Cockwell's Funeral Service

15/11/2025

MARK HASLAM
(CHUBBSY)
Sadly passed away on Wednesday 22nd October,
Mark of Southdown View, Port Talbot.
Much loved father to Levi,
son to Ray and Virginia,
brother to Catherine, brother in law to Matthew,
uncle to Connor, Mia, Taylor and Travis, Great uncle to Jax and Evanna.
Partner to Debbie.
Mark will be greatly missed by all his family and friends.
Funeral Thursday 27th November, leaving his home 12.30pm for service and burial in Margam cemetery 1.00pm.
Family flowers only, donations if desired in the memory of Mark to Swansea + District Breathe Easy support group affiliated to Asthma + Lung UK .
Registered charity in England and Wales (326730),
Further enquiries to Andrew Akins, Funeral Director.

15/11/2025

TERENCE THOMAS
(ODD-BALL)
Sadly passed away on Friday 7th November,
Terry of Moorland Road, Port Talbot.
Much loved father of Emma, Marc, Neil, Kate and Kylie.
Adored grampa odd-ball to Charlie, Rhys, Chelsey, Molly, Indy, Olivia and Jaxon, great grampa to Frankie, Raya, Kyson and Mila.
A loving son to Joan and the late Roy.
A dearly loved brother to Steven, brother in law to Diane and uncle to Sarah and Rachel.
Terry will be greatly missed by all his family and many friends.
Funeral service Wednesday 3rd December at Margam crematorium 11.15am.
(Black attire not essential but smart casual)
Family flowers only, donations if desired in the memory of Terry to Ward J, NIV ward, Morriston Hospital.
Further enquiries to Andrew Akins, Funeral Director.

08/11/2025

KEN LEAKER
(KENNY)
Sadly passed away on Monday 13th October,
Ken of Heol Caradoc, Taibach, Port Talbot.
Beloved husband to Mair.
Devoted dad to Debra and her partner Brett.
A dear brother, brother in law and uncle.
Ken will be greatly missed by all his family, friends and Perro the dog.
Funeral service Saturday 22nd November at Margam crematorium 11.15am.
No flowers by request, donations in the memory of Ken to the local dementia clubs he attended
Sunflower Cafe or Sporting Memories Wales (Green Stars).
Donations can be sent to Debra Leaker
(4 Heol Caradoc, Taibach, Port Talbot, SA13 2UD)
or made to Sunflower Cafe https://gofund.me/a0b044957
Further enquiries to Andrew Akins, Funeral Director.

07/11/2025

HAROLD JULIAN WHITE
Sadly passed away on Sunday 26th October,
Julian of Heol Y Fran, Morriston.
Much loved husband to Mary.
Wonderful father to Suzanne, Paul and the late Robert,
father in law to Dewi and Dawn.
Adored Grandad / Bampi to Michael, Carmen, Isabella, Mia, Toby and to his great grandchildren Darcy and Brody.
Julian will be greatly missed by all his family and friends.
A private cremation will take place.
A service to celebrate Julian’s life will be held on Friday 21st of November at 12pm in the Sacred Heart Church,
Pentrepoeth School Rd, Morriston, Swansea SA6 6HZ.
(No black to be worn as it is a memorial service and Julian didn't like black.)
Following the service all are welcome to join the family at
The Deers Leap, Cwmrhydyceirw, Swansea SA6 6SG.
Further enquiries to Andrew Akins, Funeral Director.

07/11/2025

MARK LANG
Sadly passed away on Saturday 25th October,
Mark of Scutari Row, Taibach, Port Talbot.
Much loved brother to Audrey, Allan and the late Gareth,
brother in law to Roger, Edwina and Shirley.
A dear uncle to Steven and all his nieces and nephews.
Mark will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
Funeral service Thursday 20th November at Margam Crematorium 10.30am.
Family flowers only, donations if desired in the memory of Mark
to Cancer research.
Further enquiries to Andrew Akins, Funeral Director.

04/11/2025

01/11/2025

CHRISTMAS CAROL REMEMBRANCE SERVICE
It's nearly that time of year again for our Christmas Carol Remembrance service.
This year it will be held at St’ Theodore's Church, on Monday 8th December at 7.00pm.
All monies raised will be going to St' Theodore's Church Fund.
Tickets will be available from both choirs or inbox me or phone for tickets £5 each.
Free tea, coffee, mulled wine, mince pies and welsh cakes will be served during the interval of the service.
The service will be led by Rev, Phil Denyer.
The Port Talbot Cymric Male Voice Choir and the newly formed Presto Mixed Choir will be entertaining us.
Don’t forget to wear your Christmas Jumpers.
There will be a raffle on the evening with funds going to The St’ Mary’s Centre.

31/10/2025

ASH HANBURY
Sadly passed away on Thursday 16th October,
Ash of Henshaw Street, Port Talbot.
Beloved husband of the late Irene.
Much loved step – father to Anthony, David, Terry and father to Janine / Bean.
Father in law to Jacqui, Bev and Alison.
Grampa Ash to all his grandchildren and great grandchildren.
A dear brother, brother in law and uncle.
Ash will be greatly missed by all his family and friends.
Funeral service Monday 10th November at Margam crematorium 11.15am.
(Please wear something red in memory of Ash)
Family flowers only, donations if desired in the memory of Ash to
Neath Port Talbot Cancer Challenge,
c/o Joan Landeg, 22 Addison Road, Port Talbot.
Further enquiries to Andrew Akins, Funeral Director.

27/10/2025

MURIEL COUCH
Sadly passed away on Saturday 11th October,
Muriel of Victoria Terrace, Cwmavon, Port Talbot.
Loving wife to David.
Dearly loved mother to Amanda, Liz and Chris,
mother in law to Mark and Jade.
Devoted nanny to all her grandchildren and great grandchild.
A dear sister, sister in law and auntie.
Muriel will be greatly missed by all her family and friends.
Funeral service Wednesday 5th November at Margam crematorium 1.45pm.
(funeral attire not essential, wear some colour)
Family flowers only, donations if desired in the memory of Muriel to MacMillan Nurses.
Further enquiries to Andrew Akins, Funeral Director.

21/10/2025

KRIS O'BRIEN
Sadly passed away on Thursday 2nd October,
Kris from Wildmill, Bridgend.
Kris will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
Funeral service Thursday 30th October at Margam crematorium 11.15am
Wear bright colours in memory of Kris.
No floral tributes by request.
Further enquiries to Andrew Akins Funeral Director.

17/10/2025

CARL ROBERT PYE
Sadly passed away on Tuesday 30th September,
Carl of Bryn, Port Talbot.
Loving son to Joan.
Much loved father to Jayme and Andre, father in law to Bethan and Vicky.
Adored grampa to Bronwyn.
A dearly loved nephew and cousin.
Carl will be greatly missed by all his family and friends.
Funeral service Monday 27th October at Margam crematorium 12.00pm.
Family flowers only, donations if desired in the memory of Carl to Y Bwythyn Newydd, Princess of Wales Hospital, Bridgend.
Further enquiries to Andrew Akins, Funeral Director.

17/10/2025

THELMA PATRICIA MARTIN
Sadly passed away on Saturday 4th October,
Thelma of Newbridge Road, Port Talbot.
Beloved wife of the late Cliffe.
Much loved mother to Sharon and Neil, mother in law to Fintan and Caroline.
Adored granny to Michael, James, Maria, Taylor, Ioan, the late Jordan and to all her great grandchildren.
A dearly loved sister, sister in law and auntie.
Thelma will be greatly missed by all her family and friends.
Funeral Wednesday 29th October, service in Margam crematorium 12.15pm followed by burial in Margam cemetery 1.00pm.
Flowers and further enquiries to Andrew Akins, Funeral Director.