02/04/2026
Gideon Bowen
16/12/1970 - 18/3/2026
On 18th March 2026, Cwm Gwendraeth lost a true legend. After a short battle with cancer, Gideon passed away at home, surrounded by his girls - Stacey, Abbi, and Evie. He was a warrior until the end. He took life by the horns, and his daughters laughed and cried with him, through to his final moments. He was truly one of a kind.
Gideon was a much-loved younger brother to Amanda and the late Olga, a dear brother-in-law to Gerald, beloved son to Rita and the late Olgan and a wonderful Dats to Arlo.
Best known for his wizard-like hands that could fix or make just about anything, and for his wicked sense of humour, Gideon was “llawn warieth” - full of life, mischief and laughter. He was deeply loved and will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him.
Gideon’s funeral will be held on Friday, 24th April 2026 at St John’s Church, Coalbrook Road, Pontyberem at 12pm, followed by a cremation at Llanelli Crematorium at 2pm. This will be followed by a wake at Pontyberem Hall.
Gideon will be travelling to the funeral from home (Heol Nazareth, Pontyates) in a sidecar and motorbike - he loved anything with an engine - and anyone who would like to join the ride is very welcome to assemble at his home address at 11.15am.
In true Gideon style, he didn’t want suits. He asked that everyone come dressed in their “dillad racs”, Crocs, and most importantly, a vest - which he wore all year round. It would truly bring a smile to his face and to his family’s.
There are so many stories and memories of Gideon, and the family would love for people to come to the wake ready to share their tales and antics, so that together we can give him the send-off he deserves.
Family flowers only. However, if you wish to make a donation, the family kindly asks that you consider giving to Cat Rescue West Wales.
The family would like to thank everyone for their support during this difficult time. They would also like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the Acute Response Team in particular, for the care and compassion shown to Gideon. He fondly referred to them as a “small army,” who came to help at a time of great need, and for this, the family will be eternally grateful.