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Death notices
Marion COLE
Peacefully at home on Thursday 4th January 2024, Marion of Tirwaun, Burry Port sadly passed away. Cherished and devoted wife, mum, nana and great nana. Marion will be greatly missed by all those who knew her. Funeral service will take place at Burry Port English Methodist Church on Wednesday 17th January 2024 at 1.30pm. This will be followed by a short graveside service at Dolau Fan Cemetery, Burry Port. Family flowers only. Donations, if so desired, in Marion's memory to: Alzheimer's Society Cymru. All further enquiries to Burry Port Funeralcare Tel: 01554 832461.
Gwynfa Maude GWYTHER
Peacefully on Friday 15th December 2023 at Llys Y Twysog Care Home, Grovesend. Beloved wife of the late Roy and devoted mother of Lyn and Huw. Cherished Mam of Helen and her husband Richard, and Andrew and his wife Lisa. Loving Mamgu to Joshua and Sienna. Gwynfa will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Memorial service at Penuel Newydd, Capel Y Bedyddwyr, Loughor on Thursday 11th January at 11am, followed by light refreshments at The Diplomat Hotel, Llanelli. No flowers by request, donations in lieu if desired to Ty Hafan Children's Hospice, Cardiff.
David Irwin HARRY
Yn dawel ar ddydd Sadwrn Rhagfyr 30ain 2023 yn Ysbyty Tywysog Philip, Llanelli, bu farw Irwin o High Street, Y Tymbl. Priod hoff a ffyddlon y diweddar Mair, tad annwyl Nigel, tad-yng-nghyfraith gofalgar Rebecca a dats cariadus Steffan a Sara. Gwasanaeth cyhoeddus yn Amlosgfa Llanelli ar ddydd Mawrth Ionawr 16eg 2024 am 12.00 o'r gloch. Dim blodau. Rhoddion os dymunir tuag at 'Llanelli District League of Hospital Friends (PPH) drwy law Mr Ken Rees, 52 Gelli Road, Llanelli, SA14 9AA neu O.G. Harries Ltd, Funeral Directors, Bethel, Station Road, Pontyberem, Llanelli, SA15 5LF. (01269) 870350.
Phyllis HUGHES (Formerly of Nantybryn, Dafen)
(Formerly of Nantybryn, Dafen) Phyllis passed away peacefully on 3rd, January, 2024 at Llys Y Bryn Care Home, Llanelli. Beloved wife of the late Rev. John Ceiriog Hughes, devoted mother of Nigel and Wynne, caring mother-in-law of Jeanette and Christine and a dear sister to Marianne and all her late brothers. Public funeral service on Tuesday 23rd, January 11.00 a.m. at Llanelli Crematorium. No flowers please by request, donations if so desired in Phyllis's memory to Ty Bryngwyn Hospice c/o Mr. Nigel Hughes 27 Cedric Street, Llanelli, SA15 1LP. Further enquiries to Arthur Cambrey Funeral Directors, Alban Road, Llanelli, SA15 1ES Tel 01554 772829.
Millicent JAMES
Peacefully on Friday 29th December 2023 at Glangwili Hospital, Carmarthen. Millie formerly of Bargoed Terrace, Ponthenry. Beloved wife of the late John, loving mother of Dorian and Cheryl, caring grandmother of Sarah and Andrew, Emma and Nigel, Johnathan and Sarah, proud great grandmother of Thomas, Katie, George and Henry and respected mother-in-law of Derrick. Public funeral service at Llangyndeyrn Church on Wednesday 10th January 2024 at 11.00am. No flowers. Donations if so desired to the Alzheimer's Society c/o O.G. Harries Ltd, Funeral Directors, Bethel, Station Road, Pontyberem, Llanelli, SA15 5HF. (01269) 870350.
Arthur Joseph JONES
Passed away peacefully in his sleep on Monday 1st January 2024 at Caemaen Care Home, Llanelli, Arthur, aged 93 years. Devoted husband to the late Barbara Doreen, loving partner of Valerie, much loved father of Stephen and Lynne, proud grandfather to Amy and Emma and great-grandfather to Daisy. Arthur will be dearly missed by all his family and friends. The funeral service will take place on Friday 19th January at Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church, Llanelli 1.30 p.m. followed by cremation at Llanelli Crematorium 3.00 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired in Arthur's memory for St. John Ambulance may be sent directly to FREEPOST SSC. St John Ambulance, 5 Broadfield Close, Sheffield, S8 0XN. Further enquiries to Arthur Cambrey Funeral Director, Alban Road, Llanelli, SA15 1ES Tel: 01554 772829.
Jean JONES
Peacefully on Friday December 29th in the loving tender care of her family at her home in Mandel Bronwydd Carmarthen. Jean beloved wife of Irfon, devoted mother of Paul and Sharon, cherished grandmother, great grandmother, a loving sister and a respected mother in law. Jean will be sadly missed by all her family and many friends. Public funeral service on Thursday 18th January 2024 at Llanelli Crematorium at 1-00pm. Family flowers only please, but if desired donations in lieu to Chemotherapy Unit, cheques made payable to League of Friends Glangwili Hospital c/o Peris Rice Carmarthen Funeral Director, Royal Oak Chapel of Rest, Old St Clears Road, Johnstown, Carmarthen, SA31 3JF. Tel 01267 243787.
Marion Elizabeth JONES
Peacefully on Saturday 30th December 2023 at Prince Philip Hospital, Marion of Parc Richard, Penygraig, Llanelli. Beloved wife of the late Tom, devoted mother of Ryan, Jayne and Louise, much loved mother-in-law of Shirley, Philip and the late David and a cherished gran of Zoe and Thomas. Marion will be dearly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Tuesday 16th January 2024, family and friends please meet for service at Llanelli Crematorium 3.00 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired in Marion's memory for Ty Bryngwyn Hospice Appeal may be sent directly to Ty Bryngwyn Hospice, Prince Philip Hospital, Dafen, Llanelli, SA14 8QF. Thank you. Further enquiries to: Arthur Cambrey Funeral Directors, Alban Road, Llanelli, SA15 1ES. Tel: 01554 772829.
Uriel Myfanwy JONES
Peacefully on New Year's Day 1st January 2024, at Glanmorfa Residential Home, Kidwelly. Uriel aged 93 years. (Formerly of Trimsaran and Pontardulais Road, Crosshands) The beloved wife and soulmate of Mal, dearly loved mother of Peter and the late Ian, cherished sister of Eileen, Edna, Valerie and the late Amelia. Sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral on Monday 15th January 2024 public service at Llanelli Crematorium at 2.00pm. Family flowers only please, but donations in Uriel's memory if desired to Diabetes Cymru c/o Funeral Director Ian M Smith of Autumn Leaf Independent Family Funeral Directors The Old Vestry Tabernacle, Seaview Terrace, Burry Port, Carms, SA16 0EN. Tel 01554 835933/892925.
Isobel Margaret MORGAN
Peacefully on Sunday 31st December 2023 at her home, Isobel of Tanygraig Road, Bynea, Llanelli. Beloved wife of the late Wyn, devoted mother of Wendy and Helen, much loved mother-in-law of Phil and Robert, cherished Mam of Alys, Mike, Tom, Lydia, Emily, Kyle and Joe, adored great grandmother of George, Erin and Remy and a dear sister of Sybil, Royston, David and the late Beryl. Isobel will be dearly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Thursday 18th January 2024, friends please meet for service at St. David's Church Llwynhendy 10.00 a.m. followed by interment at Bryn Chapel Cemetery 11.00 a.m. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired in Isobel's memory for Many Tears Animal Rescue may be made directly to; Many Tears Animal Rescue, Cwmlogin House, Cefneithin, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire, SA14 7HB or visit their website at http://www.manytearsrescue.org Thank you. Further enquiries to: Arthur Cambrey Funeral Directors, Alban Road, Llanelli, SA15 1ES. Tel: 01554 772829.
Verona Buddug REES (Sister VB)
(Sister VB) Peacefully at home on Thursday, 4th January 2024, aged 90 years, with her family by her side, Verona of Bro Helyg, Rhydargaeau, Carmarthen. Beloved wife of the late Gwyn, loving mother of Ceri and his wife Claire, proud Mamgu of Ella and Iolo, dear sister of Jeanian, Rhiannon and the late Ifor, Tegwyn and Endaf. Strictly private Funeral. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if desired, to: "Cancer Research UK" received by Glanmor Evans & Son, Funeral Directors, Carmarthen. *** Yn dawel yn ei chartref ar ddydd Iau, 4ydd Ionawr 2024, yn 90 oed, gyda'i theulu wrth ei hymyl, Verona o Bro Helyg, Rhydargaeau, Caerfyrddin. Priod annwyl y diweddar Gwyn, mam gariadus Ceri a'i wraig Claire, Mamgu falch Ella ac Iolo, chwaer annwyl Jeanian, Rhiannon a'r diweddar Ifor, Tegwyn ac Endaf. Angladd hollol breifat. Blodau'r teulu yn unig. Rhoddion er cof, os dymunir, i: "Ymchwil Canser y DU" trwy law Glanmor Evans a'i Fab, Trefnwyr Angladdau, Capel Gorffwys Login, Heol Llangynnwr, Caerfyrddin SA31 2PG 01267 237100
Philip Vernon (Phil Mechanic) RICHARDS
(Phil Mechanic) Hunodd yn dawel ar Rhagfyr 26ain, 2023 yn Ysbyty Glangwili. Phil o Pen-y-banc, Llandeilo. Cyn-weithiwr Garej Tegfan a Garej Danycapel. Tad cariadus Carys a Kevin, tadcu Pen-y-banc balch a brawd annwyl. Angladd Dydd Mawrth, Ionawr 23ain, 2024. Gwasanaeth cyhoeddus yn Amlosgfa Llanelli am 12 o'r gloch. Blodau'r teulu yn unig. Rhoddion os dymunir, tuag at, Ambiwlans Awyr Cymru. Trwy law Cyfarwyddwyr Angladdau IC a SM Davies, Glyn Heulog, Ffairfach, SA19 6PD. Ffôn 01558 824344 **** RICHARDS Philip Vernon (Phil Mechanic) Passed away peacefully on December 26th, 2023 at Glangwili Hospital. Phil of Pen-y-banc, Llandeilo. Former employee of Tegfan Garage and Danycapel Garage. Loving father of Carys and Kevin, proud Tadcu Pen-y-banc and a dear brother. Funeral Tuesday, January 23rd 2024. Public service at Llanelli Crematorium at 12noon. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if so desired, toward Wales Air Ambulance c/o IC & SM Davies Funeral Directors, Glyn Heulog, Ffairfach, SA19 6PD. Tel. 01558 824344 Special thanks to all the doctors and nurses on the ITU at Glangwili Hospital for their outstanding care and support Diolch o galon.
Michael RUSSELL
Attended Llanelli Grammar School and Cardiff University, died aged 87 years.
Philip Dawson SANGER
Peacefully at his home, with his devoted wife Jennifer at his side, Philip of Castle Street, Loughor. Loyal son of the late Samuel and Sarah, Beloved brother of Ernest and Hywel. Wonderful father of Ruth and Mark Proud grandfather of Euan, Nia and Iestyn. Cherished uncle to his nieces and nephews, Christine, Helen, David and Jonathan. Philip was a true friend to many and he will be missed greatly. Friends kindly meet at Llanelli Crematorium on Monday 22nd January at 1pm Family flowers only please, donations in lieu of flowers are welcome and can be made payable to Alzheimer's Society or Marie Curie. Further enquiries c/o Thomas Morgan Funeralcare 72 Andrew Street, Llanelli. SA15 3YP 01554 773678.
Jean WARD (Hughes)
(Hughes) Jean passed away peacefully on the morning of the 14th of December 2023, aged 85 years, at University Hospital of Wales. Jean will be greatly missed by her son Paul, her sister Pat, and the rest of the family. Funeral is to be held on Thursday 11th of January 2024 at 2:45pm at Thornhill Crematorium. Donations in lieu of flowers.
Frank WILLIAMS
Peacefully on Thursday December 21st 2023 at Glangwili Hospital, Frank of Llangunnor, Carmarthen. Beloved husband of the late Beti, a dear father of Gwynne, cherished dadcu of James and a respected father-in-law of Carolyn. Funeral service Friday 19th January 2024 at St Mary's Church, Llanllwch at 11:15am followed by cremation at Parc Gwyn Crematorium, Narberth at 1:00pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if so desired for Diabetes UK c/o David E Morris & Son Funeral Directors, 2 Llwyn Meredith, Carmarthen SA31 1EF. Tel 01267 222917.
In Memoriams
Evan EVANS
In loving memory of Evan, Cefnllan, Llandovery. Dearly loved Husband and Dad who died so tragically 44 years ago on the 12th January. To me he was someone special, what more is there to say, I only wish with all my heart, that you were here today. Sadly missed by Maureen, Richard and Martin x X x
Anna Shirley WALKER
Treasured memories of Shirley, beloved wife of Melfyn, loving mother of Gail and Tracy and cherished grandmother of Daniel and Manon who passed away peacefully on 10th January 2023. Loved beyond words and missed beyond measure.
Edna WHITTEN
In loving memory of my MUM. Always on my mind, forever in my heart. All my love always, Jacqueline. x x x
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