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Here are a selection of notices published earlier this week.
Leslie Andrew (Les) ADAMS
(Les ) Peacefully on 12th December 2022 at home with his family by his side, Les devoted and loving husband of Gloria, loving brother of Rob, Rhondda, Don and Sean, loved brother-in-law of Jean and Gerald, dear uncle of all his nieces and nephews, Les will be deeply missed by all his family and friends who knew and loved him, also Kerry and Sean. Funeral Wednesday 28th December where a service will be held at Kingdom Hall Mirador Cres, Uplands 12:30pm prior to a cremation and service at Margam Crematorium 1:45pm. Family flowers only by request but donations in memory of Les if so desired may be made directly to Brain Tumour Research UK, PO Box 1627, Oxford, OX4 9NG. Enquiries to William Pressdee Funeralcare 01792 366513
Bernard COUGHLAN
(Formerly of Ford's Jersey Marine) It is with great sadness that we announce that Bernard passed away peacefully and with great dignity on 13th December 2022 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Bernard, the dearly loved husband to Valerie, adored and devoted father to Diane, Cheryl, Allison and Neil, a respected father-in-law to Rhys, Paul, Alan and Gaynor, cherished bampi to Hayley, Alex, Leigh, Ashley, Aimee, Shannon, Lewis, Matilda, Bonnie and a proud 'G Bamps' of Teegan, Joshua, Rhyah, Hollie, Esmae, Oakley and Stanley, a special brother to Joan and the late Mary, John and Jim and uncle to all his nieces and nephews. Funeral service will be held on Thursday 29th December 2022, 4.00pm at Llanelli Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Requiescat in Pace Further enquiries to Phillip G Davies & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors, Bethel Private Chapel of Rest, Waunarlwydd Road, Cockett SA2 0GB Tel: 01792 581924
Janice Mary DAVIES (Nee Bowen)
(Nee Bowen) Peacefully passed away on 7th December at Morriston Hospital. Janice of Rifleman's Row, Pentrechwyth, beloved wife of the late Gron, much loved mother to Lee and his partner Sarah, adored gran to Casper and Atticus, loving sister of the late Colin Bowen and Marlene Bennett. Janice will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service will be held at Swansea Crematorium on Wednesday 28th December at 11am. Family flowers only please but donations if so desired in memory of Janice may be made to: Asthma UK and British Lung 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
Eunice Ceridwen DAVIES
Peacefully, at Park House Court, Tenby on Friday 9th December 2022 Mrs. Eunice Ceridwen Davies aged 91 years of Mayfield Acres, Kilgetty and formerly of Penuwch Farm, St. Clears. Beloved mother of Angela and Andrew. Adored Nan of James and Sophie. Cherished Nanny Davies to Darcie, Sebastian, Henry, Oliver and Jack. The funeral service will be held on Friday 23rd December at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth at 11.30am. There will be family flowers only with donations, if so desired, for The Paul Sartori Foundation c/o E.C. Thomas & Son Funeral Directors, Zoar Chapel Funeral Home, Llanteg, Narberth SA67 8QH (01834) 831876 or via www.ecthomasandson.co.uk
Vera Esme DAVIES
Yn dawel ddydd Mercher, 14 Rhagfyr, 2022 yn Ysbyty Tywysog Philip, Llanelli. Bu farw Vera y Bryn yn 95 mlwydd oed. Priod hoff y diweddar Tom, mam dyner Esme, Geraint, Brenda, Enid, Alun a Linda a mam-yng-nghyfraith, mamgu, hen famgu a chwaer annwyl. Angladd ddydd Iau, 29 Rhagfyr, 2022. Gwasanaeth cyhoeddus yng Nghapel Twynllanan am 1 o'r gloch. Blodau'r teulu yn unig. Rhoddion, os dymunir, tuag at Trysorfa Mynwent Twynllanan, trwy law'r Cyfarwyddwyr Angladdau, IC a SM Davies, Tŷ Britannia, Llanymddyfri, SA20 0DD. Ffôn 01550 720636.
William 'Wil' DAVIES
Died peacefully, at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital on Tuesday, 6th December 2022. Wil of Beddau, formerly of Pontrhydyfen, who was the former news director of BBC Wales, S4C and later the TV director of Solo Television. Beloved husband of Jane. Dearly loved father of Daniel, Huw, and Jonathan. Loving Tad-cu of Tomos, Alice and Idris. Will be dearly missed by all that knew him. The Funeral will take place on Wednesday, 4th January 2023 at Glyntaff Crematorium at 12:00 noon. Family flowers only by request. Donations, in lieu of flowers, may be given to Jane for the chosen charity 'Velindre Fundraising' in Wil's name and memory.
Brian DENNIS
Sadly on Thursday 8th December at Morriston Hospital aged 82 years. Brian, of Main Road, Bryncoch, Neath. Much loved husband of Mary, loving father of Beverley and John, cherished Bampi of Bethany, Sarah and Mark and a dear brother to Margaret. Brian will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service at Margam Crematorium on Wednesday 28th December at 12.00pm. No flowers please. Donations in memory of Brian may be made to Ysgol Maes Y Coed Special School, Bryncoch, Neath c/o Les Davies Independent Funeral Directors, Neath Funeral Home, Main Road, Cadoxton, Neath, SA10 8AP. Tel 01639 642945
Peter Wynne EDWARDS (Wynne)
(Wynne) Ex Neath College & Ambassador Hotel, Neath. Suddenly at his home on Wednesday 7th December 2022, aged 65 years. Wynne of Daphne Road, Neath. Darling husband of Frances, only son of Hilary (Aberystwyth) and the late Margaret, devoted father of Leanne, Nadine and Ffion, proud Bampi to Kieran, Luca, Sophia, Kyla, Leo and Noah. Big brother of the late Jane and Helen, loving father-in-law, brother-in-law, cousin, uncle, and trusted friend and colleague. Wynne will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. Funeral service at Margam Crematorium on Friday 30th December at 1:45pm. No flowers by request, however donations in memory of Wynne gratefully received for Team Around the Family, a Neath children and family support initiative. Please make cheques payable to Neath Round Table c/o Les Davies Independent Funeral Directors Neath Funeral Home, Main Road, Cadoxton, Neath, SA10 8AP. Tel 01639 642945.
Charles Anthony John (Tony) EDWORTHY
Tony aged 78, died unexpectedly but peacefully at Morriston Hospital on 6th December 2022. Beloved husband of Lynne for 56 years. Loving father of Mark and Adrian. Much loved brother of Brenda. Much loved-brother-in-law of Sheila and uncle to Barry and Andrew. Tony will be greatly missed by all his loving family and friends, who are invited to meet at Llanelli Crematorium on Tuesday 3rd January, 2023 at 11:00am for service and committal. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Tony may be made to the British Heart Foundation c/o David Hitchings & Sons Funeral Directors, 34 Frampton Road, Gorseinon, Swansea, SA4 4XY
Beryl Francis EVANS
Glanrafon, Tal-y-bont Yn frawychus o sydyn ddydd Sadwrn, 3ydd Rhagfyr 2022 yn 72 oed. Gwraig ffyddlon Richie a mam gariadus Rhian a Dyfed. a EVANS Dyfed Wyn Glanrafon, Tal-y-bont Yn drasig ddydd Sul, 4ydd Rhagfyr 2022 yn 42 oed. Mab annwyl Richie a Beryl a brawd arbennig Rhian. Gwasanaeth cyhoeddus ar y cyd i'r ddau ddydd Mawrth, 20fed Rhagfyr 2022 am 2pm yn Amlosgfa Aberystwyth. Blodau'r teulu yn unig. Derbynnir rhoddion yn ddiolchgar er cof am Beryl a Dyfed os dymunir tuag at 'Sefydliad Prydeinig y Galon Cymru' a 'The DPJ Foundation' trwy law Selwyn Evans, D J Evans, Cyfarwyddwyr Angladdau, Kairali, Penrhyn-coch, Aberystwyth SY23 3EQ. Ffôn 01970 820249
Terence Warren David (Former Merchant Seaman, and laterly foreman of Swansea City Parks Department) EVANS
(Former Merchant Seaman, and laterly foreman of Swansea City Parks Department) Sadly but peacefully Terry passed away on 7th December 2022 at the family home, surrounded by his loving family. The doting husband to Monica and a cherished brother to the late Patricia. Loving father to Mark and Lynne, father-in-law to Jane and Harvey, loved bampa to Jamie, Daniel, Atlanta, Sam, Chole, Dalvir and great-grandfather to Ethan, Demi and Blake, great-uncle to Mary and Callum. Terry will be sadly missed by his family and many of his friends. Funeral Thursday 29th December 2022 when a service will be held at Bethel Private Chapel of Rest Waunarlwydd Road, Cockett at 11.30am prior to cremation at Swansea Crematorium at 12.30pm. Family flowers only, donations are most welcome in memory of Terry to the Alzheimer's Society c/o funeral-notices.co.uk or cheques to the funeral director. Tel: 01792 581924
William Bryan (Bronco)(Evans PE) EVANS
(Bronco)(Evans PE) Hunodd Bryan, yn wreiddiol o Bontarddulais, yn dawel ar ddydd Sul 4ydd o Ragfyr yn ei gartref yn Felindre. Gŵr annwyl Ann, tad ffyddlon Mark ac Andrew, tad yng nghyfraith barchus Marina, tad-cu cariadus Justin, Joanna, Benjamin, Charlotte, Laura a Craig, hen dad-cu tyner Ethan, Freya ac Albee, brawd hoffus Brenda, Marleen a'r diweddar Howard, brawd yng nghyfraith tryw Michael, Vince, Betsan, a'r diweddar Ian a Martin. Bryan was a former teacher at Manselton and Dynevor. Funeral on Friday 23rd December. Family service at Llanelli Crematorium at 11.00am followed by a public service at Nebo, Felindre at 12 noon. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to either British Heart Foundation or Cancer Research Wales will be kindly received by Hywel Griffiths & Son, Funeral Directors or through the Just Giving links: British Heart Foundation: www.justgiving.com/fundraising/Bryan-Evans-Heart Cancer Research Wales: www.justgiving.com/fundraising/Bryan-Evans-Cancer Capel y Bont, Oakfield Street, Pontarddulais
William Bryan (Bronco)(Evans PE) EVANS
(Bronco)(Evans PE) Hunodd Bryan, yn wreiddiol o Bontarddulais, yn dawel ar ddydd Sul 4ydd o Ragfyr yn ei gartref yn Felindre. Gŵr annwyl Ann, tad ffyddlon Mark ac Andrew, tad yng nghyfraith barchus Marina, tad-cu cariadus Justin, Joanna, Benjamin, Charlotte, Laura a Craig, hen dad-cu tyner Ethan, Freya ac Albee, brawd hoffus Brenda, Marleen a'r diweddar Howard, brawd yng nghyfraith tryw Michael, Vince, Betsan, a'r diweddar Ian a Martin. Bryan was a former teacher at Manselton and Dynevor. Funeral on Friday 23rd December. Family service at Llanelli Crematorium at 11.00am followed by a public service at Nebo, Felindre. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to either British Heart Foundation or Cancer Research Wales will be kindly received by Hywel Griffiths & Son, Funeral Directors or through the Just Giving links: British Heart Foundation: www.justgiving.com/fundraising/Bryan-Evans-Heart Cancer Research Wales: www.justgiving.com/fundraising/Bryan-Evans-Cancer Capel y Bont, Oakfield Street, Pontarddulais
Elaine FENDER
(nee Green) Sadly passed away on 8th December at her daughter’s home in Uplands. Loving mother of Julie and Melanie, much loved nanna of Spencer. Sincere thanks to staff at Morriston Hospital, the SPICE team and staff at Ty Waunarlwydd Care Home for all their care and support. A private family funeral service will be held. Any enquiries to D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH. Tel (01792) 650205
Betty HARRINGTON
Peacefully passed away on Tuesday 13th December at her home in Llansamlet surrounded by her family. Beloved wife of the late John, much loved mother to Trish, loving nana to Serai, Brandon, Codi and Theo and great nan to Tayla and Logan. Betty will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Service will be held at Swansea Crematorium on Thursday 29th December at 3:00pm. Family flowers only please but donations if so desired in memory of Betty can be made to: Ty Olwen 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 At the family's request please wear a splash of colour in your attire at the funeral service.
Alan Thompson Finlay HENDRY
Peacefully on Friday, December 9 at Prince Philip Hospital, Alan of Parc Emlyn, Penygroes. Beloved husband of Meryl, much loved father of Ross and Melinda. Resting at the private chapel of Wyn Bishop, until the funeral on Friday, December 23, family service at this home at 12.10p.m., public service at Llanelli Crematorium at 1.00p.m. Family flowers only, donations in lieu if so desired to Macmillan Cancer Care can be forwarded directly, or sent to Wyn Bishop, Waunddewi, 43 Cross Hands Road, Gorslas, Llanelli, SA14 6RR.
Thomas Owen HESFORD
Peacefully on Sunday, December 18th, 2022, Owen of Min y Dre, Newcastle Emlyn. Beloved husband of the late Barbara, loving father of Dawn and the late Mark, respected father in law of Carl, much loved grandfather of Craig and Donna, Daryl and Caryl, cherished grandpa of Tyra, Roman, Corey, Tomi and Megan. He will be greatly missed by family, friends and all who knew him. Public funeral service at Ebenezer Chapel, Newcastle Emlyn on Friday 30th December at 11.00am followed by a private interment at Gelli Cemetery. Family flowers only please donations in lieu to Meddygfa Emlyn Surgery, received by Hywel Bowen of D. L. Davies Funeral Directors, Llysgwyddon, Newcastle Emlyn, SA38 9RA. Tel. 01239 710495.
Cyril George Maurice HUGHES
Past leader Pembrokeshire County Council Past Chair Tasker Milward Governing Body Past Chair Perrot's Trust Past President Haverfordwest Rotary Club Merlin Motor Company Peacefully at Park House Court Nursing Home, Tenby on the 13th December 2022, aged 88. Beloved husband of Sylvia, loving father of Richard and Susan and father-in-law to Penny, proud grandfather to Emily and Grace, great grandfather to Naomi and cherished brother to Hilary. Funeral Service Monday 9th January 2023 at 1.00pm at St Martins Church, Haverfordwest followed by cremation at 2.30pm at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth. Family flowers only but donations in lieu if desired to Paul Sartori Foundation c/o Hilary Hitchings, 66 New Road, Hook, Nr Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire. SA62 4LH All enquiries to Roy Folland & Son Funeral Directors 01437 763821
David Jonathan ISAAC
Suddenly but peacefully passed away at his home in Manselton on the 9th December with his family. Dearly loved son of Michael and Diane, much loved brother of Claire and her husband Michael. David will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral Thursday 29th December private family interment followed by a service of thanksgiving at Swansea Crematorium Chapel at 1.15pm Family flowers only Donations if so desired to the National Autistic Society c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH. Tel (01792) 650205
Stuart Eric JAMES
Stuart sadly passed away at his home in Staines-Upon-Thames on 29th November 2022. Beloved son of Beth and the late Eric, loving brother of Alison, and devoted uncle of Jessica and Lewis. Funeral service taking place at Swansea Crematorium at 2:30 p.m. on Thursday 22nd December. Family flowers only please; donations in lieu welcomed, supporting Battersea Dogs and Cats Home, or RNLI. Donate via: https://stuart-james.muchloved.com, or by cheque made to either charity c/o C. Meirion Hopkin & Son, 96 High Street, Clydach, Swansea SA6 5LN. For assistance: Tel: 01792 844513.
Joyce Ivora JENKINS
Passed away on Friday 9th December at Singleton Hospital. Beloved wife of Derrick. Loving mother of David and Julie and mother in law of Stephen. Much loved Nana of David, Sian and Andrew and Great Nana of Amelie and Elijah. Funeral on Thursday 22nd December, 2022. Service at Bethel Evangelical Church, Gorseinon at 1.15pm followed by interment at Kingsbridge Cemetery at 2.15 pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Joyce may be made to the British Heart Foundation c/o Anthony Inkin & Paul Deans Family Funeral Directors. Kilby Court, Loughor, Swansea SA4 6RQ Tel: 01792 897710
Peter JOHN (Former Postman)
(Former Postman) It is with great sadness, that in Singleton Hospital on Wednesday 7th December 2022, Peter passed away aged 88 years. Much loved and devoted father to Kevin, Stephen, Leigh and Nicky, adored and very loved Grandfather, Great Grandfather and father-in-law. Forever in our hearts. Funeral service will take place at Ty-Hedd Funeral Home on Thursday 22nd December 2022, 10:00 am, followed by cremation at Swansea Crematorium, 11:00 am. Family flowers only, but donations if so desired to Dementia UK c/o: Graham J. Sullivan Funeral Directors or 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.
William Hopkin Alexander (Alec) JOHN
(Alec) Peacefully on Saturday 10th December at Neath Port Talbot Hospital, Alec of Brecon Rd, Pontardawe. Devoted husband of the late Hetty, loving father of Phillip and Esther, dearly loved father-in-law of Sian, cherished grandfather of Daniel, Sâra and Llywelyn, a much-loved grandfather-in-law of Lucy and Dafydd. The funeral will be held on Wednesday 21st December. Service at Swansea Crematorium at 3:30pm. Family flowers only. Donations if so desired in memory of Alec may be given to Pontardawe Food Bank kindly received by Roger Castle & Daughter Independent Funeral Directors, 86 Commercial St, Ystalyfera, Swansea. SA9 2HU. Tel: 01639843231.
Beryl JONES
Peacefully on Friday 9th December surrounded by her loving family at her home, Beryl of Minyrafon, Ystalyfera. Devoted wife of the late Cerwyn, adored and loving mother of Anne, Michael, David, Alan and Shirley, much loved mother-in-law of Michael, Kathryn, Denise, Alyson and Paul, loving Mam Beryl of all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Beryl will be greatly missed by all her loving family and many friends. The funeral will be held on Thursday 22nd December. Service at Calfaria Chapel, Ystradgynlais at 11am followed by service and interment at Alltygrug Cemetery, Ystalyfera at 11:45am. Further enquiries to Roger Castle & Daughter Funeral Directors Tel: 01639 843231
Tersesa JONES (nee Donovan)
(nee Donovan) Peacefully on Sunday 4th December 2022, at Llys Y Seren, Care Home. Beloved wife of the late Brinley, much loved mother of Angela, Geraldine, Denise, Terence and Peter, cherished nan, great nan and great great nan also a dear sister of Pat and brother in law Gwyn and her late brothers and sisters. Teresa will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Friday 30th December, please meet at St Theresa's Church for Requiem Mass at 11.45am followed by interment at Margam Cemetery at 1pm. Flowers and enquiries to Port Talbot & Margam Funeralcare Inc Condon Funeral Service 50 Margam Road, Margam, Port Talbot, SA13 2BN, 01639 883688
Alun JONES
Yn dawel ar ddydd Llun 12fed Rhagfyr, 2022 tra yng ngofal tyner ei deulu ar ei aelwyd yn Cae Coch, Drefach, Llanelli, hunodd Alun, yn 86 mlwydd oed (Post-Feistr a Pherchennog Siop, Blaencelyn, Llangrannog gynt). Priod addfwyn a chefnogol Bethan, tad gofalus ac annwyl Judith a'i phriod Tony, Janet a'i phriod Nick, tadcu balch Iestyn, brawd tyner Ann, Carol a'r diweddar Ceinwen, brawd-yng-nghyfraith arbennig John a Jane, a'r diweddar Eddie a Ricey, perthynas, cyfaill a chymwynaswr didwyll. Gwasanaeth Angladdol Cyhoeddus yn Amlosgfa Parc Gwyn, Arberth dydd Iau 22ain Rhagfyr, 2022 am 1.45 o'r gloch. Plethdorch y teulu yn unig, ymholiadau pellach i'r Ymgymerwr Angladdau, Maldwyn Lewis, Ffôn (01239) 851005. ******** Jones Alun Peacefully on Monday 12th December, 2022 whilst in the tender care of his family at his home in Cae Coch, Drefach, Llanelli, Alun passed away aged 86 years (former Postmaster and Shop Proprietor at Blaencelyn, Llangrannog). Gentle and supportive husband of Bethan, dear and kind father of Judith and her husband Tony, Janet and her husband Nick, proud grandfather of Iestyn, treasured brother of Ann, Carol and the late Ceinwen, tender brother-in-law of John and Jane, the late Eddie and Ricey, a sincere relative, friend and benefactor. Funeral Service at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth on Thursday 22nd December, 2022 at 1.45p.m. Family floral tribute only, further inquiries to Maldwyn Lewis, Funeral Director, Afallon, Penrhiw-pâl, Rhydlewis, Llandysul, Ceredigion, SA44 5QH. (01239) 851 005. www.lewisfunerals.co.uk
Cyril Anthony JONES
Peacefully on 9th December at Morriston Hospital. Cyril of Hendy Row, Penclawdd. Loving husband of the late Cheryl. Much loved father of Sara and Spencer and father in law of Dawn. Cherished Grandad of Carwyn, Daniel and Megan. Funeral on Monday, 19th December 2022. Service and interment at Parc Hendy Cemetery, Penclawdd (Bottom Entrance) at 3.00 pm. Family flowers only please. All enquiries to Anthony Inkin & Paul Deans Family Funeral Directors. Kilby Court, Loughor, Swansea SA4 6RQ Tel: 01792 897710
Alan Lloyd (Alan Bach) JONES
(Alan Bach ) Sadly on Saturday 3rd December at Morriston Hospital, Alan of Pontarddulais. Much loved husband of Pam, devoted father of Bethan, Ian and Martin, dear father-in-law of Martin, Rhoda and Sharon, cherished Dats of Matthew, Rosie-May, William, Fintan, Grace and Milo, loving great grandfather of Ellie-May, Elis and Nylah, caring brother of Ann and brother in law of Geoff. Funeral on Thursday 22nd December. Service at Llanelli Crematorium at 4.00pm. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to be collected to the Gallimore Cancer Research Laboratory, Cardiff University (cheques to be made payable to Cardiff University) will be kindly received by Hywel Griffiths & Son, Funeral Directors, or through the Just Giving link: www.justgiving.com/fundraising/Alan-Lloyd-Cardiff Capel Y Bont, Oakfield Steet, Pontarddulais. SA4 8LN. Tel: (01792) 885626
Susan JONES
Suddenly passed away at her home on Tuesday 6th December 2022, Susan of Druids Oak, Quedgeley, Gloucester (formerly of Pontyates). Beloved wife of Gary, loving mother Lee, Kelly, Sarah and Andrew, proud grandmother of Lexi, cherished daughter of Aloma and the late David, respected mother-in-law of Jon and dear sister of Keith and Kay. She will be sadly missed by all family and friends. Public funeral service at Bethel Chapel Pontyberem on Thursday 22nd December 2022 at 2pm followed by interment at St Mary's Cemetery Pontyates. Family flowers only. Donations if so desired to Save The Children c/o O.G. Harries Ltd, Funeral Directors, Bethel, Station Road, Pontyberem, Llanelli, SA15 5LF. (01269) 870350
Peter Laurence KOSTROMIN
After a long illness, Peter, loving husband of Sylvia sadly passed away on Monday 5th December 2022. Peter is the brother to the late Carl and son of the late Charlie and Marjorie. Peter will be greatly missed by all, especially his four children, Marjorie, Timothy, Paula and Pamela, along with his ten grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. The funeral service will be held at Morriston Crematorium at 12.30pm on Wednesday 28th December 2022. No flowers by request, donations in lieu please if desired to the Cats Protection League, c/o funeral-notices.co.uk Further enquiries to Phillip G Davies & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors, Cockett. Tel: 01792 581924
Phoebe Mair Ifonwy MATHIAS
Yn dawel yn Ysbyty Llwynhelyg ddydd Sadwrn 10fed Rhagfyr, hunodd Mair o Hendygwyn. Priod hoff y diweddar Roy, mam annwyl Wyn ac Enid, mam yng nghyfraith addfwyn Ifan a Siân, mamgu gariadus Guto, Tomos, Siôn a Lowri, chwaer, chwaer yng nghyfraith a modryb dyner. Gwasanaeth hollol breifat yn ôl ei dymuniad. Derbynnir rhoddion er cof os dymunir tuag at Meddygfa Taf, Hendygwyn, trwy law Dennis Jones Trefnwr Angladdau Maesawelon Efailwen SA66 7UX Ffôn 01994 419561
Winifred Norah (Norah) MORGANS
(Norah) Peacefully on 12th December at her home in Gabalfa, Cardiff, with her cherished family at her bedside. Aged 80 years. Beloved wife of John. Much loved Mum to Hugh, Dylan and Catherine. Devoted Mamgu to Tomos, Oli, Ifan and Bence. Loving sister to Doreen. Norah will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Resting in the care of Michael G Ryan Son and Daughters Ltd until the funeral on Thursday 29th December, 2022. Public service at Welsh Independent Chapel, Minny Street, Cardiff CF24 4ER at 11.30am Followed by cremation at Wenallt Chapel, Thornhill Crematorium, Cardiff CF14 9UA at 1.15pm Refreshments at Canolfan Beulah, Pantbach Rd, Rhiwbina, CF14 6AX Family flowers only. Donations if desired to Christian Aid c/o Michael J Ryan Son and Daughters Ltd or at the chapel service. All enquiries 02920 626101 * * * * * Yn dawel ar 12fed Rhagfyr yn ei chartref yn Gabalfa, Caerdydd gyda'i theulu hoff wrth ei gwely, yn 80 mlwydd oed. Gwraig annwyl John. Mam gariadus Hugh, Dylan a Catherine. Mamgu ymroddedig i Tomos, Oli, Ifan a Bence. Chwaer annwyl i Doreen. Colled enfawr i'r teulu a'r ffrindiau oll. Yn gorffwys o dan ofal Michael G Ryan Son and Daughters Ltd hyd y cynhelir yr angladd Dydd Iau 29ain Rhagfyr, 2022. Gwasanaeth cyhoeddus yn Eglwys Annibynnol Minny Street, Cathays, Caerdydd CF24 4ER am 11.30 y bore. Ac i ddilyn yng Nghapel Y Wenallt, Amlosgfa Thornhill, Caerdydd CF14 9UA am 1.15 y prynhawn Lluniaeth yng Nghanolfan Beulah, Heol Pantbach, Rhiwbina CF14 6AX Blodau gan y teulu yn unig. Derbynir rhoddion yn ddiolchgar, er cof am Norah, tuag at Cymorth Cristnogol d/o Michael J Ryan Son and Daughters Ltd neu yn ystod y gwasanaeth capel. Ymholiadau 02920 626101
David MORRIS
(of Llangennech, Llanelli) Peacefully on 11th December at home. Beloved husband of Wilma, much loved father of Paul and William, loving grandfather to Bethan and Rachel and great-grandfather to Liselotte and Reuben. Funeral service to be held at Llanelli Crematorium on Friday 6th January at 1pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if so desired, can be made directly to Marie Curie or Macmillan Cancer Support Graham Sullivan Funeral Directors Ty-Hedd Funeral Home Mynydd Garnllwyd Road Morriston, Swansea SA6 7QG Tel: 01792 77 5262
Lilian PAINE
Sadly on 10th December 2022 at her home. Lilian of Cae Mansel Road, Gowerton. Beloved wife of the late Don. Lilian will be missed by her sister Margaret, brother-in-law Neuryn and all her family and friends. Funeral Tuesday 20th December. Public service at Kingsbridge Cemetery at 3.15 pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu may be made to the Fire Fighters Charity and sent to Anthony Inkin & Paul Deans, Family Funeral Directors, Kilby Court, Loughor, Swansea, SA4 6RQ Tel 01792 897710.
Anne Bowen PARKER
Mrs Anne Parker of Elias Drive, Bryncoch passed away at home on Thursday 1st December 2022 following a brave battle with cancer, aged 86 years. A quiet family funeral took place on Thursday 15th December. Widow of the late Ken Parker, mother to Helen and Julian, mother-in-law to Richard and Gail, grandmother to Robert, Edward, George, Anna, Sian and Owen. She will be greatly missed. Donations in Anne's memory to Ty Olwen c/o Les Davies & Son Independent Funeral Directors, Neath Funeral Home, Main Road, Cadoxton, Neath, SA10 8AP. Tel 01639 642945.
June Vivienne PETHERBRIDGE
Peacefully on the 9th December at The Old Vicarage Nursing Home, Swansea, June formerly of Wimmerfield Crescent, Killay, beloved wife of the late Trevor, cherished mum of Elaine, Linda, Neil and Ian, much loved mother-in-law of Geoff, Ann and Michelle. June was adored by her 10 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. Funeral service to be held at St Hilary's Church on Wednesday 21st December 2022 at 2.00pm followed by an interment at Oystermouth Cemetery at 3:15pm. Family flowers only but donations in lieu, if so desired, to Dementia UK c/o St James Funeral Home, 31 St James Gardens, Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT. Tel: 01792 643840.
Audrey REES (Allen)
(Allen) Sadly passed away on the 16th of December at Morriston Hospital. Audrey beloved wife of the late Geraint, much loved mother of Eirwen and Haydn, and mother in law of Gordon and Clarice. Loving Grandmother of Geraint, Helen, Alison and Rachael, great nan to Mark and Tobias. Audrey will be greatly missed by her family and friends. As Audrey requested there will be a private family funeral.
Gwyn REES
Peacefully on 17th December 2022 at Morriston Hospital. Gwyn of Edison Crescent, Clydach and formerly of Glanwern, Felinfach and Lampeter. Beloved husband of the late Sheila, devoted father of Paul, loving father-in-law of Jan, adored grandfather and great grandfather, loved brother, dear brother-in-law and cherished uncle. Funeral on Friday 13th January 2023. Friends, please meet at Llanelli Crematorium at 12 noon. Family flowers only, donations in lieu of flowers, if so desired to Wales Air Ambulance c/o Funeral Directors Brian E. Duggan and Sons 36 Heol Y Nant, Clydach, Swansea, SA6 5HB Tel: 01792 843373
Joan (Nee Treharne) RICHARDS
Nee Treharne Sadly but peacefully on Sunday 4th December 2022 at Ty Olwen Hospice, Morriston surrounded by her loving family, Joan, passed away aged 86 years. Beloved wife and best friend of John, much loved mam of Gary and Jan and step mother to Julie and David. Dear mother-in-law of Tim, John and Wendy, devoted and cherished nannie of Daniel, Nathan, Nikki and loving great 'Nannie Joan' of Charlie and Roman. Special auntie to Vicky, Johnny and Lillie-Mae. Beloved sister to Allan and her late brothers and and sister. Joan will be truly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service to be held on Monday 19th December 2022 at 2.00pm, Morriston Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Following the funeral service refreshments will be held at the Fountain Inn, Morriston. Further enquiries to Phillip G Davies & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors, Bethel Private Chapel of Rest, Waunarlwydd Road, Cockett SA2 0GB Tel: 01792 581924
Emrys Gwynfil (Gwyn the Painter/Artex) RICHARDS
(Gwyn the Painter/Artex) Peacefully on Thursday, December 15th at his home with his family, Gwyn of Banc-y-Ddraenen, Capel Hendre. Beloved husband of Delyth, loving father of Alison, Sarah and Daniel, dear grandfather of Jessica Gwawr, Oliver and Saffron, father-in-law of Wyn and the late Jamie and best friend of Tills. Resting at the private chapel of Wyn Bishop, until the funeral on Thursday, December 22nd, public service at Llanelli Crematorium at 5.00p.m. Family flowers only, donations in lieu if so desired to Wales Air Ambulance c/o Nia Wyn Bishop, Waunddewi, 43 Cross Hands Road, Gorslas, Llanelli, SA14 6RR
Myra (Known as Myra Fach in Tick Tock) RICHARDS (Née Rees)
(Née Rees) (Known as Myra Fach in Tick Tock) Peacefully on Wednesday 7th December at Morriston Hospital, Myra of Llandeilo Road, Brynamman formerly of Heol y Gelynen, Brynamman and Gwyrddgoed, Alltycham, Pontardawe. Beloved wife of Eric, much loved mother of Carl and dear sister of the late Sybil and Joyce. Funeral on Friday 23rd December, service at Swansea Crematorium at 12.00 noon. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to either the British Heart Foundation or Diabetes UK and kindly received by Evan Rees and Hywel Griffiths, Funeral Directors, 98 Heol Cae Gurwen, Gwaun Cae Gurwen, Ammanford SA18 1PD.
Brian SHELTON
Sadly passed away on Wednesday 7th December 2022, Brian of St' Josephs Park, Port Talbot. Dearly loved partner of Mandy. Much loved father of Sue, Mike and Cheryl, father in law to Tony. Adored gramps to all his grandchildren and great grandchildren. A dear brother to Ken. Brian will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral Thursday 29th December, leaving his home 12.20pm for service at Margam crematorium 12.45pm. Flowers to his home or donations if desired in the memory of Brian to Ty Olwen. Further enquiries to Andrew Akins, Funeral Director of Cockwells Funeral Service, Port Talbot, Tel, 01639 884585.
Philip John (Phil) THOMAS
(Phil) Ex Morganite Phil of Brookfield, Neath Abbey, age 74 passed away peacefully on Wednesday 7th December 2022 at his home, surrounded by his loving family. Devoted husband of Pat, adored dad of James and Kate, and father-in-law of Stefanie and Mike. Doting grandpa of Gruffydd and Bobi. Phil will be greatly missed by all his loving family and many friends. Funeral service at Margam Crematorium on Friday 23rd December at 11:15am. No flowers by request, however donations in memory of Phil gratefully received for Maggie's Swansea c/o Les Davies Independent Funeral Directors, Neath Funeral Home, Main Road, Cadoxton, Neath, SA10 8AP. Tel 01639 642945. At Phil's request, no black ties at the funeral service.
Elizabeth Mary (Betty) THOMAS
(Betty) Peacefully on 8th December 2022 at Ysbyty Ystrad Fawr, Betty aged 93, of Ford Road, Fleur de Lis (former newsagent, Maesycwmmer). Beloved wife of the late Hugh, much loved mother of Rupert and the late Edward, mother-in law of Sally, doting grandmother to Ellie, Hannah, Jenny and Amy, and a loving great grandmother. Service at St. David's Church, Pengam at 2.30pm on Wednesday 28th December 2022 followed by short service at Sirhowy Valley Crematorium, Pontllanfraith at 3.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations if desired, to PHAB c/o Stanley J Nicholas Ltd, The Paddocks, Pengam, Blackwood NP12 3QZ (Tel: 01443-830328)
Valerie WEST (Val)
(Val) Passed away peacefully on Thursday 8th December 2022, aged 93 years. Val of Graig Newydd, Godrergraig. Devoted wife of the late William John, deeply loved mammy of Ros and Martin, and mother-in-law of Barry and Elizabeth. Adored grandmother of Sheridan and Jono, Rhydian and Katie, and the late Kirsten. Treasured great grandmother of Corey and Ethan, loved sister of Menerie and the late Peggy and Brian. A dear sister-in-law and aunty, Val will be greatly missed by all her loving family and friends. Funeral Service at Swansea Crematorium on Friday 23rd December at 10:30am. No flowers by request, however donations in memory of Val gratefully received for British Heart Foundation c/o Les Davies Independent Funeral Directors Neath Funeral Home, Main Road, Cadoxton, Neath, SA10 8AP. Tel 01639 642945.
Anne Maureen WILCOX
Peacefully on Saturday, 10th December 2022, in the tender care of the staff at Baglan Lodge Nursing Home, Baglan, Anne, formerly of John Street, Resolven. Beloved wife of the late John, devoted mother of Leighton, dear mother-in-law of Maria and loving grandmother of Alys. Anne will be sadly missed by her family and all who knew her. Funeral on Friday, 6th January 2023. Service at Margam Crematorium at 11.15am. Family flowers only, donations in lieu, if so desired to The Alzheimer's Society c/o Alun H. Lewis Independent Funeral Directors, Pentwyn, Pontneddfechan, Glynneath, SA11 5UE. Tel. (01639) 720245.
Mary Ann WILLIAMS (Nanda)
(Nanda) Yn dawel yng nghartref Gofal Hengoed Court ar 11 Rhagfyr, Mary Ann (Nanda), gynt o Cwmllynfell, gwraig cariadus y diweddar Hywel a mam gariadus y diweddar Stephen, a chwaer annwylaf Henry a Marlene a modryb tra chariadus ei nithoedd a'i neiaint. Angladd ddydd Iau, 22 Rhagfyr, yng Nhgapel Brynllynfell am 11:00 o'r gloch, ac wedyn ym Mynwent Cwmllynfell am 12:00 o'r gloch. Blodau'r teulu yn unig; rhoddion, os dymunir, i 'Prostate Cancer UK', trwy: https://nanda-williams.muchloved.com, neu drwy siec i'r elusen, t/l C. Meirion Hopkin & Son, 96 High Street, Clydach, Swansea SA6 5LN. * * * * * Peacefully on the 11th of December at Hengoed Court Nursing Home, Mary Ann (Nanda), formerly of Cwmllynfell, passed away. The beloved wife of the late Hywel, and devoted mother of the late Stephen, the loving sister of Henry and Marlene and loving aunt to her nieces and nephews. Funeral taking place at Brynllynfell Chapel at 11:00 on Thursday 22nd December, followed by interment at Cwmllynfell Cemetery at 12:00. Family flowers only; donations in lieu welcomed, supporting 'Prostate Cancer UK', via https://nanda-williams.muchloved.com, or by cheque to the charity, c/o C. Meirion Hopkin & Son, 96 High Street, Clydach, Swansea SA6 5LN.
Mary Ann WILLIAMS (Nanda)
(Nanda) Yn dawel yng nghartref Gofal Hengoed Court ar 11 Rhagfyr, Mary Ann (Nanda), gynt o Cwmllynfell, gwraig cariadus y diweddar Hywel a mam gariadus y diweddar Stephen, a chwaer annwylaf Henry a Marlene a modryb tra chariadus ei nithoedd a'i neiaint. Angladd ddydd Iau, 22 Rhagfyr, yng Nhgapel Brynllynfell am 11:00 o'r gloch, ac wedyn ym Mynwent Cwmllynfell am 12:00 o'r gloch. Blodau'r teulu yn unig; rhoddion, os dymunir, i 'Prostate Cancer UK', trwy: https://nanda-williams.muchloved.com, neu drwy siec i'r elusen, t/l C. Meirion Hopkin & Son, 96 High Street, Clydach, Swansea SA6 5LN. * * * * * Peacefully on the 11th of December at Hengoed Court Nursing Home, Mary Ann (Nanda), formerly of Cwmllynfell, passed away. The beloved wife of the late Hywel, and devoted mother of the late Stephen, the loving sister of Henry and Marlene and loving aunt to her nieces and nephews. Funeral taking place at Brynllynfell Chapel at 11:00 on Thursday 22nd December, followed by interment at Cwmllynfell Cemetery at 12:00. Family flowers only; donations in lieu welcomed, supporting 'Prostate Cancer UK', via https://nanda-williams.muchloved.com, or by cheque to the charity, c/o C. Meirion Hopkin & Son, 96 High Street, Clydach, Swansea SA6 5LN.
Dorothy WILLIAMS
Peacefully on 12th December 2022 at Morriston Hospital. Dorothy formerly of Waunarlwydd, beloved wife of the late George, devoted mum of Trish, dear mother-in-law of the late Robert, proud nanny of Louise and Charlotte, great-nanny of Jack, Maddox and Lilah. Funeral service at Swansea Crematorium, Thursday 5th January at 3.00pm. No flowers by request, donations if so desired to Wales Air Ambulance, c/o St James Funeral Home 31 St James Gardens Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT Tel: 01792 643840
Colin WOOLDRIDGE
Colin of Bryntawe Road, Ynystawe peacefully passed away, aged 91, into the presence of his Lord and Saviour on December 9th 2022 at Morriston Hospital, surrounded by his family. Dearly beloved husband of Jean, wonderfully loving father of Michele, Dawn and Ruth, much loved and respected father-in-law of Chris and Paul, and devoted Dadcu to Aled. Colin was a retired Detective Sergeant at Swansea Borough Police and latterly a pharmacist in Pontardawe. The funeral service will be held on Friday 23rd December at 10:30am at Bethel Evangelical Church, Heol y Nant, Clydach, followed by a private family burial.
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