ANNOUNCEMENTS
In loving memory
of
JOAN DORCAS ROBERTS
Joan passed away peacefully at Mumbles Nursing Home on the 16th July 2024, aged 92 years.
Loving mother of David and Mandy, Joan will be sadly missed by her doting daughter-in-law, son-in-law and all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Joan's funeral will take place at
Llanelli Crematorium on the 7th August 2024 at 1pm
The family would like to invite all those who wish, to join them in celebrating Joan's life following the service,
at The Beaufort Arms, Pennard Road, Kittle, SA3 3JG.
Flowers Welcome.
Personal tributes to Joan and her family, may be made by contacting Gower Funeral Services using the link below and will be placed on this Notice and/or passed on to the family.
In loving memory
of
PAMELA JOYCE KENNY
PAM
(Formerly of Star Dancewear, Swansea & Cardiff)
Pam passed away peacefully at home on the 19th June 2024, aged 91 years.
Loving wife of Len, mother to Susan, David & Steven, mother-in-law to Phil, Deb & Ruth.
Beloved grandmother to Jemma, Ellis & Jordan and great-grandmother to Levii, Alffie & Macsen.
Pam will be sadly missed by all her family and friends.
The funeral will take place at
Llanelli Crematorium on the 12th July 2024 at 11am
The family would like to invite all those who wish, to join them in celebrating Pam's life following the service,
at The Valley, Bishopston Road, Bishopston SA3 3EJ..
Those who are unable to attend the funeral may access a live webcast of the service, via the following:
https://watch.obitus.com
username : hipu6731
Password: 787256
Donations in lieu of flowers are welcome, to Alzheimer's Research UK and Alzheimer's Society and may be made online through the link below shortly, or by contacting Gower Funeral Services directly.
Personal tributes to Pam and her family, may also be made by contacting Gower Funeral Services using the link below and will be placed on this Notice and/or passed on to the family.
In loving memory
of
WILFRED ALAN WEAR
Alan passed away peacefully at home on the 3rd June 2024, aged 82 years.
Loving husband to Valerie, beloved father of Neil & Rachael, doting grandfather to Danielle, Kieran, James, Alex, Charlie, Maisie-Mae & Harry and great-grandfather to Oliver, Bella, Ella & Eleanor.
Alan will be sadly missed by all his family and friends.
The funeral will take place at
Llanelli Crematorium on the 4th July 2024 at 12 noon
The family would like to invite all those who wish to join them in celebrating Alan's life, following the service,
at the Pennard Golf Club, Pennard, Swansea.
Donations in lieu of flowers are welcome, to The British Heart Foundation & The Shipwrecked Fishermen and Mariners' Royal Benevolent Fund and may be made online through the link below shortly, or by contacting Gower Funeral Services directly.
Personal tributes to Alan and his family, may also be made by contacting Gower Funeral Services using the link below and will be placed on this Notice and/or passed on to the family.
In loving memory
of
OLGA MAY HUGHES
Olga passed away peacefully at home on the 29th February 2024, aged 89.
Devoted wife of the late John Raymond, loving mother to Carol & Paul, doting grandmother to
Claire, Wayne & Zoe and great-grandmother to Rhys, Sara, Summer, Cooper & Elsa.
Olga will be sadly missed by all her family and friends.
The funeral will take place at
Llanelli Crematorium on the 21st March 2024 at 1pm
The family would like to invite all those who wish to join them in celebrating Olga's life, following the service,
at the Rake & Riddle, Penclawdd.
Donations in lieu of flowers are welcome, to Asthma & Lung UK, and may be made online through the link below shortly, or by contacting Gower Funeral Services directly.
Personal tributes to Olga and her family, may also be made by contacting Gower Funeral Services using the link below and will be placed on this Notice and/or passed on to the family.
In loving memory
of
ROGER PIPER
Roger passed away peacefully at Morriston Hospital on the 30th December 2023, aged 65.
Adored son of the late Dilys & Ken. Beloved brother of Robert & Joan, brother-in-law to Jackie & the late Colin and loving uncle to all his nieces & nephews. Beloved friend of Paulette, Justin & Julie, Sarah & Martin and Grampa Grumps to Liam, Leon, Luka and the late Levi. Roger will be sadly missed by all his family and friends.
Roger’s funeral will take place at
11am on Saturday 27th January 2024 at Llanelli Crematorium
Family flowers only.
To access a live webcast of the service, please go to
https://watch.obitus.com
username : joqi2313
Password: 453007
Donations in lieu of flowers are welcome, too Asthma & Lung UK, and may be made online through the link below shortly, or by contacting Gower Funeral Services directly.
Please use the ‘Donations and Tributes’ link below and enter Roger's name.
Personal tributes may also be made by contact Gower Funeral Services using the link below and will be placed on this Notice and/or passed on to the family.
Tributes:
“Benidorm will miss you Roger, Jumping Jacks is not the same without you sitting at the bar." Your friend, Janine xxxxx
"I met Roger in Benidorm with my best friend Sarah and we became friends afterwards. He was a loving, caring man and loved his friends and family dearly. I will always treasure the memories we shared. RIP Roger" Michelle Pothecary
"Roger, Sheilagh and Frank have enjoyed your company in Benidorm over the years.....we've had some laughs dressing up for Paddy's....Sheilagh is waiting for you at the pearly gates.....goodbye old pal." Frank McCaffrey
In loving memory
of
Amanda Jayne Bowman (nee Roberts)
MANDY
Loving wife of Ken and loving mother of Charlotte.
Adored sister to David and treasured daughter of Joan and the late Eric Roberts.
Mandy was cherished by all her family and friends, and she will be tremendously missed by everyone.
The funeral will be held at Llanelli Crematorium on 8th December 2023 at 1pm, all welcome.
Ken and Charlotte would also like to invite you to the King Arthur, Reynoldston following the service, for light refreshments and a celebration of a great life.
Family flowers only.
If you would like to send a small donation in lieu of flowers to the Alzheimers Society, this would be greatly appreciated.
Donations may be made online through the link below or by contacting Gower Funeral Services directly.
To access a live webcast of the service, please go to
https://watch.obitus.com
username: yequ8786
password: 963810
Llanelli Crematorium, Penprys Road, Dafen, Llanelli SA14 8BX
King Arthur Hotel, Higher Green, Reynoldston, Gower, Swansea SA3 1AD
Please use the ‘Donations and Tributes’ link below and enter Mandy's name.
Personal tributes may also be made by contact Gower Funeral Services using the link below and will be passed on to the family.
In loving memory
of
Professor Nigel Clement Halley STOTT
November 27th 1939 - September 18th 2023.
Beloved husband of Mary; loving father of Philip, Paula and Howard; adored grandfather of Ella, Annie, Tom and Lily and great-grandfather of Finn.
Eminent physician and Professor of General Practice in Cardiff (University of Wales College of Medicine); he inspired and influenced many generations of doctors.
A service of thanksgiving for Nigel’s life will take place on Friday 20th October 2023 in St. Illtyd’s Church, Oxwich at 2pm. Those who knew Nigel and would like to join us to celebrate his life are very welcome.
As the church is very small, the service will be relayed to the marquee in the Oxwich Bay Hotel.
Wearing black is optional.
Nigel loved the natural beauty of the sea and Gower beaches, headlands, dunes and marshes. He was a keen sailor, storyteller, woodworker and organic gardener. He had a deep faith and an abiding love of nature, sharing many happy times with his family and friends by the sea in Wales and South Africa.
Gifts in honour of Nigel’s life are very welcome in lieu of flowers to support the following charities:
Welsh Air Ambulance Trust,
the
Royal National Lifeboat Institution;
and
The Stroke Association
Please use the ‘Donations and Tributes’ link below and enter the name 'NCH Stott'
Personal tributes may also be made by contact Gower Funeral Services using the link below.
In loving memory
of
Susan Elizabeth RICHARDS
Susan Elizabeth Richards sadly, but peacefully passed away at Morriston Hospital on 22nd June 2023, aged 68, surrounded by her loving family.
Loving and caring Mother of Louise and Claire, Wife of her late husband David, much loved Sister-in-law of Paul and Pat, Sister of Linda, Jackie, Phillip and Michael. and loving Auntie to all her nephews and nieces who will miss her dearly.
Susan's funeral will take place at Morriston Cemetery on 18th July 2023 at 12.15pm.
Susan will be leaving her home, with the funeral cortege at approximately 11.45am
In memory of Susan, the family ask those attending wear bright colours to celebrate her fun and bubbly life which she enjoyed so much.
Flowers welcome.
The family invite all those attending the funeral to join them, to remember Susan, celebrate her life and share memories. at The Kings Head, Llangyfelach Road, Treboeth following the funeral.
All enquiries to Gower Funeral Services.
Personal tributes may also be sent directly to enquiries@gowerfunerals.co.uk or by clicking on 'contact us' below, for placing on this Notice.
In loving memory
of
Andrina LAWRY
Andrina sadly passed away on 7th March 2023, aged 69 years.
Loving mother to Alan & April, doting grandmother to Caylee, Merrick, Kieran, Aiden, Charlie & Jackson and sister to Yvonne, Kerry, Gary & Dwana.
Andrina will be sadly missed by all her family and friends.
Andrina was born on 13th February 1954 to Corporal Ronald Alan Lawry & June Margaret Lawry. The middle of 5 children, Andrina lived with her family in the Army Barracks, Colchester before moving to Germany shortly after she was born.
Her first school was the BFES School in Herford, Germany before the family moved back to the UK, where they lived in the Kingston Army Barracks, London. Thereafter, Andrina’s father was posted to the Far East, and Andrina attended the Royal Alexandra &Albert Boarding school in Surrey, whilst having the opportunity of spending all her school holidays in Hong Kong and Malaysia for circa 5 years, before the family moved to Catterick Garrison, North Yorkshire and subsequently Volis Hill, Taunton in Somerset.
In 1972, aged 18, Andrina followed in her father’s footsteps and joined the British Army, Royal Signals. Her first posting was to Germany, where she met Howard. In 1975, Andrina left the Army and moved to Cyprus where she and Howard were married, and had their first child Alan, in 1980.
In 1982, Howard was posted to Northern Ireland. He was joined by Andrina and Alan and their family expanded with the birth of their daughter April. The family moved in 1985 to Celle, Germany and then to Ramstein in 1987, before moving back to the UK in 1992 to Andover.
Sadly, Andrina and Howard later separated, however, in 1999, Andrina moved to live in Swansea where she made a new civilian life for herself closer to Alan, who was based in Haverfordwest.
She was fortunate to have her daughter April close by, and over time 3 of her grandchildren. Later, her son Alan, moved slightly further away to North Wales, but this did not stop her from being a doting grandmother to all 6 of her grandchildren.
Being the first to pass away, Andrina sadly leaves behind all of her siblings.
Donations, if so desired, may be made to the Cats Protection through our online donations by
clicking on 'Donations and Tributes' below and entering the name 'Andrina Lawry'.
Personal tributes may also be sent directly to enquiries@gowerfunerals.co.uk or by clicking on 'contact us' below, for placing on this Notice.
In loving memory of
Dorothy Rowena RODAWAY
Dot passed away peacefully in Morriston Hospital on 2nd February 2023, aged 91.
Loving wife of Mike and devoted mother to her sons Steven and Edward,
grandmother to Alys, Elsbeth, Anwen and Ellie-Anna, sister to the late Gordon and Ray Milne
and much loved sister-in-law to Sally and Audrey and all her nieces and nephews.
Dot will be sadly missed by all her family and friends.
The Funeral service will take place at St Mary's Church, Pennard on 2nd March 2023 at 2pm followed by a burial at Pennard Community Cemetery.
All enquiries please contact Gower Funeral Services.
For charitable donations in lieu of flowers to the Alzheimer's Research UK, and tributes via Love 2 Donate, please click here and enter the name ‘Dorothy Rowena Rodaway’
Tributes:
“Grief, I've learned, is really just love. It's all the love you want to give, but cannot.
All that unspent love gathers up in the corners of your eyes, the lump in your throat, and in that hollow part of your chest.
Grief is just love with no place to go."
Annie, Phil, Ed, Walter, Dexter & Seren
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In loving memory of
Jan EVANS
Jan sadly passed away on 1st January 2023 at Morriston Hospital, aged 96 years.
Wife of the late Tommy, Jan was a loving mother to Geraint and Haulwen, mother-in-law to Gill and devoted grandmother to Rhiannon and Katy & great-grandmother to Cerys, Jack, Jasmeena and Noah.
Jan's Funeral service will take place on 23rd January 2023 at Parkmill Chapel at 12 noon, followed by a burial service at Pennard Community Cemetery.
All enquiries please contact Gower Funeral Services.
For charitable donations in lieu of flowers to the Friends of Morriston Hospital, and tributes via Love2Donate, please click here and enter the name ‘Jan Evans’
In loving memory of
Malcolm John WILLIAMS
Malcolm sadly passed away on 2nd November 2022, aged 66 years.
Loving father of Garath, Anthony & Sara and fun loving grandfather to all his grandchildren. Doting brother to his big “little’ sister Cynth and fun loving brother to Gordon. A friend to all that met him, Malcolm will be sadly missed by all who knew him.
Malcolm's Funeral will take place on 28th November 2022 at Llanelli Crematorium at 1pm.
All enquiries please contact Gower Funeral Services.
For charitable donations in lieu of flowers to the PDSA, and tributes via Love2Donate, please click here and enter the name ‘Malcolm John Williams’
In loving memory of
Andrew Ceri TALBOT
The family announce the unexpected passing of Andrew in Swansea on 30th September 2022. aged 60 years
Andrews Funeral will take place on 26th October 2022 at Margam Crematorium at 10.30am.
All enquiries please contact Gower Funeral Services.
For charitable donations in lieu of flowers to COMMUNITY MUSIC WALES, and tributes via Love2Donate, please click here and enter the name ‘Andrew Ceri Talbot’
In loving memory of
Robert GRIFFITHS
Robert sadly passed away peacefully at Morriston Hopsital on 13th August 2022, aged 75.
Loving and devoted husband of Pauline, Robert will be dearly missed by all his family and friends.
Funeral arrangements: Llanelli Crematorium on 8th September 2022 at 1pm.
All enquiries please contact Gower Funeral Services.
For charitable donations in lieu of flowers to THE SALVATION ARMY, and tributes via Love2Donate, please click here and enter the name ‘Robert Griffiths’
In loving memory of
David Jon BEVERLEY
David sadly passed away peacefully at Singleton Hopsital on 10th October 2021, aged 84.
Loving husband to Kay and proud father of Jeffrey and Patrick. David also leaves behind his brother Andrew and sister Ann in Cape Town, South Africa.
David will be sadly missed by all his family and friends.
Funeral arrangements: Llanelli Crematorium on 2nd November 2021 at 3pm.
All enquiries please contact Gower Funeral Services.
For charitable donations in lieu of flowers to DEMENTIA UK, and tributes via Love2Donate, please click here and enter the name ‘David Beverley’
In loving memory of
Doreen Elaine SOLEY
Doreen's family wish to announce her peaceful passing on 1st October 2021, aged 98 at Hillside Care Home, Swansea.
Loving mother to Michael and Don, mother-in-law to Margaret, devoted grandmother to Sharon Marie, Claire, Barbara, David & Margaret and great -grandmother to Rebecca, Jessica, Aiden, Jamie, Rory, Charlotte & Violet.
Doreen will be sadly missed by all her family and those who knew her.
The Funeral will take place at Llanelli Crematorium on 25th October 2021 at 12 noon with the funeral cortège leaving Hillside Care Home at approximately 10.50-11am.
All enquiries please contact Gower Funeral Services.
For charitable donations in lieu of flowers to ALZHEIMERS UK, and tributes via Love2Donate, please click here and enter the name ‘Doreen Soley’
In loving memory of
Joan RICHARDS
At the wonderful age of 94, Joan Richards, widow of the late Ray Richards, has sadly passed away peacefully at her home in Kitlle on 20th August 2021.
A loving mother to Anne and Kim, adoring Gu to her grandsons Kenneth, Matthew & Edward and her great -grandchildren Mason, Leo & Mali.
A life well lived, she will be greatly missed by family and friends.
Funeral arrangements: Llanelli Crematorium 6th September 2021 at 1pm followed by refreshments at
The Southgate, 15, Southgate Road, Pennard from 2.45pm onwards.
The family respectfully request that all those attending the Funeral have been vaccinated x2 for the Covid-19 virus, in order to ensure the health and wellbeing of others.
Please can all those attending adhere to the Llanelli Crematorium Covid-19 'good practice' rules which can be found on their website at www.llanellicrematorium.co.uk
All enquiries please contact Gower Funeral Services.
For charitable donations in lieu of flowers to WALES AIR AMBULANCE, and tributes via Love2Donate, please click here and enter the name ‘Joan Richards’
In loving memory of
Hugh MACKENZIE
(Formerly worked for South Wales Transport)
Hugh passed away peacefully at Burrows Hall Nursing Home on 27th July 2021, aged 73.
Loving son of the late Ian and Evelyn (Mim) Mackenzie of Dunvant, and beloved nephew of the late Agnes Collins.
Hugh will be cremated on 26th August 2021.
An internment of Hugh’s ashes will take place at St Hilary’s Churchyard, Killay on 13th September 2021 at 11am.
All enquiries, please contact Gower Funeral Services
For charitable donations in lieu of flowers to MIND, and tributes via Love2Donate, please click here and enter the name ‘Hugh Mackenzie.’
Tributes:
“I first met Hugh as baby when Ian, and Evelyn came on their annual family visit. Thereafter we met just about every year as Hugh adopted his father’s love of the Highlands, particularly of Strome Ferry and Kyle of Lochalsh where Ian was born and brought up. Hughs’ uncles, aunts and cousins loved his accent and bubbling personality and he soon became a well known lad in the village. When I made a memorable visit to Dunvant he proudly showed me around and was happy to introduce me to the Colins family , particularly Agnes. When I came to live in Edinburgh, Hugh would break his long rail journey to and from Kyle and stay with me.
He was named after Hugh ( Hughie) the Mackenzie’s youngest son who was killed in Italy near the end of the war in 1945. And indeed I remember Ian calling him Hughie.
I last saw him at Ian’s funeral. Although we sadly we lost contact he’ll always stay in my mind.
Rest in Peace, Hugh.”
Philip Mackenzie
“So sorry to hear of Hughs passing. My brother and I have not seen Hugh since he was a young man who used to visit his Dads relatives in Kyle, Scotland . My Dad and Hughs Dad were first cousins . We remember his enthusiasm for the Scottish Highlands and he always enjoyed his stays there. RIP Hugh”.
Lynne and Boyd Mackenzie, Kyle
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In loving memory of
Sally CLAYDEN
Sally passed away peacefully at home on 19th June 2021.
Loving wife of John and mother of Chris, Sally will be deeply missed by all her family and friends.
A private woodland burial will take place for ‘invitees’ only on 12th July 2021.
Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to the family’s chosen recipient, a homeless support shelter run by Pauline Town, from The Station Hotel in Ashton-Under-Lyne, whose work Sally was a keen supporter of.
All enquiries please contact Gower Funeral Services.
For charitable donations and tributes via Love2Donate please click here and enter Sally’s full name.
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In loving memory of
Royston Leonard COLLINS
(ROY)
It is with great sadness that Roy’s wife, Ali, announces his passing on 14th April 2021 at Morriston Hospital aged 76 years.
Roy will be missed by all of this family and those that knew him, especially his two sons Joseff and Austyn.
May he rest in peace.
A private funeral will be held for ‘invitees’ only (due to the current restrictions) at Oldwalls Chapel.
Those wishing to pay their last respects may do so as the Funeral Courtege leaves the family home in Penclawdd at approximately 1pm on Friday 30th April 2021 and/or en route to the Chapel.
Family flowers only please.
Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to the Llanrhidian Primary School who are raising monies for outdoor furniture for the children by clicking on the 'Donations & Tributes' button below and entering the name 'Roy Collins'.
All enquiries in relation to donations and/or funeral arrangements are requested by the family to be made to ourselves: Gower Funeral Services, by either clicking on the 'contact us' button below or contacting us
via email : enquiries@gowerfunerals.co.uk or
Telephone : 07494878135
Personal tributes may also be sent directly to enquiries@gowerfunerals.co.uk or by clicking on 'contact us' below, Any personal tributes sent to ourselves will be placed on this Notice.
PERSONAL TRIBUTES TO ROY
‘Roy lived opposite me when I was younger and was a great friend to my Mother who has also sadly gone now. He was a joker and full of smiles and the joy of life, every time I saw him he was happy. He was particularly happy chopping wood and cutting down my trees with the chainsaw!
Although the trees can now sigh with relief!! The rest of us will miss him and the happiness that he spread’.
Mark Collings
’I had the chance to meet Roy only for a few times but his kindness and his smiles do remain in my memory!
You could see clearly in his face the love for his wife and kids.
His memory will remain in our hearts forever’
Penny Abatzi
‘I remember the day well!
Ali had been a dear friend and colleague at school for the last six years and now she was getting married!
I was honoured to be asked to do the wedding flowers. I was so happy for her. She was marrying her Knight and Soulmate. Roy was her passion and inspiration. Roy was genuine, kind and had a great big heart. He was easy to talk to and always had a smile and a great sense of humour. He had an exciting life ahead.
Michael and I often recall and giggle at the wonderful and witty wedding speeches.
He lived life to the full.
Roy will be greatly missed but has been an inspiration to many.
Forever in our hearts’
Jane and Michael Duffy
'Roy always had a welcoming smile when I first met him at Llanmorlais Hall at the Labour Party meetings. He was a real gentleman and I'll remember him fondly. My sincere condolences to Ali and the children'
Melissa & family (Melissa Roberts)
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In loving memory of
Peter CAHILL
Peter passed away peacefully on 25th January 2021 at his home in Oxwich, aged 72.
Peter was a devoted Husband to Betty, loving father to Rachel & father-in-law to Gio and beloved grandfather to Elene and Annie. Peter will be sadly missed by all his family and friends.
Peter’s funeral will take place at Llanelli Crematorium. The service will be a private family service by invitation only.
Those wishing to pay their last respects may do so as the Funeral Cortège leaves the family home on Saturday 27th February 2021.
For further details please contact us at Gower Funeral Services on
07494 878135 or by email at enquiries@gowerfunerals.co.uk or by clicking ‘contact us’ below
Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to the family's chosen charity:
The British Heart Foundation
&
Swansea Bay Health Charity (Cardigan Ward & Liz Baker Dialysis Unit)
by clicking on 'Donations and Tributes' below and entering Peter’s name .
Personal tributes may also be sent directly to enquiries@gowerfunerals.co.uk or by clicking on 'contact us' below, Tributes will be placed on this Notice.
Tributes:
”Peter was a great boss and a good friend, I will miss him dearly” Mandy Russ (nee Harris)
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In loving memory of
Margaret Wilkes
Margaret’s family wish to announce her sudden passing on 3rd January 2021, aged 74 at MorristonHospital, Swansea.
Loving mother to Natalie and Steven and mother in law to David and ever devoted widow of the late James Edward (Jimmy) Wilkes.
Margaret also leaves behind her partner Terrence (Terry) Griffiths, sister Jean Mathias, brother Bryan Yelland, brother Roger Venables, along with brothers in law Lynden, Billy, Peter and sisters in law Barbara, Sylvia and Shiela. She will be sadly missed by all her family and those who knew her.
A private family funeral (registered invitees only) will take place with a service at St Peters Church, Newton, followed by Cremation at Llanelli Crematorium during the second week of February 2021.
Those wishing to pay their respects may do so as the Funeral Courtege passes Margaret’s home in Loughor. Please contact Gower Funeral Services for further details.
Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to the family's chosen charity:
The British Heart Foundation
by clicking on 'Donations and Tributes' below and entering Margaret’s full name .
Personal tributes may also be sent directly to enquiries@gowerfunerals.co.uk or by clicking on 'contact us' below, Tributes will be placed on this Notice.
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In loving memory of
Peter Jeremy EKIN-WOOD
Peter sadly passed away on the 9th of December 2020 at the age of 81. He will be missed by so many people and leaves behind his wife Shan, his three daughters; Abi, Kim and Tiffany and his four grandchildren.
Peter grew up in East Sussex with his brother Steve and sisters Nicky and Sandy and his mother Gladys and father Gerald. He loved his career as a press photographer and photography remained his passion and hobby throughout his life and he was President of Newport Photographic club for a number of years. He also worked as a sub editor for the South Wales Argus and owned an antique shop with his wife Shan. Shan and Peter bought an 18th century farm house called Glyn Gwyn Farmhouse and restored it to its glory over 40 years. The house became the family home and the place of wonderful memories. Peter kept himself busy with DIY projects on the house and later on making things for his beloved grandchildren.
He moved to the Gower peninsular with his wife Shan 6 years ago for a better quality of life and enjoyed many walks and meetings at beach cafes and pub lunches with his family. He loved watching and playing with his grandchildren.
He really enjoyed his holidays and travelled all over the world including Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand and Africa.
Those who knew him will know he was a real gentleman, he was caring, always listened and had a great sense of humour. He had strong morals and believed that happiness in life should always come before jobs and money and always encouraged his children to pursue a career that they love.
Peter was a nature lover, he started bird watching as a child and continued to enjoy spending time outdoors, taking photographs of animals, birds and landscapes. He also loved wildflowers and taught his children to appreciate nature and how it can enrich your life. For this reason, we have chosen a charity that supports wildlife, nature conservation and creating the right habitat for nature to thrive, the Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales. The charity manage a large number of sites on the Gower and many of them are near to where Peter lived and enjoyed visiting such as Port Eynon beach. In lieu of flowers, we are sure Peter would have appreciated a donation to this charity to continue the work they do.
Peter’s funeral will be held on the 8th of January at Bishopston church by invite only due to numbers. He will be buried at Oystermouth woodland burial site overlooking the Mumbles and the sea.
Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to the family's chosen charity:
The Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales
by clicking on 'Donations and Tributes' below and entering the name 'Peter Ekin-Wood'.
Personal tributes may also be sent directly to enquiries@gowerfunerals.co.uk or by clicking on 'contact us' below, for placing on this Notice.
In loving memory of
Ann PHILLIPS
With great sadness, we announce the loss of Ann Phillips (nee Hughes) who died peacefully at home with her close, loving family on Sunday 6th December 2020.
Beloved wife of David, much loved mum of Lisa, Paula and Sarah, devoted Nana of Luca, Jowan, Max, Emily and Elliot, and respected mother-in-law of Tim, Iain and Stuart.
A private burial will take place at the Church of St Madoc, Llanmadoc, Gower.
Family flowers only.
Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to
Cancer Research UK
by clicking on 'Donations and Tributes' below and entering the name 'Ann Phillips'.
Personal tributes may also be sent directly to enquiries@gowerfunerals.co.uk or by clicking on 'contact us' below, for placing on this Notice.
In loving memory of
Leonard Ernest KENNY
LEN
Len passed away peacefully at home on 24th November 2020 aged 85 years.
Loving husband to Pam, father to Susan, David and Steven and father-in-law to Phil, Deb and Ruth. Beloved grandfather to Jemma, Ellis and Jordan and great-grandfather to Levii, Alffie and Macsen.
Formerly worked at the DVLA, Swansea, circa 1970 -1994.
A private cremation service will be held at Llanelli Crematorium on Tuesday 8th December 2020 at 4pm. The service is restricted to close family, by 'invitation' only, due to the current restrictions. Anyone wishing to pay their respect may do so as the cortege leaves the family home at approximately 3pm on 8th December 2020.
Family flowers only.
Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to Alzheimer's Research UK and/or the Alzheimer's Society by clicking on 'Donations & Tributes' below or via our 'Donations & Tributes' page and entering the name 'Len Kenny'.
Personal tributes may also be sent directly to enquiries@gowerfunerals.co.uk or by clicking on 'contact us' below, for placing on this Notice.
In loving memory of
Janice Louise RICHARDS-EVANS
In loving memory of
Andy DAVEY
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