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Katie Hoggan

The latest death notices in Swansea as families remember loved ones

Announcing the passing of a loved one in local news media is a long-standing tradition and we are proud of the trust placed in us to make these important announcements. Every notice published to our newspaper and news site also appears on funeral-notices.co.uk - the UK’s number one site for death notices and memoriams. Every notice remains online forever providing friends and families with a lifelong tribute to their loved one, a safe place online to share memories, add tributes, photographs and make donations in memory.

Each week we pay tribute to the loved ones remembered in our area with a funeral notice and online tribute page. To read the latest announcements and add tributes to those from our area who have passed away, click here.

Here are some of the notices published earlier this week.

Gloria Margaret ABBOTT (nee Sanders)

Gloria Margaret ABBOTT (nee Sanders) (Funeral-notices.co.uk)

(nee Sanders) Suddenly passed away on 1st January 2023 at her home in Plasmarl. Beloved wife of the late Ivor, much loved sister of Ellen, David, Graham, Dorothy, Leslie and the late Jeffrey, Brian, Victor and Reggie, also a loved sister-in-law and loving aunt of all her nieces and nephews. Funeral Tuesday 24th January, 2.15pm service at D.G. Attwell's Chapel of Rest followed by interment at Morriston Cemetery (section "TT") at 3.15pm. Mourning clothes not necessary. Family flowers only. Donations if so desired to Cancer Research UK c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH. Tel (01792) 650205 The family would like to invite all friends to join them for light refreshments at the Coopers Arms, 287 Neath Road, Plasmarl, Swansea SA6 8JU after the funeral service.

Peter Frank ABBOTT

Suddenly on Wednesday 28th December 2022 at his home, Peter, much loved husband of Pat, devoted dad of David, Wendy and Steven, beloved grampa to all his grandchildren. Peter will be sadly missed by all his family and many friends. Funeral Tuesday 24th January when a Service will be held at Swansea Crematorium, 1:30pm. Flowers please to D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors, 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH. Tel (01792) 650205.

Lt Col (Retired) Gordon Ivor AMPHLETT

MVO MBE Passed away peacefully at Brecon Hospital on Tuesday 10th January 2023. Devoted husband to Maureen, loving dad to Paul and Susan and loved gramps to his grandchildren. Funeral Service 1.00pm on Friday 3rd February at Brecon Cathedral followed by interment at Brecon Cemetery. Family flowers only please, donations if so desired for 'Army Benevolent Fund' c/o A V Griffiths & Son, Independent Funeral Directors, Delfan, Felinfach, Brecon, Powys LD3 0UD. Tel: 01874 623477 / 07527 759945

Janet Mair (Formerly of Highfield Farm & district nurse for Gower) BOWEN (Mair)

(Mair) (Formerly of Highfield Farm & district nurse for Gower) Peacefully, on Tuesday 3rd January at Singleton Hospital, Mair passed away aged 87. Beloved wife of the late Elvet, loving mother to Sharon & Carol and mother-in-law to Peter. A treasured mamgu to Luke, Christian, Caleb, Hannah and great-grandmother to Elsie. A dear friend to neighbour Reg. Mair will be dearly missed by all who loved and knew her. Funeral service to take place 1pm on Friday 20th January at St Gwynour's Church, Llanyrnewydd, Penclawdd. Family flowers only but donations, if so desired, may be made to St Gwynour's Church c/o James Cowley Cowley Family Funerals, Burry Green, Reynoldston, Swansea SA3 1HR

Maureen CHERCHI

Maureen CHERCHI (Funeral-notices.co.uk)

Peacefully passed away on 22nd December at her home with her family, Maureen. Beloved wife of the late Pino, loving mother of the late Christina, dearly loved nan of Aimée and her partner Elliot, much loved aunt of Pam and Ken. Maureen will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. Funeral Friday 20th January 12.30pm service at Swansea Crematorium. Family flowers only, donations if so desired to MS Society (Swansea Branch) c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH. Tel (01792) 650205. The family would like to invite all friends to join them for light refreshments at the Cwmfelin Social Club after the funeral service.

Jan (Formerly of The Grosvenor Restaurant) COMISINI

Jan (Formerly of The Grosvenor Restaurant) COMISINI (Funeral-notices.co.uk)

(Formerly of The Grosvenor Restaurant ) Sadly on 5th January 2023 at Glangwilli Hospital. Beloved wife of Amo, cherished mum of Mark and Paul, much loved Nanna Jan to Hannah, sister of Don, much loved mother-in-law of Dawn. Jan will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Funeral Tuesday 7th February when a service will be held at Llanelli Crematorium Chapel at 10:00am followed by Interment at Box Cemetery at 11:30am. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if so desired to either 'British Heart Foundation' or 'Macmillan Cancer Support' 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. Requiescat In Pace

Rachel CURTIS

Rachel CURTIS (Funeral-notices.co.uk)

Sadly passed away on 25th December. Rachel of Bonymaen, loving mother to Rhys, much loved daughter to Tony and Janet, adored sister to Rebecca, beloved granddaughter to Bob and Margaret Owens. Rachel will be greatly missed by her aunties, uncles, her nephew Felix and all her family and friends. Funeral service will be held at Morriston Cemetery on Thursday 26th January at 3:30pm. Family flowers only please but donations if so desired in memory of Rachel can be made to: Matthew's House 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

Antony (Mullet) DAVIES

(Mullet) Sadly, after a long illness, on Saturday 24th December, Tony of Hillside Care Home and formerly of Ceri Road, Townhill. Adored husband of Mandy, cherished father of Antony, Hannah, Johannah, Nathan, Tom and Rachal and proud grandfather to all his grandchildren. Devoted son of Rosemary and the late Keith, dear brother of Mark and fond uncle to his nephews and nieces. Mullet had a wicked sense of humour and will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Funeral service to be held at Swansea Crematorium on Wednesday 1st February at 11 am. Family flowers only please but donations in lieu, if so desired, may be made to Swansea Mind. All are welcome to meet at the Swansea Dockers' Club after the service to continue to share memories of Mullett. Further enquires c/o Morriston Funeralcare 01792 798257

Richard Clive EDWARDS

Richard Clive EDWARDS (Funeral-notices.co.uk)

Sadly passed away on 29th December. Loving husband of the late Lynda, loving father of Christine and the late Susan. Loving grandfather of Paige, loving brother to Eric, and the late Audrey. Loving brother-in-law and uncle. Will be missed by all family and friends. Funeral service to be held Friday 20th January, D. G. Attwells Chapel of Rest 10.00am followed by interment in Morriston Cemetery at 10.45am. Any enquiries D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors, 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH. Tel (01792) 650205.

David Edward FARRELL

Passed away peacefully at home on Sunday 1st January 2023. David, beloved husband of the late Pamela, loving father of Mark, Lisa and John, much loved bampi of Holly and Emily and adored by Mitzi the dog. David will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered by all his family and friends. Funeral service will take place at Swansea Crematorium on Friday 20th January 2023 at 10.30am. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu of flowers if so desired to Pulmonary Fibrosis Trust c/o D.G.Attwell Funeral Directors, 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea, SA5 9JH Tel: 01792 650205

Dennis Edward FRITH

9 August 1933 - 7 January 2023 Dennis passed away peacefully on 7 January 2023. He was much loved by his devoted daughters Alexandra and Samantha, his adored grandchildren Sophia, James, Abby and Dylan and by his sons-in-law Robin and Gareth. Reunited now with his darling wife Alex in heaven. Funeral service at St. Peter's Church, Newton on Monday 6th February at 10am followed by a private cremation. Family flowers only please, but donations in lieu if desired may be sent to RNLI (Mumbles) c/o The Honorary Treasurer, 9 Croftfield Crescent, Newton, SA3 4UL Further enquiries c/o William Pressdee Funeralcare Tel. 01792 366513

Alecksander Mark GORECKI

Suddenly passed away at home on Friday, 23rd December 2022 aged 62 years. Beloved husband of Jennifer and devoted father of Angharad. Funeral service to be held on Tuesday, 24th January 2023 at Amber Valley Crematorium, Swanwick at 12 noon where all are invited to attend. Mark will forever be in the hearts of his family and friends. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to The Orthopaedic Department of the Northern General Hospital, Sheffield c/o Thomas Greatorex and Sons, 29 Knowleston Place, Matlock, Derbyshire DE4 3BU. (01629 582470)

Martha Audrey Gwenllian GRIFFITHS (Audrey)

(Audrey) Peacefully fell asleep on 28th December at Morriston Hospital. Audrey of Penybryn Road, Gorseinon. Loving wife of the late Roy. Much loved mother of David and Colin and mother-in-law of Jackie and Caroline. Cherished Nan of Serena, Samantha and David Richard and Great Nanna of Jade, Carys, Ryan, Jacob and the late Kali and Baby G. Dear sister of Gareth and the late Selwyn, Islwyn and Aubrey. Special Nanna to Toby the dog. Funeral on Monday, 23rd January 2023. Service at Swansea Crematorium at 12.00 noon. Family flowers only please. Donation in memory of Audrey 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

June Madeline GRIFFITHS

Sadly on Tuesday 27th December 2022. June, beloved wife of the late Tony and much loved mum of Nic and Ali. June will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Funeral Tuesday 24th January at Swansea Crematorium 12.30pm. No flowers by request. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Ty Olwen c/o St James Funeral Home 31 St James Gardens, Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT Tel 01792 643840

Fakhruddin Kalimuddin (Frank) HANDY

(Frank) Peacefully after a short illness, Frank of Plunch Lane. Cherished son of the late Kalimuddin and Zubeida. Doting partner of the late Joan. Beloved brother of the late Firoz, Raika, Shireen, the late Zehra, and Nafisa. Loving uncle, dear friend to many. In accordance with Frank's wishes, a simple Humanist funeral service will take place at Swansea Crematorium, on Wednesday 25th January, at 3.30pm. Family flowers only, but donations if so desired may be made to Cancer Research UK c/o Fundraising Team (Region 6), Cancer Research UK, PO Box 1561, OXFORD, OX49GZ Further enquiries c/o William Pressdee Funeralcare 01792 366513 "I learned that every mortal will taste death. But only some will taste life" - Rumi

Stephanie HARRIS (Nee Morrell)

Stephanie HARRIS (Nee Morrell) (Funeral-notices.co.uk)

(Nee Morrell) Suddenly passed away on 19th December at her home in Morriston. Much loved wife to Anthony, adored mother to Keri and Lucy and their partners Vicky and Andrew, cherished nana to Mason and Amelia, dearly loved sister to Kevin, Sandra, Gareth, Becky, Richard and the late Sharon, treasured aunt to her nieces Alyssia, Larna and India. Steph will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service will be held at Swansea Crematorium on Friday 27th January at 2pm. Family flowers only please. All enquiries to: Gwyn Jones Funeral Director 118 Trallwn Road Llansamlet Swansea SA7 9UU Tel: 01792 771066 / 07483125296

Peter HARRISON

Peter HARRISON (Funeral-notices.co.uk)

It is with great sadness, we announce the passing of Peter on 29th December 2022 surrounded by close family, he passed away peacefully at home after a short illness. Peter will be very much missed by his beloved wife Marilyn, his children Sarah and Darrren, daughter-in-law Alison, son-in-law Dan and his grandsons Tom, James, Reuben and Charles. The funeral service is to be held at Morriston Crematorium on Monday 23rd January 2023 at 11.30am. Family flowers only and donations may be given to Marie Curie via funeral-notices.co.uk Further enquiries to Phillip G Davies & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors, Cockett. Tel: 01792 581924.

Stephen Edward HOWELLS

Peacefully on Thursday 12th January 2023, Stephen, loving husband of the late Emma, much loved father of Nick and Spencer, adored bampa and great-bampa of all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, cherished brother, brother-in-law, father-in-law and uncle. Stephen will be greatly missed by all his family and many friends who knew and loved him. The family would also like to express their thanks to Ward H, Morriston Hospital for all the care and support Stephen received. Funeral Friday 27th January for a service and burial at Morriston Cemetery, 2.15pm (Section BBB 516). Family flowers only by request, but donations may be made in memory of Stephen directly to Ty Olwen c/o Paul Murray, vice chairman, 4 Pen y fro Close, Dunvent, Swansea, SA2 7TT. Further enquiries to Fforestfach Funeralcare. Tel 01792 581938.

Jane Humphrey JAPP

Jane Humphrey JAPP (Funeral-notices.co.uk)

Former Deputy Head Teacher - Gwyrosydd School Passed away peacefully on 18th December 2022, Jane, of Pantlasau. The beloved wife of Victor Japp, and a devoted mother, mamgu and aunt. A service celebrating Jane's life will take place at Salem Chapel, Rhydypandy SA6 6PE at 12:30 on Saturday 21st January. No floral tributes please; donations in lieu welcomed, supporting National Deaf Children's Society, via: https://jane-japp.muchloved.com. If you have difficulty donating online, please contact C. Meirion Hopkin & Son. Tel: 01792 844513. Please send cheques to: C. Meirion Hopkin & Son, 96 High Street, Clydach, Swansea SA6 5LN

Brinley JONES

Peacefully on 1st January 2023 at Morriston Hospital, Brinley of New Rd, Grovesend. Beloved husband of the late Nancy, dearly loved father of David, Joy, Karen and the late Peter, much loved Grampa Buddy of Lee, Jamie, Gemma, Michelle, Craig, Mathew, Stacey and all his great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. Funeral Monday 30th January, family service at his home at 1.15pm prior to cremation at Swansea Crematorium at 2,00pm. Flowers may be sent to David Hitchings & Sons Independent Funeral Directors, 34 Frampton Rd, Gorseinon, Swansea. SA4 4XY. Tel 01792 897323.

Iris Doreen JONES (gynt Puntan)

(gynt Puntan) Yn dawel ar Ionawr y 12fed, 2023 yng nghwmni ei theulu yn Ysbyty Singleton yn 91 mlwydd oed, hunodd Iris o Heol Bethel, Cwmtwrch Isaf. Priod hoff y diweddar Jenkin David Jones, mam neulltuol David ac Eifryn, mam yng nghyfraith hoff Lynwen a Sandra. mamgu (mam) gariadus i'w hwyron a'i gor wyron, a'i gor gor wyron. Bydd y Gwasanaeth angladdol dydd Llun 23ain Ionawr am 2.30 o'r gloch yng Nghapel Beulah, Cwmtwrch Isaf, ac i ddilyn gyda chladdedigaeth ym Mynwent Capel Bethania am 3.30 o'r gloch y prynhawn. Blodau'r teulu yn unig. Derbynnir cyfraniadau er cof at 'Byddin yr Iachawdwriaeth'. d/o D.G. Attwell Ymgymerwyr Angladdau, 95 Ffordd Eaton, Brynhyfryd, Abertawe SA5 9JH. Ffôn (01792) 650205.

Gordon Raymond (Retired Ford's, G.P.O & K&J Brakes & Hoses) KNILL (Noggs)

(Noggs) (Retired Ford's, G.P.O & K&J Brakes & Hoses) Suddenly, but peacefully, at Singleton Hospital Wednesday 4th January 2023, Gordon, aged 88 years of Gwynydd Avenue, beloved husband of the late Joan, devoted dad of Michael & Derrick, dear father-in-law of Gail, adored grandfather of Victoria, Clare & Charlotte, great-grandfather of James, Jacob, Charlie, Oliver & Ioan, dearest partner of Minna, a loving brother of Betty & the late Tommy & Desmond, brother-in-law of Derrick & the late Joyce, and a much-loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews. Gordon will be sadly missed by all his friends, neighbours and those who knew and loved him. Funeral service Wednesday 25th January 2.45pm at Morriston Cemetery, (section LL). Family flowers only, but donations in lieu if desired, may be sent directly to either British Heart Foundation (Swansea Branch) PO Box 26, Kidwelly, Swansea, SA17 4WW or Maggie's Swansea, Singleton Hospital, Sketty Lane, Swansea, SA2 8QL, in Gordon's memory. Further enquiries to Rees Davies & Son Funeralcare 01792 456976

Brenda Ethel Rowena LEE

Sadly passed away on 30th December. Loving wife of the late Arthur Glyn Lee, loving mother to Michael and Karen, mother-in-law to Andrea and David, loving sister to Vera and the late Bob, loving grandmother to Marc and Greg and great-grandmother to Tobey and Emilia. Will be missed by all family and friends. Funeral service to be held at Swansea Crematorium at 3.00pm on Wednesday 25th January. Donations to Ty Olwen c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors, 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH. Tel (01792) 650205.

Ena LEWIS (nee Davies)

(nee Davies) Sadly on 31st December 2022 at her home. Ena, beloved wife of Edward, loving mum of Charlotte, dear mother-in-law of Sean, cherished nan of Sam and Caitlin, dearest sister of Hilary. Funeral service at Swansea Crematorium Wednesday 25th January at 12.30pm. Family flowers only please, donations if so desired to Marie Curie, c/o St James Funeral Home 31 St James Gardens Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT Tel: 01792 643840

Valerie LEWIS

Peacefully on 3rd January 2023 at Hengoed Park Care Home, Val, formerly of Linkside Drive, Pennard. Beloved wife of the late Hugh, loving mother to Rhidian and Ceri, dear mother-in-law to Fay and the late John and a proud grandmother to Lowri, Sara, Connor and Rhys. Val will be sadly missed and fondly remembered. Funeral service at St. Mary's Church, Pennard on Monday 30th January at 10.30am followed by committal at Swansea Crematorium at 12noon. Family flowers only please, but donations in lieu if desired for 'Dementia UK' may be made via Just Giving - please search Valerie Lewis or follow the full link as follows: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/ceri-bevan1?utm_source=Sharethis&utm_medium=fundraising&utm_content=ceri-bevan1&utm_campaign=pfp-email&utm_term=bdd1306395c44c4981a02e3c91faf5da Further enquiries c/o William Pressdee Funeralcare Tel. 01792 366513

Margaret Gaynor LEWIS

Margaret Gaynor LEWIS (Funeral-notices.co.uk)

It is with deep sadness, that on the 28th December, 2022, at the age of 87, Gaynor, beloved wife of Graham, much loved mother of Janet, Gary and Julia, loved and adored grandmother and great-grandmother, passed peacefully at Hengoed Care Home, surrounded by her family, after a long illness bravely borne. She will forever be in our hearts. Funeral service to be held at Llanelli Crematorium on Wednesday, 25th January, at 4pm. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers to Musical Memories Choir, Mumbles, c/o: Graham J. Sullivan Funeral Directors. Enquiries to: Graham J. Sullivan Funeral Directors, Ty-Hedd Funeral Home, Mynydd Garnllwyd Road, Morriston, Swansea, SA6 7QG Tel 01792 775262.

Joan Shirley (Ex School Secretary) LLOYD (Shirley)

(Shirley) (Ex School Secretary ) Peacefully, on Saturday 7th January and with her family by her side, Shirley of 'Hillsboro', The Promenade, Penclawdd, passed away aged 87. Beloved wife of the late Deg, cherished mum to Kevin, Teresa and Nicola and mother-in-law to Eileen, Antonio and Gordon. Dear sister to Pam and cherished Nan to all her grand and great-grandchildren. Shirley will be dearly missed by all who loved and knew her. Funeral service to take place 1pm Wednesday 8th February at Llanelli Crematorium. At the request of the family, please wear an item of colour to the service. Family flowers only but donations in memory, if so desired, may be made to Wales Air Ambulance (cheques only please) c/o James Cowley, Cowley Family Funerals, Crossways, Burry Green, Swansea, SA3 1HR

Margaret Betty (Betty) LLOYD

(Betty) Peacefully on Saturday 24th December at Hengoed Court Nursing Home, Betty, formerly of Birchgrove, Swansea, aged 102 years. Beloved wife of the late Dr Wilfred Thomas Lloyd, adored mother of Richard and John, mother-in-law of Siara, grandmother of Victoria and Thomas, great-grandmother of Oliver and Eliza, sister of Meirion and the late John and Mary Ann. The funeral will be held on Tuesday 24th January 2023. Service at Swansea Crematorium at 2pm. Family flowers only please. Donations if so desired in memory of Betty may be given to Merched Y Wawr kindly received by Roger Castle & Daughter Funeral Directors 86 Commercial Street, Ystalyfera Swansea SA9 2HU. Tel: 01639 843231.

Margaret Betty (Betty) LLOYD

(Betty) Peacefully on Saturday 24th December at Hengoed Court Nursing Home, Betty, formerly of Birchgrove, Swansea, aged 102 years. Beloved wife of the late Dr Wilfred Thomas Lloyd, adored mother of Richard and John, mother-in-law of Siara, grandmother of Victoria and Thomas, great-grandmother of Oliver and Eliza, sister of Meirion and the late John and Mary Ann. The funeral will be held on Tuesday 24th January 2023. Service at Swansea Crematorium at 2pm. Family flowers only please. Donations if so desired in memory of Betty may be given to Merched Y Wawr kindly received by Roger Castle & Daughter Funeral Directors 86 Commercial Street, Ystalyfera Swansea SA9 2HU. Tel: 01639 843231.

Clive MADDEN (Self Employed Plasterer)

Clive MADDEN (Self Employed Plasterer) (Funeral-notices.co.uk)

(Self Employed Plasterer) Sadly passed away at Morriston Hospital on Christmas Day surrounded by his family and friends. Clive will be sadly missed by his much loved wife Linda, their children Craig, Clare, Nicola and their partners Julie, Paul and Martyn, his grandchildren James, Liam, Cole, Jack, Ella, Alfie, Ellie and Molly, his brother Tom, his sisters-in-law, nephews and nieces. Funeral service will be held at Swansea Crematorium on Monday 23rd January at 3:00pm. Family flowers only please but donations if so desired in memory of Clive can be made to: Cancer Research 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 Following the funeral everyone is welcome to The Kings Head, Treboeth

Garry Brian MANNINGS

Garry Brian MANNINGS (Funeral-notices.co.uk)

Suddenly passed away on 27th December. Garry, beloved son of the late Elsie and Ron, husband of Stephanie, loving brother to Rodney and Laureen, devoted brother-in-law to Gill and Terry, much loved uncle to Dean, Marie, Ashleigh, Jordan, Tom, Josh, Alisha, Steven and Nicky and great uncle to all his nieces and nephews. Garry will be sadly missed by his dog Joey, his dear friend Linda and all his family and friends. Funeral service will be held at Swansea Crematorium on Wednesday 25th January at 10:30am. Family flowers only please but donations if so desired in memory of Garry can be made to: Diabetes 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

Vernon (Ex Miner Betws Colliery) MATTHEWS (Ex Welsh Guards & Guards PARA)

(Ex Welsh Guards & Guards PARA) (Ex Miner Betws Colliery) Peacefully on 4th January 2023 at his home. Vernon of Bryn Rhosog, Loughor. Beloved husband of Geraldine. Devoted father of Gary, Christopher and the late Tracey. Loving father in law of Elaine and Natasha. Cherished Grandad of Hannah, Sam and Molly and a loving GAGA V of Melody and Arlow. Funeral Thursday 26th January. Friends kindly meet at Swansea Crematorium at 11.30 am. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu may be made to Marie Curie and sent to Anthony Inkin & Paul Deans, Family Funeral Directors, Kilby Court, Loughor, Swansea, SA4 6RQ Tel 01792 897710.

Edwin Peter MIGUEL (Ted - Guitar Teacher)

(Ted - Guitar Teacher) Passed away peacefully on 26th December 2022, Ted, of Clase. Beloved husband of Dot, and loving father of Yvette, Anton and Donya. A much loved grandfather and great-grandfather. Funeral service taking place at Swansea Crematorium at 2:30 on Monday 23rd January. Family flowers only please; donations in lieu welcomed, supporting The Alzheimer's Society, via: https://ted-miguel.muchloved.com. If you have difficulty donating online, please contact C. Meirion Hopkin & Son for assistance. Tel: 01792 844513. If donating by cheque, please do so via: Alzheimer's Society, Scott Lodge, Scott Road, Plymouth PL2 3DU. Please include the reference ted-miguel.muchloved along with your cheque.

Jeffrey Howard MINTY

Peacefully on 5th January 2023 at Morriston Hospital. Cherished son of the late Tom and Irene, loving brother of Peter and Robert and brother-in-law to Christine and Margaret and a dear uncle to Gareth, Andrew and Simon. Jeff will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service at Swansea Crematorium on Friday 3rd February at 12noon. Family flowers only please, but donations in lieu if desired for RNLI (Mumbles) may be sent c/o The Honorary Treasurer, 9 Croftfield Crescent, Newton, SA3 4UL Further enquiries c/o William Pressdee Funeralcare Tel. 01792 366513

Lynfa MORGAN

Yn dawel ar Dydd Mercher Rhagfyr 28fed yn Ysbyty Treforys gyda ei theulu o amglylch, bu farw Lynfa yn 92 mlwydd oed. Gynt of Rhiwfawr. Gwraig cariadus y diweddar Dafydd a Mam annwyl i Meirion a Gillian. Bydd yr angladd yn hollol breifat. Derbynnir cyfraniadau os dymunir tuag at Gastroenterology Ward, Ysbyty Treforys trwy law Roger Castle A'i Ferch Trefnwyr Angladdau 86 Commercial Street Ystalyfera Swansea SA9 2HU Telephone: 01639 843231.

Phillip James MORGAN

Suddenly on Monday 2nd January 2023 at his home, aged 44 years. Beloved son of Colston and Susan. Loving Daddy of Lilly and Ben, cherished grandson of David, Margaret and the late Evan and Madeline. much loved brother of David and Sarah, dear brother-in-law, uncle and nephew. Phillip will be sadly missed by all his family, friends and all who knew and loved him. Funeral to be held at Ty-Hedd Funeral Home on Wednesday 25th January 2023 at 11:00am. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu to ALAC (Artificial Limb & Appliance Centre) c/o: Graham J. Sullivan Funeral Directors. Enquiries to: Graham J. Sullivan Funeral Directors, Ty-Hedd Funeral Home, Mynydd Garnllwyd Road, Morriston, Swansea, SA6 7QG Tel 01792 775262.

Marilyn Elaine MORRIS (Lloyd)

(Lloyd) Suddenly, but peacefully. Marilyn of Newton, previously Blaen-Y-Maes, Birchgrove, and Berlin. Dear sister of the late Malcolm, cherished sister-in-law of Marilyn. Beloved mother of Chris and Dave, dear friend to many. Funeral service to take place on Monday 30th January, 3pm at Swansea Crematorium. Family flowers only please but donations if desired may be made to Maggie's (cheques only please) at Maggie's Swansea, Singleton Hospital, Sketty Lane, Swansea, SA2 8QA. Further enquiries c/o William Pressdee Funeralcare 01792 366513

Margaret (Peggy) MORRIS

(Peggy) Sadly on 6th January 2023 at Morriston Hospital. Beloved wife of the late Les, cherished mam of Matthew, dear mother-in-law of Emma, much loved nannie to Lauren and Lewis. Peggy will be missed by all her family. Funeral Tuesday 24th January 2023 where Requiem Mass will be held at St. Jospeh's Cathedral, Greenhill at 12:30pm followed by Interment at Morriston Cemetery at 2:15pm. Flowers if so desired maybe forwarded to the Chapel of Rest, 2, Waunarlwydd Road, Cockett, Swansea. SA2 0GB. Tel: (01792) 581924. Requiescat In Pace

Norma OWENS-ETTRICK (nee Owens-Jones)

Norma OWENS-ETTRICK (nee Owens-Jones) (Funeral-notices.co.uk)

(nee Owens-Jones) Passed peacefully on Monday 26th December 2022 at her home, aged 82 years, Norma, formerly of Brynamman, Glanamman and Ammanford, beloved daughter of William and Edith, devoted wife of Roy, loving mother of Stephen and Sue, much loved step-mother of Graham, adored grandmother of Owen and Phoebe, loving step grandmother of Lily and Rosie, proud great-grandmother of Dylan and Toby, much loved sister of Keith, also a dearly loved aunty of Simon. Norma will be sadly missed by all her loving family and many friends. Funeral service to be held on Friday 27th January 2023 12noon at Swansea Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if so desired to Marie Curie or MIND c/o 31 St James Gardens Ffynone Road Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT Tel - 01792 643 840

Gwyneth Mair PHILLIPS

Peacefully on Saturday 24th December at Ystradgynlais Community Hospital, Gwyneth of Ynyscedwyn Road, Ystradgynlais. Dear sister of the late Bethan, sister-in-law of Geoffrey, dear friend to many. The funeral will be held on Monday 23rd January 2023. Service at Swansea Crematorium at 10:30am. The funeral cortege will leave Gwyneth's home at 9.55am for those wishing to pay their respects. Further enquiries to Roger Castle & Daughter Funeral Directors. Tel: 01639 843231

Jean POWELL (nee Law)

(nee Law) Peacefully on 9th January 2023, Jean formerly of Hazel Road, Uplands. Beloved wife of the late Haydn, loved mother of Marilyn, Julia and Rob, mother-in-law of Peter and Janine, dear sister of John, adored nana to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Funeral service at Swansea Crematorium, Friday 3rd February at 10.00am, followed by a celebration for her life at St. Barnabas Church, Uplands at 11.30am. Family flowers only, donations if so desired to Ty Hafan, c/o St James Funeral Home 31 St James Gardens Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT Tel: 01792 643840

Sherie (Nee Lewis) POWER

Sherie (Nee Lewis) POWER (Funeral-notices.co.uk)

Nee Lewis Suddenly in the early hours of Wednesday 28th December the angels came and took the rock of our family in Sherie Power. Adored wife of Dean, cherished mam to Keiron, Jordan and Tia, much loved nannie to Ellis, beloved daughter and best friend of Marjorie and the late John, loving sister to Sara, Sian, Nicola and Jonathan. Sherie will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. Funeral service will be held at Swansea Crematorium on Wednesday 25th January at 1:30pm. Family flowers only please but donation if so desired can be made to Maggie's Swansea (cash of cheque) c/o Gwyn Jones Funeral Director, 118 Trallwn Road, Llansamlet, Swansea. SA7 9UU Tel: 01792 771066 / 07483125296

Roger Alan PRITCHARD

Roger Alan PRITCHARD (Funeral-notices.co.uk)

(Electrician at Sullom Voe, Shetland Islands & Mainland UK) Veteran of Mumbles Rugby Club. Passed away 30th December 2022, dearly much loved son of the late Gordon and Olive Pritchard, dear and only sibling of Paula. Devoted and proud uncle to his much loved favourite niece Victoria and her mutually respected fiance Ben. A dear nephew to Sonia (Newcastle). Requiescat in Pace. Donations in lieu of flowers to Alzheimer's Research UK.

Maria QUIGLEY

Maria QUIGLEY (Funeral-notices.co.uk)

(nee Becerra) (formerly of the DWP Swansea) Peacefully passed away on 8th January 2023 at Morriston Hospital. Beloved mother of Mark, Anthony and his partner Kay and Daniel and his partner Tracy, loving grandmother of Kayleigh, Joshua, Annalise, Alissa, Brooke, Freddie, Archie and Callie, cherished daughter of the late Anastasio and Anita, much loved sister of Linda, Francis and his partner Ann and the late Antonio, dear sister-in-law of Colin, loved aunt of her nieces and nephews and will also be sadly missed by her aunt, uncle and cousins. Maria will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. Funeral strictly private. Any enquiries and donations if so desired to the British Heart Foundation c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH. Tel (01792) 650205.

Royston Charles (Roy ex Alcoa and British Steel) REES

Royston Charles (Roy ex Alcoa and British Steel) REES (Funeral-notices.co.uk)

(Roy ex Alcoa and British Steel) We announce with a heavy heart the sad passing of Roy who died peacefully on 23rd December at Morriston Hospital. Beloved husband of 67 years to June (nee Roberts), loving father of Robert, Colin and Diane, dear father-in-law of Susan, Susan, Michael and the late Ann, proud bampy of all his grandchildren and great grandchildren, loved brother of the late Doreen. Sincere thanks to all staff at AMU Morriston Hospital for all their care and support and also to the Ambulance staff. Funeral Saturday 21st January service at Swansea Crematorium 11am. Family flowers only Donations if so desired to the British Heart Foundation or Blood Bikes Wales c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH. Tel (01792) 650205.

Doris Mary RENNINGHOFF

Peacefully on Thursday 15th December 2022, at Brynhyfryd house, Doris aged 94 years. Beloved wife of the late Bill, dear mother of Rita, Anthony, and the late Maria. Doris will be missed by her family and friends. Funeral Friday 20th January at Our Lady Star of The Sea R.C. Church at 11am prior to interment at Oystermouth Cemetery 12.15pm. Family flowers only, but donations in memory may be made via cheque to Maggie's Swansea, Singleton Hospital, Sketty Lane, Swansea, SA2 8QA

Susannah RICHARDS

Sadly on Friday 23rd December 2022 at Morriston Hospital. Susie, beloved wife of the late Clifford and much loved mum of Judith and her partner Charlie. Susie will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Monday 30th January, service at St David's Church, Morriston 12.45pm. Followed by cremation at Morriston Crematorium. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to Ysgol Crug Glas c/o St James Funeral Home, 31 St James Gardens, Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT. Tel: 01792 643840.

Gordon Brian SHEFFERS (Lifetime member of Bonymaen Rugby Club)

(Lifetime member of Bonymaen Rugby Club) Sadly passed away on Wednesday 28th December at his home in Bonymaen. Beloved husband to the late Ruby, loving father to the late Elaine and Tony, much loved grandfather to Mike, Anthony, Stephen, Gary and their partners and all his great grandchildren, dearest uncle to all his nieces and nephews. Gordon will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. A special thank you to Margaret and Cheryl for helping and Gordon's carers in Social Services for looking after him. Funeral service will be held at Swansea Crematorium on Tuesday 24th January at 3:00pm. If you wish to pay your respects the cortege will be leaving Bonymaen Rugby Club at 2:30pm. Family flowers only please but donation if so desired in memory of Gordon can be made to: Headway 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

Margaret Patricia SIMPSON (Nee Chriswick)

(Nee Chriswick) (Old British Homestores) Margaret passed away peacefully on January 2nd 2023, at Plas Newydd Residential Home after enduring a long battle with Alzheimer's and dementia, with both sons at her bedside. She was a much loved daughter to Sidney and Prudence, sister to Ann and Mary, wife to David, mother to Mark and Martyn, mother in law to Susan, nan to Francesca and gran to Lyla-Rose. A member of the Swansea Polio Society, she will be greatly missed by family, friends, neighbours and all those who knew her. The funeral will take place on Friday 20th January, at 3.15pm, at Ty-Hedd Funeral Home, Mynydd Garnllwyd Road, Morriston, Swansea, SA6 7QG (adjacent to Bishop Vaughan School). Family flowers only, with any donations to be made to the Alzheimer's Society. We as a family would especially like to thank the staff at Plas Newydd Residential Home for the love and care they have shown Mam. Graham J Sullivan, Ty Hedd Funeral Home, Mynydd Garnllwyd Road, Morriston, Swansea. SA6 7QG Tel: 01791 775262

John Richard SPENDER

LL.B (Wales) 6th August 1941 - 19th December 2022

Mike STEVENS

Former Chief Inspector Sadly on 29th December 2022, Mike, beloved husband of the late Marl, loving dad of Howard and Helen, father-in-law of Mike, proud grampy of Izzy and Josh. Funeral service at St Hilary's Church, Killay Tuesday 7th February at 2.30pm followed by cremation at Swansea Crematorium at 3.30pm. No flowers by request, donations if so desired to the Poppy Appeal c/o St James Funeral Home 31 St James Gardens Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT Tel: 01792 643840

Thomas Gethin THOMAS

Thomas Gethin THOMAS (Funeral-notices.co.uk)

Gethin passed away peacefully on Thursday 22nd December 2022. Cherished husband of Gillian, proud father of Hywel and Catrin, brother of the late Hugh, much loved father-in-law to Michelle and adored tadcu to Evan and Ffion. He will be remembered fondly by all who knew him. To celebrate his life a service will be held at Swansea Crematorium on Monday 23rd January 2023, at 12:30pm. Family flowers only, but donations in lieu if so desired, to the Sporting Memories Group (cheques made payable to Ospreys in the Community), c/o St James Funeral Home, 31 St James Gardens, Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT. Tel: 01792 643840.

Jeanne THOMAS (nee Carver)

(nee Carver) Sadly on 2nd January at Ty Olwen, Jeanne of West Cross. Beloved wife and soulmate of the late Terry, loving mum/mam of Martyn, Lyndon, Gareth and Katy, dear mother-in-law of Diane, Sian and Andrew, proud nan of all her grandchildren and great grandchildren, also a loved sister, sister-in-law and auntie. Funeral Tuesday 24th January 10.30am, service at Tabernacle United Reformed Church, Newton Road, Mumbles followed by interment at Oystermouth Cemetery (section "BB") at 11.15am. Family flowers only. Donations if so desired to Ty Olwen c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH. Tel (01792) 650205.

Mary Nesta Elizabeth (Nesta) THOMAS

(Nesta) Peacefully on 27th December in Morrison Hospital, Nesta formerly of Warwick Road, Sketty, much loved wife of the late John, dearly loved sister of Gwen, dear auntie of Mike and Kath, Lis and Phill, Michaela and Sara, Nesta will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. A funeral service will be held at St James Church, Uplands on Thursday 26th January at 2pm and will be followed by committal service at Swansea Crematorium 3pm. Family flowers only please, donations if so desired to RSPCA Llys Nini Branch. c/o St James Funeral Home, 31 St James Gardens, Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT. Tel: 01792 643840.

Thomas Arwyn (Maerdy) WILLIAMS (Arwyn)

(Arwyn) (Maerdy) Sadly on Friday 9th December 2022 Arwyn passed away peacefully at Prince Charles Hospital, following his long battle with cancer aged 83. Beloved husband of Yvonne who preceded him, devoted father and grandfather, Arwyn will be sadly missed by family and friends. Service at the Holy Trinity Church, Tylorstown on Tuesday 24th January 2023 at 10.45am prior to service and committal at Llwydcoed Crematorium at 12.00 noon. Family flowers only, donations in lieu will go to Holy Trinity Church and Cancer Research Wales and may be given on the day of the funeral. Any enquiries please call Ferndale Funeralcare on 01443 730442.

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