These are all the loved ones remembered in funeral notices and family announcements in Swansea made between October 22 and October 28. 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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Anthony Matthew ALLAGOSTA
Suddenly on 8th October 2022 at his home Anthony, adored son of Caroline and Tony, loved step son of Colin, cherished brother of Nicola, Andrew, Steven and step brother of Angela, Julia, Vincent and Jackie. Darling grandson of Shelia and the late Len, Barbara and Giovani, dear uncle and cousin, Anthony will be greatly missed by all his family and best mates including his cat puss who he loved dearly. Funeral Monday 7th November for a service at Swansea Crematorium 11am, something light blue to be worn. Immediate family flowers only by request but donations may be made in memory of Anthony directly to British Heart Foundation, 234 Oxford Street, Swansea, SA1 3BL or PDSA, 20 Viking way, Winch Wen, Swansea, SA1 7DA. May you rest in peace, from your darling mother Caroline x Enquires to Fforest Funeralcare, Swansea 01792 581938
Alan Sidney BEVAN
(1923 - 2022) Sadly passed away on Thursday 13th October at Morriston Hospital Swansea. Cherished husband of Sue, adored grandfather of the late Estella. Dear Uncle of Jane and many nieces, nephews and great nieces and great nephews. Alan will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by family and many friends. Funeral service will take place at Llanelli Crematorium on Wednesday 2nd November at 1pm. No flowers please, but donations if desired for Woodland Trust or RSPB may be sent to (Cheques only please) James Cowley, Cowley Family Funerals, Crossways, Burry Green, Reynoldston, Swansea, SA3 1HR The service will be streamed in the King Arthur Hotel Avalon room at 1pm for those not able to attend the crematorium, where all are welcome after the service to celebrate Alan's life.
Cristina Janet BROWN
Crissie Suddenly & Peacefully on Thursday 6th Crissie, of HomeGower House, Swansea. Loving Mum of Max, and Julia who live in Australia and in the Netherlands respectively. Sister of Robert who lives in France. In more recent times an adored companion of Stephen and good friend of his sister Janet. Crissie will be greatly missed by her friends for her gentleness, kindness and patience. Friends please kindly gather at Swansea Crematorium Tuesday 1st November at 2:00pm where we will pay our respects to Crissie. All are welcome back to HomeGower House following the service to share memories of Crissie. Flowers are welcome or donations if so desired directly to the British Red Cross in memory of Crissie
Cyril CREAMER
(Ex Employee at Swansea City Council & Freight Line Crymlyn Burrows) Sadly passed away on 19th October at Morriston Hospital, Cyril of Cefn Road, Bonymaen. Much loved husband to Deirdre, loving father to Mark and father-in-law to Mol, cherished grampa to Beca. Cyril will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service will be held at Swansea Crematorium on Monday 7th November at 12 noon. Family flowers only please but donations if so desired in memory of Cyril may be made to: Dementia UK 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 Paul DAVIES
Bronco Bandit Former IMI Suddenly on 9th October at Morriston Hospital, Ray, devoted husband of Maureen, much loved father of Jeanette and Dorian, loved and respected father in law of Steve and Liz, cherished Bampi of Jessica, Caitlin, Ben and Millie. Ray will be sadly missed by all his family and many friends. The funeral will take place Thursday 27th October at St David’s Church, Penllergaer at 2pm, followed by an interment in the churchyard. Family flowers only please, donations if so desired may be made to ITU Morriston Hospital directly in Ray's name. The family would kindly request that something yellow is worn to the funeral to remember Ray. Further enquiries to Gorseinon Funeral Care 01792891160
Peter John EVANS
Peacefully on 17th October 2022 at Morriston Hospital. Peter, of Bryn Street, Brynhyfryd, Swansea, beloved husband of the late Ann, dearly loved father of Julie and Catherine, loving Grampa of Ben, Joe, Callum, Taylor and Chelsea, much loved brother of Ann. Funeral service on Friday 28th October at Llanelli Crematorium at 9.00am. Family flowers only please, donations may be made to Cancer Research Wales c/o Mr Craig Perfect, Gareth A. Jenkins Independent Funeral Directors of Baglan Funeral Home, 115 Pentwyn Baglan Road, Baglan, Port Talbot, SA12 8EB, Tel. 01639 790333.
Tom Ellis FRANCIS
Yn dawel yn ei gartref ar ddydd Mawrth, Hydref 18, Tom Ellis o Tynywaun, Gwynfe brawd annwyl Myfanwy a'i chymar Lewis, Dai a Joan, a'r diweddar John, Elizabeth a Iorweth, wncwl hawddgar, llawn hiwmor Ann, Sian a Michael, Huw, Sion a Amwen, Rhys a Lucy, John a Angharad, a'u teuluoedd fe weli'r ei eisiau yn fawr. Angladd breifat ddydd Mercher Hydref 26, yng Nghapel Y Maen, Gwynfe. Ymholiadau pellach i D Wynne Evans a'i Feibion, Gwynan, 101 Heol Penygroes, Blaenau. Rhydaman, SA18 3BZ 01269/850405.
Esther HAENEY
Passed away on 14th October 2022 surrounded by her family, Esther. Beloved wife of the late David, cherished mother of Kevin and daughter in law Nicola, precious Nana to Christina and Joe, Jenny and Tom. "Esther will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her." Funeral Tuesday 8th November, service at Swansea Crematorium 12.30pm. No flowers by request. Enquiries to D.G.Attwell Funeral Directors Tel. 01792 650205. "Promoted To Glory."
John Jeffery HARRY
(West Glamorgan County Council & City and County of Swansea) Suddenly, on Saturday October 8th, John, of Cilonnen Road, Three Crosses, passed away aged 72. Cherished husband of Libby, adored father of Andrew and Richard, much loved father-in-law to Emma and Keri, treasured Ampa to Ethan, Jacob and Mya, dear brother to David and brother-in-law to late Mary, David, Marion, Gordon, Brian and Denise. John will be loved and missed by all who knew him. Funeral service to take place 12pm on Wednesday 26th October at Capel y Crwys, Three Crosses. Family flowers only but donations in memory of John, if so desired, may be made to Maggies Swansea (Cheques only please) c/o James Cowley, Cowley Family Funerals, Crossways, Burry Green, Swansea, SA3 1HR"
Carleton Mansfield HOBBS
(Hobbsy) Peacefully on 11 October 2022, at Ty Olwen. Beloved Husband of Moira, much loved Father to Lewys and Marc, Father-in-law to Hayley and Gemma, cherished Babo/Gramps to Aimee, Josh and Riley. Carl will be very sadly missed, by all his family and friends. Funeral Service to be held at Ty-Hedd Funeral Home on Wednesday, 2nd November 2022 at 11.00 am. You are warmly invited back to Swansea.com Stadium for refreshments following the service. Family Flowers only please. Donations if so desired to be made to Ty Olwen c/o. Graham Sullivan Funeral Directors Ty-Hedd Funeral Home Mynydd Garnllwyd Road Morriston, Swansea SA6 7QG Tel: 01792 77 5262
Geraint LEWIS
Geraint Lewis ex South Wales Police. Following the passing of Geraint on 21st September whilst on holiday in Crete, Bronwen and Andrea would like to invite all who knew Geraint to celebrate his life at a memorial service to be held at St Catherine's Church, Gorseinon, on Thursday 3rd November at 12pm, followed by Refreshments at Loughor RFC Donations in lieu of flowers to aeddonate.org.uk (placing Defibrillator in your Community)
James MAXWELL
(Former Captain Brynamman RFC) Peacefully on Friday October 14th 2022 at Singleton Hospital, Max of 4 Cwrt-y-Gloch, Lower Cwmtwrch and formerly from Brynamman and Ynyswen. Beloved husband of Delphine, devoted father and father in law of Jayne and Jason, Stephen, Gareth and Sarah, cherished grandfather of Damian, Sophie, Daniel and Jamie and great grandfather of Eden. Brother of the late Sadie and Avril, brother in law of Avril, Joe, Geoff, John and Leighton. Funeral Monday October 31st 2022, leaving his home at 1.10pm for service and cremation at Swansea Crematorium at 2.00pm. Family flowers only, donations in lieu of flowers if so desired to Diabetes UK c/o the family. Family also requests if you could please wear something green. Further enquiries to Wynford Thomas & Son Ystalyfera Funeralcare, 61 Commercial Street, Ystalyfera, Swansea, SA9 2HU.
Sonya MORRIS
(née Rosser) Former Swansea City Councillor for Uplands Ward Peacefully on 18th October 2022 at Morriston Hospital, Sonya Morris (née Rosser), loving wife of Paul Morris and mother to Alison, only child of the late John and Edna Rosser, formerly of Castle Road, Norton. Funeral to be held at All Saints Church, Oystermouth, Mumbles on Friday 4th November at 10.30am followed by interment at Oystermouth Cemetery. Family flowers only please but donations if desired in Sonya's memory to 'Kidney Research UK' Nene Hall, Peterborough Business Park, Lynch Wood, Peterborough PE2 6FZ Further enquiries c/o William Pressdee Funeralcare Tel. 01792 366513
Gwenyth Audrey MUGFORD
(Nee Vaughan) Formerly of Morganite, Morriston. Audrey aged 84, passed away peacefully at home after a long illness courageously borne, on Sunday 16th October surrounded by her family. Devoted wife of 62 years to Keith and beloved mother to Carl. A loving mother-in-law and a cherished nannie to her grand and great grandchildren. Audrey was a dearly loved auntie and great auntie to her nieces and nephews, and a great friend to many. She will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved her. Funeral to take place at 2:00 pm on Tuesday 1st November at Ty Hedd Funeral Home. Family flowers only, donations can be made in lieu to: L.L.M.F. C/O Lynda Bray of Ward 11 Haematology Singleton Hospital Swansea, Lymphoma Leukaemia Myeloma Fund (Wales) through the South Wales Evening Post website. Enquiries to: Graham J. Sullivan Funeral Directors, Ty-Hedd Funeral Home, Mynydd Garnllwyd Road, Morriston, Swansea, SA6 7QG Tel 01792 775262.
Elizabeth Meinir PEARCE
(née Adlam) Bu farw'n dawel ar 15 Hydref 2022. Mam gariadus a Mam-gu ffyddlon. Gwasanaeth claddu ddydd Iau, 3 Tachwedd 2022 yng Nghapel y Bedyddwyr Ainon, Heol Las, Gellifedw, Abertawe SA7 9DS am 10:30am ac yna gwasanaeth diolchgarwch yng Nghapel y Bedyddwyr Salem, Salem Lane, Pentre'r Eglwys, Pontypridd CF38 1PT am 1:00pm. Blodau'r teulu yn unig. Croesewir rhoddion ar gyfer Tŷ Hafan neu Ambiwlans Awyr Cymru ar-lein yn: www.elizabethmeinirpearce.muchloved.com neu drwy law'r Trefnydd Angladdau.
Passed away peacefully on the 15th October 2022. A much-loved Mam and devoted Mamgu. Committal service Thursday 3rd November 2022 at Ainon Welsh Baptist Chapel, Heol-Las, Birchgrove, Swansea SA7 9DS at 10:30am followed by a thanksgiving service at Salem Baptist Chapel, Salem Lane, Church Village, Pontypridd CF38 1PT at 1:00pm Family flowers only please. Donations would be welcomed for Ty Hafan or Wales Air Ambulance online at www.elizabethmeinirpearce.muchloved.com or via the Funeral Director. Ymholiadau i Parkman Funeral Home, 2 Waunrhydd Road, Tonyrefail, Porth CF39 8EN 01443 552101
Anne Maureen PHILLIPS
(née Sheehan) Peacefully on 15th October 2022 at the Old Vicarage Nursing Home, Sketty. Anne, 92, of Murton and formerly West Cross. Beloved wife of the late Ted, cherished mother of Cheryl, much loved Nana to Gemma, Rhiana and their partners, and treasured great grandmother. Anne will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Special thanks to all the wonderful staff at the Old Vicarage who cared for her so well over the past six years. Funeral service on Monday November 7th at Swansea Crematorium at 11.30am. Family flowers only, but donations, should you so wish, to Alzheimer's Society Cymru, 1st Floor S4C, Parc Ty Glas, Llanishen, Cardiff, CF14 5DU - Cheques should be made payable to Alzheimer's Society Cymru Further enquires c/o William Pressdee Funeralcare Tel. 01792 366513
Dyson REES
Peacefully on the 17th October 2022 at Hengoed Court Care Home, Dyson of Brithwen Road, Waunarlwydd. Dearly loved brother of Peggy and the late Betty, Nancy and Emily, brother in law of the late Sydney and Les, beloved uncle of Michael, Jan, Jean and Bernard and great uncle of Geraint, Rhodri, Rosa and Samantha and their children Cai, Macsen, Molly and Steffan, devoted partner for many years of Jill. Dyson was a stalwart of Gowerton Cricket Club, for whom he kept match scores for fifty years. Dyson will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered by all his family and friends. Funeral service will take place at Swansea Crematorium on Friday 4th November 2022 at 12.30pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu of flowers if so desired to Ty Hafan Childrens Hospice c/o D.G.Attwell Funeral Directors, 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea, SA5 9JH Tel: 01792 650205. The family wish to record their thanks to the staff at Hengoed Court for their unstinting care of Dyson to the very end.
Margaret Diane SHEPHERD
(Ex. DVLA) (Mags) Sadly on 15th October 2022 at Morriston Hospital. Margaret aged 84 years of Blackpill. Beloved partner of the late Alan. Margaret will be missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Monday 31st October 2022 when a service will be held at Swansea Crematorium at 11:30am. No flowers by request but donations can be made in Margaret's memory to "Cats Protection" via funeral-notices.co.uk or cheques may be presented to Lee Davies of Phillip G. Davies & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors 2, Waunarlwydd Road Cockett, Swansea. SA2 0GB. Tel: (01792) 581924. As it will be a celebration of Margaret's vibrant life, the family would love you to wear an accessory in a bright colour.
Miles THOMAS
Miles Thomas of Langland, died peacefully at his home on Tuesday the 18th October 2022 surrounded by his loving family. Miles was a devoted husband to Grace, loving father to Nick, Owain and Rhys, and dearest Grandfather to Isabella, Jack, Florence and Olive. The funeral service will take place on 3rd November, with the service at St Peters Church, Newton at 11am, prior to a private family burial at Oystermouth Cemetery, Woodland Section. Family flowers only please, but donations in lieu if desired may be sent to Maggies Swansea, Singleton Hospital, Sketty Lane, Swansea, SA2 8QA. Further enquiries c/o William Pressdee Funeralcare Tel. 01792 366513
William Derek TURNER
Peacefully on Tuesday 18th October 2022 at Morriston Hospital after a short illness, Derek, loving son of the late Daisy and stepfather Tom, much loved brother of Yvonne, Bernard, Jeffrey, Michael and the late Neville and Jennifer, dearly loved brother-in-law of Alan, Pat, Jean, Lynda, Barry and the late Phyllis, also cherished uncle of all his nieces and nephews. Derek will be sadly missed by all his loving family and many friends. Funeral service to be held on Tuesday 1st November 2022 11:00am at Swansea Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if so desired to R.N.L.I. Mumbles c/o St James Funeral Home, 31 St James Gardens, Uplands, Swansea, SA1 6DT, Tel - 01792643840
Romana Annette VEALE
(née Palmeri) Peacefully at her home on Monday 17th October 2022, Romana, beloved wife of the late Tony, devoted mam of Stuart & Leanne, much loved mother-in-law of Michael, adored nana of Liam, Jake & Cai, great-nana of Ariya & Tommy, and a dear sister and auntie. Romana will be sadly missed by all her family and close friends who knew and loved her. Funeral service Thursday 3rd November, Swansea Crematorium at 11am, family flowers only donations in lieu if desired, may be sent directly to Macmillan Cancer Support 89 Albert Embankment, London, SE1 7UQ Further enquiries to Rees Davies & Son Funeralcare 01792 456976
Mair WILLIAMS
Peacefully on October 17th 2022 at Morriston Hospital, Mair. Beloved wife of Denzil, much loved mother of Alison, Stuart and Nicola, loving mamgu of Rhys, Simon, Rebecca, Gwenllian, Neris and Llinos, loved great-mamgu of Darcy-Mae. Funeral Monday 31st October 12.30pm, service at Swansea Crematorium. No flowers by request, donations in lieu if so desired to Wales Air Ambulance c/o Gareth Sims : Sims and Jones Independent Funeral Directors, 240 Jersey Road, Bonymaen, Swansea, SA1 7DL. Tel: 01792 700501.
John Alfred WILLIAMS
(Ex Swansea City Council Housing Department) Suddenly on Sunday 16th October 2022 at his home on Neath Road, Plasmarl, surrounded by his loving family, John, devoted husband of Valerie, much loved father of Sian and Karen, respected father-in-law of David and Martin, cherished grandad of Jordan and Callum. John will be sadly missed by all his family and many friends Funeral Tuesday 1st November, Service and Interment at Oystermouth Cemetery (New Section) 1.45pm. Black attire optional. Following the service the family would like to invite all friends to join them for light refreshments at the Coopers Arms, Neath Road, Plasmarl. Flowers please to D G Attwell Funeral Directors 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd Swansea, SA5 9JH. Tel: 01792 650205.
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