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David Brynmor Thomas

Peacefully on Thursday, 18th June, at Prince Philip Hospital, Llanelli, Brynmor (Brynmor Cwmbach) of Penygarn Road, Tycroes, Ammanford.

Beloved husband of Betty, much loved father of Paula, dear father in law of Andrew and cherished Dadcu of Rhiannon.

Funeral on Friday, 10th July, Public service at Saron Babtist Chapel at 2.00pm, followed by interment at the Chapel Cemetery. 

Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to Dementia UK kindly received by Hywel Griffiths and Sons, Bwtrimawr, Funeral Directors, 39 Betws Road, Betws, Ammanford, SA18 2HE. Tel. 01269 593637

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Passed away on:
18-06-2026

Stephen Essery

Suddenly on Monday 22nd June at his home, Stephen of Tycroes passed away. 

Much loved husband of Ruth, devoted father of Joanna and Mark, dear father in law of Stephen and Donna, adored Dats of Ryan, Noah, Kezia, Joel, Elis, Isla and Will.

Forever with his Lord. 

Funeral on Thursday 9th July. Service at Moriah Chapel, Tycroes at 11.00am followed by interment at the Evangelistic Hall burial ground. 

Family flowers only. Donations, in lieu, if so desired either to Zac’s Place or The New Tribes Mission kindly received by the Funeral Directors, Hywel Griffiths, Bwtrimawr, 39 Betws Road, Betws, Ammanford, SA18 2HE or via the Just Giving link:

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Passed away on:
22-06-2026

Dulcie Barbara Ward

Peacefully on Tuesday 16th June, at her home in Tycroes, Dulcie formerly of the Trading Post, Gwaun Cae Gurwen, originally of Swansea sadly passed away.

Much loved wife of Peter, devoted mother of Simon and the late Nicholas, proud grandmother and great grandmother and adored by her sisters, brothers and all her nieces and nephews.

Funeral on Wednesday 8th July 2026. Service at Morriston Crematorium at 10.30am.

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

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Passed away on:
16-06-2026

Catherine Elizabeth Thomas

Peacefully on Thursday, 7th May at Prince Philip Hospital, Llanelli, Catherine, of Derlyn Park, Tycroes, Ammanford.

Beloved wife of the late Elwyn, loving mother of Ruth and Michael, dear mother in law of Tom and Helen, cherished grandmother of Gemma, Wesley, Owain and Osian and respected aunt of Eric, Diane and Lashawn.

Funeral on Thursday, 28th May, service for family and friends at Llanelli Crematorium at 11.00am. 

Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to the British Heart Foundation kindly received by Hywel Griffiths and Sons, Funeral Directors, Bwtrimawr, 39 Betws Road, Betws, Ammanford, SA18 2HE, or via the justgiving link.

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Passed away on:
07-05-2026

Marian Thomas (Marian Pantyffynnon)

Suddenly but peacefully on Tuesday 21st April at Glangwili Hospital, Carmarthen, surrounded by her family, Marian passed away.

Loving and loyal wife to Ieuan for 62 years, devoted mother of David and Glyn, respected mother in law of Carla and cherished and caring grandmother of Celyn, Tali and Erin.

Funeral on Friday 15th May. Service at Moriah Chapel, Tycroes at 2.00pm followed by interment at the Chapel Cemetery.

Family flowers only. Further enquiries to Hywel Griffiths and Son, Funeral Directors, Bwtrimawr, 39 Betws Road, Ammanford SA18 2HE. 

Yn sydyn ond yn dawel ar ddydd Mawrth 21ain o Ebrill yn Ysbyty Glangwili, gyda’i theulu o’i hamgylch, hunodd Marian.

Gwraig gariadus a ffyddlon Ieuan am 62 mlynedd, mam annwyl David a Glyn, mam yng nghyfraith barchus Carla a mamgu ofalgar a thyner Celyn, Tali ac Erin.

Angladd ddydd Gwener 15fed o Fai. Gwasanaeth yng Nghapel Moreia, Tycroes am 2.00 y prynhawn, cleddir ym mynwent y Capel.

Blodau’r teulu’n unig. Ymholiadau pellach i Hywel Griffiths a’i Feibion, Trefnwyr Angladdau, Bwtrimawr, 39 Betws Road, Betws, Ammanford SA18 2HE.

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Passed away on:
21-04-2026

Ellé Claire Evans

It is with heavy hearts the family announce the passing of their beloved Ellé.

Beautiful daughter of David & Karen, Stefanie & Ben. Adored sister, cherished granddaughter, doting aunt, and loving partner of Kade.

The funeral will take place at 12.45pm on Tuesday 5th May, in Calon Church, Ammanford, followed by a committal service at Llanelli crematorium at 3.00pm

The family have kindly asked that instead of flowers, anyone who wishes, can donate to funds which will then be forwarded to ‘Noah’s Ark Children’s Hospital Charity’, these will be kindly received by Hywel Griffiths and Sons or through the Just Giving link.

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Passed away on:
24-03-2026

Anita Ray Thomas

Yn dawel ddydd Sul, 15fed o Fawrth yn Ysbyty Glangwili, Caerfyrddin hunodd Anita o Gaerfyrddin, gynt o Bontarddulais a Thycroes. 

Gwraig gariadus y diweddar Ieuan, mam annwyl Gareth a Rhodri, mam yng nghyfraith barchus Carys a Sarah, mamgu dyner Gwenno ac Emrys a chwaer ffyddlon John. 

Angladd ddydd Iau 30ain o Ebrill yn Amlosgfa Llanelli am 11.00 y bore. Estynnir croeso i chi ymuno â’r teulu am luniaeth ysgafn yn Festri Capel Caersalem, Tycroes wedi’r gwasanaeth. 

Blodau’r teulu yn unig. Derbynnir cyfraniadau, os dymunir, tuag at y 'British Deaf Association' drwy law y Trefnwyr Angladdau, Hywel Griffiths a’i Feibion, Bwtrimawr, 39 Heol y Betws, Betws, Rhydaman, neu drwy’r ddolen Just Giving.


Peacefully on Sunday, 15th March at Glangwili Hospital, Carmarthen Anita of Carmarthen, formerly of Pontarddulais and Tycroes sadly passed away. 

Loving wife of the late Ieuan, beloved mother of Gareth and Rhodri, respected mother-in-law of Carys and Sarah, fond grandmother of Gwenno and Emrys and faithful sister of John. 

Funeral on Thursday 30th April. Service at Llanelli Crematorium at 11.00 am. The family warmly invite you to join them for light refreshments at Caersalem Chapel Vestry, Tycroes after the service.

Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to the British Deaf Association through the Funeral Directors, Hywel Griffiths and his Sons, Bwtrimawr, 39 Heol y Betws, Betws, Ammanford, or via the Just Giving link.

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Passed away on:
15-03-2026

Nansi Jones

It is with great sadness that we as a family announce the passing of our beloved mother and Mams - Nansi. 

She will be remembered as a much loved wife of the late Jonjo, loving mother of Karen, Emma and the late Mark, adored Mams of Tammy and Alysha-Marie, dear Mams in law of Dan, proud great Mams of Jesse and a devoted sister. 

Funeral on Saturday 25th April. Service at Llanelli Crematorium at 11.00 am followed by light refreshments at Tairgwaith Community Club. 

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

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Passed away on:
26-03-2026

Phil Rees

Sadly on Saturday 28th March at Glangarnant Care Home, Phil of Crescent Road, Gwaun Cae Gurwen passed away. Beloved son of Nancy and the late Ioan, much loved brother of Meurig, greatly missed brother-in-law of Sandra and dear partner of Tanya and the late Sally. 

Funeral on Thursday, 23rd April, service at Llanelli Crematorium at 11.00am. The family warmly invite you to join them for light refreshments at Waun Club after the service. 

Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to ‘Dementia UK’ will be kindly received by Evan Rees and Hywel Griffiths, Funeral Directors, 98 Heol Cae Gurwen, Gwaun Cae Gurwen, Ammanford SA18 1PD.

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Passed away on:
23-04-2026

Francis Paul Chalkley

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

Much loved son of Lyn and Janet, loving father of Deacon, Luca and Lawson, adored partner of Nia, devoted brother of Nicola, and a caring uncle of Kelsey and Callum. He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. 

Funeral on Thursday 23rd April. Service at Llanelli Crematorium at 4.00pm. To celebrate Paul’s life, the family wish for you not to wear traditional funeral attire, but lighter, colourful clothing. There is also a welcome for you to join them after the funeral to raise a toast in Paul’s memory at the Working Men’s Club, Pontarddulais.  

Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if so desired to Tŷ Olwen Trust kindly received by the Funeral Directors, Hywel Griffiths and Sons, Oakfield Street, Pontarddulais, SA4 8LN or through the Just Giving link.

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Passed away on:
28-03-2026