Funeral Thursday 14th April when a service will be held at Christchurch, Oystermouth Road at 1:45pm, followed by a cremation at Swansea Crematorium at 3.00pm No flowers by family request but donations in lieu, if so desired may be made payable and sent directly to Marie Curie. Further enquiries to Swansea Funeralcare. Tel: 01792 654369.
Jillian Grace REES
(Nee Palfreyman) Peacefully on Friday 25th March 2022 at Ty Olwen, Jill loving wife and soul mate of Andrew, cherished mother of Katherine and Amanda, dear daughter of Dorothy and the late Derek, beloved sister and auntie. Jill will be dearly missed by all her family and many friends who knew and loved her. Funeral Thursday 14th April when a service will be held at Swansea Crematorium 11:30am. immediate family flowers only by request but donations in lieu of flowers may be made directly to Ty Olwen C/O Paul Murray (Vice Chairman) 4 Pen Y fro Close, Dunvant , Swansea, SA2 7TT. In memory of Jill. Please wear a splash of colour all enquires to Rees Davies & Son Funeralcare 01792 456976
Kenneth William WILLIAMS
(Del) Peacefully on Sunday 20th March in the care of Morriston Hospital, Ken of Caldicot Rd, Bonymaen, Cherished partner of 30 years to Linda, loving father to John Paul and Louisa, special bampa to his grandchildren and great granddaughter. Loyal brother to Lorraine and the late Graham. Ken will be so very much missed by all his family and many friends. Funeral service to be held at Swansea Crematorium on Tuesday 19th April 2022 at 14:30pm. Further enquiries c/o Morriston Funeralcare 01792 798257
Freda Agnes BAKER
Peacefully on 24th March at Castle Graig Nursing Home. Beloved wife of the late Walt, much loved mother of Simon and Lisa, treasured mother-in-law to Heather and Mark and devoted grandmother to Matthew, Lucy and Amy. She will be sadly missed by all of her family and friends Funeral service to be held at Swansea Crematorium on Wednesday 13th April at 12.30. You are warmly invited back to The Welcome Inn for refreshments following the service. Family flowers only please. Dark colours for service. Donations if so desired can be made online or directly to Dementia UK. Graham J Sullivan Funeral Director Ty-Hedd Funeral Home, Mynydd Garnllwyd Road, Morriston, Swansea, SA6 7QG Tel 01792 775262
Vyvyan Clifford JONES
On Friday 25th March, Vyvyan, dearly loved husband of Julie for 63 years. Beloved father of Michael, Susan and Richard, loving grandpa of David and Alex, adoring great-grandpa of Nerys. Dear Vyv to Georgina and Laszlo. A private family service will take place at Oystermouth Woodland Cemetery. Further enquiries c/o Swansea Funeralcare 01792 654369
David John JONES
(Retired HGV Driver) Aged 88 Years David passed away peacefully at his home and surrounded by the love of his family following an illness courageously fought and endured with dignity. David is reunited with his beloved wife Beryl, David is lovingly remembered and respected by his children Alyson, Keith and Fiona and their partners Pat and Brian, David leaves cherished memories for his grandchildren Robert, Michelle and Claire and their partners Amanda, Steve and Jamie, fun and laughter of times shared for his great grandchildren Niamh, Izzy, Tom, Ava, Thea, Tate and Orson with Grampa/Bampa Will aka "Lord Whitehorn". David will be missed and fondly remembered by all who knew him. A service will be held at Gwyn Jones Chapel of Rest, Trallwn Road, Llansamlet on Tuesday 12th April at 1:15pm followed by interment at Morriston Cemetery (section AAA) at 2:15pm. Family flowers only please but donations in memory of David may be made to: Marie Curie Cancer Care via funeral-notices.co.uk or by cheque/cash to: Gwyn Jones Funeral Director 118 Trallwn Road Llansamlet Swansea SA7 9UU Tel 01792 771066 / 07483125296
Patricia Ann LAWRENCE
Peacefully on 25th March 2022 at Morriston Hospital, Patricia, loving mum of Mark and Andrew. Proud nana to all her grandchildren. Requiem Mass at the Holy Cross Church, Gendros Wednesday 13th April at 2pm, followed by interment at Morriston Cemetery, 3.15pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if so desired to the Samaritans c/o St James Funeral Home 31 St James Gardens Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT Tel: 01792 643840
Derek GREEN
(Ex Velindre Works) Peacefully on 26th March 2022 at his home. Derek of Grove Road, Clydach. Devoted partner of Sylvia, beloved brother of David and sister-in-law Christine and loyal friend of all who knew him. Funeral on Friday 8th April 2022. Friends, please meet at Swansea Crematorium at 10.30pm. Donations in lieu of flowers, if so desired to Ty Garngoch c/o Funeral Directors Brian E. Duggan and Sons, 36 Heol Y Nant, Clydach, Swansea, SA6 5HB Tel: 01792 843373
William Gareth PHILPOTT
Suddenly but peacefully, on Monday 21st March 2022, surrounded by his loving family, Gareth aged 85 years sadly passed away. Devoted Husband of Maureen A role model to his Son Darren A very proud 'Grampa' of Ben, Bradley, Jade and Olly. Gareth will be sadly missed by all his family and many friends. Funeral Service on Thursday April 7th 2022 Public Service at Morriston Crematorium, Swansea at 2pm. Family flowers only please but Donations in Gareth's memory to 'Veterans' Foundation' c/o Funeral Director Shane Griffiths Willow Brook Family Funeral Directors 38, Lady Street, Kidwelly SA17 4UD. 01554 890900
Alexander Redvers George ALLEN
(Alex) (Formerly of the Sandfields, First Cymru) Suddenly on the 24th March 2022 at Morriston Hospital with his loving family by his side, his golden heart stopped beating. Son of the late Florence and Stanley, cherished and devoted husband of Eileen, adored dad of Beverly, Alex, Debra, Paula and Anthony, respected father-in-law and friend, loving grandpa of all his grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great grandchild, loving brother of Ruth, Kathleen and his late brothers and sisters, uncle to his nieces and nephews. Special dad to Tess. Alex will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. You have left a big hole in our hearts that'll never mend. Funeral Thursday 7th April where a service will be held at Christchurch, Oystermouth Road at 11:00am followed by Interment at Morriston Cemetery (new section) at 12:15pm. Flowers if so desired may be forwarded to Lee Davies of Phillip G. Davies & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors Cockett. Tel: (01792) 581924. Following the service the family warmly welcome you back to 'The Old Bond Street Club' for refreshments.
Elizabeth Jean REES
(Jean) With deepest sadness, we announce the passing of Jean on Saturday 26th March at her home at Cillibion Farm. Jean, beloved wife of the late Brian, wonderful mother to Kathryn, Edward, Sian and the late John and Morgan, a treasured grandmother to Elizabeth; Anthony and Lewys; Lee; Alison, Bethan, Megan and William; Elaine, Tom and Nansi and great grandmother to Joseph, Isabel and Phoebe. A special Mam to John, Lucy, Patrick, Sandra, Nicola, Denise, Lyndon and Michelle. Jean will be sorely missed by all her family and friends. Jean's funeral service will take place on Wednesday 6th April 2022 at 1pm at St Gwynor's Church, Llanyrnewydd, Penclawdd, followed by interment at the churchyard. Cowley Family Funerals, Crossways, Burry Green, Swansea, SA3 1HR 07890363829
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