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Peter Cooper

(County Councillor Saron Ward, Ammanford)

(Cynghorydd y Sir, Saron, Rhydaman)

On Monday, 10th August at Heol Llwchwr, Ammanford, Peter formerly of Saron Road, Saron passed away.

Much loved father of Anthony, Calvin, Zena and Rhydian and a dear father in law, grandfather, great grandfather, brother and uncle.

Funeral on Thursday, 3rd September, public service at Llanelli Crematorium at 4.00pm. 

Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to the Guide Dogs kindly received by Hywel Griffiths and Sons, Bwtrimawr, 39 Betws Road, Betws, Ammanford, SA18 2HE. 

Ar ddydd Llun, 10fed o Awst, yn Heol Llwchwr, Rhydaman, hunodd Peter o Heol Saron, Saron gynt.

Tad cariadus Anthony, Calvin, Zena a Rhydian, tad yng nghyfraith, tadcu, hen dadcu, brawd ac wncwl annwyl.

Gwasanaeth cyhoeddus yn Amlosgfa Llanelli ddydd Iau, Medi 3ydd am 4.00 y prynhawn. 

Blodau’r teulu yn unig. Derbynnir cyfraniadau, os dymunir, tuag at ‘Guide Dogs’ drwy law Hywel Griffiths a’i Feibion, 39 Heol Y Betws, Betws, Rhydaman, SA18 2HE.

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Passed away on:
10-08-2026

John Alun Thomas Jenkins (Alun)

Yn dawel ddydd Mawrth 28ain o Orffennaf, yn ei gartref yn 'Rhydaman', yng nghwmni ei deulu, hunodd Alun.

Gŵr ffyddlon y ddiweddar Ann, tad cariadus Bethan ac Elin, tadcu annwyl Trystan a Sara, Rhunedd, Rhys ac Elgan, hen dadcu hoffus Iolo Alun, Tomos John, a Mari Elsi, tad yng nghyfraith parchus Mike a Berian. Gwelir ei golled yn fawr gan ei deulu a’i ffrindiau oll.

Angladd ddydd Iau 20fed o Awst. Gwasanaeth yng Nghapel Gorffwys Bwtrimawr, Betws am 2.00 y prynhawn a chladdedigaeth oddi yno ym mynwent Bethany, Rhydaman. Estynnir croeso i chi ymuno â’r teulu am luniaeth ysgafn yn y Llew Coch, Llandybie wedi’r gwasanaethau.

Blodau’r teulu yn unig. Cyfraniadau, os dymunir, tuag at Banc Bwyd Rhydaman drwy law y Trefnwyr Angladdau, Hywel Griffiths a’i Feibion, Bwtrimawr, 39 Heol y Betws, Betws, Rhydaman, SA18 2HE neu drwy’r ddolen Just Giving.


Peacefully on Tuesday, 28th July, at his home in Ammanford, surrounded by his family, Alun passed away.

Devoted husband of the late Ann, loving father of Bethan and Elin, dear grandfather of Trystan and Sara, Rhunedd, Rhys and Elgan, fond great-grandfather of Iolo Alun, Tomos John, and Mari Elsi, and respected father-in-law of Mike and Berian. He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends.

Funeral on Thursday, 20th August. Service at the Chapel of Rest, Bwtrimawr, Betws at 

2.00 p.m., followed by interment at Bethany Chapel Cemetery, Ammanford. You are warmly invited to join the family for light refreshments at the Red Lion, Llandybie, after the services.

Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, to Ammanford Food Bank kindly received by the Funeral Directors, Hywel Griffiths & Sons, Bwtrimawr, 39 Betws Road, Betws, Ammanford, SA18 2HE, or via the JustGiving link.

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Passed away on:
28-07-2026

Janet Elizabeth Roberts

Suddenly on Monday, 27th July, at her home in Penygroes, Janet formerly of Ammanford, sadly passed away.

Much loved wife of Keith, dear mother of Richard and Rhian, respected mother-in-law of Nia and Jason, loving 'Mams bach' of Gwenno, Efa, Megan, Geraint and Lois, and fond sister of June, Linda and Susan. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends.

Funeral on Wednesday 19th August. Service at Llanelli Crematorium at 2.00p.m. You are warmly invited to join the family for light refreshments at the Red Lion, Llandybie, after the services.

Flowers may be given, and to be delivered to the Chapel of Rest, Bwtrimawr, Betws by Tuesday 18th August. Further enquiries to Hywel and Griffiths and Sons, Bwtrimawr, 39 Betws Road, Betws, Ammanford, SA18 2HE.

Yn sydyn ddydd Llun 27ain o Orffennaf, yn ei chartref, hunodd Janet, o Benygroes, Rhydaman gynt. 

Gwraig ffyddlon Keith, mam annwyl Richard a Rhian, mam yng nghyfraith barchus Nia a Jason, Mams bach gariadus Gwenno, Efa, Megan, Geraint a Lois a chwaer hoffus June, Linda a Susan. Gwelir ei cholled yn fawr gan ei theulu a’i ffrindiau oll.

 Angladd ddydd Mercher, 19eg o Awst. Gwasanaeth yn Amlosgfa Llanelli am 2.00 y prynhawn. Estynnir croeso i chi ymuno â’r teulu am luniaeth ysgafn yn y Llew Coch, Llandybie wedi’r gwasanaethau.  

Blodau os dymunir, i’w danfon i’r Capel Gorffwys, Bwtrimawr, Betws, erbyn ddydd Mawrth 18fed o Awst.  Ymholiadau pellach i Hywel Griffiths a’i Feibion, Bwtrimawr, 39 Heol y Betws, Betws, Rhydaman, SA18 2HE.

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Passed away on:
27-07-2026

Alun Rhys Thomas (Rhysie)

It is with great sadness that we as a family announce the passing of our beloved Alun. 

Much loved husband of Jo, devoted father of Hollie, Sam and Maddie, adored Datcu of Macie, Tom and Morgan, loved brother of Twiz and a fond uncle. 

Funeral on Friday 14th August. Service at Llanelli Crematorium at 2.00pm, followed by light refreshments, or an emergency pint at the Red Lion, Llandybie, SA18 2TL.

Family flowers only. Donations, in lieu, if so desired either to Swansea Cats and Kittens Home or West Wales Poundies (please make cheques payable to Hywel Griffiths and Sons) kindly received by the Funeral Directors, Hywel Griffiths and Sons, Bwtrimawr, 39 Betws Road, Betws, Ammanford, SA18 2HE or via the Just Giving link

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Passed away on:
19-07-2026

Jennifer Lewis

Suddenly on Friday 3rd July at Prince Philip Hospital, Llanelli, Jennifer of High Street, Ammanford.

Beloved wife of the late Gilbert, much loved mother of Darren, respected mother in law of Liz and sadly missed by all her family and friends.

Funeral on Friday 31st July, service for family and friends at Swansea Crematorium at 11.30am.

Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to Cancer Research Wales kindly received by Hywel Griffiths and Sons, Funeral Directors, 39 Betws Road, Betws, Ammanford SA18 2HE.

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Passed away on:
03-07-2026

Gerald Reginald Marsh Bartlett (Gerald)

Sadly on Thursday 16th July at Prince Philip Hospital, Llanelli, Gerald of Ammanford, originally of Mountain Ash, passed away.

Much loved husband of Kay, devoted father of Gerald, Tracey Caroline and Deborah, dear father in law of Gary, doting grandfather of Mathew, Nicholas, Thomas, Hannah, Kate and Lowri Beth and a proud great grandfather of Finbarr, Anni-Beth, Brendan, Henri, Connor and Freja. He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. 

Funeral on Thursday 30th July.  Service at Llanelli Crematorium at 2.00pm followed by light refreshments at The Plough and Harrow, Betws. SA18 2HE. 

According to the family’s wishes, you are kindly ask to wear a pink accessory. 

Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to be shared between the following charities - Parkinsons UK, British Heart Foundation, Dementia UK and Alzheimer’s Research (please make cheques payable to Hywel Griffiths and Sons) will be kindly received the Funeral Directors, Cwmni Griffiths Bwtrimawr, 39 Betws Road, Betws, Ammanford SA18 2HE, or via the Just Giving link.

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Passed away on:
16-07-2026

Gillian Rees

With great sadness on Monday 6th July at her home, Mrs Gillian Rees, of Saron Road, Ammanford, passed away suddenly. 

Much loved wife of the late Brian, devoted mother of Nicola and Emma, cherished mother in law of Amir and Dylan, adored Grandma of Katie, Louis, Anna and Efa, dear sister of Meryl and Pat and respected sister in law of Steve and the late Gwyn.  She will be missed dearly by all her family and friends. 

Funeral on Wednesday 29th July. Service at Llanelli Crematorium at 12.00 noon.

Family flowers only. Donations, in lieu, if so desired to local charities, kindly received by the Funeral Directors (please make cheques payable to Hywel Griffiths and Sons) or via the Just Giving page.


Gyda thristwch mawr,  ddydd Llun 6ed o Orffennaf yn ei chartref, hunodd Mrs Gillian Rees o Heol Saron, Rhydaman.

Gwraig ffyddlon y diweddar Brian, mam gariadus Nicola ac Emma, mam-yng-nghyfraith barchus Amir a Dylan, Mam-gu dyner Katie, Louis, Anna ac Efa, chwaer annwyl Meryl a Pat a chwaer-yng-nghyfraith cefnogol Steve a'r diweddar Gwyn. Gwelir ei cholled yn fawr iawn gan ei theulu a’i ffrindiau oll. 

Angladd ddydd Mercher 29ain o Orffennaf. Gwasanaeth yn Amlosgfa Llanelli am 12.00 canol dydd. 

Blodau'r teulu yn unig. Cyfraniadau, os dymunir, i elusennau lleol, drwy law y Trefnwyr Angladdau (sieciau'n daladwy i Hywel Griffiths a'i Feibion) neu drwy dudalen Just Giving.

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Passed away on:
06-07-2026

Cynthia Joyce Thomas

Peacefully on Wednesday, 24th June, at her home at Glynderi Cottages, Glanamman, Ammanford, Cynthia sadly passed away.

Beloved wife of the late Glyn, much loved mother of Catherine, Jeremy and Jonathan, dear mother in law, grandmother and great grandmother. Sadly missed by all her family and friends. 

Funeral on Wednesday, 22nd July, service for family and friends at Llanelli Crematorium at 12.00 noon. 

Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to the Red Cross will be kindly received by Hywel Griffiths and Sons, 39 Betws Road, Betws, Ammanford, SA18 2HE. Tel. 01269 593637

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Passed away on:
24-06-2026

Beryl Ware (Née Gealy)

On Tuesday, 7th July, Beryl of Ryans Close, Neath Abbey, Neath.

Much loved wife of the late Pastor David, beloved mother of Jonathan and Sian, devoted grandmother of Rachel May, Rhian Grace and Hannah-Joy, dear mother-in-law of Patrick and Jonathan’s partner Lynn and respected sister of Derek and her late twin brother Bryan.  

Funeral on Monday, 20th July, service of celebration at The Waterfront Community Church, Swansea, SA1 8QY at 11.00am, followed by interment at Ammanford Town Cemetery, SA18 3TE. 

Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to The David Ware Trust Kindly received by Hywel Griffiths and Sons, Funeral Directors, Bwtrimawr, 39 Betws Road, Betws, Ammanford, SA18 2HE. Tel. 01269 593637.

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Passed away on:
07-07-2026

Keith Williams

Peacefully on Wednesday 24th June at his home in Villiers Road, Ammanford, Keith originally of Williams Street, Pontarddulais passed away. 

Much loved husband of Rose, devoted father of Jessica, Shaun and Mitchel, dear father in law of Stephen, Emilia and Natalie, adored granddad of Catrin, Rhiannon, Iyla, Darcy and Natalia, fond brother of Sandra, Diane and the late Raymond, and beloved son of the late John and Beryl. 

Funeral on Tuesday 14th July. Service at Llanelli Crematorium at 11.00am. 

Family flowers only. Donations, in lieu, if so desired to Sue Ladd and Friends, kindly received by the Funeral Directors, Hywel Griffiths and Sons, Bwtrimawr, 39 Betws Road, Ammanford, Carmarthenshire, SA18 2HE or via the Just Giving link.

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Passed away on:
24-06-2026