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Dorothy Mary ACE (Nee Mill)
(Nee Mill) Dorothy of Southgate, Gower, Daughter of the late Pharmacist Walter Alexander Mill passed away peacefully at Ty Olwen, aged 87. Devoted Wife of the late John, cherished Mother of Julie, Mark and Nigel and adoring Grandmother. Funeral Service on Wednesday 21st June at St Mary's Church, Pennard, 2pm. Followed by Burial in Pennard Community Burial Ground. Family flowers only please, donations if so desired in memory of Dorothy may be made to Ty Olwen c/o St James Funeral Home, 31 St James Gardens, Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT. Tel: 01792 643840.
Barry ASPLAND
Peacefully on Wednesday 7th June 2023 at home after a courageous fight and surrounded by his loving family, Barry of Gwilym Road, Cwmllynfell, beloved husband and best friend of Pam, loving and cherished dad to Tina and the late Wynford, Mandy, Paul, John, Lisa and Lorna. An adored grandfather to Lowri, Nathan, Charlotte, Adam and Josh and a great-grandfather. Barry was a much loved brother and uncle and will be sadly missed by all his friends. The funeral service will take place on Friday 16th June 2023 at Swansea Crematorium at 9.30am. Family flowers only, donations if so desired can be made in Barry's memory to Marie Curie c/o Paul Morgan, 30 New Road, Cwmllynfell, Swansea, SA9 2YY.
William (Billy) BICKFORD
(Billy) Peacefully on Friday 2nd June 2023 at Morriston Hospital. Billy, beloved husband of Linda, much loved dad of Dawn, Lisa, Kara and Darren, adored bampi of Brooke, Alex, Isobel, Nathan, Daisy and Danny. Loved brother of Gina, Margaret and the late Pat and father-in-law of Chris and Kevin. Billy will be greatly missed by all his family and many friends. Funeral Tuesday 20th June at Swansea Crematorium, 2.30pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to Maggie's Cancer Care c/o St James Funeral Home, 31 St James Gardens, Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT. Tel: 01792 643840. Please wear a splash of colour.
John Hugh CLEMENT
Peacefully passed away at home, with his family by his side on Saturday 3rd June. Devoted husband of the late Julia, beloved father of Helen and son in law of Darren and treasured grandfather of Olivia, Madeleine, Imogen and Arabella. The funeral will take place on Saturday 17th June 2023 where a service will be held at St David's Church, Penllergaer at 11am followed by interment at the churchyard. Further enquiries to Lee Davies of Phillip G. Davies & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors Cockett. Tel: (01792) 581924.
Frank (Peter) COWLEY
Peacefully passed away at his home in Cockett on 31st May, Frank aged 93 years. Devoted husband of Peggy, loving father of Robert, a much loved grampa of all his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Funeral Monday 19th June 11.30am service at Swansea Crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations if so desired to the Alzheimer's Society c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH. Tel (01792) 650205.
Ken (Ken Interlink) DAVIES
(Ken Interlink) Peacefully on Friday May 19th at Morriston Hospital Ken formerly of Grovesend. Beloved husband of Vireen, loving father of Jane and the late David, father in law of Robert and Donna, a much loved grampa of Jacob, Caleb, Joshua and Samuel. Funeral will be held at Llangyfelach Parish Church on Tuesday 20th June at 10.30am followed by cremation at Swansea Crematorium, 11.30am. Family flowers only, donations in memory of Ken may be made to Ty Olwen c/o Anthony Inkin and Paul Deans Funeral Directors Kilby Court, Loughor, SA4 6RQ Tel 01792 897710
Maureen EDWARDS
Peacefully on 1st June 2023 at April Court Care Home. Edith, much loved sister of the late Pat, Louvane and Beryl, dear sister-in-law of Ron, cherished Aunty and Great-Aunty to all her nieces and nephews. Maureen will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Funeral Thursday 15th June 2023 where a service will be held at Swansea crematorium at 2:00pm. Further enquiries to Lee Davies of Phillip G. Davies & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors Cockett. Tel: (01792) 581924.
Haydn David GILBERT
Peacefully, on Friday 26th May, Haydn passed away at Morriston Hospital, aged 67 years. Devoted husband of Pauline, loving dad of Helen, Gareth, Tracey, Jason and Chris and a cherished grampa to his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Haydn will be greatly missed by all of his family and friends. The funeral service will take place on Friday 16th June at Swansea Crematorium at 12pm. Family flowers only by request, donations in memory of Haydn, if so desired, can be made to 'Asthma and Lung UK' via funeral-notices.co.uk or cheques payable to the charity to David Monk-Roberts, Funeral Director, Phillip G. Davies & Son, Independent Family Funeral Directors, Cockett. SA2 OGB. Tel: (01792) 581924.
Edwin Glyn (Dampguard) HARRIES (Glyn)
(Glyn) (Dampguard) Sadly passed away on Friday 19th May 2023 aged 67 years. Glyn of Dynevor Road, Skewen. Dearly loved partner and soulmate of the late Barbara, cherished dad of Joanne and her family. Beloved brother of Anne, Heulwen and Michael, brother-in-law of John and Sian. Much loved uncle and great-uncle to all his nieces and nephews. Glyn will be greatly missed by all his loving family and many friends. Funeral service at Margam Crematorium on Friday 16th June at 2:30pm. No flowers by request, however donations in memory of Glyn gratefully received for Ty Olwen c/o Les Davies Independent Funeral Directors, Neath Funeral Home, Main Road, Cadoxton, Neath, SA10 8AP. Tel 01639 642945 . Black attire not essential. Please dress casually with a splash of camouflage in memory of Glyn.
William Clifford (Billy) HORRIGAN
(Billy) Peacefully on Monday 29th May 2023 at Morriston Hospital, Billy, much loved husband of the late Ann, loving dad of Tony, Rodney, Tracy, Sian, Helen and Leanne. A loved grandfather of all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, beloved brother of his brothers and sister. Billy will be sadly missed by all his family and many friends. Funeral Monday 19th June when a service will be held at Swansea Crematorium, 3.30pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if so desired to A&E Department, Morriston Hospital c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors, 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH. Tel (01792) 650205.
Clive Andrew HOWELLS
Clive sadly passed away, peacefully on 5th June in ITU Morriston Hospital. Beloved and darling husband of Chris. Much loved dad of Lauren, and son-in-law Simon. Proud and loving bampa, to Morgan and Iolo. Loved and best son-in-law in the world to Mags. Dear brother of Muriel, Russell, Moira, Elvie, Leighton and the late Cynthia. Funeral service to be held on Monday 26th June 2023, at Swansea Crematorium 11:00am. Family flowers only please. Donations if so desired to go directly to British Heart Foundation. Graham J Sullivan Funeral Directors Ty-Hedd Funeral Home, Mynydd Garnllwyd Road, Swansea, SA6 7QG.
Gwyneth JOHN (NEE HALFPENNY)
Peacefully on 8th June at Morriston Hospital in her 98th year, Gwyneth of Lime Street, Gorseinon. Wife of the late Glyn. Much loved mother of Wyn and the late Vivienne. Devoted Mam of Leanne and Amanda and Mamgu of Teigan, Maia, Noah and Isla. Funeral on Tuesday 20th June, 2023. Service and interment at Kingsbridge Cemetery at 2.15pm. Donations in memory of Gwyneth may be made to the British Lung Foundation c/o Anthony Inkin & Paul Deans Family Funeral Directors. Kilby Court, Loughor, Swansea SA4 6RQ Tel: 01792 897710
Helen JONES
Suddenly on 29/05/2023. Daughter of Basil. Much loved mother of Amy and Amanda. Grandmother to Indie. Sister to Adrian and Linda, and devoted Aunty. She will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. Funeral service to be held at Ty Hedd on 21/06/2023 at 10am followed by a committal at Kingsbridge cemetery. You are warmly invited back to Penllergaer sports and social Club for refreshments after the service Family flowers only please. Graham J Sullivan Funeral Directors Ty-Hedd Funeral Home, Mynydd Garnllwyd Road, Swansea, SA6 7QG.
Dorothy JONES
Peacefully passed away on 30th May at her home in Birchgrove. Beloved wife of the late Gareth, cherished mother to Kathryn, dearly loved mother-in-law to Gary, loving gran to Jenny, Robert and their partners Scott and Anna, and great granddaughter Rosie, dearest sister to Margaret and the late Nancy and Brenda. Dorothy will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service will be held at Swansea Crematorium on Wednesday 21st June at 12:30pm. Family flowers only please. All enquiries to Gwyn Jones Funeral Director, 118 Trallwn Road, Llansamlet, Swansea. SA7 9UU Tel: 01792 771066 / 07483125296
David John (Lloyd's Television Services) LLOYD
(Lloyd's Television Services) Royal Naval Veteran of WW2 Sadly, but peacefully at home. Beloved and cherished husband of Jayne. Much loved Dad of Brian and partner Susan. Caring step-dad of Samantha and Vanessa. Special brother of the late Ron and sister-in-law Sylvia. Dear brother-in-law of Sally and the late Ian. Simply adored Bampi of his grandchildren. Rhian, Idris, Jodhi and fiancé John, Megan, Rhys and Sean. Father figure to Ena and lifelong friend of Ken. David will be sadly missed by all his family, friends and neighbours. Sincere thanks to all the staff at Brynhyfryd Medical Centre. Funeral Service Monday June 19th, 2023 Ty-Hedd Funeral Home, 1.45 p.m. followed by Committal at Swansea Crematorium 3.00 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations, if so desired, to The Royal British Legion (Please forward directly to charity) Graham Sullivan Funeral Directors Ty-Hedd Funeral Home, Mynydd Garnllwyd Road, Morriston, Swansea SA6 7QG 01792 775262
Richard Wakefield MORRIS
Richard sadly passed away on Tuesday 23rd May 2023, following a stroke aged 86 years. Beloved husband of Pat, devoted father to Joanne and Annabel and sister and brother to Christine and Rhydian. Resting at Green Willow Funeral Directors until the service to be held on Tuesday 20th June at All Saints Church, Penarth at 12:30, Barry Crematorium at 2:00pm. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to Gardening with Disabilities Trust via www.greenwillowfunerals.com/tributes-and-donations/. Any enquiries to Green Willow Funerals, Eclipse House, Coronation Road, Birchgrove 02920524200
Jeffrey POPLE
Passed away suddenly in Cyprus on 16 May 2023, Jeff, of Llansamlet, formerly of Weston-Super-Mare. Jeff will be sadly missed by his wife Siân, his children Emily and Callum, daughter-in-law Jinxuan and brothers Trevor and Delwyn. Remembered also as a dear brother-in-law, uncle and son-in-law. Funeral service taking place at Llanelli Crematorium at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday 14th June. Family flowers only please; donations in lieu welcomed, supporting MS Society. Donate via https://jeff-pople.muchloved.com, or by cheque made to the charity c/o C. Meirion Hopkin & Son, 96 High Street, Clydach, Swansea. Tel: 01792 844513.
Iris Elizabeth Ann PRICE
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Iris on 2nd June, of Gorwydd Road, Gowerton. Iris was the loving wife of the late Owen, adored and cherished mother of Gareth and Sally, dear mother-in-law to Andrew, treasured Nan to Megan, Lloyd & James and dearly loved sister to the late Glenys. Funeral Thursday 15th June at 4.00pm at Llanelli Crematorium. Family flowers only, donations in lieu if so desired for the Alzheimer's Society via funeral-notices.co.uk or cheques may be sent to David Hitchings & Sons Independent Funeral Directors, 34 Frampton Rd, Gorseinon, Swansea. SA4 4XY. Tel 01792 897323. "Forever in our hearts"
David Royden PURCHASE
Peacefully on 1st June 2023 at Morriston Hospital, David of Llys Y Coed, Loughor (formerly of Llys Gwyn Terrace, Pontarddulais) beloved husband of Anita, dearly loved father of Huw, John and Ellis, dear father in law to Beverley, Gillian and Sian, much loved Dadcu of Nia and Sam, Rhys and Elin, Harri, Libby, Tom, Sam and Gemma, Cerys and Jamie, Stephanie and Ian, Nadine and all his great grandchildren. Funeral service at Llanelli Crematorium on Wednesday 14th June at 3.00pm. No flowers by request, donations in lieu if so desired for the British Heart Foundation may be sent to David Hitchings & Sons Independent Funeral Directors, 34 Frampton Rd, Gorseinon, Swansea. SA4 4XY. Tel 01792 897323.
Margaret RICHARDS
Aged 91 Lately of Bonllwyn, Ammanford, passed peacefully away at home on 28.05.2023. Widow of the late Osie, she will be sadly missed by her son, Alan, daughter-in-law Gretchen and grandchildren Oliver, Ben and Hannah. A private ceremony is to be held for family only at Llanelli Crematorium. Donations if so desired to be made payable to Marie Curie c/o Graham J Sullivan, Ty Hedd Funeral Home, Morriston, Swansea. SA6 7QG Tel: 01792 775262
Christopher SERVELLO (Chris)
Chris Suddenly aged 39 years on 28th May 2023 at his home, Christopher. Devoted partner of Sarah, loving Dad of Joseph, precious son of Jayne and Tony, dear brother of Tim and Jonathan, also a much loved brother in law of Laura, special grandson, nephew to all his aunties and uncles, friend to all who knew him. Funeral Tuesday 20th June service at Swansea Crematorium Chapel 1.15pm followed by interment at Morriston Cemetery (New Section) 1.45pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if so desired, may be made to either The Brain Tumour Charity or Macmillan Cancer Support c/o D.G.Attwell Funeral Directors, 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH Tel. 01792 650205
Martin STEEL
Tragically on 20th May 2023, Martin, beloved son of Diane and the late Anthony, loving father of Natasha and Surrie. Adoring bampa of Charlie-Moon and Leeco-Moon, amazing nephew of Suzanne and Emlyn. He will be much missed by all his family, friends and neighbours. Funeral Service Monday 19th June 2023, 10.00 am at Swansea Crematorium. Family flowers only; donations in lieu to MIND c/o John Edwards Funeral Directors 5 Cwmbath Road, Morriston, Swansea SA6 7AH Tel:01792 771232
John Raymond STEPHENS (Ex Employee South Wales Evening Post)
(Ex Employee South Wales Evening Post) On Tuesday 30th May at Singleton Hospital, suddenly but peacefully John passed away after a short illness. Much loved husband to Pauline for over 60 years, devoted father to Andrew and Julie, father-in-law to Eddie, amazing bampi to Joseph, Bethan, Katrin, Rhys, Caitlin and Charlotte and baby Elsie and the late Samuel, much loved brother-in-law to Rita and the late Brian, Dudley and David, loving uncle to Paul, Christine, Donna, Katherine, Martyn, Christopher and Rebecca. Thank you to Chris and Sam for all the kindness shown to John, to all friends and neighbours for their many good wishes, cards and kind words, and to all of his many friends at the Deers Leap and The Grove Club. Funeral Tuesday 20th June, a service will be held at John's home at 11:15am followed by interment at Moriston Cemetery (new section) at 11:45am. Family flowers only please but donation if so desired in memory of John can be made to: The Special Care Baby Unit Singleton Hospital cash/cheque to Gwyn Jones Funeral Director 118 Trallwn Road Llansamlet Swansea SA7 9UU Tel: 01792 771066 / 07483125296
David Jozef SWOBODA
Tragically passed away on 17th May 2023, aged 24 years. Beloved son of Karol and Julie, devoted brother to Jo, Steve, Amanda and Kris, much loved uncle to Max, Jack and Willow, and loving grandson to David and Diana. Sorely missed by all his family, friends, and his four legged companion, Llew. Funeral service taking place on Thursday 15th June at Baran Chapel, Pontardawe SA8 4RT, at 2:30p.m. Donations in lieu of floral tributes in Jozef’s memory are welcomed, supporting The Jac Lewis Foundation. Donate via: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/jozef-swoboda, or by cheque to the charity, c/o C. Meirion Hopkin & Son, 96 High Street, Clydach, Swansea SA6 5LN.
Ellen Sylvia TAYLOR
Peacefully at home, on Friday 9th June and with her family by her side, Ellen passed away aged 59. Dear wife of Andrew, cherished mum to Amy and Rob, and mother in law to Ross and Paul, treasured grandmother to Felicity and Sam, a loving sister & sister in law, a special aunt to all her nieces and nephews. Ellen will be missed dearly by all who loved and knew her. Funeral service to be held 4pm on Thursday 22 June at Llanelli Crematorium. Family flowers only but donations in memory of Ellen, if so desired, may be made to Macmillan Cancer (cheques only please) C/O James Cowley, Cowley Family Funerals, Crossways, Burry Green, Gower Swansea, SA3 1HR
Brian WALSH
Sadly passed away on 28th May 2023 with his family beside him, Brian of Llwynon Road, Clydach. Beloved and adored husband of the late Mary, caring, devoted and deeply loved dad of Mark and Beverly, dear and loving father-in-law of Pat and Jeff, cherished and very proud gramps of Shaun, Lauren and partners Stacey and Liam, adored great grampa of Lucy, Niamh, Macsen and Logan, also a much loved uncle, cousin and friend. "Forever in our hearts" Funeral Tuesday 20th June 2023 service at St. Mary's Church, Clydach 2pm followed by interment at Coedgwilym Cemetery 2.45pm. Family flowers only. Donations if so desired to St. Mary's Church, Clydach (please make cheques payable to the Parish of Clydach) c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH Tel (01792) 650205. "He was a lovely man"
Susan Anita WARD
Sadly on Saturday 3rd June, Susan of Penderry Road, Penlan, passed away at Morriston Hospital following a short illness, aged 72. Beloved sister and sister-in-law. Treasured aunty to her nieces and nephews, Susan will be sadly missed by all of her family and friends. 'Forever in our hearts' Family flowers only. Donations if desired to British Heart Foundation. Please send directly to charity. Mourners to please wear a splash of red at Susan's request. Funeral Service Thursday 22nd June, 2023 Ty Hedd Funeral Home 10.45 a.m. followed by Interment at Morriston Cemetery 11.45 a.m. Graham J Sullivan, Ty Hedd Funeral Home, Mynydd Garnllwyd Road, Morriston, Swansea. SA6 7QG Tel: 01792 775262
Clive William WHITELOCK
Ex Ford's Swansea Sadly passed away on Tuesday 30th May 2023 at Tŷ Olwen aged 74 years. Clive of Stratton Way, Neath Abbey, originally from Aberavon. Beloved husband of Val, devoted dad of Joanne and Richard, and father-in-law of Alex and Mŷrwŷn. Adored Pop of Katie, Abbie, Efa and Gethin. Much loved brother, brother-in-law and uncle, Clive will be greatly missed by all his loving family and many friends. Funeral service at Margam Crematorium on Wednesday 21st June at 12 noon. Family flowers only please, however donations in memory of Clive gratefully received for Tŷ Olwen and/or Cancer Research UK c/o Les Davies Independent Funeral Directors Neath Funeral Home, Main Road, Cadoxton, Neath, SA10 8AP. Tel 01639 642945.
Brian WILLIAMS
Peacefully at home on 31st May 2023, Brian, beloved husband of Christine, loving father of Andrew and Julian, dear father-in-law to Victoria and Emma and a proud grandfather of David, Dylan, Gabriel and Max. Brian will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Special thanks to the carers from the West LTC Team from Swansea Council. Funeral service at Swansea Crematorium on Friday 16th June at 2pm. Family flowers only please, but donations in lieu if desired for Dementia UK may be made at gofund.me/c6d61ba0 Further enquiries c/o William Pressdee Funeralcare Tel. 01792 366513
Randall Powell WILLIAMS
Peacefully on Tuesday 30th May at his home, comforted by his loving family, Randall of Alltwen. Beloved husband and best friend of Rose, adored and loving dad of Heather, Catherine and Emily, doting Dadcu of Mari Leili and Cadi Rose, much respected father-in-law of Emyr, Ollie and Tom, caring brother, brother-in-law, uncle and friend. The funeral will be held on Wednesday 14th June 2023. Service at Margam Crematorium at 2:30pm. Family flowers only please. Donations if so desired in memory of Randall may be given to Parkinson's UK kindly received by Roger Castle & Daughter Funeral Directors 86 Commercial Street, Ystalyfera, Swansea, SA9 2HU Telephone: 01639 843231.
Jillian WILLIAMS (Jill)
(Jill) Peacefully at Hengoed Park Care Home on Monday 22nd May 2023, aged 81 years. Dearly loved daughter of the late Benjamin and Mildred Williams, dear cousin of Margaret, Christine and Wendy, devoted partner of the late Dyson Rees and loved member of his extended family. Jill will be sorely missed and lovingly remembered by all her family and friends. Funeral service will take place at Llanelli Crematorium on Tuesday 20th June at 2pm. Family flowers only, donations in lieu of flowers to Ty Olwen c/o D.G.Attwell Funeral Directors, 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea, SA5 9JH Tel: 01792 650205
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