Cockwell's Funeral Service

Cockwell's Funeral Service A FAMILY CONCERN WITH A CONCERN FOR FAMILIES. Funeral Director
Andrew Akins
http://www.cockwellsfuneralservice.co.uk http://www.cockwellsfuneralservice.co.uk/

Welcome to Cockwell's Funeral Service

A FAMILY CONCERN WITH A CONCERN FOR FAMILIES

Our funeral service in Port Talbot have been helping the people of the town and the surrounding area's with their funeral arrangements for over 135 years. We strive to offer a compassionate and comprehensive service,
available at all times to those of every faith and background. If you have been bereaved and requ

ire the skill and professionalism of a competent, long establish Funeral Service, call us today.

01639 884585


We are an Independently Family run Funeral Service. Independent Funeral Directors, 24 hour personal service. HERE FOR WHEN YOU NEED US MOST

As your funeral directors, we are here to help and advise you in whatever way we can. We provide a personal service to you, looking after you and your loved ones 24 hours a day 365 days a year
It is a privilege to be a funeral director, to be in a position knowing that our services will help you through the most difficult time of your lives. Cockwells Funeral Service is an independent Funeral Service owned and run by Andrew Akins

Our funeral parlour is located in Railmill Lane at the rear of Hazelwood Terrace, Cwmavon. It has ample parking and good access for the disabled. The interior is warm and calming, there is a private room where you can sit and discuss your funeral requirements, or if preferred this can be done at your home. Cockwell's Funeral Service;
The longest established funeral directors in Port Talbot.

DONALD KEITH DAVIES(DUCKO)Sadly passed away on Tuesday 21st July,Ducko of St Josephs Park and formerly of Gordon Crescen...
29/07/2026

DONALD KEITH DAVIES
(DUCKO)
Sadly passed away on Tuesday 21st July,
Ducko of St Josephs Park and formerly of Gordon Crescent, Port Talbot.
Much loved brother of Christine, Kevin, Steven and Paul,
brother in law to Stephen, Lisa, Tracy and the late Mary.
A dear uncle.
Ducko will be sadly missed by his family and friends.
Funeral service Monday 10th August at Margam crematorium 11.15am.
Family flowers only, further enquiries to Andrew Akins, Funeral Director.

Richard Lewis(Richie)Sadly passed away on Sunday 26th July,Richie of Nobel Avenue, Fairfield, Port Talbot.Beloved husban...
27/07/2026

Richard Lewis
(Richie)
Sadly passed away on Sunday 26th July,
Richie of Nobel Avenue, Fairfield, Port Talbot.
Beloved husband to Ann.
Loving father to Susan and Clare, father in law to Gavin and Stuart.
Devoted Grandad to Demi, Ellie, Jack and the late Kane,
great granddad to Bodhi.
Richie will be greatly missed by his family, neighbours and friends.
There will be no funeral date announced as Richie's wishes were to have a private cremation.
Further enquiries to Andrew Akins Funeral Director

DAVID THOMAS MERRILLPeacefully at his home Llys Y Seren on Wednesday 15th July 2026With great courage and dignity in the...
23/07/2026

DAVID THOMAS MERRILL
Peacefully at his home Llys Y Seren on Wednesday 15th July 2026
With great courage and dignity in the loving arms of his son Johnathan and daughter in law Bridget.
Devoted husband of the late Janet.
Beloved and devoted father of Johnathan and Victoria.
Much loved and devoted father-in-law of Bridget.
David will be sorely missed by his family and friends at Llys Y Seren who he loved very much.
Funeral Tuesday 4th August, David will be arriving at Llys Y Seren 12.00pm then leaving there 12.30pm for his journey to Goytre cemetery for a short service at 1.00pm.
Family flowers only, donations if desired in the memory of David to
Sheen Suite, Llys Y Seren for their love, care, compassion and dignity shown to David over many years.
Further enquiries to Andrew Akins, Funeral Director.
“AT THE END OF THE STORM
THERE’S A GOLDEN SKY”
“YOU’LL NEVER WALK ALONE”

LYNDA COUCHIn loving memory of Lynda Couch who passed away peacefully at her home on Friday 10th July aged 82 years.Devo...
23/07/2026

LYNDA COUCH
In loving memory of Lynda Couch who passed away peacefully at her home on Friday 10th July aged 82 years.
Devoted Wife of the late Gordon John Couch.
Beloved Mam of Trudie, James, Jan, Gordon, Nicola, Cheryl, Zowie and Gareth.
A loving Mother-in-law.
Cherished Nana to her many grandchildren, Great Grandchildren and the late Daniel.
Dear sister to Mickey and the late John.
Lynda will be greatly missed by all her family and friends.
Funeral service Thursday 6th August in St Catharine’s Church, Baglan 12.00pm
followed by burial in Margam cemetery 1.00pm.
Everyone is welcome to wear a splash of yellow in memory of Lynda.
Following the funeral all are invited to join Lynda’s family at The Afan Lido Football Club.
Flowers and further enquiries to Andrew Akins, Funeral Director.

PHYLLIS KYNE( Nee Saunders )Sadly passed away on Wednesday 1st July surrounded by her loving family,Phyllis of Newton Av...
13/07/2026

PHYLLIS KYNE
( Nee Saunders )
Sadly passed away on Wednesday 1st July surrounded by her loving family,
Phyllis of Newton Avenue, Port Talbot.
Devoted wife of the late Anthony.
Beloved mother to David, Tom, Ellen and Kelly,
mother in law to Eleanor and Mike.
Adored granny to Carys, Gwen, Rhys, Caitlin, Harry, Abigail, Luis, Nathaniel and Ciaran.
Cherished Mamgu to Ella.
Loving sister to Doug, Stephen and the late Daisy, David, Billy, Violet and Eleanor.
A dear sister in law and auntie.
Phyllis will be missed by her family and friends.
A private cremation will take place and is the personal wishes of Phyllis.
Donations if desired in the memory of Phyllis to Dementia UK c/o
Tom Kyne, 8 Margam Road, Port Talbot, SA13 2BN
Further enquiries to Andrew Akins, Funeral Director.

VICTOR ANDREWS Sadly passed away on Wednesday 1st July,Victor of Southville Road, Port Talbot. Beloved husband of the la...
07/07/2026

VICTOR ANDREWS
Sadly passed away on Wednesday 1st July,
Victor of Southville Road, Port Talbot.
Beloved husband of the late Doreen, Jeanett and Pearl.
Much loved father of Bev and father in law to Mel. Step father to Byron and Paul,
grandad to James and Cath and great grandad of Matthew.
A dear brother to Sandy.
Victor will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
Funeral service Thursday 23rd July at Margam crematorium 12.45pm.
(In memory of Victor wear any dress code and colourful socks)
Family flowers only, donations if desired in the memory of Victor to a charity of your own choice.
Further enquiries to Andrew Akins, Funeral Director.

DEREK THOMAS RYANSadly passed away on Friday 26th June, Derek formerly of Abbeyville Avenue. Beloved son of the late Tho...
02/07/2026

DEREK THOMAS RYAN
Sadly passed away on Friday 26th June,
Derek formerly of Abbeyville Avenue.
Beloved son of the late Thomas and Annie May.
Much loved brother of Phillip, Irene, Tina, Elizabeth and the late Michael.
Derek will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
Funeral Service Thursday 9th July at Margam crematorium 3.15am.
Flowers and further enquiries to Andrew Akins, Funeral Director.

GWYNETH PRITCHARDSadly passed away on Monday 22nd June, Gwyneth formerly of Elba Avenue, Margam, Port Talbot. Much love...
02/07/2026

GWYNETH PRITCHARD
Sadly passed away on Monday 22nd June,
Gwyneth formerly of Elba Avenue, Margam, Port Talbot.
Much loved wife of the late Malcolm.
Loving mother to Linda and David, and mother in law to Elizabeth and the late David.
Adored nanna to Stephanie, Anne-Marie and Katie, great gran to Olivia.
Gwyneth will be dearly missed by her family and friends.
Funeral service Thursday 9th July at Margam crematorium 9.45am.
(Gwyneth requested no black to be worn)
Family flowers only, donations if desired in the memory of Gwyneth to The Macmillan Nurses.
Further enquiries to Andrew Akins Funeral Director.

MICHAEL DEAN MORRISMichael sadly passed away on Sunday 21st June,Beloved husband of the late Jennifer. Much loved father...
30/06/2026

MICHAEL DEAN MORRIS
Michael sadly passed away on Sunday 21st June,
Beloved husband of the late Jennifer.
Much loved father of Lisa-Marie, Christopher, David, Matthew and Mark.
Adored grumpa to Brandon and Caitlynn.
A dearly loved brother, brother in law and uncle.
Michael will be greatly missed by all his family and friends.
Funeral service Wednesday 8th July at Margam crematorium 12.45pm
Flowers and further enquiries to Andrew Akins, Funeral Director.

ALETHEA JONESSadly passed away on Wednesday 17th June at Llys-Y-Seren Care Home,Alethea formerly of Elder Road, Baglan, ...
30/06/2026

ALETHEA JONES
Sadly passed away on Wednesday 17th June at Llys-Y-Seren Care Home,
Alethea formerly of Elder Road, Baglan, Port Talbot.
Beloved wife to the late Emrys.
Much loved mother to Alison and Anthony,
mother in law to Mervyn and Lisa.
Adored Granny to Callum and Ewan.
Alethea will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Funeral service Monday 13th July at Margam crematorium 1.45pm.
Family flowers only, donations if desired in the memory of Alethea to Llys Y Seren Residents fund.
Further enquiries to Andrew Akins, Funeral Director.

Address

Chapel Of Rest, Railmill Lane, R/O Hazelwood Terrace, Cwmavon
Port Talbot
SA129DW

Telephone

+441639884585

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