Families across Wales pay tribute to loved ones in latest death notices
A total of 79 death notices have been published this week, featuring individuals from Neath, Wrexham, Bangor, Newport, Swansea, Port Talbot, Llangefni, Cardiff, and many other communities across Wales. The notices include details of funeral services, donations, and tributes from family members.
Among those remembered is Betty Wyn Absalom, 86, of Neath Abbey, who passed away peacefully on 22 June 2026 at her home. Her funeral will be held at Margam Crematorium on 6 July at 10:00 a.m. The family has requested family flowers only, with donations to Marie Curie Cymru.
Audrey May Arnold, 90, of Rhostyllen, Wrexham, died on 16 June 2026. Her funeral service will take place at Holy Trinity Church, Rhostyllen on 9 July at 12:30 p.m., followed by interment in the churchyard. Donations in her memory can be made to the British Heart Foundation.
Notices span all ages and communities
Cecil Norman Ballard, 93, of Llangefni, passed away on 16 June 2026 at Glyn Menai Care Home. His public funeral service will be held at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Llangefni on 7 July at 12:00 noon, followed by interment at Llangefni Town Cemetery. Donations are accepted for the Staff Fund at Glyn Menai Care Home.
Janice Beatrice Bannon, known as Jan, died suddenly at her home in Newport on 9 June 2026. She was the beloved wife of the late Eugene and a much-loved mother and grandmother. Her funeral service will be at Holy Trinity Church, Christchurch on 7 July at 11:00 a.m., followed by interment at St Woolos Cemetery. Donations are welcome for the Gwent Cardiac Rehabilitation Trust Fund.
Peter Desmond Bevan, of Peniel Green Road, Llansamlet, Swansea, died at age not specified. His funeral service will be held on 13 July at Margam Crematorium at 2:30 p.m. Family flowers only are requested.
Young and old remembered with love
Leah Jane Bunce, 31, of Llangoed, Anglesey, passed away unexpectedly on 13 June 2026. She is survived by her partner Stephen and children Freya and Delilah. Her public funeral service will be at St. Mary and St. Nicholas Church, Beaumaris on 11 July at 12:00 p.m., followed by private interment. Donations are accepted for Ronald McDonald House UK.
Caryl Vaughan Butler, 62, of Llangefni, died peacefully on 19 June 2026 at Ysbyty Gwynedd. Her public service and burial will be at St. Mary's Church, Llanfair-Mathafarn-Eithaf on 6 July at 11:00 a.m. Donations will be accepted for the Maternity Wards at Ysbyty Gwynedd.
Carl Button, known as Big Butt's, of Port Talbot, died on 12 June 2026. His funeral service will be at Margam Crematorium on 10 July at 1:45 p.m. Mourners are asked to wear Liverpool tops or something red in his memory. Donations are desired for Ward S at Morriston Hospital.
Many notices request charity donations
Irene Joyce Charles, 94, of Neath, died on 9 June 2026 at Morriston Hospital. Her funeral will be at Margam Crematorium on 2 July at 10:30 a.m. Family flowers only are requested.
Barbara Clement, 96, died on 28 May 2026. Her funeral service will be at Llanelli Crematorium on 9 July at 1:00 p.m. Donations can be made to Ty Olwen Hospice.
Jeannie Colman, of Hillside Nursing Home, died on 9 June 2026. Her celebration of life will be at Swansea Crematorium on 3 July at 3:00 p.m. Donations are welcome for Alzheimer's UK.
Kathleen Suzanne Cooke, 51, of Cimla, died on 20 June 2026 at her family home. Her funeral will be at Margam Crematorium on 7 July at 10:00 a.m. Donations may be given to Marie Curie.
Michael John Crean, 67, died on 20 June 2026 surrounded by his family. His service will be at Thornhill Cemetery and Crematorium on 8 July at 1:30 p.m. Donations are requested for City Hospice.
Long lives celebrated
Idris Wynne Davies, 97, retired headmaster of Rhos Helyg School, died on 9 June 2026. His funeral service will be at Capel Y Waun on 3 July at 11:30 a.m. Donations are desired for Gwernaffield Churchyard Fund and Church Hall.
Patricia Davies, 91, died on 10 June 2026 at Morriston Hospital. Her cremation will be at Swansea Crematorium on 7 July at 11:00 a.m., followed by a Thanksgiving Service at St Barnabas Church, Waunarlwydd. Donations are welcome for Ty Olwen or Christian Aid.
Josephine Davies, known as Josie, died on 12 June 2026 at the Heath Hospital, Cardiff. Her funeral service will be at St Patrick's RC Church, Grangetown on 8 July at 1:00 p.m. Family flowers only are requested.
George Davies died peacefully after a long illness at his home in Lampeter. His public funeral service will be at Aberystwyth Crematorium on 4 July at 11:30 a.m. Donations are desired for Velindre Cancer Centre and Lampeter First Responders.
Notices include tributes from across the UK
Lawrence Ducroq, known as Lawrie, died on 30 May at Llandough Hospital. His funeral service will be at Briwnant Chapel, Thornhill on 3 July at 3:00 p.m. Donations can be made to the Alzheimer's Society.
Eleanor Mary Eddershaw, 87, died peacefully at home on 5 June. Her funeral service will be at St. Senwyr's Church, Llansannor on 2 July at 2:00 p.m.
Benita Edge, 88, of Prestatyn, died on 3 June 2026. Her funeral service will be at Denbighshire Memorial Park & Crematorium on 6 July at 12:00 noon. Donations are gratefully received for North Clwyd Animal Rescue.
Thomas Wyn Evans, 88, of Cwmsychpant, Llanybydder, died on 16 June 2026 at Ysbyty Glangwili. His private funeral service will be at Capel y Cwm on 11 July at 12:00 p.m. No flowers are requested.
Clive Evans, 92, died peacefully at home on 19 June 2026. His celebration of life will be at Bangor Crematorium on 10 July at 11:00 a.m. Donations can be made to Bowel Research UK.
Many families request colourful clothing
Ada Eileen Evans died peacefully at home on 21 June 2026. Her funeral service will be at Swansea Crematorium on 14 July at 3:00 p.m. Donations can be sent to British Heart Foundation Cymru.
David Henry Evans, 79, of Gronant, died on 15 June 2026 at Glan Clwyd hospital. His public service will be at St Asaph Crematorium on 7 July at 3:00 p.m. Donations are accepted for Denbighshire District Nurses and Cancer Research.
Don Facey died peacefully on 27 June 2026 after a short illness. His funeral will be at Swansea Crematorium on 14 July at 12:30 p.m.
Margaret Flavell, 81, of Abergele, died on 15 June 2026. Her service will be at St. Michael's Church, Abergele on 10 July at 11:45 a.m. Donations are desired for Open Doors.
Nia Frazer, 56, died peacefully on 12 June 2026 at Ysbyty Gwynedd. Her public service will be at Horeb Chapel Brynsiencyn on 4 July at 1:00 p.m.
Online tributes and livestream options available
Sandra Frohwein died on 4 June at Morriston Hospital. Her funeral service will be at Swansea Crematorium on 8 July at 12:30 p.m. Donations can be made to British Heart Foundation.
Deirdre Frost, 65, of Rhydymwyn, died suddenly on 21 June 2026. Her funeral service will be at Flintshire Memorial Park on 14 July at 3:00 p.m. Donations may be given to the RNIB.
Jean Gale, known as Peace, died unexpectedly on 19 June 2026 at her home in Llandyrnog. She will be greatly missed by friends in bowling and antique circles.
Jaqueline Gold, 84, died on 13 June 2026 at the University Hospital of Wales. Her funeral service will be at Thornhill Crematorium on 30 June at 1:00 p.m. Donations can be sent to the Stroke Association.
Marion Gouge, 87, died on 13 June 2026. Her cremation service will be at Thornhill Crematorium on 9 July at 3:00 p.m. Donations can be made to The Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales.
